Session Description

This session explores how student design experiences are informed by and aligned with real-world engineering methods, expectations, and contexts. Presenters will share approaches that integrate industry challenges and professional collaboration into design education.

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections

Moderated by

1. Alexander R. Murphy

Papers Presented

1. How can we instill a post-academic mindset in capstone design? [view paper]
   Dr. Rachel Esther Horenstein (University of Denver) and Daniel D Auger (University of Denver)
2. Successful Engineering Capstone Design Projects based on a collaboration between the US Army and an Electrical Engineering program with a focus on Cybersecurity [view paper]
   Dr. Virgilio Ernesto Gonzalez (University of Texas at El Paso), Pilar Gonzalez (University of Texas at El Paso), Dr. Rodrigo Romero (University of Texas at El Paso), and Dr. Oscar Antonio Perez (University of Texas at El Paso)
3. Bridging Academia and Industry Through Project-Based Learning: Insights from a High School Renewable Energy Engineering Summer Camp [view paper]
   Dr. Liling Huang (George Mason University), Kursten Szabos (George Mason University), and Allyson Eastman (Google)
4. Design Method Adoption in Industry as Uncovered Using Semi-Structured Interviews [view paper]
   Dr. Julie S Linsey (Georgia Institute of Technology), Mr. Kristoffer Gunnar Sjolund (Georgia Institute of Technology), and Dr. Michael Helms (Georgia Institute of Technology)
5. Mapping Complex Engineering Problem-Solving in a Capstone Design Project: Insights into Student Performance and Real-World Integration [view paper]
   Mr. Alexa Ray Ronsairo Fernando (National University, Philippines)

Session Description

This session focuses on instructional strategies that leverage project-based learning to enhance student engagement and learning. The papers explore faculty versus student-driven project structures, integration of competition teams into coursework, and tools to manage team-based task distribution.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Julian M Lippmann

Papers Presented

1. Integration of Capstone Class and Student Competition Design Teams [view paper]
   Dr. Diane L Peters P.E. (Kettering University), Dr. Chinwe Tait (Kettering University), Dr. Jennifer Melanie Bastiaan (Kettering University), and Dr. Mehrdad Zadeh (Affiliation unknown)
2. WIP: Enhancing Task Distribution in Project-Based Learning: A Management Tool for Improved Course Efficiency [view paper]
   Prarthona Paul (University of Toronto), Anipreet Chowdhury (University of Toronto), Loura Elshaer (University of Toronto), Anushka Sethi (University of Toronto), and Dr. Hamid S Timorabadi P.Eng. (University of Toronto)
3. Faculty-Driven vs. Student-Driven Design Projects for Mechatronics Engineering Capstone [view paper]
   Dr. Elissa Ledoux (Middle Tennessee State University) and Brian James Slaboch (Milwaukee School of Engineering)
4. Bridging Theory and Practice: A Case Study in Engineering Design Education [view paper]
   Ms. Joanna Joseph (The University of Arizona)
5. Engineering Education via Solar Car Design: A Case Study [view paper]
   Caleb Z. Smith (Florida Polytechnic University), Elisabeth Kames Ph.D. (Florida Polytechnic University), and Dr. Alexander R. Murphy (Florida Polytechnic University)

Moderated by

1. Nosakhare Iyobosa Idiaghe

Papers Presented

1. Troubleshooting in Engineering Education: A Systematic Literature Review [view paper]
   Mr. Christopher Lowell Romeo (University at Buffalo, The State University of New York) and Dr. Andrew Olewnik (University at Buffalo, The State University of New York)
2. Methods/Theory Research Brief: Findings from a Scoping Review of Social Network Analysis in Engineering Education [view paper]
   Dr. Jack Elliott (Minnesota State University, Mankato), Dr. Darcie Christensen (Minnesota State University, Mankato), Dr. Justine Chasmar (Minnesota State University, Mankato), and Katie Scherf (Minnesota State University, Mankato)
3. The Narrative Turn in Engineering Education Research: Theory and Method [view paper]
   Dr. Angela Minichiello (Utah State University)
4. On meaningfulness and performativity in engineering education methods practices: The “honest” methods section [view paper]
   Dr. Stephen Secules (Florida International University)
5. Sparking Reflexivity: Data Generation Methods and Recommendations for Eliciting Complex Belief Sets in Engineering Education Research [view paper]
   Tahlia Aviva Altgold (The Ohio State University), Dr. Emily Dringenberg (The Ohio State University), Dr. David A. Delaine (Florida International University), and Amena Shermadou (The Ohio State University)
6. plus 1 more paper

Moderated by

1. Dr. Elin Jensen and Prof. Brian M Frank P.Eng.

Papers Presented

1. Engineering Persistence: Assessing Initiatives for First-Year Engineering Students [view paper]
   Mr. Matthew Currey (Rowan University), Dr. Juan M Cruz (Rowan University), Dr. Kaitlin Mallouk (Rowan University), Dr. Stephanie Farrell (Rowan University), and Dr. Justin Charles Major (Rowan University)
2. Examining Student Motivation to Persist in Engineering when Turned Away from their First-Choice Major [view paper]
   Dr. Tyler Milburn (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) and Dr. Krista M Kecskemety (The Ohio State University)
3. The Impact of Achievement Goals and Resilience on Self-Efficacy for Learning Performance Among Undergraduate Students [view paper]
   VINCENT OLUWASETO FAKIYESI (University of Georgia), Dr. Olanrewaju Paul Olaogun (Merrimack College), Deborah Gbemisola Fabiyi (Washington State University), ISAAC DAMILARE DUNMOYE (University of Georgia), and Dr. Nathaniel Hunsu (University of Georgia)
4. An Analysis of Career Motivations and Aspirations of Canadian Undergraduate Engineering Students by Engineering Major [view paper]
   Dr. Sean Maw (University of Saskatchewan), Dr. Peter M Ostafichuk P.Eng. (University of British Columbia, Vancouver), Prof. Brian M Frank P.Eng. (Queen's University), Lawrence R Chen (McGill University), Paul Neufeld P.Eng., MBA, PMP (University of Saskatchewan), Dr. Jason Grove P.E. (University of Waterloo), Dr. Carolyn G. MacGregor P.Eng. (University of Waterloo), Kimia Moozeh (University of Toronto), Prof. Grant McSorley (University of Prince Edward Island), and Ms. Rubaina Khan (Queens University)
5. Understanding Academic Resilience Through Motivational Profiles and Self-Efficacy: A Cluster and Logistic Regression Analysis [view paper]
   VINCENT OLUWASETO FAKIYESI (University of Georgia), ISAAC DAMILARE DUNMOYE (University of Georgia), VARUN KATHPALIA (University of Georgia), Deborah Moyaki (University of Georgia), Mr. Animesh Paul (University of Georgia), and Dr. Nathaniel Hunsu (University of Georgia)
6. plus 1 more paper

Moderated by

1. Nichole Ramirez

Papers Presented

1. Sustainability in a Polymer Engineering Course: Evaluating the Student Experience [view paper]
   Dr. Kelley E Dugan (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology) and Dr. Heather Chenette (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology)
2. Epistemological Changes: How Structure and Function Shape Mechanical Reasoning About Torsion in Speech and Gesture [view paper]
   Mr. Matthew M Grondin (University of Wisconsin - Madison)
3. Enhancing Perceived Value of Goal Setting in Engineering Education through a Simple Metacognitive Intervention [view paper]
   Dr. Joe Dallas Moore (Carnegie Mellon University), Ms. Andrea Francioni Rooney (Carnegie Mellon University), and Allison E. Connell Pensky (Carnegie Mellon University)
4. "How did I pass this and I didn't know any of it?:” Reconsidering Social Cognitive Career Theory and the Development of Mathematical Self-Efficacy amid Structural Inequalities [view paper]
   Dr. Alexis Grace Daniels (Johns Hopkins University) and Rachel E Durham (Affiliation unknown)
5. Brief: Development of Feedback Literacy Through Reflections in Project-Based Learning Teams [view paper]
   Ms. Katherine Drinkwater (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Olivia Ryan (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Susan Sajadi (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Dr. Mark Vincent Huerta (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
6. plus 1 more paper

Session Description

ECE Outreach and Engagement Strategies for Inspiring Future Engineers

Moderated by

1. Lakshmi Raju and Dr. Baha Jassemnejad

Papers Presented

1. CAMINO—Career Advancement, Mentorship, Inspiration, and Opportunities: A STEM K-12 Outreach Initiative. [view paper]
   Dr. Hector A. Pulgar (The University of Tennessee, Knoxville), Francisco Zelaya-Arrazabal (University of Tennessee, Knoxville), Dr. Erick S. Vasquez-Guardado (University of Dayton), and Sebastian N Martinez Lizana (IEEE Educational Activities)
2. Bridging Gaps in Robotics Education: Insights from Team Surveys on FIRST Tech Challenge [view paper]
   Angela Luojia Zhang (Basis San Antonio - Shavano Campus) and Dr. Michael Frye (University of the Incarnate Word)
3. Exploring Minority Undergraduate Students’ Hands-on and Research Experiences in a Summer QISE Laboratory Course [view paper]
   YiXiang Shawn Sun (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Guannan Shi (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Prof. Wayne A Scales (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Dr. Pamela Leigh-Mack (Virginia State University)
4. Barriers to Belonging: An Analysis of Student Perceptions of Culture and Inclusivity in a Computer Engineering Program [view paper]
   Dr. Andrew Danowitz (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo) and Dr. Lynne A Slivovsky (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo)
5. Mastery Learning and the School Learning Theory of J.B. Carroll [view paper]
   Prof. Robert P. Leland (Oral Roberts University)

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)

Session Description

The Engineering and Public Policy (EPP) division will host a session to present and prompt discussion of topics related to (1) policies that support students and faculty in engineering education, (2) creating systemic change in STEM higher education, and (3) policy issues with significant technological and engineering components. The session will be interactive, including small group discussions and questions from the audience.

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Salvatore Marsico

Session Description

This panel discussion, titled "Next-Gen Learning: AI and Data Science in Academia," will delve into the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and data science on higher education. As these cutting-edge technologies continue to evolve, their integration within academic environments holds the promise of transforming teaching methodologies, enhancing research capabilities, and personalizing student learning experiences. Esteemed experts and thought leaders in AI and data science will examine the latest trends, address current challenges, and explore future possibilities. Att ... (continued)

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Vinod K. Lohani

Speakers

1. Dr. Sagar V. Kamarthi

   Northeastern University

   Associate Dean for Graduate Education
   Professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
   College of Engineering
   Northeastern University, Boston

2. Prof. Gregory L. Heileman

   The University of Arizona

   Vice Provost, Undergraduate Education
   Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering
   University of Arizona, Tucson

3. Prof. Joaquin Carbonara

   SUNY Buffalo State University

   Professor of Mathematics
   Lead Faculty, Data Science and Analytics M.S.
   SUNY Buffalo State University, Buffalo

4. Dr. Anuja Kamat

   Wentworth Institute of Technology

   Associate Dean, School of Engineering
   Wentworth Institute of Technology

Session Description

Showcases cutting-edge edtech solutions that support interactive, adaptive, and accessible learning environments.

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. Prof. Arash Esmaili Zaghi P.E. and Ms. Lauren Singelmann

Papers Presented

1. A Unique Course Designed for Graduate Students: Integrating High-Performance Parallel Computing into Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence [view paper]
   Dr. Handan Liu (Northeastern University)
2. AI-Driven Multimodal System for Enhancing Non-Verbal Communication in Public Speaking [view paper]
   Dr. Brainerd Prince (Plaksha University), Siddharth Siddharth (Plaksha University), Subham Jalan (Affiliation unknown), Hibah Ihsan Muhammad (Plaksha University, Punjab), and Chaitanya Modi (Affiliation unknown)
3. Adaptive Learning in Higher Education: A Knowledge Tracing and Explainable AI Approach [view paper]
   Nandan Reddy Muthangi (University of Toledo) and Ananya Singh (The University of Toledo)
4. WIP: Formative Findings from the First Year Implementation of a Water and Data Science Workshop [view paper]
   Dr. D. Matthew Boyer (Clemson University), Lukas Allen Bostick (Clemson University), Prof. Ibrahim Demir (The University of Iowa), Bijaya Adhikari (Affiliation unknown), Krishna Panthi (Clemson University), Vidya Samadi (Clemson University), Mostafa Saberian (Clemson University), and Carlos Erazo Ramirez (The University of Iowa)
5. Enhanced Scene Recognition and Object Detection for Autonomous Driving Environments Using Machine Learning "Work in Progress" (WIP) [view paper]
   Dong Hun Lee (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)), Dr. Anne M Lucietto (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)), and Dr. Diane L Peters P.E. (Kettering University)

Session Description

Peer review is a process many of us have engaged in, whether through ASEE or other professional publishing opportunities, both as author and reviewer. Though it is a common part of our academic lives, it is not something that is often taught - there is no Peer Reviewing 101. This interactive panel will give attendees a chance to think critically about the function of peer review, engage with examples of both positive and negative peer review experiences, and thoughtfully discuss ways to improve our own understanding of peer review and methods for conducting peer review well.

Our primary audien ... (continued)

Moderated by

1. Ms. Kari Kozak and Lynsey Eames

Speakers

1. Ms. Kelly Durkin Ruth

   United States Naval Academy

   Kelly Durkin Ruth is the engineering librarian at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. Her undergraduate degree and work experience in journalism informs her approach to writing and editing for various audiences. She’s also served as a peer reviewer for conferences, a journal and an edited book, and she has experience undergoing peer review as an author.

2. Elizabeth Carpenter

   University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

   Beth Carpenter is the Undergraduate Engineering and Instruction Librarian at the University at Buffalo. With an undergraduate background in English and an editor for a father, peer review is actually an enjoyable activity for her. She’s served as a peer reviewer for conferences and library publications, including journals and lesson plans, and has been peer reviewed as an author. How to help the peer review process improve is something she thinks about a lot.

3. Dr. Sarah Over

   Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University

   Dr. Sarah Over is the libraries’ liaison for engineering, patents and trademarks at Virginia Tech, and also a research analyst supporting the College of Engineering and Office of Research and Innovation. Dr. Over’s background is in aerospace and nuclear engineering, with years of experience teaching engineering research methods and introductory coding. She also has extensive experience in peer review including serving as ELD’s Publications Chair, overseeing the development of a new rubric for ELD, and serving as a NASA proposal reviewer.

Session Description

This panel will explore the critical role of industry connections and collaborations in enhancing the preparedness of engineering management students for their future careers. Panelists from both academia and industry will discuss how integrating real-world projects, mentorship, and industry-driven insights into academic programs equips students with practical skills and experiences while highlighting how these partnerships provide mutual benefits, enabling industry partners to access fresh talent, innovative solutions, and emerging perspectives.

Session Description

ET National Forum

Moderated by

1. Dr. David L. Ferro and Dr. Vassilios Tzouanas

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)

Session Description

The panel will introduce the audience to the Lemelson Foundation Engineering for One Planet (EOP) initiative Mini-Grant Program (MGP). For the past three years, the EOP-MGP has brought teams of engineering educators together to develop curricula in engineering that puts sustainability at the core of engineering principles including design, manufacture, and scalability. Teams meet regularly with mentors who share their experience implementing sustainability into campus curricula and navigating the challenges of transforming engineering education at its core. The goal of the EOP-MGP is not only to ... (continued)

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

Moderated by

1. Rachel Koroloff, Dr. Sarah Marie Deleeuw, and Dr. David V.P. Sanchez

Speakers

1. Cindy Cooper

   The Lemelson Foundation

   Cindy Cooper is a Senior Program Officer in The Lemelson Foundation’s U.S. Higher Education initiative, supporting initiatives that cultivate the next generation of impact-driven innovators while simultaneously fostering equitable and inclusive pathways for student inventors. She leads Engineering for One Planet, the Foundation’s effort to equip tomorrow’s engineers with the skills, knowledge, and understanding they need to protect our planet and the life it sustains. Cooper previously co-founded and served as the Executive Director of Portland State University’s (PSU) Impact Entrepreneurs Progra ... (continued)

2. Dr. Medha Dalal

   Arizona State University

   Medha Dalal, Ph.D., is an Associate Director of Scholarly Initiatives and Assistant Research Professor of Engineering Education Systems & Design within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. Her career as an engineering educator and researcher focuses on addressing complex engineering education challenges by building capacity for stakeholders at the grassroots, while also informing policy. Specifically, her research seeks to transform and democratize engineering education by exploring ways of thinking, identifying effective professional development approaches, a ... (continued)

3. Dr. Terrell Lamont Strayhorn

   Virginia Union University

   Dr. Terrell Strayhorn is an Associate Provost at Virginia Union University, where he plays a crucial role in shaping VUU's academic programs, fostering innovation in teaching and learning, and promoting the success and well-being of our students and faculty. Dr. Strayhorn is one of the nation's leading experts on diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success. A distinguished researcher and social scientist, Strayhorn is internationally known for his ground-breaking work on "sense of belonging" in learning and workspaces. To date, he has published 13 books, including College ... (continued)

4. Dr. Roneisha Wynette Worthy

   Kennesaw State University

   If life were an obstacle course, Ro would be scaling walls, dodging mud pits, and somehow still reading a novel mid-stride. A fearless 5K runner (mostly for the fun shirts and medals), Lego architect of questionable structural integrity, and a gardener whose plants mostly obey her, she embraces life with energy and humor. When she’s not conquering trails, she’s experimenting in the kitchen—sometimes culinary magic, sometimes…not. She cherishes her husband, kids, and family, treasures moments of doing absolutely nothing, and believes laughter is best shared. But beyond the fun, her true passion li ... (continued)

5. Dr. Dustyn Roberts P.E.

   University of Pennsylvania

   Dustyn Roberts, PhD is the Engineer in Residence for Penn Health-Tech and a Practice Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at the University of Pennsylvania. She holds degrees from Carnegie Mellon University (BS in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, Business and Robotics minors), the University of Delaware (MS in Biomechanics & Movement Science), and New York University (PhD in Mechanical Engineering). Dr. Roberts started her career at Honeybee Robotics as an engineer on the Sample Manipulation System project for NASA's Mars Science Laboratory mission tha ... (continued)

6. Prof. Christopher Papadopoulos

   University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus

   Christopher Papadopoulos, PhD, is Professor of Engineering Sciences and Materials at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez (UPRM). He earned B.S. degrees in Civil Engineering and in Mathematics from Carnegie Mellon University (1993) and a Ph.D. in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics at Cornell University (1999). At UPRM he is a member of the steering committee of the Sustainability Engineering initiative, which seeks to develop new Minor, Bachelors, Masters, and professional certificate programs. In this regard he is PI of A New Paradigm for Sustainability Engineering: A Transdisciplinary, Lea ... (continued)

Session Description

BYOE stands for "Bring Your Own Experiment"! Join us in this session as we hear from authors discuss hands-on laboratory experiments that they have devised to improve the student learning experience in laboratories and lectures.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Dominik May

Papers Presented

1. The Mariner’s Quadrant: Teaching Keystone Concepts via a Historical Engineering Tool [view paper]
   Dr. Amanda Sterling (Auburn University) and Dr. Anahita Ayasoufi (Auburn University)
2. BYOE: Building Robust VR Learning Environments: Best Methods to Visualize divergence-free Vector Fields [view paper]
   Alex Shaffer (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign) and Prof. Raluca Ilie (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
3. Go with the Flow! Design and testing of a modular kit for at-home hands-on fluid dynamics instruction [view paper]
   Giorgio Arzate-Juarez (University of Maryland College Park), Daniel Boback (University of Maryland College Park), Annabelle Diep (University of Maryland, College Park), Anna E Dyson (University of Maryland College Park), Jeyadave Nuntha Kumar (University of Maryland College Park), Vrunda Patel (University of Maryland, College Park), Terrence Pierce (University of Maryland College Park), Joshua Sambrano (University of Maryland College Park), Siloe-Noah Selebangue (University of Maryland College Park), Alayna Isabella Sheahy (University of Maryland College Park), Shravan Suresh (University of Maryland College Park), Marklin Yi (University of Maryland College Park), Andrew Elby (University of Maryland, College Park), and Dr. Ken Kiger (University of Maryland, College Park)
4. BYOE: Hands-on Experiments for Teaching Process Safety: Exploring Dust Explosions [view paper]
   Dr. George Prpich (University of Virginia), Amara L Pettit (University of Virginia), and Clare Cocker (University of Virginia)
5. BYOE: A Multidisciplinary DIY Speaker Design Project [view paper]
   Prof. Brian Scott Krongold (University of Melbourne) and Prof. Gavin Buskes (The University of Melbourne)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Esther Tian and Elizabeth Flanagan

Papers Presented

1. Development and Implementation of a Project-Based Framework for Introduction to Engineering [view paper]
   Dr. Ben Campbell (Robert Morris University)
2. Exploring Engineering Majors Through Engaging Synthetic Scenarios [view paper]
   Dr. David Gray (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) and Dr. Juan David Ortega Álvarez (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
3. Game on! Utilizing analogous context immersion to introduce critical engineering concepts to first-year students through board games [view paper]
   Dr. Rebeka Lynn Yocum (Oregon Institute of Technology) and Dr. Ashton Danielle Greer (Oregon Institute of Technology)
4. The impact of implementing community engagement projects in a first-year engineering course [view paper]
   Matthew James (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Dr. Juan David Ortega Álvarez (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Dr. Michelle Soledad (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Cassie Wallwey (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Dan Burleson and Dr. Kelyn Rola

Papers Presented

1. Bridging Theory and Practice: Student Perceptions of Mini Projects in an Introductory Engineering Course [view paper]
   Dr. Latisha Puckett (University of Arkansas) and Dr. Aysa Galbraith (University of Arkansas)
2. Combining a First-Year Community course with an Introductory Engineering Course [view paper]
   Dr. Corrie Walton-Macaulay (Pacific University) and Bailey A Weber (Pacific University)
3. Exploring the Interplay Between Teamwork and Intercultural Competence in STEM Education [view paper]
   Jessica Josephine Adams (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)), Camden Love (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)), Charis Armstrong (Affiliation unknown), Devang Atul Patel (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)), Dr. Aparajita Jaiswal (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)), Dr. Sakhi Aggrawal (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)), and Laura Starr (Indiana-Purdue University)
4. Longitudinal Cohort Analysis of a First Year Peer Mentor Program for Improved Retention [view paper]
   Dr. Joseph B Herzog (University of Indianapolis), Dr. Joan Martinez (University of Indianapolis), Brett Leonard (University of Indianapolis), Patricia Snell Herzog (Indiana University Indianapolis), Amy Foley (University of Indianapolis), Dr. Stephen J Spicklemire (University of Indianapolis), and Ms. Joan Matutes (University of Washington)

Session Description

The purpose of this panel session is to initiate a thoughtful and open dialogue within the
engineering education community about the unique experiences, challenges,
opportunities, and needs of regional campus settings. Specifically, this panel session aims
to (1) inform attendees about the regional campus engineering space and (2) bring regional
campus engineering programs into the conversation so that we can better understand
what support they need to promote student success and successfully retain students
through graduation.

This session will be formatted primarily as a discussion wit ... (continued)

For those interested in: Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology and Pre-College

Speakers

1. Sherri Youssef

   The Ohio State University

   TBD

2. Dr. Rachel Louis Kajfez

   The Ohio State University

   TBD

3. Miss Amanda Singer Nault

   The Ohio State University

   TBD

Papers Presented

1. Piloting the EMPOWERS Program: Inaugurating Student-Centered Holistic Mentorship for STEM Practitioners in Academia [view paper]
   Ms. Randi Sims (Clemson University), Sofia Brewer (Clemson University), Lily Fender (Clemson University), Kassidy Maron (Affiliation unknown), Adelyn Dwyer (Clemson University), Dr. Karen A High (Clemson University), and Marieke Van Puymbroeck (Affiliation unknown)
2. Differential graduate student-advisor career mentorship for academic vs. non-academic careers [view paper]
   Dr. Gabriella Coloyan Fleming (Affiliation unknown), Dr. David B Knight (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Dr. Maura Borrego (University of Texas at Austin)
3. Scaling Mentoring for Graduate School: An Algorithm to Streamline the Formation of Mentoring Circles for the GradTrack Scholars Program [view paper]
   Dr. Jacqueline E McDermott (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)) and Prof. Nathan Tompkins (Wabash College)
4. Using Peer Mentorship to Improve Experiences of New International Engineering Graduate Students [view paper]
   Lorine Awuor Ouma (Pennsylvania State University) and Dr. Cynthia Howard-Reed (Pennsylvania State University)
5. Lost in Translation: The Hidden Toll of Mismatched Advisor Relationships on International Engineering Students [view paper]
   Ms. Himani Sharma (Arizona State University) and Dr. Ann F. McKenna (The University of Iowa)
6. plus 1 more paper

Session Description

This session focuses on the intersection of education, career development, and real-world applications. Papers explore preparing Industrial Engineering (IE) graduates to train workers on new procedures following system improvements, how required courses influence career thinking among IE students, and a sensor-based study on urban walkability and pedestrian stress across different sites. These studies highlight the critical connection between education and real-world challenges in training, career paths, and urban system design.

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

Papers Presented

1. Examining How Required Courses Shape Industrial Engineering Students’ Career Thinking [view paper]
   Hayley N. Nielsen (University of Michigan), Vibhavari Vempala (University of Michigan), Berenice Alejandra Cabrera (University of Michigan), Dr. Lisa R. Lattuca (University of Michigan), Dr. Erika Mosyjowski (University of Michigan), Dr. Joi-Lynn Mondisa (University of Michigan), and Dr. Shanna R. Daly (University of Michigan)
2. Urban Walkability and Pedestrian Stress: A Sensor-Based Study Across Three Sites [view paper]
   Mrs. Rumena Begum (University of Louisville), Dr. Faisal Aqlan (University of Louisville), Dr. Jay B. Brockman (University of Notre Dame), and Dr. Hazel Marie (Youngstown State University - Rayen School of Engineering)

Session Description

This session presents papers on a variety of topics pertaining to computing and information technology.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Karina Ivette Vielma and Prof. Raghu Echempati P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Developing an introductory machine learning course [view paper]
   Dr. Caroline Crockett (University of Virginia)
2. Earthquake Prediction: Irregular Time-series Forecasting with Deep Learning [view paper]
   Mrs. Neda Farahmandi (University of Massachusetts Dartmouth) and Ashok Patel (University of Massachusetts Dartmouth)
3. Educating a Responsible AI Workforce: Piloting a Curricular Module on AI Policy in a Graduate Machine Learning Course [view paper]
   Mr. James Weichert (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) and Hoda Eldardiry (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
4. Students' Experiences of Learning Technical Writing in Computer Science Courses: Perspectives on Assessment [view paper]
   Dr. Meghan Allen (University of British Columbia)

Session Description

Join colleagues to discuss the division's activities of the past year and plans for the upcoming year. Elections are not held this year with all offices in the middle of two-year terms. All who are interested in Instrumentation as it applies to engineering education are welcome to join the discussion.

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections and New Members

Moderated by

1. Dr. Pritpal "Pali" Singh

Session Description

This session explores impactful summer programs designed to engage high school and middle school students, especially underrepresented groups, in transportation, robotics, cybersecurity, and electrical/computer engineering. The papers highlight strategies for effective outreach that spark interest, build skills, and encourage pursuit of STEM careers in critical engineering fields.

Moderated by

1. Jeffrey D Radloff

Papers Presented

1. Engaging High School Students in a DOT-Funded Summer Camp to Promote Transportation Engineering Majors and Careers [view paper]
   Dr. Xi Wang (Drexel University), Lingzi Wu (University of Washington), tianjiao zhao (East Carolina University), and Yinhai Wang (University of Washington)
2. Introduction to Robotics: An Impactful Summer Program for High School Students [view paper]
   Dr. Tahmid Latif (Wentworth Institute of Technology), Dr. Douglas Eric Dow (Wentworth Institute of Technology), Dr. Gloria Guohua Ma (Wentworth Institute of Technology), and Mirza Farzana Halim (Affiliation unknown)
3. Cybersecurity Summer Camp for Middle School Underrepresented Minority (URM) and Female Students [view paper]
   Dr. Mir M Hayder (Savannah State University) and Prof. Alberto G De La Cruz (Savannah State University)
4. Designing effective STEM outreach activities to inspire students to ultimately pursue careers in the Electrical and Computer Engineering fields [view paper]
   Dr. Federica Aveta (Wentworth Institute of Technology), Dr. Afsaneh Ghanavati (Wentworth Institute of Technology), Dr. Marisha Rawlins (Wentworth Institute of Technology), and Pilin Junsangsri (Wentworth Institute of Technology)

Session Description

This session highlights the power of community and collaboration in engineering education. Exploring curriculum development, peer interaction, multilingual support, and design discussions, the papers reveal strategies that foster inclusive learning environments and culturally connected engineering practices, empowering diverse learners through shared experiences inside and outside the classroom.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Greses Perez P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Creating a Community of Practice to Develop High School Biomedical Engineering Curricula [view paper]
   Dr. Miiri Kotche (University of Illinois Chicago)
2. The Role of Peer interaction and Language Resources in Informal Engineering Learning Environments: The Case for Learning Through Biking [view paper]
   Dr. Greses Perez (Tufts University), Pragyee Shrestha (Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach), Dr. Tajma Cameron (Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach), Noemi Waight (University at Buffalo, The State University of New York), Shakhnoza Kayumova (University of Massachusetts Dartmouth), Ryan Rish (University at Buffalo, The State University of New York), Jennifer Tripp (University at Buffalo, The State University of New York), Fatemeh Mozaffari (SUNY Buffalo State University), and Stacy M Scheuneman (University at Buffalo, The State University of New York)
3. One teacher’s approach to supporting multilingual learners through community-connected engineering design (fundamental) [view paper]
   Dr. Rebekah J Hammack (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)), Julie Robinson (University of North Dakota), Jenna Gist (Purdue University), Min Jung Lee (University of North Dakota), Dr. Tugba Boz (Indiana-Purdue University), Stephanie Oudghiri (Affiliation unknown), and Lauren Cabrera (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI))
4. Teachers’ Perspectives on Facilitating Design Talks with Young Learners (Fundamental) [view paper]
   Dr. Chelsea Joy Andrews (Tufts University), Jessica Watkins (Vanderbilt University), Dr. Kristen B Wendell (Tufts University), Rae Woodcock (Affiliation unknown), Shannon Jean Keaveney Rausch (Tufts University), Vera Gor (Tufts University), Naina Sood Fox (Tufts University), Rachel Bandi (Affiliation unknown), and Molly Malinowski (Affiliation unknown)

Session Description

This session examines teacher capacity and roles in implementing computer science graduation requirements and organizing STEM co-curricular activities. It also explores elementary students’ emotional experiences during engineering tasks, highlighting the importance of teacher support and understanding student affect to foster meaningful STEM engagement in formal and informal settings.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Andrea Carneal-Burrows Borowczak

Papers Presented

1. Minding the Gap: Methods for Understanding Teacher Capacity when Developing High School Computer Science Graduation Requirements [view paper]
   Rebecca Zarch (SageFox Consulting Group) and Dr. Jacqueline McCune (University of Texas at Austin)
2. Organizing and Implementing STEM Co-curricular and Extracurricular Learning Activities in High Schools: The Functions and Roles of Teachers [view paper]
   Yuqing Pan (Shanghai Jiao Tong University) and Jiabin Zhu (Shanghai Jiao Tong University)
3. Exploring Elementary Students' Emotional States within Engineering Design Tasks in an Afterschool Program (Fundamental) [view paper]
   Ms. Leyli Nouraei Yeganeh (Binghamton University), Amber Simpson (Binghamton University State University of New York), and Nicole Scarlett Fenty (Binghamton University State University of New York)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Aubrey Wigner and Desen Sevi Özkan

Papers Presented

1. WIP - An Exploratory Approach to Introducing Generative AI into a Large-scale Engineering-focused General Education Course [view paper]
   Dr. Brian P Kirkmeyer (Miami University)
2. WIP: Engineering Identity and Professional Skills Development in the Software Engineering Curriculum [view paper]
   Dr. Leanne Dawson (University of Calgary) and Ayah Metwali (University of Calgary)
3. The impact of alternative rhetoric and AI on inclusivity in STEM education [view paper]
   Dr. Gary P. Halada (Stony Brook University) and Dr. Lori Scarlatos (Stony Brook University)
4. Reframing Engineering in Multilingual and Multidialectal Contexts: The Role of Instructor Identity and Language in Dominican-Haitian Learning Communities (Work in-Progress) [view paper]
   Ymbar Isaias Polanco Pino (Tufts University), Luis Federico Suarez (Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach), Dr. Greses Perez P.E. (Tufts University), Koral Melissa Nuñez Javeir (Affiliation unknown), L. Clara Mabour (Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach), Taisha Pierre (Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach), and Mia Jimenez (Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach)
5. PROJECT RISE: Professional Development of Civics Teachers on Engineering Design Thinking and Lessons Learned from Pilot Implementation (Works-In-Progress) [view paper]
   Dr. Tamecia R. Jones (North Carolina State University at Raleigh), Siddika Selcen Guzey (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE)), Dr. Chrystal S Johnson (Purdue University), Jennifer Sdunzik (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE)), and Wilella Burgess (Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI))
6. plus 1 more paper