engineering with an emphasis on structures and mechanics. He has two years of industry experience and 18 years of teaching and research experience at the University of Miami. His current engineering education research interests include instructional technology in mechanics, undergraduate student retention, and graduate student support.Aaron Heller, University of Miami Aaron Heller is a clinical psychologist and an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Miami having received a B.A. in Psychology from UC Berkeley and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. His work focuses on understanding the relevance of real-world, naturalistic mood dynamics to psychiatric disease and
Paper ID #23961Interdisciplinary Research Experiences for Undergraduates in Metrology andNon-Destructive InspectionDr. Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University Dr. Mathew Kuttolamadom is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Technology & In- dustrial Distribution and the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from Clemson University’s Int’l Center for Au- tomotive Research. His professional experience is in the automotive industry including at the Ford Motor Company. At TAMU, he teaches
relevantapplications and interdisciplinary reach, is a good way to interest students and teachers incomputer science as a discipline and as a powerful problem solving approach in a wide range ofdisciplines.Computational Thinking and K-12 STEM Education In the education research literature, computational thinking has been described as “thecore of all modern Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines andis intrinsic to all other disciplines from A to Z.” [7]. It is a way of viewing everyday phenomenaand solving problems by using concepts that are fundamental to computer science, such asfinding patterns in data, breaking a problem down into smaller parts, simulating systems andusing technology to automate the problem-solving
Paper ID #9858Studying & Supporting Productive Disciplinary Engagement in STEM Learn-ing EnvironmentsDr. Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University Milo Koretsky is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Oregon State University. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from UC San Diego and his Ph.D. from UC Berkeley, all in Chemical Engineering. He currently has research activity in areas related engineering education and is interested in integrating technology into effective educational practices and in promoting the use of higher-level cognitive skills in engineering problem solving. His research interests particularly
support marginalized populations, global training initiatives, and performance improvement.Chantel Early, Boise State University Chantel Early (she/her) graduated from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in 2014 with a B.S. in Electri- cal Engineering, she recently separated from the Coast Guard however to focus on the OPWL Master’s program. Chantel lives in Port Angeles, WA with her husband Tim, who is a helicopter pilot, and their two dogs, Rey and Maddy. Currently, Chantel is working on investigating the outcomes of organiza- tional systems designed to support engineers from low income, first generation, and underrepresented backgrounds.Kendra Rishell Peterson, Boise State UniversityDr. Arvin Farid, Boise State
.7Ongoing growth of community collegesWhile some of U.S. community college growth has leveled in the last two years, the nation hasseen a tremendous growth in the past 15 years in this sector. Currently, community collegesserve more first-generation college students, those who are traditionally underrepresented inscience technology, engineering and math (STEM), and others with financial needs than four-year universities. According to the American Council of Community Colleges, full timeenrollment in community colleges remain stable, with approximately 8,000,000 students enrolledfull time, yet part time enrollment is on the rise.7 Importantly, community colleges in the state inwhich this research is being conducted enroll approximately 2.6 million
programs. In this poster/short paper, we will present informationabout the initial IDP templates that have been developed as part of an NSF Workshop grant anddiscuss its use in engineering master’s programs.Individual Development Plans (IDPs) are tools used in industry and education to help employeesdefine and pursue their career and professional goals and have become more prevalent in sciencePhD and Postdoctoral programs. However, IDPs are not as common in master’s programs. TheSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) IDP templates available online aretargeted towards doctoral degrees and research careers. While many of these IDPs do haveprofessionally oriented sections, they are not relevant for more professionally oriented
Paper ID #21387REU Site: Sustainability of Horizontal Civil Networks in Rural AreasDr. Shannon Bartelt-Hunt, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Shannon Bartelt-Hunt is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Nebraska. She received her Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Virginia and her research focuses on the fate and transport of biologically-active organic contaminants in agricultural systems and water reuse in agriculture. She is a faculty fellow of the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska and maintains a courtesy appointment in the
Paper ID #25645Board 10: REU Site: Sustainability of Horizontal Civil Networks in RuralAreasDr. Shannon Bartelt-Hunt, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Shannon Bartelt-Hunt is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Nebraska. She received her Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Virginia and her research focuses on the fate and transport of biologically-active organic contaminants in agricultural systems and water reuse in agriculture. She is a faculty fellow of the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska and maintains a courtesy appointment
University of Kerala, Chief Technology Officer for Elegance Technologies, Inc., Senior Member of Technical Staff with NeST Technologies, and Assistant Professor at Moravian College. He has a PhD in Computer Science from the University of California, Davis, master’s degrees in CS and Electro-acoustic Music from Dartmouth College, and bachelor’s degrees in Engineering and Music from Swarthmore College. His professional interests and activities include active and guided inquiry learning, software engineering, entrepreneurship, digital signal processing, cognitive neuroscience, and music.Dr. Patricia B. Campbell, Campbell-Kibler Associates, Inc. Patricia B. Campbell, PhD, President of Campbell-Kibler Associates, Inc, has been
years as a software developer and then transitioned to academia. She was an Assistant Professor at Southern Polytechnic State University (now Kennesaw State University) for 20 years in the Computer Science department. She was the Undergraduate Coordinator for the Computer Science and Software Engineering programs, helped to found the Computer Game De- sign and Development degree program, and served as the lead for 2 successful ABET accreditation visits. She has a PhD in Human-Centered Computing from the Georgia Institute of Technology, a master’s in Computer Science, and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering. Her research area is Computer Sci- ence Education where she explores cognitive load theory within
, Weakness,Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis presented in the paper revealed an efficientmanagement strategy anchored on the social management theoretical framework andfacilitated by the project management tool.IntroductionSTEM projects in academia are centered on science, technology, engineering, andmathematics. Some of these projects are based in one of the fields, while others cut acrossmore than one discipline. Managing such multidepartment STEM projects can beoverwhelming, complex, and challenging, necessitating effective organization andcollaboration between multiple teams and stakeholders [1]. Most such multidisciplinaryprojects are funded to drive cross-cutting knowledge acquisition and sharing, includingdeveloping tools that can be
processes that financially and technically facilitate energy-efficient buildings. Her work also explores how principles of lean manufacturing facilitate energy-efficiency in the commercial building industry. Another research interest of Kristen’s is engineering education, where she explores how project- and experience-based learning foster better understanding of engineering and management principles. Prior to joining ASU, Kristen was at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) as a Postdoctoral Fellow (2009-11) and then a Scientific Engineering Associate (2011-2012) in the Building Technologies and Urban Systems Department. She worked in the Commercial Buildings group, developing energy effi- ciency programs and
Paper ID #9774Transfer-to-Excellence: Research Experiences for Undergraduates at Cali-fornia Community CollegesDr. Sharnnia Artis, University of California, Berkeley Dr. Sharnnia Artis is the Education and Outreach Director for the Center for Energy Efficient Electronics Science, a NSF-funded Science and Technology Center at the University of California, Berkeley. She oversees undergraduate research programs to recruit and retain underrepresented students in science and engineering and science and also outreach to pre-college students to introduce them to the exciting career opportunities in science and engineering. Dr
Governors State University; and a B.S. degree in General Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Prior to her graduate studies, she worked as a professional in the areas of manufacturing, operations, technical sales, and publishing for ten years. She also served as an adjunct faculty in the Engineering Technology Program at Triton College in River Grove, IL for seven years. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Mentoring Competencies from the Perspective of Mentors and their Racially Marginalized STEM MenteesAbstractDespite various efforts to broaden participation, racially marginalized students (i.e., Black,Hispanic/Latinx, and American Indian/Alaskan
Paper ID #29299Educating the Workforce in Cyber & Smart Manufacturing for Industry 4.0Dr. Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University Dr. Mathew Kuttolamadom is an associate professor in the Department of Engineering Technology & In- dustrial Distribution and the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University. He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering from Clemson University’s Int’l Center for Au- tomotive Research. His professional experience is in the automotive industry including at the Ford Motor Company. At TAMU, he teaches Mechanics, Manufacturing and
in Ethiopia to develop clean water supplies for the village. Dr. Bucinell supports the development efforts of many local companies in the areas of advanced materials. Central to these efforts are his Composites Manufacturing and Experimental Mechanics Laboratories at Union College. Prior to joining Union College, he spent 10 years in industry and continues to support the development of technology in local businesses.Dr. Rebecca Cortez, Union College Dr. Rebecca Cortez is a materials scientist in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Union Col- lege. Current research activities include the morphological and electrical characterization of nanoscale materials and thin films. Interests also include additive
Paper ID #37408Board 195: A Comparison of an Integrated Nonlinear Storytelling andSimulation-Based Learning Game Module Assigned Outside-the-Classroomversus Inside-the-ClassroomAshley SeamonMarcus JamesZoe MouchantafDr. Omar Ashour, Pennsylvania State University, Behrend Dr. Omar Ashour is an Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, The Behrend College. Dr. Ashour received the B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering/Manufacturing Engi- neering and the M.S. degree in Industrial Engineering from Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) in 2005 and 2007, respectively. He received his
Distribution Program at Texas A&M University. His research interests include integration of supply chain management with new product development decisions, distributor service portfolio optimization, and engineering education.Prof. Om Prakash Yadav, North Carolina A&T State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 International Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Program on BigData in Energy and Related Infrastructure: Challenges and Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic and University Policies and PracticesAbstractEngineering workplaces are becoming globalized because of the growth of the internationaleconomy and improvements in information technology. Engineering programs
of inter- actions of humans with technologies in everyday activities. Dr. Psenka is a Research Associate in the Industrial and Systems Engineering Department at Wayne State University and is affiliated with the NSF I/UCRC Center for e-Design as a design anthropologist.Dr. Kathy Schmidt Jackson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park Kathy Jackson is a Senior Research Associate at Pennsylvania State University’s Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence. In this position, she promotes Penn State’s commitment to enriching teaching and learning. Dr. Jackson works in all aspects of education including faculty development, instructional design, engineering education, learner support, and evaluation.Prof. Karl
Paper ID #45587BOARD # 465: Using Immersive Virtual Reality Environments to ImproveStudent Success for Online StudentsDr. Evelyn Sowells-Boone, North Carolina A&T State University Dr. Evelyn R. Sowells is the Department Chair of the Computer Systems Technology department at North Carolina A&T State University’s College of Science and Technology.Ajeka Momoh Friday, North Carolina A&T State UniversityPal Dave, North Carolina A&T State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Using Immersive VR Environments to Improve Student Success for Online Students: An NSF HBCU-UP
Paper ID #34291DuSTEM: A Comprehensive Approach to Student SuccessDr. Kristen Ann Thompson, Loras College Dr. Kristen Thompson is currently an Associate Professor of Engineering at Loras College. She teaches Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Dynamics Systems, and Introductory Physics courses. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and her B.S. from Michigan Technological Uni- versity both in Chemical Engineering.Dr. Danial J. Neebel PE, Loras College Dr. Danial Neebel, PE is a Professor of engineering and computer science at Loras College. He is currently the program chair for the engineering
member for Journal of Testing and Evaluation and International Journal of Pavement Research and Technology. He serves panel member for several NCHRP and ACRP projects. He is also a registered professional engineer in Alabama and LEED AP.Prof. Jinhui Wang, University of South Alabama Dr. Jinhui Wang currently is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of South Alabama (USA). He is co-director of the Intelligent Multi-Level Power-Aware Circuits and sysTems (IMPACT) Lab. His research interests include VLSI, 3D-IC, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology, Neuromorphic Computing Device and Hardware, Emerging Memory Design, Cooling Technique for Electronic Devices, Wireless
Paper ID #6133The iCollaborate MSE Project: Progress Update 2013Prof. Kathleen L Kitto, Western Washington University Kathleen L. Kitto is currently the acting vice provost for research and the dean of the Graduate School. Additionally, she serves as special assistant to the provost for strategic initiatives. She is a faculty member within the Department of Engineering Technology and specializes in Materials Science and Engineering.Dr. Debra S. Jusak, Western Washington University Dr. Jusak is vice provost for academic resources. She is also a professor, having taught computer science for twenty-two years
-Purdue University Indianapolis Karen Alfrey is a Clinical Associate Professor in Biomedical Engineering and Associate Dean for Undergraduate Academic Affairs and Programs in the School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI. She has been a member of ASEE since 2003.Dr. Mengyuan (Alice) Zhao, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Paper ID #42482 Mengyuan (Alice) Zhao is the Associate Director of Research and Development at IUPUI CyberLab. Her team works on designing, developing, and implementing innovative educational technology tools
funded by the National Science Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the Arizona Board of Regents, Goddard Space Flight Center, Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the Arizona Department of Education, among others. She has a special interest in sup- porting exemplary and equitable science education for traditionally underserved populations.Dr. Steven D Hart, U.S. Military Academy LTC Steve Hart is currently assigned as the ERDC Engineering Fellow and Director of Infrastructure Studies at West Point. He has taught numerous civil engineering courses including innovative courses on Infrastructure Engineering and Critical Infrastructure Protection and has authored numerous articles and a book chapter on
, Z. Andrijasevic, and B. Pejovic, “STEM Education and Growth in Europe,” J. Knowl. Econ., vol. 13, no. 3, pp. 2348–2371, 2022, doi: 10.1007/s13132-021-00817-7.[2] S. Olson and D. G. Riordan, “Engage to excel: producing one million additional college graduates with degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Report to the president.,” Exec. Off. Pres., 2012.[3] M. White, E. Legg, B. Foroughi, and J. Rose, “Constructing past, present, and future communities: Exploring the experiences of community among last‐dollar scholarship students,” J. Community Psychol., vol. 47, no. 4, pp. 805–818, 2019.[4] “Building a Sense of Community.” https://serc.carleton.edu/lsamp/community.html (accessed Dec
Paper ID #15626Software Defined Radio-based General Modulation/Demodulation Platformfor Enhancing Undergraduate Communication and Networking CurriculaDr. Zhiping Zhang, Wright State University Zhiping Zhang received his B.S. degree in electrical engineering from Nankai University, Tianjin, China, in 2001, M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in intelligence science from Peking University, Beijing, China, in 2004 and 2011 respectively. From 2011 to 2013, he was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Computer Science and Technology, Peking University. Since 2013, he has served as a research faculty member and co-director of
-1217285 and is supported in part by funds given to the National ScienceFoundation by the Intel Foundation and the GE Foundation. Any opinions, findings, andconclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do notnecessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.References1. ASEE (2012). “Going the distance: Best practices and strategies for retaining engineering, engineering technology and computing students”. American Society of Engineering Education.2. Barnett, E. A., Bork, R.H., Mayer, A.K., Pretlow, J., Wathington, H.D., and Weiss, M.J. (2012). “Bridging the gap: An impact study of eight developmental summer bridge programs in Texas”. New York; National Center for
M.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Florida.Dr. Pasha Antonenko, University of Florida Pavlo ”Pasha” Antonenko is an Associate Professor of Educational Technology at the University of Florida. His interests focus on the design of technology-enhanced learning environments and rigorous mixed-method research.Brian Abramowitz, University of FloridaVictor Perez ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023SHARK AI: Teaching Middle School Students AI Fundamentals Using Fossil Shark TeethAbstractThe effective introduction of the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI) to middle school studentsrequires the novel integration of the existing science