HI-TEC 2024

Presenters

Aakre, Carl

Technical Applications in Agriculture: Training Secondary Teachers in Articulated Curriculum (WED 2:15–3:00, Empire A)


Abella-Bowen, Meghan

Towards Developing and Aligning Manufacturing Curriculum Across Autonomous Community College Systems (THU 9:00–9:45, Chouteau)


Ajlani, Sam

Built! A Statewide Seamless Engineering Technology AS-to-BS Pathway to PE (THU 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)


Anderson, Ann-Claire

SIG: Future-Proofing Students with Employer-Driven Scenario-Based Learning (TUE 8:30–Noon, Chouteau A)

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from German Study Tour (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago AB)

POSTER: Using Cross-Disciplinary Instruction to “Future-Proof” Students (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from Basque Region Study Tour (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Anderson, Karl

POSTER: Converting Non-Credit Workshops to a 12-Credit Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology Certificate (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Anderson, David

Beyond the Hype: Extended Reality (XR) Challenges and Opportunities in Technician Education (WED 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)


Anderson, Karl

Converting Non-Credit Workshops to a 12-Credit Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology Certificate (WED 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Arquin, Michael

Connecting K-12 Educators and Students to the Clean Energy Workforce Opportunity and Training (THU 9:00–9:45, Benton)


Arroyo, Jessica

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


Baber, Tim

SIG: Next Generation Manufacturing SIG (TUE 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)

Business and Industry Leadership Teams for Advanced Manufacturing Programs (WED 11:15–Noon, Chicago AB)


Bales, Chuck

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from Basque Region Study Tour (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Banerjee, Amarnath

Scalable Smart Manufacturing Workforce Development Community Model with VR/Digital Twin Technologies (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago C)


Banisakher, Mubarak

Fostering Future-Ready Skills Through Small Team Project-Based Learning in Cloud Technology (THU 8:00–8:45, Benton)


Barger, Marilyn

Launching My New NSF Project (WED 10:15–11:00, Chouteau)

Survey Says: ATE and Economic Development Work Together! What Does It Look Like? (WED 3:45–4:30, Empire B)

Built! A Statewide Seamless Engineering Technology AS-to-BS Pathway to PE (THU 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)

The Needed Math Project: Promoting Student Success in Manufacturing Workplaces (THU 3:45–4:30, Empire B)


Beard, Anna

VR: the Good, Bad, and Ugly—Findings from a Hybrid Diesel Program (WED 2:15–3:00, Empire B)


Becho, Lyssa

SIG: ATE Evaluators: Connect, Share, and Learn (TUE 8:30–Noon, Chouteau B)


Beheler, Ann

SIG: ITSS Summit Alumni Workshop: Successes, Challenges, and Next Steps (MON 8:30–Noon, Benton)

SIG: Employer Engagement: Using the BILT Model and Developing Skill Standards (MON 1:00–4:30, Benton)

Business and Industry Leadership Teams for Advanced Manufacturing Programs (WED 11:15–Noon, Chicago AB)

Collaborating with Employers to Create Future-Facing Technician Skill Standards (WED 3:45–4:30, New York A)

Business and Industry Leadership Team Implementation Models (THU 8:00–8:45, Chouteau)


Belknap, Sarah

10 Strategies for Engaging YOUR Students for Success (WED 2:15–3:00, New York B)

Faculty Professional Development in Culturally Responsive STEM Education (THU 1:45–2:30, Empire A)


Bell, Andrew

WORKSHOP: Using Oculus Quest II VR Headset in Engineer and Technician Education (MON 8:30–Noon, Chouteau B)

POSTER: Design of Arduino and PLC-Based Controls for an OWI Robotic Arm (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Using NI Elvis and MyDAQ to Support Remote Labs for STEM Education (THU 1:45–2:30, Chicago C)


Bennett, Bryan

Unveiling the Benefits of a Combined Networking/Computer Support Capstone Course (THU 11:15–Noon, Benton)


Bhattacharya, Debasis

WORKSHOP: Generative AI and Its Impact on Higher Education (TUE 8:30–Noon, Van Horn)

Generative AI: Programming Assistant in the Classroom (THU 2:45–3:30, Benton)


Birch, John

WORKSHOP: Incorporating Professional Skills and Teambuilding Into Your Curriculum (MON 8:30–4:30, Empire C)

POSTER: Student Research Projects for Advanced Manufacturing (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Blackshear, Renee

Embracing Artificial Intelligence for All Industries (WED 1:15–2:00, Empire C)


Blaisdell, Chris

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from German Study Tour (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago AB)


Boedeker, Elizabeth

SIG: Beyond the InnovATEBIO Summit: The Midwest Bio Ecosystem and InnovATEBIO Future Plans (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago AB)

Play Your Way to Proficiency: Unlock Learning Potential Using Game-based Approaches (WED 3:45–4:30, Van Horn AB)

Empowering Students and Workforce: The Role of Microcredentials in Today's Education Landscape (THU 8:00–8:45, Empire A)

Biomanufacturing, Research and Technical Training: Where Industry and Education Meet (THU 2:45–3:30, New York B)


Bograd, Marina

Silicon Electronic-Photonic Integrated Circuit (EPIC) Training for Community College Faculty (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire C)

Towards Developing and Aligning Manufacturing Curriculum Across Autonomous Community College Systems (THU 9:00–9:45, Chouteau)


Bower, Rachael

SIG: Working Partners Workshops (TUE 1:00–4:30, Empire AB)

Assessing and Evaluating Industry Partnerships: Who, What, How? (WED 2:15–3:00, Benton)

UDL in Action: Accessible STEM Learning from AccessATE and CAST (THU 2:45–3:30, Chouteau)


Brauda, Pamela

Leveraging Slack for Student Collaboration (THU 9:00–9:45, Empire A)


Brock, Suzanne

Business and Industry Leadership Team Implementation Models (THU 8:00–8:45, Chouteau)


Brown, Evelyn

Partnering with ATEs, Industry, and Manufacturing Innovation Institutes to Develop Microcredentials (THU 10:15–11:00, Chouteau)


Brown, Thomas

POSTER: Engaging K-12 Teachers to Help Build a Cybersecurity Workforce Pipeline (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Byrne Paulin, Hira

Best Practices in Teaching Student Veterans with Hearing Loss (WED 3:45–4:30, Empire A)


Candido, Brian

WORKSHOP: Building Mobile Apps to Build a Pathway to STEM and Coding (MON 8:30–Noon, Van Horn)

Supplemental Instruction: What It Is, How It Works, and How It Is Developed (THU 10:15–11:00, Empire A)


Carter, V. Celeste

WORKSHOP: NSF ATE Mock Panel Review (TUE 8:30–Noon, Empire AB)

A New NSF ATE Solicitation! 2024 Changes, Funding Opportunities and Help with Proposal Development (WED 11:15–Noon, New York B)

Track 3: Consortia for Innovations in Technician Education—Unwinding Consortia Grant Opportunities (WED 2:15–3:00, Chouteau)

ATE Program Officers Discuss Funding Opportunities for Two-Year Institutions (THU 9:00–9:45, Chicago AB)

The Future Direction of ATE: A Discussion with NSF Program Officers & Community (FRI 9:00–11:00, New York)


Castano, Daniel

SIG: Use of Aerial Drones for Solar Photovoltaic Site Assessment (TUE 1:00–4:30, Van Horn)


Chalfant, Tiffany

BILT-ing a Data Analytics Technician Program from the Ground Up (WED 3:45–4:30, New York B)


Chalil Madathil, Kapil

Revolutionizing Electric Vehicle Education for Service and Manufacturing Technicians (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire C)


Chandler, Latoya

Facilitating Student Engagement in Guitars, Rocketry, and Robotics to Increase Self-Efficacy in STEM (THU 9:00–9:45, Chicago C)


Christensen, Kristine

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from Basque Region Study Tour (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Collins, Camille

Pathways to Inclusion: Empowering Educators in Accessibility Strategies (WED 11:15–Noon, Van Horn AB)


Conrad, Brad

STEM Collaborations with Advanced Manufacturers and Industry (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Consani, Angela

Empowering Students and Workforce: The Role of Microcredentials in Today's Education Landscape (THU 8:00–8:45, Empire A)

SIG: Beyond the InnovATEBIO Summit: The Midwest Bio Ecosystem and InnovATEBIO Future Plans (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago AB)


Contreras Springer, Elysia

POSTER: Developing High-Demand Workforce Skills at the Intersection of Art and Industry (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Corkhill, Kristin

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


Cossette, Mel

What Is ABET Technology Accreditation and How Can It Benefit Two-year Faculty and Programs (THU 9:00–9:45, New York A)

WORKSHOP: Using Arduino Microcontrollers in the Classroom (MON 8:30–Noon, Chouteau A)


Cotner, Hope

WORKSHOP: Necessary Skills Now: Integrating Technical and Employability Skills (TUE 1:00–4:30, Empire C)

Enhancing Employability Skills Across Disciplines (WED 2:15–3:00, New York A)

POSTER: Using Cross-Disciplinary Instruction to “Future-Proof” Students (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Business and Industry Leadership Team Implementation Models (THU 8:00–8:45, Chouteau)


Craft, Elaine

A New NSF ATE Solicitation! 2024 Changes, Funding Opportunities and Help with Proposal Development (WED 11:15–Noon, New York B)


Cruz, Ben

Track 3: Consortia for Innovations in Technician Education—Unwinding Consortia Grant Opportunities (WED 2:15–3:00, Chouteau)


Culler, Ron

Cybersecurity and the Workforce: Preparing for the Future (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago C)


Darden, Danny

POSTER: Reducing Barriers to IT Technician Education (RBITTE) (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Davidchik, Daniel

POSTER: Hands-On Mechatronics in High Schools (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Davis, Mike

ATE Program Officers Discuss Funding Opportunities for Two-Year Institutions (THU 9:00–9:45, Chicago AB)

Scholarships for ATE Students (THU 3:45–4:30, New York B)


Decker, Robert

NEATEC Offerings and Introduction to the Vacuum and Plasma Process Operator Trainer (VAPPOR) Tool (THU 2:45–3:30, Empire C)


Delahanty, Christine

WORKSHOP: NSF ATE Mock Panel Review (TUE 8:30–Noon, Empire AB)

Pathways into Credit Programs from Non-Credit Certification Programs (WED 3:45–4:30, Empire C)

ATE Program Officers Discuss Funding Opportunities for Two-Year Institutions (THU 9:00–9:45, Chicago AB)

Gender-Based Comparison of Creative Self-Efficacy and Mindset of Undergraduate Engineering Students (THU 1:45–2:30, Empire C)

The Future Direction of ATE: A Discussion with NSF Program Officers & Community (FRI 9:00–11:00, New York)


Delgado, Antonio

Business and Industry Leadership Team Implementation Models (THU 8:00–8:45, Chouteau)

Best Practices and Lessons Learned from Developing an AI Degree (THU 11:15–Noon, Van Horn AB)


Dennis, Chris

SIG: Next Generation Manufacturing SIG (TUE 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)

POSTER: Reducing Barriers to IT Technician Education (RBITTE) (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


DeWitt, Emery

WORKSHOP: PI 101: Providing Answers to ATE Questions That You Were Afraid to Ask—or Didn’t Know to Ask (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)


DiNoto, Vincent A. Jr.

Benefits of International Collaboration and Travel (THU 8:00–8:45, Empire C)


Durham, Aimee

Partnering with ATEs, Industry, and Manufacturing Innovation Institutes to Develop Microcredentials (THU 10:15–11:00, Chouteau)


Elliott, Robert

Revolutionizing Electric Vehicle Education for Service and Manufacturing Technicians (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire C)


English, Patrick

Track 3: Consortia for Innovations in Technician Education—Unwinding Consortia Grant Opportunities (WED 2:15–3:00, Chouteau)


Falk, Darrin

POSTER: Empowering the Workforce: Custom PLC and Electrical Training Tools in Action (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Revolutionizing Workforce Training: Portable PLC and Electrical Trainers for Industry (THU 3:45–4:30, Empire A)


Farr, Lacy

VR: the Good, Bad, and Ugly—Findings from a Hybrid Diesel Program (WED 2:15–3:00, Empire B)


Ferrell, Victoria

POSTER: Engaging K-12 Teachers to Help Build a Cybersecurity Workforce Pipeline (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Fife, Jason

Identifying and Placing Our Hidden Talent (THU 2:45–3:30, Chicago AB)


Fletcher, Linnea

SIG: Beyond the InnovATEBIO Summit: The Midwest Bio Ecosystem and InnovATEBIO Future Plans (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago AB)

InnovATEBIO Updates: Hub Activity, Summit, Workforce Report, and State Teams (WED 11:15–Noon, Chicago C)


Flynn, Eric

POSTER: Student Research Projects for Advanced Manufacturing (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Fox, Sharon

POSTER: Developing High-Demand Workforce Skills at the Intersection of Art and Industry (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Fronczek, Lisa

Skills for Tomorrow’s Careers: Manufacturing USA (THU 11:15–12:00, Chicago AB)


Gale, Marci

WORKSHOP: Necessary Skills Now: Integrating Technical and Employability Skills (TUE 1:00–4:30, Empire C)

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from German Study Tour (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago AB)

Industry Partnerships to the Rescue: Filling the Growing CTE Instructor Shortages (THU 8:00–8:45, New York A)


Galetta, Laura

Enhancing Technology Skills via Remote Labs, Industry, and Education Partnerships (WED 1:15–2:00, Empire B)


Geer, Robert

Silicon Electronic-Photonic Integrated Circuit (EPIC) Training for Community College Faculty (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire C)

NEATEC Offerings and Introduction to the Vacuum and Plasma Process Operator Trainer (VAPPOR) Tool (THU 2:45–3:30, Empire C)


Ghrear, Samar

S-Success T-Teamwork E-Engagement M-Motivation for STEM Students (THU 1:45–2:30, New York B)


Gibson, Alex

Hearts of Gelatin: Biomanufacturing Work-Based Learning Simulations (THU 8:00–8:45, Van Horn AB)


Gibson, Philip

Is It Worth It? (WED 3:45-4:30, Chicago AB)


Gladso, Olle

Faculty Perspective on Colleges Working Together to Improve Student Outcomes (THU 11:15–Noon, New York B)


Gooby, Phillipe

POSTER: Multi-spectral Images Database for Precision Agriculture and Agronomy Applications in North Georgia (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Gray, Zachary

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)

Utilizing Low-Cost Hands-on and Remote Activities for Recruitment and Education (THU 10:15–11:00, Van Horn AB)


Griffin, Julie

Effective Industry and Student Engagement with Speed Networking (WED 10:15–11:00, Benton)

Industry Bridge to Faculty (IB2F): Hiring SMEs to Teach and Share Their Know-How (THU 11:15–Noon, Chicago C)


Guerra Hahn, Marcelo

Using ChatGPT as a Teaching Assistant (THU 10:15–11:00, New York B)


Gusky, Sharon

Supporting the Development of Technical Courses in a Comprehensive High School (WED 2:15–3:00, Van Horn AB)


Hammond, Robin

Skills for Tomorrow’s Careers: Manufacturing USA (THU 11:15–12:00, Chicago AB)


Hansford, Paul

Designing the Future of Work: How to Build a Data Analytics Pathway to Fill High-Demand Jobs (WED 2:15–3:00, Empire C)


Hartmann, Richard

Using the BeagleBone Black and Node-RED to Teach IIoT Concepts (THU 3:45–4:30, Empire C)


Heckman, David

Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago AB)


Herndon, Justin

Integrating Work-Based Learning into an Existing HVAC Program: A Co-Op Approach (WED 3:45–4:30, Benton)


Hill, Vanessa

POSTER: STEM Student Success Plan for Developmental Math Courses (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Hobbs, Joseph

Data Intelligence: Solving Modern Data Problems (THU 2:45–3:30, Empire A)


Hodges, Greg

Community Colleges: Economic Engines for Manufacturing Growth (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago AB)


Hubbard, Zack

Partnering with ATEs, Industry, and Manufacturing Innovation Institutes to Develop Microcredentials (THU 10:15–11:00, Chouteau)


Hveem, Josh

BILT-ing a Data Analytics Technician Program from the Ground Up (WED 3:45–4:30, New York B)


Ingersoll, Susan

Transforming the Biotechnology Internship Experience to Empower Students and Promote Program Growth (THU 9:00–9:45, Empire B)


Irvine, Ashley

Enhancing the Workforce Pipeline Through Apprenticeships and Microcredentials (THU 2:45–3:30, Van Horn AB)


Jahnke, Douglas

POSTER: Establishing a PLC and Robotic Automation Technician Training Certificate Program (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Janke, Christopher

POSTER: Building Career Pathways in Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems for Active Military and Veterans (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Johnson, Ann

Benefits of International Collaboration and Travel (THU 8:00–8:45, Empire C)


Johnson, Christy

Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago AB)


Johnson, Gabrielle

POSTER: How Friendly Is Your Dog? An Authentic Research Project That Increases Awareness of Biotechnology (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Johnson, Marlene

S-Success T-Teamwork E-Engagement M-Motivation for STEM Students (THU 1:45–2:30, New York B)


Jones, Christina

STEM Collaborations with Advanced Manufacturers and Industry (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)

Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago AB)


Jones, Kyle

Faculty Externship Project (WED 10:15–11:00, New York B)


Karichev, Nadia

Adversarial Thinking (WED 1:15–2:00, Van Horn AB)

POSTER: Incorporating Adversarial Thinking Into the Local Workforce via Hands-on Learning Experiences (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Kasun, Bryan

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from German Study Tour (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago AB)


Kazarinoff, Peter

Dissemination Through Publication—For Free Through J ATE! (WED 1:15–2:00, Chouteau)


Keesler, Amy

STEM Collaborations with Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Kent, Alison

UDL in Action: Accessible STEM Learning from AccessATE and CAST (THU 2:45–3:30, Chouteau)


Kepner, Greg

WORKSHOP: Using Arduino Microcontrollers in the Classroom (MON 8:30–Noon, Chouteau A)


Khan, Ahmed

Web-Based Simulation and Remote Access Visualization Tools for Engineering and Technology Curricula (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire A)


Khan, Khursheed

POSTER: Trained Manpower for Construction Industry (Emerging Trends) (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Kien, Sothy

Transforming the Biotechnology Internship Experience to Empower Students and Promote Program Growth (THU 9:00–9:45, Empire B)


Kinnaird, Eugene

IT Internship Programs: Too Much Too Soon vs. Too Little Too Late (THU 1:45–2:30, Empire B)


Labrie, Josh

WORKSHOP: Understanding the Cloud: A Virtual Tour and Discussion of Data Center Operations (TUE 1:00–4:30, Chouteau A)

Leveraging Professional Learning to Integrate Emerging Technologies into Teaching Practice (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire B)


Lampe, Shawn

Unveiling the Benefits of a Combined Networking/Computer Support Capstone Course (THU 11:15–Noon, Benton)


Lange, Donna

Classroom Stories: Applying UDL Principles for Deaf and ALL Students (THU 11:15–Noon, Empire A)


Laven, Doug

Launching My New NSF Project (WED 10:15-11:00, Chouteau)

POSTER: Hands-On Mechatronics in High Schools (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Lawrence, Cynthia

Industry Bridge to Faculty (IB2F): Hiring SMEs to Teach and Share Their Know-How (THU 11:15–Noon, Chicago C)


Lefler, Mason

BILT-ing a Data Analytics Technician Program from the Ground Up (WED 3:45–4:30, New York B)

Redeveloping Automated Manufacturing Programs with a Focus on Troubleshooting Skill Development (THU 10:15–11:00, Benton)


Leiva, Conrad

Scalable Smart Manufacturing Workforce Development Community Model with VR/Digital Twin Technologies (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago C)

Skills for Tomorrow’s Careers: Manufacturing USA (THU 11:15–Noon, Chicago AB)

An Easier Path to Smart Manufacturing Skills in the Workforce (THU 1:45–2:30, Chicago AB)


Leung, Karen

Effective Industry and Student Engagement with Speed Networking (WED 10:15–11:00, Benton)

Dissemination Through Publication—For Free Through J ATE! (WED 1:15–2:00, Chouteau)

POSTER: Building Inclusive Labs: A Collaborative Approach to Work-Based Learning (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

A Tool to Foster Transparency in Work-Based Learning (THU 9:00–9:45, Empire C)


Lewis, Becky

Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago AB)


Lewis, James

POSTER: Building Inclusive Labs: A Collaborative Approach to Work-Based Learning (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Lewis, Matthew

Partnering with Industry to Deliver IOT Curriculum for IT and Advanced Manufacturing (WED 3:45–4:30, Chouteau)


Liddicoat, Scott

CREATE’s Greatest Hits: Energize Your Educational Program (WED 11:15–Noon, Benton)


Logan, Russell

POSTER: Multi-spectral Images Database for Precision Agriculture and Agronomy Applications in North Georgia (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Lonon, Justin

Community Colleges: Economic Engines for Manufacturing Growth (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago AB)


LoRe, Sondra

Are Your Surveys Serving Your Project? Find Out (Traditional Pre-Post vs Retrospective Surveys) (WED 1:15–2:00, Benton)


Lucas, Scott

Partnering with Industry to Deliver IOT Curriculum for IT and Advanced Manufacturing (WED 3:45–4:30, Chouteau)

Re-visioning and Implementing a Precision Machining Manufacturing Program (THU 11:15–Noon, Empire C)


Luthi, Kimberly

POSTER: Building Career Pathways in Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems for Active Military and Veterans (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Harnessing the Power of Peer Support to Empower Veterans in Online Engineering Courses (THU 10:15–11:00, Empire B)


Lyon, Chase

WORKSHOP: Building Mobile Apps to Build a Pathway to STEM and Coding (MON 8:30–Noon, Van Horn)


Mahmood, Azhar

POSTER: Trained Manpower for Construction Industry (Emerging Trends) (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Malkan, Priti

WORKSHOP: Prompt Engineering: Interacting with Generative AI Tools (MON 1:00–4:30, Chouteau A)


Malkan, Rajiv

WORKSHOP: Prompt Engineering: Interacting with Generative AI Tools (MON 1:00–4:30, Chouteau A)


Mandell, Tamara

A Model for Introducing cGMP Competencies for (Bio)Industry Careers (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago C)


Maritato, Pete

Enhancing Technology Skills via Remote Labs, Industry, and Education Partnerships (WED 1:15–2:00, Empire B)


Marshall, Valerie

Demystifying Evaluation in ATE: Ask Us Anything (THU 2:45–3:30, New York A)


Martin, Sidney

Built! A Statewide Seamless Engineering Technology AS-to-BS Pathway to PE (THU 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)


Martin, Tommy

Exposing Biases in Content Delivery Using AI (THU 3:45–4:30, Chouteau)


Masciantonio, Lisa

STEM Collaborations with Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Matthes, Nick

Creating an Industry-Recognized Energy Storage Certification Credential (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago C)

Mobile Solar Training Labs: Making Technical Solar Training Relevant and Accessible (THU 8:00–8:45, Empire B)


Mays, Ken

Track 3: Consortia for Innovations in Technician Education—Unwinding Consortia Grant Opportunities (WED 2:15–3:00, Chouteau)

POSTER: Developing an Electric Vehicle Workforce (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


McClendon, Jyrece

Exposing Biases in Content Delivery Using AI (THU 3:45–4:30, Chouteau)


McGlew, Thomas

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


McInory, Megan

Identifying and Placing Our Hidden Talent (THU 2:45–3:30, Chicago AB)


McIntire, Dorian

WORKSHOP: Arduino Unleashed: Explore Automation, Sensors, and More Using the Arduino Controller (MON 1:00–4:30, Chouteau B)


McIntyre, Louis F. Sr.

WORKSHOP: PI 101: Providing Answers to ATE Questions That You Were Afraid to Ask—or Didn’t Know to Ask (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)


McRae, Michelle

Exposing Biases in Content Delivery Using AI (THU 3:45–4:30, Chouteau)


Meck, Shawn

Leveraging the BILT Model to Inform Regional Curriculum and the Creation of Competency-Based Badges (THU 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Meeder, Hans

Leadership 360: Lead Yourself to Lead Others (WED 1:15–2:00, Empire A)

The Power of Aptitudes-Based Career Exploration to Enhance Student Placement and Retention (THU 2:45–3:30, Empire B)


Meers, Matt

POSTER: Developing High-Demand Workforce Skills at the Intersection of Art and Industry (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Michelen, Abraham

Silicon Electronic-Photonic Integrated Circuit (EPIC) Training for Community College Faculty (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire C)

NEATEC Offerings and Introduction to the Vacuum and Plasma Process Operator Trainer (VAPPOR) Tool (THU 2:45–3:30, Empire C)


Middleton, Tymeeka

Skills for Tomorrow’s Careers: Manufacturing USA (THU 11:15–12:00, Chicago AB)


Milgram, Donna

How to Create an Equitable Workplace for Female Automotive Students (THU 10:15–11:00, Empire C)


Miller, Chris

Connecting K-12 Educators and Students to the Clean Energy Workforce Opportunity and Training (THU 9:00–9:45, Benton)


Mintz, Candy

POSTER: Bioscience Data Acquisition and Analysis Technician Certificate of Achievement (BioDAATA) (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Mohn, Shannon

Faculty Perspective on Colleges Working Together to Improve Student Outcomes (THU 11:15–Noon, New York B)


Mooney, Douglas Jr

Supporting the Development of Technical Courses in a Comprehensive High School (WED 2:15–3:00, Van Horn AB)

POSTER: Using Quadcopter Competitions to Engage Students (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Moore, Laura

Play Your Way to Proficiency: Unlock Learning Potential Using Game-based Approaches (WED 3:45–4:30, Van Horn AB)

Biomanufacturing, Research and Technical Training: Where Industry and Education Meet (THU 2:45–3:30, New York B)


Mourousas, Gabrielle

STEM Collaborations with Advanced Manufacturing and Industry (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Muller, Jerry

Launching My New NSF Project (WED 10:15–11:00, Chouteau)


Muller, Jerry

SIG: Next Generation Manufacturing SIG (TUE 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)

Business and Industry Leadership Teams for Advanced Manufacturing Programs (WED 11:15–Noon, Chicago AB)

POSTER: Hands-On Mechatronics in High Schools (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Mullett, Gary

Transitioning Curricula to Embrace Industry 4.0 and Support Advanced Manufacturing (THU 9:00–9:45, New York B)


Newberry, Deb

Micro Fluidics or Lab on a Chip: A Multidisciplinary Concept (WED 10:15–11:00, Van Horn AB)


Niday, Tracy

POSTER: How Friendly Is Your Dog? An Authentic Research Project That Increases Awareness of Biotechnology (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Noberto, Bobby

Contextualized Math for Technician Education in Welding (THU 1:45–2:30, Van Horn AB)


O'Brien, Shawn

Creating an Industry-Recognized Energy Storage Certification Credential (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago C)


Olander, Keith

Technical Applications in Agriculture: Training Secondary Teachers in Articulated Curriculum (WED 2:15–3:00, Empire A)


Olawoyin, Richard

What Is ABET Technology Accreditation and How Can It Benefit Two-year Faculty and Programs (THU 9:00–9:45, New York A)


Orndorf, Hayley

Developing Modules for Bioindustrial Manufacturing Workforce Readiness (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire A)

Top Ten or So Accessibility Tips for Digital Documents (THU 3:45–4:30, New York A)


Osborne, Kevin

Leveraging the BILT Model to Inform Regional Curriculum and the Creation of Competency-Based Badges (THU 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Owens, Kalyn

Pathways into Credit Programs from Non-Credit Certification Programs (WED 3:45–4:30, Empire C)

ATE Program Officers Discuss Funding Opportunities for Two-Year Institutions (THU 9:00–9:45, Chicago AB)

The Future Direction of ATE: A Discussion with NSF Program Officers & Community (FRI 9:00–11:00, New York)


Owens, Robert

Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Opportunities and Challenges (WED 10:15–11:00, New York A)

Cybersecurity and the Workforce: Preparing for the Future (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago C)

Demystifying IT Pathways (THU 3:45–4:30, Van Horn AB)


Ozgur Cakmak, Atilla

Web-Based Simulation and Remote Access Visualization Tools for Engineering and Technology Curricula (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire A)


Paik, Seung Joon

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


Pattison, Cara

Identifying and Placing Our Hidden Talent (THU 2:45–3:30, Chicago AB)


Pauley, Doug

Business and Industry Leadership Teams for Advanced Manufacturing Programs (WED 11:15–Noon, Chicago AB)

POSTER: Converting Non-Credit Workshops to a 12-Credit Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology Certificate (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Converting Non-Credit Workshops to a 12-Credit Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology Certificate (WED 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Perez, Luis

Web Accessibility 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Achieve It (WED 1:15–2:00, New York A)

UDL in Action: Accessible STEM Learning from AccessATE and CAST (THU 2:45–3:30, Chouteau)


Perkins, Paul

Scalable Smart Manufacturing Workforce Development Community Model with VR/Digital Twin Technologies (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago C)

An Easier Path to Smart Manufacturing Skills in the Workforce (THU 1:45–2:30, Chicago AB)


Petruzzella, Louise

Developing Modules for Bioindustrial Manufacturing Workforce Readiness (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire A)


Phillips, Jason

S-Success T-Teamwork E-Engagement M-Motivation for STEM Students (THU 1:45–2:30, New York B)


Pleil, Matthias

POSTER: The University of New Mexico Two-Year Technician Student Undergraduate Research Experience in Microfabrication (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Potthast, Craig

POSTER: Converting Non-Credit Workshops to a 12-Credit Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology Certificate (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Converting Non-Credit Workshops to a 12-Credit Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology Certificate (WED 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Prabhakar, Savita

POSTER: Building a Cell and Gene Therapy Workforce in Maryland’s I-270 Biotech Corridor (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Presley, David

Beyond the Hype: Extended Reality (XR) Challenges and Opportunities in Technician Education (WED 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)


Purvis, Jenni

Partnering with Industry to Deliver IOT Curriculum for IT and Advanced Manufacturing (WED 3:45–4:30, Chouteau)


Read, Russ

SIG: Beyond the InnovATEBIO Summit: The Midwest Bio Ecosystem and InnovATEBIO Future Plans (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago AB)

POSTER: BETA Skills (Biomedical Emerging Technology Applications): Overview and Conclusion (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Industry Bridge to Faculty (IB2F): Hiring SMEs to Teach and Share Their Know-How (THU 11:15–Noon, Chicago C)


Renegar, Eric

Faculty Externship Project (WED 10:15–11:00, New York B)


Riobe, Fabiola

Enhancing the Workforce Pipeline Through Apprenticeships and Microcredentials (THU 2:45–3:30, Van Horn AB)


Riordan, McKenna

POSTER: Multi-spectral Images Database for Precision Agriculture and Agronomy Applications in North Georgia (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Ritter, Brian

Insights and Highlights from a Week on the Mississippi (THU 1:45–2:30, Chouteau)


Robbins, Melissa

Pathways to Inclusion: Empowering Educators in Accessibility Strategies (WED 11:15–Noon, Van Horn AB)


Robinson, Linda

Leveraging the BILT Model to Inform Regional Curriculum and the Creation of Competency-Based Badges (THU 10:15–11:00, Chicago AB)


Rodriguez, Juan

10 Strategies for Engaging YOUR Students for Success (WED 2:15–3:00, New York B)

Faculty Professional Development in Culturally Responsive STEM Education (THU 1:45–2:30, Empire A)


Rojas, Octavio

The Education Continuum: An Inclusive Methodology for Introducing Students to Technical Education (THU 11:15–Noon, New York A)


Rosenzweig, Amanda

Developing Modules for Bioindustrial Manufacturing Workforce Readiness (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire A)

Top Ten or So Accessibility Tips for Digital Documents (THU 3:45–4:30, New York A)


Ruegg, Bryony

A Model for Introducing cGMP Competencies for (Bio)Industry Careers (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago C)


Russell, Chris

Leveraging Professional Learning to Integrate Emerging Technologies into Teaching Practice (WED 11:15–Noon, Empire B)

Fostering Divergent and Creative Thinking in Technician Education Through Structured Ideation (THU 8:00–8:45, New York B)


Salcedo, Eduardo

Best Practices and Lessons Learned from Developing an AI Degree (THU 11:15–Noon, Van Horn AB)


Samanta, Sam

Smart Systems HyFlex Workforce for Ecosystem of Small Medium Enterprises, ManufacturingUSA, CHIPS (WED 11:15–Noon, New York A)


Saravade, Vishal

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


Sauter, Mike

Best Practices in Teaching Student Veterans with Hearing Loss (WED 3:45–4:30, Empire A)


Saxton, Richard

How to Create an Equitable Workplace for Female Automotive Students (THU 10:15–11:00, Empire C)


Schwabenbauer, Albert

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


Seidman, Lisa

The Needed Math Project: Promoting Student Success in Manufacturing Workplaces (THU 3:45–4:30, Empire B)


Senn, Savanah

POSTER: Advancements in Agriculture Plant Science at Los Angeles Pierce College (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Servin, Christian

Adversarial Thinking (WED 1:15–2:00, Van Horn AB)

POSTER: Incorporating Adversarial Thinking Into the Local Workforce via Hands-on Learning Experiences (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Sewell, Richard

Fostering Divergent and Creative Thinking in Technician Education Through Structured Ideation (THU 8:00–8:45, New York B)


Shirley, Treylor

Utilizing Low-Cost Hands-on and Remote Activities for Recruitment and Education (THU 10:15–11:00, Van Horn AB)


Shoemaker, Joel

CREATE’s Greatest Hits: Energize Your Educational Program (WED 11:15–Noon, Benton)


Short, Rebecca

Revolutionizing Electric Vehicle Education for Service and Manufacturing Technicians (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire C)


Siekkinen, Jim

POSTER: Developing an Electric Vehicle Workforce (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Silvers, Pamela

WORKSHOP: PI 101: Providing Answers to ATE Questions That You Were Afraid to Ask—or Didn’t Know to Ask (MON 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)

10 Strategies for Engaging YOUR Students for Success (WED 2:15–3:00, New York B)


Singer, Thomas

What Is ABET Technology Accreditation and How Can It Benefit Two-year Faculty and Programs (THU 9:00–9:45, New York A)


Singh, Amit

Community Colleges: Economic Engines for Manufacturing Growth (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago AB)


Singletary, David

Leveraging Slack for Student Collaboration (THU 9:00–9:45, Empire A)


Slisz, Judith

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)


Slowinski, Mary

SIG: Working Partners Workshops (TUE 1:00–4:30, Empire AB)

Assessing and Evaluating Industry Partnerships: Who, What, How? (WED 2:15–3:00, Benton)


Smith, Sue

An Easier Path to Smart Manufacturing Skills in the Workforce (THU 1:45–2:30, Chicago AB)


Snyder, Gordon

Enhancing Technology Skills via Remote Labs, Industry, and Education Partnerships (WED 1:15–2:00, Empire B)


Starr, Justin

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from German Study Tour (WED 1:15–2:00, Chicago AB)


Stewart, Stephen

NEATEC Offerings and Introduction to the Vacuum and Plasma Process Operator Trainer (VAPPOR) Tool (THU 2:45–3:30, Empire C)


Sturner, Kelly

Bioenergy Case Studies from the Department of Energy for Community College Classrooms (WED 1:15–2:00, New York B)


Tewalt, Tim

POSTER: Empowering the Workforce: Custom PLC and Electrical Training Tools in Action (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Revolutionizing Workforce Training: Portable PLC and Electrical Trainers for Industry (THU 3:45–4:30, Empire A)


Trager, Brian

Classroom Stories: Applying UDL Principles for Deaf and ALL Students (THU 11:15–Noon, Empire A)


Utash, Sheree

Community Colleges: Economic Engines for Manufacturing Growth (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago AB)


Van Noy, Michelle

Survey Says: ATE and Economic Development Work Together! What Does It Look Like? (WED 3:45–4:30, Empire B)


VanIngen-Dunn, Caroline

Contextualized Math for Technician Education in Welding (THU 1:45–2:30, Van Horn AB)


Vaughn, Rick

Involving Diverse Students Including Veterans in STEM Education and Workforce (THU 8:00–8:45, Chicago AB)

Global Future of Work Snapshot: Replicable Practices from Basque Region Study Tour (THU 3:45–4:30, Chicago C)


Volzer, Deb

Community Colleges: Economic Engines for Manufacturing Growth (WED 2:15–3:00, Chicago AB)

Identifying and Placing Our Hidden Talent (THU 2:45–3:30, Chicago AB)


Waddoups, Jeffrey

Redeveloping Automated Manufacturing Programs with a Focus on Troubleshooting Skill Development (THU 10:15–11:00, Benton)


Walz, Ken

SIG: Convergence and Standardization Across RE and EV Disciplines (TUE 8:30–Noon, Chicago C)

SIG: Use of Aerial Drones for Solar Photovoltaic Site Assessment (TUE 1:00–4:30, Van Horn)

Creating an Industry-Recognized Energy Storage Certification Credential (WED 10:15–11:00, Chicago C)

Solar Photovoltaic, Energy Storage, and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure for College Campuses (THU 11:15–Noon, Empire B)

Creating a Solar Roadmap for Your School (THU 3:45–4:30, Benton)


Weaver, Billy

Embracing Artificial Intelligence for All Industries (WED 1:15–2:00, Empire C)


Webb, Josh

Beyond the Hype: Extended Reality (XR) Challenges and Opportunities in Technician Education (WED 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)

Enhancing Education: XR Simulations for Environmental Learning (THU 9:00–9:45, Van Horn AB)


Wehling, Misty

POSTER: How Friendly Is Your Dog? An Authentic Research Project That Increases Awareness of Biotechnology (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)


Welborn, Ken

Launching My New NSF Project (WED 10:15–11:00, Chouteau)


Wesley, Deanne

ChatGPT Unveiled: Revolutionizing Education and Industry (THU 1:45–2:30, Benton)


Wilkins, Mikaela

Redeveloping Automated Manufacturing Programs with a Focus on Troubleshooting Skill Development (THU 10:15–11:00, Benton)


Wilson Becho, Lyssa

Need an ATE Evaluator? Look No Further (WED 10:15–11:00, Empire B)

Demystifying Evaluation in ATE: Ask Us Anything (THU 2:45–3:30, New York A)


Wooldridge, Eric

Beyond the Hype: Extended Reality (XR) Challenges and Opportunities in Technician Education (WED 11:15–Noon, Chouteau)


Wosczyna-Birch, Karen

SIG: Next Generation Manufacturing SIG (TUE 1:00–4:30, Chicago C)

Business and Industry Leadership Teams for Advanced Manufacturing Programs (WED 11:15–Noon, Chicago AB)

POSTER: Student Research Projects for Advanced Manufacturing (WED 3:00–5:30, Exhibit Hall)

Diversity and the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce (THU 2:45–3:30, Chicago C)