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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Lina H. Kloub, University of Connecticut; Vraj Patel; Tina Huey

(AI) has enhance learning experiences. Additionally, concerns over AI’sintroduced transformative opportunities in education, ranging potential to exacerbate existing educational inequities—suchfrom automated grading and intelligent tutoring to person- as disparities in access to AI resources or biases in AI-alized learning and curriculum design [1]. These tools have generated recommendations—underscore the need for inclu-the potential to revolutionize teaching and learning, offering sive and responsible AI policies.educators new ways to enhance efficiency, engage students,and provide adaptive support tailored to individual needs. II. L ITERATURE R

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Track 1: Technical Session 5: Motivations for Engineering Faculty Engagement in an Inclusive Pedagogy Program

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Renee M. Desing, University of Washington; Joyce Yen, University of Washington; Karen Thomas-Brown, University of Washington

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future. Participants expressed a commitment toensuring that all students, regardless of background, have access to high-quality education andopportunities for success. This includes adapting teaching methods to meet the diverse needs ofstudents, bridging gaps in knowledge, and providing support for those who may bedisadvantaged by existing structures. However, faculty participants also raised concerns aboutdisparities in access to opportunities, continued gender and racial underrepresentation, and lackof visible diversity in leadership. The faculty participants’ motivation to enhance their equitableteaching skills is being driven by their concerns for addressing these issues, for both themselvesand within the engineering field, so that all

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Kenneth Stafford Sands II, Auburn University

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professional paidinternship initiative for construction faculty in 2013 called the Robert L. Bowen IndustryResidency Initiative [4], and this was the opportunity that was taken advantage of by the author.Faculty Internship Experiences in ConstructionFaculty internships in construction are not new. Hynds [6] presents insight into the reasoning foran internship and the various considerations when seeking and engaging in a professional facultyinternship in construction. Lin, Kim, and Dossick [8] highlight the impact on junior faculty whoparticipated in a faculty internship. They found an effect on junior faculty scholarship and thatthe internship experience can also enhance the quality of their academic scholarship.Shaurette [9] discusses the purposeful

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

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Lynn L. Peterson, The University of Texas at Arlington; J. Carter Tiernan, The University of Texas at Arlington; Shanna E Banda, The University of Texas at Arlington; Karthikeyan Loganathan, The University of Texas at Arlington; Nila Veerabathina, The University of Texas at Arlington

processes and professionaldevelopment initiatives. Our own institution, UT Arlington, sent a team of faculty members to thisinstitute, and the 4-day workshop was a great success. A few of the action items discussed during theworkshop with a focus on APT faculty are, but not limited to: (1) educating APT faculty about alreadyavailable resources and creating new resources such as funding for professional organizations andparticipation in FDL (2) creating opportunities for professional development for APT faculty, and (3)developing a culture of celebration for APT faculty. As a result of the workshop, a year-long plan is Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of

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Track 6: Technical Session 3: Breaking Barriers: Unveiling the Journeys and Triumphs of Faculty Women of Color in STEM Academia

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Kemesha Gabbidon, University of South Florida; Saundra Johnson Austin, University of South Florida

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; Phillips, M. (2022). Integrating the Entrepreneurial Mindset Into the Engineering Classroom. IEEE Transactions on Education, 65(2), 150–155. https://doi.org/10.1109/TE.2021.3101360• Cooper, J. E., & Stevens, D. D. (2002). Tenure in the Sacred Grove: Issues and Strategies for Women and Minority Faculty. SUNY Press.• Davis, M. H., Hall, J. A., & Mayer, P. S. (2016). Developing a new measure of entrepreneurial mindset: reliability, validity, and implications for practitioners. Consulting Psychology Journal, 68(1), 21–48. https://doi.org/10.1037/cpb0000045 40References• Diggs, S. N., Bharath, D. M. N., Roberts-Lewis, K., & Bailey

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Amro Khasawneh, Mercer University; Abby Anne McDowell, Mercer University; Sarah K. Bauer, Mercer University; Halley Elizabeth Smith, Mercer University; Abby Anne McDowell, Mercer University; Halley Elizabeth Smith, Mercer University

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resilience and psychological growth. While some students report challenges such asculture shock and strained social networks upon returning home, others experience increasedconfidence, social support, and mental well-being during these programs. Research indicates thatvolunteering and community engagement are associated with reduced depression rates andincreased resilience, underscoring the therapeutic potential of such experiences [6], [9], [10]Faculty-led, short-term study abroad programs represent a growing avenue for integratingservice-learning into higher education. These programs expose students to new cultures andenvironments while providing structured opportunities to engage in meaningful communityservice. The Psychological General Well

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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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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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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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Paper ID #45181Fostering an Inclusive Community Among Electrical Engineering Studentswith Mixed-Reality Technologies at a Hispanic-Serving InstitutionPreeti De Maurya, New Mexico State UniversityHilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre received an Ed.D. degree in Higher Education Leadership from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), and an M.Sc. from the University of Technology of Compi`egne, France. She is now a researcher at New Mexico State University (NMSU). She focuses her research on qualitative studies addressing minority and underrepresented student

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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PS. Dhanasekaran

technology, ethical concerns related to intellectualproperty and academic integrity are becoming Using AI in Education despite its numerousincreasingly intricate and nuanced [1]. Furthermore, benefits, the application of AI in education comes withcertain AI applications may give rise to new ethical and its own set of challenges. AI systems rely on vastlegal challenges, such as liability issues or the potential amounts of data for accurate functioning, and with thefor biased decision-making. The broader ethics of increasing digitization of education, concerns about dataartificial intelligence has attracted considerable attention misuse and privacy breaches have intensified. Moreover,[7

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University; Sanjeev Adhikari, Kennesaw State University

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] suggestspotential biases and ethical issues, indicating that future research should address these concernsand develop user-friendly AI tools for education.From the learner’s perspective, Sokhibov et al. (2024) [5] suggested that AI can improve teachingeffectiveness, learning outcomes, and accessibility, but also raise concerns about data privacy,algorithmic bias, and the changing role of educators [5]. Their study [5] examines thetransformative potential, challenges, and ethical implications of integrating AI into highereducation, aiming to enhance teaching efficacy, personalized learning, and inclusivity. Researchers[5] suggested that future research should develop ethical frameworks and regulatory mechanismsto ensure transparency, accountability, and

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Hai T Ho, Kennesaw State University; Scott J. Tippens, Kennesaw State University

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outlines the proposedframework, a future "Phase-2" study will report on the program’s implementation and outcomes.By integrating mentorship, hands-on learning, and industry engagement, this initiative aims toset a new standard for student development and retention.IntroductionRetention of engineering students is a crucial concern for higher education institutions. Manystudents, particularly in rigorous fields like computer engineering, face challenges such asacademic pressures, lack of belonging, and unclear professional pathways [1], [2]. At theauthor’s university, the CPE department seeks innovative approaches to address these issues,aiming to improve retention and graduation rates [3], [4].This paper introduces a comprehensive onboarding

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Bryn Elizabeth Seabrook, University of Virginia

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Mollick,José Antonio Bowen, and C. Edward Watson have published extensively on establishing ageneral understanding of AI tools, including preliminary guides for exercises that can betranslated into classroom practices. While these works are informative and timely, they also relyon the assumption that AI adoption is inevitable, meaning that faculty do not have a role inshaping how students use these technologies. This paper aims to create a new narrative aboutinevitability to empower faculty to become informed advocates for ethical AI practices,ultimately co-creating a classroom environment that balances innovation with integrity. Byrethinking the role of AI in higher education, faculty and students alike can practice a reflectiveand responsible

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2025 PNW Section Annual Meeting

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Katherine Kuder; Joshua Hamel; Yen-Lin Han; Wesley Lauer; Michael Marsolek; Agnieszka Miguel; Teodora Shuman

another faculty or staff member you feel comfortable talking with, who could pass on your concerns to myself or my department chair. You are also invited to reach out to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student Ambassadors on Instagram.Programs offered DEI-focused discussions and hosted external speakers. The Civil Engineeringprogram invited external speakers to discuss the sub-disciplines of civil engineering,emphasizing the value of diversity in the workplace and the need to include marginalized groupsin decision-making. Similarly, Computer and Electrical Engineering programs emphasizedethical responsibility and inclusive project work through discussions and case studies, whileMechanical Engineering included DEI-focused discussions

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Seyedeh Elham Kamali; Reihaneh Samsami

(2023), these tools are being widely adopted across among engineering students at the University of New higher education institutions due to their ability to Haven. It investigates engineering students' perceptions improve operations and enrich educational content. regarding the role of AI in their education, the challenges However, they caution about the risks to academic encountered with its integration, and the ethical concerns integrity as AI-generated content may often blur the lines related to AI applications in engineering. Utilizing between student originality and automated output. questionnaires, this study collects data from a diverse This concern is recalled by

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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B. Kris Jaeger-Helton

somewhat polarized, not readily apparent from As detailed above, Question 2 requested a listing of any the subcategories: On one hand, several students realized inperceived drawbacks, limitations and/or concerns related to the advance that AI was not likely to afford them the creativity anduse of generative AI. Table II presents the summary of innovative assistance that was required for their topic and thusresponses for Q2. Note that of the total 56, two students did not rely heavily on it. However, other students wereanswered that there were “none” or “no issues” and those were disappointed that they did not get the inspiration and

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

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Ragavanantham Shanmugam, Fairmont State University; Madhan Gopal Perumal, The University of Texas at Dallas; Uma Maheswari Krishnamoorthy

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moreefficient learning environment.2. Key Benefits of a Structured Course Pathway ModelReducing Advising Burden and Student ConfusionA clearly defined semester-wise course sequence minimizes dependence on faculty advisors forcourse selection. Faculty can focus on academic mentoring and career guidance rather thanscheduling logistics.Ensuring Timely Graduation and Student RetentionA structured roadmap prevents unnecessary course delays, prerequisite issues, and misalignedselections. Higher on-time graduation rates contribute to better student success metrics andinstitutional performance.Eliminating Prerequisite Complexities and Administrative BurdenManaging prerequisite approvals, overrides, and last-minute exceptions is a persistent challengethat

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Rachmadian Wulandana

Analysis (FEA) use AI tools, particularly version of ChatGPT to approximately 500,000 students andChatGPT, to support their learning. A survey examined whether faculty members across 23 campuses [4]. This initiative aimedAI tools help students understand concepts, solve problems to provide personalized tutoring and assist faculty withefficiently, and enhance convenience with 24/7 availability. It also administrative tasks. Similarly, Estonia launched a nationaladdressed their motivational impact, reliability, and concerns initiative in February 2025 to teach AI skills to high schoolabout dependency. The survey statements included questions students, partnering with tech companies like OpenAI

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Jun Zhang; Peter Cavanaugh; Dan Tenney

the guidance of NIST AI Risk Management Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) [1], or many years,Framework, an AI security management strategy and Vygotsky’s students have contended with invasive technologies in schools.sociocultural theory, a transformative pedagogy, this study These have included student monitoring software, remoteexplores how AIOEP can mitigate the risks and concerns proctoring tools, learning management systems, cameras, facialintroduced by GenAI in academia while cultivating both students recognition, and biometric systems. AI detection software is aand educators the effective and ethical use of GenAI. new, dangerous tool added to this list. Tools like

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

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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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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State University (Ph.D.).Ellen Wang Althaus, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Ellen Wang Althaus, PhD (she/her) is a collaborative and innovative leader forging new initiatives and building alliances to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. In her current role as Assistant Dean for Strategic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives in the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign she • Leads the strategy enhancing the Grainger College of Engineering (GCOE)’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. • Develops robust structures to support faculty and staff appropriately

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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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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University

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present a tested model ofhiring practices that can be leveraged by other engineering programs and other higher educationdepartments seeking to transform their faculty recruitment processes and build more inclusiveacademic environments that better serve an increasingly diverse student population. Thesestrategies can benefit not only new departments but also existing ones. Recruiting, hiring, anddeveloping diverse faculty teams is possible and essential to supporting a diverse studentpopulation. There is urgency in this work for the betterment of higher education and engineeringeducation.I. INTRODUCTIONThe lack of diversity within the engineering profession, including engineering academicenvironments, is well known. The challenges that higher

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

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Kenneth R. Leitch P.E., West Texas A&M University; Colton Atkins, West Texas A&M University; Benton Allen, West Texas A&M University

, testing, and implementation ofdesigns. Through the ET-AG Program, WTAMU will create a pipeline of skilled graduates readyto lead in agriculture technology and contribute to a more resilient and sustainable agriculturalsector, both regionally and beyond.Developing a multidisciplinary program for undergraduates and graduates presents severalchallenges in terms of integrating concepts from multiple fields, creating relevantinterdisciplinary material, and meeting the needs of diverse learners. Institutions need to ensureprovision of reliable infrastructure in concerns to programs that have online, and blendedlearning communities embedded into their curriculum [1, 2]. Significant investment is alsoneeded to incorporate new tools, such as generative

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Lina H. Kloub, University of Connecticut; Christina Smith, University of Connecticut; Faiyhaa-Sydra Saulat, University of Connecticut

feedback, support decision- where collaboration with AI systems is becoming increasinglymaking, and optimize project management. essential. However, to maximize the benefits of AI integration, institu- IV. C HALLENGES AND C ONSIDERATIONS tions must also navigate challenges such as access disparities, While AI tools offer transformative benefits in enhancing ethical concerns, and potential over-reliance on AI systems.career competencies such as communication, problem-solving, By implementing thoughtful AI policies, faculty training pro-and teamwork, their

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2025 ASEE PSW Conference

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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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and department coordinator, with training toenhance program support. We described faculty hiring and retention strategies, includingcompetitive salaries, startup funds, tenure pathways, and professional development support.Lastly, we emphasized faculty development opportunities, including research funding,conference participation, and training programs, ensuring continuous program improvement. 3. Accreditation Outcomes and ImpactThe ABET accreditation visit for CSULB BME took place from October 13–15, 2024.Evaluators met with faculty, students, and administrators, gathering additional data to assesscompliance. No deficiencies or weaknesses were found, but one concern was noted: Continuous Improvement (Criterion 4): This criterion requires

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2025 ASEE North Central Section (NCS) Annual Conference

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Tina Johnson Cartwright, Marshall University; Julie Lynn Snyder-Yuly, Marshall University; Wook-sung Yoo, Marshall University; Husnu Saner Narman, Marshall University

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guide me in the right direction inthe lab and asked her if there are any papers to look at and read to help better understand myproject.”However, some also noted difficulties balancing workload demands, particularly in foundationalSTEM courses such as calculus, physics, and computer programming. Faculty feedback wasidentified as a crucial element, with some students responding positively to structured support,while others expressed concerns about overly critical evaluations. An excellent example of therole that faculty play is seen in this comment by a mixed mindset student, “I have struggled withDynamics and PHY 213 the most. I think that Dynamics is difficult because there are so manydifferent types of problems to do, and I don't know what

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Kalyan Khatry; Reihaneh Samsami

2025 ASEE Northeast Section Conference, March 22, 2025, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT, USA. Engineering Education in the Era of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI): Current State and Future Directions Kalyan Khatry Reihaneh Samsami University of New Haven University of New Haven Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Civil and Environmental Engineering Department Science Department West Haven, U.S West Haven, U.S

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Track 7: Technical Session 3: Latine STEM Doctoral Students' Perceptions Regarding Doctoral Mentoring Relationships - A Qualitative Study

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Dilara Yaya-Bryson Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Lisa R Merriweather, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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one of the major pathways to ensure a continuous pipeline for the academic workforce inhigher education settings [4], [8], [18], [25]. However, recruitment into these programs does notguarantee retention; statistics show that about 50% of attrition rates in all doctoral programs, andonly 12% of all the STEM doctoral program completers are from racially and ethnicallyminoritized groups [10], [17], [19]. These low completion rates by the minoritized studentgroups in doctoral programs cause a chain reaction in the STEM faculty pipeline, resulting in alack of diversity in the higher education workforce [3]. Several studies underline a notableintegration issue in the STEM context for individuals with African American, Latine, AmericanIndian, first

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Professional Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Sean Walker, University of South Alabama; Kari J Lippert, University of South Alabama

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complete a review by the Institutional ReviewBoard, to ensure that student privacy concerns and other ethical issues are addressed beforesurveys are distributed. The statistical analysis methods of means, materiality, and Cronbach’salpha will be used to assess the value of the survey. One of the challenges faced by the authors isfinding sufficient data to perform a statistical analysis. It may, in fact, take multiple academicyears to have statistically significant data. The survey itself will allow the authors to examine theimpact of the flipped classroom and the utilization of multiple faculty members in such a class.ConclusionsIn this Work-In-Progress paper, the authors have outlined the current research into the flippedclassroom, discussed the

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2025 ASEE -GSW Annual Conference

Authors

Olukayode Emmanuel Apata, Texas A&M University; John O Ajamobe, Texas A&M University; Segun Timothy Ajose; Peter Oluwaseyi Oyewole, Kent State University, Kent; Grace Iyinoluwa Olaitan

that AI’s ability to tailor educationalcontent to individual learning styles can foster student engagement and improve academic outcomes(Huang et al., 2021). For instance, AI-powered assessment tools can provide real-time feedback and helpeducators focus on more important instructional tasks (Slimi, 2023).However, integrating AI into engineering education also brings ethical and practical challenges. Dataprivacy is a significant concern, as AI systems often require extensive data collection, raising risks aroundsensitive student information (Bennett & Abusalem, 2023). Academic integrity is another pressing issue,as AI tools capable of generating content may raise concerns about plagiarism and dishonesty inassessments (Okello, 2023

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Student Papers

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2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

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Daniel Hernandez, The University of Memphis; Ariadna Mendoza, The University of Memphis; Xiaofeng Tan, The University of Memphis; Kathryn Bridson, The University of Memphis; Pegah Farshadmanesh, The University of Memphis

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promoting sustained economic growth, all of which address emerging societal needs of the21st century. However, concerns have been raised about the current education system's ability toproduce engineers equipped to meet the rapidly growing demands of a global, dynamicworkplace and the evolving nature of engineering work [1]. While educational technologies(EdTech) are powerful tools for transforming learning and improving educational outcomes, theplentitude of EdTech poses challenges for effective adoption in engineering classroom settings.In addition, rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing(NLP) are accelerating the development of new EdTech tools, increasing the burden on educatorsfor evaluating and

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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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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Carrie Prior, Excelsior University; James Tippey, Excelsior College

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. (ABET, 2024) Part IISignature Course [...] Technology and Society• A signature course for all School of [...] Students.• Required in the first year.• Examines technological change and its impact on human needs and concerns.• Ethical and societal dilemmas framing technological change are emphasized.• Upon completion, students can critically evaluate the implications of technology on society. [...] Technology and Society [Embed course video][Present live walk-through of course in Canvas] Part IIIProfessional Development Professional DevelopmentInstructor and Subject Matter Expert Training Trainings and ResourcesMandatory PD All Staff• Inclusion at

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Track 7: Technical Session 7: Grassroots Approach to Advancing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access in Engineering

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Ashleigh R. Wright, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ellen Wang Althaus, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Akshina Sood, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Lance Cooper, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Lynford Goddard, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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anopportunity for those on the ground to infuse their ideas and inform leadership on the issues. TheGrainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has recognizedthe importance of having both approaches working together and has invested in a program thatempowers individuals within the engineering community to significantly contribute to inclusion,diversity, equity, and access (IDEA). The Grassroots Initiatives to Address Needs Together(GIANT) program awards seed funding of up to $13,000 to teams led by students, postdocs,staff, and faculty to propose and implement research-based initiatives that address issues inIDEA. Teams are expected to collaborate with a specific population (e.g., the general public, K-12 students of