Moderated by

1. Dr. Elizabeth Cady and Dr. Michelle Bradham-Cousar

Papers Presented

1. Exploration of the role and needs of high school counselors in supporting broader participation within engineering fields [view paper]
   Dr. Jeanette Chipps (Johns Hopkins University), Dr. Medha Dalal (Arizona State University), Dr. Adam R Carberry (Arizona State University), and Dr. Jennifer Kouo (Institute for Innovation in Development, Engagement, and Learning Systems (IDEALS))

Moderated by

1. Gerica Brown and Dr. DeAnna Katey

Papers Presented

1. The Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative [view paper]
   Dr. Roberta Rincon (Society of Women Engineers), Dr. Rochelle L Williams (National Society of Black Engineers), and Dr. Dayna Lee Martínez (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.)

Moderated by

1. Dr. DeAnna Katey and Gerica Brown

Papers Presented

1. Introducing the C2West Framework for Analyzing Assets of Black Undergraduate Students in Engineering [view paper]
   Ms. Jessica Fallon (Clemson University), Dr. Catherine E. Brawner (Research Triangle Educational Consultants), Aimee Sayster (), Dr. Catherine Mobley (Clemson University), Dr. Marisa K. Orr (Clemson University), and Dr. Rebecca Brent (Education Designs, Inc)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Roberta Rincon and Tiffany Reardon Reardon

Papers Presented

1. Community College Computing Programs' Unique Contexts for Promoting Gender Equity [view paper]
   Dr. Erin Carll (University of Washington), Dr. Elizabeth Litzler (University of Washington), Dr. Gretchen Achenbach (University of Virginia), Prof. Nancy Binowski (County College of Morris), Dr. Catherine E. Brawner (Research Triangle Educational Consultants), Dr. Jamie Lee Huber Ward (WEPAN, Inc.), Dr. Sherri L Sanders (), Dr. Melissa C Stange (Laurel Ridge Community College), and Dr. Zhen Wu ()

Papers Presented

1. stEm Peer Academy: Building a Community of Practice [view paper]
   Dr. Jennifer Ocif Love (Northeastern University), Mrs. Claire Jean Duggan (Northeastern University), Dr. Jacqueline A. Isaacs (Northeastern University), Prof. Johne' M Parker (University of Kentucky), and Ms. Keisha Marie Norris (Miami University)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Erin Carll

Papers Presented

1. Illuminating the APIDA Experience in Engineering Education: A Scoping Review [view paper]
   Ms. Michelle Choi Ausman (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) and Dr. Qin Zhu (Virginia Tech)

Moderated by

1. Dr. DeAnna Katey and Mrs. Tiffany Grant King

Papers Presented

1. “The only difference is now it counts:” Exploring the Role of a Summer Bridge Program in Shaping Student Expectations of Engineering [view paper]
   Taylor Y. Johnson (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Ms. Malini Josiam (Virginia Tech), and Dr. Walter C. Lee (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)

Moderated by

1. Gerica Brown and Dr. Alaine M Allen

Papers Presented

1. Intersectionality: Professional identity formation and the success of women of color in higher education STEM disciplines [view paper]
   Dr. Saundra Johnson Austin (University of South Florida), Dr. Michelle Bradham-Cousar (Florida International University), and Dr. Kemesha Gabbidon (University of South Florida)

Session Description

Ticketed event: Guest Ticket - Tuesday Breakfast - $55.00

Speaker

1. James Moore

   NSF Division of Engineering Education and Centers

   As a member of the executive leadership team at the National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. James L. Moore III is the Assistant Director for the Directorate for STEM Education (EDU). With an annual budget of over $1 Billion and personnel oversight for nearly 200 employees, he serves as the senior leader for EDU, which supports science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) projects focusing on K-12 education, undergraduate and graduate education, workforce and human resource development, and learning in formal and informal settings.

Session Description

Quiet Room - No cellphones Please

Moderated by

1. Ms. Kathrine Ehrlich-Scheffer and Mrs. Claire Duggan

Papers Presented

1. IBM Pathways Program - Empowering technical talent to grow and succeed [view paper]
   Mr. Callistus Ndemo (IBM) and Ms. Laura Casale (IBM)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Jennifer Lovely and Mr. Viyon Dansu

Papers Presented

1. Understanding the Importance of Diversity Climate and Workplace Inclusion for Engineering Faculty [view paper]
   Dr. Henry Tran (University of South Carolina), Ms. Maria L Espino M.A (Iowa State University of Science and Technology), Mr. Brian Le (UCLA), Dr. Spencer Platt (University of South carolina), Ruiqin Gao (University of South Carolina), and Ms. Jungsun Go (University of South Carolina)

Moderated by

1. Ms. Crystal Smith and Charles A. Watson

Papers Presented

1. Expanding Conversations about Accessibility to Include Faculty [view paper]
   Cali Anicha PhD (North Dakota State University), Dr. Cecilia Aragon (University of Washington), Dr. Canan Bilen-Green (North Dakota State University), Dr. Brianna Blaser (University of Washington), and Dr. Larry Napoleon Jr. (North Dakota State University)

Moderated by

1. Mrs. Qualla Jo Ketchum and Dr. Elizabeth Litzler

Papers Presented

1. Resistance to advocacy around hidden curriculum in engineering [view paper]
   Dr. Victoria Beth Sellers (University of Florida), Dr. R. Jamaal Downey (), and Idalis Villanueva Alarcón (University of Florida)

Moderated by

1. Gerica Brown and Ms. Malini Josiam

Papers Presented

1. FRAMING CULTURAL BRIDGES FOR RELATIONAL MENTORSHIP [view paper]
   Dr. SYLVANUS N. WOSU (University of Pittsburgh)

Moderated by

1. Mrs. Janice Leshay Hall and Mr. Callistus Ndemo

Session Description

Ticketed event: Guest Ticket - Tuesday Lunch - $55.00

Speakers

1. Dr. Ershela L. Sims

   WEPAN, Inc.

   Dr. Sims is the Executive Director of the Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN). Prior to joining WEPAN she was the Interim President and Senior Vice President for Virtual and Outreach Programs at the SC Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (SCGSSM). She was the first black person and first woman to lead SCGSSM. She began her career at GSSM as Vice President for the Accelerate Virtual Engineering dual enrollment program. Prior to GSSM, Dr. Sims was the Dean of Engineering and Technology at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) where developed and taught co ... (continued)

2. Mr. Jahi Sauk Simbai

   NAMEPA

   Mr. Jahi Simbai is the Senior Manager, Workforce Development, in Human Resources at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). In this role, Jahi partners across NREL to build an integrated strategy and plan for the “Workforce of the Future,” primarily through K-12, collegiate internship, and postdoctoral programs. Prior to NREL, Jahi was the Assistant Dean, Office of Graduate Studies at Colorado School of Mines. Earlier in his career, Jahi worked as a structural analyst for Ball Aerospace. Jahi holds a BS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder and an MBA from t ... (continued)

3. Dr. Kelly J Cross

   Georgia Institute of Technology

   Dr. Kelly J. Cross, Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at University of Nevada Reno, is a data-
   informed, transformational mission-focused culturally responsive practitioner, researcher, and educational leader. Dr. Cross’ complimentary professional activities promote inclusive excellence through collaboration. She is an NSF CAREER awardee, delivered multiple distinguished lectures, and has received a national mentoring award.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Elizabeth Cady and Ms. Kathrine Ehrlich-Scheffer

Papers Presented

1. Weaving Students into Engineering, not Weeding Them Out [view paper]
   Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter (Campbell University)

Moderated by

1. Dr. DeAnna Katey and Ms. Kathrine Ehrlich-Scheffer

Papers Presented

1. The Unheard Voices of Administrators who are Non-traditional Graduate Students in Engineering and Computing Education [view paper]
   Ms. Morgan Haley McKie (Florida International University), Mais Kayyali (Florida International University), and Dr. Alexandra Coso Strong (Florida International University)

Session Description

This session is the first part of “Leading Culture Shifts to Broaden Participation: An Interactive Session for Engineering Leaders.” Attendees will receive maximum benefit by participating in both sessions since the sessions build on each other.
Broadening Participation in an organization is challenging. One key to significant growth in this area is having an organizational culture that continuously builds an affinity for Broadening Participation. This two-part session will focus on how to make shifts in academic culture toward this affinity. Attendees will engage in brainstorming and discussion ... (continued)

Moderated by

1. Gerica Brown

Moderated by

1. Dr. Walter C. Lee

Papers Presented

1. Walking Between Two Worlds: Creating a Framework for Conducting Culturally-Responsive Research with University Indigenous Communities [view paper]
   Qualla Jo Ketchum (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Dr. Marie C. Paretti (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Dr. Homero Murzi (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Dr. Jennifer Lyn Benning (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Donna Westfall-Rudd (Affiliation unknown)

Moderated by

1. Dr. DeAnna Katey

Papers Presented

1. Get Outside and Learn (GOAL) Engineering Kits [view paper]
   Jennifer Bishop (University of Maryland College Park), Dr. Vincent Nguyen (University of Maryland College Park), Dr. Paige E Smith (University of Maryland College Park), and Prof. Elisabeth Smela (University of Maryland College Park)

Session Description

This session is the second part of “Leading Culture Shifts to Broaden Participation: An Interactive Session for Engineering Leaders.” Attendees will receive maximum benefit by participating in both sessions since the sessions build on each other.
Broadening Participation in an organization is challenging. One key to significant growth in this area is having an organizational culture that continuously builds an affinity for Broadening Participation. This two-part session will focus on how to make shifts in academic culture toward this affinity. Attendees will engage in brainstorming and discussion ... (continued)