Conference Session

Systemic and Policy Issues affecting Women Engineers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica Quezada-Espinoza, Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile; Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico (ITESM); Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile (UNAB); Genaro Zavala, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico; Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

varied perspectives and experiences enhance creativity anddrive meaningful innovation. Through its initiatives, WIED is committed to promotingdiversity, equity, and inclusion while addressing critical challenges such as recruitment,retention, persistence, and graduation within engineering, engineering technology, and relatedfields. The Division also welcomes allies who share their mission, emphasizing theimportance of collective efforts to advance gender equity [1].Despite significant progress in scholarships over the past decade, further analysis is needed tounderstand trends and guide future efforts effectively. This study systematically mapsresearch published in the WIED proceedings from 2015 to 2024 to address these questions.By identifying

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 3

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roberto Patricio Carú, Universidad Andres Bello; Juan Felipe Calderón, Universidad Andres Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

parameters.Appendix 4 details the performance of the Gemini, ChatGPT, and Perplexity AI tools in thesetasks, providing practical examples of their capabilities. Through a mixed-methodology approachthat includes a literature review, case studies, and practical experimentation, this researchexplores how AI can optimize these areas and develops a theoretical and practical frameworkthat guides its effective and ethical implementation.Research ObjectivesThe primary purpose of this study is to explore and assess the impact of Artificial Intelligence(AI) on the management and operation of Information Systems (IS) within educational andbusiness environments. Specifically, the research aims to:1. Evaluate how AI can improve operational efficiency in information

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Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Innovations

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kate Mercer, University of Waterloo; Jennifer Howcroft, University of Waterloo; Sean Rose, University of Waterloo

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Diversity

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

students to learn howto engage with stakeholders can be challenging with only a few case studies published in thisarea. In Fall 2023, a novel student-stakeholder interaction model was implemented as theBiomedical Stakeholder Café, with a successful second iteration in Fall 2024. The paper presents(1) an overview of key improvements to the stakeholder café interaction model and (2) ananalysis of student and stakeholder perspectives of the café experience in Fall 2024 compared toFall 2023.Key improvements implemented in Fall 2024 include changes to timing and number ofconversations, increased communication of expectations to stakeholders, and integrating a noveladaptation to the Relevance, Authority, Date, Appearance, and Reason (RADAR) framework

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jiahao Yu, Purdue University; Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); John H. Mott, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

before fueling or aircraft departure.Misfuelling usually occurs in the General Aviation (GA) sector, where smaller aircraft may useeither jet fuel or Aviation Gasoline (Avgas), which cannot be identified by the overallappearance of the aircraft [1]. The example in this study investigates the occurrence of pastmisfuelling events using Bayesian inference, discusses current preventative practices, includingplacarding, education, etc., and emphasizes the importance of robust education after theintegration of new fuels. Past accidents and incidents are grouped into three-year intervals.Bayesian inference is used to generate the probability density distribution of past misfuellingevents. When new data on misfuelling becomes available as SAF becomes

Collection

2019 CIEC

Authors

Sanjida Haque; Seth Nowak; Robyn Callaghan; Ashim Mukerjee; Rahul Prasad; Mosfequr Rahman; Aniruddha Mitra

content. The first part of the analysis was based on the structuralintegrity of the supporting load cells under the fully loaded condition. This analysis process wascarried out utilizing SolidWorks and ANSYS software. The software results were compared toillustrate consistency. The second part of this study focused on the dynamic stability of the of thepressure vessel under constant wind load. Air flowing past a body at a certain velocity will createvortices at the rear of that body initializing an oscillating flow. This oscillating flow depends on the size,shape and structure of the blunt body obstructing the flow of air.The oscillating flow is known as vortex shedding and its frequency is known as the vortex sheddingfrequency [1] A resonating

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Curricular Issues in Computing and Information Technology Programs I

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Sherriff, University of Virginia; Mark Floryan, University of Virginia

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Computing & Information Technology

our gamification platform,GamerCard, which was used for four semesters in an upper-level game design course at ourinstitution. We found that some gamification elements that are often thought to be motivatingfor participants had little to no effect on our course, while elements that specifically targetedmaking the student’s standing in the course more transparent were the most effective.1. IntroductionGamification is becoming an increasingly popular methodology for improving motivation andinterest in many domains [1]. Gamification involves the application of game mechanics to taskstypically considered to be void of fun. In the classroom, this often materializes as a set ofmechanics meant to motivate students to learn more effectively. For

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David G. Alexander Ph.D., California State University - Chico

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

technical requirements or specifications. There is no predefined problem thatneeds a solution. Students develop their own criteria for what makes a viable product, market,and customer. These challenges require students to be entrepreneurs and work collaborativelyand openly in an environment that demands careful, consistent, and precise communicationbetween students with diverse backgrounds and experiences.Team OrganizationThe core team was formed from students enrolled in either social entrepreneurship orengineering capstone. The guiding tenants of social entrepreneurship are to “(1) aim eitherexclusively or in some prominent way to create social value of some kind, and pursue that goalthrough some combination of (2) recognizing and exploiting

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The Philosophy of Engineering and Technological Literacy

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bill Williams, CEG-IST Universidade de Lisboa; Jose Figueiredo, IST, Universidade de Lisboa

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Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

, engineering faculty and the general public. This paper contributes toscholarship in the areas of technology literacy and engineering practice studies by presenting atimeline of empirical studies of engineering practice carried out in the US, Europe and Australiafrom the 19th century to today. We observe a notable widening of the range of researchapproaches employed to capture what engineers do and an increasing recognition thatsociotechnical aspects of engineering work play an important role in the workplace. Weconclude by setting out some implications for educators of the empirical findings from of thisarea of scholarship. 1. ContextAt a symposium entitled Engineering as a Social Enterprise organized by the US NationalAcademy of Engineering in

Conference Session

Distance Learning in ET Programs

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Jeff Hung, Farmingdale State College

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

. Manyhigher education institutions have been redesigning their courses and curriculums to meet theneeds of growing enrollments. This has resulted in a shift from traditional in-class teaching tohybrid or fully online teaching. Also, as the accessibility to Internet increases in the modern age,online education has quickly become a popular pedagogy [1-3]. Online course settings not only areable to offset the growing enrollment, they also offer several advantages over the traditional in-class teaching. One of the main advantages is the flexibility and accessibility of course materials.Both traditional and non-traditional students can have the flexibility of learning the materials attheir own time that do not conflict with their day-to-day activities. In

Conference Session

Idea Generation and Creativity in Design

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Charles Helm, The Pennsylvania State University; Kathryn W. Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Eli M. Silk, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Seda Yilmaz, Iowa State University; Rafael Suero, The Pennsylvania State University

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Design in Engineering Education

-reaching implications in industry, so ideation researchershave investigated and proposed many methods to promote better ideas and to evaluate quality1.In the research presented here, undergraduate engineering students participated in sessions ofconcept generation for various design problems. These participants recorded their responses onidea sheets (one concept per sheet). Each idea sheet included space for drawing sketches andwriting explanations as shown in Figure 12. Figure 1: Example Idea Sheet from Rainwater Catcher ContextResearchers and designers have offered many competing strategies for improving theeffectiveness of ideation sessions. Brainstorming, a group ideation method intended to producemany ideas, is frequently used

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Electrical and Computer Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Douglas Kearsley, Western Washington University; Andrew G. Klein, Western Washington University

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Electrical and Computer

of online solution manuals, ever more intelligent search engines,and repositories containing solutions from previous course offerings, the utility of traditionalhomework as a form of summative or formative assessment is increasingly unclear 1 . Traditionalhomework models reward correct answers, incentivizing students to consult online sources foranswers; studies have shown that 90% of students consult (questionably obtained) online solutionmanuals when completing homework 2,3 . While there are means to counteract this somewhat (e.g.,creating new problems or variations each course offering), it would seem that with the rampantuse of solution manuals by students, traditional graded homework assignments are an unreliableindicator of student

Conference Session

Engineering Management: Project Management and Partnerships

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew J. Czuchry, East Tennessee State University; James H. Lampley, East Tennessee State University; Leendert M. Craig, East Tennessee State University; Addison Scott Karnes, East Tennessee State University

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Engineering Management

experiential learning methodologies, and following a review of relevant literature,recent results of our applied research have identified a gap that can be closed. This gap isparticularly acute at the graduate level where experiential learning is often critical indemonstrating mastery of the subject matter. Further research is necessary to refine the needs inengineering at the undergraduate level. However, it is anticipated that mutually beneficialstrategic alliances will contribute to improved learning outcomes for undergraduate engineeringstudents as well.IntroductionThe purpose of this applied research is to: 1) Explore the use of technology to increase theoperational efficiency and strategic effectiveness of engineering education; 2) Suggest

Conference Session

Visualization Within Engineering Design Graphics Education Session 2

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University; So Yoon Yoon, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Design Graphics

computer-aideddesign (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) and computer-aided engineering (CAE)analysis tools; these tools are ubiquitous in the modern engineering environment 1. As companiesmove towards the model based enterprise (MBE), the ability to fluidly use these tools willbecome more important 2. In the MBE, the model is at the core of improving developmentprocess efficiency. Spatial visualization is a critical skill for interacting and engaging in theseCAx tools. Over two decades ago, Norman3 noted the importance of spatial visualization abilityin computer-based technology.Mohler’s 4 comprehensive review of spatial visualization research shows that for the vastmajority of the history of the field, spatial visualization was examined

Conference Session

Flipped Electrical and Computer Engineering Classrooms 2

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rami Jubrail Haddad, Georgia Southern University; Youakim Al Kalaani P.E., Georgia Southern University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer

follows: 1. Reduce or eliminate homework plagiarism: this is achievable since the final homework grades are not going to assess how well the student attempted the homework but will assess how well they graded it and reflected on their mistakes. This will totally flip the homework from being an assessment tool to an active learning tool. 2. Improve the effectiveness of the homework within the learning process: this is achievable since homework is honestly attempted. In addition, the process of grading the homework requires a good grasp of the solution, which is only possible through outside-the- classroom learning. 3. Develop the student self-reflection skill: this is achievable since students will learn how to

Conference Session

Multidisiplinary Student Research Experiences

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tom A. Eppes, University of Hartford; Ivana Milanovic, University of Hartford

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

engineering and scientificconcepts, increases interaction with faculty and industry sponsors, and provides opportunities forwork in emerging technology areas. Benefits accrue both to students who pursue a researchcareer and to those who enter applied fields by strengthening their ability to propose innovativesolutions. Over the past nine years, we have sought to improve student research in apredominantly teaching institution. The two primary challenges were: (1) academic - how tointroduce and promote inquiry-based learning given the constraints, and (2) business - how toobtain and sustain funding for student-based research. Further complicating the effort was a lackof experience on the part of most students in identifying an appropriate research

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 2: Design in the First Year: Challenges and Successes

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jill S. K. Nakatsu, University of Hawaii at Manoa

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First-Year Programs

introduce a student mentored first semester freshmenengineering design challenge, called the Holmes Hall Freshmen Challenge, with goals toincrease retention from first to second year while building community and support for first yearfreshmen. The challenge is introduced to freshmen at the college orientation, which draws agreater number of students than the previously mentioned programs. Typically over 100incoming engineering freshmen, participate in the college orientation so the program is offered toover half of the incoming freshmen.Research has shown that combinations of programs for first year freshmen such as learningcommunities, peer and faculty mentoring, introductory courses, and team projects.1 have positiveeffects on retention. Engaging

Conference Session

NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John D. Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Linda S Hirsch, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Raquel Perez-Castillejos, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

, do students get a job inindustry right away? Do they go straight to graduate school? Do they consider returning tograduate school if they work in industry? Additional post-graduation tracking is implemented tosupplement the results of the follow-up survey.IntroductionSince its inception, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has supported undergraduateresearch. Initially, support for undergraduates participating in research projects was provided aspart of a research grant award. In 1959, NSF began offering the Undergraduate ResearchParticipation Program, which provided summer support “for undergraduate students to work withfaculty on specially designed research projects.”1 In some cases, support extended into theacademic year. The program

Conference Session

Online Teaching

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan L. Miertschin, University of Houston (CoT); Carole E. Goodson, University of Houston (CoT); Barbara Louise Stewart, University of Houston

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Diversity

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Computers in Education

Paper ID #11964Time Management Skills and Student Performance in Online CoursesProf. Susan L. Miertschin, University of Houston (CoT) Susan L. Miertschin, M.Ed., M.S.I.S., is an Associate Professor teaching in the Computer Information Systems program at University of Houston. Her teaching interests are in the areas of (1) information systems applications development and the complementary nature of back-end developer and front-end developer skill sets and (2) managing IT services. Her research interests are program and student as- sessment, the impact of instructional technology on student learning, and the improvement of e

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Design Throughout the Mechanical Engineering Curriculum

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David C. Jensen, University of Arkansas; Dennis Beck, University of Arkansas

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Mechanical Engineering

,even with effective learning aids, engineering education struggles to convey both a depth ofinformation as well as the skills needed to apply that knowledge. A gap in recent graduate’s ability to apply their knowledge in an industrial setting has ledto approaches which integrate more project-based learning6. Specifically, graduates lack decision-making skills7 and skills related to working in open and collaborative settings8. Graduates usuallyhave very little experience working in open-ended projects and understanding exactly what sets ofdecisions need to be reached to achieve a final engineering design. The missing skill sets canbroadly be described as: 1) Making effective design decisions to select between alternatives tosatisfy

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Student Success III: Affect and Attitudes

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ryan R. Senkpeil, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Edward J. Berger, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Educational Research and Methods

. Implications for student support in those differentclassroom contexts are described.1. IntroductionMany engineering programs recruit from the upper echelon of high school students, meaning thatmost incoming engineering students begin their college careers with strong academic credentials.Given the high GPAs and standardized test scores (cognitive factors) of the majority of incomingstudents, it seems clear that these students have the cognitive capacity to succeed at theuniversity. However, what we see instead is a large number of students not performing to theirpotential, or worse yet failing courses and being forced to drop out or change majors. Thisobservation suggests a number of unmeasured non-cognitive factors that play an important rolein

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Construction Session 3: Curriculum

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Talat Salama P.E., Central Connecticut State University; Seong Jin Kim, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Diversity

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Construction

Using the Flipped Classroom Model to Improve Construction Engineering and Management EducationINTRODUCTIONToday’s students are widely considered a technology savvy generation. They have grown upwith technology including computers, the Internet, video games, mobile devices, and digitalrecorders. Due to this fact, it can be argued today’s students are fundamentally different fromprevious generations in how they learn.1 They prefer instant response, simultaneous interaction,and constant communication within technology-enabled environments.2Technology has played key roles in society. It has changed and will continue to change manyaspects of how we live as well as how we communicate. Moreover, the notion of how peoplelearn has

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session - Development Opportunities for Diverse Engineering Students

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Allie Copeland, Texas A&M University; Malini Natarajarathinam, Texas A&M University

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering, Women in Engineering

completed the entire survey and remained in the data set. Respondents could be removedfrom the data set if 1) they chose not to disclose their gender or 2) were not members of theindustrial distribution industry.3.2 Materials & DesignThe questions were adapted from the Society for Human Resource Management’s DiversityClimate Survey Templates and questions developed by DiBartola et. al. 2011. Our surveyinstrument asked men and women different questions using skip logic. Women were asked toelaborate on any experiences they have had regarding gender stereotypes. Additionallyrespondents were permitted to decline answering any of the survey questions. The resultsindicated that while we had a survey completion of rate of 282, many respondents chose

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ME Division 3: Modern Tools and Methods in Structural Analysis and CAD

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Qiuyan Li, Grove City College; George Richards, Grove City College

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

assessments demonstrated that the lab significantlyenhanced students' understanding of both ultrasonic NDT principles and their relevance toindustry, particularly in the context of material testing and evaluation. The hands-on experienceprovided by the lab offers an essential educational experience, preparing students for the demandsof modern engineering practices where NDT plays a pivotal role in ensuring material quality andsafety. I. IntroductionNon-destructive testing (NDT) plays a critical role in industries such as aerospace, automotive,energy, transportation, and manufacturing, where ensuring structural integrity and reliability isessential [1]. By evaluating material properties without causing damage, NDT enables safer andmore

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 3: Identity, Professionalization, and Belonging II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erin A. Cech, University of Michigan; Cynthia J. Finelli, University of Michigan

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

for Master’s and upper-divisionundergraduate engineering students. The course had three learning goals: (1) teach students torecognize their public welfare responsibilities, (2) motivate students to act on public welfareissues, and (3) equip students with intervention strategies (e.g., understanding whistleblowingprotections, writing an op-ed) to confront issues they may encounter in their future professionalwork. In this paper, we provide a detailed description of the course and present data from pre-and post-class surveys and open-ended reflections to illustrate how the class produced notablechanges in students’ (a) recognition of their public welfare responsibilities, (b) motivation totake action, and (c) familiarity with intervention

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Tech Session 4: Embedding Engineering for One Planet (EOP) Framework in Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pranshoo Solanki P.E., Illinois State University; Ali Barenji, Illinois State University; Matthew Aldeman, Illinois State University

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

degradation and utilizeresources efficiently so that the environmental, economic, and social benefits minimize theenvironmental degradation created through the life cycle of the built environment [1]. From amechanical engineering and renewable energy perspective, sustainable energy means usingenergy resources wisely and efficiently to meet the energy needs of the present withoutcompromising the ability of future generations to meet their own energy needs. Sustainability isa professional and ethical imperative [2]. It is unethical for a group of people from the currentgeneration to ignore or diminish the abilities of future generations to provide for themselves.Sustainability issues should take on an increased presence in university classrooms. The

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ENT-7: Approaches to Fostering Self-Efficacy and Data-Driven Decision Making

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yi Wang, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

entrepreneurs.Literature ReviewThis literature review explores the domain of academic entrepreneurship, focusing on differencesbetween faculty and graduate students. We focus on three key areas: 1) academicentrepreneurship in bridging research and commercialization, 2) challenges encountered byfaculty and graduate students, and 3) the potential of advanced methodological approaches toanalyze qualitative data in entrepreneurial research. By addressing these themes, we provide afoundation for understanding the role of career stages and methodological advancements inentrepreneurship research.Roles and Contributions of Academic EntrepreneursAcademic entrepreneurs are individuals within universities who engage in entrepreneurialactivities, such as patenting

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ERM Technical Session: Broadening Methodological Impacts

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Volpe PhD, EIT, LEED-GA, University of Florida; Denise Rutledge Simmons P.E., University of Florida

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

thought andinclusivity in engineering education research and practice. While this paper outlines themethodological framework, future research will empirically explore the most effective ways toprepare and support early-career engineers by leveraging navigational capital.IntroductionThe journey of women of color (i.e., women who do not identify as White) in the US engineeringindustry is often shaped by systemic barriers that impede both individual and collective progresswithin the field. These barriers—exclusion, sexism, discrimination, and limited mentorshipopportunities—have been well-documented in the literature [1], [2], [3], [4]. Despite variousinitiatives to promote inclusion, challenges persist, particularly during the critical transition

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 2: Student Success and Support

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saharnaz Baghdadchi, University of California, San Diego; Karcher Morris, University of California, San Diego; Bill Lin, University of California, San Diego

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

transition from a community college to a four-year university is a critical time in a student'sacademic journey, often accompanied by significant challenges. Many students have to adjust tonew academic expectations, navigate unfamiliar institutional cultures, and form connectionswithin a new peer and faculty network. These difficulties lead to what is commonly called“transfer shock,” impacting students' confidence and hindering their academic progress,particularly during their initial terms at a new institution. Prior research has shown that transferstudents experience higher dropout risks and lower first-year GPAs due to these transitionalbarriers [1], [2].For low-income and first-generation students, these challenges are often amplified by

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GSD 3: Pedagogy and Curriculum

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacqueline Rohde, Georgia Institute of Technology; Emily Grace Weigel, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

and abroad. However, thedisciplinary training that earns most faculty their graduate degrees infrequently includespedagogical preparation for serving as instructors in academia. Instead, the institutions primarilytasked with producing graduate-trained science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) professionals primarily focus heavily on scholarly output and research productivity.While such research endeavors are critical, the role of graduate students as educators cannot beignored, particularly since many of those who complete their graduate training will securefaculty positions at institutions with different teaching and research expectations than the oftenresearch-centric institutions where they were trained [1, 2]. Instead, the

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Tech Session 2: Course-Level Innovations in Environmental Engineering: Projects, Case Studies, and Social Impact

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Annesh Borthakur, Saint Louis University

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

. Marginalizedcommunities, often based on race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status, are disproportionatelyexposed to higher levels of environmental hazards such as pollution, toxic waste, and lack ofaccess to clean resources [1]. These communities frequently bear a heavier burden of negativeenvironmental consequences than more affluent or privileged communities, resulting insignificant disparities in health outcomes and quality of life. This inequitable distribution ofenvironmental risks and benefits is not accidental but rather the result of systemic factors,including discriminatory policies, practices, and societal biases [2], [3]. The environmentaljustice movement emerged in response to this injustice, advocating for the equitable distributionof environmental