Day 1

Engineering without Calculus! Dream or Reality
Math requirement redefined!

Moderators: Ahmad Fayed, Ph.D. and Michele Miller, Ph.D.

Update on ASME Student Engagement

Speakers:
• Geraldine Gooding, D.Eng., Director, Engineering Education and Outreach, ASME
• Ty Booker, Senior Manager, Programming and Engagement, ASME

Lunch

Reimagining Robotics Education
The field of robotics is seeing an explosion in applications and capabilities.  But the traditional view of a robot - a large-scale mostly anthropomorphic device that can be programmed to adaptably plan and follow a path to accomplish a task - is transforming.  Robots that are at the nano scale, that are soft and flexible, that are biologically hybrid, or that are modular or adaptable, all redefine expectations of the robots of the future.  Mechanical Engineering must be taught the fundamentals and skills to be able to lead the design and manufacture of these new and yet-to-come robots.  This session will bring together a panel of experts who are redefining engineering education for this new frontier of robots.

Moderators: Jonathan Cagan, Ph. D. and Rungun Nathan, Ph.D.

Building Resilience: Addressing Mental Health in Mechanical Engineering Education
This session will explore the critical role of mental health in academic success and career development. Expert speakers will discuss the demanding culture of engineering and its impact on student wellness and offer insights from their own mental health journeys. Attendees will gain practical tools to promote resilience and well-being among faculty and students, fostering a healthier, more inclusive learning environment.

Moderator: Michele Miller, Ph.D.

Annual Survey of ME/MET Departments
This session will present the findings of departmental benchmarking data for 2024.

Moderator: Leigh McCue-Weil, Ph.D.

Five at 5
The Five @ 5 session is a forum for ME and MET department leaders to present on the innovative practices being implemented at their institutions. Topics might include curriculum development, student recruitment/retention, faculty recruitment/retention, faculty development, co-curricular programs, mentoring, and more. Each speaker will have exactly 5 minutes to present. This is an opportunity to showcase successful initiatives, learn from each other, and build community around shared challenges. Must be a registered MEEd attendee to participate.

Learn more about this opportunity to present

Moderator: Leigh McCue-Weil, Ph.D.