alsoshed light onto the troubles and triumphs that international and immigrant teachingprofessionals in the higher education landscape may face. It is hoped that the presentation is useful for administrators as they think about supportingatypical cases to strengthen their infrastructure, since afterall, innovation happens most amongthose pushing boundaries whilst facing challenges.pg. 18References:[1] Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2017). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, andmixed methods approaches. Sage publications.[2] Matusovich, H. M., Murzi, H., Gray, D., Chambers, B., & James, M. (2020, January). AnAutoethnography: Outcomes from Faculty Engagement in Course Development in a Large First-Year Engineering Program. ASEE
Paper ID #35582Retention Strategies for Educators from Women STEM Graduates of the1970’s & 1980’sDr. Kathleen Buse, Advancing Women in the Workforce Kathleen Buse is a business leader whose work focuses on helping organizations be more successful through the development of engaged and inclusive work cultures. As President and Founder of Advancing Women in the Workforce, she helps employers recruit, retain, and advance women. Kathleen’s experience includes 25 years in industry, beginning as an engineer and advancing to executive leadership. She spent ten years in academia where she became an award-winning researcher and
Paper ID #36431Community College Computing Programs’ Unique Contexts for PromotingGender EquityDr. Erin Carll, University of Washington Erin Carll is an evaluator and researcher at the University of Washington Center for Evaluation and Re- search for STEM Equity. She earned a PhD and MA in Sociology as well as a certificate in demographic methods and a concentration in social statistics from UW. She also earned an MA in Russian, East Eu- ropean, and Eurasian Studies from Columbia University, a BA in Political Science and Russian Studies from Central Connecticut State University, and an AA in Liberal Arts and Sciences from
Paper ID #40707Siloed Efforts and Collaboration Among STEM Equity Initiatives: AnOrganizational Network AnalysisDaniel Mackin Freeman, University of Washington Daniel Mackin Freeman is a doctoral candidate in Portland State University’s Department of Sociology and a Research Scientist at the University of Washington Center for Evaluation and Research for STEM Equity. He received his BFA in General Fine Arts with a focus on social practice from the Pacific North- west College of Art and his MS in Sociology from Portland State University. With a background in the philosophy of art and education, Daniel’s current research
– Students reported that the institute’s activities improved the short-term outcomes. – Select schools were dissatisfied with transportation • College application workshop (Fall 2022) – Participants were satisfied with the workshop. • All respondents agreed or strongly agreed that they were satisfied with it.Participating Faculty FeedbackParticipating faculty also had an opportunity to provide feedback on the program through one on-one interviews and online surveys. A summary of the findings is provided below: a) Better vetting of participating students for the program b) Improved scheduling of classes to minimize student conflicts c) Faculty training on DEI d) In-person classes (challenging as
Paper ID #40755Disaggregating data from peer-led, small group discussion workshops forengineering and computer science undergraduates: Examining ’belonging’and ’mentorship’ outcomes for underrepresented student populationsRyan Sauve, Cornell University I am the Assistant Director with Engineering Learning Initiatives (ELI) at Cornell University. In this role, I use evidence-supported practices in teaching and learning to empower peer educators who facilitate student-centered, inclusive, and collaborative learning communities in our Academic Excellence Work- shops (AEWs).Celia Evans PhD, Cornell University I am a STEM
speaker is a leader within herindustry and engineering society and will discuss the value of service to a student’s professionalsociety and how it helps shape opportunities for professional development and advancement incareer pathways. We will also address social justice learning by implementing seminars onpolicies that impact student’s academic experiences (e.g. is there family leave as a student orwhat happens if I am in a toxic lab?).[1] S. Stansfeld and B. Candy, "Psychosocial work environment and mental health--a meta-analytic review," ed, 2006.[2] E. M. Smith, "Ethnic minorities: Life stress, social support, and mental health issues," TheCounseling Psychologist, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 537-579, 1985.[3] D. M. Frost, K. Lehavot
contributes to women’s recruit- ment, retention, and graduation within the TCE. Thompson has mentored student leaders throughout her career, most recently with women-centric organizations in the college. She has served as a Chancel- lor appointed member of UT’s Commission for Women and a board member with NASPA’s Center for Women. Thompson has received numerous recognitions and honors, including the 2017 NAMEPA Out- reach Program Award, 2017 NAMEPA Wings to Succeed Award, 2014 Outstanding New Professional, 2014 NACADA Region III Excellence in Advising – New Advisor (NC), and 2012 Gold Winner-Student Health, Wellness, Counseling and Related-Excellence Award. Thompson earned a Master’s degree in business administration
Paper ID #35648Enhancing Participation of Underrepresented Student Populations andWomen in Engineering and Computer Science – An Experience ReportDr. Shihong Huang, Florida Atlantic University Shihong Huang is a Professor and the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, Equity and Inclusion in the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University. Her research interest is in the area of software engineering, particularly in human-in-the-loop for self-adaptive systems, human- system co-adaptation, reverse engineering, and brain-computer interaction (BCI).Dr. Nancy Romance , Florida Atlantic University Dr
Paper ID #35615Bridging Internationalization and Equity Initiatives in EngineeringEducationDr. Robert S Emmett, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Emmett serves as Assistant Director for Global Engagement in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech and focuses on intercultural skills, connecting classroom learning with sustainable community de- velopment, and online engineering education. He is the author of Cultivating Environmental Justice: A Literary History of US Garden Writing (University of Massachusetts Press, 2016) and with David E. Nye, Environmental Humanities: A Critical Introduction
Paper ID #40682Logic Models: How this tool can help you make the case for your DEIprogramsDr. Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington Elizabeth Litzler, Ph.D., is the director of the University of Washington Center for Evaluation and Re- search for STEM Equity (UW CERSE) and an affiliate assistant professor of sociology. She has been at UW working on STEM Equity issues for 20 years.Dr. Erin Carll, University of Washington Erin Carll (she/her) is a research scientist at the University of Washington Center for Evaluation & Re- search for STEM Equity. She earned a PhD and MA in Sociology as well as a certificate in
Paper ID #35557Combining Forces: Putting Equity to WorkDr. Fatima Alleyne, University of California, Berkeley Fatima Alleyne, Ph.D., is the director of Community Engagement and Inclusive Practices in the College of Engineering at UC Berkeley. She brings her passion and love for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and education into her work to develop programs that promote equity; foster a positive, inclusive culture; and increase access and opportunities to those who have historically been underrep- resented in STEM. She also leads a strategic planning and data-driven process to guide programs and
institutional environments and STEM identity development are sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Kapor Center. In recent years, she was selected as an Early Career Awardee and Faculty Fellow with the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHHE) and a NASPA Emerging Faculty Leader. She also received the Barbara Townsend Early Career Scholar Award by the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC) and gave the distinguished ASHE-CAHEP Barbara Townsend Lecture. To learn more about her current projects, visit http://sarahlrodriguez.com/Taylor Y. Johnson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Taylor Y. Johnson is a graduate student at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and
Paper ID #40740Successful mentoring practices for women undergraduate STEM studentsDr. Suzanne Zurn-Birkhimer, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Dr. Suzanne Zurn-Birkhimer is Associate Director of the Women in Engineering Program and Asso- ciate Professor (by courtesy) in the Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences at Purdue University. She conducts research around student success.Ms. Elizabeth Hart, University of Dayton Beth Hart is a Principal Lecturer for the University of Dayton School of Engineering Innovation Center. She received her B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Dayton, both in
Paper ID #36477Get Outside and Learn (GOAL) Engineering KitsJennifer Bishop, University of Maryland College Park Jen Bishop is the Assistant Director - Outreach and Recruitment for the Women in Engineering Program at the University of Maryland, A. James Clark School of Engineering, where she draws upon her 10+ years of STEM and Maker education experience to inspire future engineers. Jen has a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Maryland.Dr. Vincent Nguyen, University of Maryland College Park Vincent P
Paper ID #40777Qualitatively Exploring How Finances Constrain Undergraduate Engineer-ingStudent Experiences, Mental Health, and Career OpportunitiesEmily Fitzpatrick, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Emily is a third-year mechanical engineering undergraduate student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Dr. Jessica Deters, University of Nebraska - Lincoln Dr. Jessica Deters is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical & Materials Engineering and Discipline Based Education Researcher at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. She holds her Ph.D. in Engineering Edu- cation and M.S. in Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech
Paper ID #40789Technology Students’ Recognition of Algorithmic Data Bias throughRole-Play Case StudiesMr. Ashish Hingle, George Mason University Ashish Hingle (he/him) is a Ph.D. student in the College of Engineering and Computing at George Ma- son University. His research interests include technology ethics, interactions and networking in online communities, and student efficacy challenges in higher education. He received his bachelor’s degree in Information Systems and master’s degree in Information Assurance (Cybersecurity – Forensics – Audit) from sunny Cal Poly Pomona.Dr. Aditya Johri, George Mason University Aditya
this role, she served as Director of the Program in Technical Communication since 2012. She has taught classes in technical communications to undergraduate and graduate students at the College of Engineering since 1997. She has also co-authored the book A Practical Guide to Technical Reports and Presentations for Scientists, Engineers and Students. Prior to her teaching career, Dr. Khan worked as an engineering and project manager to design man- ufacturing systems in the information technology field, to manufacture and test engine blocks for the automotive industry, and to research coatings for high-speed and high-temperature machining applica- tions. Dr. Khan has a Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical
Paper ID #36459IBM Pathways Program - Empowering technical talent to grow and succeedMr. Callistus Ndemo, IBMMs. Laura Casale, IBM Laura is a Learning Consultant working on contract for IBM. She is representing the IBM Pathways Program, as well as the Program Owner and Leader, Lisa Gable. Laura has a long career with IBM, serving in many HR functions including Talent Management, Talent Development, Learning and Leadership Development. She has extensive experience designing, imple- menting, and scaling learning solutions that drive individual and organizational growth. Besides IBM, Laura also worked in the Financial
Paper ID #36414Discovering our ”We”: Marginalization as Connection betweenInternational STEM Faculty and their Black and Brown Doctoral MenteesDr. Lisa Merriweather, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Lisa R. Merriweather is a professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She received her PhD in Adult Education with a graduate certificate in Qualitative Inquiry from the University of Georgia in 2004. Her research focuses on issues of equity and social justice within adult education, informal edu- cation, and doctoral education. She explores the critical philosophy and sociology of race and anti-Black
Paper ID #40759stEm PEER Academy: the Power of Human CapitalDr. Jennifer Ocif Love, Northeastern University Dr. Jennifer Love is a full-time faculty member of Northeastern University’s College of Engineering, most recently in the First Year Engineering program. She is currently the Associate Director for the Center for STEM Education. She has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1993), a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from The University of Iowa (1997) and a Doctorate in Education from Northeastern University (2022) where she recently completed her
Paper ID #35587Living, Learning & Growing Together: Engineering Your WorldMrs. Ana M Dison, University of Texas at Austin Ana Dison is the Director for Student Programs in Women in STEM (WiSTEM), a new initiative serving all women in STEM at UT. The focus of WiSTEM is to educate and expose students to transdisciplinary, holistic experiences that increase the sense of belonging, STEM identity, and STEM self-efficacy. In addition to the K-12 outreach activities and programs, WiSTEM will provide undergraduates with pro- fessional development opportunities including mentoring, leadership, and community-building
the Pre-Collegiate, Collegiate and Professional demographics. She is also responsible for the Society’s spon- sored programs and research efforts. Prior to joining NSBE, Dr. Rochelle served as Project Director and Co-Principal Investigator for the ADVANCE Resource Coordination (ARC) Network with the Associa- tion for Women in Science (AWIS) and Research Scientist in the Office for Academic Affairs at Prairie View A&M University. In 2016, Rochelle was selected as a Christine Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Fellow with the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine in Washington, DC. As a fellow, she supported the Committee on Women in Science, Engineering, and Medicine on the initial
, and was on the board of governors for the Rocky Mountain chapter of ASHRAE. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in architectural engineering and an MBA. He is a licensed professional engineer and a LEED-accredited professional in building design and construction.Rachel Levitt, Kansas State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Real life experiences inrecruiting, retaining, and supporting LGBTQIA+ engineering students Dr. Amy Betz (she/her)1 Craig Wanklyn, PE, MBA (he/him)1 Dr. Rachel Levitt (they/them)2 Mariya Vaughn (she/they)3 1-Col l ege of Engineering, 2
Paper ID #40754Teaching Equity through Assets-Based Journaling: Using CommunityCultural Wealth to Guide Student ReflectionsDr. Gabriella Coloyan Fleming, University of Texas at Austin Dr. Gabriella Coloyan Fleming is the director of and a research associate in the Center for Equity in Engineering within the Cockrell School of Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. She earned her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University in 2012 and her M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from UT Austin in 2014 and 2018, respectively. In addition to leading research and practice in the Center for Equity
Paper ID #35610The Minimization of Microaggressions in Engineering EducationStephanie Masta, Purdue University Associate Professor, Purdue UniversityDarryl Dickerson, Florida International University Dr. Darryl A. Dickerson is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Florida International University (FIU). Dr. Dickerson’s research focuses on transforming multiscale mechanobi- ological insights into biomanufacturing processes enabling the creation of personalized, fully functional engineered tissues. His research group, the Inclusive Complex Tissue Regeneration Lab (InCTRL), does this through
was on the board of governors for the Rocky Mountain chapter of ASHRAE. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in architectural engineering and an MBA. He is a licensed professional engineer and a LEED-accredited professional in building design and construction.Rachel Levitt, Kansas State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Creating buy-in from key constituencies for supportingLGBTQIA+ engineering students Dr. Amy Betz (she/her)1 Craig Wanklyn, PE, MBA (he/him)1 Dr. Rachel Levitt (they/them)2 Mariya Vaughn (she/they)31-Col l ege of Engineering, 2-Social Transformation Studies, 3
Paper ID #36421External review letters for promotion and tenure decisions atresearch-intensive institutions: An analysis of the content of templateletters for bias and recommendations for inclusive languageProf. Cinzia Cervato, Iowa State University Cinzia Cervato is the lead PI of the NSF-funded ADVANCE Midwest Partnership project and Morrill Professor of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences. She has served as a faculty fellow for early career and term faculty in the Office of the Provost and faculty fellow for strategic planning in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. She earned a doctor of geology degree from the
Paper ID #36420Weaving Students into Engineering, not Weeding Them OutDr. Jenna P. Carpenter, Campbell University Dr. Carpenter is Founding Dean of Engineering at Campbell University. She is 2022-2023 President of ASEE and past President of WEPAN. She is a former NSF ADVANCE PI and was a co-recipient of the 2022 National Academy of Engineering’s Bernard M. Gordon Award for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education for her role in launching the Grand Challenges Scholars Program. She is an ASEE PEV for General Engineering, Dr. Carpenter regularly speaks at the national level on issues related to the success of
Paper ID #36462Connecting Efforts to Support Minorities in Engineering EducationDr. Elizabeth Cady, National Academy of Engineering Dr. Elizabeth T. Cady is a Senior Program Officer and Director of the Practices for Engineering Education and Research (PEER) program of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). PEER conducts studies, workshops, and other activities focused on equitable and inclusive engineering education writ large and related research at the precollege and higher education levels. She earned M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Cognitive and Human Factors Psychology from Kansas State University and a B.A. in