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Industry Advisory Boards, Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kauser Jahan, Rowan University; Jagadish Torlapati, Rowan University; Jennifer S Atchison, Drexel University

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

to 1. Stimulate our IAB members to become active partners in student engagement 2. Promote EML via our IAB membersThe participants developed two Pathfinder projects as part of the Project Unlock workshop. a) Industry Networking events every semester b) Hosting professional panelsIn addition to the two partnership projects developed by the workshop, the IAB membersinitiated a new program titled PIPES (Professional Industrial Partnership Engagement forStudents) for our rising juniors and seniors. This effort was possible due to the trust built byrunning the pathfinder projects.Implementation StrategiesIndustry Networking Events and Professional Panels: Our IAB members initiated severalIndustry Networking events each semester to connect

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 1: Tech-Forward Teaching - Digital Tools to Enhance Engagement

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Surupa Shaw, Texas A&M University

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free online coding courses Khan Academy offers free online coding tutorials,Quality Resources and tutorials providing accessible resources to learners worldwide.Inclusivity and Diversity Implementing mentorship programs Girls Who Code organization offers mentorship for underrepresented groups programs and coding clubs to encourage participation of young women in programming.Bridging the Gap Between Establishing internship programs with University of Waterloo's co-op program enablesAcademia and Industry tech companies students to gain industry experience

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 9

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Omar Ochoa, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach; Radu F. Babiceanu, Western Michigan University; Salamah Salamah, University of Texas at El Paso

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

representation of undergraduates and graduatescholars, with a wide range of long-term goals. But most interestingly, every single scholarexpressed the same perceived benefit, an increase in expertise by participating in research. Thefollowing sections analyze the common themes among the answers.Growth in Cybersecurity SkillsAnalyzing the responses provided by the scholars paint a compelling testament to the benefits ofengaging in research activities within the SFS program. A recurring theme across the responses isthe enhancement of critical and technical skills. Scholars consistently highlight the developmentof problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and technical competencies essential for theircybersecurity careers (i.e., Scholar A, Scholar B

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 12: Bridging the Gap - Strategies to Support Diverse Learners in Early Engineering Courses

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Aishwary Pawar, Southern Methodist University; DeLean Tolbert Smith, University of Michigan - Dearborn

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

barriers to minority, female, and low-income participation is crucial [3]. According tothe pyramid effect, fewer students in K–12 engineering programs lead to fewer graduates [4].Many colleges offer pre-college PENG programs to stimulate STEM studies and retainunderrepresented groups [5]. RPI programs, including Tutor Time, RPI STEP, PREFACE, andGE Girls at Rensselaer, aim to increase STEM access for underrepresented and economicallydisadvantaged groups [6]. A Pre-Engineering Program at the University of Maine gives studentsinterested in engineering a foundation in math, physics, and introductory engineering education[7]. [8] found that well-developed PENG programs at Oklahoma State University retained morestudents than regular university students

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ENT-5: Pathways for Developing Entrepreneurial Skills Across Educational Levels

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Irene Reizman, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Maysam Nezafati, Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech & Emory University; Michelle Marincel Payne, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Liping Liu, Lawrence Technological University; Mary Lauren Benton, Baylor University; Blake Everett Johnson, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Mitchel Daniel, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Jonathan Rylander, Baylor University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

really have any control over my project as an undergraduate researcher. g. I felt like I could really trust my immediate mentor. h. I would be willing to do undergraduate research again because it has some value to me.13. Compared to your intentions BEFORE doing research, HOW LIKELY ARE YOU NOW to: Question source: Expanded version of URSSA future plans question Response options: less likely, not more likely, a little more likely, somewhat more likely, extremely more likely, not applicable a. Contact a professor with an idea for a new research project b. Apply for an industry internship or position focused on research c. Participate in entrepreneurship programs on

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Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

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Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; George D Ford, Mississippi State University; Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University; Read Allen Robertson, Mississippi State University; Raheleh Miralami, Mississippi State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

Building Construction Science (BCS) program. Dr. Ford has 15 years of industrial experience including corporate work, and 20 years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level.Dr. Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University Mohsen Garshasby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Building Construction Science at Mississippi State University. Dr. Garshasby is an architect, researcher, and educator who currently teaches collaborative studio(s) and environmental building systems within the College of Architecture, Art and Design at Mississippi State University.Read Allen Robertson, Mississippi State UniversityDr. Raheleh Miralami, Mississippi State University ©American Society for

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 16

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Skyler J Kern, University of Alaska Anchorage; Michele Yatchmeneff, University of Alaska Anchorage; Linda P Lazzell, University of Alaska Anchorage; Matt Calhoun, University of Alaska Anchorage

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Native Science and Engineering Program (ANSEP) at UA aimsto increase the representation of Indigenous People in science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM).ANSEP was founded in 1995 as a scholarship and retention program for Alaska Native Studentsin engineering. Increasing the participation and success of Alaska Native Students in STEMdegrees and professions requires systemic change. To effect this systemic change, ANSEPemployed the continuous improvement model in education which includes years of effort,everyone's involvement, and data collection to stimulate learning and improvement [3]. Thecontinuous improvement model that ANSEP employed included multiple studies that exploredthe university students’ perspectives for prioritizing

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Informal Education and Outreach Programs for Women Engineering Students

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Bahareh Goodarzi, Concordia University; Navid Sharifi, Concordia University; Sara Jameel, Concordia University; Anjali Agarwal, Concordia University

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

is that it could spark interest in engineering and better prepare students for acareer in the field [4].Existing initiatives, such as Educate to Innovate [5], are already working to expose girls and youngwomen to STEM fields. Programs like the Department of Energy’s Women in STEM [6]mentoring initiative connect undergraduate female students in the Washington, DC area withmentors in their respective subject areas. This program also encourages participants to mentor highschool and elementary school students. Similarly, the WitsOn (Women in Technology SharingOnline) program [7], launched by Harvey Mudd College in 2012, connects female STEMundergraduates with mentors from both industry and academia.In 2007, the University of Virginia initiated a

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Olushola V. Emiola-Owolabi, Morgan State University; Julius Ogaga Etuke, Morgan State University

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

collaboration and creativity. By examining teams from multiple STEMresearch laboratories at an HBCU, this study highlights the critical role of such institutions inpromoting diversity and fostering innovation in engineering education. The findings suggest thatdiverse teams, supported by institutional resources and a collaborative environment, lead to morecreative problem-solving and higher innovation outcomes, providing valuable insights for bothacademic and industry settings to enhance team formation and innovation in STEM disciplines.Keywords: Diverse Teams, Engineering Innovation, Historically Black Colleges andUniversities (HBCUs), Graduate Engineering Programs, Collaborative Problem-Solving,Creative Collaboration, STEM Research.1.0

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Tech Session 6: Transformative Practices in Evolving Learning Environments

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Erick C. Jones Jr., The University of Texas at Arlington; Kendra Lee Wallis, The University of Texas at Arlington; Mengqi Monica Zhan; Na-Li Kim, The University of Texas at Arlington; Ann M.L. Cavallo, The University of Texas at Arlington; Andrew Clark, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

university as a Maverick Advantagecourse. Based on formal and informal participant feedback, the shorter time commitment,integration into existing university mechanisms, and easy to understand sustainability integrationstrategy made the bootcamp a better choice for most participants.The SPLC program attracted relatively few faculty overall and an even smaller number ofengineering faculty. The SPLC program is a once a month, two semester long program designedto stimulate intense peer to peer engagement. Our initial strategy was to have the SPLC programbe the cornerstone of the Institutionalization program. However, most faculty were not interestedin that much of a time commitment. Yet, some of the faculty who participated in the bootcampand who

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ENT-2: Bridging Faculty and Student Perspectives in Entrepreneurial Education

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Shelly Gulati, University of the Pacific; Sebastian Dziallas, University of the Pacific; Mehdi Khazaeli, University of the Pacific; Bidisha Burman, University of the Pacific; Maryam Heidaripour, University of the Pacific; Leili Javadpour, University of the Pacific

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

traditional, discipline-specific structures within its academic programs and thus doesnot have a historical tradition of interdisciplinary efforts. This mirrors broader challenges andorganizational barriers faced by universities attempting to bridge disciplinary divides.In this paper, we begin by describing the historical context for the institutional structure in highereducation and incentives influencing a shift toward interdisciplinary. Undergraduates are drawnto problem solving in interdisciplinary spaces [1] and universities need to adapt their structuresto be able to train students to address complex issues and topics. We also outline features ofstrong interdisciplinary programs, recommendations for developing programs, and the impact onstudent

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED): Models, Methods & Frameworks for Experiential Learning

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Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

betterment of humanity. She is currently a STEM Education Program Director at the National Science Foundation (NSF) working across the education, engineering, and technology innovation directorates. Prior to joining NSF for a second stint, Olga served as the Founding Chair of Wake Forest Engineering (2017-2024) from launch to accreditation and led transformational change with a vision to Educate the Whole Engineer for Human Flourishing and positioned Wake Forest Engineering as the 14th Best Undergraduate Engineering Program (2023 US News Report, among 275 US institutions). At Wake Forest University, she had led transformational change to reimagine and rethink engineering education and higher education. Olga has a PhD in

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Micheal Oketunde Okegbola, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Abiola Olayinka Ajala, Morgan State University

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

saying "the mentorship programs have been invaluable in guiding my​academic journey." Another participant mentioned that "the university career services providegreat support in helping students prepare for industry roles." A participant also supported thistheme saying "the university’s focus on sustainability & innovation, and support helps mypersonal goals and values."Community engagement and motivations: The qualitative data from this study showed that theparticipants experienced noticeable improvement and motivations due to utilizing differentorganized programs. A participant described this noticeable improvement saying that "thetight-knit community in my program makes me feel more engaged and motivated to push theboundaries of my studies

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 2.A

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Griffin Pitts, University of Florida; Viktoria Medvedeva Marcus, University of Florida; Sanaz Motamedi, University of Florida

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

Medvedeva Marcus, University of Florida Viktoria Marcus is an undergraduate student at the University of Florida, studying Industrial and Systems Engineering, with a concentration in Human Systems. Her research interests include human-technology interaction and technology acceptance in automation, online learning, and artificial intelligence.Ms. Sanaz Motamedi, University of Florida Dr. Motamedi is an Assistant Research Professor at Penn State University, specializing in human behavior modeling. Her research leverages mixed-methods approaches to explore human-automation interactions, with a focus on their applications in system design across education, healthcare, and transportation. Dr. Motamedi’s work aims to

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 5.A

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Nathan H Bean, Kansas State University; Joshua Levi Weese, Kansas State University; Russell Feldhausen, Kansas State University; Michelle Friend, University of Nebraska - Omaha; Friday Emmanuel James, Kansas State University; David S. Allen, Kansas State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

work with. This is a passion project for us, and it shows. Wehave shouldered the responsibility of teaching the professional development content coursesoverload as the program was launching, and have taken the reins of the state CSTA chapterwhen the current president re-entered industry. We have also leveraged the undergraduateclubs we mentor to create a state-wide computer science student community, inviting ourhigh school students to participate in an annual Hackathon, Game Jam, and ProgrammingContest, and are working towards an agricultural robotics competition.Third, we have engaged the teachers in our professional development program as co-creators ofour curriculum. This began with encouraging our teachers to offer feedback on the

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New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 2 - Technology Tools

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Evan Fakhoury, Lebanese American University; Michel Elkhoury, Lebanese American University; Pierre Rahme, Lebanese American University; Abbas A. Tarhini, Lebanese American University; George E Nasr, Lebanese American University

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New Engineering Educators Division (NEE)

, and engineering education. He is heading a VR/AR research unit at the school of engineering which is tasked with developing immersive VR/AR content for engineering courses. In addition to his academic pursuits, he is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of engineers, bringing his expertise in immersive technologies into the classroom to enhance student learning.Dr. Michel Elkhoury, Lebanese American University Dr. Michel Khoury is the Dean of the School of Engineering at the Lebanese American University (LAU), where he leads strategic initiatives in academic innovation, industry partnerships, and program development. Previously Assistant Provost and Associate Dean, he played a key role in implementing

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Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation in STEM

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Nina D Miville, University of Miami

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

Paper ID #45881Civic Engagement in Engineering - Creating the Civic-Minded EngineerDr. Nina D Miville, University of Miami NINA DeCARIO MIVILLE is an Associate Professor of Practice of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Miami in the College of Engineering. She has taught there for 16 years and prior to that she worked in industry for over 20 years. In addition, Dr. Miville has served as an Adjunct Faculty at Florida International University and American Intercontinental University. She also has 15 years of healthcare experience and 18 years of managerial

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ELOS Technical Session 3: Advancing Engineering Competencies: From Labs to Writing

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Alison Priya Nandram, University of Ottawa; Jason A. Foster P.Eng., University of Ottawa

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

biomedical engineering education,ultimately enhancing the learning experience and better preparing students for professionalpractice. 1.2. Definition of “Teaching Kit” This review defines “teaching kit” as a collection of materials, tools or resources that servesthe purpose of assisting educators in delivering an instructional experience or that assists studentsin understanding and participating in an instructional experience. 1.3. Definition of “Bioengineering” This review defines “bioengineering” a) as any engineering related activity with the goalof improving human health, or b) an activity that would give students in an accredited biomedicalengineering program the skills that would be necessary to engage in a). 1.4. Methodology

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Best in DEED

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Kerry Eller, Duke University; Megan Madonna, Duke University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

Research Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. She serves as the Director of Ignite, a human-centered design-based engineering program that links engineering and local, community-based issues to encourage empathic and creative thinkers and broaden participation in engineering. In addition, she works as the Assistant Director of Education for the Center for Global Women’s Health Technologies at Duke University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025AbstractAs global health challenges grow increasingly complex, engineering students are motivated todevelop innovative solutions that are both technically sound and socially equitable. This paperpresents the design and

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AI, Technology, and Data-Driven Learning in Biomedical Engineering

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Angela Lai, Tufts University; Kavon Karrobi, Boston University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

of AI literacy in the classroom, and the changes thereafter. This may offer valuableinsights for educators and policymakers seeking to develop effective strategies for AI integrationin engineering curriculum.2. MethodsData was collected in a lab-based BME course at Boston University, BE493 BiomedicalMeasurements & Analysis, that includes an emphasis on developing technical communicationskills. Eighty-eight students were in the class, of which 88% of the students were of junior yearstanding, 2% were sophomore standing, and the remaining 10% were students from anaccelerated graduate engineering program whose undergraduate degrees were not in engineering.The students did not have a required technical writing class prior to this course. Data

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE) Technical Session 1

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Madhumi Mitra Ph.D, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Jesu Raj Pandya, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Alena Zheng, University of Maryland College Park

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Biological and Agricultural Engineering Division (BAE)

project explores the use of FarmBot, an open-source robotic farming system, andaeroponics, a soil-less cultivation method using Tower Garden technology. Integrating thesetechnologies presents a scalable and innovative approach to space agriculture, with potentialapplications both on Earth and beyond. Over the past two years, 10 diverse STEM undergraduates(first-year to senior) and three exchange summer interns have engaged in hands-on research onsustainable lunar agriculture. They cultivated crops such as spinach, lettuce, Swiss chard, arugula,and basil in simulated lunar environments using FarmBot and Tower Garden systems. Learningobjectives included (a) programming autonomous farming systems, (b) exploring lunar regolithsimulants such as Lunar

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 6

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Ziling Chen, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Zhen Zhao, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; John Liu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

space mice orvirtual reality equipment. These devices restrict the broader adoption in education. To addressthese challenges, we developed and implemented TeleopLab: intuitive teleoperations to enableaccessible remote hands-on labs. TeleopLab allows students to remotely control a robotic arm andlab equipment in real time using a smartphone motion interface in conjunction with Zoom. Wedesigned TeleopLab to preserve the interactivity and real-world complexity of this process whiletransitioning the lab to an online format with minimal modification to the original lab content.This system was implemented in a professional laboratory course in an industry-led advancedmanufacturing training program at an innovation center in western Massachusetts

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 2

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Tyler Carter Kreipke CSC, University of Portland; Chris James Hainley Jr, University of Portland; Joshua Gargac, Ohio Northern University; Craig M. Goehler, University of Notre Dame; Lynn Dudash, University of Mount Union; Michael Foster, George Fox University; Kayt Frisch, George Fox University

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD)

, PhDAbstractThis work-in-progress (WIP) study seeks to describe and evaluate the effects of different coursegoals on student engagement and motivation in computer-aided design (CAD) courses. CADcourses are a mainstay of mechanical engineering education. In the pursuit of greater studentengagement and learning, CAD instructors have employed a diversity of strategies and coursegoals. This study will focus on two particular course goals in CAD classes: industry certificationand project-based learning. Study participants will be undergraduate students enrolled in CADcourses that pursue either industry certification with the Certified SolidWorks Associate/Professional (CSWA/CSWP) certificate or a multiple-week open-ended design project as majorcomponents of

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ECE-Circuit Courses: Instructional Innovations and Student Success

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Christopher Lowell Romeo, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; MONICA ITZEL PEREZ OLMEDO, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Presentacion Rivera-Reyes, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Heidi Jiao, Grand Valley State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

. Presentacion Rivera-Reyes, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York After earning my doctorate in Engineering Education from Utah State University, I became a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where I conducted educational research within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. I participated in an NSF-funded study focused on identifying the abstraction threshold in electrical engineering and exploring relationships between students’ cognitive processing and course outcomes. I bring industry experience from the telecommunications sector, where I served as a Project Manager developing high-speed transmission solutions for internet and mobile service enterprises. My role

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

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Bala Maheswaran; Meghna Sridhar; Yiannis Levendis; Hameed Metghalchi

, encouraging them to incorporate environment, gaining insights into the complexities andrenewable energy solutions into their designs. Engaging with challenges of renewable energy systems. The projectheliostat technology stimulates innovation and creativity, requiring involved the construction of a miniature heliostat using 3D-students to think critically about efficiency and effectiveness in theirproblem-solving approaches. Moreover, the interdisciplinary nature printed components, laser-cut materials, motors, sensors,of heliostat energy—encompassing fields such as optics, and Arduino programming to replicate the operationalthermodynamics, design process, use of sensor, rapid prototyping

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 2

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Evan Kusa, Duke University; Siobhan Oca, Duke University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

approached in research and industry, where simulations validate conceptsbefore being transferred to physical systems. Although not all undergraduates in this courseinteracted with physical robots, master’s-level students were required to do so, underscoring thecourse’s emphasis on bridging the gap between theory, simulation, and tangibleexperimentation.Lastly, the inclusion of open-ended final projects further stimulated engagement and creativity.By allowing student teams to select topics aligned with their interests, the course encouragedindependent exploration and deepened motivation. Through these projects, learners could applythe cumulative skills developed in the labs to design novel solutions, demonstrating a solidunderstanding of robotics

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 2

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Prarthona Paul, University of Toronto; Chirag Variawa, University of Toronto

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

streamlining their tasks. Astudy conducted by Altares-López et al. in Madrid introduces secondary students to multimodalGenAI tools to investigate their perceptions of GenAI after participating in experiential learningactivities involving these tools [12]. This study introduces students to GenAI tools for creativecontent generation and hands on applications, creating videos and other multimedia contentusing these tools [12]. However, in engineering education, the application of GenAI tools may bemore geared towards assisting in discipline specific problem solving and enhancing theirlearning skills. A study conducted with undergraduate students by Camacho-Zuñiga et al. inMéxico highlights several uses of GenAI tools ranging from assist students in

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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Guenter Bischof, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Benjamin Blank; Annette Casey, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Bernhard Fuchs, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Luka Grbeš, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Elia Osti

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

paths. These competencies help prepare students to navigate and adapt tothe rapidly changing demands of the workforce.To ensure the effectiveness of this educational endeavor, the project is structured around aseries of hands-on workshops. These workshops are designed to be engaging and informative,allowing participants to explore the principles of lightweight design through interactive andpractical experiences. A critical aspect of the project’s success lies in its collaborativeframework, which mandates partnerships between industry and educational institutions as aprerequisite for funding. This collaboration ensures that the workshops are grounded in real-world applications and that the content delivered is both current and relevant.In

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Construction Engineering Division: Curriculum Development

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Sarah Jayne Hitt, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering; Steve Bertasso, New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

ModelInstitute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) in Hereford, UK. This program builds on thesuccess of many programs across the UK, the US, and Canada, with a particular focus onpractical applications and sustainable building and management techniques. Each course in thedegree program links with industry partners to bring current projects, materials, and workingconditions into the classroom, better-preparing students for a rapidly evolving constructionlandscape.In this paper we use language advocated by the UK’s SPECTRUM Centre for IndependentLiving [1] which explains that “the term ‘Disabled People’ has been adopted to define acollective identity for the Disability Movement in the UK.” We acknowledge that this may notbe the preferred language for

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ENT-4: Experiential Approaches to Developing Entrepreneurial Mindsets in Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amanda Y Bao P.E., Rochester Institute of Technology; Yewande S Abraham, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

can stimulate students to analyze problemsholistically, considering different stakeholders and the impacts of their decisions [6]. Thisholistic approach improves problem-solving skills and prepares students to develop sustainablesolutions that will be useful for many parties.Introducing EML using inductive learning approaches (for example, through projects and real-life case studies) provides hands-on learning experiences to enhance student participation andpromote deeper learning [12]. Active learning approaches can lead to improved performance,increased interest, and engagement among students in civil engineering [14], [15].3. Research MethodologyThis project aims to engage upper-level civil engineering students in EML through two