theHighlander Folk School model of reflection and practice (Brian & Elbert, 2005) can supportradical change in systems. Much of the work done in the Eco-STEM project thus far hasemphasized the role of faculty through Faculty Communities of Practice (F-CoP) (Warter-Perezet al., 2022), an inclusive Teaching Repository, a reflective Peer Observation Process and Tool(Bowen et al., 2022b), and a Student Experience Survey that is in the process of development(Eco-STEM). However, in this paper, we describe how leaders, in their leadership capacity aschairs of science and engineering departments, develop an understanding of their role as leadersthrough a lens of power and privilege--both as individuals in the broader context of society (e.g.,mostly white
] during the REU. Thefollowing program components were used to develop students’ technical and professionalleadership-enabling competencies: virtual setting, research projects, posters, technicalworkshops, journal club, faculty seminar networks, community hours, and weekly reflection andsurvey. A Virtual SettingDue to restrictions following COVID, the REU site was held virtually. While this meant somestudents and faculty never actually met face-to-face, it allowed students the opportunity to workon projects across various geographic regions and meet and connect with faculty and mentorsaround the world. This virtual site was strategically organized to optimize student engagementand learning opportunities in a remote environment. The REU
maintain that the ways engineers navigate thisexperience are unique, even compared to other autonomous professions [e.g. 31, 32-34]. Whileseveral scholars have explored how leadership is practiced in the engineering profession, one hasemerged as particularly useful; [12] proposed a model of three leadership orientations in theprofession: 1. Technical Mastery –leadership practiced by teaching others; 2. Collaborative Optimization – leadership practiced by gathering and influencing teams; 3. Organizational Innovation— leadership practiced by creating market solutions.These three orientations reflect the skills, behaviors, and values commonly exhibited by leadersin the engineering profession; they also provide a coherent and
program dedicated to that purpose is essential to prepare them for their future roles asleaders in their respective fields [2]. All should be encouraged to build up their individualleadership portfolios [3]. The graduate students in such a program can acquire knowledge andlearn and practice distinct and direct skills and values relevant to leadership. Included in these areethical decision making, communication, and networking [2–6]. Throughout its course, theprogram can continually improve in terms of both its curriculum and the leadership skills it confers[4], adapting to the current academic environment and reflecting the members’ evolving leadershipgoals. The following work outlines a pathway to address the need for leadership
representative of a larger demographic.Additionally, this study does not aim to compare differences of experience delineated acrossdifferent racial backgrounds. The experiences described in this work reflect a single researcher'sinterpretation and a small representation of Black engineering leaders. Despite these limitations,this work aims to present an authentic depiction of what Black engineers typically encounter intheir leadership pursuits.Findings The stories of the Study Leaders illustrate unique insight into the experiences of early-career Black engineers in leadership positions. During their interviews, the Study Leaders' use ofBlack language allowed them to emphasize aspects of their stories and reflect on the impact thattheir experience
Carthage College, Dr. Nagel is leading development of two new degree programs: a Bachelor of Arts in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Learning from an Omnidirectional Mentorship Program: Identifying Themes and Outcomes through a Qualitative LensAbstractMentorship has many benefits which may include sharing, reflection, and empathy. Mentoringfosters understanding of others and their perspectives. Being mentored increases one’s potentialfor success and satisfaction, opening doors for new opportunities in personal and professionalgrowth. Omnidirectional mentorship is a type of organizational structure that emphasizes