Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Abstract
This poster presents a statistical analysis of a research project studying the impact of humanitarian engineering projects (HEPs) on the views of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The authors aim to investigate the deeper effects of HEPs across engineering students, alumni, and professionals. Data from participants were gathered through a survey, using both qualitative and quantitative methods, to assess participants’ attitudes toward DEI in engineering.
The survey included two instruments: the Engineering Professional Responsibility Assessment (EPRA) and the Views on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Engineering (VDEIE). The EPRA measured participants’ perspectives on professional responsibility, while the VDEIE focused on assessing their views and attitudes toward inclusive behaviors. The responses were recorded using a Likert scale, allowing for statistical analysis of significant differences within the data.
To analyze group differences, the authors categorized the participants into majority (White and Asian males) and minority (non-White/non-Asian males and all females) groups, based on underrepresented demographics in engineering. Comparisons were conducted between the two subgroups within each primary group—students, alumni, and professionals—as well as across the combined groups. Findings revealed that the only significant difference in attitudes occurred among the student subgroups. In contrast, no significant differences were seen between the alumni and professional groups. The authors suggest that factors such as age, maturity, and team experiences may have contributed to the differences between students, alumni, and professionals.
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Kirsten Dodson
Recommended Citation
Marius, René and Fessehaye, Ruth, "Investigating the Impact of Humanitarian Engineering Projects Across Demographic Groups" (2025). Student Scholar Symposium. 105.
https://digitalcollections.lipscomb.edu/student_scholars_symposium/2025/Full_schedule/105
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Investigating the Impact of Humanitarian Engineering Projects Across Demographic Groups
This poster presents a statistical analysis of a research project studying the impact of humanitarian engineering projects (HEPs) on the views of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The authors aim to investigate the deeper effects of HEPs across engineering students, alumni, and professionals. Data from participants were gathered through a survey, using both qualitative and quantitative methods, to assess participants’ attitudes toward DEI in engineering.
The survey included two instruments: the Engineering Professional Responsibility Assessment (EPRA) and the Views on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Engineering (VDEIE). The EPRA measured participants’ perspectives on professional responsibility, while the VDEIE focused on assessing their views and attitudes toward inclusive behaviors. The responses were recorded using a Likert scale, allowing for statistical analysis of significant differences within the data.
To analyze group differences, the authors categorized the participants into majority (White and Asian males) and minority (non-White/non-Asian males and all females) groups, based on underrepresented demographics in engineering. Comparisons were conducted between the two subgroups within each primary group—students, alumni, and professionals—as well as across the combined groups. Findings revealed that the only significant difference in attitudes occurred among the student subgroups. In contrast, no significant differences were seen between the alumni and professional groups. The authors suggest that factors such as age, maturity, and team experiences may have contributed to the differences between students, alumni, and professionals.