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Sunai Kim, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Giuseppe Lomiento, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Jeyoung Woo, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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, benefitting from the comprehensive data set that can begenerated by such a large student population. 2. Identifying ChallengesThis section provides an overview of the critical challenges affecting student success in the CivilEngineering curriculum at CPP. Three major challenges were quantitatively identified, as detailedin the following.(1) Struggles in Statics and Mechanics of Materials: In the 2021-2022 academic year, a total of171 students in Statics (CE 2041) and a total of 192 students in Mechanics of Materials (CE 2051)were analyzed. Among these students, 38.6% failed CE 2041 (received grades D, F, or W; passinggrade is C-) and 21.4% failed CE2051. These courses have high failure rates and act as a barrierfor students to move forward with

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Xianglong Wang, University of California, Davis; Vincent Tran, University of California, Davis; Gabriela Lee, University of California, Davis; Sadie Jean Davis, Mariko Chang Consulting, Inc. and Sadie J Davis Consulting LLC; Mary Spooner; Mariko Chang; Andrew X Stewart, NextSense EEG; Christopher John Nitta, University of California, Davis; Tiffany Marie Chan, University of California, Davis; Angelika Aldea Tamura, University of California, Davis; Xin Liu, University of California, Davis; Gene Gurkoff, University of California, Davis; Wilsaan M Joiner, University of California, Davis; Erkin Seker, University of California, Davis; Karen A Moxon, University of California Davis

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focused on promoting diversity in the next generation ofneuroengineers to perform convergent science by integrating the latest advanced in neuroscience,engineering, and computer science in an ethical way. NeuralStorm promotes diversity andconvergent science by integrating multiple programs on campus, with core members beingneuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, computer science, mechanical and aerospaceengineering, and electrical and computer engineering. The program has since enrolled 16 fundedPh.D. student fellows, of whom 8 are women and 3 are underrepresented minorities. Everystudent who is interested in neuroengineering can register as an unfunded trainee and attend theevents organized by NeuralStorm. An additional 77 Ph.D

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Shadnaz Asgari, California State University, Long Beach; Ga Young Suh, California State University, Long Beach; Perla Ayala, California State University Long Beach

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from Establishing a Multidisciplinary Biomedical Engineering Program at CSULBAbstractBiomedical Engineering (BME) integrates engineering, natural sciences and medicine to addresshealthcare challenges. To meet growing demand and advance inclusive excellence in STEM,California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) established an independent BS BME programand pursued ABET accreditation to ensure quality and industry alignment.This paper shares CSULB’s experience with its first-time ABET accreditation for its BMEprogram, outlining steps taken, lessons learned, and key recommendations for other institutions.It details how the program met accreditation criteria, implemented assessment processes, andaligned the curriculum with

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Mehran Andalibi, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Jonathan M Adams, United States Military Academy

Academy Dr. Jonathan Adams is an Assistant Professor at The United States Military Academy at Westpoint where he assists in the direction of the writing program. Dr. Adams specializes in rhetorical theories of persuasion, especially as they relate to the fields of engineering and technical communication. His work in business communication and marketing practices in engineering has been used internally by multiple U.S. Universities and he is an active participant in ASEE’s push for the integration of writing and rhetoric with engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Bridging Abstract Mathematics and Practical Engineering Design:A Pre-Capstone Project to Enhance

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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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body kinematics, Newton’s Second Law for rigid bodies,and rigid body work and energy. The design of ALMs integrates video lectures, interactivequestions, activities, and tailored feedback to guide students through these topics and improvelearning outcomes. The component sequence of each ALM can be seen in Figure 1, serving as ablueprint for the structural components of each ALM.Figure 1. A schematic showing the principle components and sequencing of the online learning modulewith adaptive learning interventions.Intro VideoEach module begins with an introductory video that connects the topic to a real-worldapplication, highlighting its impact beyond the classroom. In most of these, we highlight thework of a female or other non-traditional

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Siyuan Meng, University of Southern California

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wenzhuop@usc.edu Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering University of Southern California Elizabeth Finley edfinley@usc.edu Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering University of Southern California Bocheng Jin bochengj@usc.edu Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering University of Southern CaliforniaAbstractIn an Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering program, a tailored curriculum adaptation wasintroduced to

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Siyuan Meng, University of Southern California

introduced innovative approaches to supportingstudents with disabilities 1,2 , particularly through the use of visual instruction 3,4 . Visual instructionleverages diagrams, step-by-step guides, and other graphical aids to complement traditionalteaching methods, making learning more accessible for students who face challenges inauditory-based education. For hearing-impaired students, visual instruction plays a critical role inbridging the gap created by their limited access to verbal explanations during lectures 5,4,6 .Thispaper explores the use of visual instruction in AME308: Computer-Aided Design (CAD), afoundational course in an aerospace and mechanical engineering curriculum. The course, whichheavily relies on Siemens NX software, integrates

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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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. Additionally, she serves as the chair of the undergraduate subcommittee for the department’s Health, Equity, and Wellness committee and holds the position of president in the BMES student chapter at UC Davis.Saahil Sachdeva, University of California, Davis Saahil Sachdeva is a 4th-year undergraduate student in biomedical engineering at UC Davis. After completing his role as the 2024 Peer Mentor for the BME at the Health Campus program, he is now guiding the students to integrate their clinical immersion experience into their upcoming capstone projects. Saahil is also actively involved in research, including the development of a bone marrow microphysiological system under Dr. Steven George at UC Davis and an innovative