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Track 4: Technical Session 3: A narrative study of food insecure students in engineering and computing

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Justin Charles Major, Rowan University

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. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A narrative study of food insecurestudents in engineering and computing Justin C. Major, Ph.D 2025 CoNECD Conference This material is based upon grants supported by the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (NJOSHE). Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the reviews of NJOSHE. 1 Hunger is a serious issue among college students. • ~24-30% of college

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Track 5: Technical Session 1: Engineering and Computer Science Faculty Members' Personal and Professional Perspectives on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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Yvette E. Pearson P.E., University of Texas at Dallas; Canek Moises Luna Phillips, Rice University; Lisa J. Borello, University of Texas at Dallas; Torrie Cropps; Jue Wu, Univertify of Florida; Samara Rose Boyle

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Paper ID #45255Engineering and Computer Science Faculty Members’ Personal and ProfessionalPerspectives on Diversity, Equity, and InclusionDr. Yvette E. Pearson P.E., University of Texas at Dallas Dr. Yvette E. Pearson is the former Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at The University of Texas at Dallas. A Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), she is recognized globally for nearly 30 years in higher education, particularly for her work to advance sustainability, access, and opportunity in STEM education and practice. Her

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Track 3: Technical Session 5: Technology and Society: Incorporating ethics, inclusion, and societal understanding into computer and technology and engineering education curriculum design.

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Carrie Prior, Excelsior University; James Tippey, Excelsior College

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a frequent presenter and publisher on internationalization, strategic planning, globally focused academics, and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL). Carrie is a 2019 Fulbright recipient and holds an Ed.D. in the Design of Learning Environments from Rutgers University.James Tippey, Excelsior College ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Technology and Society Incorporating ethics, inclusive belonging for excellence, and societal understanding into computer and technology and engineering education curriculum design(2025). CoNECD Conference, February 9-11, 2025, San Antonio, TX Session Outline

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Track 3: Technical Session 5: Work In Progress: Understanding Servingness for Minoritized Students in Introductory Computing Courses at a Hispanic Serving Community College

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Sarah L Rodriguez, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Antarjot Kaur, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Paul Charles Bigby Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Taylor Johnson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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evaluation. This classroom gave her space to not only learn about AI, bridge the gap between her major and passions. The classroom was able to act and serve as a space that tugs on the interdisciplinary aspect of AI and use it in creative ways that bolster the academic outcome of her career aspirations in the form of labor market outcomes. This is important at the HSCC as computing culture is a “brotopia” and centered in STEM that may not have given a student like Mia the space to understand the content and create the connections between her interests and the computing field that we see in this classroom is helping in developing her future career aspirations in that help in her valuing the class and connecting her

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

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Duhem equation using Legendre transforms Thermo: Compute property changes on mixing using65 partial molar properties Thermo: Compute fluid properties from two and three66 parameter corresponding statesProposed Modularization - SafetyImplications and Takeaways• Most LO’s, especially the “important” ones, were sorted as Undergraduate Level Eun B. (2017). The zone of proximal development as an overarching concept: A framework for synthesizing Vygotsky’s theories. Educational Philosophy and Theory, 51(1), 18-30. https://doi.org/10.1080/00131857.2017.1421941• In our BOK, the graduate core curriculum indicated that the mastery of undergraduate learning is essential for CHE

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Track 6: Techncal Session 7: Growing BPE Efforts: Lessons Learned from a College-Wide Seed Grant Program

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Gabriella Coloyan Fleming, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Christine Julien, Virginia Tech

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research interests include assets-based teaching and learning and DEI topics in graduate education, faculty hiring and retention, and pathways to an academic career.Dr. Christine Julien, Virginia Tech Christine Julien is a Professor and the Department Head in Computer Science at Virginia Tech University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Growing Broadening Participation in Engineering Efforts:Lessons Learned from aCollege-Wide Seed Grant Program Gabriella Coloyan Fleming & Christine Julien Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityMotivation: Creating a Learning OrganizationOur seed grants program contributes to both conditionsof a learning organization

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Track 1: Technical Session 6: "Use of a multi-level self-study to engage campus stakeholders and improve STEM student learning outcomes "

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Jennifer Speed, Texas State University; Don Pair, University of Dayton

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teaching and learning.Don Pair, University of Dayton ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Use of a multi-level self-study to engage campus stakeholders and improve STEM student learning outcomes Jennifer Speed, Texas State University Donald L. Pair, University of DaytonAbstractSpurred by longstanding concerns about inequities in STEM learning outcomes, includingamong students in a university’s growing engineering and computer science programs, a smallteam of faculty and staff at a midsized university undertook an institution-wide initiative tounderstand its entire STEM learning environment, i.e., the conditions that inform

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

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Paper ID #45266Supporting Engineering Graduate Students to Create Inclusive Learning Environments:A Professional Development Program at a Hispanic-Serving InstitutionDr. Katherine R. McCance, The University of Texas at San Antonio Dr. Katie McCance is a postdoctoral fellow at The University of Texas at San Antonio. She received her PhD in STEM Education, with a focus in Science Education, from North Carolina State University. Her research interests include STEM education at HSIs, professional development for STEM instructors, and interdisciplinary collaborations. ©American Society for Engineering

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Track 3: Technical Session 3: Work-in-Progress: Development of an HBCU/Research 1 Collaborative to Increase African American Semiconductor Manufacturing Researchers

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Laura Sams Haynes, Georgia Institute of Technology; Kinnis Gosha, Morehouse College; Talia Capozzoli Kessler, Georgia Institute of Technology; R. Christian Ford, Georgia Institute of Technology; Whitney L Nelson

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Computer Science majors through access to facilities and projects atGeorgia Tech. Part of these virtual 1-hour monthly meetings focus on opportunities to supportresearch collaboration. Monthly meetings may include guest attendees to discuss prospectivecollaboration goals. While these meetings concentrate on new proposal opportunities, they do notinclude meetings dedicated to the development of specific research proposals. Program leadsalso share opportunities to learn more about the research at Georgia Tech Computer Engineeringthrough research talks, articles, and manuscripts. Introductions to Georgia Tech faculty membersare made, as necessary. The results of the meetings are shared with the Morehouse College’sOffice of Research and Sponsored

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Track 4: Technical Session 5: Impact of Generative AI Technologies on Blind and Visually Impaired Students: A Case Study

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Lance Leon Allen White, Texas A&M University; Sara Amani, Texas A&M University; Trini Sofia Balart, Texas A&M University; Amanda Kate Lacy; Gene Sung-Ho Kim, Stanford University; Gibin Raju, Texas A&M University; Karan Watson P.E., Texas A&M University; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University

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education. Her main research interests include Improving engineering students’ learning, innovative ways of teaching and learning, and how artificial intelligence can be used in education in a creative and ethical way.Ms. Amanda Kate Lacy Amanda Lacy is a PhD student at Texas A&M University in the department of Computer Science and Engineering. Her interests are broad, with an emphasis on applying computing to promote access to information and spaces, both virtual and physical. She holGene Sung-Ho Kim, Stanford UniversityDr. Gibin Raju, Texas A&M University Gibin Raju is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Texas A&M University in the Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering. He completed his Ph.D. in Engineering

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Track 3: Technical Session 1: Bridging Educational Equity Gaps: A Systematic Review of AI-Driven Tools for Students Living with Disabilities in Engineering and STEM Education

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Kevin Zhongyang Shao, University of Washington; Denise Wilson, University of Washington; Eric Kyeong-Min Cho, University of Washington; Sophia Tang, University of Washington; Hanlin Ma, University of Washington; Sep Makhsous, University of Washington

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Paper ID #45288Bridging Educational Equity Gaps: A Systematic Review of AI-Driven andNew Technologies for Students Living with Disabilities in STEM EducationKevin Zhongyang Shao, University of Washington Zhongyang (Kevin) Shao is currently a first-year Ph.D. student in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Washington, Seattle (UW). His research focuses on human-computer interaction and STEM education, particularly in developing user-centered, inclusive, and responsible AI technologies to enhance the accessibility and personalize learning for post-secondary STEM students. His current work

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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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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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encounter unique challenges ineducational settings, particularly in STEM disciplines where communication and access tospecialized vocabulary are critical for success. Without accommodations, learning lossthroughout the educational pathway occurs with some publications reporting DHH studentsperforming as seniors in high school at fifth- and sixth-grade levels in computation and problemsolving [9]. In addition, the lack of accommodations such as real-time captioning and signlanguage interpreters during interactive STEM sessions makes it difficult for DHH students toparticipate fully [8]. Other challenges present from faculty needing time and education to supportstudents in their courses including coordinating room reservations, adaptions to course

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Track 5: Technical Session 4: Fostering an Inclusive Community Among Electrical Engineering Students with Mixed-Reality Technologies at a Hispanic-Serving Institution

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Preeti De Maurya, New Mexico State University; Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University; Theoderic Thomas Platt, New Mexico State University; Cristina Miriam Esparza, New Mexico State University; REDWAN UL HAQ CHOYON, New Mexico State University; Bill Hamilton, New Mexico State University; Marshall Allen Taylor, New Mexico State University; Luis Rodolfo Garcia Carrillo, New Mexico State University

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college persistence, such as Latinas’ performance in STEM, mentoring, and Latinx’ research involvement in Engineering. She is also interested in participating in collaborative efforts promoting interdisciplinary research. Lastly, she is currently the PI and Director of the Research-Oriented Learning Experience (ROLE) in Engineering, a National Science Foundation-funded project, and the coordinator of a Latinx Femtoring/Mentoring program at NMSU.Theoderic Thomas Platt, New Mexico State UniversityCristina Miriam Esparza, New Mexico State UniversityREDWAN UL HAQ CHOYON, New Mexico State University Redwan Ul Haq Choyon is a PhD student in computer science at New Mexico State University. His research interests include HCI

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Track 6: Technical Session 1: Gendered Impacts of Code Critiquers on Self-Efficacy in First-Year Engineering Students.

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Mary Benjamin, Michigan Technological University; Laura Albrant, Michigan Technological University; Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University; Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University; Laura E Brown, Michigan Technological University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University; AJ Hamlin, Michigan Technological University

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through education research.Dr. Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University Dr. Jarvie-Eggart is a registered professional engineer with over a decade of experience as an environmental engineer. She is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Fundamentals at Michigan Technological University. Her research interests include technology adoption, problem based and service learning, and sustainability.Dr. Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University Leo C. Ureel II is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science and in Cognitive and Learning Sciences at Michigan Technological University. He has worked extensively in the field of educational software development. His research interests include intelligent

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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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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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, The Ohio State University Monique Ross earned a doctoral degree in Engineering Education from Purdue University. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Elizabethtown College, a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Software Engineering from Auburn UniversityShawanee’ Patrick, The Ohio State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025The Cocreation of a Safe Space that Centers Women of Color Academics PRESENTED BY: JAMEKA WIGGINSMotivationThe motivation for creating the PROPELCluster was derived from the experiences& treatment of Women of Color,especially Black women professionals(e.g., faculty, postdocs, students, staff), inSTEM spaces

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Track 5: Technical Session 7: WIP: Perceptions of Instructional Practices among Engineering College Students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

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Xiaping Li, University of Michigan; Nolgie O. Oquendo-Colón, University of Michigan; Musabbiha Zaheer; Cynthia J. Finelli, University of Michigan

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instructionalmethods, except lecturing only. Also, there is a discernible shift from instructor-centered methods to student-centered approaches when comparing the instructionalmethods mentioned in lecture-based sessions to those in active learning sessions.Under the theme of class format and policy, we identified five sub-themes shared byparticipants. They are course content, class size, homework, exams, and attendance.Course content, here, represents the main areas of study or disciplines in which thecontent of a course is focused.Participants shared a variety of courses offered in the engineering field, such asmathematics, physics, chemistry, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, aerospace,and electrical engineering and computer science. The four most

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Track 5: Technical Session 1: Evaluating the five pillars of a Summer Bridge Program and their influence on participants' intentions to complete an engineering degree

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Lorena Benavides-Riano, Mississippi State University; Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University

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America. Lorena has also been part of initiatives that promote access to high-quality education, gender equality, and environmental protection. Lorena started her doctoral studies at Mississippi State University, where she serves as a graduate assistant in the Office of Inclusive Excellence at the Bagley College of Engineering. Currently, Lorena is interested in learning more about student excellence and how to close gaps for underrepresented students in STEM fields.Dr. Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University Jean Mohammadi-Aragh is the Director of Bagley College of Engineering Office of Inclusive Excellence and Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Mississippi

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

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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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to ensure an equitable, inclusive, and supportive workplace and learning community. • Collaborates with the Associate Dean (AD) to 1) define strategic priorities and examine policies, and 2) develop DEI goals and objectives for the College and its units. • Utilizes data collection and analysis to identify challenges, enhance transparency, establish accountability measures, propose effective solutions, and define metrics for evaluating progress within the college’s units and other assigned areas. • Leads and oversees the development and implementation of programs, activities, and other initiatives to educate the community on diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to increase diversity within GCOE. Prior to

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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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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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behavior and can make learning challenging.” .[6] ADDA Editorial Team, “ADHD Is Not a Learning Disability (But it Does Affect Learning),” ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association, 09-Feb-2023. .[7] L. Thenu, “Confusing ADHD and LD: They Are Not the Same Thing!,” Foothills Academy. [Online]. Available: https://www.foothillsacademy.org/community/articles/confusing_adhd_and_ld. [Accessed: 31-Mar-2024].[8] N. Rizvi and K. Mrini, “Using HCI to tackle race and gender bias in ADHD diagnosis,” presented at the CHI 2020 Conference on Human Factors in Computer Systems, Honolulu, HI, 2020.[9] P. L. Morgan, J. Staff, M. M. Hillemeier, G. Farkas, and S. Maczuga, “Racial and ethnic disparities in ADHD diagnosis from kindergarten to

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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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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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Paper ID #45177Gender Differences in Global Identity Development: Implications for InterculturalCompetence in Higher EducationDr. Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Aparajita Jaiswal is an Intercultural Research Specialist at the Center for Intercultural Learning, Mentoring, Assessment and Research (CILMAR), Purdue University. She completed her Ph.D. in 2022 from the Department of Computer and Information Technology, Purdue University. Her research interest lies at the intersection of Intercultural learning, Sociology of learning, Human-computer interaction, and STEM Education.Dr. Sakhi

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Track 7: Technical Session 1: Agriculture & Nutrition for Girls While Encouraging Leadership & Stem-Enrichment (ANGELS) Program

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Sandra C Affare, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Marissa McElrone, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Rachelle Pedersen, Texas Tech University

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Pedersen, Texas Tech University Rachelle Pedersen is an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction (Emphasis in Engineering Education). She has a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Texas A&M University and a B.S. in Engineering Science (Technology Education) from Colorado State University. Her research focuses on motivation and social influences (e.g. mentoring and identity development) that support underrepresented students in STEM fields. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Proceedings for the 8th Annual Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity(CoNECD) Conference Agriculture & Nutrition for

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

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(Tech.) (MERGED) Dr. Wright is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching, Learning, & Curriculum in Drexel University’s School of Education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 “Three strikes, you’re out… actually, that’s four strikes”: Transgressive Teacher and Student Humor in a Pre-College Engineering Classroom George Schafer (they/them), Christopher Wright (he/him) Drexel University School of EducationCoNECD Presentation Page 1 of 22OVERVIEWIntroductionContext of StudyHumor and EquityTheoretical ApproachThemes from AnalysisConclusionCoNECD Presentation Page 2 of 22 CONTEXT OF STUDY

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Track 2: Technical Session 1: Pathways into Statistics and Data Science for Low-Income, Academically Talented Undergraduate Students

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Erin Carll, University of Washington; Aryaa Rajouria, University of Washington; Rebecca Schachtman, University of Washington; Judith E Canner; Jackie Bryce Miller, University of California, Santa Barbara; Abel Rodriguez, University of Washington

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-political trends increasinglyemphasize “data-driven” ideas, boosting the importance of statistical and data literacy forinformed participation in our broader communities. However, there is a persistent “digitaldivide” in which individuals from under-resourced communities have less exposure and access totechnological tools and learning [1]. This gap corresponds with new inequalities as technologiesare largely developed by and accessible to people with privilege [2], [3]. This makes equitableaccess to relevant knowledge and skills an important social justice concern.Research suggests that in SDS, people who are lower-income, Black, Latine, women, and/ordisabled are underrepresented in high school coursework and/or the profession [4], [5], [6], [7

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Track 5: Technical Session 2: Revisiting Assessment Tools Used to Measure the Impact of Summer Program Interventions on Perceptions and Interest in Engineering Among Underrepresented Pre-College Students – A Work in Progress

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Zeynep Ambarkutuk, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jesika Monet McDaniel, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Cynthia Hampton Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kim Lester, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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influence their motivation, engagement, and long-term commitment to pursuing acareer in computer science or engineering. Additionally, frameworks around “fixing the student”or deficit-based, compared to community cultural wealth approaches that center contributingfactors that marginalized groups bring to engineering and computing from their families andcommunities [6], have increasingly emerged in rhetoric around intervention-based work. To thisend, evaluating educational interventions, such as summer camps specifically designed forunderrepresented groups, is crucial. These programs offer a unique opportunity to assess whatstrategies are effective in fostering a supportive learning environment and what areas requirefurther improvement. By examining

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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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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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integrating project management processes in undergraduate 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.Dr. Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Aparajita Jaiswal is an Intercultural Research Specialist at the Center for Intercultural Learning, Mentoring, Assessment and Research (CILMAR), Purdue University. She completed her Ph.D. in 2022 from the Department of Computer and Information Technology, Purdue University. Her research interest lies at the intersection of Intercultural learning, Sociology of learning, Human-computer interaction, and STEM

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

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professionals (Criterion 1, 6, and 8), (5)meeting curricular requirements around engineering topics, broad education, as well as math andbasic science (Criterion 4), (6) attainment of student outcomes (Criterion 3 and 4), (7) alignmentof curriculum with program educational objectives (Criterion 2), (8) support services to ensurestudents can meet program educational objectives, student outcomes, curriculum requirements(Criterion 8), (9) access to appropriate facilities and equipment to support learning and studentoutcomes (Criterion 7), etc. (ABET 2024). Although many engineering educators may onlyassociate effective advising to ABET’s Criterion 1, the reality is that effective academic advisingand career advising practices also impact ABET’s Criteria 2

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Track 3: Technical Session 3: A Strategic Program Overhaul: Increasing the Success of Women in Engineering Technology

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Leah Mackin, Rochester Institute of Technology (CET)

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in Computing Women+ in STEM Student Leader Symposium gathered 25 student leaders to share their club/organizations’ plans for the new academic year, connect with other student leaders from affinity groups to learn about ways their groups support one another, participate in networking and professional development workshop, and enjoy lunch together. Co-hosted by Women in Technology, NERD Girls in STEM, Women in Engineering, Women in ComputingMonth Three - November 2023 Saw the impact of student autonomy for program - E-Board Goal - Defined ways for students to get involved, assume leadership roles - Constitution Writing - Decide what they actually want and expect for the program and membership

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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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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University

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members to recognize Hiring Panels and mitigate biases. • Anonymize Resumes: Remove personal information during initial Blind screening. Recruitment • Standardized Assessments: Use unbiased skills assessments or tests. • Focus on Skills and Requirements: Emphasize essential skills and Clear Job experiences. Descriptions • Inclusive Language: Use gender-neutral and welcoming language. • Education and Awareness: Provide training to recognize and Unconscious address biases. Bias Training • Ongoing Learning

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Track 2: Technical Session 2: Bridging Futures Takes a Village: A Pre-College Collaborative Education and Research Approach to Broaden Participation of Underrepresented Population in STEM Career Pathways

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Olgha Bassam Qaqish, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Chloe Hincher, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Veronica Mbaneme, North Carolina State University; Sarah Olivia Harris, North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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patent for pioneering work titled, ”Methods, Systems and Computer Readable Media for applying multi-push acoustic radiation force to samples and monitoring a response to quantify mechanical properties of samples,” showcasing her expertise in applied engineering. She is also a respected author, having co-authored two textbooks. Her debut, ”Algebra Essentials,” emerged during her tenure teaching Mathematics at Wake Tech Community College, while her second publication, ”Creating a Better World: Innovation, Ingenuity, and Engineering,” serves as a cornerstone in first-year engineering courses at NC State. In addition to her roles in curriculum development and instruction, Dr. Qaqish is deeply involved in research and