Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Session V

Collection

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

Authors

Patricia R. Backer, San Jose State University; Joseph Green, WestEd; Bryan Matlen, WestEd; Cindy Kato, San Jose State University

Tagged Topics

Undergraduate Education

Paper ID #240862018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and ComputingDiversity Conference: Crystal City, Virginia Apr 29Impact on First Year Initiatives on Retention on Students: Are There Differ-ences in Retention of Students by Ethnicity and Gender?Dr. Patricia R Backer, San Jose State University Dr. Backer been a faculty at SJSU since 1990 and held positions as an assistant professor, associate professor, professor, department chair, and director. Currently, Dr. Backer serves as the PI for the Title III Strengthening grant from the U.S. Department of Education.Joseph GreenDr. Bryan Matlen, WestEd Bryan

Conference Session

Corporate Engagement Track - Technical Session V

Collection

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

Authors

Cheryl L. Knobloch, Pennsylvania State University

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Corporate Engagement, Diversity

Paper ID #242382018 CoNECD - The Collaborative Network for Engineering and ComputingDiversity Conference: Crystal City, Virginia Apr 29Penn State Engineering Mentoring for Internship Excellence (EMIX): ”Gen-erating Strategic Corporate Partnerships to Catalyze Professional Success forWomen Engineers”Ms. Cheryl L. Knobloch, The Pennsylvania State University CHERYL KNOBLOCH is a ceramic engineer by academic preparation and early technical career. As a higher education professional for more than 20 years, Cheryl initiated her Penn State engineering re- search role in 1997; her career focus shifted in 2002 through her appointment as

Conference Session

Faculty Track - Technical Session III

Collection

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

Authors

Gretalyn (Gretal) Leibnitz, Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN)

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Faculty

Mean for YOUR Work? • Teams & Time • Education & Engagement • Community & Commitment • Assessment & Awareness • Individual & Inimitable • Desire & DevelopmentResources: Toolkit &Worksheet Resources:TECAID Model & Graphic Resources: Case Studies Working as a team on DEI Issues Gathering strategic information for planning DEI change Effectively navigating conflict while engaging in DEI change efforts Think-Pair-Share: What’s Your Motivation?• Why does having a diverse, equitable, and inclusive engineering department culture matter to you? Discussion: Ground Work• Where are you already gaining ground in your desire to create DEI-related change? (can

Conference Session

Socioeconomic Track - Technical Session II

Collection

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

Authors

Dawn Anita Hunter, The University of Texas, Austin; Efren Enrique Dominguez, University of Texas, Austin; Tricia S. Berry, University of Texas, Austin

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Diversity, Socio-Economic Status

Region D Chair for the National Association for Multicultural Engineering Program Advo- cates (NAMEPA). Enrique graduated from the Cockrell School of Engineering with a Civil Engineering degree and pursued industry experience for seven years where he held positions such as Project Engineer, Lead University Recruiter, Logistics Engineer, Cost Engineer and Project Manager.Ms. Tricia S. Berry, University of Texas, Austin Tricia Berry, Director of the Women in Engineering Program (WEP) at The University of Texas at Austin, is responsible for leading the efforts on recruitment and retention of women in the Cockrell School of Engineering. She concurrently serves as Director of the Texas Girls Collaborative Project, connecting

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session VII

Collection

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

Authors

James Burton Dorsey, University of Washington

Tagged Topics

Undergraduate Education

Paper ID #24212Increasing STEM Transfer Among Underrepresented Groups: What Mat-ters for Community College StudentsMr. James Burton Dorsey, University of Washington James Dorsey is the executive director of Washington State MESA, a program that prepares and encour- ages underrepresented groups (K16) to pursue science, engineering and technology careers. Dorsey’s professional background includes 25 years with both Washington and California MESA, advancing K-20 STEM education equity on statewide and national levels. Before his tenure with Washington MESA, Dorsey was national director of program development for Cal- ifornia

Conference Session

Undergraduate Track - Technical Session VII

Collection

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

Authors

Ana M. Dison, University of Texas, Austin

Tagged Topics

Diversity, Undergraduate Education

Second year of Engineering (WISE) program. She typically teaches 3-4 classes a semester and is currently teaching in the newly created Ramshorn Scholars Program, the WEP Leadership Seminar and the GLUE undergraduate research seminar. Ana supervises full and part-time staff and oversees the business and personnel operations of the office. She has been with the WEP Office since 2006. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018Established Spring, 2003Overview• History • Managing• Description & Expectations Purpose • Student Learning• Format & Structure Outcomes• Programmatic • Testimonials & Data Timeline • Program Challenges