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Free ticketed event
During this session we will present papers that focus on teaching and learning of leadership skills in engineering programs. Many faculty tell us they see the importance of teaching professional/essential/soft skills to engineers but they don't know where to begin. This session will provide you will several new approaches to consider with your classes in the fall! We hold this session regularly and it is one that people rate as being the most helpful and engaging!

Moderated by

1. Rebecca Komarek

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Military & Veterans Division Technical Session

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This technical session includes presentations on faculty development work with TAs, Postdocs and Faculty at levels.

Papers Presented

1. Using Postdoctoral Summits to Provide Equitable Opportunities [view paper]
   Stephanie A Damas (Clemson University), Dr. D. Matthew Boyer (Clemson University), Dr. Lisa Benson (Clemson University), Dr. Matthew Voigt (Michigan State University), Dr. Karen A High (Clemson University), Dr. Kelly Lazar (Clemson University), Dr. Eliza Gallagher (Clemson University), and Katreena Thomas (Clemson University)
2. Using New Faculty Orientation in an Aeronautical Engineering Department with High Faculty Turnover and Low Levels of Experience to Produce Competent First-Year Instructors [view paper]
   Dr. Richard T Buckley P.E. (U.S. Air Force Academy)

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Seven NSF RED proposal grantees will discuss the proposal process , their accepted proposals and lessons learned. They represent a variety of institutions and types of proposals.

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This special will consist of neurodiversity awareness training to understand the specific needs of neurodivergent students in first year undergraduate Computer Science and Engineering courses. Neurodivergent students, such as those with autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, dyslexia, and other neurodevelopmental differences from the cultural norm, tend to gravitate towards STEM programs (Wei et al., 2014). These students can contribute deep passion for the field (Wang et al., 2024) and intellectual alignment for the expectations of the field, such as heightened creat ... (continued)

For those interested in: Advocacy and Policy, Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology, and New Members

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Advanced Registration Required

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We are delighted to announce that KiddieCorp will be hosting the children's program during the 132nd Annual Conference and Exposition. With thirty-nine years of experience, KiddieCorp has been a trusted provider of high-quality children's programs and youth services for conventions, trade shows, and special events.

KiddieCorp's longstanding partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics has played a key role in establishing us as a premier provider of children's program services. Our commitment to ... (continued)

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EDC Business Meeting

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Safe Zone Workshops are interactive, research-informed workshops for students, faculty, and the professional community, during which participants will build the knowledge and skills needed to create a more inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals in engineering. The workshops have been developed by a community of science and engineering professionals and students, specifically for a STEM audience. Faculty, students, administrators, staff, and other professionals are encouraged to participate in these workshops. The Safe Zone Level 3 Trans Allyship workshop explores transgender ... (continued)

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

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This interactive panel will bring together panelists with experience in designing and implementing DEI initiatives in their engineering schools and colleges. The diverse panelists will represent key areas of academia: research faculty, teaching faculty, DEI staff, and academic administrators. The session will be divided into three parts. In the first part, panelists will introduce themselves and present a successful example of implementing a DEI-focused initiative. The second part will encourage the audience to discuss ideas and plans at their tables to seek feedback from peers. The third part wi ... (continued)

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

Speakers

1. Dr. Carmen Jones

   Binghamton University State University of New York

   Dr. Carmen Jones is the Assistant Dean for Academic Diversity and Inclusive Excellence for the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at SUNY Binghamton. She has worked in higher education and student affairs for more than 15 years, implementing initiatives focused on students from diverse backgrounds. She has spent much of her higher education career in undergraduate and graduate admissions as well as recruitment, student affairs, and DEI-focused roles. In her current role, she serves as Chief Diversity Officer for the College of Engineering, where she leads the strategic v ... (continued)

2. Dr. Ashish D Borgaonkar

   New Jersey Institute of Technology

   Dr. Ashish Borgaonkar is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He has developed and taught several engineering courses primarily in first-year engineering, civil and environmental engineering, and general/interdisciplinary engineering. He has won awards for excellence in instruction; most recently the Saul K. Fenster Award for Innovation in Engineering Education. He is passionate about DEI, and his research focuses on increasing diversity in STEM education and the STEM workforce. He has received multiple grants to run workforce development trai ... (continued)

3. Dr. Rochelle L Williams

   Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity

   Rochelle L. Williams, Ph.D. is an engineer, educator, and steadfast advocate for equity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). With more than 14 years of experience leading nonprofit organizations and advancing systemic change, she is a driving force for inclusion, justice, and innovation across the STEM ecosystem.
   As Executive Director of Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity (GFSD) and President of the Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN) Board of Directors, Dr. Williams spearheads national efforts to dismantle barriers and create sustainable pathways for unde ... (continued)

4. Dr. Adrian Rodriguez

   zyBooks, A Wiley Brand

   Dr. Adrian Rodriguez is a Lecturer in the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. Currently, he works full-time as a Senior Engineering Content Developer for zyBooks, a Wiley brand.
   Dr. Rodriguez’s research interests include: multibody dynamics, contact and impact with friction, nonlinear dynamics, electro-mechanical systems, and engineering education. He actively participates in professional development training for effective teaching practices and supervises undergraduate research projects.
   Dr. Rodriguez previously held a joint appointment as a Resear ... (continued)

5. Dr. Christopher Alexander Carr

   George Mason University

   Dr. Christopher Carr is the associate dean for outreach, student success, and engagement and deputy Title IX Coordinator at George Mason University’s College of Engineering and Computing (CEC). He leads initiatives that support student achievement, community engagement, and well-being. Carr oversees programs that enhance academic, career, and leadership development while prioritizing student wellness and mental health. By fostering experiential learning, industry partnerships, and community engagement, he prepares students to become agile, ethical, and globally competent engineers and computing p ... (continued)

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You can find details on the Papers being presented in this session here: https://nemo.asee.org/public/conferences/365/registration/view_session?session_id=19597

The ASEE Annual Conference Focus on Exhibits Networking Break is a key event during the conference that allows attendees to take a break from the formal sessions while engaging with exhibitors and sponsors in a relaxed and interactive setting. This networking break is designed to foster connections, discussions, and collaborations among conference participants.

The NSF Grantees Poster Session at the ASEE (American Society for Engineeri ... (continued)

Papers Presented

1. Empowering Student Success in Emerging Technologies through S-STEM Scholarships, Mentorship, and Workforce Development [view paper]
   Dr. Elodie Billionniere (Miami Dade College) and Anthony Torres (Miami Dade College)
2. 2024-2025 Progress Report for the S-STEM Project: Removing the Disparity in Success-Related Outcomes Between Academically Talented Low-Income Engineering Students and Other Engineering Students [view paper]
   Prof. Houshang Darabi (The University of Illinois Chicago), Dr. Shanon Marie Reckinger (The University of Illinois Chicago), Dr. Renata A Revelo (University of Illinois Chicago), Dr. Betul Bilgin (University of Illinois Chicago), Dr. Miiri Kotche (The University of Illinois at Chicago), Dr. Elizabeth A Sanders (University of Illinois Chicago), and Nikith Rachakonda (The University of Illinois at Chicago)
3. A Customizable Engineering Outreach Program for Elementary through High School Students (EDU/DRL) [view paper]
   Mrs. Kathleen Dinota (Stony Brook University) and Dr. Monica Bugallo (Stony Brook University)
4. A Digital Nudge: Assessing the Impact of an Immutable Records Data Management Platform on Student Researcher Ethics (ER2: the Ethical and Responsible Research Program) [view paper]
   Dr. Kazumi Homma (The George Washington University), Dr. Ekundayo Shittu (The George Washington University), Ryan Watkins (The George Washington University), Dr. Payman Dehghanian (The George Washington University), Dr. Chung Hyuk Park (The George Washington University), and Hiromi Sanders J.D., Ph.D. (The George Washington University/University of Maryland, Baltimore)
5. Academic Persistence and Graduation of S-STEM Scholars at MSOE and Their Career Pathways into STEM Workforce [view paper]
   Dr. Subha K Kumpaty (Concordia University Wisconsin/ Milwaukee School of Engineering), Dr. Mohammad Mahinfalah (Milwaukee School of Engineering), Dr. Jan L. Fertig (Milwaukee School of Engineering), and Mrs. Judith Eroe (Grand Canyon University)
6. plus 154 more papers

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This session explores novel approaches to curriculum design and instructional strategies in biomedical engineering education. Topics include the integration of stakeholder engagement through the Biomedical Stakeholder Café, scaffolding models for technical writing in biomaterials courses, and redefining grading narratives in biomechanics education.

Moderated by

1. Anne-Marie Ginn-Hedman, Dr. Nehal I. Abu-Lail, and Dr. Bilal Ghosn

Papers Presented

1. Biomedical Stakeholder Café – Continual Improvement & Integration of a Novel Adapted RADAR Framework for Stakeholders  [view paper]
   Dr. Kate Mercer (University of Waterloo), Dr. Jennifer Howcroft (University of Waterloo), and Sean Rose (University of Waterloo)
2. Impact of a curriculum and design course redesign on student’s engineering design process knowledge [view paper]
   Dr. William H Guilford (University of Virginia)
3. Post-Pandemic Motivations and Barriers for Office Hours Attendance in Biomedical Engineering [view paper]
   Kate Manion (Northwestern University), Jordan Denzler (Northwestern University), Tyson Matthew Strong (Northwestern University), and Dr. David P O'Neill (Northwestern University)