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2026 ASEE North Central Section Conference | Transformative Engineering

2026 ASEE North Central Section Conference
Transformative Engineering

March 27-28, 2026
University of Mount Union
Brenton School of Engineering
Alliance, OH

About the Conference

What might engineering become in the next three quarters of this century and how should engineering education lead the imminent changes?

Austenite to Martensite; Cartesian to Polar; Caterpillar to Chrysalis; Transformations are at the heart of Nature and Engineering. Governed by external stimuli, but mediated by careful planning, engineers bridge nature with utility. Bring your perspectives on how this work can be transformative in the wake of a rapidly changing world. What might engineering become in the next three quarters of this century? Who are the stakeholders? How may you steer this change? How should, or should not, engineering education lead the imminent changes?

 

The ASEE North Central Section (NCS) invites workshop proposals, short and full-length papers, as well as student posters. Topics related to the broad conference theme and to the following are encouraged:

  • Innovative curricula or teaching techniques.
  • Implementation of smart technologies in classrooms.
  • Active learning: project-based and hands-on learning activities.
  • Incorporating Sustainability into Engineering.
  • Examining and Engaging Artificial Intelligence in Engineering Education.
  • Senior capstone projects, student research projects, and industry experiences.
  • Recruitment, Retention, and Persistence of Engineering students.
  • Expanding Opportunities, Broadening Participation, and Mentoring Talent.
  • Remote, Distance, Hybrid learning: methods, technologies, and assessment.
  • Social Justice and Peace in Engineering.
  • Community engagement, service learning, K-12 outreach with engineering.
  • Global engagement (e.g., study abroad programs, academic partnerships).
  • Societal Impact of Engineering Practice.

General Information

  • Important Dates

     

    Abstract Submission Opens

    Oct. 6, 2025

    Abstract Submission Deadline

    Nov. 24, 2025

    Abstract Acceptance Date

    Dec. 8, 2025

    Conference Registration Opens

    Jan. 16, 2026

    Draft Paper, Student Poster and Workshop Abstracts Submission Deadline

    Jan. 19, 2026

    Notification of Paper Acceptance, Student Poster and Workshop Abstract Acceptance Date

    Feb. 10, 2026

    Revised Draft Paper Submission Deadline

    February 17, 2026

    Revised Draft Paper Decision Date    

    February 24, 2026

    Final Paper Submission Deadline

    Mar. 2, 2026

    Author Registration Deadline

    Mar. 2, 2026

    Early Registration Ends

    Mar. 15, 2026

  • Abstract Submissions

      

    Authors are invited to submit full-length manuscripts, extended abstracts, and posters for presentation at the conference and inclusion in its proceedings. Students are particularly encouraged to submit papers or posters on their senior design projects or undergraduate research experiences. All submissions, as well as reviewer sign-ups, must be made through the conference management system.

    Papers will be accepted based on a peer review of manuscripts. Authors are expected to present their papers at the conference to facilitate the transfer of knowledge through discussion and debate. All accepted papers presented by a registered author will be included in the conference proceedings.

     

    Submit an Abstract

  • Registration and Pricing

    The conference fee includes access to all networking and technical sessions during the two-day event, including the welcome and networking reception with appetizers on Friday evening, as well as all sessions, light continental breakfast, conference lunch and awards dinner on Saturday.

     

    Early Registration
    Jan. 16 – Mar. 15, 2026

    Regular Registration
    Mar. 16 – Mar. 24, 2026

    Student

    $75

    $100

    Retiree

    $75

    $100

    Member

    $150

    $175

    Non-Member

    $200

    $225

    On-site (March 27-28, 2026)

    n/a

    $250

  • Lodging and Travel

     

    Parking

    Mount Union Parking

     

    Lodging

    There is a block of hotel rooms set aside at the Hampton Inn & Suites Alliance located at 1831 West State Street, Alliance, OH, 44601. The hotel is located less than two miles from Mount Union’s Brenton School of Engineering. Please visit the link below or call (330) 680-4052 to make your reservation.

    Book a Room

    Other lodging options in Alliance are the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alliance (2.2 miles) and the Comfort Inn Alliance (2.8 miles).