. and L. Douglas Meredith Program’s Teaching Recognition Award in 2024, and College Educator of the Year award by Technology Alliance of Central New York in 2023. Central to her teaching approach is an active-learning style, which pairs hands-on programming exercises with challenging projects that demand students to cultivate skill in problem solving, debugging and software engineering in general. She is dedicated towards creating equitable education and learning experiences for all students by providing educational opportunities that are inclusive to–and supportive of– women, genderqueer, non-binary, and underrepresented and minority (URM) students. As a diversity spokesperson of the department, Dr. Rahman
negatively impacting promotion tofull professor. There are also documented impacts of microaggressions on mental health, well-being, self-esteem, and even physical health [8].Theoretical FrameworksCritical Race Theory (CRT) [9], [10] was the framework being used for the larger ADVANCESPACES project within which the current research is situated. CRT recognizes that bias extendsbeyond individual actions and is embedded in systems and policies. Thus, the hierarchy inacademic systems might perpetuate bias. Other CRT tenets that are relevant in this researchinclude intersectionality (multiple characteristics and identities are important, including genderand race), challenging the notions of objectivity and meritocracy (which are particularlyprevalent in
in turn directlycontribute to student persistence and eventual degree completion [5], [6]. Engineering library divisions serve a distinct user group with unique information needs.Undergraduate engineers find computational work heavily weighted early in their curriculum butoften transition to more project-based assignments in junior and senior years. These project tasksare often designed to support collaborative information activities where students practiceconceptualizing as a group [7]. Feelings of belonging contribute to identity building aspects ofthe program, which encourage students to see themselves as engineer trainees [8]. Engineeringstudents are unlikely to seek research assistance from library workers or navigate high
instructor, making it easier for the student to ask for help. Work-related connectionshelped the student could become more interested in the outcome of their project and in turn learnmore about the topic, since they were allowed to apply their class studies to a topic they werepassionate about. “A project-based sustainable design lesson in engineering made me feel whole... Theinstructor included personal reflection and interdisciplinary conversations into our tasksthroughout the course... Additionally, the instructor addressed student needs outside ofacademics. They encouraged frank conversation regarding business, personal, and emotionalissues. This support built trust and helped us operate better... These encounters made me feelvalued for
instructors surveyed, 31.25% reported nocollaboration and 68.75% reported required at least some collaboration. None of the non-STEMinstructors reported optional collaboration (Table 13).Those who reported having no collaborative project work were asked for their reasoning for theirdecision. Of those instructors, 23.33% claim collaboration makes fair grading difficult, 23.33%claim collaboration facilitates cheating, and 16.67% claim students learn better individually. Theremaining 36.67% cite other reasons for not including collaboration in their course (Table 14).While there are a variety of other reasons instructors do not allow collaboration, one of therecurring themes is the inability to gauge individual performance in group projects and how
, including several rural districts primarily serving African-American students. Theymeasured student interest and confidence in CS, and most of the responses averaged 3.5 -4.0 on a 5-point Likert scale [28]. Hu et al. described a similar project that brought ECS tostudents in Utah in 2016 and also included many rural schools [29]; unfortunately, no studentdata was presented in that article.2.2 RuralMuch of the existing research regarding rural participation in CS uses a location-basedapproach to determine what constitutes rural vs. non-rural, but often definitions are notclearly defined. Alas, there are many competing definitions of what it means to be “rural” ineducation.The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) distinguishes metro
NSF funded project dealing with communities and relationships that enable and empower faculty and students in engineering.Dr. John Ray Morelock, University of Georgia Dr. Morelock is an Assistant Professor of Practice with an emphasis on engineering education research, and the Associate Director of Educational Innovation and Impact for UGA’s Engineering Education Transformations Institute (EETI). In addition to coordinating EETI’s faculty development programming, Dr. Morelock conducts research on institutional change via faculty development, with an emphasis on innovative ways to cultivate and evaluate supportive teaching and learning networks in engineering departments and colleges. He received his doctoral degree
a Pre-college STEM Outreach Program over Time (Evaluation)Introduction A skilled STEM workforce is critical to maintaining the competitiveness of the U.S. intoday’s global economy. STEM job opportunities have grown faster than non-STEMcounterparts since 2010, and employment in many STEM occupations is projected to grow [1].Recently, many pre-college programs have been developed and implemented to increase highschool students’ interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Plentifulprior studies documented the positive impacts of such outreach efforts [2], [3], [4], [5], and [6],but how students’ evaluations change during the program remained an unanswered question.This
54students. The College was committed to science education since its inception. Laboratoryfacilities were continually expanded through the 1920s. See Figure 1. Figure 1: Douglass Chemistry Lab, Rutgers University, 1920Since 1986, the Douglass Women in Science and Engineering program (WiSE, originally namedthe Douglass Project for Women in STEM) has formally supported the advancement ofundergraduate STEM students at Rutgers University. Today By co-enrolling at Douglass and aRutgers academic school, students experience a small college atmosphere and programs thatempower their academic excellence and leadership development while engaging with all the richeducational resources of Rutgers University. Over half of Douglass’ enrollment consists ofSTEM
Paper ID #46493Instructional Benefits of a Web-Based Students’ Concurrent Course RegistrationToolDr. Ke Tang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Ke Tang is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Tang’s research focuses on engineering education, particularly on student-centered pedagogies, data-driven instruction, and interdisciplinary education.Dr. Thomas Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign I spent 10+ years in industry as an engineer in structural mechanics and structural health monitoring projects
from American University in 2018, her M.S. in Physics from DePaul University in 2020, and her Ph.D. in Physics from Kansas State University in 2023.Dr. Michael James Verostek Jr, Rochester Institute of Technology Mike earned his PhD in Physics from the University of Rochester in June, and is now a postdoctoral researcher at the Rochester Institute of Technology where he is working on multiple projects designed to support and measure cultural change in graduate physics programs. His prior work has focused on several other key issues in physics graduate education, ranging from the use of GRE scores in admissions to investigating how physics graduate students find research groups.Dr. Heather Lewandowski, University of
program [20]-[22].What classroom elements are associated with the challenges students with NADs face?Our students commented on numerous classroom preferences regarding course structure whichhighlighted both positive and negative perceptions of academic practices. These preferencesspanned long-term projects, group work, quizzes/exams, independent assignments, andassignment frequency. Overall, positive and negative perceptions of course structures variedacross disability types (cognitive and/or emotional). One exception was group work, where astrong split was observed between disability types: students with cognitive disabilities foundgroup work to be overwhelmingly positive, while students with emotional disabilities foundgroup work to be
to operate in a virtual environment, thusreducing required hardware, and minimizing the risks that come with testing actual UAVsystems. Throughout the progress of the project, a GPS spoofing script was created, incorporatedinto the ArduPilot simulation system, and tested on how effectively it is able to affect themovement of the UAV. This simulation will help in creating a framework to help detect a GPSspoof attack as well as allow us to understand the effects of a GPS spoof on a UAV. In addition tothis, we evaluate the extent to which a remote attacker is able to exert control over a UAVthrough GPS spoofing.IntroductionGPS technology has become essential for the functioning of numerous autonomous systems suchas drones, self-driving cars
guiding this project is: How do institutional policies andindividual experiences shape the tenure process for early-career engineering faculty at R1institutions? This paper concentrates explicitly on the policy discourse analysis part. It focuseson two engineering schools in the Big Ten Conference. The selection of these institutions wasdeliberate, as they aligned with the origins of participants from the narrative portion of thebroader research project. To protect the identity and confidentiality of the participants,pseudonyms have been assigned to the institutions throughout this study; they will be referred toas the Northern Lakes University and the Silver Creek Polytechnic Institute.The data for this study are from an analysis of 15
design, production planning and control, production Jackson et. al. GAI in projections and more robust and resilient Walmart; Maersk; DHL; strategy, quality management, revenue management, (2024) [19] general SC; enhanced customer experience; more Instacart sales and operations planning, scheduling and robust and effective decision-making. routing, sourcing strategy, supply chain design
demands while fostering critical thinking andproblem-solving skills. Barbosa et al. [6] propose a framework utilizing Python, Raspberry Pi,and MEMS sensors to create affordable, user-friendly systems for teaching physics andengineering. Their approach enables hands-on projects that seamlessly integrate theoreticallearning with practical experimentation. Collectively, these studies underscore the value ofsensor technology in making education more interactive, accessible, and aligned with real-worldapplications.Ramírez et al. [7] demonstrate how accelerometer data can be used to calculate an object’s speedand position through numerical integration techniques such as the Riemann sum and thetrapezoidal rule. These applications transform abstract
research interests are in biomicrofluidics as well as engineering education. Her recent projects have emphasized mentorship of women and underrepresented students and creating engaging learning environments that promote students’ sense of belonging, persistence, and success in engineering.Dr. Sebastian Dziallas, University of the Pacific Sebastian Dziallas is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of the Pacific. He previously served as a founding faculty member at Fulbright University in Vietnam. He received a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Kent and a B.S. in Engineering from Olin College of Engineering. His research interests in computing education research include using
assignments for college students, and active learning. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Designing and Developing Summer K-12 STEM Outreach Programs Through a Tenure-Track Faculty’s PerspectiveAbstractWhile projected science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) job employment increasesof 10% are expected by 2033, the number of trained professionals is not expected to keep upwith that demand. In 2025, it is projected to include 3.5 million new STEM related jobs.However, the current workforce is not qualified to completely fill those new positions. As aresult, it is imperative that we reach K-12 students in STEM fields to inspire and educatestudents to pursue STEM related fields
with students one-on-one to help them navigate challengesthey may face. The SEED program seeks to achieve these same goals in a more cost-effectivemanner through the counseling facilitators, the part-time administrator, the industry mentors, andfaculty mentors who are assigned to each of the students.Program evaluation and outcomesThe external evaluator for the project administers a survey upon the students’ entry to the SEEDprogram with follow-up surveys and focus groups conducted annually thereafter. These methodsseek feedback from the scholars about program activities, while also tracking the evolution of thestudents’ STEM identity and self-efficacy. Here we report on student opinions on the impact ofthe different core elements of the SEED
advanced tools, such as theHusky A2000 UGV, stereo cameras, LIDAR, GPS, IMUs, and manipulators, to provide real-timeupdates and precise predictions. Furthermore, it employs machine vision techniques and digitalsensors such as the Reyke Soil Moisture Tester for continuous monitoring and responsive action.This project demonstrates how AI can transform agriculture to meet global food needs and fos-ter innovative thinking for engineers. By combining theory and practice to empower engineers toaddress critical agricultural challenges through innovative solutions.Keywords: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Agriculture, Computation Intelligence, ML.1. IntroductionAgriculture is among those things that form the backbone of the economic development of anation
assignments,these findings can help teams refine their preparation, enhance theircompetitiveness, and improve overall program effectiveness.Objective and motivationChildren and young adults are increasingly drawn to robotics because it combines creativity,problem-solving, and hands-on learning. By building and programming robots, they apply theirknowledge to real-world projects and develop technical skills in coding, math, science, andengineering disciplines. This hands-on experience sparks curiosity about science, technology,engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and prepares children for future STEM-related careers,equipping them with the tools to succeed in electrical engineering, computer engineering, andmechanical engineering [1-3].Besides the
University and a M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. Among other awards for her research, she was awarded a National Science Foundation CAREER Award in 2022 to study epistemic negotiations on interdisciplinary engineering education research teams.Aaron Livingston Alexander, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York Aaron is a third-year undergraduate student at the University at Buffalo working towards his Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering. He has assisted in several qualitative research projects during his time at the university. Aaron also serves as a student ambassador of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion for the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Paper ID #48395Course Material or External Factors?: Assessing Student Perceptions thatImpede Learning in Engineering EducationDr. Eleazar Marquez, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Eleazar Marquez is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.Dr. Samuel Garcia Jr., NASA OSTEM Dr. Samuel Garcia Jr. serves as a NASA Project Coordinator at Kennedy Space Center. Dr. GarcAa ˜ helps facilitate professional development to both formal and informal STEM educators utilizing NASA resources. ©American Society for
and roof work-related injuries, presented at major conferences like the ASC Annual International Conference. Professionally, Rownoak has worked as a Quality Control Engineer and Inspector of Works on key infrastructure projects, including the Hazrat Shahjalal 3rd Terminal Extension and Purbachal Elevated Expressway. His responsibilities included construction supervision, quality control, and project monitoring.MD ABU NAEEM KHANDr. Rachel Mosier, Oklahoma State University Dr. Rachel Mosier is an Associate Professor at Oklahoma State University, with a background in structural engineering and construction project management. Dr. Mosier has received regional and international teaching awards through the Associated
Paper ID #47776Development of Digital Laboratory Modules Using Computer Simulation ForEnhanced Learning Experience in Manufacturing EducationDr. Md Fashiar Rahman, University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Md Fashiar Rahman is an Assistant Professor of the Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering (IMSE) Department at The University of Texas at El Paso. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Computational Science Program. He has years of research experience in different projects in the field of image data mining, machine learning, deep learning, and computer simulation for industrial and healthcare applications. In addition, Dr
Paper ID #48949Cultivating Community and Confidence Through the Thesis Writers RetreatAllyce Horan, Colorado School of Mines Allyce Horan is a Teaching Associate Professor in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Department at the Colorado School of Mines and former Director of the Writing Center. Allyce’s interdisciplinary background includes a B.A. in History & French and an M.A. in History. Her current research projects include understanding how individual STEM disciplines discuss and categorize concepts of ”good” writing, methods to cultivate community for STEM graduate students, and writing across the curriculum
to be STEM strong in knowledge and skills. She is an assistant professor at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and serves as the director for the University of Texas El Paso’s YES! She Can and STEMShine programs.Victor Manuel Garcia Jr., Victor Garcia is a doctoral student at The University of Texas at El Paso and a research assistant of the Yes She Can program from the College of Education. His research topics are in the areas of characterization and design of pavement materials, civilMs. Sarah Huizar, University of Texas at El Paso Sarah Huizar is a Program Manager for UTEP’s Center for Research in Engineering and Technology Education (CREATE). She works across grants as a mentor and project coordinator
education sector, managing and leading programs of high academic recognition and international positioning. 10 years of business experience in financial and administrative areas, leading organizational change management processesMILTON JANUARIO RUEDA, Ean University Statistician, specialist in financial analysis and management, Master in Statistics, and Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Konstanz, Germany. Research professor – Director of Doctoral Programs at Ean University, with over 25 years of experience in data analysis. Extensive teaching experience at various universities, speaker, and consultant for project development in public and private sector organizations. Specialist in advanced information analysis
confident that ChatGPT's solution is correct?" If they identifiedany errors in ChatGPT’s solution, they were instructed to circle the incorrect parts and briefly theexplain the issues with the provided solution.Students in Statics were additionally instructed to utilize AI tools with image-processingcapabilities to tackle two challenging problems, such as creating shear force and bending momentdiagrams for a beam under various loads as a class project. They then compared their solutionswith those generated by the AI. Following this exercise, students were asked to identifydiscrepancies between their responses and the AI-generated results and reflect on the AI'sperformance. This activity provided them with valuable knowledge and deeper insights into
overall themes that were present in the literature.ResultsThe literature searches produced results from multiple publications across several disciplines.The most common journals that published articles on the management of evidence synthesis andsystematic review services were College & Research Libraries (3), Health Information &Libraries Journal (8), Journal of Academic Librarianship (8), Journal of Librarianship andInformation Science (3), Medical Reference Services Quarterly (6), and Journal of the MedicalLibrary Association (19), which published the greatest number of articles on this topic. Counts ofarticles by publication or by database are not included as the authors did not do a systematicreview of the literature in this project