About the Community College Advancement Award in Engineering Education (C²A²E²)

This program will sponsor the participation of selected individuals in the 2026 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference & Exposition in Charlotte, NC, from June 21st–24th, 2026.

Award Details

Selected applicants will receive full conference registration for the 2026 ASEE Conference, a value of approximately $945.

Recipients will also receive:  

• Guidance through the ASEE conference tailored to their interests
• Invitations to all NC State and Engineering Education specific events, including the Annual NC State ASEE Reception
• Direct opportunities to connect with engineering education researchers and practitioners

Please Note: The C²A²E² only covers the ASEE conference registration fee. We are unable to provide financial support for travel, lodging/accommodation, meals, or any other expenses associated with attending the conference. Participants must secure their own funding for these costs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Be currently employed as faculty or staff at a North Carolina community college 
• Demonstrate a clear interest in both the research and practice of engineering education 
• Be interested in future enrollment in one of the following NC State programs, as this is the primary focus of the recruitment initiative
  • Master of Science in Engineering Education 
  • Graduate Certificate in Engineering Education 

How to Apply

Applications for the C²A²E² are due by May 15, 2026 and should be submitted via the C²A²E² Application Submission Form. The submission should include a personal statement from the applicant that includes the following:

• Your current role and primary teaching and administrative responsibilities 
• Why you are interested in the field of engineering education research and/or attending ASEE
• Specifically, how the NC State M.S. in Engineering Education or Graduate Certificate would support your long-term career goals