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Track 1: Technical Session 6: stEm PEER Academy: the Power of Human Capital

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Jennifer Ocif Love, Northeastern University; Claire Duggan, Northeastern University; Elizabeth H. Blume, Northeastern University Engineering PLUS Alliance

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. Utilize data (IPEDS, etc) to inform broadening participation efforts for women and BIPOC engineering students. Engage in models, interventions and evidence-based practices that have been proven to support engineering degree attainment for women and BIPOC students at community colleges, public and private institutions. Build partnerships to engage stakeholders at their institution, in their region, and nationwide. Develop an Action Plan to implement at their institution (or with otherinstitutions) during the 2-year professional development period. 6To date, 65 people (faculty, professional staff, postdocs) have applied over the 2years. 40 were invited to

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Track 2: Technical Session 3: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly: a Practitioner's Look "Under the Hood" of Implemented Program Recommendations Four Years After a Needs Assessmentor supporting LGBTQIA+ engineering students

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Kathrine Ehrlich-Scheffer, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE)

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is to assist WE@RIT in planning and implementingevents for current students. Sometimes these events are social in nature, such as ourmonthly pop-up lounge series or Stress Relief Extravaganza before finals, andsometimes they are more professional/academic in nature, such as resume reviews,corporate visits and alumnae panels to name just a few. Their scope does not includeNew Student programming or K-12 outreach.The Good:The Leadership Board has overall been a positive change for WE@RIT. Having studentvoice involved in event planning has meant greater buy-in for events over time, andnew events taking place because of the fresh perspectives brought by an ever-rotating membership. Having the Board also allows me as a Director to utilize

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Track 7: Technical Session 9: Preparing for ABET Changes regarding DEI: Results of the Big Ten++ DEI Summit

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Sarah E Zappe, Pennsylvania State University; Stephanie Cutler, Pennsylvania State University; Ivan E. Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University

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working time relating to Criterion 5Activity 3:Criterion 5 (Curriculum)How will your institutionensure students obtainawareness of diversity,equity, and inclusion forprofessional success?The last day of theSummit, teams did aspeed networkingevent.• Two 45-minute rotations.• Presented their plans on each criteria to 2 other teams• Heard the plans for each criteria from the other teamsA 2023 ASEE papersummarized theevaluation and findingsfrom the Summit.• Overall, the Summit went extremely well.• Participants enjoyed discussing the topics with individuals from other institutions.• Major concerns included: • Faculty buy-in • Lack of time/money • Leadership support • Strategizing DEI Curriculum • Faculty Training• The

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Track 4: Technical Session 5: Using a Summer Bridge Program to Develop a Situational Judgment Inventory: From Year 1 to Year 2

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Malini Josiam, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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● Project Context ● Problem Context ● Developing the Situational Judgement Inventory (SJI) ● SJI Pilot Results ● Moving Forward 2In order to fully contextualize our SJI instrument, we will first provide backgroundinformation related to our research team, project context, and education plan. Thenwe will explain our process for developing the SJI and talk through some of ourpreliminary findings

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Track 6: Technical Session 9: Creating buy-in from key constituencies for supporting LGBTQIA+ engineering students

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Amy Rachel Betz, Kansas State University; Craig Wanklyn P.E., Kansas State University; Rachel Levitt, Kansas State University

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minutes total1) Introductions and expectations – 5 minutes2) Climate – 10 minutes3) Change theory – 5 minutes4) What we are doing – 10 minutes5) Levels of leadership/connection – 10 minutes6) Creating an action plan – 10 minutes 2Current Climate Source: add 3While members of the audience may be familiar with this graphic, we do not think itcan be overshared! This is one of the most powerful tools to answer, “why should Icare?” Generation Z has a much higher rate of LGBTQIA+ identification than anyprevious generation. This is having a profound

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Track 3: Technical Session 2: Using a Collective Impact Approach to Establish a Center for Equity in Engineering Focused on Graduate Education: Lessons Learned from Phase I

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Teirra K Holloman, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Natali Huggins; Julia Machele Brisbane, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Michelle D Klopfer, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Tremayne O'Brian Waller, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jeremi S London, Vanderbilt University

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Special Assistant to the Dean for Strategic Plan Implementation in the College of Engineering. His research tends to be at the macro-scale, focused on a systems-level perspective of how engineering educa- tion can become more effective, efficient, and inclusive, and considers the intersection between policy and organizational contexts. Knight currently serves as the co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Engineering Education.Dr. Tremayne O’Brian Waller, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Tremayne O. Waller is the Director of Graduate Student Programs at Virginia Tech. Dr. Waller facilitates the recruitment, retention, and success of graduate scholars with a focus on those from backgrounds his- torically

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Track 6: Technical Session 8: Title: Real life experiences in recruiting, retaining, and supporting LGBTQIA+ engineering students

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Amy Rachel Betz, Kansas State University; Craig Wanklyn P.E., Kansas State University; Rachel Levitt, Kansas State University

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(Hughes, 2018) that shows LGBQ (just sexual identityminorities) students are less likely to be retained in STEM related fields.We will expand more on the national climate and challenges in asecond presentation, "Creating buy-in from key constituencies for supportingLGBTQIA+ engineering students." At this point, we will let audience members knowthat if they cannot attend that presentation, we will be happy to provide them withmore information/slides from that presentation. We plan to upload a final set ofslides and/or a PDF to a website with QR code at the end of the presentation thatparticipants can utilize. 4Background Source: Erin A. Cech and

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Track 3: Technical Session 1: An Ecosystem of Support Initiatives for BIPOC, Women, and Domestic Graduate Students in STEM

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Andrew Edmunds, Clemson University; Melissa Smith, Clemson University

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1C o N E C D 2 0 2 4Abstract Highlights • Institutions often fail to implement or replicate the ecosystems of support for graduate students in engineering and computing disciplines that exists at the undergraduate level. • The College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences (CECAS) at Clemson University has implemented several programmatic initiatives since 2018 to support the recruitment, retention, and matriculation of BIPOC, women, and domestic graduate students. • Featured initiatives include and Inclusive Excellence Strategic Plan, STEM ALL IN, ASPIRE Peer Mentors, and the Future Scholars Academy. 2C o N E C D

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Track 8: Technical Session 1: Logic Models: How this tool can help you make the case for your DEI programs

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington; Erin Carll, University of Washington; Emily Knaphus-Soran, University of Washington

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beneficial because they help you:-make strategic decisions, plan programming, and identify gaps in the programming,-clarify and quickly communicate your plan,-demonstrate to stakeholders you have thought things through, and-make the case for funding. 4When working in the area of DEI in particular, developing a clear plan for yourinitiative and identifying intended outcomes can hold you accountable to yourvision for change and help you demonstrate that you’re doing what you hoped.For example, say you have a Bridge program for first generation students inengineering. Hopefully you have an intention behind this program, likely toimprove students self-efficacy and/or

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Track 4: Technical Session 8: ROPES: Rowan University's Opportunity for Postsecondary Excellence and Success

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Kauser Jahan, Rowan University; Adaugo Mary-Frances Enuka, Rowan University; Elisa M Di Lolle, Rowan University; Gaetane Jean-Marie, Rowan University

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frompartner schools, who embarked on a dual enrollment program. The program adopted a holisticapproach, combining interactive activities to foster a college-bound mindset while enablingstudents to earn high school and college credits. Throughout their participation, students receivedcomprehensive support services, encompassing academic advising, tutoring, and social support.ROPES outlined several vital objectives, including promoting student success and enhancingworkforce readiness, engaging students in experiential activities, providing customizable careerexploration plans, and integrating social and emotional learning strategies.The program closely aligns with Rowan University's commitment to accessibility, affordability,and the state plan's

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Track 2: Technical Session 5: Understanding Decision Processes Related to Pathways of Community College Engineering Students

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Rene Alberto Hernandez, Virginia Tech; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Amy Richardson, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Sarah Rodriguez, Virginia Tech; Bevlee A. Watford, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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education, with specific attention to first-generation college students, low-income and immigrant populations. He loves running, books, anime, traveling, and food, especially when he gets to do it in the company of his husband Tommy and those he meets along the way!Dr. David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University David Knight is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech and also serves as Special Assistant to the Dean for Strategic Plan Implementation in the College of Engineering. His research tends to be at the macro-scale, focused on a systems-level perspective of how engineering educa- tion can become more effective, efficient, and inclusive, and considers the

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Track 2: Technical Session 4: View from the Kaleidoscope: Conceptualizing antiracist priorities for engineering as a collective across vantages

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Brooke Charae Coley, Arizona State University; Alaine M Allen, Carnegie Mellon University; Sharnnia Artis, George Mason University; Jennifer M Bekki, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Khalid Kadir, University of California, Berkeley; Meagan C Pollock, Engineer Inclusion; Renetta Garrison Tull, University of California, Davis; Linda Vanasupa, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering; Rochelle L Williams, Northeastern University; Haley R. Hatfield, University of Georgia; Ebony Omotola McGee, Vanderbilt University

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the experience of Black engineering students? Respond at poll below. PollEv.com/rarejusticeHere, we’ll open with an interactive activity. This will be an opportunity to help theaudience become familiar with the types of activities adopted by the center toinstigate thought, dialogue, reflection and vision forward. This activity and theresulting conversation will not last more than 5 minutes of the session. 2 Session Plan § Role call & kickoff activity

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Deirdre Donovan Dr., Wentworth Institute of Technology; Durga Suresh-Menon, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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, and diversity and equity issues in mathematics.Durga Suresh-Menon, Wentworth Institute of Technology Dean, School of Computing & Data Science ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Student Recruitment and RetentionImprovements through Success in First Year Mathematics: A Multi-faceted Approach Deirdre Donovan and Durga Suresh-Menon Wentworth Institute of Technology • Original calculus sequence andGoals of approachPresentation • New multi-faceted approach ○Discuss each aspect • Call to Action and future plans 2 Traditional

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Technical Session: Transforming Engineering Education Is Possible! A Descriptive Case Study of Reimagining Engineering Education and Delivering a Wake Forest Engineering Student Experience Promoting Inclusion, Agency, Holistic Learning, and Success

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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University

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.). I shared my concerns about this underdeveloped plan during my hiring negotiations, but thethen Dean asked me to trust her and I did. My contract working at the National ScienceFoundation and personal reasons (e.g. expecting my fourth child) prevented me and my familyfrom moving to Winston Salem, North Carolina until July 2017. Considering that the inauguralgroup of students would be arriving August 2017 (a non-negotiable start date) and the programand curriculum planning had not happened, I advocated for one additional faculty hire (beyondthe planned two) to help launch the new department. During the spring 2017 semester, I servedon the search committee with three colleagues (e.g. Keith Bonin, then Chair of Physics, PeteSantago, then Chair

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Track 4: Technical Session 6: Building Bridges to Success: A Thriving Program

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Labrisha Nicole Mabry, Mississippi State University ; Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University; Lorena Andrea Benavides Riano, Mississippi State University

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constantly engaged in the planning, execution, and closing phasesby helping design the project and labs with topics similar to those they would give to aCoopthe different engineering disciplines the connection between the academy andprofessional life. Hence, they can feel more motivated to pursue an engineering degree. Inother words, our participants have a small disclosure of what an engineer does in the realworld. Throughout the development of the program, our sponsor is constantly engaged inthe planning, execution, and closing phases by helping design the project and labs withtopics similar to those they would give to a Coop student. 3

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Track 8: Technical Session 2: Adapting the Gender Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) to Engineering: A Digital Tool to Aid Inclusive Design

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Audrey Anne Blanchet, Université de Sherbrooke; Nathalie Roy, Université de Sherbrooke

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andEngineering of Toronto University [18], and Faculty of Engineering at Alberta University [19])state their commitment to EDI within their strategic plans as a broader and transversal vision.They sometimes integrate specific objectives in this regard. These objectives generally pertain torecruitment practices and the development of an inclusive culture through community awarenesson EDI.Secondly, other faculties have adopted specific EDI policies and action plans coveringrecruitment practices, community awareness of EDI issues, improvement of the studentexperience, communication strategies, and fundraising to support initiatives. For example, theFaculty of Engineering at McGill University has identified EDI priorities [20] – RecruitmentLife Cycle

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Track 4: Technical Session 1: Creating Pathways to Engineering through Sponsored Summer Camps

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Racheida S Lewis, University of Georgia; Stephan A. Durham, University of Georgia; Alison Leigh Banka, University of Georgia

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and work engineering through the following lenses: individually or in teams, planning, designing, fabricating, and testing in various group and individual projects.• Building - learn and practice the engineering design process through hands-on projects • You will have plenty of formal and informal learning opportunities about life and physical sciences as we• Leaders - develop and practice oral and written explore leadership, innovation, and the engineering communication skills to become prepared as future design process through hands-on activities within

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Track 5: Technical Session 5: Successful mentoring practices for women undergraduate STEM students

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Suzanne Zurn-Birkhimer, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Elizabeth Hart, University of Dayton

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through meaningful interactions; and (3) buildingtheir tool-kits by delivering strategies for success. These goals are achieved throughMonthly Meetings, monthly Socials, optional paired mentoring, and alum engagementevents.Program Structure:Monthly Meetings: Fall 2023 focused on the topics of mentoring, networking, and thetransition from college to workplace. Spring 2024 will focus on the growth mindset,goal planning and intentional next steps, and creativity in engineering. These topicsguide the LT in the planning and implementation of the Monthly Meetings whichinclude dinner & icebreaker discussions, guest speaker, a mentoring minute activity,and a networking activity.Social activities: events for 2023-24 included a scavenger hunt

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Track 5: Technical Session 4: Safe Space Warm Embrace: Building Blocks to Support Black & Brown STEM Scholars

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DeAnna Katey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Terrance I Harris, Drexel University

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Drexel’s Office of Equality and Diversity to ensure the planning and implementation of relevant DEI training and educational opportunities for college faculty and staff, as well as with HR and the college leadership on initiatives to improve the recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff. Harris also coordinates with affinity student organizations and programs across the college including, NSBE, SHPE, and SWE to name a few, acting as secondary advisor as well as primary college contact for external affinity-based organizations. Prior to joining Drexel Engineering, Harris served six years as the Director of the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center at Oregon State University. As Director of the BCC, Harris

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Track 5: Technical Session 3: Weaving Students into Engineering Versus Weeding Them Out: A Framework for Institutions

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Jenna P. Carpenter, Campbell University

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Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter Founding Dean & Professor School of Engineering Campbell UniversityImmediate Past President, ASEEOutline• The Weed-Out Philosophy• Weed-Out Practices & Approaches• Why and Why now?• Action Plan, Draft Framework & Next Steps• Questions? For much of its history, engineering has worked to weed out all but the perceived brightest and best, with the belief that the The majority of students

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Track 3: Technical Session 3: Envisioning Equitable Pathways to STEM Graduate Education: Creating a Coalition including University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Bowie State University, and University of Maryland College Park to Make It Happen

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Rosemary Parker, University of Maryland, College Park; JACQUELINE SMITH, Bowie State University; Isabel K Lloyd, Materials Science and Engineering Dept., University of Maryland, College Park, MD; Jennifer Johnson, Temple University ; Yuanwei Jin, University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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change. The focuswas on identifying critical points in the ecosystem that are biased against URM studentssuch that if they are ameliorated or removed, the graduate STEM environment will bemore welcoming and attractive to URM students in general. The long-term plan is to createnew pathways as a concerted effort to affect systemic changes beyond individual groups ofstudents on a regional level in the state, with potential future expansions to the otherinstitutions and regional higher education centers. This initial study and evaluationunderscore a unique opportunity to bring together students, scientists/engineers, andadministrative leaders to shape change for the future, while leveraging existing programssuch as the Minority Engineering Program

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Track 6: Technical Session 3: Teaching Equity through Assets-Based Journaling: Using Community Cultural Wealth to Guide Student Reflections

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Gabriella Coloyan Fleming, University of Texas at Austin; Jessica Deters, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Maya Denton, University of Oklahoma

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awareness of the • Using communication to build importance of communication relationships skills will help greatly. Before I left for Japan, I had been in a rut within • Non-verbal communication skills some of my friendships that I now see was from a lack of effective communication. I plan to use what I learned about communication to help fix those and get them back to

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Track 2: Technical Session 8: Establishing and Sustaining Inclusive Learning Communities for Supporting Faculty Creating More Inclusive Engineering Classrooms

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jessica Moriah Vaden, University of Pittsburgh; April Dukes, University of Pittsburgh; Amy Hermundstad Nave, Colorado School of Mines; Melissa M. Bilec, University of Pittsburgh; Amy L Brooks, University of Pittsburgh

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of Pittsburgh 2Arizona State University 3Colorado School of Mines 140 min sessionPDF submissionIntroduce using the title 1 Outline • Positionality Statement • Guiding Theory • Literature Review • Breaking Down Learning Communities • Research Questions • Inclusive Learning Communities • Assessment Plan and Faculty Results To Date • Lessons Learned • Conclusion 2Go through outline 2Positionality Statement

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Track 8: Technical Session 6: A work in progress narrative literature review exploring the impact of minority engineering programs on the experiences of Black students in undergraduate engineering programs

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Stephanie A Damas, Clemson University; Lisa Benson, Clemson University

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visions of change, such as diversity goalsand strategic plans that seldom address the institutionalized racism that plagues theexperiences of Black students. (Dumas & Ross, 2016; Baber, 2015). The attempt to supportBlackness while neglecting the racialized experiences of Black students at the hands of Whitesupremacy is a phenomenon scholars have found to be commonplace among PWIs. As PWIsbegan establishing themselves as educational and research powerhouses, White malesupremacy was the grounding ideology for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) education (Slaton, 2010). Scientific racism in the 1800s and 1900s was a product ofperceptions and beliefs about the inferiority of Black people (Roberts, 2011). These beliefspermeate

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Track 1: Technical Session 8: Cutting the Curb for Students with Disabilities Transitioning to Higher Education

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Seth Vuletich, Colorado School of Mines; Brianna B Buljung, Colorado School of Mines; Jamie Marie Regan, Colorado School of Mines

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Rehabilitation Act Independence ◦ Familial support networks ◦ Self-advocacy Institutional barriers ◦ Inaccessible material ◦ Under-trained instructors ◦ Lack of staff/dedicated personnel ◦ Poor representationTo begin our project, we reviewed the literature to understand the problem better. A 2020survey conducted by the Office of Special Education Programs in the Department of Educationfound 23% of responding students with disabilities reported planned enrollment in highereducation [2] compared to a study conducted in 2021 which found that 38% of the generalpopulation of 18–24-year-olds were enrolled [3

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Track 5: Technical Session 1: Peru in State College

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Lauren A Griggs Griggs, Pennsylvania State University ; Julio Urbina, Pennsylvania State University

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Scholarshipii. Demonstrated financial neediii. Leadership, scholastic engagement, and community engagementiv. Engagement with Penn Statev. Personal and social responsibilityvi. High achievement in high school courses 4Once selected as a finalist, students are then asked tosubmit a nomination from a mentor, counselor or teacherbased on the following prompts:i. Please describe how the nominee embodies the values of effort, integrity, ingenuity, and/or servant leadership.ii. Please describe how the nominee has contributed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and plans to continue in these efforts at Penn State and in their future career as

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Ver Llegar - Stand and Watch Them Come- Then Dance with the Bulls.

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Karan Watson, The Abura Group; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University; Christine A Stanley

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––diversity in colleges and universities impact quality of life issues in the larger society. Examples include the achievement of democratic ideals, the development of an educated and involved citizenry, and the ways in which groups who are underserved in society are able to receive the services that they require.Adaptive Strategic Thinking• Take time to understand psychology behind the resistance or out right opposition to efforts.• Combine art and discipline of planning, marketing, and change management.UnderstandingOpposition andThreats to DEIPolicies (Lyer, 2022)• Benefits from the status quo• Power wielded from advantaged groups• Resource threat–losing access to outcomes and opportunities• Symbolic threat–concern about new values

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Track 7: Technical Session 8: Fostering Inclusive Learning Environments while Navigating DEI Backlash

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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valerie a guerrero williamson, Stevens Institute of Technology

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?Instruction Mentorship• Course policies & planning • Look for opportunities to support interests and efforts of minoritized• Course content, framing, exposure students and colleagues to critical thinking • Consider your own strengths and• Being friendly & learning about the weaknesses as a mentor goals of your students• How you encourage discussion and • Differentiate between your skills as a mentor, adviser, and critical thinking supervisor/manager

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Track 8: Technical Session 3: Exploring Engineering Faculty Views on their Role in Broadening Participation in Engineering

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Gerica Brown, University of Dayton

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student support systems which could provide the encouragement that studentsneeded to offset any internal or external doubts or challenges that they might encounter. Colindemonstrated this in the excerpt below as he discussed helping a student navigate a mental healthcrisis: I had a student who was probably their sophomore year maybe… second semester of their sophomore year, in one of my classes, you know, had a huge kind of nervous breakdown. And struggled to finish the class. And so, we kind of worked on a plan to basically say if they will, you know, you’re several assignments behind, I can delay your final grade for up to 30 days. Just get me some of these assignments, you know, it doesn’t have to be all of

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Track 3: Technical Session 6: Organizational Transformation for Graduate Education: Intentionally Engaging Graduate Students as Partners in Equity Work

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Julia Machele Brisbane, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Teirra K Holloman, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Natali Huggins, Virginia Tech ; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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overburden marginalized students and needing to have theirinvolvement according to the principles of community engagement. Advancing equity workregularly comes at the expense of graduate students themselves, especially those that come frommarginalized communities. Equity work and the emotional burdens produced by doing said workoften go unnoticed and uncompensated within academia. The purpose of this paper is to presentthe initial plans for exploring how to shift more power to graduate students through communityengagement so that graduate students will have a voice within PROTEGE.IntroductionAs part of a broader effort to diversify engineering education, greater attention has been puttowards improving the experiences of people from marginalized