Training Session Explores Perception of Engineering and Engineers

At the Group Engagement Leadership Conference earlier this year, Dr. Amy Betz, assistant dean for retention, diversity and inclusion at Kansas State University, spoke to section and division leaders about “exploring engineering identity.” She encouraged them to think introspectively about how they, as engineers, can be perceived accurately and inaccurately and how they could be more inclusive to others. ASME is committed to diversity and inclusion, and the Society is striving to build a more diverse and inclusive membership.
 
During her talk, Betz discussed the negative connotations of stereotypes, which can lead to lost talent in academia and the engineering industry. She called upon the ASME leaders in the session to help change the perceptions of being an engineer to foster a more inclusive ASME and engineering workforce. She noted that empathy and curiosity toward others can help lead to a greater intercultural competency for the organization.
 
For more information about ASME’s diversity and inclusion efforts visit: https://www.asme.org/about-asme/diversity-and-inclusion, or contact Clare Bruff  (bruffc@asme.org) or Melissa Carl (carlm@asme.org).

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