Online Session Locator
Sun. June 22, 2025 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Viger - 8th Floor, Westin Montreal
Session Description

Free ticketed event
This workshop is designed to equip educators with comprehensive resources for fostering entrepreneurial thinking and problem-solving in their students. Collaborating with the ASEE ENT Division, Engineering Unleashed Fellow Program, and the Ohio State University, this workshop meets a critical need for accessible, high-quality teaching materials.
Participants will receive fully developed resources such as slide decks, case studies, handouts, worksheets, and more, eliminating the need for additional preparation. Educators will engage in hands-on, interactive experiences that immerse them in real-wo ... (continued)

Speaker
  1. Mandana Ashouripashaki
    The Ohio State University

    Mandana Ashouripashaki is the Associate Director of Licensing and Business Development for Engineering at The Ohio State University and a PhD student in Engineering Education. She is also a certified NSF I-Corps instructor and a 2024 Engineering Unleashed Fellow. Her work focuses on strategic outreach, key account management, improving deal quality and speed, and leading entrepreneurial training and initiatives.
    Prior to joining Ohio State, Mandana served as the Director of Licensing & Business Development (Physical Sciences & Engineering) at Colorado State University for four years. She ... (continued)

M224·Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Poster Session
Poster Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Mon. June 23, 2025 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM
001 -Exhibit Hall 220 C, Palais des congres de Montreal
Papers Presented
  1. BOARD #149A: From Curiosity to Impact: Incorporating AI into Student Portfolios and the Creative Process [view paper]
    Dr. Keilin Jahnke (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
  2. BOARD #150: WIP More than its parts: Insights from cultivating a multidisciplinary network for entrepreneurship and communication [view paper]
    Prof. Mark Blaine (University of Oregon) and Dr. Nathan Jacobs (University of Oregon)
  3. BOARD #151: WIP: Fostering Collaborative Entrepreneurship Skills in Technical Disciplines [view paper]
    Blanca Esthela Moscoso (Affiliation unknown) and Dr. MiguelAndres Andres Guerra P.E. (Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ)
  4. BOARD #152: WIP: Teaching practices assessment tools as the foundation for identifying entrepreneurial education best practices [view paper]
    Mr. Marcus Melo de Lyra (The Ohio State University), Sherri Youssef (The Ohio State University), Peyton OReilly (The Ohio State University), Shukufe Rahman (The Ohio State University), Dr. Benjamin Ahn (The Ohio State University), and Dr. Adam R Carberry (The Ohio State University)
  5. BOARD #153: Work in Progress: Designing a Role Playing Game for an Astrobiology Course [view paper]
    Prof. Steven McAlpine (University of Maryland Baltimore County)
  6. plus 1 more paper
M3195·DISTINGUISHED PANEL: Neurodiversity and the University’s Role: Perspectives on Education and Career Preparedness
Panel Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Constituent Committee Division, Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT), Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D), Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE), Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT), Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) , Software Engineering Division (SWED), New Engineering Educators Division (NEE), First-Year Programs Division (FPD), and ASEE Commission on P12 Engineering Education
Mon. June 23, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
512A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This panel discussion will delve into the vital role universities play in creating inclusive environments for neurodiverse students. As we acknowledge and celebrate the diverse neurological profiles that enrich our academic and professional communities, it’s crucial to address the specific challenges and opportunities these students encounter. Our panel of experts will share strategies to enhance educational practices and career readiness, ensuring that all students can thrive academically and professionally. Join us for this insightful discussion aimed at equipping universities with the knowledg ... (continued)

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections, Advocacy and Policy, Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology, New Members, and Pre-College

Moderated by
  1. Dr. Gregory D. Abowd
Speakers
  1. Marisa Chrysochoou
    University of Missouri - Columbia

    Dean, College of Engineering
    University of Missouri, Columbia

  2. Erik Brenner
    Northeastern University

    Director of Diversity Initiatives & Engagement
    College of Engineering
    Northeastern University, Boston

  3. Keivan G. Stassun
    Vanderbilt University

    Stevenson Professor
    Physics & Astronomy
    Vanderbilt University

  4. Prof. Arash Esmaili Zaghi P.E.
    University of Connecticut

    Professor
    Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering,
    University of Connecticut

M324·ENT-1: Innovative Approaches to Student Engagement and Belonging in Engineering
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Mon. June 23, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session highlights cutting-edge strategies and research aimed at enhancing student engagement and fostering a strong sense of belonging within engineering programs. Presentations will explore diverse methods to support student motivation, identity development, and inclusion, creating more welcoming and supportive learning environments. Attendees will discover practical approaches to connect students with their disciplines and peers, ultimately promoting persistence and success in engineering education.

Moderated by
  1. Dr. Joshua Gargac and Dr. Kumar Yelamarthi
Papers Presented
  1. Autonomy, Motivation, and Inclusive Teaching: Engineering Museum Exhibit Class Project [view paper]
    Dr. Lauren H. Logan (Ohio Northern University)
  2. A Few Good Connections: Exploring the Social Networks of Underrepresented Racially Minoritized (URM) Entrepreneurs in Tech Fields [view paper]
    Dr. Ebony Omotola McGee (The Johns Hopkins University), Dr. Shelly Engelman (Johns Hopkins University ), Dr. Thema Monroe-White (George Mason University), and Dr. Binh Chi Bui (The Johns Hopkins University)
  3. Defining your Why: Cultivating Identity and Belonging through Coaching on Communication [view paper]
    Dr. Andrea T Kwaczala (Western New England University), Andrea Davis (Western New England University), and Dr. Heidi Ellis (Western New England University)
  4. The Fifth Element of Biomedical Engineering is Innovation: A Quintessential Design Studio Course Focusing on the “Wearable Technology” Ecosystem [view paper]
    John Peponis (Lawrence Technological University) and Dr. Eric G Meyer (Lawrence Technological University)
M327C·Cultivating the Entrepreneurial Mindset in First-Year Engineering Students (EMIFY)
Panel First-Year Programs Division (FPD) and Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Mon. June 23, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
510C, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

Join us for an immersive session focused on the Entrepreneurial Mindset in the First Year (EMIFY) initiative, dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial thinking among first-year engineering students. The session is designed in an interactive format, combining resource-sharing sessions with collaborative breakout groups. Participants will engage in deep dives into one of the 28 subcategories of the EMIFY framework, such as opportunity recognition, engineering identity, storytelling, metacognitive awareness, leadership, and empathy. Through these activities, attendees will:
Review Definitions: Gain a ... (continued)

For those interested in: Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology

Speakers
  1. Dr. J. Blake Hylton
    Ohio Northern University

    TBD

  2. Dr. Kaitlin Mallouk
    Rowan University

    TBD

  3. Dr. Krista M Kecskemety
    The Ohio State University

    TBD

  4. Dr. Jack Bringardner
    Colorado School of Mines

    TBD

M424·ENT-2: Bridging Faculty and Student Perspectives in Entrepreneurial Education
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Mon. June 23, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session explores the dynamic interplay between faculty approaches and student experiences in fostering entrepreneurial mindsets within engineering education. Presentations will highlight strategies for enhancing faculty engagement, promoting coachability, and understanding student perceptions to create a collaborative and supportive learning environment. Attendees will gain insights into effective pedagogical practices and institutional frameworks that bridge the gap between educators and learners, ultimately empowering students to thrive as innovative and entrepreneurial engineers.

Moderated by
  1. Jeffrey Stransky and Dr. Heather Dillon
Papers Presented
  1. Initial Validation of Indirect Assessments tools for Connections and Creating Value for Entrepreneurial Minded Learning [view paper]
    Tyler James Stump (The Ohio State University), H. Schwab (The Ohio State University), Sydney Cooper (The Ohio State University), and Dr. Krista M Kecskemety (The Ohio State University)
  2. Navigating Institutional Opportunities and Challenges: Interdisciplinary Program Development for Product Design and Entrepreneurship [view paper]
    Dr. Shelly Gulati (University of the Pacific), Dr. Sebastian Dziallas (University of the Pacific), Dr. Mehdi Khazaeli (University of the Pacific), Dr. Bidisha Burman (University of the Pacific), Dr. Maryam Heidaripour (University of the Pacific), and Leili Javadpour (University of the Pacific)
  3. Leveraging the Collective Wisdom of a Network to Identify Behaviors Linked to Entrepreneurial Mindset [view paper]
    Dr. John K. Estell (Ohio Northern University), Dr. DeAnna Lynn Leitzke PE (Milwaukee School of Engineering), Prof. Kurt Paterson P.E. (Arizona State University), and Joshua Mitchell (Milwaukee School of Engineering)
  4. Faculty and Students' Perceptions and Experiences in the STEM Patent Pathway Program and Entrepreneurial Mindset Development: A Case Study [view paper]
    Ms. Katherine Jiawen Ren (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Dr. David K Pugalee (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Dr. Audrey Rorrer (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Dr. Praveen Ramaprabhu (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Dr. Mesbah Uddin (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Dr. H. P. Cherukuri (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), and Dr. Terry Xu (University of North Carolina at Charlotte)
  5. Incorporating Entrepreneurially Minded Learning (EML) into a Computer Networks Course [view paper]
    Dr. M Ajmal Khan (Ohio Northern University), Dr. Heath Joseph LeBlanc (Ohio Northern University), Dr. Khalid S. Al-Olimat P.E. (Ohio Northern University), Dr. Ahmed Ammar (Ohio Northern University), and Farha Jahan (Ohio Northern University)
M524·ENT-3: Transforming Engineering Curriculum through Entrepreneurial Approaches
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Mon. June 23, 2025 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session showcases forward-thinking initiatives that embed entrepreneurial principles into engineering curricula. Presenters will discuss curriculum redesigns, instructional innovations, and hands-on learning experiences that cultivate creativity, problem-solving, and an entrepreneurial mindset among engineering students. Attendees will gain practical insights into curriculum transformation strategies that prepare students to thrive in dynamic, real-world environments.

Moderated by
  1. Prof. Andrea M Ragonese and Lynn Hall
Papers Presented
  1. An Entrepreneurial Mindset-Based Early-Curriculum Exposure to Undergraduate Research [view paper]
    Dr. Blake Everett Johnson (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), Dr. Irene Reizman (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), Dr. Liping Liu (Lawrence Technological University), Dr. Mary Lauren Benton (Baylor University), John Peponis (Lawrence Technological University), Maysam Nezafati (Georgia Institute of Technology), Dr. Michelle Marincel Payne (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), Dr. Jonathan Rylander (Baylor University), and Mitchel Daniel (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology)
  2. Incorporating an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Online Introduction to Engineering Courses: A Study of Value Creation [view paper]
    Dr. Kristen Peña (Arizona State University), Dr. Medha Dalal (Arizona State University), Dr. Anoop Singh Grewal (Arizona State University), and Dr. Michael Machas (Affiliation unknown)
  3. Introducing the Entrepreneurial Mindset into Classes at NC State University [view paper]
    Dr. Anna K. T. Howard (North Carolina State University at Raleigh), Katherine Saul (North Carolina State University at Raleigh), and Nathalie Lavoine (North Carolina State University at Raleigh)
  4. Mastery-Based Learning Inspires Persistence and Growth Through Failure [view paper]
    Dr. Joshua Gargac (Ohio Northern University), Dr. Shuvra Das (University of Detroit Mercy), Dr. Kurt M Degoede (Elizabethtown College), and Dr. Sara A. Atwood (Elizabethtown College)
  5. Using Narrative Inquiry to Assess Research Outcomes of Biomedical Engineering Entrepreneurial REU Undergraduate Students [view paper]
    Ms. Alexandra Mary Jackson (Rowan University), Cayla Ritz (Rowan University), Dr. Cheryl A Bodnar (The Ohio State University), Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison (Rowan University), Dr. Kaitlin Mallouk (Rowan University), and Dr. Mary Staehle (Rowan University)
T224·ENT-4: Experiential Approaches to Developing Entrepreneurial Mindsets in Engineering
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Tue. June 24, 2025 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session highlights the power of experiential learning in nurturing entrepreneurial mindsets among engineering students. Presenters will share innovative projects, interdisciplinary collaborations, and real-world challenges that immerse students in active problem-solving and creative thinking. Attendees will discover effective strategies for integrating hands-on experiences into engineering education to inspire innovation, adaptability, and entrepreneurial success.

Moderated by
  1. Dr. Kumar Yelamarthi and Dr. Azadeh Bolhari P.E.
Papers Presented
  1. Analysis of Mindset in Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences for Mechanical Engineering [view paper]
    Sydney Casperson (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Heather Dillon (University of Washington), Dr. Jeffrey Walters (University of Washington), Dr. Chris Sharp (George Fox University), and Dr. Kayt Frisch (George Fox University)
  2. Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset by Bridging Design and Construction – Incorporating Three Cs in Civil Engineering Technology Courses [view paper]
    Dr. Amanda Y Bao P.E. (Rochester Institute of Technology) and Dr. Yewande S Abraham (Rochester Institute of Technology)
  3. Developing Entrepreneurial Mindsets in Construction Management through Experiential Projects [view paper]
    Dr. Dalya Ismael (Old Dominion University)
  4. Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindset in Chemical Engineering Students Through an Alumni Seminar Series and Alumni-Led Jigsaw Activities [view paper]
    Prof. Stephanie G Wettstein (Montana State University - Bozeman)
  5. Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindset via Hands-On Learning: A Case Study on Project-Based Learning in Advanced Manufacturing and Additive Manufacturing Courses [view paper]
    Dr. Anu R Osta (Rowan University) and Dr. Behrad Koohbor (Rowan University)
T316·Campus as a Living Classroom for Transformative Energy Performance; Can Engineering Educators Shift the Paradigm to Speed Up the Process?
Panel Energy Conversion, Conservation and Nuclear Engineering Division (ECCNE), Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) , Instrumentation Division (INST), Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT), Software Engineering Division (SWED), Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) Constituent Committee Division, and Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)
Tue. June 24, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
512H, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

Free ticketed event
The Panel will share the collaborative work being accomplished by three academic institutions to decarbonize their campuses to create “Living Classrooms” while shifting the academic paradigm to equip energy engineers and others to accelerate the successful, community-scale energy transitions. The ASEE Conference theme of "Engineering Educators Bringing the World Together” is fitting for this discussion.

The background to this work is the gap between widely accepted goals to rapidly decarbonize the global energy system and major shortfalls in the scale and speed of effective implementation ... (continued)

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections, Advocacy and Policy, and Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology

Moderated by
  1. Dr. Lynn A. Albers
Speakers
  1. Peter John Garforth
    Garforth International

    Peter Garforth is Principal of Garforth International, a specialist consultancy based in Toledo, Ohio, and Brussels, Belgium. He is also a founding board member of an affiliate consultancy in Guelph, Ontario. He advises major companies, cities, communities, colleges, property developers, and policymakers on developing competitive approaches that reduce the economic and environmental impact of energy use. Peter has long been interested in energy productivity and sustainability, and has a considerable track record establishing successful businesses and programs in the United States, Canada, Europe, ... (continued)

  2. Michael A. Nealon
    Henry Ford College

    Dr. Michael A. Nealon serves as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer at Henry Ford College (Dearborn, MI). Dr. Nealon brings nearly 30 years of college-level teaching and administrative experience to the post, having previously taught at Lansing Community College, DePaul University (Chicago, IL), Northwestern University (Evanston, IL), and North Park College and Seminary (Chicago, IL). Dr. Nealon earned a PhD in Musicology from Northwestern University in 1997. He holds a Master’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and a Bachelor of Arts from St. Michael’ ... (continued)

  3. Reuben Brukley
    Henry Ford College

    Reuben Brukley is the Director of Facilities at Henry Ford College with 6 years of experience in facilities planning and maintenance, and 12 years of additional experience in operations oversight and labor relations. He holds an MBA from the Mike Illitch School of Business at Wayne State University. Reuben has led numerous construction and sustainability initiatives with demonstrable results, including a 50% reduction in campus GHG emissions, a 40% increase in source utility efficiency, and a 26% reduction in the College’s deferred maintenance backlog. Reuben recently managed the physical implementation of Henry Ford College’s Integrated Energy Master Plan.

  4. Herbert Sinnock
    Sheridan College

    Herb Sinnock, until recently, was Director-Sustainability at Sheridan College and is now an independent senior consultant. For more than a decade at Sheridan, he has been responsible for the implementation of Mission Zero, the institution’s ambitious plan to reduce energy consumption, waste to landfill, and eliminate greenhouse gas emissions. Before joining Sheridan College, Herb was Manager of the Centennial Energy Institute
    at Centennial College in Scarborough, Ontario. With nearly 30 years of experience in the energy sector, he has worked in project management, technology research, and produc ... (continued)

  5. Prof. Patricia Fox
    Indiana University - Purdue University in Indianapolis

    Patricia Fox is a Clinical Assistant Professor Emerita in the Department of Technology Leadership and Communication, Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). Pat was a member of the faculty in the School of Engineering and Technology for over 43 years. She spent a number of those years in administration, working in the positions of Associate Dean, Assistant Dean, Assistant to the Dean, and Associate Chair. Pat served as the School of Engineering and Technology’s President of the Faculty Senate and Co-Chair of the University Faculty ... (continued)

T324·ENT-7: Approaches to Fostering Self-Efficacy and Data-Driven Decision Making
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Tue. June 24, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session examines methods for strengthening students’ confidence in their abilities and encouraging the use of data to guide decisions in engineering education. Presenters will discuss classroom strategies, mentorship models, and learning frameworks that help students develop self-efficacy and analytical skills. Attendees will gain practical ideas for supporting student growth and preparing future engineers to make informed choices in their academic and professional pursuits.

Moderated by
  1. Dr. Leigh S McCue and Dr. Ginger Scarbrough
Papers Presented
  1. Be an entrepreneur: Empowering with Data-Driven Decisions [view paper]
    Prof. Juan Sebastián Sánchez-Gómez (Universidad ECCI )
  2. Boosting Innovation Self-Efficacy: The Role of Learning Coaches and Project Mentors in Innovation-Based Learning [view paper]
    Ms. Abigail Tubbs (University of North Dakota), Mercedes Terry (University of North Dakota), Brandon Fugger (University of North Dakota), Blair Dupre (University of North Dakota), Dr. Enrique Alvarez Vazquez (University of North Dakota), and Ryan Striker P.E. (University of North Dakota)
  3. Exploring the Entrepreneurial Learning Goals of Academic Entrepreneurs through Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing [view paper]
    Dr. Yi Wang (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)) and Dr. Nathalie Duval-Couetil (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE))
  4. From the Entrepreneurially Minded Learning Framework to Economic Development: Expanding the Three C’s with Six I’s [view paper]
    Dr. L. Eric James (Minnesota State University, Mankato), Dr. Jennifer Karlin (Minnesota State University, Mankato), and Zachary Reed Johnson (Affiliation unknown)
  5. How a Cornerstone Course Impacts Self-Efficacy and Entrepreneurial Skills [view paper]
    Prof. Catalina Cortazar (Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile), Gabriel Astudillo (Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile), and Miss Isabel Hilliger P.E. (Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile)
T324A·Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Business Meeting
Business Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Tue. June 24, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Riopelle - 3rd Floor, Westin Montreal
T424A·ENT-8: Mentorship, Creativity, and Ethics in Academic Entrepreneurship
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Tue. June 24, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session explores the roles of mentorship, creative thinking, and ethical considerations in academic entrepreneurship. Presenters will discuss strategies for guiding students and early-career professionals, encouraging creative approaches to problem-solving, and addressing ethical challenges in entrepreneurial activities. Attendees will gain practical insights into supporting responsible and effective entrepreneurial development within academic settings.

Moderated by
  1. Paul Lu and Mrs. Sandra Furnbach Clavijo PE P.E.
Papers Presented
  1. Creating a Culture of Coachability: The Innovation Fellows Program for Mentoring Early-Career Engineers and Scientists in Entrepreneurship and Commercialization [view paper]
    Anne K DeChant (Penn State University Hershey College of Medicine), Prof. Erika Swift (The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine), Dr. Alyson Grace Eggleston (Pennsylvania State University), Dr. Robert J. Rabb P.E. (Pennsylvania State University), and Mark Daniel Pacey (Pennsylvania State University)
  2. Exploring Creative Productivity: Development of an Engineering Creativity Assessment Tool (ECAT) [view paper]
    Dr. Zeynep Gonca Akdemir-Beveridge (University of Connecticut), Prof. Arash Esmaili Zaghi P.E. (University of Connecticut), and Ms. Connie Syharat (University of Connecticut)
  3. Potential Conflicts of Interest in Academic Entrepreneurship [view paper]
    Dr. Nathalie Duval-Couetil (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)), Voichita Maria Dadarlat (Affiliation unknown), and Dr. Yi Wang (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE))
  4. Supporting Nanoscale Innovators to Achieve Macro Impact: A Course on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in a Nanoscience Makerspace for Undergraduate Students [view paper]
    Dr. Christina McGahan (Vanderbilt University), Dr. Charleson S Bell (Vanderbilt University), Mrs. Deanna Meador (Vanderbilt University), Christopher Harris (Vanderbilt University), HD McKay (Vanderbilt University, Management Library), Yiorgos Kostoulas (Vanderbilt University), Dr. Kevin Galloway (Vanderbilt University), Dr. Philippe M. Fauchet (Vanderbilt University), Dr. David A. Owens (School of Engineering, Vanderbilt University), and Dr. Sharon M. Weiss (Vanderbilt University)
T524·ENT-5: Pathways for Developing Entrepreneurial Skills Across Educational Levels
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Tue. June 24, 2025 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session explores diverse strategies for nurturing entrepreneurial skills in students from elementary school through higher education. Presenters will discuss classroom practices, program designs, and assessment methods that help students build creativity, resilience, and problem-solving abilities. Attendees will gain practical insights into how educational experiences at different stages can support the growth of entrepreneurial mindsets and prepare learners for future challenges.

Moderated by
  1. Prof. Stephanie G Wettstein and Nathan Jacobs
Papers Presented
  1. A Review of Entrepreneurial Concepts in Mechanical Engineering Education [view paper]
    Prof. John Reap (Quinnipiac University)
  2. Assessing the effectiveness of entrepreneurial mindset training materials for undergraduate researchers [view paper]
    Dr. Irene Reizman (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), Maysam Nezafati (Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech & Emory University), Dr. Michelle Marincel Payne (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), Dr. Liping Liu (Lawrence Technological University), Dr. Mary Lauren Benton (Baylor University), Dr. Blake Everett Johnson (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Mitchel Daniel (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), and Jonathan Rylander (Baylor University)
  3. Development of Entrepreneurial Competencies in Engineering Students: A Comparative Analysis between In-Person and Online Education [view paper]
    Prof. Barbara Munoz-Vallejos (Universidad Andres Bello, Chile) and Prof. Maria Elena Truyol (Universidad Andres Bello, Santiago, Chile)
  4. First-Year Engineering Study Abroad Experience: An Engineering Design Course That Enhances Student Development in Multiculturalism and Entrepreneurial Mindset [view paper]
    Abigail Mulry (North Carolina State University at Raleigh), Chloe Hincher (North Carolina State University at Raleigh), and Dr. Olgha Bassam Qaqish (North Carolina State University at Raleigh)
  5. Investigating Perceptions of Inventiveness and Entrepreneurial Mindsets in Late Elementary School Students [view paper]
    Jasmine N Patel (Georgia Institute of Technology), Alaina Lee Rutledge (Affiliation unknown), Jayme M. Cellitioci (Affiliation unknown), Ashley Giordano (Affiliation unknown), and Roxanne A. Moore Ph.D. (Georgia Institute of Technology)
T724·Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT) Division Social (No-Host)
Social Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Tue. June 24, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Baton Rouge (Complexe Desjardins)
180 RUE STE-CATHERINE OUEST, Montreal
Session Description

Join the ENT Division for a no-host social event, an informal opportunity to connect, network, and unwind with colleagues. Please note that all attendees will be responsible for their own food and beverages.

W124·ENT-9: Multidisciplinary Activities in Engineering Innovation
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Wed. June 25, 2025 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Moderated by
  1. Dr. Ginger Scarbrough and Mandana Ashouripashaki
Papers Presented
  1. Work-in-Progress Abstract: Exploring the Co-construction of Entrepreneurial Identity in Engineering Students: A Phenomenological Study. [view paper]
    Mr. Emmanuel Tetteh Teye (Montana State University), Dr. Bryce E. Hughes (Montana State University - Bozeman), and Seth Yeboah Ntim (Affiliation unknown)
  2. Work in Progress: From Curriculum to Competence: Exploring Pedagogical Practices in Engineering Entrepreneurship and Human Capital Formation [view paper]
    Dr. Helen L. Chen (Stanford University) and Dr. Ade Mabogunje (Stanford University)
  3. The Role of the STEM Teacher in Transversal Training in Innovation and Entrepreneurship: A Case Study at a Chilean University [view paper]
    Mr. Alvaro Reinaldo Gonzalez (Universidad Andrés Bello, Santiago, Chile) and Dr. Juan Felipe Calderón (Universidad Andres Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile)
W324·ENT-6: Fostering Creativity, Communication, and Impact in Student Learning
Technical Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)
Wed. June 25, 2025 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
516A, Palais des congres de Montreal
Session Description

This session focuses on strategies that encourage creativity, strengthen communication skills, and enhance the overall impact of student learning in engineering education. Presenters will share classroom practices and program experiences that help students express ideas, work collaboratively, and apply their knowledge to real-world challenges. Attendees will gain practical approaches to supporting student growth and preparing graduates for meaningful contributions in their fields.

Moderated by
  1. Christina McGahan and Prof. Peter J Ludovice
Papers Presented
  1. Work-in-Progress: Nurturing Innovation in Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing Occupational Safety [view paper]
    Dr. Leigh S McCue (George Mason University), Liane Hirabayashi (Affiliation unknown), Pamela J Milkovich (Affiliation unknown), Eamon Geraghty (Northeast Center for Occupational Health and Safety), Dr. Julie Ann Sorensen (Northeast Center for Occupational Health and Safety), and Farrell Davis (Affiliation unknown)
  2. Infusing an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Undergraduate Researchers through Faculty Development [view paper]
    Dr. Liping Liu (Lawrence Technological University), Dr. Mary Lauren Benton (Baylor University), Jonathan Rylander (Baylor University), Dr. Anthony M. Jacobi (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), Dr. Irene Reizman (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), Dr. Michelle Marincel Payne (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), and Sophie Wang (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign)
  3. Work-In-Progress: The Intersection of Neurodivergent Identity, Creativity, and Innovation among Engineering Students [view paper]
    Dr. Azadeh Bolhari (University of Colorado Boulder), Dr. Angela R Bielefeldt (University of Colorado Boulder), and Caroline Steely (University of Colorado Boulder)
  4. Work-In-Progress: Using Technical and Professional Communication Assignments to foster Entrepreneurial Mindset in a Multidisciplinary Design Capstone Course [view paper]
    Lynn Hall (The Ohio State University) and Mr. Bob Rhoads P.E. (The Ohio State University)
  5. Work In Progress: Implementing an Impact Training program that integrates design thinking, communication, and innovation and entrepreneurship into a graduate engineering curriculum [view paper]
    Dr. Nathan Jacobs (University of Oregon) and Mark Blaine (University of Oregon)