Moderated by

1. Dr. J. Blake Hylton and Dr. Krista M Kecskemety

Papers Presented

1. Curricular Redesign for Integrated STEM Foundations in Engineering Education: The Case of Mathematics and Physics Alignment [view paper]
   Ms. Karina Bradaschia Rocha (Mauá Institute of Technology), Juliana Martins Philot (Affiliation unknown), and Vinícius da Silva Carvalho (Affiliation unknown)


2. From First-Year Classes to Comprehensive First-Year Experience: 10 Years of Continuous Improvement [view paper]
   Dr. Anastasia Marie Rynearson (Campbell University) and Dr. Lee Kemp Rynearson (Campbell University)


3. Analyzing student artifacts to understand how first- and second-year engineering design courses develop entrepreneurial mindsets [view paper]
   Dr. Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison (Rowan University) and Rebecca Spirer (Rowan University)


4. Piloting an Assessment of Entrepreneurial Habits of Mind for First-Year Engineering Students [view paper]
   Nicholas Burkhart (University of Cincinnati), uchenna Clinton John uchechukwu (University of Cincinnati), Dr. Cedrick Kwuimy (University of Cincinnati), and Prof. Youn Seon Lim (University of Cincinnati)


5. Infusing Entrepreneurially Minded Learning into First-Year Chemistry for Engineers through Fun Fridays [view paper]
   Dr. Kamila M Deavers (Marian University) and Dr. Najmus Saqib (Purdue University)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Haritha Malladi and Ayomide Oladele

Papers Presented

1. GIFTS: An Activity to Enhance Engineering Modeling with an Entrepreneurial Mindset [view paper]
   Leslie Bostwick (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering) and Dr. Zachary Riggins Del Rosario (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering)


2. GIFTS: Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience in a First-Year Design Course [view paper]
   Dr. Fayekah Assanah (University of Connecticut), Marina Creed (Affiliation unknown), Misti Levy Zamora (University of Connecticut, Farmington), and Dr. Kristina Wagstrom (University of Connecticut)


3. GIFTS: Rehearsing Teamwork Challenges in Engineering Design Teams Through Narrative Case-Studies [view paper]
   Dr. Anne Marguerite McAlister (University of Virginia), Benjamin Goldschneider (University of Virginia), and Mr. William Harry Keenan (University of Virginia)


4. GIFTS: Metachron – A Structured Time Management and Reflection Activity for First-Year Engineering Students [view paper]
   Dr. Justine Chasmar (Minnesota State University, Mankato), Luke John Nyberg (Affiliation unknown), and Dr. Jack Elliott (Minnesota State University, Mankato)


5. GIFTS: Recreate: Experientially Motivating Professional Standards in Engineering Documentation [view paper]
   Ian Hong Phan (University of California, Santa Cruz), Kevin William Bachelor (University California, Santa Cruz), and Dr. Tela Favaloro (University of California, Santa Cruz)


6. plus 3 more papers

Moderated by

1. Dr. Joseph A Lyon and Benjamin Goldschneider

Papers Presented

1. WIP: Resolving Systemic Tensions in Scalable First-Year Engineering: A Mixed-Methods Assessment and Integrative Redesign Framework [view paper]
   Dr. Muhammad Ijaz (Texas A&M University), Dr. Scott Lenfest (Texas A&M University), and Dr. Juan Antonio Cornejo (Texas A&M University)


2. WIP: Understanding Student Attitudes toward Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a First-Year Aerospace Engineering Course [view paper]
   Dr. Zahra Sadeghizadeh (University of California, San Diego)


3. WIP: Developing a Technical Writing Curriculum: From Cornerstone to Senior Design Courses [view paper]
   Ingrid Paredes (New York University Tandon School of Engineering) and Prof. Sarah Rosenthal (New York University Tandon School of Engineering)


4. WIP: Structured Reflection for Stronger Collaboration in First-Year Introductory Programming Course Projects [view paper]
   Prof. Rose Rani John (Baylor University)


5. WIP: From Launch Data to Design Decisions: Assessing How Technical Memos and AI Tools Enhanced Engineering Reasoning in a First-Year Course [view paper]
   Dr. Jennifer A O'Neil (Rochester Institute of Technology (CET)) and Dr. Jeffrey Stransky (Rochester Institute of Technology (CET))


6. plus 2 more papers

Session Description

Graduate Studies Division (GSD) Technical Session focused on Professional Development. This session will kick off the conference with a presentation from the 2026 ASEE GSD Best Paper by Drs. Gala Sofia Campos Oaxaca and Alexandra Coso Strong.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Cynthia Howard Reed and Sundiata Jangha

Papers Presented

1. Exploring engineering faculty conceptions about doctoral writing [view paper]
   Dr. Gala Sofia Campos Oaxaca (Cornell University) and Dr. Alexandra Coso Strong (Cornell University)


2. Supporting Engineering Ph.D. Students‘ Professional Development through a Career Discernment Course [view paper]
   Dr. Yanran Chen (University of Notre Dame) and Dr. Kerry Meyers (University of Notre Dame)


3. Sustaining Graduate Student Professional Development with Near Peer Group Led Activities [view paper]
   Ms. Susan Wainscott (University of Nevada - Las Vegas), Prof. Satchi Venkataraman (San Diego State University), Ashley Schwartz (San Diego State University), and Dustin Thoman (San Diego State University)


4. Evaluating Interventions Intended to Increase Self-Efficacy of Graduate Engineering Students as Professional Writers [view paper]
   Dr. Russell W. Mailen (Auburn University), Katharine H. Brown (Auburn University), Christopher Ryan Basgier (Auburn University), and Dr. Sushil Adhikari P.E. (Auburn University)

Moderated by

1. Prof. Wei Zheng and Dr. Juan Felipe Calderón

Papers Presented

1. Professor + AI Team: A Rapid-Iteration, Low-code Development Paradigm for Educational Computing Innovation [view paper]
   Dr. Xiaoguang Ma (University of Wisconsin - Platteville) and Jing Wang (Affiliation unknown)


2. Employer Perspectives on Graduate Readiness in the Age of AI [view paper]
   Prof. Theresa Jacqueline Kane (Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette), Dr. Shamima Mithun (Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette), and Prof. Clay Hampton (Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Institute – West Lafayette)


3. Metacognition and AI Literacy for Generative AI Use in Core Computing Courses: Evaluation and Findings [view paper]
   Rocio Contreras-Aguila (Universidad Andres Bello) and Prof. Maria Elena Truyol (Universidad Andres Bello)


4. A Student-Led Workshop for Building AI Literacy through Embodied AI and Robotics [view paper]
   Prof. SAGNIK NATH (University of California, Santa Cruz), Dr. Debarati Basu (Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach), Ruthwika Gajjala (University of California, Santa Cruz), and Rachit Verma (University of California, Santa Cruz)


5. Educating with AI: Evaluating the Impact of Generative Systems on Student Learning and Engagement [view paper]
   Dr. Awatif Amin (Johnson C. Smith University) and Suryadip Chakraborty (Affiliation unknown)

Session Description

Instrumentation is not just for laboratory settings. It also has a place in the field, where it faces unique challenges of sensing, measurement, data acquisition, communication, archiving, and ruggedness. In this session, we will learn how several researchers faced a tough set of issues in teaching students to set up instrumentation to get accurate, repeatable data in real world situations. We begin with papers addressing sustainable, intelligent farming. We learn about monitoring and communication, as well as robotics, computer vision, and application of AI to the tasks at hand. We finish ... (continued)

Moderated by

1. Mr. Bradley Lane Kicklighter P.E.

Papers Presented

1. WIP - Design of Experiments for Monitored Sustainable Wireless Farming [view paper]
   Dr. Cyril Okhio (Kennesaw State University), Dr. Theodore Orrin Grosch (Kennesaw State University), Dr. Austin B. Asgill P.E. (Kennesaw State University), Mackenzie E. Herndon (Kennesaw State University), and Ikorikwishaka David (Kennesaw State University)


2. Integrating Robotics, Computer Vision, and AI for Automated Stand Count and Vigor Assessment in Cornfields [view paper]
   Mr. Suseel Kumar Yerramsetti (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), Dr. Abhijit Nagchaudhuri (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), Mr. Lance Ward (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), Ms. Divya vani Singamsetti (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), and Mr. Jesu Raj Pandya (University of Maryland Eastern Shore)


3. Hands-On Multidisciplinary Learning for Space Exploration: A Student-Driven Approach Using the JPL Rover [view paper]
   Christopher Snyder (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), Cleifton Jay Mertus (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), Gilbert Lee Pinkett (University of Maryland Eastern Shore), and Dr. Abhijit Nagchaudhuri (University of Maryland Eastern Shore)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Sigrid Berka and Dr. Nicole P. Sanderlin

Papers Presented

1. Development of online training modules for critical reflection and global engineering competency [view paper]
   Ms. Anne Victoria Wrobetz (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)), Christina Joy Lumpp (Purdue Engineering Education), and Dr. Kirsten A. Davis (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering))


2. Advancing Global Engineering Competency through Alumni and Student Perspectives [view paper]
   Dr. Patrick Tunno (Penn State University) and Dr. Robert J. Rabb P.E. (The Pennsylvania State University)


3. Improving Student Soft Skills through Robotics-Based Active Learning: Insights from Learning Outcomes [view paper]
   Mr. Hiroyuki Ishizaki (Shibaura Institute of Technology), Sumito Nagasawa (Affiliation unknown), Danai Phaoharuhansa (Affiliation unknown), Ikuro SHIMIZU (Affiliation unknown), CHIRANTHANIN KITIKA (Chiang Mai University), and Wittaya Daungthima (Chiang Mai University)


4. Building Engineers’ Global Competency Via Lab-Kit-Based Virtual Exchange [view paper]
   Nicole Kershner (University of Florida), Dr. Matthew J. Traum (University of Florida, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department, USA), Waleed Ahmed Abdelfadeel (Aswan University, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Egypt), Prof. Walid Aniss Aissa (Aswan University, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Egypt), Dr. Hesham S. Abdelmohsen (ِAswan University, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Egypt), and Salah Algabli (University of Florida)


5. A Literature Review of Global Competencies for Engineering Students [view paper]
   Cassandra Grace Friend (Pennsylvania State University), Ariana Sofia Gonzalez Miranda (Pennsylvania State University), Natalie Ann Monahan (Pennsylvania State University), Dr. Robert J. Rabb P.E. (The Pennsylvania State University), and Dr. Patrick Tunno (Penn State University)

Moderated by

1. Shana Lee McAlexander

Papers Presented

1. Building the Energy Workforce Pipeline: A Scholar-Mentorship Model for Pre-College Research [view paper]
   Dr. Liling Huang (George Mason University) and Genesis Alvarez (Affiliation unknown)


2. Enhancing Mentor Preparedness and Development of Program Assistants through Reflective Feedback: Initial Findings from a Pre-Engineering Summer Program [view paper]
   Kristina Henry Collins (The University of Texas at San Antonio) and Dr. Araceli Martinez Ortiz (The University of Texas at San Antonio)


3. Impacts on Secondary School Students of Hands-On Environmental Measurement Projects Mentored by College Students (Evaluation) [view paper]
   Dr. Angela R Bielefeldt (University of Colorado Boulder), Dr. Daniel Knight (University of Colorado Boulder), Dr. Joseph Polman (University of Colorado Boulder), Loraine Glidewell (University of Colorado Boulder), and Erik Wislinsky (University of Colorado Boulder)


4. The Mentorship Method: An Out-of-School Pre-College Mentorship Program (RTP) [view paper]
   Dr. Christine Keefe (Hugo Mentors), Miranda Brown (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Bettina Cisneros (Hugo Mentors)


5. Assessing the Impact of Inclusive STEM Outreach with Near-Peer Mentorship in a Middle School Mobile Bioengineering Program (Evaluation) [view paper]
   Katie Zobus (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Shriya Wagholikar (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), Asheera Kaul (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), Prof. Holly M Golecki (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), and Prof. Caroline Cvetkovic (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)

Moderated by

1. Syeda Fizza Ali

Papers Presented

1. Pathways to Licensure for Computer Science Teachers: The Data Landscape (Work in Progress) [view paper]
   Dr. Julie M. Smith (Affiliation unknown) and Jennifer Rosato (University of Minnesota - Twin Cities)


2. Piloting a Vignettes Assessment to Measure 6th-8th Grade Computer Science Teacher Proficiencies (Fundamental) [view paper]
   Dr. Monica McGill (Institute for Advancing Computing Education) and Dr. Joseph C Tise (Institute for Advancing Computing Education)


3. Exploring Value, Utility, and Usability of a Computer Science Professional Development Platform (Fundamental) [view paper]
   Dr. Monica McGill (Institute for Advancing Computing Education), Robert Schwarzhaupt (American Institutes for Research ), and Dr. Joseph C Tise (Institute for Advancing Computing Education)


4. In-Service STEM Teachers’ AI Conceptual Change through Hardware-based Edge AI Activities (Fundamentals) [view paper]
   Woorin Hwang (University of Florida), Clelia Perez-Medina (University of Florida), Yessy Eka Ambarwati (University of Florida), Anany Sharma (University of Florida), Andrea Ramirez-Salgado (University of Florida), Dr. Pavlo Antonenko (Affiliation unknown), Lauren Eutsler (University of North Texas), and Dr. Swarup Bhunia (Affiliation unknown)


5. Making Student Thinking Visible in Elementary Computer Science: A Writing-Centered Professional Development Academy (Work in Progress) [view paper]
   Dr. Holly Paige Trisch (Roots in Engineering Consulting LLC / Mississippi State University ) and Dr. Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh (Mississippi State University)

Session Description

Please join us for Pre-College Engineering Education Division Business Meeting.

For those interested in: Pre-College

Papers Presented

1. "Measure Twice, Cut Once" and other Disciplinary Barriers to Recognizing Excellence in Engineering Education Research [view paper]
   Dr. Cindy Rottmann (University of Toronto), Dr. Cynthia J. Finelli (University of Michigan), Dr. Donna M Riley (University of New Mexico), Dr. Justin L Hess (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)), and Dr. Jillian Seniuk Cicek (University of Manitoba)


2. Beyond the Performance of Quality: Arguments and Advice for Making Meaningful Contributions in Engineering Education Research [view paper]
   Dr. Stephen Secules (Florida International University) and Dr. Jillian Seniuk Cicek (University of Manitoba)


3. From Policy to Practice: Applying Street-Level Bureaucracy Theory to Engineering Education [view paper]
   Dr. Jennifer A Turns (University of Washington) and Joice Tang (University of Washington)


4. Trickle Down Engineering [view paper]
   Dr. Alan Cheville (Bucknell University), Dr. Stewart Thomas (Bucknell University), and Sarah Appelhans (Lafayette College)


5. “The Engineer Does Not Bow:” Refusing Pedagogies of Compliance [view paper]
   Dr. Donna M Riley (University of New Mexico) and Dr. Vanessa Svihla (University of New Mexico)

Session Description

This technical session focuses on the development, implementation, and improvement of curricula in manufacturing education. Topics may include course design, program assessment, student learning outcomes, instructional strategies, hands-on learning, industry alignment, and continuous improvement of educational programs. The session aims to highlight effective practices that strengthen manufacturing education and better prepare students for academic and professional success.

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

Papers Presented

1. Aligning Mathematics Preparation with Next-Generation Precision Manufacturing: A Curriculum Map and Competency Framework [view paper]
   Dr. Rui Liu (Rochester Institute of Technology (COE)), Dean J Laury (Monroe Community College), Cathy Cerosaletti (Rochester Institute of Technology (COE)), and Angela T Messenger (University of Rochester)


2. Incorporating Physical Tools, Simulator, and Machine Learning for Teaching Parallax Distance-Based Measurements in High School Astronomy [view paper]
   Ryan Parham (College Station High School, College Station ISD) and Dr. Sheng-Jen Hsieh (Texas A&M University)


3. Interactive Simulation Tool to Enhance Understanding and Programming of Single Layer Perceptron Machine Learning Algorithm for High School Computer Science Education [view paper]
   Son Quach (University of Texas at Austin) and Dr. Sheng-Jen Hsieh (Texas A&M University)


4. Developing Sound Problem Statements for Course and Capstone Projects [view paper]
   Dr. Arif Sirinterlikci Ph.D., CMfgE, CPEM (Robert Morris University)


5. Development of Learning Modules on Ceramic Advanced Manufacturing for High-Temperature Materials Education [view paper]
   Dr. Lynnora Grant-Kahan (University of North Carolina at Charlotte)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Julia Spencer and Lekshmi Sasidharan

Papers Presented

1. Tooling for digital accessibility in mathematics: Quickly build compliant course websites that benefit all students [view paper]
   Dr. Matthew McMillan (University of Virginia) and Eli Daniel Boyden (University of Virginia)


2. Evolution of Understanding and Attitudes in a Discrete Mathematics Course for Computer Science Students [view paper]
   Dr. Shanon Marie Reckinger (University of Illinois at Chicago), Emily O'Dowd (The University of Illinois at Chicago), and Ashley Daly (University of Illinois at Chicago)


3. Exploring Engineering Students Use of Resources through Study Paths in an Introductory Calculus Course [view paper]
   Mr. Kriz Thomas George (Rochester Institute of Technology (CET)) and Dr. Ashish Agrawal (Rochester Institute of Technology (CET))


4. Learning through creation and revision of student-developed R Shiny Apps in an applied statistics course [view paper]
   Dr. Heze Chen (University of Virginia), Dr. Meiqin Li (University of Virginia), and Anne M Fernando (University of Virginia)


5. Relations Between Prior Knowledge, Learning Support Strategies, and Quiz Scores in a Redesigned Graduate Engineering Math Course [view paper]
   Dr. Julia Spencer (University of Virginia)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Yucheng Liu P.E. and Dr. Maria-Isabel Carnasciali

Papers Presented

1. Integrating Thermodynamics II Concepts into Heat Transfer Courses: A Curriculum Adaptation Strategy [view paper]
   Mohammadhosein Ghasemi Baboly (Kansas State University), Manar Younis (Rafik Hariri University), and Kamel Ghali Dr. (Phoenicia University)


2. A Stirling Example of Incorporating Hands on Analysis of a Model Engine in Thermodynamics [view paper]
   Dr. Peter L. L. Walls (Dunwoody College of Technology) and Mr. Jonathan Aurand P.E. (Dunwoody College of Technology)


3. Project Based Learning to Teach Students About Exergy, Steam Turbines, and Modeling and Simulation in an Introductory Thermodynamics Class [view paper]
   Dr. Jason Andrew Roney (University of Denver)


4. AI-Driven Flipped Classroom Strategies for Introductory Thermodynamics [view paper]
   Dr. Muhammad Shahzeb Khan (Pennsylvania State University)


5. Rethinking “Traditional Homework” in Thermodynamics: A Study on Optional Models and Their Impact on Student Success [view paper]
   Dr. Zahra Pournorouz (Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)) and Youmna Mahmoud (Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science))

Moderated by

1. Dr. Sara E Wilson and Dr. Rasim Guldiken

Papers Presented

1. Design and Implementation of an AI Chatbot for a Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Laboratory Course [view paper]
   Shubha Majumder (Clemson University), Dr. Todd Schweisinger P.E. (Clemson University), Kevin Andrew Flynn (Clemson University), Douglas Byrd (Clemson University), and Prof. John Wagner (Clemson University)


2. Exploring Student Engagement with AI in a Mechatronics Course [view paper]
   Dr. Hope Leigh Weiss (California State University, Fullerton)


3. From Textbook to Reality: AI‑Crafted Homework Narratives and Student Perceptions of Real-World Relevance [view paper]
   Dr. Rubaiya Murshed (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott), Mr. Dario Ajdini (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott), and Rojvan Dersim Duderi Karaer (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott)


4. AI in Teaching: Evaluating Open-Ended Projects Using an AI Chatbot [view paper]
   Osman Sayginer (Temple University)


5. Exploring the Impact of AI-Based Assistants on Student Learning in Engineering Courses: A Thermodynamics Case Study (Work in Progress) [view paper]
   Dr. Zahra Pournorouz (Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science))

Session Description

1. Eleven Years of Evidence: Evaluating Problem-Solving Recitations in Statics Instruction · Dr. Yufeng Hu P.E. presenting
2. Scaffolding for success: How interteaching pedagogy may level the playing field in a combined engineering statics and mechanics course · Steven Robert Woodruff presenting
3. A Survey of the Challenges Faced by Students when asked to Transfer Learning · Dr. Alexander John De Rosa presenting
4. How do Students Explain Their Errors in Free Body Diagrams?
5. Free-Body Diagrams as a Foundational Basis for Development: Student FBD performance as an early indicator of success in a Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics course · Jeffrey Schwicht presenting

Moderated by

1. Christine Float Goble and Dr. Masoud Rais-Rohani P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Eleven Years of Evidence: Evaluating Problem-Solving Recitations in Statics Instruction [view paper]
   Dr. Yufeng Hu (Western Michigan University), Dr. Javier Martin Montefort P.E. (Western Michigan University), and Dr. Matthew Cavalli P.E. (Western Michigan University)


2. Scaffolding for success: How interteaching pedagogy may level the playing field in a combined engineering statics and mechanics course [view paper]
   Dr. Steven Robert Woodruff (James Madison University) and Benjamin T Blankenship (James Madison University)


3. A Survey of the Challenges Faced by Students when asked to Transfer Learning [view paper]
   Dr. Alexander John De Rosa (University of Delaware)


4. How do Students Explain Their Errors in Free Body Diagrams? [view paper]
   Dr. Christopher Papadopoulos (University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus), Dr. Jean Carlos Batista Abreu (Elizabethtown College), and Dr. Aidsa I. Santiago-Roman (University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus)


5. Free-Body Diagrams as a Foundational Basis for Development: Student FBD performance as an early indicator of success in a Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics course [view paper]
   Capt. Jeffrey S. Schwicht (United States Military Academy) and Capt. Marshall James Kobylski (United States Military Academy)

Session Description

1. Integrating a Design Project into a Mechanics of Materials Course to Enhance Student Engagement and Learning
2. Vectors to Diagrams to Component Equations: A Step-by-Step Process to Draw and Use the Relative Velocity Diagram · Dr. Amir H. Danesh-Yazdi presenting
3. Launching Dynamics Students On a Trajectory of Kinematics Success
4. Conceptual Errors in Dynamics: A Rubric-Based Analysis of Long Form Solutions and Concept Inventory Performance · Dr. Julian Ly Davis presenting
5. The Rigid Body Dynamics Concept Inventory - Development and Initial Results

Moderated by

1. Dr. Scott F. Kiefer and Dr. Diana Arboleda

Papers Presented

1. Integrating a Design Project into a Mechanics of Materials Course to Enhance Student Engagement and Learning [view paper]
   Dr. Xiaobin Le (Wentworth Institute of Technology) and Dr. Haifa Salman El-Sadi (Wentworth Institute of Technology)


2. Vectors to Diagrams to Component Equations: A Step-by-Step Process to Draw and Use the Relative Velocity Diagram [view paper]
   Dr. Amir H. Danesh-Yazdi (Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology)


3. Launching Dynamics Students On a Trajectory of Kinematics Success [view paper]
   Mr. Jonathan D. Aurand (Dunwoody College of Technology) and Dr. Peter L. L. Walls (Dunwoody College of Technology)


4. Conceptual Errors in Dynamics: A Rubric-Based Analysis of Long Form Solutions and Concept Inventory Performance [view paper]
   Dr. Julian Ly Davis (University of Southern Indiana), Dr. Amie Baisley (University of Florida), and Dr. Geoffrey Recktenwald (Michigan State University)


5. The Rigid Body Dynamics Concept Inventory - Development and Initial Results [view paper]
   Dr. Geoffrey Recktenwald (Michigan State University), Dr. Brian P. Self (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo), Dr. Amie Baisley (University of Florida), Dr. Phillip Cornwell (United States Air Force Academy), and Dr. Julian Ly Davis (University of Southern Indiana)

Papers Presented

1. Cultivating Inclusive Excellence: Peer Mentoring for First-Generation Students in Engineering (Work in Progress) [view paper]
   Mr. Terrance I Harris (Drexel University) and Dr. DeAnna Katey (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)


2. Developing Co-design Workshops with Engineering Students and their Families to promote an Engineering Identity for First-generation Students (Work in Progress) [view paper]
   Reina Howell (San Francisco State University), King David Collins (San Francisco State University), Elijah Kigoye (San Francisco State University), and Dr. Kenya Z. Mejia (San Francisco State University)


3. Effects of Generation Status and Gender on the Academic Performance of Engineering Undergraduates (Research) [view paper]
   Thanh Loc Nguyen (Utah State University) and Prof. Ning Fang (Utah State University)


4. Enhancing Learning through Undergraduate Research: Insights from a First-Generation Student (Experience) [view paper]
   Dr. Cameron Robert Rusnak (West Virginia University Institute of Technology) and Allen John Rivas (Affiliation unknown)

Session Description

This session covers presentations on experiences on robotics education, including courses, assessment, and curriculum

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Mehrube Mehrubeoglu

Papers Presented

1. An Interdisciplinary Program in Human-Robot Interaction between Japan and the United States: Integrating Technical, User Centered Design, and Business Perspectives [view paper]
   Prof. John Raiti (University of Washington)


2. Development of a Mixed Reality Robotics Testing Environment [view paper]
   Ms. Haneen Hanoon (West Virginia University), Prof. Jason N. Gross (West Virginia University), Kulbhushan Komarraju (West Virginia University), and Xiangrui Wang (West Virginia University)


3. Development of an Advanced AI Laboratory Module for Deployment on an Edge IoT Device for a Targeted Application: Microplastics Classification [view paper]
   Dr. Mehrube Mehrubeoglu (Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi), Muhammad Ibrar (Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi), Dr. Lifford McLauchlan (Texas A&M University - Kingsville), and Dr. David Hicks (Affiliation unknown)


4. Learning Beyond the Classroom: Educational Impacts of a Long-Term Multidisciplinary Robotics Student Team [view paper]
   Dr. Anderson Harayashiki Moreira (Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia), Miss Andressa Corrente Martins (Instituto Maua de Tecnologia), Alexandre Harayashiki Moreira (Affiliation unknown), and Fernando Silveira Madani ()


5. WORK-IN-PROGRESS: EVALUATING THE STAGED DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW ROBOTICS ENGINEERING DEGREE [view paper]
   Dr. Nikhil Satyala (University of Nebraska - Lincoln), Rachael Wagner (University of Nebraska - Lincoln), Dr. Tareq Daher (University of Nebraska - Lincoln), Raycelle C C Garcia (University of Nebraska - Lincoln), Dr. Carl A. Nelson P.E. (University of Nebraska - Lincoln), Evan Balleweg (University of Nebraska - Lincoln), and Dr. Mark R. Riley (University of Nebraska - Lincoln)

Session Description

Explores how artificial intelligence is transforming engineering education through virtual teaching assistants, personalized tutoring systems, and AI-assisted learning tools, while critically evaluating the reliability of large language models in academic contexts.

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. AI-Assisted Video Scaffolding in Construction Management Education: A Multi-Course Study [view paper]
   Ms. sharon brown (Wentworth Institute of Technology)


2. Assessing the Reliability of Large Language Models for Scientific Information Extraction [view paper]
   Luke Schneider (Pennsylvania State University, Behrend College), Debalina Maitra (Kennesaw State University), Jing Zhao (Pennsylvania State University, Behrend College), and Dr. Jiawei Gong (Pennsylvania State University, Behrend College)


3. AI-Driven Pedagogical Companions: Implementation and Assessment of Virtual Teaching Assistants in Engineering Education [view paper]
   Mr. Ranjan Das (University of California Merced), Siddaiah Yarra (University of California Merced), Prof. Sachin Goyal (Affiliation unknown), and Francesco Danzi (University of California Merced)


4. Problem Generation to Personalized Tutoring: Leveraging Generative AI and Knowledge Components in Engineering Education [view paper]
   Mr. Luciano Bermudez (University of California, Riverside)

Session Description

This session explores emerging practices in software engineering education, including equitable assessment, curriculum development, online instruction, and the impact of AI-assisted programming. The presentations highlight innovative strategies and research aimed at improving student learning, engagement, and outcomes in computing education.

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Bruce R Maxim and Dr. Ahmed S. Khan

Papers Presented

1. Equitable Assessment in Capstone Projects: Combining Peer Review and AI-Driven Meeting Log Analysis. [view paper]
   Dr. Mudasser Fraz Wyne (National University), Dr. Alireza Farahani (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Peilin Fu (National University), and Dr. Lu Zhang (National University)


2. An Approach to Transitioning an In-Person Software Engineering Class to an Online Live Class using Institution Guidelines [view paper]
   Dr. Peter J Clarke (Florida International University), Dr. Cora Laydi Fernandez (Florida International University), Dr. Raquel Perez (Florida International University), Hagit Kornreich-Leshem (STEM Transformation Institute, Florida International University), Juan Pablo Sotomayor (Florida International University), and Trevor Cickovski (Florida International University)


3. Developing a Responsive Computer Science Program with a Collaborative Design Model [view paper]
   Dr. Nicole Anderson (Weber State University), Dr. Linda DuHadway (WSU), Dr. Kyle D Feuz (Weber State University), Dr. Richard Fry Fry (Weber State University), and Julie Christensen (Weber State University)


4. Direct Assessment Without Tears [view paper]
   Dr. Stephen T Frezza (Franciscan University of Steubenville) and Sarah M Bartsch (Franciscan University of Steubenville)


5. Who Benefits from AI-Assisted Programming? Revealing Hidden Variables Through an Intersectional Analysis of the Student Experience [view paper]
   Dr. Sri Yash Tadimalla (University of North Carolina at Charlotte) and Mary Lou Maher (University of Sydney)

Session Description

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning

Moderated by

1. Lorena Andrea Benavides Riano and Kabiru Adeseun Okegbenro

Papers Presented

1. Exploring the use of Generative AI for reliable qualitative coding: The Novice Experience [view paper]
   Ms. Melis Ozdemir (University of Virginia), Dr. Anne Marguerite McAlister (University of Virginia), and Mr. William Harry Keenan (University of Virginia)


2. How useful is gen AI really? A comparative study of gen AI tools for academic writing in engineering education [view paper]
   Briana Lavine (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)), Dr. Adrian Nat Gentry (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)), Dr. Kerrie A Douglas (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)), and Dr. Hannah Kim (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering))


3. Leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence to make the literature search process easier for new researchers [view paper]
   Mr. Jamael Chima Ajah (Rowan University) and Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison (Rowan University)


4. Leveraging Machine Learning Techniques to Evaluate Persistence in Engineering [view paper]
   Alexa Catherine Andershock (The University of Tennessee, Knoxville), Baker A. Martin (University of Tennessee at Knoxville), and Rachael Bevill Burns (University of Tennessee at Knoxville)


5. Predicting STEM Classroom Attrition Via Data Mining of Social Dynamics and Academic Metrics [view paper]
   James Squires (University of Georgia), Dr. Nicholas Young (University of Georgia), and Dr. Nandana Weliweriya (University of Georgia)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Shamsnaz Virani Bhada

Papers Presented

1. Assessing Student Growth in Systems Thinking and Systems Engineering Skills in an Online Learning Environment [view paper]
   Dr. Mark David Bedillion (Carnegie Mellon University), Dr. Laura Ochs Pottmeyer (Carnegie Mellon University), Dr. Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler (Texas State University), Lynn Kojtek (Carnegie Mellon University), Prof. Anahita Emami (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Cassandra M Birrenkott (South Dakota Mines), and Dr. Micah Lande (South Dakota School of Mines & Technology)


2. Bridging Reinforcement Learning Theory and Practice in Systems Engineering Education Through Simulation Environment Design [view paper]
   Srijana Raut (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Dr. Lingxiang Yun (University of North Carolina at Charlotte), and Dr. Simon M. Hsiang P.E. (North Carolina State University at Raleigh)


3. Developing Systems Thinking through Internet of Things (IoT) Project-Based Learning in Electronics Education [view paper]
   Dr. Aziz Shekh-Abed (Ruppin Academic Center)


4. Evaluating and Refining Hands-On Systems Thinking and Systems Engineering Activities in Mechanical Engineering Courses [view paper]
   Lucas Ian Pierce (South Dakota School of Mines and Technology), Dr. Micah Lande (South Dakota School of Mines & Technology), Dr. Cassandra M Birrenkott (South Dakota Mines), Hannah Benes (South Dakota School of Mines and Technology), Annelise Larson (South Dakota School of Mines and Technology), Dr. Mark David Bedillion (Carnegie Mellon University), and Dr. Karim Heinz Muci-Kuchler (Texas State University)

Moderated by

1. Ms. Sara C. Vick and Dr. Elizabeth Gross

Papers Presented

1. A History of Fabrication and Action: Reconceptualising Engineering Literacy and the Engineer’s Role [view paper]
   Charlotte Wang (UNSW Sydney), Prof. Robert Frank Care AM (UNSW Sydney), Dr. Ruth Margaret Fisher (University of New South Wales), Prof. Matthew Kearnes (UNSW Sydney), and Prof. Richard Stuetz (UNSW Sydney)


2. To Err is Human: Defining Engineering Judgment Through the Philosophy of Bernard Lonergan [view paper]
   Dr. Michael Robinson (Saint Vincent College)


3. Engineering needs a paradigm shift in values: becoming a planet serving profession [view paper]
   Dr. Thomas J. Siller (Colorado State University) and Dr. Gearold R. Johnson (Colorado State University)

Session Description

This session is for the participants of the Autonomous Golf ball retrieval competition to present how the team designed and built the autonomous robot for the competition.

Moderated by

1. Mr. Philip J. Regalbuto

Session Description

Free ticketed event
This panel will look at key shifts in the history of advancing and supporting academic women in engineering and science, to include the topics of women students, affinity and professional organizations, and institutional and national leadership roles, among others. In addition, this panel, all of whom are authors of the Springer Nature book “Women in Academia,” part of the Women in Engineering and Science book series, will also look at how our past informs the current status and provides potential guidance on addressing challenges and opportunities for the future.

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter

Speakers

1. Dr. Olga Pierrakos

   National Science Foundation

   Dr. Olga Pierrakos is currently a STEM Education Program Director at the National Science Foundation and remains active with national leadership roles and research in higher education, engineering education, and healthcare innovation.

2. Dr. Beth M Holloway

   Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

   Beth Holloway is the Senior Assistant Dean for Student Access and Success & Leah H. Jamieson Director of the Women In Engineering Program at Purdue University.

3. Idalis Villanueva Alarcón

   University of Florida

   Dr. Idalis Villanueva Alarcón is Chair and Professor in the Department of Engineering Education in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida. A presidential awardee (PECASE), she has led multiple pioneering efforts in engineering education including multimodal methods in engineering education using sensor technologies and biophysiological tools, hidden curriculum, mentoring, active learning, professional identity, among others. She is a renowned national and international leader in engineering education research and practice earning her multiple accolades and honors ... (continued)

4. Dr. Donna M Riley

   University of New Mexico

   Donna Riley is Jim and Ellen King Dean of Engineering and Computing and Professor in the Gerald May Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at The University of New Mexico. Before joining UNM, Riley was Kamyar Haghighi Head and Professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. During her time at Purdue, she served as Director of Workforce Development for the ASPIRE Engineering Research Center, a 10-year NSF-funded project developing research, education, innovation, and industrial ecosystems supporting the electric vehicle transition, integrating wireless and wired charging with transportation and electric utility systems.

5. Thea R Sahr

   Thea is Executive Director of DiscoverE working exclusively in STEM education. Eventually, the STEM acronym narrowed to engineering and a career was born. She has co-developed a PBS television and outreach campaign (Design Squad). She has led a national research project that helped change the way we present engineering to girls (Engineer Your Life). She has consolidated eight radically different websites into one cohesive destination for 400,000 visitors a year and shaped and implemented programs that reach 5.5 million people annually.

6. Kaitlyn N. Stormes

   University of Georgia

   Dr. Kaitlyn Stormes has served in several professional higher education roles in California, where she is from. In particular, she brings experience with institutional research, academic advising, program evaluation, and data management at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), and California Polytechnic University, Humboldt (Cal Poly Humboldt).

   Outside of academia, she lives in Athens with her husband (a PhD student at UGA) and their two cats. Coming from California, she loves the coast but she also enjoys traveling, doing yoga, and hiking.

7. Dr. Linda G. Blevins

   National Science Foundation

   Dr. Linda G. Blevins retired in May 2025 as the Executive Leader of Knowledge Management Frameworks for the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). From 2018-2022, she served as the Deputy Assistant Director and Acting Assistant Director of the Engineering Directorate at NSF, where she provided leadership and direction to the Directorate, which provides 40% of federal funding for basic research at academic institutions in engineering disciplines. Prior to joining NSF, Dr. Blevins served as a Senior Technical Advisor in the Office of the Deputy Director for Science Programs in the Department of E ... (continued)

Session Description

Faculty promotion and tenure processes in academia shape outcomes for women in STEM, where bias in STEM persists. In higher education, this requires recruiting, retaining, and supporting women in engineering and graduate studies through mentorship, sponsorship, and near-peer group models that provide responsive psychosocial support. Grounded in expectancy-value theory, path analysis links self-efficacy, professional interest, and sense of belonging to student success and retention, informing faculty tenure decisions and interventions that close the gender gap and strengthen mentoring relationship ... (continued)

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Jena Shafai Asgarpoor and Dr. Monica Quezada-Espinoza

Papers Presented

1. Silent Barriers: Gender Bias in STEM Faculty Evaluation and Promotion [view paper]
   Manar Yamany (West Virginia University), Dr. Jeffrey S. Carver (West Virginia University), Erin McHenry-Sorber (West Virginia University), and Dr. Robin A.M. Hensel (West Virginia University)


2. Critical Advice from Critical Voices: Intersectional Insights from Women Navigating Academia [view paper]
   Dr. Angela R Bielefeldt (University of Colorado Boulder)


3. Mentoring Ecosystems to Recruit, Retain, and Advance Women in Technology [view paper]
   Mrs. Melissa Renee Casner (Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette) and Dr. Nancy L Lollar (Purdue University Polytechnic Institute-Columbus)


4. Pathways to STEM Interest among High School Girls: Insights from the Women in Science and Technology Conference in Biobío, Chile [view paper]
   Prof. Camila Zapata-Casabon (Universidad Andres Bello), Prof. Marcela Cárdenas (Universidad Andres Bello), and Prof. Maria Elena Truyol (Universidad Andres Bello)


5. Quantitative Analysis of Belonging and Self-Efficacy across Undergraduate Retention Programs (Full Paper - Practice Paper) [view paper]
   Lavanya Swaminathan (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)) and Dr. Suzanne Zurn-Birkhimer (Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering))


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Papers Presented

1. Investigating the Impact of a 3D Modeling and Printing Workshop Designed for Blind and Low-Vision Students [Traditional Research Paper] [view paper]
   Mei-Lian Vader (University of Maryland Baltimore County), Krystal Yangmengzi Zhang (University of Maryland Baltimore County), Grace Hollenbach (University of Maryland Baltimore County), Emily Wingeart (University of Maryland Baltimore County), David Antol (Retired Harford Community College, Coordinator of Engineering Technology and Additive Manufacturing,), Ravi Kuber (University of Maryland Baltimore County), and Dr. Foad Hamidi (University of Maryland Baltimore County)


2. Engagement in Practices: Online Handbook for Engineering Research Center’s Best Practices for Pathways and Mentoring [view paper]
   Dr. Hwangbo Bae (University of Michigan) and Dr. Joi-Lynn Mondisa (University of Michigan)


3. Integrating Service-Learning with Sustainability Engineering to Broaden Student Learning Outcomes [view paper]
   Dr. Alyson Kim (University of California, Davis), Dr. Colleen Elizabeth Bronner (University of California, Davis), and Dr. Sarah Miller (University of California, Davis)


4. How Students View Social Change Through A Robotics Outreach Experience [view paper]
   Alejandra Noemi Vasquez (Tufts University), Trevion S Henderson (Tufts University), and Yara Zaza (Tufts University)


5. A new assessment for savior complex in humanitarian engineering project-based learning [view paper]
   Ogochukwu Elisha-Wigwe (University of Texas at Austin) and Dr. Anastasia M. Schauer (University of Texas at Austin)

Session Description

What does it truly mean to develop engineers who lead? This session brings together researchers and practitioners exploring how leadership, ethics, sustainability, and career readiness can be woven into engineering education — from classroom curricula to community-based models. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation about the gaps, innovations, and opportunities shaping the next generation of engineering leaders.

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections

Moderated by

1. Mr. Michael Dailey

Papers Presented

1. Ethics and Engineering Leadership: A Utilitarian Approach [view paper]
   Dr. Brett Tallman (Texas Christian University)


2. Engineer of 2025? Leadership Without Foundation: Gaps in Education, Consensus, and Character Formation [view paper]
   Nika Ilieva (Duke University) and Dr. Cameron Michael Kim (Duke University)


3. Integrating Leadership Attributes into Environmental Engineering Education: A Framework for Developing Future Leaders in Sustainability and Public Service [view paper]
   Dr. George P. Korfiatis (Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)), Prof. Sarath Chandra Kumar Jagupilla P.E. (Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)), and Ms. Elizabeth O'Connell (Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science))


4. Co-Curricula Innovation Helping Engineering Faculty Effortlessly Embed Career Education: A Work in Progress Practice Paper [view paper]
   Candice A. Kelly (Auburn University), Mrs. Jessica G Bowers (Auburn University), Dr. Russell Mailen (Auburn University), Charlie Wilder (Auburn University), and Jonathan N Davis Davis P.E. (Auburn University)


5. A community-based model for enhancing engineering practitioners' commitment to sustainability: Insights from initiation processes [view paper]
   Mr. Joseph Kroculick (Alvernia University and Winifred Connects, LLC)


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