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Helen Geller is the Program Manager for the Center for Research in Engineering and Technology Education (CREaTE) and the STEMFUERTE grant, funded by the Department of Education at the University of Texas at El Paso. Helen is also a Biology instructor at El Paso Community College.
Professor in the Department of Engineering and Leadership at UTEP.
This work introduces an innovative dual-form mentoring model for first-year engineering programs, merging the strengths of near-peer mentoring and reverse mentoring. Near-peer mentors, experienced upperclassmen, offer valuable guidance to first-year students, fostering a sense of belonging and enhancing resource access. Simultaneously, instructors engage in reverse mentoring, gaining insights into current student perspectives for dynamic teaching adjustments. This model not only supports underrepresented students in engineering but also contributes to the diversity and inclusivity of the field. Preliminary outcomes showcase positive mentor-mentee relationships, increased knowledge sharing, and improved educational practices, highlighting the potential of this approach to revolutionize the landscape of engineering education.
Geller, H. E., & Golding, P., & Gonzalez, A., & Perez, A. (2024, March), Enhancing Engineering Education through Mentorship Paper presented at 2024 ASEE-GSW, Canyon, Texas. 10.18260/1-2--45379
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