The need for diversity in engineering is more than just about equity and fairness; it is also about recognizing the value of diverse thoughts and how they can spur creative and innovative solutions for a complex and ever-changing world. This is also the motivation for ABET student outcome 5: “an ability to function effectively on… Read more »
The role of professional societies in promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has become increasingly important in building a more resilient world. Professional societies have the potential to be influential change agents and can play a significant role in advancing DEI across different industries and sectors. The panelists will share their experiences and insights on… Read more »
In October 2022, Penn State hosted a summit for Big 10+ institutions and others with strong engineering programs. The purpose was to prepare for the upcoming changes to ABET criteria relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Teams of individuals from each institution came together to develop plans for responding to the ABET changes. This… Read more »
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Sustainability are essential elements in building a more resilient world. In this panel session, “Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Sustainability as Key Drivers for Building a More Resilient World,” ABET Claire L. Felbinger Award recipients will share their experiences and insights on the benefits of promoting Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility… Read more »
Although computing curriculum contains primarily technical content, faculty can teach impressionable young minds to value diversity. It can be integrated into the curriculum by creating a diverse backdrop for programming problems and assignments. In 2010, five faculty members at Slippery Rock University (SRU) participated in a Frederick Douglas Collaborative Grant to create a sample set… Read more »
