Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session I

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Michelle Kay Bothwell, Oregon State University; Padma Akkaraju, Oregon State University; Joseph McGuire, Oregon State University; Thuy T. Tran, Oregon State University; Andrea Zigler, Oregon State University

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Diversity, Faculty

Ad Litem Guidebook. Her current areas of interests include examining the efforts toward equity and inclusion within hegemonic organizational cultures that support authoritarian practices. Address: 1148, Kelley Engineering Center, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331Joseph McGuire, College of Engineering, Oregon State University Joe McGuire joined the faculty of Oregon State University in 1987, and carried out research and teaching activities in biochemical and biomedical materials engineering until his retirement in January 2018. He is now Professor Emeritus in the School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering. Joe has served as Associate Dean for Faculty Advancement in the College of

Conference Session

Race/Ethnicity Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Lesley M. Berhan, University of Toledo; Revathy Kumar; Aaron Lee Adams, Alabama A&M University; Marjory A. Goodloe; Jimmie Karl Jones, University of Toledo; Willie Lewis McKether, The University of Toledo

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Diversity, Race/Ethnicity

in the areas of com- posites and fibrous materials and engineering education. She received her B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the University of the West Indies in St. Augustine, Trinidad, her M.S. in Civil Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She joined the faculty at the University of Toledo in 2004. As the Assistant Dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement she leads the development and execution of initiatives and programs to facilitate the recruitment, retention, and success of women, students from underrepresented groups and first generation students. These duties are well aligned with her

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session VII

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Nancy Mariano, Seattle University; Agnieszka Miguel, Seattle University; Mara Rempe, Seattle University; J. McLean Sloughter, Seattle University

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

and Engineering (CSE) is comprised primarily of undergraduateprograms, which are the focus of this study. We examine data on undergraduate students who wereenrolled in the CSE’s engineering programs (comprised of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical& Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science) for any part of their time atSeattle University. We present results identifying barriers to students’ successfully completing degreesin these programs, including examining the impacts of transfer versus first-time-in-college status,students’ prior mathematics and science background, and pressures related to differing levels of unmetfinancial need.These findings will be used to inform the development of new policies

Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session II

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Nicole N. Aljoe, Northeastern University; Stacy Blake-Beard, Simmons College; Michele C. Deramo, Virginia Tech; Barbara J. Guthrie, Northeastern University; Kathleen Kenney, Northeastern University; Carol B. Muller, Stanford University; Jan Rinehart, Northeastern University; Rania Sanford, Stanford University; Shawna Vican, University of Delaware

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Faculty

consulting associate professor of mechanical engineering between 1998 and 2002, collaborating with faculty and staff to create ”New Century Scholars: Teaching, Learning, and Your Academic Career,” a summer workshop designed for new engineering faculty members. A Fellow of the Association for Women in Science, Dr. Muller and her work have been recognized with other na- tional awards, including the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring, and the Anita Borg Social Impact Award. She has authored and presented numerous papers, presentations, and workshops. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth in philosophy, master’s and Ph.D. degrees in education administration and policy

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session VII

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Laura E. Sullivan-Green, San Jose State University

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

Paper ID #242652018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and ComputingDiversity Conference: Crystal City, Virginia Apr 29Assessing the impact of the flipped classroom approach on under-representedstudentsDr. Laura E Sullivan-Green, San Jose State University Dr. Laura Sullivan-Green is an Associate Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at San Jos´e State University. She obtained her BS from the University of Dayton (Dayton, OH) in 2002 and her MS (2005) and PhD (2008) from Northwestern University (Evanston, IL). She teaches in the areas of Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, and History of

Conference Session

Potpourri - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Catherine Mobley, Clemson University; Catherine E. Brawner, Research Triangle Educational Consultants; Susan M. Lord, University of San Diego; Joyce B. Main, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Michelle M. Camacho, University of San Diego

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Veterans

engineering. Her evaluation work includes evaluating teamwork models, statewide pre-college math initiatives, teacher and faculty professional development programs, and S-STEM pro- grams.Dr. Susan M Lord, University of San Diego Susan M. Lord received a B.S. from Cornell University and the M.S. and Ph.D. from Stanford University. She is currently Professor and Chair of Electrical Engineering at the University of San Diego. Her teach- ing and research interests include electronics, optoelectronics, materials science, first year engineering courses, feminist and liberative pedagogies, engineering student persistence, and student autonomy. Her research has been sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF). Dr. Lord is a

Conference Session

Disability Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Cassandra J. Groen, Virginia Tech; Marie C. Paretti, Virginia Tech; Lisa D. McNair, Virginia Tech; Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., Virginia Tech; Ashley Shew, Virginia Tech

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Disability

she could manage her disease while maintaining energy and focus to keep progressingthrough her program.Anthony is a senior who had experienced a much different pathway into civil engineering thanother students. While investing his first two years of college in a mechanical engineering degree,he felt disinterested in the material and struggled with focusing on his coursework. Aftermultiple attempts and reassurances of just “sticking it out” with no improvement in his academicperformance, Anthony was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Upon hisdiagnosis, he medically withdrew from his second-semester mechanical engineering courses,worked a part time job, and researched other engineering disciplines. He then decided to go intocivil

Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session V

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Teresa J. Cutright, University of Akron; Rebecca Kuntz Willits, University of Akron; Linda T. Coats, Mississippi State University; Lakiesha N. Williams, Mississippi State University; Debora F. Rodrigues, University of Houston

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Faculty

. Lakiesha Williams is an Associate Professor in the department of Agricultural and Biological Engi- neering at Mississippi State University. Dr. Williams’ research encompasses studying the biomechanics of soft tissues and the structure-function of energy mitigating materials to be used in the design of protective gear for soldiers and athletes. She actively works on recruitment and retention initiatives for underrepre- sented minority faculty at MSU. She recently organized and hosted the inaugural visiting scholars class to recruit URM faculty to MSU. Dr. Williams has received many awards for her scholarship and outreach achievements, including the 2017 National Role Model award from Minority Access, Inc.Prof. Debora F

Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session III

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Michelle Kay Bothwell, Oregon State University; Kali Furman, Oregon State University; Qwo-Li Driskill, Oregon State University; Rebecca L. Warner, Oregon State University; Susan M. Shaw, Oregon State University; H. Tuba Ozkan-Haller, Oregon State University

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Faculty

challenging them at individual, symbolic, and institutional levels. Achievinginstitutional transformation within this theoretical context means working to shift power relationsand restructure institutional arrangements by disrupting the invisibility of power and privilege forthose who benefit from these arrangements, and building egalitarian structures that change theways people interact—from the hiring process to promotion and tenure to advancement ofwomen into leadership. Research suggests that successful institutional transformation must targetthe “mechanisms that produce inequality” [11]. We argue that such transformation must alsotarget mechanisms that produce inequity, as well as address the needs of individual women.Approach: The ADVANCE

Conference Session

Graduate Education Track - Technical Session V

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Heather Doty, University of Delaware; L. Pamela Cook, University of Delaware

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Diversity, Graduate Education

Paper ID #241182018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and ComputingDiversity Conference: Crystal City, Virginia Apr 29The Women in Engineering Graduate Student Steering Committee at theUniversity of DelawareDr. Heather Doty, University of Delaware Heather Doty is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Delaware (UD). Dr. Doty teaches undergraduate courses in thermodynamics, statics, dynamics, and statistics and technical communication, and conducts research on gender in the academic STEM workforce. She is co-PI on UD’s NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation grant, which aims to

Conference Session

First-Generation Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Jennifer Blue, Miami University; Brielle Johnson, Miami University; Amy Summerville, Miami University; Brian P. Kirkmeyer, Miami University

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Diversity, First Generation

thoughts of ”what might have been” affect emotion, motivation, and behavior. She is the PI of a grant from NSF’s EEC division investigating new interventions in engineering education that utilize social cognitive psychology.Dr. Brian P Kirkmeyer, Miami University Brian Kirkmeyer is the Karen Buchwald Wright Senior Assistant Dean for Student Success and Instructor in the College of Engineering and Computing at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. His background includes BS, MS and PhD degrees in Materials Science and Engineering (specialization in polymers), the former from Purdue University and the latter two from the University of Pennsylvania. He has work experiences in automotive electronics (Delphi Automotive Systems

Conference Session

Undergraduate Education Track - Technical Session I

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Stephen Secules, University of Georgia; Nicola W. Sochacka, University of Georgia; Joachim Walther, University of Georgia

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

enhance their agency and empower students to connect to resources.Although subtle, a programmatic attention to student agency may mean the difference betweenprograms creating “students who need help” versus “students who are empowered to transformoppressive systems.” In our own experience of facilitating groups of underrepresented students[26] as researchers of their own experiences [27] we observed students' passionate desire to notonly understand their own experiences of marginalization in community with their peers, but alsoto direct the insights gained about mechanism of oppression towards institutional change.IV.B. Intergroup DialogueWhile liberatory pedagogy and intersectionality represent major scholarly social theories of thepast century

Conference Session

Gender Track - Technical Session VI

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Lalita G. Oka, California State University, Fresno; Kimberly Stillmaker P.E., California State University, Fresno

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Diversity, Gender

., Statics and Mechanics of Materials), offered within thecollege. The authors wish to investigate whether the addition of these female faculty affected thepercentage of the department’s female students entering these sub-disciplines. The authors willuse cohorts of students who attended prior to their hiring as a baseline. Additionally, the authorswill compare the data from post-hiring cohorts based on whether they took a foundationalengineering course with a female instructor.While these correlations are of interest, the numerical information on retention and GPA only tellsa part of the story. Considering the qualitative of experiences that women have in an engineeringprogram in terms of classroom environment, interactions with peers, faculty, and

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session III

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Elizabeth R. Kurban, University of Maryland, College Park; Paige E. Smith, University of Maryland, College Park

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

collaborative within the NSF-funded National Girls Collaborative Project which brings together girl-serving organizations across Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. that are committed to increasing the number of young women pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers. Currently, Paige is serving as the Immediate Past President for the Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN). Paige earned her Ph.D. and M.S. in industrial and systems engineering and B.S. in engineering science and mechanics from Virginia Tech. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018Title: Exploring the incorporation of diversity and inclusion curriculum in engineering

Conference Session

Disability Track - Technical Session VI

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Alexander Michael Alvarez, University of Arizona; Paula C. Johnson, University of Arizona; Stephanie Zawada M.S., University of Arizona; Linda R. Shaw; Marla A. Franco, University of Arizona; Vignesh Subbian, University of Arizona

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Disability

testing skills), Learning Specialist (including anymeetings over phone, email, or in person with learning specialists), Tutoring (for any particular topic orsubject), Math and Science Lab (for drop-in tutoring of math and science subjects), Writing Lab (fordrop-in tutoring on writing and editing), and Tech Coaching (for help in utilizing tech resources) . Inaddition, we collected specific information on the majors of engineering students and courses for whichstudents were seeking academic support.ResultsResource Availability We found 34 webpages offering resources for students with disabilities on the arizona.eduwebsite through a simple internet search. Of these webpages, 15 pages were DRC materials ranging from‘FAQ’ and disability

Conference Session

Race/Ethnicity Track - Technical Session III

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Paula Lynn Rees, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; David J. McLaughlin, University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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Race/Ethnicity

students of color) the positive retention impacts observed in theDennehy and Dasgupta study. The Connect for Success mentoring program coordinator hostedseveral open house events with food to recruit mentees, and enlisted the assistance of the 25 plusengineering student organizations, instructors of the required freshman engineering seminar course,and faculty teaching the core freshman engineering courses in each department to recruit further.Giving a choice, first-year students chose not to participate in a “mentoring” program, but wereapparently willing to participate in an “important study”.The structure of the mentoring program offered by COE aimed to mimic the NSF study programformat. The same mentor training materials were adopted, and

Conference Session

LGBTQ+ Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

David J. McLaughlin, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Genny Beemyn, University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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Diversity, LGBTQ+

. 7 Figure3.Coursedesignofanew4-creditversionofQueerLights5. ConclusionOur objective has been to combine two academic themes, one related to the experiences of LGBTQ+individuals and the other related electronics and computer programming in a course that is viewed bystudents as inclusive and accessible. A semester-long project focused on a programmable LGBTQ+ themedlight display serves as a nexus to integrate the LGBTQ+ and “tech” topics. The first two instances of thecourse indicate that this integrating mechanism can be effective and students appreciate the course, especiallywhen both themes are actively and structurally maintained

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session VI

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Najmah Thomas, University of South Carolina, Beaufort; Ronald Erdei, University of South Carolina, Beaufort

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

in a review of the literature on stereotype threat in academic settings. Stereotype threatrefers to being at risk of confirming, as a self-characteristic, negative stereotypes about one’s socialgroup (Steele and Aronson, 1995). Mechanisms involved in stereotype threat include reducedworking memory capacity, changes in physiological processes, lowered performance expectations,negative cognitions, and anxiety. Research suggests stereotype threat can be disruptive enough toimpair intellectual performance for students, particularly in undergraduate STEM programs.Although research on the link between stereotype threat and STEM program outcomes is relativelynew, initiatives have been implemented in a variety of post-secondary education settings

Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Autumn Marie Reed, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Nilanjan Banerjee, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Elsa D. Garcin, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Wayne G. Lutters, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Susan McDonough, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Christopher Murphy, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Kevin Erling Omland, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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Faculty

recruiting a critically diverse faculty.Focused Conversation ModelOne of the earliest challenges STRIDE faced was deciding on the appropriate way for us toengage with our faculty peers on these issues. At first, we considered following the University ofMichigan STRIDE format, which consisted of a traditional workshop in which STRIDE fellowsshare information about implicit bias and best practices for its mitigation in the recruitmentprocess. All of the fellows were comfortable with this approach, especially because we allattended a live training and had the materials. Although this was the easy solution, STRIDEknew that given the specific context and needs of UMBC, this approach would be lacking.Moreover, the Deans were already offering required

Conference Session

Diversity Research - Session I

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Donna M. Riley, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Diversity, Diversity Research

privilege, such as the teaching tolerancelearning standards. 47 These include specific learning outcomes across four anchors: identity,diversity, justice, and action.As with all education, all students may not achieve learning objectives in one lesson plan, onecourse, or one degree program. Our goal is to facilitate student learning as much and as best aswe can. Some students will resist learning about STEM diversity. This presents its own learningopportunity for students as well as faculty. 48One key question related to content is how much to include the arguments of those who opposeSTEM diversity. One of our own ethical obligations as educators is not to present discreditedmaterial – at least not in a way that would imply such material has merit

Conference Session

Gender Track - Technical Session VII

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Mayari I. Serrano, Purdue Polytechnic Institute; Suzanne Zurn-Birkhimer, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Rachel Ann Baker

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Diversity, Gender

Classification Conference usefulness rate had a rating scale of 1 to 4 with 4 denoting Professional Community • Materials Research Society Spring Meet- ing and Exhibit • DMMM2: diversity in the excellent or totally useful. The variables of commitment, minerals, metals, and materials profession confidence, personal impact, professional impact, and • Robert H. Goddard Memorial Symposium inspiration has a rating scale of 0 to 5 with 5 denoting Leadership • National Conference for College Women

Conference Session

Gender Track - Technical Session III

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Tim John Weston, University of Colorado, Boulder; Wendy DuBow, National Center for Women & IT; Alexis Kaminsky, Kaminsky Consulting, LLC

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Diversity, Gender

STEM curricula and teaching meth- ods, and the design of tests and surveys. He is also part of the research project Talking About Leaving Revisited which examines why undergraduates leave STEM majors.Dr. Wendy DuBow, National Center for Women & IT Dr. Wendy DuBow is director of evaluation at the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) and affiliate faculty member in Women and Gender Studies at the University of Colorado. She conducts mixed methods social science research, creates practical print and multimedia resources, and evaluates the effectiveness of the various programs and materials NCWIT produces. Her research has explored the role of male advocates for gender diversity in the

Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session I

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Sara A. Atwood, Elizabethtown College; Robin McCann, Shippensburg University; Alice Armstrong, Shippensburg University; Bilita S. Mattes, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

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Diversity, Faculty

Paper ID #213292018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and ComputingDiversity Conference: Crystal City, Virginia Apr 29Social Enterprise Model for a Multi-Institutional Mentoring Network for Womenin STEMDr. Sara A. Atwood, Elizabethtown College Dr. Sara A. Atwood is an Associate Professor and Chair of Engineering at Elizabethtown College in Penn- sylvania. She holds a BA and MS from Dartmouth College, and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Atwood’s research interests are in creativity, engineering design, first-generation and low-income students, internship

Conference Session

Race/Ethnicity Track - Technical Session I

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Karis Boyd-Sinkler, Virginia Tech; Amy L. Hermundstad, Virginia Tech; Mayra S. Artiles , Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Canek Moises Luna Phillips, Rice University; Benjamin David Lutz, Oregon State University; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Tech

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Race/Ethnicity

engineering student support centers in regards to student attrition and persistence rates. Ms. Boyd received her B.S. in Engineering Science from the University of Virginia in 2014.Ms. Amy L Hermundstad, Virginia Tech Amy Hermundstad is a doctoral student and Graduate Research Assistant at Virginia Tech. She received her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Colorado State University and is currently pursuing an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education. Her research interests include the professional development of engineering students through out-of-class activities.Ms. Mayra S Artiles , Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education Mayra S. Artiles is a Ph.D. student in Engineering Education

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Session V

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Ni Li, California State University, Los Angeles; Gustavo B. Menezes, California State University, Los Angeles; Emily L. Allen, California State University, Los Angeles; Paul S. Nerenberg, California State University, Los Angeles

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

students’ favorite activity and can increase their interest to learn.In both the lecturing and in-class activities, the strategy “think-pair-share” was used to promotestudents’ enthusiasm and learning. At the end of each class, an individual quiz was normally carried outto test students’ learning outcome. The instructor revealed answers right after the quiz to give studentsreal-time feedback. On top of all these, homework was assigned on a weekly basis with 3-5 questions.Preliminary FindingsThe Fall 2017 FYrE cohort included 55 students students from Civil, Mechanical and ElectricalEngineering and Computer Science, who were divided into two sections. All the materials used were thesame for both of the sections. Aligned with what has been reported

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Woodrow Wilson Winchester III, Robert Morris University; Jameela Al-Jaroodi, Robert Morris University; Rika Wright Carlsen, Robert Morris University

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Diversity, Undergraduate Education

. In addition, she is also involved in various activities and initiatives to address diversity and inclusion issues. RIKA WRIGHT CARLSEN is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering at Robert Morris University. She also serves as a Coordinator of Outreach for the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Science. She received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Johns Hop- kins University and her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. She currently teaches courses in statics and strength of materials, fluid mechanics, biomedical engineering principles, and biomaterials. Her research interests lie in the areas of injury biomechanics, tissue mechanics, finite

Conference Session

Gender Track - Technical Session VI

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Nancy K. Lape, Harvey Mudd College; Christopher Clark, Harvey Mudd College; Lori Bassman, Harvey Mudd College; Matthew Spencer, Harvey Mudd College; Angela Lee; R. Erik Spjut, Harvey Mudd College; Albert M. Dato, Harvey Mudd College; Laura Palucki Blake, Harvey Mudd College; TJ Tsai, Harvey Mudd College

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Diversity, Gender

transdermal drug delivery.Prof. Christopher Clark Dr. Christopher Clark is a Professor at Harvey Mudd College where his research includes multi robot systems and underwater robotics.Dr. Lori Bassman, Harvey Mudd CollegeMatthew Spencer, Harvey Mudd College Matthew Spencer is an assistant professor at Harvey Mudd College. His research interests include inte- grating mechanical, chemical and quantum devices into circuits and communication links in harsh envi- ronments. He has also worked on experiential and hands-on learning.Dr. Angela LeeProf. R. Erik Spjut, Harvey Mudd College Prof. Spjut is the Union Oil Company Design Fellow and Professor of Engineering in the Department of Engineering at Harvey Mudd College. He has

Conference Session

Computing Track - Technical Session II

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Amber Manning-Ouellette, Iowa State University; Lora Leigh G. Chrystal, Iowa State University; Allie Parrott, Iowa State University

Tagged Topics

Computing, Diversity

Our intent is to explore student reflection and outcomes of service-learning throughqualitative methodology. We utilized narrative inquiry through large descriptive data sets(Denzin & Lincoln, 2018). Qualitative methods allowed us to review student narratives andunderstand reflective processes (Chase, 2018). The goal of this study was to examine studentexperiences and their reflection of material to better communicate outcomes and benefits ofenrolling in a service-learning course.A WiSE approach: Examining how service-learning impacts first-year women in STEM 7 We instituted purposeful random sampling (Light, Singer, & Willett, 1990) to recruitcollege women in STEM, enrolled in a service-learning leadership

Conference Session

PreK-12 Track -. Technical Session III

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Bhumi Mevawala, Engineers on Wheels; Angelique Tucker, Engineers on Wheels; Amanda Rose Basantis, Engineers on Wheels; Elizabeth Beatty, Engineers on Wheels; Joseph Egan, Engineers on Wheels; Kauser Jahan, Rowan University

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Pre K-12 Education

determine their knowledge of engineering before hands on activities and projects are completed. The goal is to spark students knowledge in engineering at a young age by performing experiments and activities. A final survey is given after the activities are conducted to understand how much the students have learned about engineering.Elizabeth Beatty, Engineers on Wheels I am a senior civil engineering major at Rowan University. I have participated in the Engineers on Wheels clinics since the second semester of junior year.Joseph Egan, Engineers on Wheels I am a junior at Rowan University, currently studying Mechanical Engineering. My research is focused on increasing interest in STEM education in grades K-6 students. We

Conference Session

Race/Ethnicity Track - Technical Session IV

Collection

2018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and Computing Diversity Conference

Authors

Sarah Rodriguez, Iowa State University; Mackenzie Sissel, Iowa State University; Ronnia Estes, Iowa State University ; Erin Doran, Iowa State University

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Diversity, Race/Ethnicity

The study took place at an urban, research-intensive, and predominately white institution.Snowball sampling was used due to the relatively small number of Latinas in engineering. Thefive participants were 18 or over, identified as Latina, and were senior undergraduateengineering majors who came from varied fields including aerospace, architectural, biomedical,chemical, and mechanical engineering. Four of the participants were of Mexican origin, and oneidentified as Salvadoran. The participants varied in their self-identified socio-economic status(three high; one middle; one low). One identified as a first-generation college student; three ofthe five had at least one parent who possessed a bachelor’s or master’s degree. This qualitative