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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Societal Impact in Design

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Trevion S Henderson, Tufts University; Katie A. Shoemaker; Aliki E Karagiannis, Tufts University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

students’ development of sociotechnical ways of thinking, knowing,and doing in engineering [1-2]. However, scholars have critiqued common approaches tocommunity-based engineering design projects. First, while community-based engineeringdesign projects often attempt to employ participatory design strategies designed to fosterequitable participation for those historically excluded from engineering design processes [3],research on community-based engineering design project-based learning suggests theseprojects tend to be exploitative and extractive, often leaving community partner organizationsand community members without the benefits of the projects [3-7]. Thus, there is a need forengineering design educators to rethink common approaches to

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Understanding Concealable Stigmatized Identities (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 10)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Darby Rose Riley, Rowan University; Heather Malino, Rowan University; Cara Mawson, Rowan University; Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison, Rowan University

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Diversity

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

disabilities(NADs), is an ongoing challenge in engineering education. NADs—such as autism, ADHD,learning disabilities, and anxiety disorders—can impact learning and mental health, while oftenremaining “invisible” to instructors and fellow classmates. Research shows thatstudent-professor interactions significantly affect the educational experiences of students withNADs [1]-[2]. However, while STEM faculty generally express a desire to support these students[2], there still exists a gap in understanding for these instructors which can exacerbate thechallenges faced by students with NADs [1]. Given that one in five students has at least onedisability [3], understanding and improving the educational experiences of disabled students inengineering is

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 2: Student Success and Support

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University; Maryanne Long PhD, University of Texas - El Paso; Concepcion Martinez Miller, New Mexico State University

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

for STEM careers. In some cases, the responsibilities and experiences inguiding and assisting students allowed peer mentors to consider career adaptability, in whichthey refined professional goals by exploring multiple career paths in STEM. This studydemonstrates the importance of providing leadership opportunities for students, as theseexperiences supplement their educational and technical training and make them ideal candidatesfor highly competitive STEM fields.Background At Doña Ana Community College (DACC) in the Southwest United States (US), 72% ofthe students identify as Hispanic/Latinx, yet only 16% of this demographic graduate in normaltime, compared to the national average of community college graduation rate of 35% [1

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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MC Forelle, University of Virginia; Siobhan Elizabeth Loughney, University of Virginia

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Engineering and Public Policy Division (EPP)

theAdvanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) rule, setting forth an ambitious goal for all passenger cars,trucks, and SUVs sold in the state to be zero-emission vehicles by 2035. Continuing its decades-long role as a leader in environmental regulation, California paved the way for the rest of thenation to embrace such standards, with an additional twelve states adopting ACC II to date.Legislative and regulatory enthusiasm for electric vehicles reaches far beyond CARB’s rule asthe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) allocated over $7.5billion to EV infrastructure and another $43 billion to projects ranging from batterymanufacturing to workforce transition for auto workers[1]. However, the goals set out by ACC IIwill require

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Miguel X. Rodriguez-Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Jorge A. Gonzalez-Mendivil, Tecnológico de Monterrey; Israel Zamora-Hernandez; Gibrán Sayeg-Sánchez, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Luis Horacio Hernandez Carrasco P.E., Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Martha Elena Nunez, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Graciela Donaxii Rodriguez Paz, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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Architectural Engineering Division (ARCHE)

online education in most institutions that were able to offer that option almost immediatelyafter the beginning of the pandemic. The sudden change of format for most educators implied that theyhad to adapt very quickly to the online sessions and, most importantly adapt their courses’ contents [1].On the other hand, the sudden use of internet at all educational levels in many countries created newproblems for governments and education institutions, since their infrastructure might have not beenready for such use. The readiness of their systems for digital transformation was also measured in somecases [2] and in some other cases, the pandemic accelerated such transformation [3]. Digitaltransformation can face challenges and it could even be a

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Tech Session 3: Emerging Trends in Engineering Education: AI, Clean Energy, and Curriculum Design

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Groves, University of Virginia

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

should demonstrate critical thinkingskills by communicating to non-technical audiences how corrections to the trajectory of theenergy transformation can strengthen the undertaking. Strategies for and examples of studentassessment are presented to illustrate course design that targets core student learning outcomeshighlighted by the EOP framework.IntroductionFor decades, scientists and politicians have known that societal production of large volumes ofgreenhouse gases changes the Earth’s climate in ways that, on balance, are not beneficial toliving systems and the global economy [1, 2]. Since the start of the 21st century, there have beenincreasingly visible worldwide efforts to limit the anthropogenic release of greenhouse gases intothe

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 12

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark A. Pagano, University of Washington

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

establishing new regional highereducation institutions in an effort to serve place-bound studentsand their surrounding communities. The University ofWashington Tacoma (UWT) campus was established as a result ofthis state initiative and thus, the campus carefully considered theimportance of place as it proposed, designed and implemented twonew engineering programs including a new facility to house themover the course of the past six years. Tacoma has long beenassociated with the rise (and fall) of the timber industry in thePacific Northwest as well as a turbulent relationship with the localSalish Tribes. A partnership was formed with the local Puyallup Fig. 1. Northern Pacific Train Crossing 19th St., Tacoma along the PLT on theTribe whose first

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WiP: Gen AI, Mixed Reality, and Simulations

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keisha C.A. Antoine, Prairie View A&M University (DUPE); Kazeem B Olanrewaju, Prairie View A&M University; Justin Foreman, Prairie View A&M University; Penrose Cofie, Prairie View A&M University; Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Jorge Federico Gabitto, Prairie View A&M University

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

. MR instruction was able to facilitate an interactive,collaborative, problem-based approach to learning in courses. Implications for Engineeringeducation, grounded in the original literature-based theory, are described.Key words: mixed reality, virtual reality, holograms, digital twins, active learning, educationaltechnology, remote learning, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science,laboratory equipment, laboratory instruction, formative assessment.1. IntroductionDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, when remote instruction was mandated by institutions of highereducation, laboratory experiences, which are traditionally a practical, in-person activity, wereoffered virtually. There were many ways in which different institutions

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GSD 2: Identity and Motivation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gouri Vinod, Cornell University; Allison Godwin, Cornell University; Trevor Franklin, University of Colorado Boulder

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

’ responses reflected a reinforcing cycle, where purpose-driven actions influenced identity development, shaping how difficulties were perceived andaddressed. Emerging findings further highlight the importance of supportive, interdisciplinaryresearch environments in fostering graduate students’ identities and motivations.IntroductionIntegrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into engineering has revolutionized how engineeringproblems are tackled and solved across disciplines [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6]. In a GraduateResearch Group (GRG) at a private Northeastern university in collaboration with a publicSoutheastern university, engineering graduate students work with AI, defined as machinelearning models and computer-guided tools to optimize

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International Division (INTL): Inclusive Global Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder

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International Division (INTL)

in the United States is expected to yield benefits to society, justifying theinvestment of public funds. Finkelstein et al. [1] describe this as a “unique American tradition[of] service and engagement with the greater society.” The scholarship of engagement in Boyer’smodel [2] aligns with this mission. Community engagement can take a variety of forms,including integration into classroom teaching (e.g., service-learning), mentoring co-curricularactivities (e.g., learning through service), outreach (often into K-12 schools and via publicinformation), and research. Community engaged research (CER) is defined as “the collaborativegeneration, refinement, conservation, and exchange of reciprocally beneficial and societallyrelevant knowledge that

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Evaluating Pre-College STEM Programs: Longitudinal Impact, Integration, and Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lelli Van Den Einde, University of California, San Diego; Karen Flammer, University of California, San Diego; Cindy Mui Perez, University of California, San Diego; Mimi Phùng, University of California, San Diego

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

of online STEM education and offerrecommendations for future iterations of similar courses.Background The percentage of young adults with bachelor’s degrees has doubled over the past fiftyyears, yet this achievement varies substantially by race, ethnicity, and family socioeconomicstatus [1]. Key predictors of college attainment are rooted in students’ beliefs in their ability andthe skills they develop to engage in college-level courses [2]. Structural differences in highschool offerings and disparate access to advanced coursework lead to inequality in educationalpathways. With a commitment to reduce these inequalities and provide access to high-qualityeducational opportunities, UC San Diego launched an initiative, Discover. The

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Self-Efficacy & Mindset

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Oluwafemi Ige, Morgan State University; Samuel Sola Akosile, Morgan State University; Tolulope Abiri, Morgan State University; Grace Yemisi Balogun, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

. 1IntroductionSelf-efficacy, or the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific tasks, plays a crucial role inshaping student outcomes in challenging educational programs such as in engineering.Undergraduate civil engineering students are often confronted with rigorous theoretical conceptsand complex problem-solving scenarios, which can undermine their confidence if not adequatelysupported by practical learning experiences. Self-efficacy influences not only a student'smotivation and persistence but also their ability to approach difficult subjects with resilience andconfidence [1]. This is particularly vital in civil engineering education, where a combination ofanalytical proficiency and hands-on skills are crucial for academic success and future

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Programmatic Design and Resiliency Among Women Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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hongyan miao, Union College; Elsie Mae Lewin Paxton, Union College; Jaqueline Nicole Anderson, Union College; Maia Chapin, Union College; Leza Sorn, Union College

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

diversity, innovation, and the long-term sustainability of STEM fields. Despitegradual progress, mechanical engineering continues to be one of the most male-dominateddisciplines, with women comprising only 8.8% of professionals in the field [1]. This genderdisparity begins early in the educational pipeline, where women account for just 18% of first-year engineering students in the United States, despite demonstrating comparable orsuperior performance in mathematics and science compared to their male peers [2].Two primary factors influence female participation in engineering: recruitment andretention. Recruitment challenges stem from societal stereotypes, limited early exposure toengineering careers, and fewer opportunities for hands-on STEM

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

educational outcomes.IntroductionPedagogical strategies have undergone significant evolution in recent years, continually seekingto enhance student well-being and optimize learning experiences [1], [2], [3]. Traditionalassessment methods, however, remain a major source of stress and anxiety for students,negatively impacting both their academic performance and overall mental health [4]. Theseconventional evaluation practices often involve tests, quizzes, and assignments that areannounced in advance, giving students time to prepare. However, this structure has beencriticized for failing to measure the extent of student learning [5]. Factors such as poor timemanagement skills and the pressure to compete with classmates exacerbate these issues, leadingto

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International Division (INTL): Cultivating Global Competencies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chun Kit Chui, University of Hong Kong; Match Wai Lun Ko, University of Hong Kong; Kei Yiu Mo, University of Hong Kong; Chun Kit Chan, University of Hong Kong; LEI YANG, University of Hong Kong; Tien-Hsuan Wu, University of Hong Kong

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International Division (INTL)

for Student Leaders in Academic MakerspacesAbstractThis practice paper discusses the design, implementation, and outcomes of an overseas team-building program organized by the Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing (HKU Innovation Wing) at theUniversity of Hong Kong. Established in December 2020, the center has actively supported Student-Initiated Interest Groups (SIGs) focused on technology exploration and development amongundergraduate students [1]. In the 2023-2024 academic year, the center had expanded toaccommodate 22 active SIGs with over 300 student participants, fostering an interdisciplinary,project-based, hands-on learning culture within the University of Hong Kong.Despite the growth of SIGs, several issues have surfaced. Primarily, silos

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 4: Sociotechnical Integration

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cathryn Carson, University of California, Berkeley; Lisa Yan, University of California, Berkeley; Ari Edmundson, University of California, Berkeley; Alexander Strang, University of California, Berkeley

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

. 1IntroductionSociotechnical integration is a compelling framework for addressing the demands of educatingfuture engineers and similarly situated practitioners [1]. One of its most exciting opportunitiescomes when a new field is emerging and new educational programs can be designed from theground up. This paper analyzes UC Berkeley’s experience with sociotechnical integration in thecase of a new interdisciplinary undergraduate engineering discipline: data science. It reports onexperiments in collaborative curricular design and implementation by an interdisciplinary teamof instructors that currently achieves impact at the scale of several thousand students each year.Sociotechnical integration draws from the field of STS (science and technology studies) andrelated

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Juan David Ortega Álvarez, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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the first semester of a two-course sequence in the first-year general engineering (GE) program housed in the Engineering Education Department withinthe College of Engineering Virginia Tech called Foundations of Engineering. The programoutcomes for the GE program are to equip students to 1. select a major that aligns with their interests and goals, 2. have the foundational academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a degree-granting major, and 3. develop a sense of belonging and identification with engineering to support long-term persistence toward a degree.The Foundations of Engineering I course was designed to introduce students to engineering byexploring data collection and analysis

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GSD 2: Identity and Motivation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Hadley Perkins, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

aside the part of themselves that wants to be a "teacher" in favor ofbecoming a "researcher." Since "good teaching comes from the identity and the integrity of theteacher." [1], overlooking teacher identity could negatively impact the academic experiences ofengineering students. In general, identity studies have become more prevalent in engineeringeducation research, particularly as they relate to engineering identity or other related roleidentities such as research, math, or physics [2], [3], [4]. Identification with a role or profession,such as engineering, contributes to motivation, self-efficacy, and improved performance in thoseroles [5]. Understanding engineering graduate students' identification with the role of teacher andhow that

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ENT-5: Pathways for Developing Entrepreneurial Skills Across Educational Levels

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jasmine N Patel, Georgia Institute of Technology; Alaina Lee Rutledge; Jayme M. Cellitioci; Ashley Giordano; Roxanne A. Moore Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

innovative thinking.Quantitative data has been analyzed and published in an earlier paper. Here, we will discuss thefindings from the qualitative data collected and analyzed. Focus groups were conducted toinvestigate students’ perspectives regarding camp activities and content included in the program.Participants included lower and upper elementary students from 3rd to 6th grade, with a total ofsix focus groups held in Georgia and Ohio.This paper will address two key research questions: 1. How do participants define inventiveness and entrepreneurial thinking, and how do they apply these concepts both within Camp Invention and in real-world settings? 2. How do participants' favorite activities at Camp Invention foster inventiveness and

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

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

faculty did not care enough about their well-being and thatfaculty were fostering studio environments in which students could not get enough sleep andcould not afford project materials. This pilot study points to a need for further research intofaculty-student relationships and interactions and faculty pedagogical choices in designeducation.Keywords: design education; diversity; equity; inclusion; race; gender1. IntroductionEven though designers create the products and spaces that people of all backgrounds use everyday, most design fields are not diverse. White men are overrepresented in architecture, designengineering, and industrial design, and white women are overrepresented in interior design in theUnited States [1], [2], [3], [4]. Of course

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Over, Virginia Tech; C. Cozette Comer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Connie Stovall, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jiren Wang, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jackson K. Hoch, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Emily Sue Mazure, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Rachel Ann Miles, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

initiatives, libraries, databases, funding, bibliographic mapping,interdisciplinary collaboration, strategic research tools; research intelligence; competitiveintelligence; gap analysisIntroductionIn recent years, leadership at Virginia Tech have set strategic goals and initiatives 1 to increaseour national and international reputation, increasing institutional support for expanding existingresearch and galvanizing new research. The University Libraries at Virginia Tech havecontributed to many aspects of this effort, including: researcher metrics, collaboration support,and providing data and analyses for new research areas. One special effort, called “DestinationAreas2”, involved a call for internal proposals for seed funding from the Provost’s

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ECCNE Technical Session 3 - Energy and Society

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Peter John Garforth, Garforth International; Michael A. Nealon, Henry Ford College; Nicholas Paseiro, Henry Ford College; Herbert Sinnock, Sheridan College; Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University

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Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE), Energy Conversion

K-20 STEM Outreach while a National Science Foundation Fellow with the GK-12 Outreach Program at NCSU where she began Energy Clubs, an out-of-school-time program for third, fourth and fifth graders to introduce them to renewable energy. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Campus and Community Decarbonization – Campus as a Living Classroom of Transformative Energy PerformanceBackgroundIn the USA and Canada, hundreds of municipalities [1] and corporations [2], along with thousandsof universities and colleges, have the goal to decarbonize their entire operations by no later than2050. This goal is also commonly

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chen Feng, Shibaura Institute of Technology; John Raiti, University of Washington; Kyle Toshiro Brown, University of Washington

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

, and societalneeds influence the design and application of robotics in both countries. Understanding thesedifferences provides insight into the emerging global direction of HRI and how robot design andfunction might evolve to meet human needs in different cultural contexts.Based on this gap, we developed a new interdisciplinary course to address the following: 1. Advancement of HRI: By focusing on next-generation service robots, this program addresses the growing demand for robots that can work alongside humans in real-world environments like healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. The students’ exposure to HRI, a key aspect of robotics, directly contributes to the development of robots that can effectively

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Community and Industry Collaboration for Sustainable Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carol L Considine, Old Dominion University; Mujde Erten-Unal, Old Dominion University; Dalya Ismael, Old Dominion University; Luka Alandra Hamel-Serenity, Hampton University; Farzaneh Soflaei, Hampton University

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

solutions developed as part of the CCDC Southside project for theOakleaf Forest Community.The Olde Huntersville Empowerment Coalition has collaborated with faculty from the Institutefor Coastal Adaptation and Hanbury Architects to submit two EPA Thriving Community Grantsusing design solutions from the 2017-2018 academic year of the CCDC. These proposals are aTier 2 Connecting Streets Proposal and a Tier 3 Empowerment Center and Urban Garden.3.0 Case Study Southside Norfolk3.1 Understanding the communitySouthside Norfolk, an environmental justice community, comprises the neighborhoods ofBerkley, Campostella, Campostella Heights, Oakleaf Forest, and Diggs Town in Norfolk,Virginia (Figure 1). This community faces systemic challenges rooted in both

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Interrogating Race, Caste, and Power (Equity, Culture & Social Justice in Education Division ECSJ Technical Session 4)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Motahareh Darvishpour Ahandani, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Precious Njeck, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Ogochukwu Nwabueze Okoani, Arizona State University

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

dimension has at least two authors’ experiences.Dimension 1: Emotional wellnessThis dimension highlights the authors’ accounts of how immigration policies force them to makedifficult decisions that negatively impact their emotional well-being. One author explains: I am married to the best husband in the whole wide world, and I have two beautiful kids aged 7 and 5 ( I call them my jewels). Coming to study here meant separation from my family for only God knows how long. This is by far the most difficult, bravest, and scariest decision I have made in my life ( I hope and pray by God that I don’t regret it). I wake up some mornings, missing them like crazy.She

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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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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nadia N. Kellam, Arizona State University

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

neurodivergent faculty,offering tailored guidance and support. The third narrative involves a speculative design exercisewhere faculty engaged in equity-centered institutional change used AI to create “dark futures”narratives and envisioned emancipatory interventions to prevent those futures from becomingreality. Together, these narratives illustrate how AI, far from being solely a technical tool, can bea relational and transformative force in engineering education.In many current conversations about AI in engineering education, AI is framed as a purelytechnical tool, often divorced from its social and ethical implications [1], [2]. AI can perpetuateoppression, domination, and control when designed and deployed without critical reflection.Furthermore

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International Division (INTL) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wei Zhang, Zhejiang University; Shuai Wang; Weijia Zhang, Zhejiang University

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International Division (INTL)

their growing presence, such courses oftenlack clearly defined characteristics and practical design frameworks. Consequently, severalchallenges persist—such as insufficient integration of comprehensive engineering elements,misalignment between course content and industry needs, rigid teaching methods, and limitedstudent engagement.This study addresses two key research questions: (1) What are the core characteristics ofgeneral engineering courses designed for postgraduate students pursuing professionalengineering degrees? (2) How can these courses be effectively designed to embody anddeliver these core characteristics? To answer these questions, the paper first conducts aliterature review to identify the defining features of such courses. Based

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ehsan Keyvani, University of Colorado Boulder

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from the program. However, it is challenging to keep students engaged and attentive inthis age and time using traditional teaching mediums such as boards and slide decks.1 Theabstract and sometimes intimidating nature of engineering concepts—such as thermodynamics,material balances, or reaction kinetics—requires teaching approaches that are accessible,impactful, engaging, and frankly exciting.In this context, student engagement is more than a matter of participation; it directly correlateswith how well students internalize and apply the material. Traditional lecture methods canstruggle to keep students actively involved, especially in large classes where individualinteraction is limited.2,3 Without opportunities for hands-on exploration or

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Continuing Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Daniel Azofeifa, Institute for the Future of Education, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico; Valentina Rueda-Castro, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM); Luis Jose Gonzalez-Gomez; Mario Zaragoza, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico-UNAM; Julieta Noguez; Patricia Caratozzolo, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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Continuing, Professional, and Online Education Division (CPOED)

Intelligence research group. She is responsible for the Cyber-Learning & Data Sciences Lab. She belongs to the National Research System of Mexico (SNI level II), the IEEE Computer Society, the IEEE Education Society, the Mexican Society of Artificial Intelligence, and the Mexican Academy of Computing. She got 3 awards (2 Gold winners and 1 silver winner) for her participation in the Project ”Open Innovation Laboratory for Rapid Realization for Sensing, Smart, and Sustainable Products”. QS Stars Reimagine Education. She obtained seven first-place awards for Educational Innovation from Tecnologico de Monterrey. She has published more than 150 research articles in international journals and conferences. She has directed 12

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Prarthona Paul, University of Toronto; Chirag Variawa, University of Toronto

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

, institutions, and policymakers. Byidentifying and synthesizing recurring themes, this framework will guide future research andpolicy development, ensuring the responsible and effective integration of GenAI tools inengineering education.IntroductionSince the introduction of generative pre-trained transformers and other generative artificialintelligence (GenAI) tools, the use of GenAI tools has grown significantly. While ArtificialIntelligence (AI) has been around for decades, GenAI has emerged more recently. The launch ofOpenAI’s generative pre-trained transformer model—more widely known as GPT— made thesetools widely accessible to almost anyone [1]. As a result, people across different fields havefound a range of uses for these tools, including in