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9:00 - 10:00 - 339 Post Center

Today’s first-year engineering students are entering college with different academic backgrounds, learning styles, and levels of preparedness than previous generations. Many struggle with foundational math skills, face challenges in adapting to the rigor of engineering coursework, and question their sense of belonging in the field. As engineering educators, understanding these shifts is essential to improving student success and retention.

This panel discussion brings together perspectives from a high school teacher, who will share insights on how students are prepared for college, and a current undergraduate engineering student, who will provide a firsthand account of their transition into an engineering program. The conversation will explore key topics such as:

• The changing demographics and expectations of first-year engineering students

• Common gaps in math preparation and their impact on early coursework

• The role of identity and belonging in student persistence and success

• Practical strategies for professors to better support incoming students

Through a mix of expert insights, student experiences, and audience participation, this session will equip faculty with actionable approaches to help first-year engineering students navigate their academic and personal challenges. By understanding and adapting to these changes, we can create more inclusive and effective learning environments that foster student confidence and success.

10:15 - 11:30 - 056 Post Center

This session explores innovative strategies to increase student engagement in engineering education, focusing on interactive learning, self-regulation, gamification, and assessment techniques that enhance motivation and academic performance.

100% Student Engagement Assured in Classrooms: Is It Possible - A1
Subramanian Rajarajan, Sofia M. Vidalis, Fazil T. Najafi
Pennsylvania State University

Engagement of Students in Course Learning Assessment - A2
Peter Mark Jansson
Bucknell University

Fun Activities for Increasing Student Engagement in Engineering Courses - A3
Matthew B. Rhudy
Penn State Berks

Self-Evaluation and Self-Regulation Among Engineering Students: Metacognitive Learning and Academic Performance - A4
Gang Liu
The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford

SPARC: Enhancing Engineering Learning Through AI and Gamification - A5
Chengzhang Zhu, Ying Tang
Rowan University

10:15 - 11:30 - 048 Post Center

This session highlights the value of experiential learning, including mentored research, hands-on projects, and industry collaborations that help students develop practical skills and reinforce theoretical knowledge.

A Student’s Perspective on Experiential Learning: How to Get the Most Out of College Education - B1
Arwa Ouali, Ashish Borgaonkar
New Jersey Institute of Technology

Home Labs, Big Impact: Empowering Students Through Open-ended At-home Experiments in a Heat and Mass Transfer Course - B2
G. Das
University of Maryland Baltimore County

Bridging the Gap: Project 6 as a Model for Experiential Learning and Industry Collaboration - B5
Caitlin Long
Alvernia University

10:15 - 11:30 - 058 Post Center

This session examines the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies on engineering education, addressing AI-driven learning, automation, coding innovations, and how AI is transforming research and instruction.

AI Climate Survey Among Mechanical Engineering Undergraduates - C1
Stephen McGill
Villanova University

Analysis of the Transformative Nature of ICPs (Innovation Competitions and Programs) Using Human VS. AI Coding - C2
Rere Adeyemo, Sadan Kulturel-Konak, Abdullah Konak
Penn State Berks

Reimagining Mechanical Engineering Education in the Age of LLMs: Perspectives from Students and Instructors - C3
L. Saharan, A. Fox, M. Narayan
Gannon University

12:30 - 13:45 - Lower Level Post Center

Presenters should plan to be by their posters 12:30 - 13:15 for odd-numbered posters and 13:00 - 13:45 for even-numbered posters. 

Laboratory Setup to Prepare Students for Industrial Application of Electric Drives – P01
Todd D. Batzel
Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College

Creation of an In-House Electrospinning System – P02
Alyson Fornes, Allan Chu, Kathrine Cowart, Olivia Maisano, Ugochukwu Okonwko, Aylin Acun
Widener University

An Environment for Application of Computer and Networking Principles – P03
Rolf F. Kamp
Monmouth University

Managing for Success: Accelerating the Student Leader Learning Curve – P04
Sydney Milea
University of Delaware

Utilizing Maker Space Resources to Create New Pedagogy for First Year Courses; Systematic Review on Seatbelt Safety – P05
Shannon O'Brien, Lynn Albers
Hofstra University

A Finite Element Analysis of Adipocyte Mechanical Loading – P06
Zoe N. Panichello, LiKang Chin, Steven J. Pagano
Department of Biomedical Engineering, Widener University

The Impact of Climate Change on Equity Focus Areas, Active Transportation, and Micromobility – P07
Ardeshir Faghri, Erfan Ranjbar
University of Delaware

Embedded Systems For Engineers: Python or C? – P08
Stephen Strom
Alvernia University

Implementation of State-of-the-Art Remote Sensing to Enhance Structural Dynamic Fundamentals for Undergraduate Engineering Students – P09
Adriana Trias Blanco, John Vrabel, Michael Waldron, Taylar Daher, Scott Nuss
Rowan University

Biblio-Battle: Comparing Strengths of Two Citation Manager Titans – P10
Denise A. Wetzel, Sara C. Kern
Pennsylvania State University

Transforming Interdisciplinary Education through AI-Driven Active Learning – P11
Tewodros A. Zewde, Frehiwot W. Wuhib
Stevens Institute of Technology

Incorporating an FPGA-Based Educational Module for Traffic Management into Digital Design Lab – P12
Nasibeh Zohrabi
Penn State University Brandywine

Automated Assembly Process for Ceramic Material Production – P13
Andrew Young, Kenneth Monaco, Lukas Connolly, Nathan Mehl, Paul Lamore, Changyu Ma
King's College

A Design of Experiments (DOE) Approach to Evaluate the Tensile Strength of a Novel 3D Printing Material – P14
Kira Corrie, Marietta Scanlon
Penn State University, Berks Campus

Integrating Hands-On, Virtual, and Outdoor Learning for Climate and Renewable Energy Education – P15
Jillian Jankowski, Payton Keblish, Aleksandra Dukleski, Philip Sedalis, Zhiming Zhang
Rowan University

Development of an AI-Based Personalized Search Engine – P16
Xianfang Tan, Raj Mamidala, Aditya Raj, Matthew Yu
Penn State University at Brandywine

Testing the Effectiveness of Ultrasonication Treatment for Degradation/Elimination of Micro/Nanoplastics – P17
Arwa Ouali, Ashish D. Borgaonkar
New Jersey Institute of Technology

Design and Manufacture of a Portable Scalp Cooling Device to Minimize Hair Loss During Chemotherapy – P19
Morgan Hart, Caitlyn Katchur, Yazmeen Proctor, Adrianna Raiger, Clark Trowbridge
Biomedical Engineering Department, Widener University

Fairness in Operations Research: Fair Funds Distribution - P20
Alexander Maldonado
Penn State Berks

14:00 - 15:15 - 058 Post Center

This session focuses on advancements in engineering curriculum design, including new teaching methodologies, virtual reality applications, interdisciplinary learning, and instructional improvements in key technical subjects.

A Design Approach to Teaching Truss Bridge Mechanics in a Statics Course - D1
Alyssa DeSimone
George Washington University
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17859039 

Enhancing Surveying Instruction with Virtual Reality: A Study on Student Performance and Perception - D2
Matthew S. O'Banion, Dimitrios Bolkas
Department of Surveying Engineering, Pennsylvania State University

Integrating Agile Methodologies in Software Design Education: A Capstone Approach - D3
Georgios Eleftherakis
Pennsylvania State University Brandywine

Introducing Circular Economy Concepts into Engineering Labs Through Local Industry Partnerships - D4
Radika Bhaskar, Ronald Kander
Thomas Jefferson University

Trigonometry Made Easy - D5
Daniel Blessner
The Pennsylvania State University

14:00 - 15:15 - 048 Post Center

This session showcase initiatives that connect engineering education with real-world applications and community service, emphasizing interdisciplinary projects, industry partnerships, and outreach efforts that enhance student learning.

Engineering a Children’s Book: An Autoethnographic Study into Junior and Senior Engineering Clinic - E1
Christian Frank, Joy Lynn Torelli, Sophia Moglino, Zeynep Bartek
Rowan University

Enhancing Biomedical Device Innovation Education Through Community Engagement and Service-Learning-Based Clinical Immersions - E2
Ria Mazumder
Widener University

GoBabyGo: Interdisciplinary Adaptive Technology for Service Learning - E3
Marius Strom, Cassandra Movinsky, Julie Nagle
Saint Francis University

Process Design: Experiential Learning from the Past - E4
Tracey Carbonetto, Alison Bonner
Pennsylvania State University

Involving Engineering Student Interns to Integrate Digital Twins at Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers - E5
Terrance L. Speicher, Charles D. Stricker Jr., Joanna F. DeFranco
The Pennsylvania State University

14:00 - 15:15 - 056 Post Center

This session presents research and applications in specialized areas of engineering, covering topics such as motor control, environmental materials, UAV technology, and gender bias in STEM, providing insights into current trends and challenges in the field.

Induction Motor Speed Control with Raspberry Pi and Semikron Semiteach Converter System: A Practical Approach for Educational Purpose - F1
Rasoul Milasi, Joseph Stoner
Pennsylvania State University

Insights from a Workshop on Gender Bias in STEM Education - F2
S. Bakrania, M. Amadoro, P. Nath
Rowan University

Using Torque and RPM Loss to Estimate the Presence of Icing Clouds with UAVs - F3
Meerav G. Shah, Jose Palacios
College of Engineering, Pennsylvania State University
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17785569 

Enhanced Learning through Experimental Research on Hempcrete - F4
Rachmadian Wulandana, Glenda RS Giordani, Julio Aguirre
State University of New York (SUNY) New Paltz

15:30 - 16:00 - 339 Post Center