ENGINEERING CHANGE Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:08:20 -0500 http://www.engineeringchangepodcast.com en-us © 2026 ENGINEERING CHANGE yes Support this Podcast 58bc7de8-b842-52f9-a150-66e9dfed0543 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson episodic false ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is the podcast designed to help REDEFINE engineering by: RE-imaging who we see as engineers and what we see as engineering; DE-siloing our approach to academic programs, research, and problem solving; and FINE-tuning organizational conditions so people with different backgrounds and perspectives can contribute fully to outcomes that serve all of society. It's about being just as intentional with our organizational systems as we are with solving any other problems in engineering; applying a carefully planned, iterative process that includes the stakeholders from problematization through ideation, evaluation and ultimately, selecting the best solutions. Each episode will leave you with something concrete you can do to better understand your system and move forward from wherever you are in the process of ENGINEERING CHΔNGE®.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) engineering, STEM, engineering education, STEM education, diversity, equity, inclusion, women in engineering, women in STEM, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, students with disabilities Dr. Yvette E. Pearson https://storage.buzzsprout.com/hmdymnf8dljdlexwd3n3jepnk3hh?.jpg ENGINEERING CHANGE http://www.engineeringchangepodcast.com Six Years and a Lotta Lattes Six Years and a Lotta Lattes Send us Fan Mail

Six years ago, ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® started with a simple idea: create the kind of conversation you might have over coffee with a colleague about the challenges—and opportunities—facing engineering and other STEM organizations.

In this season finale, my co-producer Quincy joins me behind the mic as we look back on six seasons of the podcast, the lessons  learned along the way, and what might be next for ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®. We discuss why I shifted to a solo format for Season 5, how the companion ebook Engineering for Society influenced the season's content, the realities of producing a podcast while balancing a demanding professional life, and why some of this season's most difficult conversations were also the most important.

We also explore how the podcast has evolved from a focus on engineering education to broader conversations about organizational systems, leadership, culture, technology, and change—and why listeners both inside and outside STEM continue to connect with these topics.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The origins of "Grab a Latte and Listen"
  • How ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® has evolved over six seasons
  • Why Season 5 shifted to a solo format
  • Lessons learned about balancing impact, perfectionism, and self-care
  • The emotional story behind What Systems Lose When Fear Leads
  • Why systemic challenges often appear in different forms but share common roots
  • How the Engineering for Society ebook helped shape Season 5
  • Possibilities for Season 6, including guest interviews, panel discussions, and research-to-practice conversations
  • Why your feedback will help shape the future of the podcast


I'd Love to Hear From You
What topics, guests, challenges, or conversations would be most valuable to you in Season 6?

Use the fan mail link in the show notes and let me know. Your feedback will help shape the next chapter of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®.

Resources
Request your FREE copy of the ebook, Engineering for Society at EngineeringChangePodcast.com

Support the show

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Six years ago, ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® started with a simple idea: create the kind of conversation you might have over coffee with a colleague about the challenges—and opportunities—facing engineering and other STEM organizations.

In this season finale, my co-producer Quincy joins me behind the mic as we look back on six seasons of the podcast, the lessons  learned along the way, and what might be next for ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®. We discuss why I shifted to a solo format for Season 5, how the companion ebook Engineering for Society influenced the season's content, the realities of producing a podcast while balancing a demanding professional life, and why some of this season's most difficult conversations were also the most important.

We also explore how the podcast has evolved from a focus on engineering education to broader conversations about organizational systems, leadership, culture, technology, and change—and why listeners both inside and outside STEM continue to connect with these topics.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The origins of "Grab a Latte and Listen"
  • How ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® has evolved over six seasons
  • Why Season 5 shifted to a solo format
  • Lessons learned about balancing impact, perfectionism, and self-care
  • The emotional story behind What Systems Lose When Fear Leads
  • Why systemic challenges often appear in different forms but share common roots
  • How the Engineering for Society ebook helped shape Season 5
  • Possibilities for Season 6, including guest interviews, panel discussions, and research-to-practice conversations
  • Why your feedback will help shape the future of the podcast


I'd Love to Hear From You
What topics, guests, challenges, or conversations would be most valuable to you in Season 6?

Use the fan mail link in the show notes and let me know. Your feedback will help shape the next chapter of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®.

Resources
Request your FREE copy of the ebook, Engineering for Society at EngineeringChangePodcast.com

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-19277729 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0500 2938 engineering leadership, organizational change, systems thinking, organizational culture, leadership development, STEM leadership, engineering management, change management, organizational effectiveness, engineering education 5 34 full false AI Can't Fix a Broken System AI Can't Fix a Broken System Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I take a systems-centered look at one of the biggest conversations happening across engineering organizations and society right now: AI.

While many organizations are focused on AI models, tools, productivity, and technical readiness, this episode explores a deeper question:

What happens when AI is introduced into systems that already struggle with communication gaps, lack of trust, inequitable processes, or flawed decision-making?

Drawing on examples from industry and recent research, we'll discuss:

• The disconnects AI adoption is exposing between leaders and employees
• How AI acts as an amplifier within organizational systems
• Why “human in the loop” must involve accountability, not just oversight
• How people-centered organizational systems shape AI outcomes
• Systems-level questions leaders should be asking before scaling AI adoption

I also introduce MESA® (Measure, Evaluate, Strategize, Act), a framework we use at The PEER Group to help organizations navigate change and continuous improvement.

If you’ve been thinking about AI primarily as a technology issue, this episode invites you to consider the organizational systems shaping what AI will ultimately produce.

Grab a latte and listen.

Request your free copy of the ebook Engineering for Society at engineeringchangepodcast.com.

If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I take a systems-centered look at one of the biggest conversations happening across engineering organizations and society right now: AI.

While many organizations are focused on AI models, tools, productivity, and technical readiness, this episode explores a deeper question:

What happens when AI is introduced into systems that already struggle with communication gaps, lack of trust, inequitable processes, or flawed decision-making?

Drawing on examples from industry and recent research, we'll discuss:

• The disconnects AI adoption is exposing between leaders and employees
• How AI acts as an amplifier within organizational systems
• Why “human in the loop” must involve accountability, not just oversight
• How people-centered organizational systems shape AI outcomes
• Systems-level questions leaders should be asking before scaling AI adoption

I also introduce MESA® (Measure, Evaluate, Strategize, Act), a framework we use at The PEER Group to help organizations navigate change and continuous improvement.

If you’ve been thinking about AI primarily as a technology issue, this episode invites you to consider the organizational systems shaping what AI will ultimately produce.

Grab a latte and listen.

Request your free copy of the ebook Engineering for Society at engineeringchangepodcast.com.

If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-19207050 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2444 AI, artificial intelligence, organizational change, systemic change, diffusion of innovation, feedback loops, engineering leadership, hiring bias, STEM leadership, academic leadership 5 33 full false The Myth of Meritocracy in Engineering The Myth of Meritocracy in Engineering Send us Fan Mail

Is engineering really a meritocracy?

We’re taught that hard work, strong performance, and clear metrics determine who advances. But what if the system isn’t as objective as it seems?

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I break down how “merit” is often interpreted, or even manufactured, not measured and how the systems we trust to evaluate performance can actully distort it.

In this episode:

  •  Why performance without context is incomplete and often misinterpreted.
  • How shifting standards and uneven scrutiny reshape who advances.
  • What happens when metrics become targets and start driving behavior instead of reflecting impact.

Through real-world examples - from internship decisions to NSF review panels - this episode reveals how evaluation systems can manufacture merit instead of measure it.

If you’ve ever questioned how decisions really get made in academia, engineering, or leadership, this conversation will change how you see performance, potential, and fairness.

Ask yourself:
Are we rewarding true impact, or just what’s easiest to measure?

Grab a latte and listen.


If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.


Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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Is engineering really a meritocracy?

We’re taught that hard work, strong performance, and clear metrics determine who advances. But what if the system isn’t as objective as it seems?

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I break down how “merit” is often interpreted, or even manufactured, not measured and how the systems we trust to evaluate performance can actully distort it.

In this episode:

  •  Why performance without context is incomplete and often misinterpreted.
  • How shifting standards and uneven scrutiny reshape who advances.
  • What happens when metrics become targets and start driving behavior instead of reflecting impact.

Through real-world examples - from internship decisions to NSF review panels - this episode reveals how evaluation systems can manufacture merit instead of measure it.

If you’ve ever questioned how decisions really get made in academia, engineering, or leadership, this conversation will change how you see performance, potential, and fairness.

Ask yourself:
Are we rewarding true impact, or just what’s easiest to measure?

Grab a latte and listen.


If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.


Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-18980578 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1600 engineering meritocracy, meritocracy myth, engineering leadership, performance evaluation, engineering careers, internships, STEM leadership, academic leadership, promotion and tenure, engineering culture, how merit is measured, performance vs potential, 5 32 full false There's No Such Thing as "Soft Skills" in Engineering There's No Such Thing as "Soft Skills" in Engineering Send us Fan Mail

Engineering outcomes don’t happen in isolation—and understanding how engineering systems and organizational systems shape those outcomes is critical for effective engineering leadership.

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I challenge one of the most persistent, misleading and, quite frankly, aggravating phrases in engineering: “soft skills.”

There is nothing soft about teamwork, communication, and other people-centered professional competencies that determine whether engineering work succeeds.

Using a systems lens, this episode examines how engineering outcomes are produced through interactions among people, across roles, and between organizations and the communities they serve. It also explores how narrow definitions of merit obscure the very contributions that hold teams, projects, and systems together. (More to come on this in Episode 32).

Through real-world examples and personal reflection, I make the case for eliminating the term “soft skills” altogether and replacing it with a more accurate understanding of what engineering work actually requires, and thus, what our organizations should recognize and value.

In this episode:

  •  Why the term “soft skills” fails to describe critical engineering capabilities 
  •  How people, relationships, and context shape engineering outcomes 
  •  What traditional definitions of merit overlook 
  •  Why expanding what we value strengthens engineering systems 


If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.


Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.



Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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Engineering outcomes don’t happen in isolation—and understanding how engineering systems and organizational systems shape those outcomes is critical for effective engineering leadership.

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I challenge one of the most persistent, misleading and, quite frankly, aggravating phrases in engineering: “soft skills.”

There is nothing soft about teamwork, communication, and other people-centered professional competencies that determine whether engineering work succeeds.

Using a systems lens, this episode examines how engineering outcomes are produced through interactions among people, across roles, and between organizations and the communities they serve. It also explores how narrow definitions of merit obscure the very contributions that hold teams, projects, and systems together. (More to come on this in Episode 32).

Through real-world examples and personal reflection, I make the case for eliminating the term “soft skills” altogether and replacing it with a more accurate understanding of what engineering work actually requires, and thus, what our organizations should recognize and value.

In this episode:

  •  Why the term “soft skills” fails to describe critical engineering capabilities 
  •  How people, relationships, and context shape engineering outcomes 
  •  What traditional definitions of merit overlook 
  •  Why expanding what we value strengthens engineering systems 


If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.


Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.



Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-18904306 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0500 858 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Engineering Change, Engineering Ch∆nge, engineering systems organizational systems engineering leadership engineering outcomes, soft skills 5 31 full false What Systems Lose When Fear Leads What Systems Lose When Fear Leads Send us Fan Mail

What happens to engineering systems when fear shapes the conditions under which people work, or are allowed to work?

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I examine how fear-driven decisions inside organizational systems can reshape their capacity to produce research, education, and societal outcomes, and not for the better.

Drawing from lived experience and patterns emerging across institutions, this conversation explores how organizational systems lose capacity, expertise, and knowledge when silence replaces truth and optics replace accuracy. 

This episode invites listeners to reflect on the often invisible organizational inputs that shape engineering outcomes and what leaders must be willing to see if our systems are to serve society effectively.

In this episode:

  • How fear reshapes organizational decision-making
  • What happens when systems lose people, knowledge, and capacity
  • Why engineering outcomes depend on organizational conditions
  • A “System Check” reflection for leaders responsible for engineering and research outcomes


If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.

Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.


Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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What happens to engineering systems when fear shapes the conditions under which people work, or are allowed to work?

In this episode of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®, I examine how fear-driven decisions inside organizational systems can reshape their capacity to produce research, education, and societal outcomes, and not for the better.

Drawing from lived experience and patterns emerging across institutions, this conversation explores how organizational systems lose capacity, expertise, and knowledge when silence replaces truth and optics replace accuracy. 

This episode invites listeners to reflect on the often invisible organizational inputs that shape engineering outcomes and what leaders must be willing to see if our systems are to serve society effectively.

In this episode:

  • How fear reshapes organizational decision-making
  • What happens when systems lose people, knowledge, and capacity
  • Why engineering outcomes depend on organizational conditions
  • A “System Check” reflection for leaders responsible for engineering and research outcomes


If this conversation resonates with you, follow ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® and leave a five-star review to help more engineers and leaders join the conversation.

Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.


Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-18812501 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0500 790 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, engineering change, engineering leadership, engineering systems, organizational systems, research, leadership, engineering culture, academic leadership, engineering management, systems thinking 5 30 full true REDEFINE Engineering REDEFINE Engineering Send us Fan Mail

ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® is Back!

If you checked out the reboot trailer, you know this season is more focused, more structured, and more intentional.

This episode is a reminder of the foundational framework for ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®...  REDEFINE.

REDEFINE helps us examine the dimensions of engineering work that shape outcomes:

  • RE-image who we see as engineers and what we see as engineering;
  • DE-silo our approach to academic programs, research, and problem solving; 
  • FINE-tune organizational conditions so people with different backgrounds and perspectives can contribute fully to outcomes that serve all of society.

Throughout this season, we’ll return to these three elements as we explore leadership, ethics, convergence, community engagement, and other aspects of our organizational systems. This episode lays the foundation and context for what's to come.

The System Check

This episode also introduces The System Check, a closing reflection you’ll hear each week.

It’s a structured pause to help you look more clearly at the system you’re operating in. This episode asks:

  • How is engineering defined in your context, by language, imagery, and context?
  • What conditions shape who is able to contribute meaningfully, and when?
  • How often do you step back to examine whether the system you’re part of is designed to support the outcomes it claims to value?

Because change begins with how clearly we see.

If You’re Glad ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® Is Back

  • Follow the show so you don’t miss the rest of the season.
  • Leave a 5-star rating and short written review; it helps other agents of change find the podcast.
  • Share this episode with a colleague who cares about strengthening engineering from the inside out.

Thanks for being part of this next chapter of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®!

Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Send us Fan Mail

ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® is Back!

If you checked out the reboot trailer, you know this season is more focused, more structured, and more intentional.

This episode is a reminder of the foundational framework for ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®...  REDEFINE.

REDEFINE helps us examine the dimensions of engineering work that shape outcomes:

  • RE-image who we see as engineers and what we see as engineering;
  • DE-silo our approach to academic programs, research, and problem solving; 
  • FINE-tune organizational conditions so people with different backgrounds and perspectives can contribute fully to outcomes that serve all of society.

Throughout this season, we’ll return to these three elements as we explore leadership, ethics, convergence, community engagement, and other aspects of our organizational systems. This episode lays the foundation and context for what's to come.

The System Check

This episode also introduces The System Check, a closing reflection you’ll hear each week.

It’s a structured pause to help you look more clearly at the system you’re operating in. This episode asks:

  • How is engineering defined in your context, by language, imagery, and context?
  • What conditions shape who is able to contribute meaningfully, and when?
  • How often do you step back to examine whether the system you’re part of is designed to support the outcomes it claims to value?

Because change begins with how clearly we see.

If You’re Glad ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® Is Back

  • Follow the show so you don’t miss the rest of the season.
  • Leave a 5-star rating and short written review; it helps other agents of change find the podcast.
  • Share this episode with a colleague who cares about strengthening engineering from the inside out.

Thanks for being part of this next chapter of ENGINEERING CH∆NGE®!

Visit the ENGINEERING CH∆NGE® podcast website to learn more and to request a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-18726395 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0600 1522 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, ENGINEERING CHΔNGE®, Leadership, Engineering, Teamwork, Organizatinal Behavior, Systems Thinking, Organizational Systems, Sociotechnical, Human-Centered Engineering, User-Centered Design, Convergence, Engineering for Society, STEM, 5 29 full false ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® Season 5 Trailer: The Work Continues ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® Season 5 Trailer: The Work Continues Send us Fan Mail

We're gearing up for the launch of Season 5 on Wednesday, February 25. We have a new format that builds more strongly than ever on our REDEFINE℠ framework and centers people-centered change in organizational systems. Check out this trailer to discover what we have in store!

Visit the ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® podcast website to learn more and to download a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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We're gearing up for the launch of Season 5 on Wednesday, February 25. We have a new format that builds more strongly than ever on our REDEFINE℠ framework and centers people-centered change in organizational systems. Check out this trailer to discover what we have in store!

Visit the ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® podcast website to learn more and to download a free copy of my new brief, Engineering for Society.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-18642156 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0600 341 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, ENGINEERING CHΔNGE®, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Leadership, Engineering, Leadership, Organizatinal Behavior, Systems Thinking, Organizational Systems, Sociotechnical, Human-Centered Engineering, User-Centered Design 5 trailer false NSF AGEP Alliances: Beacons for Equity in the STEM Professoriate Part II NSF AGEP Alliances: Beacons for Equity in the STEM Professoriate Part II Send us Fan Mail

 This is a continuation of our conversation from Episode 27, where we introduced  current and past participants in conversations about the National Science Foundation's Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) program. In this episode, we discussed the importance of institutional change and the scholars shared their advice for program officers and project leaders on programmatic strategies for advancing equity in the STEM professoriate and for new and prospective scholars on how to thrive as graduate students, postdoctoral scholars or early career faculty members.

Our guests include:

  • Dr. Luis De Jesus Baez, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo
  • Brianna Gonzalez, Integrative Neuroscience Ph.D. Candidate at Stony Brook University
  • Gretchen Johnson, Biology Ph.D. Candidate at Howard University
  • Diego Padilla-Garcia, Ph.D. Candidate in Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara
  • Dr. Lecia Robinson, Assistant Professor of Biology at Tuskegee University
  • Dr. Tammi Taylor, Assistant Professor of Biology at Jackson State University
  • Dr. Shavonn Whiten, Lead Scientist at Booz Allen Hamilton
  • Dr. Michael D. Whitt, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at California State University – San Luis Obispo


When you listen, please do these three (3) things for me:

  1. Take a moment to SUBSCRIBE, leave a 5-STAR RATING, a GREAT REVIEW, and SHARE with others.
  2. Follow me and #EngineeringChangePodcast  on Twitter.
  3. Visit engineeringchangepodcast.com for more information and to connect with me.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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 This is a continuation of our conversation from Episode 27, where we introduced  current and past participants in conversations about the National Science Foundation's Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) program. In this episode, we discussed the importance of institutional change and the scholars shared their advice for program officers and project leaders on programmatic strategies for advancing equity in the STEM professoriate and for new and prospective scholars on how to thrive as graduate students, postdoctoral scholars or early career faculty members.

Our guests include:

  • Dr. Luis De Jesus Baez, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo
  • Brianna Gonzalez, Integrative Neuroscience Ph.D. Candidate at Stony Brook University
  • Gretchen Johnson, Biology Ph.D. Candidate at Howard University
  • Diego Padilla-Garcia, Ph.D. Candidate in Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara
  • Dr. Lecia Robinson, Assistant Professor of Biology at Tuskegee University
  • Dr. Tammi Taylor, Assistant Professor of Biology at Jackson State University
  • Dr. Shavonn Whiten, Lead Scientist at Booz Allen Hamilton
  • Dr. Michael D. Whitt, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at California State University – San Luis Obispo


When you listen, please do these three (3) things for me:

  1. Take a moment to SUBSCRIBE, leave a 5-STAR RATING, a GREAT REVIEW, and SHARE with others.
  2. Follow me and #EngineeringChangePodcast  on Twitter.
  3. Visit engineeringchangepodcast.com for more information and to connect with me.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-11570379 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 01:00:00 -0500 2439 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Engineering Change, Podcast, NSF, AGEP, National Science Foundation, Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Dr. Luis De Jesus Baez, Brianna Gonzalez, Gretchen Johnson, Diego Padilla-Garcia, Dr. Lecia Robinson, Dr. Tammi Taylor, Dr. Shavonn White 4 28 full false NSF AGEP Alliances: Beacons for Equity in the STEM Professoriate Part I NSF AGEP Alliances: Beacons for Equity in the STEM Professoriate Part I Send us Fan Mail

The National Science Foundation’s (NSF's) Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) program funds teams of institutions that work together to identify, mitigate, and ultimately eradicate, systemic barriers to success for STEM faculty from racially and ethnically minoritized identities while studying, disseminating, and reproducing those strategies to produce large-scale, sustainable change.  

This episode features current and past participants in conversations about AGEP program impacts on their success. We discussed the importance of having strong mentoring networks at all stages of our journeys; they shared components of AGEP projects that have translated into professional practice and tangible outcomes for them; and we discussed how AGEP projects foster a sense of community that helps scholars succeed. 

Our guests include:

  • Dr. Luis De Jesus Baez, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo
  • Brianna Gonzalez, Integrative Neuroscience Ph.D. Candidate at Stony Brook University
  • Gretchen Johnson, Biology Ph.D. Candidate at Howard University
  • Diego Padilla-Garcia, Ph.D. Candidate in Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara
  • Dr. Lecia Robinson, Assistant Professor of Biology at Tuskegee University
  • Dr. Tammi Taylor, Assistant Professor of Biology at Jackson State University
  • Dr. Shavonn Whiten, Lead Scientist at Booz Allen Hamilton
  • Dr. Michael D. Whitt, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at California State University – San Luis Obispo


When you listen, please do these three (3) things for me:

  1. Take a moment to SUBSCRIBE, leave a 5-STAR RATING, a GREAT REVIEW, and SHARE with others.
  2. Follow me and #EngineeringChangePodcast  on Twitter.
  3. Visit engineeringchangepodcast.com for more information and to connect with me.

Support the show

ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

]]> Send us Fan Mail

The National Science Foundation’s (NSF's) Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) program funds teams of institutions that work together to identify, mitigate, and ultimately eradicate, systemic barriers to success for STEM faculty from racially and ethnically minoritized identities while studying, disseminating, and reproducing those strategies to produce large-scale, sustainable change.  

This episode features current and past participants in conversations about AGEP program impacts on their success. We discussed the importance of having strong mentoring networks at all stages of our journeys; they shared components of AGEP projects that have translated into professional practice and tangible outcomes for them; and we discussed how AGEP projects foster a sense of community that helps scholars succeed. 

Our guests include:

  • Dr. Luis De Jesus Baez, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo
  • Brianna Gonzalez, Integrative Neuroscience Ph.D. Candidate at Stony Brook University
  • Gretchen Johnson, Biology Ph.D. Candidate at Howard University
  • Diego Padilla-Garcia, Ph.D. Candidate in Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara
  • Dr. Lecia Robinson, Assistant Professor of Biology at Tuskegee University
  • Dr. Tammi Taylor, Assistant Professor of Biology at Jackson State University
  • Dr. Shavonn Whiten, Lead Scientist at Booz Allen Hamilton
  • Dr. Michael D. Whitt, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at California State University – San Luis Obispo


When you listen, please do these three (3) things for me:

  1. Take a moment to SUBSCRIBE, leave a 5-STAR RATING, a GREAT REVIEW, and SHARE with others.
  2. Follow me and #EngineeringChangePodcast  on Twitter.
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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-11483332 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 01:00:00 -0500 1898 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Engineering Change, Podcast, NSF, AGEP, National Science Foundation, Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Dr. Luis De Jesus Baez, Brianna Gonzalez, Gretchen Johnson, Diego Padilla-Garcia, Dr. Lecia Robinson, Dr. Tammi Taylor, Dr. Shavonn White 4 27 full false Soapbox: The Truth about ABET Soapbox: The Truth about ABET Send us Fan Mail

There are a lot of misconceptions about ABET, and this "Soapbox" episode sets out to correct some of them. In particular, we talk about opportunities to innovate in engineering curricula in a way that meets ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) criteria requirements and advances justice, equity, diversity and inclusion by teaching students to be more equitable and inclusive engineers. After an overview, we focus this episode on student outcomes related to communication and teams.

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There are a lot of misconceptions about ABET, and this "Soapbox" episode sets out to correct some of them. In particular, we talk about opportunities to innovate in engineering curricula in a way that meets ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) criteria requirements and advances justice, equity, diversity and inclusion by teaching students to be more equitable and inclusive engineers. After an overview, we focus this episode on student outcomes related to communication and teams.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-10387103 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 01:00:00 -0500 2606 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Quincy Alexander, ABET, communication, teams, teamwork, accreditation, student outcomes, justice, equity, diversity, inclusion 4 26 full false Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees (GRAD) with Dr. Marcus Huggans Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees (GRAD) with Dr. Marcus Huggans Send us Fan Mail

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Marcus Huggans, Executive Director of Client Relations for the National GEM Consortium. We speak about GEM's rich history in increasing the numbers of scholars from traditionally marginalized racial and ethnic identities earning degrees in STEM, the importance of mentoring and social capital, and the benefits of being part of the GEM family.

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This episode is a conversation with Dr. Marcus Huggans, Executive Director of Client Relations for the National GEM Consortium. We speak about GEM's rich history in increasing the numbers of scholars from traditionally marginalized racial and ethnic identities earning degrees in STEM, the importance of mentoring and social capital, and the benefits of being part of the GEM family.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-10215900 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0600 3654 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Marcus Huggans, The National GEM Consortium, Advanced Degrees, GRAD Lab, The PEER Group 4 25 full false Inclusive Engineering Outreach with Kathy Renzetti Inclusive Engineering Outreach with Kathy Renzetti Send us Fan Mail

This episode is a conversation with Kathy Renzetti, Executive Director of DiscoverE. Just in time for Engineers Week 2022, we speak about the need to remove barriers so ALL students have the opportunity to engage in engineering, the impacts of having STEM professionals engage in K-12 outreach, and flipping the script on the questions we ask regarding student success.

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This episode is a conversation with Kathy Renzetti, Executive Director of DiscoverE. Just in time for Engineers Week 2022, we speak about the need to remove barriers so ALL students have the opportunity to engage in engineering, the impacts of having STEM professionals engage in K-12 outreach, and flipping the script on the questions we ask regarding student success.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-10126325 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 01:00:00 -0600 3632 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Kathy Renzetti, DiscoverE, STEM, Outreach, K-12 4 24 full false Engineering Change - Season 4 Trailer Engineering Change - Season 4 Trailer Send us Fan Mail

It's been a while but we're back! We're gearing up for the launch of Season 4 on Wednesday, February 23. Check out this trailer to discover what we have in store!

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-10040369 Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:00:00 -0600 212 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Engineering, Engineering Education, Design Principles 4 trailer false Episode 23: Prescription for Change Episode 23: Prescription for Change Send us Fan Mail

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Terri W. Jackson, author of  "The Madness Within: The Journey of a Future Doctor" (as Terri L. Whitley) and her newest release, "Chocolate Covered Nut: The Journey Continues." We talk about her journey navigating STEM education at the undergraduate and graduate levels as a student with bipolar disorder; reconsidering how we define and describe "normal;" and how she has managed, and ultimately overcome, challenges in her career as a pharmacist. This conversation is for anyone who has concerns about their mental health - or that of others - and who is looking for strategies to succeed or to be a strong ally.

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This episode is a conversation with Dr. Terri W. Jackson, author of  "The Madness Within: The Journey of a Future Doctor" (as Terri L. Whitley) and her newest release, "Chocolate Covered Nut: The Journey Continues." We talk about her journey navigating STEM education at the undergraduate and graduate levels as a student with bipolar disorder; reconsidering how we define and describe "normal;" and how she has managed, and ultimately overcome, challenges in her career as a pharmacist. This conversation is for anyone who has concerns about their mental health - or that of others - and who is looking for strategies to succeed or to be a strong ally.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-8974590 Wed, 04 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0500 2942 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Terri Whitley Jackson, Mental Health, Bipolar Disorder, STEM Education, Pharmacy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion 3 23 full false Episode 22: The 50K Coalition Episode 22: The 50K Coalition Send us Fan Mail

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Kimberly Douglas of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), Clif Morgan of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Dr. Kathy DeerInWater of The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), and Dr. Roberta Rincon of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). We discuss their goal of graduating 50,000 diverse engineers annually by 2025 and how collective impact can bolster the success of change initiatives that are jointly led by different organizations. 

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This episode is a conversation with Dr. Kimberly Douglas of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), Clif Morgan of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Dr. Kathy DeerInWater of The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), and Dr. Roberta Rincon of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). We discuss their goal of graduating 50,000 diverse engineers annually by 2025 and how collective impact can bolster the success of change initiatives that are jointly led by different organizations. 

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-8899781 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2603 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Kimberly Douglas, Clif Morgan, Dr. Kathy DeerInWater, Dr. Roberta Rincon, NSBE, AISES, SWE, SHPE, Women In Engineering, BIPOC in Engineering 3 22 full false Episode 21: Equity and Inclusion in Organizational Leadership Episode 21: Equity and Inclusion in Organizational Leadership Send us Fan Mail

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Joel Ducoste, President of the Association for Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP). We cover a range of topics on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in STEM education and professional societies, including accountability for DEI in teaching, research, promotion, and tenure.

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This episode is a conversation with Dr. Joel Ducoste, President of the Association for Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP). We cover a range of topics on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in STEM education and professional societies, including accountability for DEI in teaching, research, promotion, and tenure.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-8823732 Wed, 07 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0500 3088 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Engineering Change, DEI, Dr. Joel Ducoste, AEESP, Association for Environmental Engineering and Science Professors, Equity, Diversity, Leadership, Promotion, Tenure 3 21 full false Episode 20: One Year of Engineering Change Episode 20: One Year of Engineering Change Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, we take a journey through Seasons 1 and 2, revisiting some of the many amazing moments we had with guests during our first year.   We went back to Episode 6 in Season 1 where we talked with undergraduate mechanical engineering student, Javian Pierson about our responsibility to support, mentor, and champion others. From Season 2, we revisited Episode 13 with Dr. Ann Gulley, where we discussed the need for diverse perspectives in standard setting. And from Episode 12 with BlackInEngineering.org, we delve into Dr. Cullen Buie's statement that failure to be inclusive in design and decision-making is literally life or death. 

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In this episode, we take a journey through Seasons 1 and 2, revisiting some of the many amazing moments we had with guests during our first year.   We went back to Episode 6 in Season 1 where we talked with undergraduate mechanical engineering student, Javian Pierson about our responsibility to support, mentor, and champion others. From Season 2, we revisited Episode 13 with Dr. Ann Gulley, where we discussed the need for diverse perspectives in standard setting. And from Episode 12 with BlackInEngineering.org, we delve into Dr. Cullen Buie's statement that failure to be inclusive in design and decision-making is literally life or death. 

We had a real-time phone call with one of the guests to get an update as we recorded this episode. Check it out to find out who it was and where they are now!

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-8750519 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0500 2003 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Javian Pierson, Dr. Ann Gulley, Dr. Cullen Buie, Southern University, Auburn University, The Logan Project, Black in Engineering 3 20 full false Engineering Change - Season 3 Trailer Engineering Change - Season 3 Trailer Send us Fan Mail

It's hard to believe we've wrapped up our first year of Engineering Change Podcast! We're gearing up for the launch of Season 3 on Wednesday, June 16. Check out this trailer to discover what we have in store!

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It's hard to believe we've wrapped up our first year of Engineering Change Podcast! We're gearing up for the launch of Season 3 on Wednesday, June 16. Check out this trailer to discover what we have in store!

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-8629009 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 23:00:00 -0500 193 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Engineering Education, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion 3 trailer false Episode 19: Lagniappe - Cracking the Research Code Episode 19: Lagniappe - Cracking the Research Code Send us Fan Mail

This episode is lagniappe (a little something extra) from Episode 12. In this conversation, Dr. Carlotta Berry, Dr. Audrey Bowden, and Dr. Cullen Bowie share insights from their experiences navigating the research funding and publication landscape as early career faculty. If you have ever wondered how folks get a foot in the door to get their first grants and how they amass publication numbers, you'll know after this.

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This episode is lagniappe (a little something extra) from Episode 12. In this conversation, Dr. Carlotta Berry, Dr. Audrey Bowden, and Dr. Cullen Bowie share insights from their experiences navigating the research funding and publication landscape as early career faculty. If you have ever wondered how folks get a foot in the door to get their first grants and how they amass publication numbers, you'll know after this.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-8018461 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0600 881 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Carlotta Berry, Dr. Audrey Bowden, Dr. Cullen Buie, Black in Engineering, NSF, NIH, Funding, Research, Publications, Early Career Faculty, Black Faculty, MSIs, HBCUs 2 19 bonus false Episode 18: Demystifying the Engineering Ph.D. with Dr. Monica F. Cox Episode 18: Demystifying the Engineering Ph.D. with Dr. Monica F. Cox Send us Fan Mail

Why get an engineering Ph.D.? You'll get some ideas from this episode! It is a continuation of our Season 1, Episode 4 conversation with Dr. Monica F. Cox. This time we dive into her book, Demystifying the Engineering Ph.D., to learn about people's motivations for and experiences in pursuing a Ph.D. in engineering, how this varies depending on work sector (industry versus academia), and how to emerge mentally and physically whole in the wake of challenges encountered in academia. 

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Why get an engineering Ph.D.? You'll get some ideas from this episode! It is a continuation of our Season 1, Episode 4 conversation with Dr. Monica F. Cox. This time we dive into her book, Demystifying the Engineering Ph.D., to learn about people's motivations for and experiences in pursuing a Ph.D. in engineering, how this varies depending on work sector (industry versus academia), and how to emerge mentally and physically whole in the wake of challenges encountered in academia. 

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-7645234 Wed, 10 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0600 2884 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Monica F. Cox, The Ohio State University, Engineering Education, Stop Playing Diversity, Demystifying the Engineering PhD, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Graduate School, Graduate Student, STEM, Faculty 2 18 full false Episode 17: You Ask, We Answer Episode 17: You Ask, We Answer Send us Fan Mail

Quincy and I are back for another Q&A episode in which we answer your questions! In this episode, we tackle questions about innovating to address diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering curricula while pointing to faculty and programs that are exemplars and the connections to ABET requirements. One thing we did not emphasize in our discussion of equitable and communication as part of an innovative curriculum, but should have, is that communication is not a one-way street that's focused on delivering content. It is very much multidirectional, involving information sharing amongst different groups at different levels in different ways.  We wrap up with discussions of how to challenge inequities without (or while) being perceived as a threat, and whether industry or academia should be at the forefront of driving change. 

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Quincy and I are back for another Q&A episode in which we answer your questions! In this episode, we tackle questions about innovating to address diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering curricula while pointing to faculty and programs that are exemplars and the connections to ABET requirements. One thing we did not emphasize in our discussion of equitable and communication as part of an innovative curriculum, but should have, is that communication is not a one-way street that's focused on delivering content. It is very much multidirectional, involving information sharing amongst different groups at different levels in different ways.  We wrap up with discussions of how to challenge inequities without (or while) being perceived as a threat, and whether industry or academia should be at the forefront of driving change. 

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-7510255 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0600 2625 Yvette E. Pearson, ABET, Engineering, Communication, Curriculum, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Illinois Institute of Technology, Weslynne Ashton, University of South Florida, Maya Trotz, University of San Diego, Odesma Dalrymple, Diana Chen, Donna Riley, 2 17 full false Episode 16: Soapbox - Signs, Symptoms and Diseases: Why Diversity Efforts Fail Episode 16: Soapbox - Signs, Symptoms and Diseases: Why Diversity Efforts Fail Send us Fan Mail

Why do many diversity efforts fail? Because they are DIVERSITY efforts. Like medications that deal only with symptoms, diversity efforts only address things at the surface and don't get at the roots to deal with the diseases that cause the inequities we see in engineering education and practice. 

Join me for this first "Soapbox" episode in which my co-producer and I draw upon recent events and share insights that delineate justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion along with strategies for shifting gears to focus on efforts that will lead to sustainable change.

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Why do many diversity efforts fail? Because they are DIVERSITY efforts. Like medications that deal only with symptoms, diversity efforts only address things at the surface and don't get at the roots to deal with the diseases that cause the inequities we see in engineering education and practice. 

Join me for this first "Soapbox" episode in which my co-producer and I draw upon recent events and share insights that delineate justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion along with strategies for shifting gears to focus on efforts that will lead to sustainable change.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-7269658 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0600 1916 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Quincy Alexander, Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Black Lives Matter, Capitol Riots, Inequities, Engineering Education 2 16 full false Episode 15: Hypervisible Invisibility #EngineeringWhileBlack with Dr. James Holly, Jr. and Chanel Beebe Episode 15: Hypervisible Invisibility #EngineeringWhileBlack with Dr. James Holly, Jr. and Chanel Beebe Send us Fan Mail

What does it mean to be hypervisible yet invisible? And how does that impact engineering education and the outcomes of engineering planning and design? In this episode, I speak with Dr. James Holly, Jr., Assistant Professor of Urban STEM Education at Wayne State University, and Chanel Beebe, Ph.D. Candidate in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University, and we answer those questions. In particular, we speak about how to make sure storytelling and listening are intentional in order to effect positive change.

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What does it mean to be hypervisible yet invisible? And how does that impact engineering education and the outcomes of engineering planning and design? In this episode, I speak with Dr. James Holly, Jr., Assistant Professor of Urban STEM Education at Wayne State University, and Chanel Beebe, Ph.D. Candidate in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University, and we answer those questions. In particular, we speak about how to make sure storytelling and listening are intentional in order to effect positive change.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-7060060 Wed, 30 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0600 3081 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. James Holly, Jr., Chanel Beebe, Hypervisible Invisibility, Storytelling, Tokenization, Trauma Porn, STEM, Engineering Education, Wayne State University, Purdue University 2 15 full false Episode 14: What does social justice have to do with engineering? with Dr. Donna Riley Episode 14: What does social justice have to do with engineering? with Dr. Donna Riley Send us Fan Mail

What does social justice have to do with engineering? This is one of the most disheartening questions I have ever heard. It would be bad enough if it came from someone in the general public; what made it terrifying is that it came from an engineer - a civil engineer. For all who are wondering, tune in for the answer.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Donna Riley, the Kamyar Haghighi Head of the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University, about a number of topics including: convergent research approaches for solving societal problems, connections between climate justice and  social justice, and how societal inequities translate to inequities in engineering education (and vice versa).

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What does social justice have to do with engineering? This is one of the most disheartening questions I have ever heard. It would be bad enough if it came from someone in the general public; what made it terrifying is that it came from an engineer - a civil engineer. For all who are wondering, tune in for the answer.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Donna Riley, the Kamyar Haghighi Head of the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University, about a number of topics including: convergent research approaches for solving societal problems, connections between climate justice and  social justice, and how societal inequities translate to inequities in engineering education (and vice versa).

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People with disabilities are often left out of conversations and initiatives that support diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a sizeable fraction of the US population having some type of disability, it is unfathomable and unfortunate that people often count us out when it comes to degrees and careers in engineering and other STEM fields.  There is an urgent need to RE-IMAGE who we see as engineers and FINE-TUNE our climate and culture, eradicating barriers to success for all students.

In this episode, I speak with Ann Gulley, Tutor Coordinator in the Ginn College of Engineering at Auburn University, about Process-Driven Math - her team's novel method of teaching and assessing mathematics in a way that reduces barriers for students with and without disabilities. We also spend a bit of time talking about very practical aspects of education such as how standards are (or should be) set and creating tutoring programs that are supportive of and that equitably engage students from all backgrounds and identities.

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People with disabilities are often left out of conversations and initiatives that support diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a sizeable fraction of the US population having some type of disability, it is unfathomable and unfortunate that people often count us out when it comes to degrees and careers in engineering and other STEM fields.  There is an urgent need to RE-IMAGE who we see as engineers and FINE-TUNE our climate and culture, eradicating barriers to success for all students.

In this episode, I speak with Ann Gulley, Tutor Coordinator in the Ginn College of Engineering at Auburn University, about Process-Driven Math - her team's novel method of teaching and assessing mathematics in a way that reduces barriers for students with and without disabilities. We also spend a bit of time talking about very practical aspects of education such as how standards are (or should be) set and creating tutoring programs that are supportive of and that equitably engage students from all backgrounds and identities.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-6645994 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 01:00:00 -0600 3502 Ann Gulley, The Logan Project, Logan Prickett, Process-Driven Math, PDM, Auburn University, Auburn University Montgomery, National Science Foundation, Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Rice University 2 13 full false Episode 12: Black in Engineering with Dr. Carlotta Berry, Dr. Audrey Bowden, and Dr. Cullen Buie Episode 12: Black in Engineering with Dr. Carlotta Berry, Dr. Audrey Bowden, and Dr. Cullen Buie Send us Fan Mail

The year 2020 has been unprecedented in a number of ways. Systemic racism has come to the forefront of society with global outcries for justice rarely seen, especially in recent years. Couple that with a pandemic that has adversely impacted millions globally - in terms of illnesses, deaths, job losses, education, and so much more - it's no wonder why so many people are #OVER2020.

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Carlotta Berry, a co-founder of BlackinEngineering.org,  and Dr. Audrey Bowden and Dr. Cullen Buie, two faculty members who led the development of the group's Call to Action for becoming an anti-racist university. We discuss many of the "hows" and "whys" of change and the life or death imperative for equity and inclusion in engineering research and problem solving, especially as related to Covid-19 and other global challenges.

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The year 2020 has been unprecedented in a number of ways. Systemic racism has come to the forefront of society with global outcries for justice rarely seen, especially in recent years. Couple that with a pandemic that has adversely impacted millions globally - in terms of illnesses, deaths, job losses, education, and so much more - it's no wonder why so many people are #OVER2020.

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Carlotta Berry, a co-founder of BlackinEngineering.org,  and Dr. Audrey Bowden and Dr. Cullen Buie, two faculty members who led the development of the group's Call to Action for becoming an anti-racist university. We discuss many of the "hows" and "whys" of change and the life or death imperative for equity and inclusion in engineering research and problem solving, especially as related to Covid-19 and other global challenges.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-6212839 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 01:00:00 -0600 4501 Dr. Cullen Buie, Dr. Carlotta Berry, Dr. Audrey Bowden, Black in Engineering 2 12 full false Episode 11: Unsticking the System with Mike McMeekin Episode 11: Unsticking the System with Mike McMeekin Send us Fan Mail

If 2020 has taught us nothing else, it has taught us flexibility, resilience, and that the concept of "normalcy" is fleeting.  While presenting huge challenges, 2020 has made it clear that change is possible. We've seen flexible modes of working that have reduced barriers for many, more widespread attention to systemic inequities and the need to eradicate them, and a heightened awareness of the societal impacts of engineering. This episode is a conversation with Mike McMeekin, Executive Director of Engineering Change Lab (ECL) USA. We speak at great length about insights shared at ECL-USA's Summit 9 focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) in engineering education and practice.  Grab a latte and listen to get takeaways you can put into action TODAY!

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If 2020 has taught us nothing else, it has taught us flexibility, resilience, and that the concept of "normalcy" is fleeting.  While presenting huge challenges, 2020 has made it clear that change is possible. We've seen flexible modes of working that have reduced barriers for many, more widespread attention to systemic inequities and the need to eradicate them, and a heightened awareness of the societal impacts of engineering. This episode is a conversation with Mike McMeekin, Executive Director of Engineering Change Lab (ECL) USA. We speak at great length about insights shared at ECL-USA's Summit 9 focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) in engineering education and practice.  Grab a latte and listen to get takeaways you can put into action TODAY!

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It's hard to believe we've wrapped up our first season of Engineering Change Podcast! We're gearing up for the launch of Season 2 on Wednesday, October 21.Check out this trailer to find out what we have in store!

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It's hard to believe we've wrapped up our first season of Engineering Change Podcast! We're gearing up for the launch of Season 2 on Wednesday, October 21.Check out this trailer to find out what we have in store!

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-5755936 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 01:00:00 -0500 135 2 trailer false Episode 10: Trailblazers: Engineering Change with Modern Figures Episode 10: Trailblazers: Engineering Change with Modern Figures Send us Fan Mail

This is the third of three (3) special episodes in which I joined forces with my colleagues Dr. Jeremy Waisome and Dr. Kyla McMullen at Modern Figures Podcast in Summer 2020. In this episode, we discuss how the desire to make a difference fueled our guests' passion and resulted in them UNINTENTIONALLY becoming TRAILBLAZERS in engineering and higher education. Our guests are: Dr. Stephanie G. Adams, Dean of the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at University of Texas at Dallas and 2019-20 President of the American Society for Engineering Education; Dr. Bevlee Watford, Associate Dean of Equity and Engagement in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech and 2017-18 President of the American Society for Engineering Education; and Dr. Reginald DesRoches, Provost at Rice University and National Academy of Engineering member.

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This is the third of three (3) special episodes in which I joined forces with my colleagues Dr. Jeremy Waisome and Dr. Kyla McMullen at Modern Figures Podcast in Summer 2020. In this episode, we discuss how the desire to make a difference fueled our guests' passion and resulted in them UNINTENTIONALLY becoming TRAILBLAZERS in engineering and higher education. Our guests are: Dr. Stephanie G. Adams, Dean of the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at University of Texas at Dallas and 2019-20 President of the American Society for Engineering Education; Dr. Bevlee Watford, Associate Dean of Equity and Engagement in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech and 2017-18 President of the American Society for Engineering Education; and Dr. Reginald DesRoches, Provost at Rice University and National Academy of Engineering member.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-5563723 Wed, 23 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0500 5362 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Stephanie G. Adams, Dr. Bevlee Watford, Dr. Reginald DesRoches, Dr. Kyla McMullen, Dr. Jeremy Waisome, Engineering Change, Modern Figures, Rice University, UT Dallas, Virginia Tech, Trailblazers, Higher Education, Leadership 1 10 bonus false Episode 9: Allyship in Action: Engineering Change with Modern Figures Episode 9: Allyship in Action: Engineering Change with Modern Figures Send us Fan Mail

This is the second of three (3) special episodes in which I joined forces with my colleagues Dr. Jeremy Waisome and Dr. Kyla McMullen at Modern Figures Podcast in Summer 2020. In this episode, we discuss the dos and don'ts of allyship with three women who have been strong allies for equity and inclusion for underrepresented people of color, women, and persons with disabilities in STEM for years. Our guests are: Dr. Amy E. Slaton, Professor of History at Drexel University; Dr. Colleen Lewis, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; and Dr. Claire Horner-Devine, Founder of Counterspace Consulting.

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This is the second of three (3) special episodes in which I joined forces with my colleagues Dr. Jeremy Waisome and Dr. Kyla McMullen at Modern Figures Podcast in Summer 2020. In this episode, we discuss the dos and don'ts of allyship with three women who have been strong allies for equity and inclusion for underrepresented people of color, women, and persons with disabilities in STEM for years. Our guests are: Dr. Amy E. Slaton, Professor of History at Drexel University; Dr. Colleen Lewis, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; and Dr. Claire Horner-Devine, Founder of Counterspace Consulting.

Grab a latte and listen to this lively, timely, and informative conversation!

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-5358298 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 01:00:00 -0500 3965 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Colleen Lewis, Dr. Amy Slaton, Dr. Claire Horner-Devine, Dr. Kyla McMullen, Dr. Jeremy Waisome, Engineering Change, Modern Figures, Allyship, Education, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Drexel University, UIUC, Counterspace Consult 1 9 bonus false Episode 8: Leading the Change: Engineering Change with Modern Figures Episode 8: Leading the Change: Engineering Change with Modern Figures Send us Fan Mail

This is the first of three (3) special episodes on which my colleagues Dr. Kyla McMullen and Dr. Jeremy Magruder Waisome at Modern Figures Podcast and I joined forces in Summer 2020. In this episode, we discuss actionable strategies toward change specifically focused on race and intersections with gender. Guests include: Dr. Renetta Garrison Tull, Vice Chancellor of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at UC Davis; Dr. Claudia Rankins, Program Director in the Human Resources Development Division at the National Science Foundation; Dr. Monica F. Cox, Professor of Engineering Education at The Ohio State University; and Dr. Marcia Allen Owens, JD, Assistant Professor in the Environmental Sciences Institute at Florida A&M University.

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This is the first of three (3) special episodes on which my colleagues Dr. Kyla McMullen and Dr. Jeremy Magruder Waisome at Modern Figures Podcast and I joined forces in Summer 2020. In this episode, we discuss actionable strategies toward change specifically focused on race and intersections with gender. Guests include: Dr. Renetta Garrison Tull, Vice Chancellor of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at UC Davis; Dr. Claudia Rankins, Program Director in the Human Resources Development Division at the National Science Foundation; Dr. Monica F. Cox, Professor of Engineering Education at The Ohio State University; and Dr. Marcia Allen Owens, JD, Assistant Professor in the Environmental Sciences Institute at Florida A&M University.

We simulcast this episode live across multiple media outlets. Please check out the video on the Engineering Change Podcast YouTube channel.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-5154619 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0500 3315 Dr. Yvette E. Pearson, Dr. Renetta Garrison-Tull, Dr. Marcia Allen Owens, Dr. Claudia Rankins, Dr. Monica F. Cox, Dr. Kyla McMullen, Dr. Jeremy Waisome, Engineering Change, Modern Figures, Ohio State, FAMU, NSF, UC Davis, Leadership, Anti-Racism 1 8 bonus false Episode 7: You Ask, We Answer Episode 7: You Ask, We Answer Send us Fan Mail

What role does biology play in the underrepresentation of women in engineering? How can we equip tutors to contribute to an inclusive climate? How does the remote work and learning paradigm shift impact people from traditionally marginalized identities? Listen in to hear how my co-producer and I answer these questions from listeners and to learn how you can have your questions addressed on a future episode.

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What role does biology play in the underrepresentation of women in engineering? How can we equip tutors to contribute to an inclusive climate? How does the remote work and learning paradigm shift impact people from traditionally marginalized identities? Listen in to hear how my co-producer and I answer these questions from listeners and to learn how you can have your questions addressed on a future episode.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-4960565 Wed, 12 Aug 2020 01:00:00 -0500 1982 1 7 full false Episode 6: Internships and Mentoring Through a Student's Lens with Javian Pierson Episode 6: Internships and Mentoring Through a Student's Lens with Javian Pierson Send us Fan Mail

One often overlooked aspect of the engineering student's experience is the culture and climate they encounter during industry internships. One often overlooked voice is that of the student. This episode gives you both! It's a conversation with Javian Pierson, an undergraduate mechanical engineering student at Southern University, about her experiences as an intern in industry, the transition from HBCU culture to corporate culture, the importance of mentorship, and how to use what are seemingly failures as springboards for success.

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One often overlooked aspect of the engineering student's experience is the culture and climate they encounter during industry internships. One often overlooked voice is that of the student. This episode gives you both! It's a conversation with Javian Pierson, an undergraduate mechanical engineering student at Southern University, about her experiences as an intern in industry, the transition from HBCU culture to corporate culture, the importance of mentorship, and how to use what are seemingly failures as springboards for success.

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]]> Dr. Yvette E. Pearson Buzzsprout-4758431 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 01:00:00 -0500 2804 1 6 full false Episode 5: Working Smarter, Not Just Harder with Dr. Karl W. Reid Episode 5: Working Smarter, Not Just Harder with Dr. Karl W. Reid Send us Fan Mail

There has been a lot of research over the years to illuminate strategies that work (or don't work) to improve equity and inclusion in engineering education, yet application in practice at scale to achieve widespread, sustainable change has not occurred. In this episode, Dr. Karl Reid and I discuss how three fundamental strategies - attitude shifts, behavior shifts, and connection shifts -  lead to increased student success. Rather than focus solely on students, we spend a bit of time discussing how faculty, staff, and administrators can apply these strategies to create more inclusive education institutions and programs. We contextualize this within a conversation based on the literature and the need to "let the data speak" to inform our approaches to Engineering Change.

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There has been a lot of research over the years to illuminate strategies that work (or don't work) to improve equity and inclusion in engineering education, yet application in practice at scale to achieve widespread, sustainable change has not occurred. In this episode, Dr. Karl Reid and I discuss how three fundamental strategies - attitude shifts, behavior shifts, and connection shifts -  lead to increased student success. Rather than focus solely on students, we spend a bit of time discussing how faculty, staff, and administrators can apply these strategies to create more inclusive education institutions and programs. We contextualize this within a conversation based on the literature and the need to "let the data speak" to inform our approaches to Engineering Change.

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]]> Buzzsprout-4553435 Wed, 15 Jul 2020 02:00:00 -0500 3764 1 5 full false Episode 4: Saying Things That Have to be Said with Dr. Monica F. Cox Episode 4: Saying Things That Have to be Said with Dr. Monica F. Cox Send us Fan Mail

We’re hearing more conversations now than ever about systemic racism and other sources of inequities in not only our communities, but also in higher education. Engineering education is no exception. In this episode, Dr. Monica Cox and I have a very frank discussion about the experiences of Blacks in engineering education. We delve into topics such as the need for advocates and allies who are not threatened by the possibility of losing their privilege, being labeled an angry Black woman, and the importance of being able to speak truth to power. We also spend a bit of time discussing media as a tool for change.

Connect with Dr. Cox on Twitter (@DrMonicaCox), Facebook (https://bit.ly/facebookmonicafcox), and LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/linkedinmonicafcox).

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We’re hearing more conversations now than ever about systemic racism and other sources of inequities in not only our communities, but also in higher education. Engineering education is no exception. In this episode, Dr. Monica Cox and I have a very frank discussion about the experiences of Blacks in engineering education. We delve into topics such as the need for advocates and allies who are not threatened by the possibility of losing their privilege, being labeled an angry Black woman, and the importance of being able to speak truth to power. We also spend a bit of time discussing media as a tool for change.

Connect with Dr. Cox on Twitter (@DrMonicaCox), Facebook (https://bit.ly/facebookmonicafcox), and LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/linkedinmonicafcox).

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]]> Buzzsprout-4352153 Wed, 01 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0500 3094 1 4 full false Episode 3: Sustainability, Accreditation, and Advocacy with Dr. Michael Milligan Episode 3: Sustainability, Accreditation, and Advocacy with Dr. Michael Milligan Send us Fan Mail

Society is not one-size-fits all, and neither are good solutions to societal challenges. In order for engineering solutions to optimally serve society, engagement of stakeholders and engineers who bring diverse demographic, historical, social, cultural, economic, disciplinary, and other perspectives to problem solving is a must. This episode is a great conversation with Dr. Michael Milligan, Executive Director and CEO of ABET.  We discuss the importance of inclusive problem solving to the attainment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, gender disparities in engineering education and practice, and the importance of leaders who walk the talk when it comes to matters of diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Connect with Dr. Milligan and ABET on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@ABETaccredit) and on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/abet-).

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Society is not one-size-fits all, and neither are good solutions to societal challenges. In order for engineering solutions to optimally serve society, engagement of stakeholders and engineers who bring diverse demographic, historical, social, cultural, economic, disciplinary, and other perspectives to problem solving is a must. This episode is a great conversation with Dr. Michael Milligan, Executive Director and CEO of ABET.  We discuss the importance of inclusive problem solving to the attainment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, gender disparities in engineering education and practice, and the importance of leaders who walk the talk when it comes to matters of diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Connect with Dr. Milligan and ABET on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@ABETaccredit) and on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/abet-).

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]]> Buzzsprout-3881051 Wed, 17 Jun 2020 01:00:00 -0500 3228 1 3 full false Episode 2: Making Community with Dr. Sossena Wood Episode 2: Making Community with Dr. Sossena Wood Send us Fan Mail

We’re learning more and more about how sense of belonging can impact students from underrepresented groups in engineering and other STEM disciplines. Most times interventions are focused on the students alone. Institutions should focus more on making sure their climates are inclusive of the diverse students they serve (or would like to serve) and on educating students as “whole people.” In this episode I speak with Dr. Sossena Wood, Presidential Postdoctoral Fellow in Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, as she discusses her experiences in not just finding, but making community in her undergraduate and graduate programs, and how this often extends beyond the campus and beyond her identities. We also talk about the importance of inclusion in engineering research and how diverse perspectives improve neuroimaging solutions in her research lab.

Connect with Dr. Wood on Twitter (@lightupthefire), Instagram (@sossena24), and LinkedIn (sossena-wood-profile).

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We’re learning more and more about how sense of belonging can impact students from underrepresented groups in engineering and other STEM disciplines. Most times interventions are focused on the students alone. Institutions should focus more on making sure their climates are inclusive of the diverse students they serve (or would like to serve) and on educating students as “whole people.” In this episode I speak with Dr. Sossena Wood, Presidential Postdoctoral Fellow in Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, as she discusses her experiences in not just finding, but making community in her undergraduate and graduate programs, and how this often extends beyond the campus and beyond her identities. We also talk about the importance of inclusion in engineering research and how diverse perspectives improve neuroimaging solutions in her research lab.

Connect with Dr. Wood on Twitter (@lightupthefire), Instagram (@sossena24), and LinkedIn (sossena-wood-profile).

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Have you ever wondered why we have not seen large-scale, sustainable change in diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering education?  This brief "welcome" episode introduces the concepts behind Engineering Change, setting the stage for the exciting, informative conversations to come.

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Have you ever wondered why we have not seen large-scale, sustainable change in diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering education?  This brief "welcome" episode introduces the concepts behind Engineering Change, setting the stage for the exciting, informative conversations to come.

Visit www.engineeringchangepodcast.com for more information and to connect with Dr. YEP.

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Engineering Change is the podcast designed to help REDEFINE the engineering education experience as we know it by: RE-imaging who we see as engineers and what we see as engineering, DE-siloing academic programs and problem solving, and FINE-tuning academic culture and climate so people from all backgrounds can succeed. Each episode will leave students and educators with strategies they can put into practice wherever they are in the process of ENGINEERING CHANGE.

Visit www.engineeringchangepodcast.com for more information and to connect with Dr. YEP.

If you like what you hear, please take a moment to subscribe so you’ll automatically get new episodes, leave a 5-star rating, a great review, and share with others.

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Engineering Change is the podcast designed to help REDEFINE the engineering education experience as we know it by: RE-imaging who we see as engineers and what we see as engineering, DE-siloing academic programs and problem solving, and FINE-tuning academic culture and climate so people from all backgrounds can succeed. Each episode will leave students and educators with strategies they can put into practice wherever they are in the process of ENGINEERING CHANGE.

Visit www.engineeringchangepodcast.com for more information and to connect with Dr. YEP.

If you like what you hear, please take a moment to subscribe so you’ll automatically get new episodes, leave a 5-star rating, a great review, and share with others.

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ENGINEERING CHΔNGE® is a registered trademark held by Dr. Yvette E. Pearson for producing and providing podcasts.

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