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Beyond Cultural Responsiveness: Elevating African American Stem Education Through African-Centered Models, Deanna Bailey, Charnee Bowens, Tamara Altman

Journal of Pre-College Engineering Education Research (J-PEER)

Researchers posit that the way science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are taught to African Americans contributes to their underrepresentation in the STEM fields. STEM educators are increasingly utilizing culturally relevant pedagogy, culturally responsive teaching strategies, and culturally sustaining pedagogy to engage the African American STEM learner. However, these techniques are limited in addressing the holistic development, healing, and needs of African people.^[1] This essay advocates for the use and study of a new educational model titled African-centered STEM education (ACSE). The authors contend that this model is effective for African American STEM learners and African people and benefits …

The Lloyd4u: Embracing Innovative Intersections, David Goffinet, Nicole Minton, Emily Sprinkle

Purdue Road School

The Lloyd4U includes over a dozen improvement projects along the Lloyd Expressway in southwest Indiana. The projects include three DLTs, two RCUTs, a hybrid DLT/BLT, interchange modifications, road closures, and more along the highest volume corridor in the region. Implementing an educational campaign to boost driver confidence was essential to the project’s success. Team members will share a range of examples that were implemented to enhance public awareness and build understanding of the innovative intersections’ benefits.

Leveraging Indianamap Data And Tools For Transportation Projects, Ben Grubbs, Rick Rahe

Purdue Road School

IndianaMap provides essential datasets for transportation projects, including roads, parcels, wetlands, streams, floodplains, elevation, imagery and more. This session will demonstrate how to utilize the IndianaMap AGOL community account’s tools, such as Experience Builder, Survey123, Field Maps, and Dashboards. Learn how to import/export data, perform geoprocessing tasks in Map Viewer, and access free ESRI training to optimize transportation planning and execution.

Effective Utility Coordination: Impo Discussion, Natalie Parks

Purdue Road School

Utility-related construction delays continue to plague our industry despite processes in place to provide better communication throughout the project delivery process. The IMPO conducted a study to review effective utility coordination practices that minimized construction delays. This presentation will give an overview of the research and the key outcomes, provide practical steps forward, and outline possible implementation procedures that can be applied specifically to local agency projects.

Ai And Roadway Asset Management, Shawn Strange, Grant Barker

Purdue Road School

Asset management has become much easier and more affordable thanks to LiDAR, 360 degree digital photography, GPS, and AI. These new tools can cut the time of a field inventory to just a few days. In addition to rating pavements, they can also pick up sign inventories, clear zone obstructions and pavement drop-offs, and more. Join us for a discussion.

Advanced Air Mobility At Purdue: Opportunity Meets Capability, Bill Crossley

Purdue Road School

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is a phrase describing the emerging aerospace sector that brings together new and evolving technologies to revolutionize aviation. The conjunction of electric aircraft propulsion, autonomy and automation, and advanced materials and manufacturing holds the potential for the safe, lower-cost, higher-reliability transportation of passengers and cargo in urban and regional settings. This session will discuss how Purdue’s problem-solving abilities enable AAM.

Indiana Geology And The Sampling Process, Samuel Clawson, Nayyar Siddiki

Purdue Road School

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the geologic layers of Indiana, why it is important to take them into consideration for roadway construction, and how the in-house sampling process functions.

Lessons Learned: Building A Successful Educational Campaign, Emily Deason, Mindy Peterson

Purdue Road School

J-turn, roundabout, and zipper merge are not bad, but they can create instant anxiety with the public. Don’t let negativity keep your next project from getting off to a strong start. In this session, you’ll hear about an I-69 ORX educational campaign that successfully turned the tide of public sentiment in Henderson, KY when six new roundabouts were introduced. You’ll hear about the tools, tips, and tactics that can help any educational campaign succeed.

Ohio Dot Automated Driving System Deployment Project Findings, Ben Ritchey

Purdue Road School

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the findings from the OhioDOT Automated Driving Systems (ADS) Deployment project of tractor semi-trailers and Ford transit vans operating on Ohio public roads using Level 2/3 technology. The tractors used truck platooning technology and were operated by a motor carrier in revenue service. The passenger vans operated in three project designated routes using HD maps and were operated by project team members.

Right Of Way (Row) Autonomous Mowing Project, Michael A. Mardikes, Nathan C. Sprague, Timothy J. Wiegman, John T. Evans

Purdue Road School

Digital Twin Roadside Vegetation Management and Real-World Verification: Roadside mowing operations are high risk for all crew members working alongside moving traffic and challenging terrain. Autonomous mowers could remove the need for a human presence along the right-of-way. To study the feasibility of this technology, a digital-twin robotic simulator was developed for testing and evaluating real-world Indiana test segments. Real-world verification was then performed on unmanned mowing platforms to validate the simulated results. Join us to learn more.

Understanding The Fhwa Cost And Schedule Risk, Daniel Corbin, Toby Randolph

Purdue Road School

Major projects (over $500 million) are often more complex and riskier than other projects, and careful attention must be provided when preparing cost estimates. Traditional estimating methods may not be appropriate in all cases. Using the Revive I-70 and I-69 ORX projects as examples, project team members from INDOT and their consultant will describe how the CSRA process works and how to complete a CSRA level risk assessment.

Enhancing Road Performance With Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane, Tim Zahrn, Todd Thomas, Randy Miller

Purdue Road School

This presentation will discuss how using the technology of a Void Reducing Asphalt membrane can improve performance of our Asphalt Pavements by creating a more durable asphalt surface that resists cracking and reduces permeability. Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) Specifications: VRAM reduces voids in longitudinal joints, which improves the longevity of a quality road surface. INDOT has already required VRAM on certain road designs. We will review the current specifications for VRAM and outline specifications that may update with the technology. We will also discuss the Impact of Rumble Strips on Longitudinal Joint Performance. The session will also highlight how …

Indiana Bond Bank: Financing Road Infrastructure And Equipment, Marisa Weimer, Jacob Blasdel, Ron Mangus

Purdue Road School

Learn how the Indiana Bond Bank can support your community’s road projects through innovative financing solutions. This session will explore project and equipment financing options, fuel price protection strategies, and other resources designed to help municipalities fund road infrastructure improvements, maintenance, and expansions. Discover how to make the most of these financial tools to keep your community’s roads safe, reliable, and well-maintained.

Help! We Need Accurate Utility Information, Dan Osborn, Andrew Schouten, Natalie Parks

Purdue Road School

The construction industry urges project owners to provide accurate utility information in contract documents. Accurate utility facility information is critical to minimizing risks during bidding and construction. Presenters will provide project examples, challenges, and solutions to convince attendees of the importance of accurate utility information.

Tell Your Story, Demonstrate Your Value With Kpis, Amanda Carlson

Purdue Road School

Purdue University Administrative Operations Integrated Analytics (AOIA) is an analytics leader in the Big Ten that fields requests from other universities about data and reporting. Learn how AOIA was established, how key data and reports were created, and ways AOIA helps demonstrate the value of Administrative Operations. Reports and KPIs covering capital projects, space, staffing, and more will be shared.

The Epic Quest For Utility Easement Knowledge, Steven Knies, Sandra Jones, Bill Read

Purdue Road School

This presentation will overview the importance of researching utility easements and the impact it can have on a project, delay-wise and cost-wise, when utility easement research is not thoroughly conducted to determine if a utility is reimbursable on a project.

Charging Indiana’S Crossroads, Kerri Garvin, George Mccue, Jack Sinton

Purdue Road School

Join us for an insightful update on INDOT’s Charging the Crossroads Program. Speakers will highlight the latest program activities, key milestones and challenges with Round 1 and Round 2 projects, and offer a glimpse into activities beyond the stations themselves. Learn how Indiana is paving the way for a sustainable, accessible, and equitable deployment of DC fast charging infrastructure.

Presentation Speakers/Participants

• George McCue, INDOT, [email protected]
• Jack Sinton, HNTB Corporation, [email protected]
• Kerri Garvin, HNTB Corporation, [email protected]

Balancing Act: Creating Safe, Legal, And Complete Streets, Aaron Bubb

Purdue Road School

When it comes to urban reconstruction projects, creating a single vision from multiple stakeholder perspectives can be challenging. This presentation shares the real-world example of a local municipality’s hesitancy to incorporate bicycle accommodations and pedestrian safety enhancements within an urban corridor to explore how to build a consensus around a project while still adhering to surface transportation laws.

Data Visualization To Empower Great Transportation Decision Making, Dan Malsom, Meg Hunter

Purdue Road School

This session demonstrates tools and dashboards developed using Microsoft Power BI and ArcGIS Experience Builder and will outline how they are used by planners, engineers, and the public to make well-informed transportation decisions related to safety, traffic operations, transportation planning, and project programming. The session will also highlight best practices for practitioners who want to start using these tools and identify data sources worth analyzing more closely.

Major Bridge Inspection Program Changes, Jonathan Olson, Jacob Gould

Purdue Road School

The FHWA’s release of the new National Bridge Inspection Standards was the biggest program change since 2004. Find out how these major changes are being implemented in Indiana and how they will affect bridge inspectors and bridge owners.

National Wildlife Crossings Program: Enhancing Roadway Safety, Lisa Vale, Tony Miller, Kevin Connor

Purdue Road School

Wildlife crossings are an emerging creative infrastructure solution that enhance road safety by providing safe passage for wildlife across busy highways, which significantly lowers the risk of severe wildlife-vehicle collisions. Join us as Lochner’s Roadway Ecologists share their nationwide experience with wildlife crossing projects and the funding sources available to bring these solutions to Indiana. By learning from successful models across the country, we can protect ecosystems while improving roadway safety.

Nexus Between Nepa And Utilities, Natalie Parks, Kate Williams

Purdue Road School

Integrating utility coordination within the NEPA framework is crucial for ensuring environmental compliance while also meeting project timelines. This presentation will explore the intersection of these processes, identify key challenges, and outline best practices to streamline coordination. Case studies from recent projects will illustrate effective collaboration and procedural efficiency and offer insights into achieving regulatory compliance and project goals.

Public Speaking 101: Overcoming The Fear Factor, Richard Gilyeat, Alex Schwinghamer, Mindy Peterson

Purdue Road School

Strong communications matters and can help you in daily tasks and in growing your career, but does the thought of public speaking make you break out into a cold sweat? You’re not alone. This interactive session is all about finding your confidence and your comfort level. We’ll focus on practical tips, tricks, and guidelines to help you conquer your public speaking fears or grow the experience you already have.

Navigating Urban Forestry Requirements For Road Projects, Zachary Root, Amy Noel

Purdue Road School

Not sure how to navigate the complexities of managing urban forests for your road design projects? Beautify your road project by incorporating tree planting and management from the start. Learn how urban forestry management can be incorporated early in the design process, whether to meet specific permit requirements or to meet community-based urban forest guidance.

Csgp/Rule 5 Erosion Control Tips And Tricks, Gretchen Meyer

Purdue Road School

This presentation will walk through the revised erosion control rule, highlight commonly overlooked items, and provide tips for working through this permit.

Innovative Intersection Public Involvement: Strategies That Work, Nathaniel Shellhamer, David Reamer

Purdue Road School

This presentation will share best practices for effectively engaging the public and local stakeholders during the development of innovative treatments. We will cover why innovative treatments work; their selection process; case studies from finished projects; and tips and tricks for effective, positive engagement and collaboration. This presentation will benefit project managers, public involvement professionals, and engineers involved in developing innovative treatments.

Primary Source Analysis: Using Digitized Time-Motion Study Films In The Undergraduate Business Classroom To Build Primary Source Literacy, Annette Bochenek, Renusree Varma Mudduluru

Libraries Faculty and Staff Scholarship and Research

This paper details a study conducted in the context of a large Midwestern university’s undergraduate business class, employing the ACRL RBMS-SAA Guidelines for Primary Source Literacy in a guided in-class activity using digitized primary sources. Students participated in an introductory lesson pertaining to primary sources and their connection to business, followed by viewing and analyzing digitized clips from Frank and Lillian Gilbreth’s time-motion studies. In addition, they completed a reflective discussion board post, illuminating their connections to the ACRL RBMS-SAA Guidelines for Primary Source Literacy core ideas of the analytical, ethical, theoretical, and practical. Potential affective experiences were also examined …

The Ravine Of Memory: Babyn Yar Between The Holocaust And The Great Patriotic War, Shay A. Pilnik

Purdue University Press Books

The Nazis and their collaborators buried over 100,000 victims at Babyn Yar, a ravine in modern-day Ukraine. Most of the individuals were Jewish, making this area one of the most infamous mass murder sites in history. The Ravine of Memory starts when the travesty ends, telling the story of the ravine’s memory and forgetting in Soviet literature and culture—in Russian as well as in Yiddish. This book challenges the prevailing binary conceptions of Babyn Yar as exclusively a Holocaust or a “Great Patriotic War” story. It is neither the exclusive product of Soviet censorship nor individual dissidents. Babyn Yar is …

The Spice (Sustainable, Physics-Inspired Culinary Education) Lab – A Digestible Few-Nexus Educational Platform, Carla Ramsdell

National Collaborative for Research on Food, Energy, and Water Education (NC-FEW)

The SPICE (Sustainable, Physics-Inspired Culinary Education) Lab is a unique educational platform that enables participants from a wide disciplinary background to engage and become literate in the unique connections between food, energy and water. This small but mighty space allows for outreach education in many formats, including formal college courses, university-centered hands-on activities and public outreach.

The work performed in this space fills a unique need in the FEW-Nexus education opportunities because it is adaptable to many learners and learning opportunities and its focus on kitchen science makes these concepts approachable which can later be expanded to understand other critical …

Designing Field Courses To Teach Few Concepts Effectively, Eunice L. Blavascunas

National Collaborative for Research on Food, Energy, and Water Education (NC-FEW)

How do students learn complex systems FEW concepts in field courses? An overview of field-course practices in the Yakima Valley of Washington State.