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Track 1: Technical Session 2: Reflective Teaching Practices for Equity-Minded Engineering Instructors

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jay Mann, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ashleigh Wright, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ellen Wang Althaus, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Wayne L Chang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ali Ansari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Caroline Cvetkovic, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ramez Hajj, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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, 2025Reflective Teaching Practices for Equity-Minded Engineering InstructorsAbstractReflection is often cited as a critical component of effective teaching, but the term itself and itsrelated practices often remain ambiguous. Reflecting on one's teaching is an important exerciseto better understand the approaches to and success towards creating inclusive classrooms.Therefore, engineering educators must become aware of reflective practices to be able to employthem in their work. We explored essential elements of highly effective reflection practices forequity-minded educators in a workshop where faculty participants learned about three reflectivepractices: (i) personal reflection, (ii) reflective engagement with colleagues, and (iii) reflectionwith

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CANCELLED: Track 4: Technical Session 2: Examining Gender Differences in Engineering Students' Reflections on Combating Systemic Racism

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Gaurav Nanda, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Saloni Parkar

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Paper ID #45182Examining Gender Differences in Engineering Students’ Reflections on CombatingSystemic RacismSakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Sakhi Aggrawal is a Graduate Research Fellow in Computer and Information Technology department at Purdue University. She completed her master’s degree in Business Analytics from Imperial College London and bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Technology and Organizational Leadership from Purdue University. She worked in industry for several years with her latest jobs being as project manager at Google and Microsoft. Her current research focuses on

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CANCELLED: Track 2: Technical Session 6: Exploring Gender Dynamics in Intercultural Competence Development through a Study Abroad Program

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Vidya Reddy Madana, Purdue University

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education. Her main goal is to understand how work management and product development practices widely used in industry can be modified and adapted to streamline undergraduate STEM education.Vidya Reddy Madana, Purdue University Vidya Madana is an undergraduate student in the Department of Computer Science at Purdue University, concentrating on machine intelligence and software engineering. She is expected to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in May 2027. Vidya’s research interests include artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data visualization. In addition to her academic pursuits, she has experience in STEM education, robotics, and journalism, reflecting her broad interests and diverse skill set

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Track 1: Technical Session 1: Supporting Engineering Graduate Students to Create Inclusive Learning Environments: A Professional Development Program at a Hispanic-Serving Institution

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Katherine R. McCance, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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. Notably, a 9% decrease in DFW rates was observed for engineering and science faculty.The faculty program consisted of several hybrid workshops and small-group sessions thatencouraged critical, reflective discussions, development of individual implementation plans, andadministration of a formative feedback survey to undergraduate students three times per semesterto obtain real-time feedback to promote change in the faculty members’ teaching. The facultyand graduate student PD programs were part of a larger institutional initiative to enhance STEMstudent success at the HSI through systemic changes and policies and aimed to improveundergraduate engineering courses with historically high failing and withdrawal rates.Graduate Student PD Program

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2025 ASEE PSW Conference

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Bailey Anne Wall, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Benjamin J. Hoefer, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Eileen W. Rossman P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Brian P. Self, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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deepen and solidify understanding. The instructional tools can be used in a classroom settingwith the physical models, or in a virtual setting using a simulation-based version. Many of theALMs include both a video of the scenario outcome (e.g., which way a spool accelerates whenpulling on a string) and a simulation that provides insight into the various forces involved [5].Reflection and Formative ReportA series of reflection questions are asked after the Instructional Tool. These questions askstudents to consider what they have learned, summarize the main key concepts, connect thematerial to applications in their daily lives, and reflect on areas in which they still need morepractice and support. These questions are designed to allow students

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Track 1: Technical Session 3: Beyond deficits: Developing an elicitation mechanism for engineering practitioners with ADHD to create autoethnographic counterstories

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Hector Enrique Rodríguez-Simmonds, Boston College; Sage Maul, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Levi Xuan Li, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Ruby J Barnett, Boston College

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traditionalengineering curricula, where creative solutions and innovation do not always positively affectacademic performance. Taylor et al. [19] found that while ADHD traits did not predict students’overall GPA, they negatively predicted students’ engineering GPA. Engineering GPA does notreflect creativity, so the strengths students with ADHD have are not reflected in exam scoreseither, further undermining the value ADHDers bring to engineering. The misalignment ofADHD traits and numerical academic assessment in engineering helps illustrate one way thatengineering is less hospitable to ADHDers.Fostering creative problem-solving in engineering curricula remains an important goal.Attracting and retaining neurodiverse engineering students and faculty, including

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Track 5: Technical Session 3: Enhancing Diversity and Inclusion for First-Generation Students: A First Year Seminar Course Approach

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Alandra Kahl, Pennsylvania State University, Greater Allegheny

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: CRITICAL THINKING, TIME MANAGEMENT, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION.Skill-Building Workshops: A CloserLook• Icebreaker: Introductions and goal sharing to build community.• Critical Thinking: Activities on questioning assumptions and evaluating evidence.• Time Management: Strategies for prioritization, goal setting, and scheduling.• Effective Communication: Role-playing exercises for clear messaging and active listening.• Reflection: Sharing takeaways and planning for skill application.Fostering a Sense of Belonging• Sharing experiences and challenges in a supportive environment.• "Cultural Exchange" activity

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CANCELLED: Track 5: Technical Session 6: Think-Aloud Insights: Exploring QuantCrit Challenges and Diverse Survey Responses Among Undergraduate Engineering Students

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sheila Kathryn Castro, University of Florida; Bruce Frederick Carroll, University of Florida; Janice Mejía, Northwestern University; Kent J. Crippen, University of Florida

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identity.Dr. Kent J. Crippen, University of Florida Kent Crippen is a Professor of STEM education in the School of Teaching and Learning at the University of Florida and a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Think-Aloud Insights: Exploring QuantCrit Challenges and Diverse Survey Responses Among Undergraduate Engineering StudentsIntroductionDiversity in engineering contributes to social and economic advancement in communities byoffering varied perspectives on problems, better reflecting changing demographics, andproviding tangible business advantages. Higher education is vital in

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Alexis P. Nordin, Mississippi State University

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course, ECE students in fall 2023participated in a separate survey in which students were asked to reflect on their writingstrengths and weaknesses, both as individual writers and as collaborative writers working onteam-based Capstone Design assignments. From a population of 69 ECE seniors, 62 responded,and emerging insights are provided in Part II of this paper. The questionnaire used, whichcontained four open-response questions, was not initially conceived to tie back to the researchdescribed in Part I of this paper; however, the data does provide useful context for Part I and thefindings of the original work [1].The goal of this paper is to offer better understanding of how ECE students self-described theirstrengths and weaknesses in solo and

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Track 4: Technical Session 2: Using Strategic Planning Processes to Promote Success for Undergraduate CS Students at a Systemic Level

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jamie Huber Ward, NCWIT; S. Kiersten Ferguson; Sherri L Sanders

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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 2216561. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.1 Overview of NCWIT’s Philosophy2NCWIT Undergraduate System ModelOrganizational Change Process Communicating for Change Evidence-based tools help establish credibility by explaining a vision ofchange and how it is grounded in theories, best practices, and resources. Creator: https://pixy.org/ | Credit: https://pixy.org/763757/ Copyright: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0Use Compelling Evidence “[I have met] an incredible

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Student Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Maya Al Shanti, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach; Thiha Myat Thu, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach; Kai Jun Chew, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach

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, and working on communication skills [24],[25].As research discussed that undergraduate researchers could engage in their lived experiences formore authentic interpretations of data, we engaged our lived experiences, especially bothundergraduate researchers, through the writing of positionality statements. Positionalitystatements have been a growing phenomenon in engineering education research as part of theefforts to uncover researchers’ preconceived notions that can shape how they conduct theirresearch [26]. By reflecting on their positionalities, Alshanti and Thu as undergraduateresearchers engage their lived experiences as engineering students to interpret instructors’ beliefsand behaviors on test usage. This becomes the foundation of this

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Track 5: Technical Session 4: The Next Leaders Academy: Learned Experience from an AI Summer Camp Experience

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Delano White, The Gaskins Foundation; Whitney Gaskins, University of Cincinnati

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Reflection 5 Students present their AI projects and participate in discussions about the ethical implications of their work.The camp was designed to give a diverse group of students a strongfoundation in several topics. The students participated in a workshop onethics and how it can drive decisions and were given resources on how to formdebate positions and how to tell an effective story. The program included acapstone project that was judged by local IT leaders.Day 1 The group was provided an introduction to AI with respected educatorsleaders in the fieldDay 2 The day focused on the creating ethical frameworks. The facilitator leda workshop on ethics and making decisions along ethical lines. The studentsalso learned

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

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Sudipta Chowdhury, Marshall University; Ammar Alzarrad, Marshall University; Sungmin Youn, University of Texas at El Paso

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year of study (juniors). Specifically, 62.5% of the students wereclassified as juniors, while 25% are sophomores and another 25% are seniors. This distributionsuggests a diverse mix of students at different stages of their undergraduate education, which maycontribute to a broad range of academic perspectives within the program. The program had a higherrepresentation of female participants, with 62.5% identifying as female and 37.5% as male. Thisdistribution indicates successful engagement with female students, potentially reflecting broadertrends in STEM fields and targeted recruitment strategies by the mentors addressing theunderrepresentation of women in these disciplines. Such efforts align with broader initiatives topromote gender

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CANCELLED: Track 3: Technical Session 2: Learning and Adopting Principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice through the Development of a Sustainability Mindset Among First Year Engineering Students

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Krystal Colón-Rivera, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Nayda G. Santiago P.E., University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Aidsa I. Santiago-Roman, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Christopher Papadopoulos, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Sandra Loree Dika, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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) identified a significant lack of JEDI-relatedcontent in professional engineering societies, underscoring the urgent need to strengtheneducation in these areas to prepare inclusive and socially committed engineers. Armanios et al.(2021) highlighted how a curricular restructuring led to an increase from 17% to 69% in theincorporation of social justice concepts in students' final reflections, demonstrating the ability toinclude the social impact of engineering decisions. Similarly, Hess et al. (2024) emphasized theconnections between ethics and DEI, identifying the need to integrate and unify strategies thatenable engineering students to address both the social and technical aspects of their profession.Finally, Gupta, Talluri and Ghosh (2024

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CANCELLED: Track 6: Technical Session 2: Gender Differences in Global Identity Development: Implications for Intercultural Competence in Higher Education

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Vidya Reddy Madana, Purdue University

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streamline undergraduate STEM education.Vidya Reddy Madana, Purdue University Vidya Madana is an undergraduate student in the Department of Computer Science at Purdue University, concentrating on machine intelligence and software engineering. She is expected to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in May 2027. Vidya’s research interests include artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data visualization. In addition to her academic pursuits, she has experience in STEM education, robotics, and journalism, reflecting her broad interests and diverse skill set. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Gender Differences in Global Identity Development: Implications for

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Mostafa Batouli, The Citadel; Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel; Nahid Vesali P.E., The Citadel

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systems thinking—core componentsof the entrepreneurial mindset. By focusing on these skills, the program aligns with broadereducational goals to prepare students for complex problem-solving in dynamic, real-worldcontexts.Since its inception, the KEEN Fellowship program has grown significantly, drawing participantsfrom various disciplines and institutions nationwide. Fellows undergo professional developmentthrough targeted workshops, such as Integrating Curriculum with Entrepreneurial Mindset (ICE)and Problem-Solving Studios (PSS), which equip them with pedagogical tools and frameworksthat foster active learning and cross-disciplinary applications. This growth reflects an increasingrecognition of the entrepreneurial mindset as essential for

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Track 5: Technical Session 3: Utilizing Campus Engagement for the Development of an ADVANCE Faculty Leadership Initiative

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Lisa A Kunza, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Brooke Lamonte Long-Fox, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; Lance A Roberts P.E., South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

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cultures. Individual feedback sessions on theirdepartment’s Gallup Q12 results provided personalized guidance, promoting reflection onleadership practices.IntroductionA National Science Foundation ADVANCE adaptation award was received by a smallengineering, science, and technology university located in the US Midwest to developprogramming for faculty and research scientists to increase awareness of implicit biases andpromote pathways to faculty success. The university consists of thirteen departments, twelve ofwhich are Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The university’sadministrative structure does not include Deans, just Department Heads that oversee academicdepartments and report directly to the Provost. As of 2024, there

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CANCELLED: Track 5: Technical Session 5: Hiring Practices to Build a Diverse Team at Wakr Forest Engineering: Transforming Engineering Education and Broadening Participation in Engineering is Possible!

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University

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of the department.Step 2. Forming the Search Committee(s)The Engineering Chair worked to form an appropriate and diverse search committee for eachposition. This diversity is reflected in disciplinary expertise, gender, rank, race, ethnicity, etc.Incredible intentionality was needed in this step with a recognition that inherent and unconsciousbiases may exist with search committees and committee members. If a search committee is allwhite men, the outcome will be the selection of a white man as the top candidate. Research hasshown this time and time again. I ensured that diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, and rankexisted in a search committee. When I was not able to bring enough diversity to the searchcommittee from within the department, I

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Track 4: Technical Session 5: Insights and Updates on Identity Constructs Among Hispanic Engineering Students and Professionals: A Longitudinal Study

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Dayna Lee Martínez, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.; Andrea D. Beattie, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.; Kimberly D Douglas P.E., Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.

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(Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree). Consisting of five statements that respondents rate based on Recent Events Replaced their level of agreement using a 7-point Likert scale ranging with Satisfaction with Life from 1 (strongly disagree) to 7 (strongly agree). The statements Scale are general in nature and reflect a person’s overall satisfaction with life. Underrepresented Status Impact of one’s minority status within the STEM discipline. (Revised) Likert Scale from 1 (Almost Always) to 5 (Never). How frequently participants experienced micro-affirmations Perspectives on

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Track 2: Technical Session 3: Piloting A Personalized Learning Model for Chemical Engineering Graduate Education: Lessons Learned from Creating a Chemical Engineering Body of Knowledge

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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April Dukes, University of Pittsburgh; Mary E. Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Susan K Fullerton Shirey, University of Pittsburgh

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Environment)• Scaffolding of instruction supports students who have different starting points in their academic preparation, background, and experience.• Graduate student feedback is collected and utilized to support the program in the assessment, reflection, and evaluation.Body of Knowledge Demographic Data – Subject Matter Experts Type of organization Disciplinary backgroundRole on the NSF IGE grant Job focus Terminal degreeBody of Knowledge Process• Collected and refined learning objectives (LOs) for five graduate chemical engineering courses covering six topics: • Thermodynamics, Kinetics and Reactor Design, Transport

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Track 6: Technical Session 2: Empowering Hispanic Engineers' Success Towards Graduate Education with Hybrid Mentorship

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Federico Cifuentes-Urtubey, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Paola Alexandra Baldaguez Medina, University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez; Julie E Lorenzo, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Natasha Mamaril, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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) Which mentor qualities aresuccessful in graduate school guidance? and 3) How can virtual activities engage students tobuild leadership skills and confidence in their academic pathways and future careers? Theprogram structure has three key features to enrich the peer mentorship experience: (i) goal settingand reflections, (ii) academic/professional development, and (iii) community building. Weevaluated the program through a series of surveys and interviews to collect information aboutundergraduates’ knowledge on graduate admissions items, reflections on mentoring interactions,and accomplishments made during the program.We recruited participants through in-person promotion during meetings of student organizations,referrals, and written/electronic

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Erin Bosarge, University of South Alabama

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ML through PBL [15], [18].In 2024, Lohakan and Seetao examine a large-scale AI education experiment that taught studentshow AI works by using AI kits focused on computer vision and Python programming [17].3.1.2 Articles Grouped by Theme ObjectivesThe reviewed studies present varied thematic objectives, highlighting different pedagogicalstrategies for AI education in high school. These themes span 1) technical skill development[15], [19], 2) ethical reflection and awareness [16], [20], and 3) interdisciplinary STEMintegration [17], [18], each emphasizing distinct aspects of AI literacy.3.1.3 Articles Grouped by AI TechnologyThe studies employ a range of AI technologies to support different educational objectives,highlighting how diverse tools

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Track 1: Technical Session 6: The Cocreation of a Safe Space that Centers Women of Color Academics

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jameka Wiggins, The Ohio State University; Monica Farmer Cox, The Ohio State University; Monique S. Ross, The Ohio State University; Shawanee' Patrick, The Ohio State University

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continues to do the work? Future WorkContinue cluster meetings & expand to involveother members of campusExpand to other local universitiesPartner with local and campus organizationssuch as Zora’s House PROPEL in Action“For the master’s tool will never dismantle the master’s house.” - Audre LordeWhat is Important to You? Take a moment to reflect on your ideal working environment. What elements are essential for you to thrive in an environment that centers women of color? Are these elements present in your current work environment? What do you need?Does your institution currently have an affinity groupor space that supports WoC faculty & staff?What current and developing identities do you

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Track 2: Technical Session 2: "Si no servimos, no servimos": A Pilot Study on the Influence of Perceived Advisor Support on Graduate Student Thesis Self-Efficacy

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Abimelec Mercado Rivera, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Brooke Charae Coley, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Samantha Ruth Brunhaver, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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conceptualizingand operationalizing “Servingness,” which encompasses the policies and practices aimed atpositioning institutions to reflect and act in their role to ensure representation and engagement ofthe Latin* community (Garcia, 2020; Garcia et al., 2019; Garcia & Cuellar, 2023; Garcia &Koren, 2020).Perhaps as an unintended side effect of their undergraduate-centered definition, current researchon how policies and practices at HSIs impact Latin* student success predominantly focuses onundergraduate students. As a result, little is known about how servingness impacts theexperiences of engineering graduate students and how institutional policies and practices may beaiding or barricading their path to success. As the calls to expand the post

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Chaohui Ren, Auburn University; Cheryl Seals, Auburn University; Nilanjana Raychawdhary, Auburn University

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-forcing learning and providing timely feedback. After each quiz, reflective learning sessions areconducted during class to analyze common mistakes, demonstrate correct solutions, and highlightpotential pitfalls. These sessions help students consolidate their understanding, identify areas forimprovement, and gain confidence as they progress through the course material.This phased assessment method culminates in exams administered approximately every six weeks.Each exam consists of 25 questions randomly selected from the three preceding quizzes. Thequestions retain the same structure and style as those in the quizzes but use different data values.For instance, a quiz question might present a=1; b=2; c=a+b; c=?, while the corresponding examquestion

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2025 ASEE PSW Conference

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Tiffany Marie Chan, University of California, Davis; Saahil Sachdeva, University of California, Davis; Xianglong Wang, University of California, Davis

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mentor as an accessible expert in theprogram that could advise and assist in the learning experience, particularly in the final project atthe end of the course. Students perceived the peer mentor as a bridge between the students andclinical participants, making communication less intimidating and the process of clinical needsfinding more accessible. The peer mentor reflected the importance of accommodating the needsof each student to ensure a productive experience for all members of the cohort.Future directions for our investigation in the peer mentor program include refining thescheduling of the workshops for increased accessibility for students and better tailoring thecontent towards the design process for medical devices. We would also like

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CANCELLED: Track 6: Technical Session 1: A Student-Centered, Theory-Informed, Integrated Model to Academic and Career Advising to Educate the Whole Engineer: Transforming Engineering Education and Broadening Participation in Engineering is Possible!

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University; Melissa C Kenny, Wake Forest University

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strategies herein reflect an intentional commitment to Educatethe Whole Engineer by promoting an academic advising model that would both complement thecurricular experiences and align with the evolving personal and professional aspirations ofstudents towards career readiness. The approaches described offer valuable insights for both newand existing engineering programs seeking to transform their advising practices to better serve anincreasingly diverse student population. There is urgency in this work for the betterment ofhigher education and engineering education.I. INTRODUCTIONThe value of higher education is under attack and the criticisms are many: cost, inadequatepreparation for job-readiness, outdated and inflexible curricula and degrees

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Track 5: Technical Session 6: Advancing Accessibility: Leveraging Technology to Empower Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students in STEM Higher Education

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sunday David Ubur, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sarah Over, Virginia Tech; Denis Gracanin, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; C. Cozette Comer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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“special education” classrooms in secondary school due to a lack of teachertraining and resources to integrate students into classrooms, which can significantly hamperpreparations for the academic demands of university STEM programs [9]. Thisunder-representation is not merely a reflection of broader societal challenges but also highlightsspecific barriers that DHH students face in STEM higher education, such as the limitedavailability of accessible learning materials and real-time communication tools [10].The World Health Organization estimates that over 5% of the world’s population—approximately430 million people—experience hearing impairment, with this number expected to rise to over700 million by 2050 [11]. Within this population, DHH students

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Track 7: Technical Session 6: Using Grant Transition Periods to Improve Program Evaluation & Offerings; Case Study: Washington Space Grant

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington; Rae Jing Han, University of Washington Center for Evaluation & Research for STEM Equity; Erin Carll, University of Washington; Kam H Yee, University of Washington; Brenda N Martinez, University of Washington

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reflect upon and critically engage with these issues.Space Grant has also identified that current relationships with affiliated institutionsand among members are mostly transactional in nature. This presents an opportunityto enhance resource sharing and operate more effectively as a consortium, where allaffiliates view each other as peers. Currently, while each affiliate performs its workexceptionally well, there’s a sense of disconnect—many are unaware of what othersare doing and don’t fully feel part of a larger, unified organization. It's important toemphasize that Space Grant is not just a funding source; it is a partnership. Theprogram uses a competitive subaward structure that allows institutions to choose amission directorate aligned

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Track 2: Technical Session 7: "Three strikes, you're out"¦ actually, that's four strikes": Transgressive Teacher and Student Humor in a Pre-College Engineering Classroom

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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George Schafer, Drexel University; Christopher George Wright, Drexel University (Tech.) (MERGED)

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stories. This widget has to be made.’” After a pause, Ms. Villegas added, “Funny students may choose these times to be the most subversive.” (Low, 2024, p. 95) 6This quote is taken from a book by David Low (which I'll talk about on the next slide) thatexamines transgressive humor in classrooms. The quote demonstrates several dimensionsof why understanding, analyzing, and reflecting upon humor in classrooms is important.First, it acknowledges that when students use humor, it represents that they understandthings (i.e. "being two steps ahead") instead of the common notion of being(unintentionally) disruptive.Second, it acknowledges the capitalist