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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 16

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Daniel I. Adeniranye, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Jingjing Liu, Florida International University; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University; Gabriel Najera

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Associate in the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education (SUCCEED) at Florida International University.Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University Julian is a graduate research assistant at Florida International University. He holds a BSc in Electronics Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia and a MSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Arizona. He is pursuing his PhD degree in Engineering and Computing Education at Florida International University. He has professional experience in Information Technology, Semiconductors, and Telecommunications in international companies such as Ecopetrol, Texas Instruments, and Ericsson. His

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ERM WIP V: Assessing & Developing Competencies in Engineering Education

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Catherine McGough Spence, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Neeko Bochkarev, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Justine Chasmar, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Michelle Soledad, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Luke John Nyberg

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Paper ID #45906WIP: Assessing Quality of Interview Protocol for Capturing Students’ Senseof Belonging and Wellbeing in a Practice-Based Engineering Education ModelDr. Catherine McGough Spence, Minnesota State University, Mankato Catherine Spence is an Associate Professor at Iron Range Engineering in the Integrated Engineering Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato. She received her PhD in Engineering and Science Education in 2019 and a BS in Electrical Engineering in 2014 at Clemson University.Neeko Bochkarev, Minnesota State University, Mankato Neeko Bochkarev is an undergraduate researcher pursuing a B.S. in

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 15

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Azadeh Bolhari, University of Colorado Boulder; Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder; Caroline Steely, University of Colorado Boulder

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NationalScience Foundation. Special thanks to Shane Gavney, Maya Leizerovich, and AnvieGowrishankar, undergraduate contributors to the reflective memo analysis, all from theUniversity of Colorado Boulder.References[1] The Engineering Mindset Report: A Vision for Change in Undergraduate Engineering andEngineering Technology Education. May 14, 2024. American Society for EngineeringEducation, Washington DC. Downloaded from: https://mindset.asee.org/ 18 Jan 2025.[2] J.H. Dyer, H. B. Gregersen, and C.M. Christensen, “Entrepreneur Behaviors, OpportunityRecognition, and the Origins of Innovative Ventures,” Strateg. Entrepreneurship J, 2 (4): pp.317–38, 2008.[3] J. H. Dyer, H. B. Gregersen, and C. M. Christensen, The Innovator’s DNA: Mastering theFive Skills of

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 2

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Simonne Renee Whitmore, Southern University and A&M College

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BlackColleges and Universities (HBCUs) are uniquely positioned to play a pivotal role in bridging thesegaps. With their long-standing commitment to fostering academic success among AfricanAmerican students, HBCUs graduate a disproportionately high percentage of African Americanprofessionals, including in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and construction-related fields. By examining the root causes of underrepresentation and leveraging the strengths ofHBCUs, this study aims to propose actionable strategies to diversify the construction managementworkforce and foster greater equity within the industry.Literature Review Data from 2023 shows that African Americans make up only 4.8% of constructionmanagers, despite comprising 14.4% the

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 2

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Nandita Biswas, Washington State University; Emily Larsen, Washington State University; Jonathan Steffens, Washington State University

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program at (WSU), teaching several first-year engineering courses designed for students from disadvantaged backgrounds pursuing engineering degrees. She also earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Washington State University with research on soft robotic mechanisms.Dr. Jonathan Steffens, Washington State University Jonathan received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University. He worked at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a post-doctoral fellow. He was a visiting professor at Lafayette College. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department

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Identity, Experiences, and Perceptions (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 2)

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Juan Sebastián Sánchez-Gómez, Universidad El Bosque; Maria Catalina Ramirez; Pedro Guillermo Feijóo-García, Georgia Institute of Technology; Fidel Mauricio Ramírez Aristizábal, Universidad el Bosque; Liliana Ahumada, Universidad el Bosque

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, Liliana Ahumada1 y Fidel Ramirez1 1 Universidad El Bosque, Bogotá, Colombia 2 Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia 3 Georgia Tech, Atlanta, United StatesAbstractSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is an interdisciplinaryeducational approach developed by the U.S. National Science Foundation to foster research,innovation, and learning. By integrating these fields, STEM education aims to developtheoretical understanding and practical application in real-world contexts. Despite itswidespread adoption in developed countries, some initiatives

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New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 4 - Undergraduate Student Learning

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H. Schwab, The Ohio State University; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Anu Singh, The Ohio State University; Euclides Maluf, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Safety Engineering and Education. With over 10 years of expertise in training professionals across companies, educational institutions, and industries, they possess strong skills in processing, analyzing, and synthesizing large data sets. Their ability to thrive in collaborative, team-oriented environments complements their technical expertise. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in Engineering Education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where they serve as a Graduate Research Assistant. Additionally, he contribute as a visiting professor at Federal Institute of Science and Technology of Minas Gerais (IFMG-Bambu´ı) in Brazil. His research is centered on innovative methodologies for Engineering Education, with a

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ECE-Applications of AI and ChatGPT in Engineering Education

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Guoping Wang, Purdue University Fort Wayne

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secured multiple grants for innovative projects. A senior member of IEEE, he actively contributes to the field through publications and conference presentations. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Case Studies of ChatGPT for Embedded Systems TeachingAbstractThe rise of AI technology, particularly Generative AI, has significantly transformed the landscapeof higher education. Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, has been extensively studied in fields likeComputer Science to assess its effectiveness in enhancing learning. However, its impact on morespecialized areas, such as bare-metal embedded systems, remains underexplored. Bare-metalembedded systems, which include hardware (e.g

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Building Community and Inclusion in Pre-College Engineering Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chelsea Joy Andrews, Tufts University; Jessica Watkins, Vanderbilt University; Kristen B Wendell, Tufts University; Rae Woodcock; Shannon Jean Keaveney Rausch, Tufts University; Vera Gor, Tufts University; Naina Sood Fox, Tufts University; Rachel Bandi; Molly Malinowski

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). Mechanisticreasoning (Machamer, Darden, & Craver, 2000; Russ et al., 2008) also plays a central role insensemaking about an engineering design’s functionality.Reflective decision-making. Also central to the work of engineering design is decision-makingdiscourse, particularly decision-making that is informed by evidence from and reflection onstakeholders, criteria, previous design solutions, and test results (Crismond & Adams, 2012). TheFramework for K-12 Science Education reminds us that “Engineers, too, make decisions basedon evidence that a given design will work” (NRC, 2012, p. 62). Ethnographic studies ofprofessional engineering practice show how iterative cycles of decision making are crucial forthe design of working technologies (Atman et al

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 13

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Melissa Lepe, University of California, Irvine; Spencer Currie, University of California, Irvine; Kevin Jay Kaufman-Ortiz, Purdue University/Cornell University; Charlie Díaz, University of Pittsburgh; Gerard Dorvè-Lewis, University of Pittsburgh; Linda DeAngelo, University of Pittsburgh; Natascha Trellinger Buswell, University of California, Irvine

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the United States to maintain technological growth, it is imperative that gaps in theengineering workforce are filled to meet the needs of all individuals. Due to employment growthand some professionals leaving the engineering profession each year, the United States Bureau of*The following authors share first authorship.​Labor Statistics estimates that 195,000 engineering and architecture job openings are projectedannually [1]. The American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) reported that in 2023, alittle over 134,00 engineering bachelor degrees were awarded with 17.2% of those degreesawarded to minority students [2]. Among the various ethnic groups reported (African Americanor Black, Hispanic, White, Asian American, American Indian

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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Lori Marie Houghtalen, University of Texas at El Paso; Roger V. Gonzalez P.E., University of Texas at El Paso; Samahara Quintana Chavez, University of Texas at El Paso; Juno Alvarez Morales, University of Texas at El Paso; Guillermo Beckmann, University of Texas at El Paso

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engineering education, Dr. Gonzalez has received the American Society of Engineering Educators (ASEE) Teaching Award, the Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation Award, and LeTourneau University’s top research and scholarship award. He was also a Finalist for the IEEE Global Humanitarian Engineer of the Year award in 2013. He serves as an engineering program evaluator for the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Dr. Gonzalez was awarded a faculty fellowship by UTEP and the University College London (UCL), where he served as a Visiting Professor, to spend the 22-23 academic year traveling throughout the United Kingdom visiting over 25 universities in England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, and The Netherlands

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 1

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Cameron Robert Rusnak, Lincoln University - Missouri; David Heise, Lincoln University

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preparedness levels while promoting skill development, confidence, andacademic success. The techniques described here represent the ground-up efforts of facultymembers in the engineering and technology areas to meet the needs of our students. Thesefaculty-driven efforts are independent of, yet consistent with, University policies as well as acampus-wide initiative (since Fall 2023) to promote the use of high-impact practices [20].Engineering faculty, in particular, are continually looking to improve upon these techniques tofurther student success, which serves as our lodestar.Expanded accessibility through office hoursRecognizing that underprepared students often require additional one-on-one support, eachfaculty member is required to hold ten office

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 7: Interdisciplinarity

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Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia

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Paper ID #49454Engineering Communication as an Area of Specialization and a FundamentallyInterdisciplinary Domain: What We Can Learn from Fred Newton ScottDr. Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia Kathryn Neeley is Associate Professor of Science, Technology, and Society in the Engineering & Society Department of the School of Engineering and Applied Science. She is a past chair of the Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division of ASEE and is ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Engineering Communication as an Area of Specialization and a

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Inclusive and Reflective Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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Sopheak Seng, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); William Samuel Walker

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Paper ID #47204Developing qualitative method for detecting evident of design fixation duringengineering design challenge activities for pre-college students (other)Mr. Sopheak Seng, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Graduate Student in Science Education, College of Education, Purdue UniversityWilliam Samuel Walker ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Developing qualitative methods for detecting evidence of design fixation during engineering design challenge activities for pre-college students (other)Engineering has become a major component in science classrooms as the NGSS is continuing

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ERM Technical Session: Equity & Accessibility in Engineering Education

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Kara Bocan, University of Pittsburgh; Gaoxiang Zhou, University of Pittsburgh

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Paper ID #46677Student perspectives on attendance and instructional methods in a combinedlecture and laboratory courseKara Bocan, University of Pittsburgh Kara Bocan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. She received her PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 2017, and her BSE in Electrical Engineering and Bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 2012. She currently teaches courses on data structures and algorithms, introductory programming, software architecture, and simulation and modeling. Her engineering

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cherish Bauer-Reich, University of Jamestown; Jakob DeLong, University of Jamestown; Wesley Newton, University of Jamestown

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Paper ID #45954Association between fundamental skills on physics pre-course assessment andpost-course test performanceCherish Bauer-Reich, University of Jamestown Cherish Bauer-Reich is an Associate Professor at the University of Jamestown in Jamestown, ND. She is also a senior member of IEEE.Jakob DeLong, University of Jamestown Jakob DeLong is currently an assistant teaching professor in the Electrical Engineering department at Missouri University of Science and Technology. He received a BS in Electrical Engineering from West Virginia University and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from The Ohio State University, while

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 2

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Xiuhao Ding, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Delu Zhao, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Alan Tao, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Meghana Gopannagari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Pablo Robles-Granda, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Yang Victoria Shao, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign; Chrysafis Vogiatzis, University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign; Ann Jeanne Fredricksen; Jennifer R Amos, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Lawrence Angrave, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Hongye Liu, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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needs of students from different demographicbackgrounds in Engineering schools.In order to identify the students’ needs for improved accessibility to Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) content that include equations and diagrams, we surveyeda large number of Engineering students (predominantly undergraduate students) regarding theirexperience with equations and diagrams in six Engineering courses of Fall 2024 at the Universityof Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC).We ask all students to respond to their experience and preferences in multiple elements in Mathdelivery, specific preferences in equation formats, diagram formats, equations and diagrams’captioning, and explanation styles. The surveys allow students with physical

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First-Year and Experiential Learning for Women Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Madeline JoAnna Szoo, Northeastern University; Courtney Pfluger, Northeastern University

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,” International Journal of Technology and Design Education, vol. 33, no. 3, pp. 1121–1142, Aug. 2022, doi: 10.1007/s10798-022-09759-w.[20] P. Van den Bossche, W. H. Gijselaers, M. Segers, and P. A. Kirschner, “Social and Cognitive Factors Driving Teamwork in Collaborative Learning Environments,” Small Group Research, vol. 37, no. 5, pp. 490–521, Oct. 2006, doi: 10.1177/1046496406292938.[21] “Facts and Figures,” Northeastern University, 2019. https://facts.northeastern.edu/[22] “Annual Report 2023-24,” Northeastern University College of Engineering, Oct. 24, 2024. https://coe.northeastern.edu/wp-content/uploads/pdfs/coe/print/coe_2024_issuu.pdf (accessed Jan. 15, 2025).

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Best in DEED

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Kristin Bartlett, University of Kentucky; Aanya Chugh, University of Kentucky

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Paper ID #46254How faculty-student interactions affect the BIPOC design student experienceDr. Kristin Bartlett, University of Kentucky Dr. Kristin (Kristi) Bartlett is an Assistant Professor of Product Design at the University of Kentucky. She has a Ph.D. in Technology from Purdue University, an M.S. in Industrial Design from The University of Houston, and a B.A. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Rice University.Prof. Aanya Chugh, University of Kentucky Aanya Chugh is an Assistant Professor at the School of Interiors and Principal of the architecture and interiors practice AA ¨ MA ¨ Studio. She also serves as

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Technical Session 2

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Monika Tomar, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Mario Ventresca, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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, Eyvind. "Towards a model of strategic actions in the classroom: Games theory asresearch heuristic." Scandinavian journal of educational research 46.1 (2002): 65-81.[8] Washington, Alicia. "Designed to disrupt: A novel course for improving the culturalcompetence of undergraduate computing students." 2022 ASEE Annual Conference &Exposition. 2022.[9] L. Springer, M. E. Stanne, and S. S. Donovan, “Effects of Small-Group Learning onUndergraduates in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, and Technology: A Meta-Analysis,”Review of Educational Research, vol. 69, no. 1, pp. 21–51, Mar. 1999, doi:10.3102/00346543069001021.[10] N. Francis, C. Pritchard, Z. Prytherch, and S. Rutherford, “Making teamwork work:enhancing teamwork and assessment in higher

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Paper ID #46694Investigating Student Motivation in a Curricular HackathonMr. Christopher Rennick, University of Waterloo Chris Rennick, PhD P.Eng. received his B.A.Sc., Honours Electrical Engineering in 2007 and his M.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering in 2009, both from the University of Windsor, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Chris’ PhD from the University of Waterloo investigated how knowledge and personal epistemology of novice designers relate to their design behaviours. Chris is currently an Engineering Educational Developer with the Pearl Sullivan Engineering Ideas Clinic at the University of Waterloo. Chris is a

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ERM Technical Session: Equity & Accessibility in Engineering Education

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Nicholas A Baine P.E., Grand Valley State University; Karl Brakora, Grand Valley State University

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Paper ID #49206Tuition Equity: A study of the disparate impact of different forms of blocktuition based on raceDr. Nicholas A Baine P.E., Grand Valley State University Nicholas Baine, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Chair of Electrical Engineering in the Padnos College of Engineering at Grand Valley State University. He is an expert in electrical control systems and sensor data fusion. As an educator, Dr. Baine is committed to enhancing the educational experience for engineering students, particularly those in their first year. As a dedicated instructor, he continually seeks innovative methods to deliver first-year

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2 - Student Papers 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alex Richard Duffy, The Pennsylvania State University; Edward C. Smith, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Danielle Bock, Pennsylvania State University; Reed Ladewig, Pennsylvania State University; Adi Nagarajan, Pennsylvania State University; Samay Shingatwar, The Pennsylvania State University; Samantha Rae Coleman, Pennsylvania State University

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University I am an undergraduate student at Penn State University pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering. Currently, I am collaborating with a team of fellow aerospace engineering students on various projects, while also engaging in outreach initiatives at local schools. Our primary objective is to inspire and motivate K-12 students to explore careers in STEM, fostering their interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities and educational programs.Mr. Reed Ladewig, Pennsylvania State University I am a second-year undergraduate at Penn State University studying Aerospace Engineering. I am a member of many clubs, namely the Nittany Motorsports FSAE Team as well as the Wind

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Graduate College Industry Partnerships

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mandana Ashouripashaki, The Ohio State University; Kristina Kennedy, The Ohio State University; Paul A. Reeder, The Ohio State University

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State, she served as the Director of Licensing & Business Development (Physical Science & Engineering) at Colorado State University for four years. And prior to that she worked with The University of Texas at Austin in technology transfer and commercialization office as a licensing specialist. She also has 14 years of experience in the oil and gas and energy industry. Mandana holds a BSc in Chemical Engineering from The University of Tehran and dual MSc degrees in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering and Chemical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin.Mrs. Kristina Kennedy, The Ohio State University Kristina Kennedy joined The Ohio State University in 2021 as an Associate Professor in the

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ENT-8: Mentorship, Creativity, and Ethics in Academic Entrepreneurship

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Anne K DeChant, Penn State University Hershey College of Medicine; Erika Swift, The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine; Alyson Grace Eggleston, Pennsylvania State University; Robert J. Rabb P.E., Pennsylvania State University; Mark Daniel Pacey, Pennsylvania State University

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Paper ID #45894Creating a Culture of Coachability: The Innovation Fellows Program forMentoring Early-Career Engineers and Scientists in Entrepreneurship andCommercializationAnne K DeChant, Penn State University Hershey College of Medicine Anne DeChant is the Associate Director for the Center for Medical Innovation (CMI) at Penn State University Hershey College of Medicine. Ms DeChant leads education and training programs for CMI, providing specialized programming for healthcare innovation and commercialization. Ms DeChant also manages a portfolio of therapeutics and diagnostic technologies, and provides expertise and support

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ENT-3: Transforming Engineering Curriculum through Entrepreneurial Approaches

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Joshua Gargac, Ohio Northern University; Shuvra Das, University of Detroit Mercy; Kurt M Degoede, Elizabethtown College; Sara A. Atwood, Elizabethtown College

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Engineering and Science. He has an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and Master’s and Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics from Iowa State University. He was a post-doctoral researcher at University of Notre Dame and worked in industry for several years prior to joining Detroit Mercy. Dr. Das has taught a variety of courses ranging from freshmen to advanced graduate level such as Mechanics of Materials, Introductory and Advanced Finite Element Method, Engineering Design, Introduction to Mechatronics, Mechatronic Modeling and Simulation, Mathematics for Engineers, Electric Drives and Electromechanical Energy Conversion. He led the effort in the college to start several

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Abiola Olayinka Ajala, Morgan State University

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]. Especially in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) fields, HBCUs serve as the hub for diverse learners to feel included in the advancedlearning, training, and workforce development effort in the United States and beyond. Accordingto the findings in the literature review by Gonzales et al. [1], the several efforts towards diversityand inclusivity work in higher education may fall short due to cultural and educationalcommunity factors leading to potential harm, despite good intentions.Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are also pivotal in providing access toquality education for underrepresented groups, particularly in STEM fields [2], [3], [4].However, despite the critical role of HBCUs in cultivating a diverse

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 10

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Obumneme Godson Osele, Stanford University; Crystal Winston, Stanford University; Ihsan Mekki, Stanford University

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, USA. Before pursuing the Ph.D., they received a B.S. in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge MA, USA in 2019 and an MPhil degree from Imperial College London, London, UK in 2021. Crystal’s research interests include origami robot design and haptics. Their research is supported by the Stanford Graduate Fellowship and the Stanford Enhancing Diversity in Graduate Education Fellowship.Ihsan Mekki, Stanford University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Am I The Villain?: How Critical Reflection Gaps in Individual University Decision-Makers Affect Access ProgramsAbstractTwo graduate students, holding underrepresented

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Transformative and Just Futures in Engineering (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 11)

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Nadia N. Kellam, Arizona State University

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sharing narratives is to provide an honest account of my journey in engaging withAI as an engineering educator. By openly discussing the successes and the mistakes Iencountered along the way, I aim to foster transparency in how educators might critically andcreatively engage with AI in their work. Mistakes are an inevitable part of exploring new tools,and I hope that by sharing mine, I can contribute to a broader, collective understanding of howAI might be thoughtfully incorporated into equity-centered education.Literature ReviewSystemic biases in AI arise from the deeply embedded inequities in the data, design, anddeployment processes of these technologies. Joy Buolamwini’s groundbreaking work inUnmasking AI reveals how these biases are often

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 7

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Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder; Sheila Davis, University of Colorado Boulder

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Paper ID #45952”I cannot relate”: The Importance Socioeconomic Status in the Journeys ofWomen of Color in Academia (Research)Dr. Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder Angela Bielefeldt is a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) and Director for the Engineering Education program. She researches topics such as engineering ethics, sustainability, social responsibility, and community engagement. Bielefeldt is a Fellow of the ASEE and a licensed P.E. in Colorado.Sheila Davis, University of Colorado Boulder