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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

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Elin Jensen, Lawrence Technological University; Taylor Warstler; Donald D. Carpenter P.E., Lawrence Technological University; Alyssa Taube; Lynne Seymour

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Diversity

engage in meaningful problem-solving whilegaining an appreciation for stormwater management. The overwhelmingly positive feedbackfrom students and teachers underscores the importance of such initiatives in addressingworkforce shortages in engineering fields. Future iterations of this activity could exploreextended formats to facilitate deeper discussions on trade-offs and calculations to enrich thelearning experience. This effort provides a transferable model for integrating real-worldengineering concepts into outreach activities, with the goal to bring awareness about engineeringcareers in water related job market.References1. https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/best-engineering-jobs Accessed 12.31.20242. https://www.bcg.com

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Teresa Piliouras; Steffi Crasto; Chinmay Dharap; Pui Lam Yu; Navarun Gupta

Lifelong Learning mindset and readiness, cognitive overload, and Modern educators and psychologists emphasize that structural or systemic constraints in current educational critical thinking is not limited to logic or bias recognition; it is and training environments. a dynamic skill essential for adaptability, creativity, and The goal is to equip individuals of all ages with the tools continuous learning. Developing the ability to questionand guidance needed to develop awareness, discernment, and assumptions, re-evaluate beliefs, and integrate newresilience in an increasingly risky digital world. Without these information equips individuals to

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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

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Chloe Long; Bobby Hodkinson

application of ai and large language models in software engineering education. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science & Applications, 15(1), 2024.[27] Paula Lauren and Paul Watta. Work-in-progress: Integrating generative ai with evidence-based learning strategies in computer science and engineering education. In 2023 IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), pages 1–5. IEEE, 2023.[28] Matei-Dan Popovici. Chatgpt in the classroom. exploring its potential and limitations in a functional programming course. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 40(22):7743–7754, 2024.[29] Basit Qureshi. Chatgpt in computer science curriculum assessment: An analysis of its successes and shortcomings. In

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Track 2: Technical Session 7: "Three strikes, you're out"¦ actually, that's four strikes": Transgressive Teacher and Student Humor in a Pre-College Engineering Classroom

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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George Schafer, Drexel University; Christopher George Wright, Drexel University (Tech.) (MERGED)

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

(Tech.) (MERGED) Dr. Wright is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching, Learning, & Curriculum in Drexel University’s School of Education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 “Three strikes, you’re out… actually, that’s four strikes”: Transgressive Teacher and Student Humor in a Pre-College Engineering Classroom George Schafer (they/them), Christopher Wright (he/him) Drexel University School of EducationCoNECD Presentation Page 1 of 22OVERVIEWIntroductionContext of StudyHumor and EquityTheoretical ApproachThemes from AnalysisConclusionCoNECD Presentation Page 2 of 22 CONTEXT OF STUDY

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Navarun Gupta; Deana DiLuggo; Junling Hu; Abhilasha Tibrewal; Ahmed Elsayed; Theresa Bruckerhoff

2025 ASEE Northeast Section Conference, March 22, 2025, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT, USA. Evaluation Report of Project Achieve: Fostering Hispanic Achievement in Computer Science and Engineering with Affinity Research Group Model Navarun Gupta, Deana DiLuggo, Junling Hu, Theresa Bruckerhoff Abhilasha Tiberwal, Ahmed Elsayed VP and Principal Evaluator University of Bridgeport Curriculum Research and Evaluation, Inc. Bridgeport, CT, USA Chaplin, CT, USA navarung@bridgeport.edu, ddiluggo@bridgeport.edu

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Andrea Arce-Trigatti, Tennessee Tech University; Pedro E. Arce, Tennessee Technological University; Robby Sanders, Tennessee Technological University

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Professional Papers

test apparatus for an engineering laboratory course.” Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 2024. DOI: 10.1002/cae.22773 12. M. Chen. “Facilitating aerospace engineering senior design: Integrating lab curriculum redesign with student project and new technologies.” Engineering Reports, 2024. DOI: 10.1002/eng2.12938AcknowledgementsThis material is based in part upon work supported by the National Science Foundation underGrant No. 2152218. Disclaimer: Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendationsexpressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of theNational Science Foundation.

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2025 PNW Section Annual Meeting

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Katherine Kuder; Joshua Hamel; Yen-Lin Han; Wesley Lauer; Michael Marsolek; Agnieszka Miguel; Teodora Shuman

Seattle University’s Response to ABET’s Pilot CriteriaKatherine Kuder, Seattle University; Joshua Hamel, Seattle University; Yen-Lin Han, SeattleUniversity; Wesley Lauer, Seattle University; Michael Marsolek, Seattle University; AgnieszkaMiguel, Seattle University; Teodora Shuman, Seattle UniversityAbstractOur University’s Civil, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering programs voluntarilyparticipated in ABET’s 2023-2024 pilot study to show how the program satisfied ABET’sproposed language to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into their accreditationstandards. ABET’s initiative aimed to evaluate how well programs integrate DEI principles intothe curriculum (Criterion 5) and faculty awareness and

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GIFTS II

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FYEE 2025 Conference

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Patrick Thornton, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Jaskirat Sodhi, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Ashish D Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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FYEE 2025

Paper ID #49771GIFTS: Using Robotic Arm Project to Introduce Students to EngineeringDesign Through Experiential LearningMr. Patrick Thornton, New Jersey Institute of Technology Patrick Thornton works at NJIT as the Director of Robotics. Currently teaching and developing lab modules for the Fundamentals of Engineering and Design course to set up students for continued success at NJIT.Dr. Jaskirat Sodhi, New Jersey Institute of Technology Dr. Jaskirat Sodhi is interested in first-year engineering curriculum design and recruitment, retention and success of engineering students. He is the coordinator of ENGR101, an application

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Mostafa Batouli, The Citadel; Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Nahid Vesali P.E., The Citadel

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Diversity, Professional Papers

systems thinking—core componentsof the entrepreneurial mindset. By focusing on these skills, the program aligns with broadereducational goals to prepare students for complex problem-solving in dynamic, real-worldcontexts.Since its inception, the KEEN Fellowship program has grown significantly, drawing participantsfrom various disciplines and institutions nationwide. Fellows undergo professional developmentthrough targeted workshops, such as Integrating Curriculum with Entrepreneurial Mindset (ICE)and Problem-Solving Studios (PSS), which equip them with pedagogical tools and frameworksthat foster active learning and cross-disciplinary applications. This growth reflects an increasingrecognition of the entrepreneurial mindset as essential for

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

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Kenneth R. Leitch P.E., West Texas A&M University; Colton Atkins, West Texas A&M University; Benton Allen, West Texas A&M University

, testing, and implementation ofdesigns. Through the ET-AG Program, WTAMU will create a pipeline of skilled graduates readyto lead in agriculture technology and contribute to a more resilient and sustainable agriculturalsector, both regionally and beyond.Developing a multidisciplinary program for undergraduates and graduates presents severalchallenges in terms of integrating concepts from multiple fields, creating relevantinterdisciplinary material, and meeting the needs of diverse learners. Institutions need to ensureprovision of reliable infrastructure in concerns to programs that have online, and blendedlearning communities embedded into their curriculum [1, 2]. Significant investment is alsoneeded to incorporate new tools, such as generative

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GIFTS II

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FYEE 2025 Conference

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Philip Reid Brown, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Ashley Joyce Mont, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Katie Barillas, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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FYEE 2025

University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Barillas’s focus is on first-year engineering education, student engagement, interdisciplinary learning, and inclusive pedagogy. As Program Director for ID3EA, she has led curriculum development initiatives that integrate hands-on design, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving into the foundational course sequence. Her teaching emphasizes active learning, student-centered instruction, and the development of professional skills such as technical communication, collaboration, and ethical decision-making. Her research interests include interdisciplinary education, curriculum innovation, and the retention and success of underrepresented students in engineering. FYEE 2025

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Marvin Gayle; Danny Mangra

. programming in a common integrated developmentWhy is instructor training so critical to safely and effectively environment [IDE] or cybersecurity network simulations forteaching pedagogy? We present these paradigms and discuss Information Technology courses.challenges associated with laboratory-based learning. Theseinclude equipment costs, upkeep and maintenance of equipment In the context of an ABET accredited curriculum, lab-and lab space availability. Increasing ways to mitigate these based instruction not only reinforces technical skills andchallenges often include a virtual and online environment. problem-solving abilities. Lab classes provide relevantFinally, we also share methods for the assessment

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Lina H. Kloub, University of Connecticut

Empowering Students with AI: A Universal Design Framework for Learning and Growth Lina H. Kloub School of Computing University of Connecticut Storrs, CT, USA lina.kloub@uconn.edu Abstract—The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in challenging in the curriculum. The course demands a deepeducation presents a unique opportunity to enhance learning ex- understanding of algorithmic principles and the ability to applyperiences, foster

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2025 ASEE PSW Conference

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Xianglong Wang, University of California, Davis; Vincent Tran, University of California, Davis; Gabriela Lee, University of California, Davis; Sadie Jean Davis, Mariko Chang Consulting, Inc. and Sadie J Davis Consulting LLC; Mary Spooner; Mariko Chang; Andrew X Stewart, NextSense EEG; Christopher John Nitta, University of California, Davis; Tiffany Marie Chan, University of California, Davis; Angelika Aldea Tamura, University of California, Davis; Xin Liu, University of California, Davis; Gene Gurkoff, University of California, Davis; Wilsaan M Joiner, University of California, Davis; Erkin Seker, University of California, Davis; Karen A Moxon, University of California Davis

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Diversity

focused on promoting diversity in the next generation ofneuroengineers to perform convergent science by integrating the latest advanced in neuroscience,engineering, and computer science in an ethical way. NeuralStorm promotes diversity andconvergent science by integrating multiple programs on campus, with core members beingneuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, computer science, mechanical and aerospaceengineering, and electrical and computer engineering. The program has since enrolled 16 fundedPh.D. student fellows, of whom 8 are women and 3 are underrepresented minorities. Everystudent who is interested in neuroengineering can register as an unfunded trainee and attend theevents organized by NeuralStorm. An additional 77 Ph.D

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Track 2: Technical Session 3: Piloting A Personalized Learning Model for Chemical Engineering Graduate Education: Lessons Learned from Creating a Chemical Engineering Body of Knowledge

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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April Dukes, University of Pittsburgh; Mary E. Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Susan K Fullerton Shirey, University of Pittsburgh

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

Duhem equation using Legendre transforms Thermo: Compute property changes on mixing using65 partial molar properties Thermo: Compute fluid properties from two and three66 parameter corresponding statesProposed Modularization - SafetyImplications and Takeaways• Most LO’s, especially the “important” ones, were sorted as Undergraduate Level Eun B. (2017). The zone of proximal development as an overarching concept: A framework for synthesizing Vygotsky’s theories. Educational Philosophy and Theory, 51(1), 18-30. https://doi.org/10.1080/00131857.2017.1421941• In our BOK, the graduate core curriculum indicated that the mastery of undergraduate learning is essential for CHE

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Track 7: Technical Session 1: Agriculture & Nutrition for Girls While Encouraging Leadership & Stem-Enrichment (ANGELS) Program

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sandra C Affare, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Marissa McElrone, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Rachelle Pedersen, Texas Tech University

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

Pedersen, Texas Tech University Rachelle Pedersen is an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction (Emphasis in Engineering Education). She has a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Texas A&M University and a B.S. in Engineering Science (Technology Education) from Colorado State University. Her research focuses on motivation and social influences (e.g. mentoring and identity development) that support underrepresented students in STEM fields. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Proceedings for the 8th Annual Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity(CoNECD) Conference Agriculture & Nutrition for

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2025 ASEE PSW Conference

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Shadnaz Asgari, California State University, Long Beach; Ga Young Suh, California State University, Long Beach; Perla Ayala, California State University Long Beach

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Diversity

from Establishing a Multidisciplinary Biomedical Engineering Program at CSULBAbstractBiomedical Engineering (BME) integrates engineering, natural sciences and medicine to addresshealthcare challenges. To meet growing demand and advance inclusive excellence in STEM,California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) established an independent BS BME programand pursued ABET accreditation to ensure quality and industry alignment.This paper shares CSULB’s experience with its first-time ABET accreditation for its BMEprogram, outlining steps taken, lessons learned, and key recommendations for other institutions.It details how the program met accreditation criteria, implemented assessment processes, andaligned the curriculum with

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

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Oliver Cole Harrison, Wichita State University; Adam Carlton Lynch, Wichita State University; Ridge Daniel Towner, Wichita State University

their courses using PjBL11. PjBL is not meant to replace traditional education such as lectures,quizzes, and assessments. It is meant to expand upon what is taught in the classroom and what isrecommended in the ABET engineering criteria 200012.Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, and DMADV are essential methodologies for process improvement andquality enhancement. Ishikawa Diagrams, Kaizen events, Measurement System Analysis (MSA),Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) are a few methods used to decrease defects and improvequality. These help eliminate waste, reduce variation, and ensure robust designs, leading to higherefficiency and customer satisfaction13. The integration of the DMAIC and DMADV processes are arequirement in modern processes to have an

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

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Ragavanantham Shanmugam, Fairmont State University; Madhan Gopal Perumal, The University of Texas at Dallas; Uma Maheswari Krishnamoorthy

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Diversity

productive, as it fostersadaptability while ensuring structure. However, for undergraduate students transitioning from astructured K-12 system to an open academic setting, a structured pathway to student successbecomes essential. Without clear guidance, excessive freedom may lead to distractions,impacting learning and retention. By integrating flexible learning pathways, education canmaintain academic rigor while allowing adaptive approaches that support student success acrossvaried learning needs [4].Figure 1: Challenges in Conventional Education (Courtesy: National Center for Education Statistics -2022)The pie chart titled "Challenges in Conventional Education in the USA" illustrates four keyissues that impact traditional educational models: 1

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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

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Maila Hallare; Tanjore Jayaraman

transport phenomena, i.e., diffusion. However, many engineeringtextbooks present solutions to the mon-steady-state diffusion (Fick’s Second Law) without derivation. This paperadvocates integrating rigorous yet accessible mathematical approach to improve the understanding of the diffusionequations for students. By aligning mathematical derivations with prior coursework in differential equations, thisapproach strengthens students’ conceptual understanding and problem-solving abilities and reinforces the connectionbetween theory and engineering applications. The alignment goal is implemented via a co-teaching approach in whicha mathematics professor and an engineering professor collaboratively guide students to derive the diffusion equa-tion solutions

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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John M Mativo, University of Georgia; Ramana Pidaparti, University of Georgia; Jarron Gravesande, Providence Chrisitian Academy

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Professional Papers

computer vision andmachine learning, are revolutionizing multiple industries [1]. Many companies have integratedAI and machine learning platforms into their customer user face and employee workflowsoftware. This trend calls for preparing the next generation of learners for this transformation,which requires innovation in the education sector, especially within the K-12 system [2].ImageSTEAM, an NSF-funded initiative, was created in 2019 to bridge this gap by empoweringmiddle school educators to integrate visual computing and AI technologies into their classrooms.The program provides professional development workshops for teachers and co-creates learningmodules with researchers, fostering a learning environment where students engage with AIconcepts

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WORKSHOP IV: Play as Prep Workshop: Time & Resource-Efficient Strategies for Developing Effective Undergraduate TAs of First Year Students

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FYEE 2025 Conference

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Christine Alexander, University of Maryland, College Park

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FYEE 2025

development curriculum for TAs [3] is taxing for faculty already devoted tofull teaching loads [4]. The Play as Prep Workshop shares strategies for faculty toteach-as-you-go, integrating pedagogical development into the necessary business of weekly TAmeetings. There is an abundance of research on graduate level TAs (GTAs) [5] [6] [7], a growinglevel of research on undergraduate TAs [8], and even the parity of working with either [9]. Manyof the lessons learned from studying GTAs can be applied to work with UTAs and it stands toreason that UTAs would benefit similarly, if not more so than GTAs from pedagogicaldevelopment as they are uniquely positioned as close peers of their assigned students, may havefewer work experiences in leadership or

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WIP II

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FYEE 2025 Conference

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Lesly Samantha Murillo, University of Maryland College Park; Tabatha Cuadra Rodriguez, University of Maryland College Park; Paige E Smith, University of Maryland, College Park

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Diversity, FYEE 2025

residential communities grounded in inclusivecurriculum, peer support, and professional development can foster a strong sense of belongingand academic engagement, factors that contribute to student success and apply to all participantsin similarly designed programs (Amelink et al., 2017; Samuelson et al., 2014).​Program DesignThe LLPs offer an integrated curricular and co-curricular approach to achieve the programmaticprimary goals shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. The primary goals of the LLPsCurriculum: LLP students are required to complete four one-credit seminars during their twoyears in the program - one per semester. The focus of the first semester seminar is engineeringidentity development and support, with an emphasis

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

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Mohammad A Aliedeh, New Mexico State University

the TTA Solution constructs and tools needed for the design, construction,start-up and pilot product production of TTA Knowledge Production Process. The first paper (A1)mainly focused on developing the needed core frameworks and models. The second and the fourthones (A2 and A4) presented the customized version of TTA solution by developing a genericthinking toolbox. The third and fifth articles focused on presenting numerous practical TTA pilotproducts. The sixth paper ended this long documentation of TTA by presenting an integratedframework to accommodate TTA constructs, concepts, processes, and tools. TTA is alreadyconceptualized (A1), customized (A2 and A4), operationalized (A3 and A5) and integrated (A6), asvisually illustrated in Figure

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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

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Alexander Aronov; Daniel Knight, University of Colorado, Boulder; Angela Bielefeldt; Joseph Polman; Fabiola Palomar

-alonecourses focused on engineering.Student Artifacts in STEM AssessmentWithin the secondary curriculum of the SCENIC program, the learning culminates with a postersymposium. Students are provided a template and examples from university students whorecently conducted similar inquiry projects, and then create their own posters. Artifacts such asstudent-created posters can serve as rich sources of evidence for evaluating inquiry-basedprojects. These artifacts capture not only the data collection and analysis aspects of scientificinquiry but also the iterative design and problem-solving processes inherent in engineeringpractices [17]. Analyzing posters allows researchers to assess how students integrate theoreticalexplanations with practical applications

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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

John M. Santiago

Network (KEEN), and the other enabled byemerging technologies such as generative AI and multimedia storytelling platforms. This paper exploreshow these two threads—mindset-driven learning and AI-assisted content creation—can be woventogether using Camtasia, an accessible yet powerful multimedia authoring tool, to enrich STEAMeducation and cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset.The KEEN framework, supported by the Kern Family Foundation and exemplified by the work of Dr. DougMelton, emphasizes the development of three foundational traits in engineering students: Curiosity,Connections, and Creating Value. These “3Cs” are not just aspirational values—they represent specific,observable behaviors that can be cultivated through intentional curriculum

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Elin Jensen, Lawrence Technological University

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Diversity

. The emphasis is on building the technical skills around understandingmaterial properties, and knowledge of how materials respond to various loads. At the same time,this subject offers an opportunity to introduce other practical project variables. This paper willdemonstrate an example of integrating concepts of environmental and economic sustainability inthe material selection process using Ashby diagrams (charts) [3]. Ashby charts are visual toolswhere variables are plotted against each other, such as strength versus density, to enable theengineer to weigh trade-offs between multiple variables. Further, when students use the Ashbycharts they practice the skills in making informed decisions based on data and projectrequirements.The activity

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Byul Hur, Texas A&M University

embedded system course curriculum. A traditional embedded system curriculum coverslearning about microcontroller architecture and hardware and software aspects of microcontrollersand applications. In order to prepare students for more complex tasks required in embedded systemsand teach advanced topics of embedded systems, an Embedded Intelligent System Design course wascreated and initially offered in Fall 2019. Moreover, this course was also offered in Fall 2022 andSpring 2024. This paper introduces the topics of the course and practice session and term projectcontent in this embedded intelligent system design course. Course topics included Search algorithmsNumPy, Pandas, Sci-kit Learn, TensorFlow, Embedded Linux, and OpenCV. The primary

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Full Papers III

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FYEE 2025 Conference

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Cassie Wallwey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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FYEE 2025

” engineering curriculum skills sets.There is literature that has documented the integration of EM and EML implementation withinvarious programs and universities using a variety of assessment tools and metrics. Scholarship inthese spaces have noted improvements to student learning / performance outcomes related toprofessional skills, customer-focused design, global awareness, and increases in studentsdemonstrating curiosity, connection-making, and value recognition and creation – to name a fewexamples [7]-[10]. The majority of EML curricular integration has happened in problem-solvingand design-focused spaces and courses, but this works seeks to better understand if introducingEML before problem-solving or engineering design focused lessons, activities

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Randall D. Manteufel, The University of Texas at San Antonio

lecture notes, but it was faster for them to ask the AI tool to get an answer.Instructor Use of AIStudents reported minimal integration of AI by the course instructors. Most courses were taught asif AI doesn’t exist. The exception was a few technical elective courses where a few studentsdescribed how the instructors embraced the use of AI with some focused activities. In a thermalfluid design class, students were shown Microsoft Copilot since it is provided by the University.Students were allowed to submit reports acknowledging the use of AI to complete the report.Feedback from students was that it significantly reduced the time to complete the report. In a finiteelement class, students describe how the instructor used ChatGPT to generate code