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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

PS. Dhanasekaran

weakening of students' writing and criticaland centers for pedagogical sciences. Commitment to thinking skills. The ethics of learning analytics furtherlifelong learning should be encouraged by recognizing it involves issues like privacy, data management, andas a career development component for engineering consent. A major challenge in deploying AI in educationeducators. Most lifelong learning courses in universities is training educators of higher education and engineeringfocus on pedagogical resources, common computer to keep pace with technological advancements.software, tools for e-learning and blended learning, basic Additionally, concerns persist about AI replacingprogramming and language

Collection

2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Alex Peebles

obtained from physical systems. emphasized through validating computer simulation results atPrevious authors have described adding experimental projects to specific time points. Student feedback shows that studentsan introductory dynamics course, where students measured believe CAD simulations helps them understand problems,kinematics of physical systems using video data and increases their level of preparedness for their career, and thataccelerometers, and compared the resulting outcomes to they have a medium-high level of confidence for tackingpredictions made based on the theory presented in the course [7]. dynamics-based problems with hand calculations and computerI think

Collection

2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

Authors

Elin Jensen, Lawrence Technological University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

-Framework_Quickstart-Activity-Guide_2023.pdf Accessed 12.27.24[6] https://www.asce.org/communities/institutes-and-technical-groups/sustainability/sustainability-roadmap Accessed 12.27.24[7] https://www.abet.org/accreditation/accreditation-criteria/criteria-for-accrediting-engineering-programs-2024- 2025/ Accessed 12.27.24[8] https://www.asce.org/-/media/asce-images-and-files/career-and-growth/educators/documents/civil-engineering- program-criteria-commentary---feb-2024.pdf Accessed 12.27.24[9] Buildings & Infrastructure Priority Actions for Sustainability, Embodied Carbon – Concrete. Reference: 07762000-RP-SUS-0003. (2023) https://www.istructe.org/IStructE/media/Public/Resources/ARUP-Embodied- carbon

Conference Session

Understanding the Student Experience in Mechanics Courses

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Milad Rezvani Rad, University of Southern Indiana; Julian Ly Davis, University of Southern Indiana

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

Engineering at the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville, Indiana. He received his PhD in 2007 from Virginia Tech in Engineering Mechanics where he studied the vestibular organs in the inner ear using finite element models and vibration analyses. After graduating, he spent a semester teaching at a local community college and then two years at University of Massachusetts (Amherst) studying the biomechanics of biting in bats and monkeys, also using finite element modeling techniques. In 2010, he started his career teaching in all areas of mechanical engineering at the University of Southern Indiana. He loves teaching all of the basic mechanics courses, and of course his Vibrations and Finite Element Analysis courses

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 2: Designing Creativity - Innovation Through First-Year Maker Projects

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rui Li, New York University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

same amount of organization andaccountability as larger, multifaceted ones in college. Students may not be familiar with projectmanagement software or tools such as Trello, Asana, or Gantt charts, which are commonly usedto track project progress. While first-year students may have fundamental organizationalabilities, they still need to learn risk assessment, stakeholder communication, and disputeresolution. All those advanced skills could be introduced by the instructors in the recitation.To sum up, a streamline engineering design course with entrepreneurial focus was developed tohelp students understand engineering applications and develop essential skills in preparation fortheir future careers. During this course, the students were able to

Conference Session

Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation in STEM

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nina D Miville, University of Miami

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

study to highlight engineering and civic engagement.The other question to consider is whether civic engagement in the engineering classroom helpswith diversity in STEM. To improve diversity in STEM to underrepresented groups you need toprovide opportunities for engagement and participation of these groups. The underrepresentedgroups need to be exposed to the possibility of careers in STEM. For engineering students tomake this connection, assignments and projects need to require the civic engagement component.Action requires intent which hopefully translates into change.At the end of the semester, we will once again administer the same reflection question, “TheProject Management Course is also considered a Civic Engagement Course. Please reflect

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 11: Shaping Engineers - Competency, Creativity, and Iteration in the First Year

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gayoung Kim, Northwestern University; Chamille Lescott, Northwestern University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

, pp. 371–392, 2021, doi: 10.1002/jee.20391.[13] M. J. Miller et al., “Pursuing and Adjusting to Engineering Majors: A Qualitative Analysis,” Journal of Career Assessment, vol. 23, no. 1, pp. 48–63, Feb. 2015, doi: 10.1177/1069072714523084.[14] A. Balkeran, “Hustle Culture and the Implications for Our Workforce,” Student Theses and Dissertations, Jun. 2020, [Online]. Available: https://academicworks.cuny.edu/bb_etds/101[15] F. Bellini and V. Lomazzi, “Changing Work Values: Beyond Hustle Culture,” sociologia, vol. 56, no. 6, pp. 555–580, Dec. 2024, doi: 10.31577/sociologia.2024.56.6.20.[16] S. Chen and N. Lin, “Culture, productivity and competitiveness: disentangling the concepts,” Cross Cultural & Strategic Management

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mahdi Agheli, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Gregory C. Lewin, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Andre Rosendo, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Vincent A Aloi, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

algorithm development. Each topic is introduced through robotics-centric examples, ensuring students understand the relevance of these concepts to their field. For example, loops and conditionals are taught in the context of controlling robotic actuators, while data structures are introduced through applications like pathfinding algorithms.Through these innovative components, the course equips students with not only the technicalproficiency required for advanced robotics courses but also the confidence to apply these skills incollaborative, real-world settings. This comprehensive approach ensures that students arewell-prepared to meet the demands of both their academic progression and future careers inrobotics engineering.The

Conference Session

ME Division 6: Innovative Simulation and Extended Reality Techniques

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rajesh Bhaskaran, Cornell University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

-time Problem Based LearningBelow we describe how the above black box framework leads to a uniform solution process thatconnects theory to applications across applications and subject areas. This process helps studentsrepeatedly practice the same expert-like approach to simulations across courses, helping tointernalize it and carry it forth into their careers. We begin with a problem statement where wedescribe the geometry, material properties and boundary conditions as well as the desired outputssuch as the displacement field and factor of safety in solid mechanics. The problem can involvea simple geometry with an analytical solution such as a bar in extension or a realistic geometrysuch as those shown in Figures 1 and 2.The first step in the

Conference Session

International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shazib Z Vijlee, University of Portland

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Diversity

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International Division (INTL)

literature and refine prompts to analyze globalization's positive and negative impacts, identify essential skills for global engineers, and emphasize ethical considerations and cultural awareness. This will guide students in exploring globalization's complexities and their role in a globalized engineering profession.Conclusion and DiscussionThis project set out to improve student’s perceptions and preparedness for the global nature ofthe engineering profession.The most significant conclusion is that our students explored their interests. The topics theychose were fundamentally related to their interests or future career interests. The variety andspecificity of topics indicate that our students’ curiosities are rampant when given a chance

Conference Session

Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deana Delp, Arizona State University

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

careers [8].Recent business education models further highlight the importance of teamwork, criticalthinking, and real-world applications in modern education systems [9,10]. By presentingstudents with realistic challenges, gamification gives them decision-making capabilities that areessential in professional environments. Compared to conventional teaching methods, game-basedstrategies have demonstrated a higher success rate in achieving learning objectives [11].In alignment with these findings, the primary focus of this research was to investigate howstrategy-based activities supported learning and motivation in an engineering project class. Thisapproach aims to improve the learning process and outcomes [12]. Additionally, strategy-basedactivities

Conference Session

ME Division 6: Innovative Simulation and Extended Reality Techniques

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Osama Desouky, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Marwa AbdelGawad, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

futurechallenges in their academic and professional careers. By actively involving students in the project, theinitiative not only advances their technical and conceptual understanding but also contributes to thedevelopment of an innovative educational resource that aligns with the objectives of engineeringpedagogy.VII. Preliminary ResultsAs part of an undergraduate Statics course, students were assigned a project to design, build, and analyzea crane using the PASCO Advanced Structures Kit. The project aimed to strengthen their understanding offundamental statics concepts, including force analysis, equilibrium, and internal forces. Students wererequired to submit a comprehensive design report, deliver a presentation, and provide an

Conference Session

Disability in Engineering Programs (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 3)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel Figard, University of Georgia

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

success inengineering undergraduate programs. 7References[1] A. E. Slaton, “Body? What body? Considering ability and disability in STEM disciplines,” inProc. ASEE Annu. Conf. Expo., Atlanta, GA, USA, Jun. 2013.[2] K. Sang, T. Calvard, and J. Remnant, “Disability and academic careers: Using the socialrelationship model to reveal the role of human resource management practices in creatingdisability,” Work Employ. Soc., vol. 36, no. 4, pp. 722–740, 2022.[3] R. Figard, S. Brunhaver, and J. Bekki, “‘It is so exhausting to constantly have to explain topeople’: Exploring the effects of faculty interactions on disabled students,” in Proc. ASEE Annu.Conf. Expo

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Persistence, Outcomes and Barriers for Women in Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margaret B. Bailey Ph.D., P.E., Rochester Institute of Technology (COE); Carol Elizabeth Marchetti, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE); Jessica C Bennett, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities; Iris V. Rivero Ph.D., University of Florida; Gloria L. Blackwell, American Association of University Women (AAUW)

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those ofthe author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.References[1] J.-G. Naud, “A history of benchmarking faculty salaries at RIT,” Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, USA, May 2007. [Online]. Available: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19TsA1nrYIY6rVwVgQeLGCPSLqmZEFm6T/view[2] M. Bailey, S. Baum, S. Mason, J. Mozrall, and M. Valentine, “RIT EFFORT career life survey. Establishing the foundation for future organizational reform and transformation: ADVANCE EFFORT@RIT,” Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, USA, October 2009. [Online]. Available: https://drive.google.com

Conference Session

Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - AI and Digital Futures in Design Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catalina Aranzazu-Suescun, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott; Luis Felipe Zapata-Rivera, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

that can serve as a foundation forcreating an undergraduate engineering curriculum tailored to different engineering programs. Theproposed content can also be used to define a sequence of courses for a minor in Cyber-InformedEngineering, applicable to various engineering fields. As previously mentioned, the focus will beon undergraduate engineering fields that deal with software or physical machinery, such assoftware, computer, electrical, mechanical, and aerospace engineering, among others.IntroductionWith advances in technology and the increasing integration of the Internet into more aspects ofour daily lives, cybersecurity has become an important topic that should be taught in every career,regardless of the field of work. Attackers are

Conference Session

ME Division 12: Innovative Approaches to Thermodynamics

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles L. Keesee, University of Jamestown

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

multifaceted design project thisassignment was also used to help assess the junior level students’ progress towards meeting theABET program outcomes.Introduction Engineers seek to design new things. To help train upcoming engineers to successfullyaccomplish this, engineering faculty are always looking for new ways to invigorate their studentsand let them see how the material they are learning in class will be applied to their future careers,as discussed by Svensson [1]. While taking an idea from initial concept to a finished workingprototype is ultimately the goal, this is not always practical or feasible. This would requireintegrating material learned in most of the courses in the engineering curriculum to fullyaccomplish. This culmination of

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 1

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rania Al-Hammoud, MpowerU Training & Consultancy Inc.; Hyekyung Lee, University of Waterloo

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE)

more analytical perspective, AE studentsmust apply mechanics within the constraints of architectural design, safety regulations, andsustainability goals. Therefore, aligning OBA with these unique educational needs ensures thatAE students can bridge the gap between conceptual understanding and real-world application.Outcomes-based assessment (OBA) in higher education aims to enhance student learning,engagement, and teaching by focusing on developing key competencies, skills, and knowledgerelevant to future careers. It emphasizes outcomes and provides students with practicalexperience that prepares them to succeed in workplace environments. OBA focuses onevaluating whether students have achieved predetermined learning outcomes

Conference Session

DSAI Technical Session 5: Educational Technology and Innovative Tools

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Handan Liu, Northeastern University

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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Constituent Committee

five years, it isshown that the students have a very high evaluation of my teaching, which can be confirmed bythe following TRACE data analysis: Semesters TRACE Teaching Effectiveness 2020-Spring 4.6 2020-Summer 5.0 2020-Fall 3.8 2021-Spring 4.9 2021-Fall 5.0 2022-Spring 4.9 2022-Fall 4.5 2023-Fall 4.8 2024-Spring 4.8 2024-Fall 4.6Furthermore, graduates have reported success in applying the skills learned to: • Research career paths in academia: for graduate students, this can make them stand out when

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John William Hassell, OU Polytechnic Institute; Christopher Freeze, The University of Oklahoma; Ahmed Ashraf Butt, The University of Oklahoma; H. Glen McGowan III, Google; William Ray Freeman

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

business. Before that, he was at Dell Technologies, where he led cross functional teams developing cutting-edge hardware and automation products for large fortune 500 companies and drove technology acceleration through merger and acquisition. Glen started his career at Verizon, where he played a key role in product steering, new technology adoption, technical design and automation of global network systems.William Ray Freeman ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 WIP: Democratizing Generative AI Quiz Creation: Accelerating Assessment Development in Engineering Education John Hassell Christopher Freeze Ahmed Butt

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ahmed Ashraf Butt, University of Oklahoma; Saira Anwar, Texas A&M University; Asefeh Kardgar, Texas A&M University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

do.It should have an action or outcome for the students to achieve. Measurable: The objectiveshould include measurable indicators of success. This means identifying how students' progressor achievement will be tracked or assessed. Achievable: The objective should be realistic andachievable, given the students' existing knowledge level and the time available for the course.Relevant: The objective should be meaningful and connected to the student's overall goals,career aspirations, or the course's long-term objectives. Time-bound: The objective should havea clear timeline or deadline, specifying when students are expected to complete or achieve theobjective.An example of a LO for an introductory class that teaches to program using MATLAB would

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ria Madan, Texas A&M University; Hadear Ibrahim Hassan, Texas A&M University; M Cynthia Hipwell, Texas A&M University; Astrid Layton, Texas A&M University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

Foundation engineering education grant to develop a culture of and tools for iterative experimentation and continuous improvement in curriculum development.Dr. Astrid Layton, Texas A&M University Astrid Layton is an assistant professor and Donna Walker Faculty Fellow at Texas A&M University in Mechanical Engineering. She received her Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. She is interested in bio-inspired system design problems and was a 2024 NSF CAREER award winner based on this work. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work in progress: Examining the network growth strategies of early-stage

Conference Session

Poster Session-Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ze Yang, University Of Toronto; Hamid S Timorabadi P.Eng., University of Toronto

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

labs, students are typically restricted by two to threehours of lab time, often leaving insufficient time to explore beyond the core lab assignments.With the Remote FPGA Lab, students can experiment with course concepts at their own pace,ensuring equitable access to hands-on FPGA experience regardless of geographic location. Thissystem enhances students’ technical skills and better prepares them for careers in fields requiringcustom hardware solutions. The initial evaluation of the system has shown promising results. Apilot study with a group of students is conducted with valuable feedback, which is used toenhance the system’s design. In the current semester, students in the digital systems course usethe Remote FPGA Lab, and their feedback is

Conference Session

Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicholas Hendricks, Heidelberg Instruments Nano AG; Tanisha Gupta, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Emine Cagin, Heidelberg Instruments Nano AG; Brett Michael Mann, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Sophia Reynolds, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Nancy Burnham, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; John Andrew DePalma, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Carolina Ruiz, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI); Jeffrey Solomon, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Jonas Vergés

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

AG, where the NanoFrazor is developed and supported. She has many years of experience in nanofabrication, through her research and product development work throughout her career. She is enthusiastic about making nanofabrication accessible to students and researchers of many backgrounds.Brett Michael Mann, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Brett Mann is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), with concentrations in Computer Engineering and RF Engineering. As part of his studies, Brett has worked on several projects, including a research collaboration with Heidelberg Instruments Nano AG, aimed at demystifying nanofabrication and

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

single institution so results may not be generalizable tocivil engineering students more broadly. Future research in this area could help to further refineour understanding of civil engineering students’ perceptions of engineering design. Conductinglongitudinal studies or similar studies of midcareer students would provide a more detailedpicture of the ways in which definitions of design change across a students’ course career. Doingso with additional attention dedicated to past and concurrent course work as well as co-op andinternship experience might help to surface and solidify connections between student responsesand educational and work experiences. Finally, the definition of engineering design in the ABETcriteria is one of several that

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jinyi Jiang, Nanyang Technological University; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education Division (COED)

, greatly enriched my learning experience and made this research journey ameaningful one.ReferencesCapital One Tech. (2025, April 3). Advancing AI research: industry & academia collaborations. Capital One. https://www.capitalone.com/tech/ai/ai-research-industry-academia/Allen, L. K., & Kendeou, P. (2023). ED-AI Lit: An Interdisciplinary Framework for AI Literacy in Education. Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences, 11(1), 3–10. https://doi.org/10.1177/23727322231220339Cadaret, M. C., Hartung, P. J., Subich, L. M., & Weigold, I. K. (2016). Stereotype threat as a barrier to women entering engineering careers. Journal of Vocational Behavior, 99, 40–51. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvb

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michaela Harper, Utah State University; Cassandra J McCall, Utah State University; Daniel Kane, Utah State University; Wade H Goodridge, Utah State University; Linda Davis Ahlstrom, Utah State University; Oenardi Lawanto, Utah State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

Co-Director of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Transition Services. In 2024, Dr. McCall received a National Science Foundation CAREER grant to identify systemic opportunities for increasing the participation of people with disabilities in engineering. Her award-winning publications have been recognized by leading engineering education research journals at both national and international levels. Dr. McCall has led several workshops promoting the inclusion of people with disabilities and other minoritized groups in STEM. She holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in civil engineering with a structural engineering emphasis.Daniel Kane, Utah State University Daniel Kane is a third-year Ph.D. student in the department of

Conference Session

Energy Conversion, Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan William Ross, Drexel University; Karen Miu Miller, Drexel University; Christopher Wayne Peters, Drexel University

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Diversity

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Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE), Energy Conversion

sector is experiencing a revival in interest toward nuclear power as an attractivecompromise between fossil fuels and renewables, particularly to address concerns about energyindependence and carbon emissions. Conceptually, nuclear engineering fundamentals arechallenging to teach to undergraduates as it requires a multi-disciplinary approach. Yet, it is afield that continues to power much of the world. Therefore, there is a continued need to educateengineering students in the field of nuclear power; and this paper presents a software emulationtool for nuclear power plant design. Engineering undergraduates can use the platform to explorefundamental nuclear engineering concepts and better prepare themselves for careers in andaround nuclear power

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Barbrow, University of Michigan; Kelly Durkin Ruth, United States Naval Academy; Amber Janssen, California State University Maritime Academy; Christina Mayberry, University of California San Diego; Sarah Over, Virginia Tech; Sarah Parker, University of British Columbia, Vancouver

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

“socialaspect of learning” in librarianship and as librarians advance in their careers they become moreinvolved in communities beyond their institution and will readily connect with colleaguesoutside of their institution, informally building a community. “[T]hese communities can be veryvaluable sources of learning” [2]. This shared expertise, according to Belzowski, Ladwig &Miller [5] and Spicer [7], encourages collaboration amongst the group members and allows forreflection on their practice that can spur on new ideas and deepen subject expertise. This is whatBelzowski et al. [5] mean when they suggest that a CoP develops and sustains a “professionalidentity.”There is no template for CoPs. Each CoP should determine their own goals and objectives

Conference Session

WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Casey Eaton, The University of Alabama in Huntsville; Bryan Mesmer, The University of Alabama in Huntsville

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

repeating the activity is providedfor teachers and practitioners. This paper explores the development of the “Pack for Space”activity.IntroductionEngineering outreach activities seek to increase interest in engineering as a future career [1].Outreach activities outside of school have been shown to be effective in increasing engagementin Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) [2]. Outreach activities are important asnot all schools have access to STEM coursework and after school STEM programs have beenshown to be more expensive than non-STEM programs [3]. STEM outreach involves andimpacts many different groups including the students themselves, administrators, outreachproviders, parents and guardians, universities, K-12 schools

Conference Session

WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erik Schettig, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Marissa Franzen, North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

, encouragingconstructive feedback and collaborative refinement. The STEL practices prepare students forsuccess in STEM careers, promoting resilience and adaptability in the face of evolvingworkplace technological demands. Educators can encourage students to develop skills essentialfor technological and engineering literacy, such as appropriate communication practices, criticalthinking, effective collaboration, and the ability to adapt to challenges by integrating designnotebooks into pre-college engineering education curricula.Method This work-in-progress qualitative study explores the use of physical and digitalengineering notebooks through a convenience sample of 24 students enrolled in a technology,engineering, and design education course. The course