Conference Session

Assessment of Engineering Leadership Development

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lawrence Holloway, University of Kentucky; Thomas Ward Lester, University of Kentucky; Joseph Anthony Colella, University of Kentucky College of Engineering

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Diversity

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Engineering Leadership Development

the UK campus. This program provides over 550 engineering students annually the unique opportunity to reside in a specifically allocated residential hall to house these highly motivated academic scholars. Students are provided STEM-focused study/review sessions, career programming, and specialized opportunities to further their engineering/computer science journey. Tony also provides guidance and direction to the Scholars in Engineering And Management (SEAM) honors pathway allowing students the option to com- plete their honors requirements through a defined curriculum combining engineering and business focused course work. Lastly, Tony provides administrative and logistical support to the Dean’s Leadership course

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First-year Programs Division Postcard Session 2: Identity and Sense of Belonging

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter Golding, University of Texas, El Paso; Celena Arreola, University of Texas, El Paso; Mike Thomas Pitcher, University of Texas, El Paso; Crystal Fernandez-Pena, University of Texas, El Paso; Helen Elizabeth Geller, University of Texas, El Paso; Giselle Andrade, STEMGrow; Diane Elisa Golding, University of Texas, El Paso; Hector Erick Lugo Nevarez, University of Texas, El Paso; Pedro Arturo Espinoza, University of Texas, El Paso; Hugo Gomez, University of Texas, El Paso; Herminia Hemmitt, University of Texas, El Paso; Melissa Stearns

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

EduGuide systems.As a key component of our work in STEMGROW [4], this technology-driven application is anevidence-based online training program aimed at strengthening non-cognitive, core learningskills for students from middle schools to college grade level. It is introduced as acommunications mechanism to facilitate mentoring and grow student awareness and mindset.Supported by Duckworth’s research, EduGuide [2] asserts that: “A student’s level of grit — the measurable ability to focus on long term goals and overcome obstacles along the way — is a better predictor of success in school and careers than IQ.”EduGuide is a comprehensive nonprofit program that includes: A web-based app students and staff

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Investigating Instructional Strategies

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Pringle, Vantage College, University of British Columbia; Gabriel Potvin, University of British Columbia, Vancouver

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

crucial to a successful career inengineering, many students, perceiving these skills as “non-technical”, attach relatively littleimportance to their development. This paper provides a brief overview of the nature and logisticsof the partnership between technical (engineering) and language content in Vantage College, andexamines the motivation of international engineering students in these courses to developtechnical communication skills and their perception of the importance of these skills for boththeir engineering studies and subsequent career. Based on the student responses collected, thelanguage enrichment activities that were deemed most useful and valuable by students areidentified, and their tangible benefits in terms of student

Conference Session

Two-year College Potpourri

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dan G. Dimitriu, San Antonio College; Diana Carmen Dimitriu, University of Texas at San Antonio

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Diversity

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Two-Year College

, which ispreparing students for their big game after graduation, part advisor, which will help them choosethe right courses for their career path, part trainer, which is meant to improve their skills, partcounselor, which will help them in hard times, part cheerleader, to celebrate their successes and,above everything else, to be a role model. Since most of our students transfer to the engineering program at University of Texas atSan Antonio, it would be extremely beneficial to observe how the mentoring helps the transferstudent succeed at a four years institution. The paper will present the details, the actions, and the results of this initiative as a work inprogress that is continuously adapting and improving as required by the new

Conference Session

Two-year College Potpourri

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ali Zilouchian, Florida Atlantic University; Nancy Romance, Florida Atlantic University; Dana Hamadeh, Palm Beach State College; Annie Laurie Myers, Broward College; Michael Vitale, East Carolina University

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Diversity

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Two-Year College

Unlock Regional Excellence(CAPTURE) program sponsored by the Florida Board of Governor (BOG) and addressescurriculum mapping and articulation to support student degree completion in computer scienceand engineering programs. Specifically highlighted as part of the transfer model are curriculumalignment and mapping, degree-specific “flight” plans, and program-geared advising. Thecollected data validates the effectiveness of the proposed model in increasing both the studentpipeline, and graduation rates. The process has also deepened our understanding of the needs ofstudents to better align student careers aspirations with industry workforce needs. Theeffectiveness of the collaborative model could be replicated among other institutions interested

Conference Session

PCEE Biomedical Engineering

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Locke Davenport Huyer, University of Toronto; Neal I. Callaghan, University of Toronto; Rami Saab, University of Toronto; Daniel Smieja, University of Toronto; Andrew Effat; Dawn M. Kilkenny, University of Toronto

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Pre-College Engineering Education

Science. She serves as faculty supervisor for the Discovery initiative and is program co-director for the Igniting Youth Curiosity in STEM Program. Dawn was a 2017 Early Career Teaching Award recipient at U of T and was named the 2016 Wighton Fellow for excellence in development and teaching of laboratory-based courses in Canadian UG engineering programs. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018IBBME Discovery: Biomedical engineering-based iterative learning in a high school STEM curriculum (Evaluation)Davenport Huyer, L.1, Callaghan, N.I.1, Smieja, D.1*, Saab, R.1*, Effat, A. 1, Kilkenny, D.M.1Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto.*These

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Middle School Students' Engineering Identity, Efficacy, Attitudes, and Perceptions

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica D. Gale, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jeremy Lingle, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sunni Haag Newton, Georgia Institute of Technology; Roxanne A. Moore, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jeffrey H. Rosen, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Pre-College Engineering Education

Paper ID #21694Developing Engineering Proficiency and Self-Efficacy Through a Middle SchoolEngineering Course (Fundamental)Dr. Jessica D. Gale, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Jessica Gale is a Research Scientist II at Georgia Tech’s Center for education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC). Her research focuses on and often connects a range of topics within STEM/STEAM education including, engineering and STEM integration at the elementary and mid- dle grades levels, project-based learning across STEM disciplines, college and career readiness, design- based implementation research, and STEM student

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Undergraduate Track - Technical Session VII

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2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

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Carlotta A. Berry, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Janice Fenn, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

technicaleducation relates to their future career goals. In addition, students who receive and are successfulin these experiences are better able to overcome the marginalization and isolation that is inherentin current STEM programs, and are better positioned to mentor and support other URMs tosuccessfully complete their course of study. Roper [3] states that students that attend a HistoricallyBlack College (HBCU) are more likely to earn a STEM degree because of these pre-existingstructures of community and support. Gandara, et al. [4] also found that minority engineering programs and/or universities thatare more highly effective were typically smaller. However, because of their smaller size, theseprograms may not be able to create a critical mass of

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2018 ASEE Zone IV Conference

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Ryan Yedinak, Cañada College; Oskar Granados, Canada College; Vincent Vu Thanh Tran, San Jose State University; Moises Arturo Vieyra, Canada College; Alec William Maxwell, San Francisco State University; Amelito G Enriquez, Canada College; Wenshen Pong P.E., San Francisco State University; Cheng Chen, San Francisco State University; Kwok Siong Teh, San Francisco State University; Xiaorong Zhang, San Francisco State University; Hamid Mahmoodi, San Francisco State University; Hao Jiang, San Francisco State University; Zhaoshuo Jiang P.E., San Francisco State University

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Diversity

Ames Research Center where he helped design and build autonomous and non-autonomous rovers, and San Francisco State University where he aided in research to develop a system for using acoustic sensors for structural health monitoring.Mr. Oskar Granados, Canada College Oskar Granados is currently a sophomore at Canada College in Redwood City, majoring in Electrical Engineering. His research interests include general engineering, renewable energy (energy preservation), astrophysics, waste management, the smart grid, and structural analysis. Over time, he hopes to get involved in the engineering industry workforce, research and development, and pursuit a teaching career to pass on the tradition of American

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2018 ASEE Zone IV Conference

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Ryan Carroll, Canada College; Brian Carrozza, Canada College; Yardley Ordonez, Canada College; Edgar Sanchez, Canada College; Andres Lee, San Francisco State University; Amelito G Enriquez, Canada College; Wenshen Pong P.E., San Francisco State University; Xiaorong Zhang, San Francisco State University; Hamid Mahmoodi, San Francisco State University; Zhaoshuo Jiang P.E., San Francisco State University; Cheng Chen, San Francisco State University; Hao Jiang, San Francisco State University; Kwok Siong Teh, San Francisco State University

Paper ID #241212018 ASEE Zone IV Conference: Boulder, Colorado Mar 25Learning Assistive Device Design Through the Creation of 3D Printed Chil-dren’s Prosthetics with Augmented Grip DiversityRyan Carroll, Canada CollegeBrian Carrozza, Canada College Brian Carrozza is currently a sophomore at Ca˜nada College in Redwood City, CA, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He believes in improving the world with better design. His research interests include AI CAD for 3D drafting and super-insulated passive homes. He will pursue a career in research and design engineering where he will utilize his creativity to innovate and problem

Conference Session

Humanitarian and Sustainability in a Global Engineering Context

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Patricia Fox, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis; Charles McIntyre, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis; Brandon Sorge, Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis

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Diversity

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International

short study abroad course, called GO GREEN, on sustainable practices inbusinesses, industries and municipalities in Germany for the past 15 years. Over 150 studentshave participated in the course since its inception in 2003. A survey was conducted to determinewhat these students had ascertained from the course and to see if any of these students wereusing the skills acquired in this class in their work or daily lives. The survey, consisting of 23questions, was designed to determine how students have used the interdisciplinary subject matterof sustainability in their lives and careers after taking the course, as well as, questions about keyelements of the course. Some of the results of the survey will be discussed in thispaper

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jean Nocito-Gobel, University of New Haven; Maria-Isabel Carnasciali, University of New Haven; Christopher Martinez, University of New Haven

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

support from A Scholarship Program to Increase Retention in Engineering (ASPIRE):Improving Work-Study-Life Balance. The goal of the program was to increase retention ofsophomore and junior engineering students who show academic promise but are at risk of notcompleting their studies due to financial concerns and/or life-work-study balance issues. Inaddition to financial support, ASPIRE provided scholarship recipients with opportunities toparticipate in activities that contribute to persistence such as tutoring, faculty mentoring,conferences, presentations and career planning workshops. Sixty-one students have beenawarded scholarships in this five-year period.This paper examines the effectiveness of ASPIRE to help students alleviate financial

Conference Session

Computing & Information Technology: Curriculum and Assessment

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Predrag T. Tosic, University of Idaho; Julie Beeston, University of Idaho

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Computing and Information Technology

Paper ID #24012Designing Undergraduate Data Science Curricula: A Computer Science Per-spectiveDr. Predrag T. Tosic, University of Idaho Predrag Tosic is an early mid-career researcher with a unique mix of academic research, industrial and DOE lab R&D experiences. His research interests include AI, data science, machine learning, intelli- gent agents and multi-agent systems, cyber-physical/cyber-secure systems, distributed coordination and control, large-scale complex networks, internet-of-things/agents, and mathematical and computational models and algorithms for ”smart” transportation, energy and other grids. He is

Conference Session

Social Dialogue on Diversity and Inclusion

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Urmi Ghosh-Dastidar, New York City College of Technology and the City University of New York; Diana Samaroo, New York City College of Technology and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York; Armando Dominguez Solis; Sandie Han, New York City College of Technology

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

scholarship, (2) mandatory academic advisement, (3) career andgraduate school exploration, (4) undergraduate research or other extra-curricular opportunities,(5) cohort-strengthening high impact social support. Particular emphases are also placed onfemale and underrepresented minority (URM) students’ recruitment and retention in STEMfields.We recognize the importance of identifying strategies to employ that may potentially lead tohigher persistence of students, particularly of low-income students, in an urban STEM setting[2]. In thinking about how to best deploy resources, we formulated our multifaceted approachbased on a number of interventions that have proven to be effective. We have combined studentsupport programs and activities that saturate

Conference Session

Literature and Research Perspectives on Engineering Leadership Development

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meg Handley, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Jeffery M. Plumblee II, The Citadel; Andrew Michael Erdman, The Pennsylvania State University

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Engineering Leadership Development

Paper ID #21520The Engineering Leader of the Future: Research and PerspectivesDr. Meg Handley, Pennsylvania State University, University Park Meg Handley is currently the Associate Director for Engineering Leadership Outreach at Penn State University. Previously, Meg served as the Director of the Career & Corporate Connection’s office at the Smeal College of Business at Penn State University. Meg completed her PhD in Workforce Education at Penn State, where she focused on interpersonal behaviors and their impact on engineering leadership potential. Meg is a board certified coach with experience in developing

Conference Session

Military and Veterans Division Technical Session 2: Veteran Identity & Inclusion

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca C. Atkinson, Clemson University; Catherine Mobley, Clemson University; Catherine E. Brawner, Research Triangle Educational Consultants; Susan M. Lord, University of San Diego; Michelle M. Camacho, University of San Diego; Joyce B. Main, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Diversity

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Military and Veterans

identity, even if the women did not say that gender,per se, was salient.Our initial results offer insights into the unique experiences of women who served in the militaryand who then chose to advance their careers and education in engineering. Policies and programsfor WSVEs should account for previous military experience related to engineering, the similarmale-dominated cultures both the military and engineering fields possess, and the importance offamily- and relationship-oriented responsibilities to WSVEs.IntroductionSince Congress adopted an all-volunteer force in the late 1970’s, there has been a steady increasein the number of women serving in the United States (US) military. Active duty women currentlycomprise approximately 15% of the

Conference Session

Potpourri - Technical Session IV

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2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

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Catherine Mobley, Clemson University; Catherine E. Brawner, Research Triangle Educational Consultants; Susan M. Lord, University of San Diego; Joyce B. Main, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Michelle M. Camacho, University of San Diego

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Veterans

on the entry and experiences of FGS into Science, Technology, Engineering, andMath (STEM) majors is mixed. One study found that FGS are often not adequately informedabout STEM educational pathways and career opportunities [13]. However, according to Ma[14], students from low socioeconomic status (SES) families (measured by parental educationlevel, occupation, and income) are more likely than high SES students to choose careers that payhigher incomes, such as STEM majors. After controlling for race, ability, family income andgender, first-generation students are more likely to choose engineering than non-first-generationstudents [15], likely selecting these majors as they offer a clear and potentially stable andfinancially attractive career

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First-Generation Track - Technical Session IV

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2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Dina Verdín, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Allison Godwin, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno; Lisa Benson, Clemson University; Geoff Potvin, Florida International University

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Diversity, First Generation

research interest focuses on changing the deficit base perspective of first-generation college students by providing asset-based approaches to understanding this population. Dina is interested in understand- ing how first-generation college students author their identities as engineers and negotiate their multiple identities in the current culture of engineering.Dr. Allison Godwin, Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Allison Godwin, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University. Her research focuses what factors influence diverse students to choose engineering and stay in engineering through their careers and how different experiences within the practice and

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division Technical Session 1

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Fethiye Ozis P.E., Northern Arizona University; Sahar Razavi, Northern Arizona University; Nihal Sarikaya, Northern Arizona University

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Diversity

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Environmental Engineering

this case provided by the NASA Space Grant.The student is living minority status in three dimensions (3D) as being a woman, a first-generation college student, and a Native American studying engineering.It is fascinating to analyze how one’s environment and experiences influence their resiliency.Data will be collected on her readiness for an academic career along measures including but notlimited to understanding of the research process, skills in academic writing, self-efficacy, andcompetence in oral presentation. The case study will explore her story. What experiences shapedher determination and brought her to this level, and what benefit did she gain from NASA Spacegrant? The goal is that sharing her story will encourage others to believe

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Engineering Ethics Division Technical Session 1

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Ann Gelles, Utah State University; Idalis Villanueva, Utah State University; Marialuisa Di Stefano, Utah State University

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Diversity

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Engineering Ethics

case studies. For example, when describing the positive attributes of a productive mentoringresearch relationship in her field, Valerie (faculty participant) described the ethical mentoringprinciple of Beneficence by stating, From the mentor's standpoint, being able to either help the mentee achieve what he wants to do or might be able to help them find the people that can help them achieve their goals. And then positive attributes would be also then that the mentee is able to achieve those goals and is able to make that next step career wise or education wise of facilitating the career of that mentee, the career and educational goals of that mentee. (Valerie, Faculty, Interview #1, Line 75).Table 1. Summary

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Mathematics Division Technical Session 4

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eliza Gallagher, Clemson University; Christy Brown; D. Andrew Brown, Clemson University; Kristin Kelly Frady, Clemson University; Patrick Bass, The Citadel; Michael A. Matthews P.E., University of South Carolina; Thomas T Peters, South Carolina's Coalition for Mathematics & Science; Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Ikhalfani Solan; Ronald W. Welch P.E., The Citadel; Anand K. Gramopadhye, Clemson University

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Diversity

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Mathematics

. Kristin Kelly Frady, Clemson University Kris Frady is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Educational and Organizational Leadership and Development and Engineering and Science Education at Clemson University and Faculty Director for Clemson University Center for Workforce Development (CUCWD) and the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education Center for Aviation and Automotive Technological Education using Virtual E-Schools (CA2VES). Her research and experiences include implementation of digital learning solutions, development of career pathways including educator professional development, and analysis of economic development factors impacting education and workforce development.Dr. Patrick

Conference Session

Why Can't We Get Faculty and Students to Go Abroad?

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David B. Knight, Virginia Tech; Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech; Mayra S. Artiles , Virginia Tech; Kirsten A. Davis, Virginia Tech; Timothy Kinoshita, Virginia Tech; Diana Bairaktarova, Virginia Tech; Kacie Hodges P.E., Virginia Tech; Tamara Knott, Virginia Tech; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Tech; Marlena McGlothlin Lester, Virginia Tech ; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech; Kenneth Reid, Virginia Tech; Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., Virginia Tech

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International

M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech Dr. Matusovich is an Associate Professor in Virginia Tech’s Department of Engineering Education. She has her doctorate in Engineering Education and her strengths include qualitative and mixed methods research study design and implementation. She is/was PI/Co-PI on 10 funded research projects including a CAREER grant. She has won several Virginia Tech awards including a Dean’s Award for Outstanding New Faculty. Her research expertise includes using motivation and related frameworks to study student engagement in learning, recruitment and retention in engineering programs and careers, faculty teaching practices and intersections of motivation and learning strategies.Ms. Mayra S. Artiles

Conference Session

Creating a Positive Environment for Learning

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald W. Welch, The Citadel; Kevin C. Bower P.E., The Citadel; Robert J. Rabb P.E., The Citadel; Ally Kindel Martin, The Citadel

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering

United States Military Academy at West Point. He received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the United States Military Academy and his M.S.E. and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. His research and teaching interests are in mechatronics, regenerative power, and multidisciplinary engineering.Ally Kindel Martin, The Citadel Ally Kindel Martin is the Director of Student Success in the School of Engineering. In her position, she has worked with the Supplemental Instruction program, launched STEM Freshmen Outreach initiatives, created an Engineering Mentor Connection program, and revitalized the Engineering Career & Network- ing Expo. She holds a M.Ed. in Higher Education and

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2018 ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

Authors

Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

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Diversity

theknowledge of STEM in Elementary and Middle School students.KeywordsSTEM, Elementary, Middle, methods, technologiesIntroductionAt the elementary school level, STEM education provides an introduction to the STEM as wellas an awareness of STEM (California Department of Education, 2014). For middle schoolstudents, STEM allows students to begin the exploration of STEM-related careers. Finally, forthe high school, STEM prepares students for successful post-secondary education and beyond1.Among the four areas of the STEM, the research in technology and engineering education inelementary and middle schools is less mature because those subjects are not as commonly taughtin K-12 education. The nature and potential value of integrated K-12 STEM education are

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rose M. Marra, University of Missouri; Carolyn Plumb, Montana State University; Douglas J. Hacker

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

ability to consciously and deliberately monitor and regulate one’s knowledge, processes,and cognitive and affective states” [1]. Metacognition is key to developing self-directed learningskills that are foundational to ABET’s required “ability to be a life-long learner.” Self-directedlearning is also necessary for an effective work career, yet it is rarely integrated into engineeringeducation [2].In our IUSE NSF project, we are studying the development of metacognitive and self-directedlearning skills of students and graduates of the Iron Range Engineering program (IRE). IRE is aninnovative, problem-based-learning (PBL) engineering program in Virginia, Minnesota, wherestudents explicitly engage in activities to become aware of and develop

Conference Session

Pre-College Engineering Education Division Poster Session

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Theresa Green, Utah State University; Angela Minichiello P.E., Utah State University; Amy Wilson-Lopez, Utah State University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education

Instruction for K-12 Engineering (Work in Progress)IntroductionEfforts to diversify the engineering workforce are informed by the fact that engineeringcontinues to remain a White, male-dominated profession [1]. Underrepresented students leavescience, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs in middle school, highschool, and in undergraduate programs [2]-[4] at a disproportionate rate compared to their Whitemale colleagues.In order to broaden participation and provide equitable engineering education forunderrepresented students, better approaches are necessary to support these students’ pathwaystoward STEM careers. One approach for encouraging diverse participation in engineering isthrough disciplinary literacy instruction (DLI

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laila Guessous, Oakland University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

undergraduateresearch is one of the most effective ways to attract and retain talented undergraduate students, tomotivate them towards pursuing careers and advanced degrees in engineering and science, tohelp them feel more connected to their educational experience and to provide them with a greatersense of empowerment as learners [4-11].Since its inception in 2006, a total of 92 students from 64 different universities have taken part inthe Automotive and Energy Research and Industrial Mentorship (AERIM) REU program. Whileadvertised and open to students of all genders and ethnic backgrounds, this program has beensuccessful at recruiting a diverse pool of undergraduate students, with underrepresented groupsin engineering (women in particular) representing 70% of

Conference Session

Engagement in Practice: Engaging the Community through Educational Outreach

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ryan A Munden, Fairfield University

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Community Engagement Division

elective for allengineering students. The course successfully implements reflection practices to measureattainment of civic learning outcomes, which are essential to true service-learning courses. Arubric measures student achievement of course technical outcomes. Improved team performancedemonstrates effectiveness of the university mentors. The mentoring has a demonstrable effecton youth attitudes toward STEM education and careers. The course and mentoring resulted in85% retention of existing youth team members, plus addition of new youth from 3 additionalhigh schools, expanding the reach of the robotics team in the community. The course has alsoresulted in the university hosting a district competition, increasing STEM visibility to the

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Technical Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hadil Mustafa, California State University, Chico; Shelby Ann Freese

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

the Section President of Chico State, and the Region A Collegiate Senator. She has been involved with Society of Women Engineers for almost 4 years, accounting for her entire Undergraduate Collegiate Career. Some of Shelby’s passions include host- ing Outreach Events, such as Imagineer Day, giving back to her community through various volunteering activities, and teaching middle school girls in her A Local Outreach Program alongside Hadil Mustafa. She has won various awards, including the Region A Future Collegiate Leader Award (2017), Region A Outstanding Collegiate Leader Award (2018), and the Chico State Mac Martin Excellence in Leadership Award (2018). She has career aspirations to be in the Automotive/Racing

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 8

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Buffardi, California State University, Chico; William Zamora, Califonia State University, Chico; Colleen Robb, California State University, Chico; David Rahn, California State University, Chico

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

Research Assistant for the Chico STEM Connections Collaborative. He is majoring in Computer Information Sys- tems with a minor in Computer Science. William’s interests include Software Engineering and pursuing a career in academia.Dr. Colleen Robb, California State University, Chico Dr. Robb is an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship at California State University, Chico. She also serves as the Director for the Center for Entrepreneurship.David Rahn, California State University, Chico Mr. Rahn is a Lecturer for Strategy and Entrepreneurship and is the Director of the e-Incubator within the Center for entrepreneurship at California State University, Chico. Mr. Rahn has extensive industry back- ground with software