Accreditation Commission and a FAA licensed sUAS Remote Pilot.Dr. Zhen Wu, Dr. Zhen Wu is a research associate at National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT). Her research interests emphasize the meaningful participation of women in computing. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Community College Computing Programs’ Unique Contexts for Promoting Gender EquityAbstractThis paper documents issues that community college programs encounter and their needs as theywork to improve gender equity in computing. It also describes how the National Center forWomen & Information Technology (NCWIT) Extension Services Learning Circles (LC) havesupported these
Gender stereotyping Male-oriented imagery https://reelrundown.com/tv/5-Best-Big-Bang-Theory-Episodes 1946 - ENIAC programmers 2023 - ONU JV eSports teamWhen digital computers became a practical reality in the 1940s, women were the pioneersin writing software for the machines. At the time, men regarded writing code as asecondary, less interesting task. The real “glory” lay in hardware design.The advent of personal computers in the late ’70s and early ’80s changed how and whenmany kids learned to program, remaking the pool of students who pursued CSdegrees. Geeky boys who formed computer clubs, at least in part to escape the tormentsof jock
funding from public and private sources to support her collaborative research activities, Daily’s work has been featured in USA Today, Forbes, National Public Radio, and the Chicago Tribune. Daily earned her B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University – Florida State University College of Engineering, and an S.M. and Ph.D. from the MIT Media Lab.Cecil´e Sadler, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cecil´e Sadler is a graduate student at the MIT Media Lab with the Lifelong Kindergarten group. She is studying the intersection of computing and education in an effort to design equitable learning environ- ments that promote creativity through technology development. Her
likelihood of completion.In this paper, we seek to better understand these compounded challenges by investigating howdoctoral computing students from URGs understand what is expected of them and how to do it.3 Research QuestionsRQ1: How do students from URGs form expectations of their CS PhD programs?RQ2: What sources do students from URGs rely on to form expectations of their CS PhD pro- grams?RQ3: How do students from URGs in CS PhD programs learn how to meet these expectations in order to complete their degree?4 MethodsIn order to answer the above research questions, our research team conducted a survey and follow-up interviews with Computer Science doctoral students at a large, Research 1 institution. Partici-pants for the
center around broadening par- ticipation in STEM (specifically Engineering) education and the role of identity development and social influencers on belonging and persistence in the field.Nyima Sanneh, Motivation and Learning Lab Nyima Sanneh is a 2nd year student at Texas A&M University pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Aerospace Engineering. Nyima’s research interests have been related to understanding the gender and racial disparities in STEM and finding ways to correct these gaps. As a second year undergraduate researcher for the Motivation and Learning Lab, Nyima has been able to aid in this kind of research, presenting during Student Research Week.Dr. Paul R Hernandez, Texas A&M University I earned
Google Scholarship), and Microsoft (Blacks at Microsoft: BAM). Others aresupported by organizations and foundations like the National GEM Consortium (GEMFellowship), the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (NACME), and theNational Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). There are many scholarships available forcollege-bound high school students and students in undergraduate, graduate, and professionaland technology programs who are interested in futures in computing and related fields.Media: Podcasts, Twitter, Videos, Websites Media resources provide ways for students and professionals to learn about different facets of CS and STEM, particularly from the perspectives of minoritized populations. Websites provide details about
Paper ID #36461The Unheard Voices of Administrators who are Non-traditional GraduateStudents in Engineering and Computing EducationMs. Morgan Haley McKie, Florida International University Morgan H. McKie is a doctoral student in the School of Universal Computing Construction and Engi- neering Education (SUCCEED) at Florida International University (FIU). Morgan also holds a master’s degree in engineering management from FIU and is particularly interested in computer science for all. Her research interests include teaching and learning computer science in the Metaverse.Mais Kayyali, Florida International University Mais
. Romance is Professor of Science Education in the College of Education at Florida Atlantic Univer- sity (FAU) and a graduate faculty member in both the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the College of Science at FAU.Her research interests address meaningful learning in complex STEM do- mains, applying a learning sciences lens in addressing issues ranging from building elementary teachers knowledge and skill in teaching science to coordinating learning communities addressing mathematics curriculum as a persistent barrier impacting student success and retention in undergraduate STEM pro- grams. She is currently OI on a NSF DR K-12, Co-PI on a USDOE Title III Hispanic Serving Institution, internal evaluator
Paper ID #35645The Impact of Prior Programming Experience on Computational ThinkinginFirst-Year Engineering Experience.Dr. Noemi V Mendoza Diaz, Texas A&M University Dr. Mendoza Diaz is Assistant Professor at the College of Education and Human Development with a courtesy appointment in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. She obtained her Ph.D. from Texas A&M University in Educational Administration and Human Resource Development and worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher with the Institute for P-12 Engineering Research and Learning- INSPIRE at the School of Engineering Education-Purdue University. She
Paper ID #36416The Advisor-Advisee Relationship in Engineering and Computer SciencePh.D. Programs: Understanding Who Benefits and HowDr. Catherine E. Brawner, Research Triangle Educational Consultants Catherine E. Brawner is President of Research Triangle Educational Consultants. She received her Ph.D.in Educational Research and Policy Analysis from NC State University in 1996. She also has an MBA from Indiana University (Bloomington) and a bachelor’s degree from Duke University. She specializes in eval- uation and research in engineering education, computer science education, and technology education. Dr. Brawner is a
Engineering at Arizona State University. She holds a PhD from Arizona State University in Learning, Literacies and Technologies with a focus on engineering education. Her research interests span four related areas: democratization of engineering education, ways of thinking, engineering curiosity among pre-college students, and faculty development.Dr. Adam R Carberry, Arizona State University Dr. Adam Carberry is an associate professor at Arizona State University in the Fulton Schools of En- gineering, The Polytechnic School. He earned a B.S. in Materials Science Engineering from Alfred University, and received his M.S. and Ph.D., both from Tufts University, in Chemistry and Engineering Education respectively. His research
Paper ID #40704Fostering Inclusive Learning Environments while Navigating DEI BacklashDr. valerie a guerrero williamson, Stevens Institute of Technology Having attended nearly a dozen schools before graduating from high school, Dr. valerie guerrero williamson has held a lifelong interest in combatting educational inequities across the United States. Dr. v has spent more than 15 years facilitating equity-oriented organizational change in post-secondary institutions. Her academic credentials include a BA in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Cruz; an MEd in Student Affairs with a graduate certificate in
Paper ID #36477Get Outside and Learn (GOAL) Engineering KitsJennifer Bishop, University of Maryland College Park Jen Bishop is the Assistant Director - Outreach and Recruitment for the Women in Engineering Program at the University of Maryland, A. James Clark School of Engineering, where she draws upon her 10+ years of STEM and Maker education experience to inspire future engineers. Jen has a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Maryland.Dr. Vincent Nguyen, University of Maryland College Park Vincent P
content and learn about applications of AI ● Coordinating mentoring and support activities to build engagement ● Conducting a computing identity study, which is where our research team comes in ● And finally, conducting an evaluation on partnerships Project Context 12-credit Interdisciplinary AI HSCC Certificate Machine Learning AI Thinking Applied AI in Business AI & Ethics Foundations • AI and digital competency • Applied AI
Paper ID #40755Disaggregating data from peer-led, small group discussion workshops forengineering and computer science undergraduates: Examining ’belonging’and ’mentorship’ outcomes for underrepresented student populationsRyan Sauve, Cornell University I am the Assistant Director with Engineering Learning Initiatives (ELI) at Cornell University. In this role, I use evidence-supported practices in teaching and learning to empower peer educators who facilitate student-centered, inclusive, and collaborative learning communities in our Academic Excellence Work- shops (AEWs).Celia Evans PhD, Cornell University I am a STEM
Learning. Previously, Stephanie received her B.S. and M.S. degrees in Neuroscience from the University of Miami, in addition to B.S. and M.S. degrees in Computer Science from FIU.Ellen Zerbe, Pennsylvania State University Ellen Zerbe is a graduate student pursuing a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. She earned her B.S.M.E. at Grove City College. She is currently researching under Dr. Catherine Berdanier in the Engineering Cognition Research Laboratory.Dr. Monique S Ross, Florida International University Monique Ross, Assistant Professor in the School of Computing and Information Sciences and STEM Transformation Institute at Florida International Her research interests include broadening
Paper ID #35598Completing the engineering and computer science transfer pathway:Transfer students’ post-matriculation experiences through a four-yearinstitutionDr. David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University David B. Knight is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education and Special As- sistant to the Dean for Strategic Plan Implementation at Virginia Tech. He is also Director of Research of the Academy for Global Engineering at Virginia Tech and is affiliate faculty with the Higher Education Program. His research tends to be at the macro-scale, focused on a systems-level
Paper ID #35639The Accidental Inclusivity of Virtual SpacesMs. Amanda Kate Lacy, Texas A&M University 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 holds a bachelors in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin, and currently works as a quality assurance tester for Apple.Mr. Seth Polsley, Texas A&M University, Department of Computer Science and Engineering Seth Polsley is a PhD student at Texas A&
Paper ID #35576Valuable Professional Learning and Development Activities for Black STEMPostdoctoral ScholarsDr. Sylvia L. Mendez, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Dr. Sylvia Mendez is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Leadership, Research, and Foundations at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. She earned a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Kansas, a MS in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Colorado State University, and a BA in Economics from Washington State University. Dr. Mendez’s research centers on effective faculty mentoring practices, broadening
Paper ID #40697Stewardship of the Stories: Learning from Black Engineering Students’Lived ExperiencesDr. Tanya D Ennis, University of Colorado Boulder DR. TANYA D. ENNIS is the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Research, Innovation and Creative Work and Innovation in the Research and Innovation Office at the University of Colorado Boul- der. She is also the owner of the Ennis Consulting and Research Group, LLC. Dr. Ennis received her B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and her M.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles
Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for Visual Communication and Computer Information at Hazard Community and Technical College. Watts began her career at Appalshop, a non-profit media arts center located in the coalfields of Eastern Kentucky, serving as a director, educator, filmmaker, and youth media trainer. For the last ten years, her work has focused on placed-based visual learning and distance learning methodologies to facilitate rural classroom equality. Watts is passionate about distance learning, accessibility, and Appalachia. She believes there is a classroom for everyone. Natasha has a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcasting and Electronic Media, with a minor in Appalachian Studies from Eastern Kentucky
Paper ID #35592Increasing Minority Student Applications to STEM Graduate Programs:Lessons Learned and Outlook for a New ProgramMr. Kingsley Nwosu Jr, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Kingsley Nwosu is a Computer Science Master’s of Engineering student at the Virginia Polytechnic Insti- tute and State University’s (Virginia Tech) College of Engineering. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science from Saint Leo University. Nwosu attends Virginia Tech as a full GEM fel- low, and serves as a graduate student for the Virginia Tech College of Engineering. He has also served as a
Paper ID #40672Lessons Learned from Development of an Elective Undergraduate Course onDEI in STEMDr. Leigh S McCue, George Mason University Leigh McCue is Chair of George Mason University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering.Dr. Christopher Alexander Carr, George Mason University Christopher Carr is a leadership and policy wonk in the areas of diversity, higher education, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). His unwavering support in the work of intersec- tional justice has allowed him to trek a path in the difficult areas of retention in institutions of higher learning, teamwork and
Paper ID #35574Lessons Learned from Conducting a Diversity-Focused Faculty Cluster Hireat a Predominantly White InstitutionDr. Robyn Sandekian, University of Colorado Boulder Robyn Sandekian, PhD, is the Director of Faculty Advancement for the College of Engineering and Ap- plied Science (CEAS) at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder). In this role, Robyn has a key leadership role with responsibilities for identifying, implementing, and assessing outcomes of policies, programs, and procedures to meet CEAS goals for faculty recruiting, hiring, retention, and advancement including increasing faculty diversity
Paper ID #40720Minoritized Student Audio Narratives to Influence Faculty’s EmpathicUnderstanding: Learning from Sophie and EnolaDr. Stephen Secules, Florida International University Stephen is an Assistant Professor Engineering and Computing Education at Florida International Univer- sity. He has a prior academic and professional background in engineering, having worked professionally as an acoustical engineer. His leads research focused on equity and culture in engineering education through his Equity Research Group at FIU.Maimuna Begum Kali, Florida International University Maimuna Begum Kali is a Ph.D. candidate in
Paper ID #40776Grading: The (Mis)use of Mathematics in Measuring Student Learning andits Disproportionate Impact on Equity and InclusionProf. Sharona Krinsky, California State University, Los Angeles Sharona Krinsky is an instructor and course coordinator in the Mathematics department at California State University, Los Angeles and the co-PI of the NSF funded project ”Commitment to Learning Instilled by a Mastery-Based Undergraduate Program (CLIMB-UP). She works with faculty on redesigning courses to utilize the principles of mastery-based grading in order to enhance student success and enable increased equity, inclusion
entrepreneur. Prior to joining Wake Forest University, she served as a Program Director at the National Science Foundation in the Division of Undergraduate Education. She holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, a MS in Engineering Mechanics, and a BS in Engineering Science and Mechanics from Virginia Tech. Faith and family are her cornerstones. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 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 “If you always do what you always did, you will
Paper ID #40671Advancing Inclusion: A Professional Development Series for Faculty at aHispanic Serving InstitutionDr. Dianne Delima, University of California, Irvine Dr. Dianne G. Delima is the Project Policy Analyst for The Institute for Meaningful Engagement (TIME). Dr. Delima received her doctorate in Higher and Postsecondary Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, where she focused on the learning experiences of first-generation college-going students of color and faculty members’ use of a funds of knowledge approach for teaching in college classrooms. Her research has been published in College Teaching and
Success (ROPES):Mitigating and Expanding Students’ Learning OpportunitiesAbstractR.O.P.E.S. is a dual enrollment initiative that was funded by the U.S. Department of Educationand aligned with the New Jersey Governor's Emergency Education Relief Fund II and the CRRSAAct. It aimed to create pathways to college for high school juniors in South Jersey, focusing onfive select fields that included teacher education, music business, social services, computer scienceand engineering. The program exposed students to five career pathways, employed targetedstrategies to support underrepresented communities, and integrated social and emotional learning.This paper showcases the program's objectives, student participation, impact on South Jerseystudents, and
Mississippi State University, where she serves as a graduate assistant in the Office ofDiversity Programs and Student Development at the Bagley College of Engineering. Currently,Lorena is interested in learning more about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and how toincrease the participation of underrepresented students in engineering.Co-Author: Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Jean Mohammadi-Aragh is the Director of DiversityPrograms and Student Development for the Bagley College of Engineering and AssociateProfessor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Mississippi StateUniversity. Through her interdependent roles in research, teaching, and service, Jean isactively breaking down academic and social barriers to foster an environment where