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WORKSHOP III: Activity Centric Learning and Teaching with MATLAB - Module 1

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FYEE 2025 Conference

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Lynn A. Albers, Hofstra University

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MATLAB LiveScripts are considered helpful in improving MATLAB skills in upper-level courses [4]. Thecollaboration, development, implementation, and lessons learned during this process weredocumented and presented at FYEE2024 [1]. After positive feedback during the 2024 FYEEconference and another year of piloting the Activity Centric pedagogy, the self-paced MATLABLive Scripts have been further refined with clearer directions and continue to be a good learningtool in a classroom with a wide range of learning skills.Workshop participants will receive the contents of and engage in Module 1 which spans five,ninety-minute lectures for class sizes of approximately 30 students. The Module begins with thehands-on activity, Bungee Action Figure [3

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Track 3: Technical Session 3: Work-in-Progress: Development of an HBCU/Research 1 Collaborative to Increase African American Semiconductor Manufacturing Researchers

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Laura Sams Haynes, Georgia Institute of Technology; Kinnis Gosha, Morehouse College; Talia Capozzoli Kessler, Georgia Institute of Technology; R. Christian Ford, Georgia Institute of Technology; Whitney L Nelson

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Paper ID #45250Work-in-Progress: Development of an HBCU/Research 1 Collaborative toIncrease African American Semiconductor Manufacturing ResearchersDr. Laura Sams Haynes, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Laura Sams Haynes is faculty and Director of the Office of Outreach in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. Laura is passionate about developing and launching various outreach initiatives for K12 Atlanta Public Schools (APS) partners, including students and school counselors, as well as fostering HBCU partnerships, collaborations, and pathways, often with a focus on NSF

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2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

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Mridusmita Saikia; Stephanie Fuchs

Work in Progress: Can studio-style instruction promote the application of engineeringprinciples in biomedical problem solving. Analysis of type 1 diabetes treatment designssubmitted by biomedical engineering students in their sophomore and junior year studio.Mridusmita Saikia1 and Stephanie Fuchs11Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USAAbstract: Solving complex global problems requires innovative thinking and efficient design. Inour role as engineering educators, we endeavor to create the future generation of engaged andcreative problem solvers. In this study we explore whether studio-style instruction, a pedagogicaltool recently incorporated into our biomedical engineering curriculum, can be used to

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Track 1: Technical Session 1: Supporting Engineering Graduate Students to Create Inclusive Learning Environments: A Professional Development Program at a Hispanic-Serving Institution

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Katherine R. McCance, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Education, 2025 Supporting Engineering Graduate Students to Create Inclusive Learning Environments: A Professional Development Program at a Hispanic-Serving Institution Keywords: Graduate, undergraduate, engineering IntroductionIncreasing diversity and equity remains a national goal for STEM (science, technology,engineering, and mathematics) education in the United States [1], as men and white individualscontinue to receive a disproportionate share of STEM bachelor's degrees and are overrepresentedin the national STEM workforce [2]. Creating cultures of inclusion at institutions and withinSTEM departments and classrooms is vital for the success of

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Track 1: Technical Session 1: Fostering Tomorrow's Black STEM Entrepreneurs: Insights from an Innovative STEM Program Promoting Equity-Centered Entrepreneurship

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Ebony Omotola McGee, The Johns Hopkins University; Shelly Engelman, The Johns Hopkins University; Binh Chi Bui, The Johns Hopkins University

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. 4Purpose & Research QuestionsOur study seeks to address the unique challenges faced by Black/African American undergraduatestudents in STEM entrepreneurship and to develop targeted solutions. By identifying specificbarriers and motivations within this demographic, we aim to enhance the STEM-RAEE programand better address these issues. The following results and discussion provide insights from ourresearch that will guide the creation of tailored interventions to increase diversity in the STEMentrepreneurship ecosystem.Utilizing pilot survey data from over 80 Black/African American students across two HBCUs, ouranalysis focused on three primary research questions: 1. Barriers: What specific barriers do students anticipate encountering

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Track 1: Technical Session 2: Unlocking Innovation: Empowering Underrepresented Entrepreneurs in Interdisciplinary Engineering Technology

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Teddy Ivanitzki, American Society for Engineering Education; Elsabeth Mekonnen

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Underrepresented Entrepreneurs in Interdisciplinary Engineering TechnologyAbstract:In the realm of unaddressed ethnic disparities in the United States, the issue of venture capitalfunding is often overlooked. Despite their significant presence in the population, Hispanic andBlack entrepreneurs receive only a fraction of venture capital investment, which is a starkcontrast to their demographic representation. A staggering 77% of venture capital recipients areWhite, 9% women, and nearly 2% Latino, leaving just a minuscule 1% for African Americanentrepreneurs (remaining were Asians and Middle Easterners), regardless of their gender oreducational qualifications [1]. Multiple sources claim an even higher population than 80% ofWhite and approx. 1% Black

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Track 1: Technical Session 7: Experiences jeopardizing undergraduate women mental health in engineering

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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: What are the gendered experiences that women engineering students describe as directly affecting their mental health and help-seeking attitudes? 5Research Approach• Thematic analysis of women identifying participants during Year 1 of the study (n=25)• Performed by one of the team members• Interrater reliability was secured 6Results• Being the only woman exacerbates MHCs, deters help-seeking, and limits ability to build networks of support• Gendered perceptions can hide MHCs and deter help-seeking• Sexist comments limit women ability to create

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

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jay Mann, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ashleigh Wright, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ellen Wang Althaus, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Wayne L Chang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ali Ansari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Caroline Cvetkovic, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ramez Hajj, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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to ensure an equitable, inclusive, and supportive workplace and learning community. • Collaborates with the Associate Dean (AD) to 1) define strategic priorities and examine policies, and 2) develop DEI goals and objectives for the College and its units. • Utilizes data collection and analysis to identify challenges, enhance transparency, establish accountability measures, propose effective solutions, and define metrics for evaluating progress within the college’s units and other assigned areas. • Leads and oversees the development and implementation of programs, activities, and other initiatives to educate the community on diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to increase diversity within GCOE. Prior to

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Track 1: Technical Session 6: The Cocreation of a Safe Space that Centers Women of Color Academics

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jameka Wiggins, The Ohio State University; Monica Farmer Cox, The Ohio State University; Monique S. Ross, The Ohio State University; Shawanee' Patrick, The Ohio State University

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Track 1: Technical Session 4: The Effects of Group Size on the Experiences of First-Year Engineering Students in Mixed Gender Groups

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Koenraad E Gieskes, State University of New York at Binghamton; Ioana Elena Tiu, State University of New York at Binghamton

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orchallenges of these groups, underscoring the need for further research to identify these variables.[1]Another study by Griffin et al. focused on group size effects in a capstone senior design projectrevealed similar results. Over two semesters, students in larger groups achieved high grades andreported better experiences than those in smaller groups. [2] The upcoming sections of our studywill delve into the possible reasons behind these outcomes, including the impact of personalitiesin smaller groups versus factors like work distribution in larger groups.In a preliminary study to this one, the authors’ examined the impact of gender compositionwithin medium-sized groups. This study seemed to indicate that students in groups with an evengender

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Track 1: Technical Session 6: "Use of a multi-level self-study to engage campus stakeholders and improve STEM student learning outcomes "

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jennifer Speed, Texas State University; Don Pair, University of Dayton

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stakeholder groups.Introduction & Literature ReviewNationally, there are widely known, persistent inequities in STEM student outcomes. This studyhas its origins in concerns about inequities, but concerns were accompanied by a skepticismabout simplistic diagnoses of the problem. Inequitable student outcomes have strong associationswith race and family income, which can be proxies for access to quality secondary education andparental college achievement [1], but there are other factors at work. Students pursuing STEMmajors in college often suffer even worse outcomes than their non-STEM peers, with studentsfrom underserved groups experiencing much lower retention rates (i.e., retention in a STEMmajor and retention in college generally) and

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Track 4: Technical Session 1: "It is really isolating, to be honest": A Case Study of a Transwoman in Engineering

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Brandon Bakka, University of Texas at Austin; Jill Castle, University of Texas at Austin

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Bakka, Jill Castle, Dr. Maura Borrego The University of Texas at Austin 1 RoadmapBackground on LGBTQ+ studentexperiences in STEM Describe the details of the study and data analysis Discuss the themes that emerged and next steps 2 Language Used I will be using the terms “LGBTQ+” and “Queer” interchangeably to refer to anyone with a marginalized sexual or gender identity. I will be using the term “transgender” to refer to someone whose gender identity does not align with their sex they were assigned at birth I will use the term TGNB to refer to anyone with a

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Track 7: Technical Session 1: Agriculture & Nutrition for Girls While Encouraging Leadership & Stem-Enrichment (ANGELS) Program

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sandra C Affare, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Marissa McElrone, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Rachelle Pedersen, Texas Tech University

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participants’ social interactions and mentornetworks. We included an emphasis on technology through coding and computer science, variousengineering fields, and included a mental health focus. More pre- and post-assessments wereprovided to help decide ANGELS participants’ engineering identity and engineering communalvalues. This CoNECD paper will lead to a discussion on the importance of connecting academiaand the community as it relates to diversity in education, as modeled in the ANGELS Programs.Keywords: girls in STEM, Summer Program, Networks, non-traditional STEM educationIntroductionWhile many STEM fields (e.g., Biology) have made significant strides in supporting therecruitment and retention of some underrepresented groups [1], women

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Track 1: Technical Session 4: "An examination of the gender gap among Middle Eastern students in Engineering: A systematized review"

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Narjes Khorsandi Koujel, Rowan University; Justin Charles Major, Rowan University

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by increasing women’s participation in the engineering field. Wediscuss our process and findings further.Keywords: gender gap, Middle Eastern students, engineering, systematized reviewIntroduction:There is clear gender inequity in the global landscape of engineering education and professionalpractice, leading women to be significantly underrepresented in comparison to men [1]. Thesedifferences are especially clear in Middle Eastern countries, where such societies exist with specialcultural, social, and institutional characteristics that lead women to face unique challenges. Thesefeatures–for example, job market biases that favor males in engineering and other technical fieldsand societal expectations that steer women towards fields perceived

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Track 1: Technical Session 3: Beyond deficits: Developing an elicitation mechanism for engineering practitioners with ADHD to create autoethnographic counterstories

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Hector Enrique Rodríguez-Simmonds, Boston College; Sage Maul, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Levi Xuan Li, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Ruby J Barnett, Boston College

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, disability is stigmatized, and open discussions ofneurodivergence and disability are less prevalent, leading to an inability to understand howindividuals with ADHD navigate engineering ecosystems. We have two main objectives in thispaper: 1) critically analyze framings of ADHD and disability in engineering, and 2) create anddisseminate qualitative elicitation questions to create counterstories from individuals withADHD. This work forms part of a larger project to answer the following research question: Canwe reconceptualize ADHD in engineering beyond deficit frameworks through criticalmethods that uncover and question hegemonic discourses and the power those discourseshave? Positionality Statement and Introduction to Co-authorsOur

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Track 5: Technical Session 1: Engineering and Computer Science Faculty Members' Personal and Professional Perspectives on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Yvette E. Pearson P.E., University of Texas at Dallas; Canek Moises Luna Phillips, Rice University; Lisa J. Borello, University of Texas at Dallas; Torrie Cropps; Jue Wu, Univertify of Florida; Samara Rose Boyle

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of color-evasive ideology.METHODSData CollectionInstruments. During December 2023 we administered a survey to STEM faculty members andadministrators throughout the U.S. The first two sections were Pohan and Aguilar’s (2001)Personal Beliefs about Diversity and Professional Beliefs About Diversity scales, consisting of15 and 25 items, respectively. The belief scales included questions that address a range ofidentities, including race, ethnicity, gender, disability, LGBTQ identity, socioeconomic status,and nationality. For this study, we examined only race, ethnicity, and nationality. Respondentswere asked to what extent they agreed or disagreed with each statement using a five-point Likertscale that ranged from strongly disagree (1) to

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Track 1: Technical Session 5: Fostering Critical Awareness: Incorporating a Critical Consciousness Framework into Engineering Professional Development

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Jameka Wiggins, The Ohio State University; Monica Farmer Cox, The Ohio State University

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engineering sparked my interest in wanting tounderstand the experiences & knowledge of faculty, specifically the experiences that influenced their pedagogical practices. 1 Knowledge Check Critical When you hear the term critical, what does It mean to you? Critical ConsciousnessHave you heard of the concept criticalconsciousness? If so, where and what Is your understanding of it? 2Background 3 Critical Consciousness An individual’s awareness of oppressive systemic forces in society, Defined a sense of

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Track 6: Technical Session 1: Gendered Impacts of Code Critiquers on Self-Efficacy in First-Year Engineering Students.

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Mary Benjamin, Michigan Technological University; Laura Albrant, Michigan Technological University; Michelle E Jarvie-Eggart P.E., Michigan Technological University; Leo C. Ureel II, Michigan Technological University; Laura E Brown, Michigan Technological University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University; AJ Hamlin, Michigan Technological University

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, and educatio ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Gendered Impacts of Code Critiquers on Self-Efficacy in First-Year Engineering StudentsIntroductionThe demand for skilled programmers in industry continues to grow. However, research hasshown that women often face challenges in developing programming skills, primarily due tolower levels of programming self-efficacy [1], [2]. This discrepancy has contributed to persistentgender gaps in technology-related fields. There remains a critical research gap regarding thedifferential impact of educational interventions on programming self-efficacy across genders,particularly in engineering. Addressing this gap is essential to

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

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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

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, there has been a growing emphasis on the importance of inclusive and equitableteaching practices in higher education [1], [2]. As diversity in student populations increases [3],it becomes imperative for faculty to adapt their teaching methods to create equitable andinclusive learning environments and to adapt their course material to address societal issues. Thisneed is especially pronounced in engineering education, which has traditionally been perceivedas a meritocratic field where objective measures of performance overshadow the nuancedrealities of diverse student experiences [4], [5]. This perception can inadvertently perpetuatestructural inequities, as it overlooks the diverse backgrounds and learning needs of students,leading to

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Track 2: Technical Session 1: Pathways into Statistics and Data Science for Low-Income, Academically Talented Undergraduate Students

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Erin Carll, University of Washington; Aryaa Rajouria, University of Washington; Rebecca Schachtman, University of Washington; Judith E Canner; Jackie Bryce Miller, University of California, Santa Barbara; Abel Rodriguez, University of Washington

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-political trends increasinglyemphasize “data-driven” ideas, boosting the importance of statistical and data literacy forinformed participation in our broader communities. However, there is a persistent “digitaldivide” in which individuals from under-resourced communities have less exposure and access totechnological tools and learning [1]. This gap corresponds with new inequalities as technologiesare largely developed by and accessible to people with privilege [2], [3]. This makes equitableaccess to relevant knowledge and skills an important social justice concern.Research suggests that in SDS, people who are lower-income, Black, Latine, women, and/ordisabled are underrepresented in high school coursework and/or the profession [4], [5], [6], [7

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Track 1: Technical Session 3: The Dynamics of Belonging: A Look Into Belonging and its Outcomes Across Organizational Levels for Women in Undergraduate Engineering Programs

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Hannah Glisson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Track 3: Technical Session 1: Bridging Educational Equity Gaps: A Systematic Review of AI-Driven Tools for Students Living with Disabilities in Engineering and STEM Education

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Kevin Zhongyang Shao, University of Washington; Denise Wilson, University of Washington; Eric Kyeong-Min Cho, University of Washington; Sophia Tang, University of Washington; Hanlin Ma, University of Washington; Sep Makhsous, University of Washington

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environment, setting a newparadigm in personalized, diverse, and inclusive engineering education through AI technology.1. IntroductionThe pursuit of educational equity for students living with disabilities (SLWD) has been atransformative journey, marked by a series of legal and policy milestones that reflect an evolvingunderstanding of what equity should look like in learning environments. Initially, the concept ofeducational equity in the United States emerged from the need to provide accessible education toa diverse population amid industrialization and increased immigration [1], [2]. However, thisearly notion of equity often overlooked the needs of marginalized groups, including the poor,SLWD, indigenous peoples, and African Americans. The Civil

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Track 5: Technical Session 1: Evaluating the five pillars of a Summer Bridge Program and their influence on participants' intentions to complete an engineering degree

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Lorena Benavides-Riano, Mississippi State University; Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University

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after high school completion, known as the immediate college rate [1, p. 24].Specifically, increasing enrollment and retention in STEM degrees remains an ongoing challengeas its workforce accounts for 24% of the total U.S. workforce [2]. In this regard, there is a specialinterest in increasing the number of degrees in STEM, but also in the fact that workers representthe diversity of the country. In order to promote STEM degrees, it is important to work alongsideacademia to maintain a steady professional flow and achieve diversity goals, as underrepresentedprofessionals just accounted for 23% of STEM workforce in 2021, compared to 31% of the USemployment in Non-Stem fields. [2]. Thus, efforts to increase academic preparation forunderrepresented

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Track 4: Technical Session 1: Report of a Survey of Early Career Latinx Engineers: Trends across 3 Years in Perceptions of the Workplace, Social Cognitions, Job Satisfaction, and Turnover Intentions

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Lisa Y Flores, University of Missouri - Columbia; Rachel L Navarro, University of North Dakota; Jinkoo Lee, University of Missouri - Columbia; Bo Hyun Lee, The Ohio State University; Han Na Suh, Georgia State University - Perimeter College; Sarah Lynn Orton P.E., University of Missouri - Columbia; Pat Garriott

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environment,social cognitions, job satisfaction, and turnover or persistence intentions. 1 Background search Latinx in the U.S. • One of the youngest and fastest growing groups in the U.S. • comprised 19% of the population • Represent a growing segment of the U.S. labor force • almost 1 in 5 workers are LatinxWe will start by providing a context for this group and why more research is needed

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Track 2: Technical Session 1: Pulled In or Pushed Out? Underrepresented Minority High School Students Describe Socio-environmental Factors Shaping STEM Persistence and Post-Secondary Plans

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Alexis Grace Daniels, Johns Hopkins University; Rachel E Durham; Michael L Falk, The Johns Hopkins University; Alisha Nicole Sparks, The Johns Hopkins University; Emily J Yanisko, American University

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-environmental factors shaping STEM persistence and post-secondary plans Pulled in or pushed out? Underrepresented minority high school students describe socio- environmental factors shaping STEM persistence and post-secondary plans AbstractIntroductionThis research applies the Phenomenological Variant of Ecological Systems Theory to understandthe persistence of racially underrepresented minority (URM) youth in STEM pathways. URMyouth aspire to STEM careers at the same rate as White peers [1], but Black and Latinx studentsleave STEM disciplines at nearly twice the rate of White students [2]. As a result, the STEMworkforce does not reflect the country’s diversity. Literature reveals key

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CANCELLED: Track 6: Technical Session 1: A Student-Centered, Theory-Informed, Integrated Model to Academic and Career Advising to Educate the Whole Engineer: Transforming Engineering Education and Broadening Participation in Engineering is Possible!

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2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Olga Pierrakos, Wake Forest University; Melissa C Kenny, Wake Forest University

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focus on elements of academic and career advising.With undergraduate engineering education being an externally-accredited (ABET) professionaldegree, the importance of academic and career advising is well known. Although ABET doesnot specify how programs and institutions should support students towards engineering degreecompletion and career preparation, the following are some of the criteria that a programevaluator is trained to look for and evaluate against: (1) appropriate evaluation and monitoring ofstudent performance towards degree completion (Criterion 1), (2) appropriate academic advisingprocedures and practices (Criterion 1), (3) appropriate career advising procedures and practices(Criterion 1 and 6), (4) engagement with engineering

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Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Mazen I. Hussein, Tennessee Technological University

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Professional Papers

and develop actionable solutions. Although this studycenters on freshmen, the findings suggest broader applicability, underscoring the potential ofLean and engineering practices to support students in building resilience and problem-solvingskills across various academic disciplines. Integrating these methods in academia not onlyempowers students but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement within educationalsettings, bridging the gap between industry practices and academic success.Literature ReviewLean tools like value stream mapping and the A3 process aid continuous improvement ineducation by visually structuring communication and problem-solving approaches [1]. Adaptingthese practices from manufacturing is challenging, but Lean’s

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Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Kenneth Stafford Sands II, Auburn University; Andrew Hughes, Auburn University

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Professional Papers

-up is a “full-sized structural model built to scale chiefly for study, testing, or display”[1]. They can come in various forms, and the definition does not express the complexity andutility of different construction mockups, which can be varied based on role and purpose.Mockups in construction serve three primary purposes: the first is an aesthetic review, the secondis a constructability review, and the third is for assembly review and testing [2]. As a componentof this, a mockup in construction broadly serves as a means of communication.Understanding the composition of a wall can be challenging in construction with the advent ofnovel systems and components that come together in various ways. A wall mockup on aconstruction site can ensure

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Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida; Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Sofia M Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Ashish Sunny Abraham

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primary function is to evaluate how well it can do standard project management tasks,including resource leveling, Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and baseline development. Thesecomponents are essential in construction because project budgets and schedules are frequently limited.The steps in the example follow in building a network model: 1. Defining construction activities; 2.Ordering those activities used in the Project; 3. Establishing the relationships between activities to createa network diagram; 4. Identifying the activities' quantity and assigning duration; 5. Costs and resourcesto assign to each activity; 5. Calculate each activity's early Start, early finish, late Start, and late finish;6. Computation of float values to identify

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Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; George D Ford P.E., Mississippi State University; Read Allen Robertson, Mississippi State University

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Diversity, Professional Papers

arepresent in colleges today. These topics include gender gaps in current major fields of study,reasons why female or male students choose their majors, reasons why they do not incline tosome majors, and employability between males and females. From the beginning of highereducation in the United States, there was a significant difference in enrollment between men andwomen. This difference was due to many things like societal norms and the belief that collegewas not for women. In the last fifty years, a difference in this trend has been seen. In the early1980’s, women started to surpass men for college enrollment number. Currently, data shows thatwomen make up around 57% college students in the United States [1]. While this number isencouraging for