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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 6: Learning by Doing - Contextual and Community-Based Engineering

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Rebeka Lynn Yocum, Oregon Institute of Technology; Ashton Danielle Greer, Oregon Institute of Technology

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in the first year of an engineering curriculum reinforcestheir foundational nature. As first-year students enter university with a wide range ofbackgrounds, it can be difficult to create an immersive and engaging introductory experience thatreinforces these foundational skills without relying on a deeper understanding of technicalmaterial. In fact, for some students, introductory projects with roots in highly technical materialmay be alienating, damaging to student confidence, and ultimately detrimental to measures ofacademic success and degree persistence. It has been shown that student confidence in their ownacademic ability is affected by self and peer performance [1],[2] and the first year of a student’suniversity experience impacts

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First-Year and Experiential Learning for Women Engineers

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Lekshmi Sasidharan, University of Arkansas; Aysa Galbraith, University of Arkansas

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

innovation and competitiveness across the continent. Onenotable contributing factor for this is the low participation of women in the field [1]. Accordingto the Bureau of Labor Statistics, percentage of graduating women engineers in 2022 was around20% and there was not much improvement in this over the past decade. Research has identifiedseveral factors influencing this underrepresentation of women in engineering, including societalstereotypes portraying engineering as a job suited for only men [2], a lack of visible successfulrole models [3], microaggressions, gender biases and social isolation from male counterparts [4,Chandler (2017)], work life balance issues and inequitable compensation [1].Previous studies [5] indicate that women in Science

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International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

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Jamie R Gurganus, University of Maryland Baltimore County; Yashin Brijmohan, Utah State University; Lani McGuire, The Ohio State University; Michael M. Malschützky, Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, University of Applied Sciences, Germany; Anderson Harayashiki Moreira, Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia; Albertino Arteiro, University of Porto; Andrea Schwandt, Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg; Joao Santos; Joyce Zampirolli Scrivano; Steven McAlpine, University of Maryland Baltimore County

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State University. His research interests lie in exploring undergraduate and pre-college engineering student opportunities and experiences. ¨Mr. Michael M. Malschutzky, Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, University of Applied Sciences, Germany Michael M. Malsch¨utzky is a Research Associate at the Centre for Teaching Development and Innovation (ZIEL) as well as Affiliate Faculty at the Department of Management Sciences at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, University of Applied Sciences (H-BRS), Germany. He received his Diplom-Ingenieur (FH) in Mechanical Engineering from H-BRS in 2005. After working as Test & Validation Engineer (TIER-1) and Program Management Engineer (OEM) in the automotive industry, he

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 3: Identity and Achievement

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Paulina Z. Sidwell, McLennan Community College; April K. Andreas, East Texas A&M University; Michelle Pettijohn Powell, Waco Independent School District

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final Engineering Skills Self-EfficacyScale [1]. This scale measures self-efficacy in three key areas: experimental, tinkering, anddesign. The survey will be administered again at the end of each of the following five subsequentsemesters to track changes in self-efficacy based on workshop utilization for various courses’projects.BackgroundWhile it’s widely recognized that nearly half of students who graduate from four-yearuniversities start their education at community colleges [2], the numbers are notably lower forengineering students. Only 43% of engineering graduates have attended a community college,and just 13% have earned an associate degree [3]. Community colleges also enroll a higherpercentage of underrepresented minority groups, with

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Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

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Mayur Sanap, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Arman Badalamenti, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Devadharshini Ayyappan, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Sanjana Banerjee, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Diana Milena Urieta, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Caren Cooper, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Michael Daniele, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; James Reynolds, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Jay F Levine, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Alper Bozkurt, North Carolina State University; Edgar Lobaton, North Carolina State University

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3Dmodels are intended to aid in the estimation of the mussel’s configuration once they are underwater. This is to help build adataset that can be used for training AI-based recognition models. The system proposed in this article enables the generationof photorealistic 3D models using an commercially available ESP32 camera connected microcontroller developed by Espressif[11] and a rotating stage. We made use of state-of-the-art 3D reconstruction tools known as Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF)[26] to build the models. Fig. 1 provides an overview of our system components and the preliminary outcomes from thephotorealistic 3D model. We worked on making this platform accessible to STEM enthusiasts and the K-12 community in particular by making

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Student Motivation and Learning

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Christopher Rennick, University of Waterloo; Silas Ifeanyi, University of Waterloo; Mary A. Robinson, University of Waterloo

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use of active learning, recognizing “that true learning resultsfrom doing things and reflecting on the outcomes, not from passively receiving information.” [1,p. 111] In design education specifically, Project-Based Learning (PBL) has become the de factostandard approach of active learning across engineering curricula [2]. Its success, however,depends on student motivation - without it, students may struggle to engage fully, potentiallylimiting the positive outcomes of the pedagogy.The key feature of active learning is that it is learner-centred and therefore places moreresponsibility on the student than teacher-centred methods. Past research has described severalbarriers to student engagement with innovative active learning approaches

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ME Division 5: Advancing Robotic and Mechanisms Education

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Robert Montgomery III, Kennesaw State University; Madeline G Bishop, Kennesaw State University; Sydney Jones, Kennesaw State University; Vanessa S Young, Kennesaw State University; Sagar Patel, Kennesaw State University; Erin Keeney, Kennesaw State University; Coskun Tekes; Tris Utschig, Kennesaw State University; Ayse Tekes, Kennesaw State University

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studentunderstanding of the fundamentals of modeling mechanical systems and vibrations. Theequipment is portable and 3D printed at a tabletop 3D printer to reduce cost. The free pendulumportion of the kit was implemented in two sections of control theory courses. Students reportedmoderate learning gains and indicated the learning experience with the materials and equipmentwas enjoyable, while the biggest challenges were with coding and the use of Arduino tooperationalize the collection of data.1. IntroductionThe learning context for this work is centered around the challenge of helping students bridgetheory with practice. We have reported on this issue in multiple prior papers [1-9] but havechosen to summarize the issues here so that we can fully address the

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GSD 5: Mentorship

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Randi Sims, Clemson University; Sofia Brewer, Clemson University; Lily Fender, Clemson University; Kassidy Maron; Adelyn Dwyer, Clemson University; Karen A High, Clemson University; Marieke Van Puymbroeck

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graduatestudent mentors learn key aspects of holistic mentoring--a comprehensive bidirectional approachto mentorship that integrates career and psychosocial support to foster a supportive relationshippromoting personal and professional enrichment--from modules developed by University faculty.This graduate student-centered, mixed-methods study focuses on our initial research andevaluation efforts of EMPOWERS through three piloted instruments: 1) We examine the resultsof a piloted graduate student mental health, well-being, and inclusion survey, 2) We explorequantitative and qualitative results of an evaluation survey, and 3) We present the results ofinterviews with EMPOWERS graduate student participants on their mentoring self-efficacy.Results from our

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Advancing Educational Technologies: VR, AR & Simulation

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Gimantha N Perera, University of Arizona; Karen B Chen, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Laura Bottomley, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Robert Kulasingam; Emily H Fang, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Julie Ivy, University of Michigan

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Industrial Engineering Division (IED)

of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Fitts Faculty Fellow in Health Systems Engineering. She previously spent several years on the faculty of the Stephen M. Ross School of Business a ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Study Design and Assessment Framework for Testing Augmented Reality Tools in Engineering EducationGimantha N. Perera1*, Emily Fang2, Robert Kulasingam2, Laura J. Bottomley3, Karen B. Chen2, Julie S.Ivy4 1 Systems and Industrial Engineering, University of Arizona, Arizona, USA 2 Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, North Carolina State University, North Carolina, USA

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Construction Engineering Division: Innovative Pedagogy annd Student Engagement

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David Francisco Coronado; Blanca Esthela Moscoso; MiguelAndres Andres Guerra P.E., Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

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Professor, Universidad Central del Ecuador UCE, Facultad de Ciencias Administrativas. Quito, Ecuador.* Correspondence: Miguel Andrés Guerra, MAGuerra@usfq.edu.ecAbstractCommunicating complex ideas, especially technical ones, is a challenge for engineering students,particularly when addressing non-expert audiences. This project aimed to enhance theircommunication skills by incorporating a creative assignment into their courses, where studentscreated a 1-minute Reel-style video explaining an engineering concept. The videos, designed tobe engaging and entertaining, were uploaded to a class social media account with a "publicaudience" setting. If a video went viral, students could earn extra credit. This project wasimplemented in three civil

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 2

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Tyler Carter Kreipke CSC, University of Portland; Chris James Hainley Jr, University of Portland; Joshua Gargac, Ohio Northern University; Craig M. Goehler, University of Notre Dame; Lynn Dudash, University of Mount Union; Michael Foster, George Fox University; Kayt Frisch, George Fox University

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to greaterincreases in extrinsic motivation, while the open-ended projects will lead to greater increases inintrinsic motivation, as compared to a control group that employs neither of these goals.1. Introduction1.1. Student MotivationStudent engagement is a vital aspect of learning. Active and meaningful engagement on the partof the student with course material has been shown to benefit a number of desired studentoutcomes, including comprehension, retention, and application of material [1], [2], [3].Meaningful engagement, in turn, has been shown to correlate with motivation [4], [5], [6].Motivation can be described as the psychological impetus that drives goal-directed behavior [7],[8].The self-determination theory (SDT) developed by Deci

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 10: Learning to Learn - Metacognition and Self-Regulated Strategies

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Elizabeth Flanagan, Clemson University; Grace F Crocker, Clemson University; Michael Joseph Kiernan, Clemson University; Joseph Overlin Chapa, Clemson University; Elizabeth Anne Stephan, Clemson University

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, effective learning strategies, and mindfulness practices.Through the final project, students apply systems engineering principles to synthesize coursetopics into meaningful groupings, reflecting on their personal and academic growth.The study addresses three research questions: (1) Which course topics do students identify asmost influential and useful for their future? (2) What common grouping strategies do studentsuse, and do these align with the course framework? (3) Does the systems engineering approachfoster unique metacognitive insights? A qualitative analysis of student submissions from the Fall2024 cohort reveals that time management and rest are identified as the most impactful skills.Grouping strategies ranged from simple categories

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 8

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Yvette E. Pearson; Casey Harris; Charmane Caldwell, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Reginald Perry, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Melanie L Wicinski, Arkansas State University

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behavior, it will lead to an intention andultimately, materialize in said behavior.We are using TPB to examine post-graduation intentions and outcomes of undergraduateengineering students. For this paper, we focused on baseline data for a larger longitudinal study.In particular, we examined the following questions: (1) To what extent did students indicateplans to enter the STEM workforce and/or STEM graduate programs after graduation? (2) Whatbehavioral, subjective, and/or control factors influenced their decisions? (3) Did those factorsdiffer by income status, operationalized by Pell Grant status?Our population was a group of undergraduate engineering students participating in a projectfunded by the National Science Foundation’s (NSF’s

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 4.E

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Kyrie Zhixuan Zhou, University of Texas at San Antonio; Chunyu Liu, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Yunqi Li, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Devorah Kletenik, Brooklyn College, City University of New York; Rachel F. Adler, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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insightful, experiential, and engaging, potentially bridging the gap in teaching mobileaccessibility. Our research sheds light on extending accessibility education in computingdisciplines to mobile contexts.1 IntroductionTeaching university students about accessibility is important to raise their awareness andknowledge regarding the accessible design of software. Prior literature emphasizes learningobjectives [1], learning outcomes [2], teaching methods [3], and other aspects of accessibilityeducation.Empathy towards the technology barriers experienced by people with disabilities has beenidentified as a leading goal of accessibility education [4], [5], and experiential learning has beeneffective in inspiring this outlook while conveying

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International Division (INTL): Humanitarian Design and Sustainable Development

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Denise M. Driscoll, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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enjoyable and productive collaborations and interactions withtheir international colleagues. In keeping with research on intercultural competency, the programwas designed to build intercultural awareness and skills, forge international personal andprofessional connections, and encourage thinking about the global energy landscape—with aspecial focus on Brazil and the U.S,Twenty-three graduate students (12 from the U.S. and 11 from Brazil) completed all GIGELprogram requirements in Summer 2022. The design of the program included: 1. asynchronouslearning of online modules on Brightspace (an online learning platform); 2. five LIVE Zoomsessions, and 3. readings and assignments on Country Navigator (an online intercultural learningprogram).We built the

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Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Innovations

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William H Guilford, University of Virginia

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allowed the incorporation ofmultiple design experiences, including authentic problems posed by real clients, across allsections of the course, ensuring that all students have a deep design experience in their first year.[1]This curricular shift had ripple effects. Some technical content previously covered in a second-year biomedical engineering (BME) design course [2] was moved to the first year design course.Consequently, the second-year BME design course was restructured for the 2025 academic year.Key changes include the addition of a client-driven design project, beginning CAD training at ahigher level, and adjustments in hands-on fabrication that reflected students’ prior experiencewith 3D printing and soldering.We wished to understand how

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 5: Supporting Student Transition

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Courtney Green P.E., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Catherine M. Blat, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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students. This study generated practical and actionablefindings that will help four-year engineering institutions develop or modify intensive transitionprograms to improve the academic performance and retention of first-year engineering students.Keywords: first-time college students, engineering, summer bridge program, and academicsuccessIntroduction and BackgroundResearch indicates that retention rates for STEM students are influenced by several factors,including negative experiences in first-year classes, financial challenges, a sense of notbelonging, limited faculty-student and peer interactions, and the demanding nature of thecurriculum [1, 2, 3]. The majority of students who leave STEM do so within their first two years.Muller [4] reports

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Technical Session 2

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Fadhla Binti Junus, Purdue Engineering Education; Alfa Satya Putra, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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. The MBKMcurriculum emphasizes four key strategies: (1) in-depth learning approaches, (2) formativeand holistic assessments, (3) teacher leadership development, and (4) integrating Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines into existing subjects toenhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Despite its ambitious goals, theimplementation of MBKM has faced significant challenges. Geographical disparities acrossIndonesia’s 17,000 islands, the COVID-19 pandemic, unequal access to technology, andcoordination gaps among policymakers, educators, and administrators have hinderedprogress. These obstacles have led to inconsistent curriculum application, jeopardizing its fullimplementation by the 2024 target. A

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ECE-Outreach and Engagement Strategies for Inspiring Future Engineers

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Robert P. Leland, Oral Roberts University

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the basis forMastery Learning, developed by Bloom [1]. We first present Carroll’s theory and MasteryLearning. We then discuss examples of Mastery Learning in engineering education, and theguidance Carroll’s theory provides. We conclude with results of the author's application ofMastery Learning in two engineering classes at Oral Roberts University.Mastery learning, developed by Bloom [1], has shown great promise in encouraging students tolearn, enabling a large number of students to perform at a high level, and enabling students totruly learn the fundamentals of a subject. In mastery learning students are given multipleopportunities to demonstrate mastery of course concepts, with feedback and opportunity forimprovement, which enables a large

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Empowering Pre-College Students through AI and Computer Science: Standards, Self-Efficacy, and Social Impact

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Julie M. Smith, Institute for Advancing Computing Education; Jacob Koressel; Sofia De Jesus, Carnegie Mellon University; Joseph W Kmoch; Bryan Twarek

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. Recognition of these differences and their implications can be leveraged by future standards writers, curriculum developers, and computing education researchers to craft standards that best meet the needs of all learners.1 Introduction and BackgroundState and national learning standards play an important role in articulating and standardizingK-12 computer science (CS) education [1]. However, these standards have not been extensivelyresearched, especially in terms of their cognitive complexity [2]. Learning that incorporates morecognitive complexity (i.e., higher-order thinking skills) is crucial for CS students [3]. CS is a keycomponent of engineering education, especially given the quickly growing and highlyremunerated positions in CS

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ECE-Faculty Perspectives and Curriculum Evolution

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Salma Emara, University of Toronto; Fatemeh Jazinizadeh, University of Toronto; Hamid S Timorabadi P.Eng., University of Toronto

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first year of studies. This perception can lead to a lack of engagement with courses theydeem irrelevant to their chosen fields. The issue is exacerbated when course assignments focusnarrowly on specific concepts, without demonstrating real-world relevance or interdisciplinaryconnections. As a result, students may struggle to appreciate the broader applicability of thesefoundational topics taught in various courses [1]. Perhaps later as students progress in theirstudies or when they transition into professional roles, they often realize how related theconcepts they learned truly are.Research shows that students learn better when they can see clear, real-world connections amongthe topics they study [2]. However, creating strong links between

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Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation in STEM

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Alexander Grey, University of Connecticut; Adeline Smith, University of Connecticut; Alexandra Hain, University of Connecticut; Jada-Lynn De Laia Vercosa-Bennett, University of Connecticut; Stephany Santos, University of Connecticut; Valerie Maier-Speredelozzi, The University of Rhode Island

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decade [1], [2]. Recent findingsindicate the industry is over 20% below necessary staffing levels in crucial production roles dueto a shortage of qualified STEM talent [1]-[3], with the Department of Defense estimating theneed for 15,000 STEM hires annually for the next decade to meet procurement goals [3], [4]. Toaddress this, the Navy has invested in innovative solutions to attract students to naval STEMcareers early in their education. This engagement in practice case study outlines the efforts of theUConn-URI Navy STEM Coalition to develop a comprehensive K-12 pipeline by integratingnaval technology lessons into STEM pedagogy to showcase career opportunities in the region.This program builds off similar efforts prioritizing teacher

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Engagement in Practice: Bridging Engineering Education and Community Impact through Collaborative Design and Construction

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Ronald W. Welch, The Citadel; Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; William J. Davis P.E., The Citadel

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

internshipsare a primary vehicle for developing these skills, some students face scheduling challenges. Toaddress this, the Construction Engineering Program at The Citadel partners with Habitat forHumanity to offer a practicum that provides hands-on construction experience while fostering asense of service to the greater community. Many students are inspired to return on weekends,volunteering with their fraternity and building alongside future homeowners.BackgroundService-learning is a teaching strategy that integrates meaningful community service withinstruction and reflection, enriching the learning experience, teaching civic responsibility, andstrengthening communities [1-2]. Unlike volunteering, service learning includes a curriculum,and unlike

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 13

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carl Anthony Moore Jr, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Chiang Shih, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Jeannine E. Turner, Florida State University

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opportunities for alumni. Since 2022, four BP-AE graduates have joined NASA and three have joined AFRL.These initiatives demonstrate the BP-AE program’s commitment to expanding studentopportunities and strengthening the aerospace engineering workforce.Expanded Success to a Broader NetworkBuilding on the success of BP-AE at three core institutions, the ENBP-AE program expanded tofive additional institutions (Figure 1). This expansion emphasizes sustainable growth throughshared goals, collaborative partnerships, and integrated infrastructure. By leveraging theseprinciples, ENBP-AE fosters a localized ecosystem that supports education and research inaerospace engineering. 12The BP-AE and ENBP-AE programs support aerospace engineering education

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ERM Technical Session: Quantitative Instrument Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Henry Salgado, University of Texas at El Paso; Meagan R. Kendall, University of Texas at El Paso; Alexandra Coso Strong, Cornell University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

(UVa). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Exploring Department vs. Institution Workplace Satisfaction AlignmentAmong STEM Instructional Faculty at HSIs using Machine LearningMotivations and BackgroundFaculty play an important role in higher education by preparing the future workforce, advancingknowledge through innovative research, and fostering vibrant scholarly communities [1]. Tosustain and strengthen these communities, stakeholders need to understand the supports thatenhance faculty satisfaction [2]. Faculty experiences—and thus their satisfaction—are shaped byboth departmental interactions (e.g., with chairs, colleagues, and staff) and broader institutionalresources (e.g., salary, technological

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering Division (TELPhE) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University; Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University

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in 2008. He has an extensive teaching background with 22 years of the academic experience at five different universities. Students and departments have always praised him for his outstanding teaching and research excellence. He has been involved in numerous professional societies to supplement his teaching and research, including ASCE, ACI, ASEE, ASC, ATMAE, and TRB. His research output has been well disseminated as he has published 100+ journal papers and conference papers. His research interests are 1) Creating Innovative Sustainable Materials, 2) Digital Construction, 3) BIM and VDC, 4) Virtual Testing Lab, 5) Construction Education, and 6) Sustainability. ©American Society for

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jalil Kianfar, Saint Louis University; Sridhar S. Condoor, Saint Louis University; Danahe Marmolejo, Saint Louis University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

laboratory courses, they do not necessarilyapply spreadsheets in an engineering context.To better align spreadsheets with the practical experiences of civil engineering students [1], aseries of statics-related assignments were incorporated into a second-year civil engineeringcourse at Saint Louis University, Missouri, United States. Students utilized spreadsheets to solveproblems related to centroids and moments of inertia, equilibrium of a particle, shear force andbending moment diagrams, and truss analysis. Most students were concurrently enrolled in astatics course where they solved similar problems using pen and paper calculations andsubmitted their work.This research assessed student work, evaluated learning outcomes, and analyzed

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D) Poster Session

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Pavel Navitski, Oral Roberts University; Elena Gregg Dr, Oral Roberts University; Wesley David Klehm, Oral Roberts University; Gabriel Pendell, Oral Roberts University

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,ranging from hydrogen (1 proton) to iron (26 protons and 28 neutrons). These findings havesince established cosmic particles as a subject of significant scientific interest. Today, it isestimated that approximately 13% of the ionizing radiation affecting Earth’s biosphere originatesfrom extra-solar cosmic rays.Among these particles are muons—charged particles with a mass approximately 200 timesgreater than that of electrons. Muons decay via the weak interaction μ±→e(±) ν ῡ with anaverage lifetime of 2.2 microseconds, making them longer-lived than many subatomic particles.These muons are primarily generated in the upper atmosphere through collisions between cosmicrays and atmospheric molecules, which produce pi mesons (pions) that subsequently

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

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Aja Rachel Bettencourt-Mccarthy, University of Cincinnati; Matthew Sleep, University of Cincinnati

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withareas for future research, for civil engineering.IntroductionDesign is a core component of engineering practice and education. Scholars [1], [2], [3],accrediting bodies [4], and professional associations all highlight the centrality of design toengineering. In addition, ASCE whose Civil Engineering Body of Knowledge lists design as oneof the core aspects of the profession and further states that design is the “essence” of civilengineering practice [5]. In 1985 the Engineering Directorate at the National Science Foundation(NSF) launched a program with the aim of developing a theoretical foundation and generalizableprinciples for engineering design [6]. Since then, and despite evidence of maturity in engineeringdesign theory and methods [7], [8

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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Ruchi Dilip Kukde, Texas State University; Twyla Hough, Texas State University; Shetay Ashford-Hanserd, Texas State University

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Association of Collaborative Communities Equipping Youth for STEEAAM Success (ACCEYSS). ACCEYSS is a coalition that helps faith-based and grassroots organizations with curriculum, resources, and funding to close the STEEAAM equity gap in underserved communities. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 NSF CAREER: Effects of Community Cultural Wealth on Persistence of Black and Hispanic Women in the P-20 Computing Workforce Pipeline in Texas This five-year, parallel mixed-methods research study [1], funded by the National ScienceFoundation CAREER award, investigates the influence of community cultural wealth (CCW) [2]on persistence among Black and