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President-Elect Candidate Statement
I am deeply honored to be nominated as a candidate for the 2026 ASEE President-Elect. ASEE is at a critical point in its nearly 135-year history, and I am motivated to contribute to its continued leadership in engineering education. Our mission is more important than ever as the field faces declining student enrollment, constrained research funding, and an increasingly challenging higher education landscape. Many of our members navigate pressures that require ASEE to be proactive, inclusive, and adaptable.
My professional journey began in industry, where I spent 11 years at Moog Inc., serving as Systems Application Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, and Product Manager. Those experiences gave me a firsthand perspective on how engineering principles translate into practical innovation and measurable impact. For the past 31 years I have been in academia at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where I am a Professor and Director of External Academic Relations.
My academic foundation includes an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and graduate degrees and coursework in Systems Engineering and Highway Safety. I also hold an MBA with a concentration in Organizational Behavior. I am licensed as a Professional Engineer in multiple states (ID, FL, MA, NY, PA, TX) and a Board-Certified Forensic Engineer. This combination of technical, managerial, and forensic expertise has allowed me to bridge classroom instruction, research, and real-world applications.
Throughout my involvement in ASEE, I have served as Vice-President of External Relations, Vice-President of Institutional Councils, ETC Chair, member of the Executive and Finance Committees, and Representative for RIT. I have also contributed to long-range planning, diversity initiatives, and institutional councils, strengthening my appreciation for ASEE’s mission and its impact on the engineering profession. ASEE’s community of educators, students, and professionals inspires me; together, we create opportunities for all passionate individuals to pursue engineering education.
If elected, my priorities as President-Elect will center on three critical goals:
My ASEE experience has also given me a perspective as a change leader. I have advocated for equity and organizational solutions, addressing longstanding concerns and implementing effective measures. Leadership, I believe, is as much about listening as it is about taking action. I aim to help ASEE navigate change while preserving its core mission: creating broadly accessible, high-quality engineering education that empowers students and professionals to make a difference in the world.
Bio
Martin E. “Marty” Gordon, PE, DFE, is a tenured Professor and Director of External Academic Relations at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). He has served at RIT since 1995 following an 11-year career in industry with Moog Inc., where he worked as Systems Application Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, and Product Manager. Marty is a Professional Engineer in Idaho, Florida, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, and a Board-Certified Forensic Engineer. He is nationally recognized for his expertise in crash reconstruction, forensic engineering, and engineering education.
Marty has held numerous leadership positions within ASEE, including Vice-President of External Relations, Vice-President of Institutional Councils, Chair of the Engineering Technology Council, and member of the Executive and Finance Committees. He was named an ASEE Fellow in 2025 and Distinguished Member in 2024. His commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering education is informed by both personal experience and professional dedication. Marty witnessed discrimination against his undergraduate hockey coach and, earlier, gender-based inequities experienced by his mother, which shaped his lifelong advocacy for equitable access and opportunity.
Beyond ASEE, Marty has been active in professional organizations such as the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE), National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), SAE, ASTM, PIE, ABET, NCEES, and Rotary International. He has served as NAFE President and Editor-in-Chief of the NAFE Journal, as well as holding leadership roles in NSPE and SAE. At RIT, Marty served as undergraduate MMET Program Director, NCAA Faculty Athletic Representative since 2004, and Baja SAE Team Faculty Advisor for more than 30 years. He has organized international Baja SAE Competitions seven times and contributed to SAE committees and ABET relations.
Marty’s professional recognitions include RIT Provost’s Excellence in Teaching Award, Rochester Engineering Society Engineer of the Year, SAE Top Contributor of the Year, and Fellowships in ASEE, NSPE, and NAFE. He holds a U.S. patent for a cryogenic fluid coupling and has been recognized repeatedly for teaching, coaching, and service to the engineering community.
Marty earned his BSME and MSME as a full-time student and completed his MBA while working full-time in industry, demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning. His experiences as a student-athlete also influenced his understanding of leadership, equity, and teamwork.
Marty and his wife Jill live in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. They have two grown daughters: Amanda, a packaging engineer in Los Angeles, and Abby, a special education and first-grade teacher in Buffalo. Jill is a retired physical therapist who works part-time as a substitute teacher’s aide and volunteers as a high school cross-country coach. Both Marty and Jill are active in Rotary International, especially in youth exchange programs.
Marty’s career integrates academic excellence, professional leadership, and service. He is committed to fostering inclusive, experiential, and forward-looking engineering education and looks forward to continuing to serve ASEE and its members as President-Elect.
President-Elect Statement
I am truly honored to be nominated as a candidate for ASEE President-Elect. For over three decades, I have witnessed how ASEE empowers educators, strengthens professional communities, and shapes the field of engineering education. If elected, I will work to ensure ASEE remains strong, inclusive, and forward-looking, reflecting the excellence and diversity of our membership.
I view leadership as a form of service: bringing people together around shared goals and building trust. My commitment is to lead with transparency, accountability, and collaboration, ensuring that every member feels valued, regardless of background, career stage, or affiliation. This means fostering inclusion, advocating for policies that uphold dignity, and listening with care. It also means working closely with members and staff so that every voice is heard, thereby strengthening our shared values and promoting openness throughout ASEE.
Looking ahead, improving ASEE’s financial stability must remain a top priority. A strong financial foundation empowers us to deliver greater value to members and expand opportunities for member engagement. Equally important is cultivating the next generation of engineering educators. I am working to launch a mentorship program that pairs graduate students with experienced ASEE members, building a pipeline of educators who are prepared, engaged, and committed to ASEE’s mission. I also plan to expand recognition for volunteers, authors, and award nominees. Celebrating members’ contributions strengthens our community, deepens belonging, and highlights the impact of their work.
ASEE has profoundly shaped my career, providing opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and connection, including the networking that led to my current position at Ohio Northern University. Through my continued service, I hope to give back to the Society that has given me so much. I ask for your support in this election so we can work together to strengthen ASEE’s foundation, expand opportunities for engagement, and ensure that our Society continues to lead the future of engineering education.
BIO
Dr. John K. Estell is the Herbert F. Alter Endowed Chair of Engineering Sciences and Professor of Computer Engineering and Computer Science at Ohio Northern University. He holds a BS in Computer Science and Engineering, as well as MS and PhD degrees in Computer Science. Prior to his current role, Dr. Estell served as Chair of the Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science Department at Ohio Northern University and held faculty positions at Bluffton University and The University of Toledo.
Dr. Estell has a distinguished record of service within the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) spanning over three decades. He has held many leadership roles, including Vice President for Professional Interest Councils (2022–2023), Chair of PIC III (2020–2023), Chair of the Awards Policy Committee (2024–2025), Chair of the IT Committee (2023–present), and Co-Chair of the Interdivisional Town Hall Planning Committee (2019-2021). He has also served on multiple ASEE committees, including the Commission for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference Planning Committee, the 130th Anniversary Task Force, and the ASEE Best Paper Rubric Committee.
He has authored or co-authored 41 ASEE Annual Conference papers and reviewed over 170 submissions for divisions such as CoED, DEED, ECE, ENT, ERM, and FPD. Beyond ASEE, Dr. Estell has made substantial contributions to ABET, serving as a Commissioner for both the Engineering and Computing Accreditation Commissions and as a member of the Accreditation Council Training Committee. He also serves as a KEEN Ambassador, advocating for innovation and excellence in engineering education. His work has been recognized with numerous honors, including ASEE Fellow (2016) and ABET Fellow (2021), along with multiple ASEE Best Paper Awards.
His research and service emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), including projects that elevate underrepresented voices. His funded research on gender representation in computer gaming—highlighted by his paper “In a Woman’s Voice: An Alternative Gamification of The Oregon Trail”—was a finalist for the 2024 Best Diversity Paper Award. Dr. Estell’s lifelong commitment to DEI and education drives his vision for ASEE: an organization that grows stronger, more inclusive, and more impactful for all its members.
President-Elect Candidate Statement
I am deeply honored to be nominated as a candidate for the 2026 ASEE President-Elect. ASEE is at a critical point in its nearly 135-year history, and I am motivated to contribute to its continued leadership in engineering education. Our mission is more important than ever as the field faces declining student enrollment, constrained research funding, and an increasingly challenging higher education landscape. Many of our members navigate pressures that require ASEE to be proactive, inclusive, and adaptable.
My professional journey began in industry, where I spent 11 years at Moog Inc., serving as Systems Application Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, and Product Manager. Those experiences gave me a firsthand perspective on how engineering principles translate into practical innovation and measurable impact. For the past 31 years I have been in academia at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where I am a Professor and Director of External Academic Relations.
My academic foundation includes an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and graduate degrees and coursework in Systems Engineering and Highway Safety. I also hold an MBA with a concentration in Organizational Behavior. I am licensed as a Professional Engineer in multiple states (ID, FL, MA, NY, PA, TX) and a Board-Certified Forensic Engineer. This combination of technical, managerial, and forensic expertise has allowed me to bridge classroom instruction, research, and real-world applications.
Throughout my involvement in ASEE, I have served as Vice-President of External Relations, Vice-President of Institutional Councils, ETC Chair, member of the Executive and Finance Committees, and Representative for RIT. I have also contributed to long-range planning, diversity initiatives, and institutional councils, strengthening my appreciation for ASEE’s mission and its impact on the engineering profession. ASEE’s community of educators, students, and professionals inspires me; together, we create opportunities for all passionate individuals to pursue engineering education.
If elected, my priorities as President-Elect will center on three critical goals:
My ASEE experience has also given me a perspective as a change leader. I have advocated for equity and organizational solutions, addressing longstanding concerns and implementing effective measures. Leadership, I believe, is as much about listening as it is about taking action. I aim to help ASEE navigate change while preserving its core mission: creating broadly accessible, high-quality engineering education that empowers students and professionals to make a difference in the world.
Bio
Martin E. “Marty” Gordon, PE, DFE, is a tenured Professor and Director of External Academic Relations at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). He has served at RIT since 1995 following an 11-year career in industry with Moog Inc., where he worked as Systems Application Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, and Product Manager. Marty is a Professional Engineer in Idaho, Florida, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, and a Board-Certified Forensic Engineer. He is nationally recognized for his expertise in crash reconstruction, forensic engineering, and engineering education.
Marty has held numerous leadership positions within ASEE, including Vice-President of External Relations, Vice-President of Institutional Councils, Chair of the Engineering Technology Council, and member of the Executive and Finance Committees. He was named an ASEE Fellow in 2025 and Distinguished Member in 2024. His commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in engineering education is informed by both personal experience and professional dedication. Marty witnessed discrimination against his undergraduate hockey coach and, earlier, gender-based inequities experienced by his mother, which shaped his lifelong advocacy for equitable access and opportunity.
Beyond ASEE, Marty has been active in professional organizations such as the National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE), National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), SAE, ASTM, PIE, ABET, NCEES, and Rotary International. He has served as NAFE President and Editor-in-Chief of the NAFE Journal, as well as holding leadership roles in NSPE and SAE. At RIT, Marty served as undergraduate MMET Program Director, NCAA Faculty Athletic Representative since 2004, and Baja SAE Team Faculty Advisor for more than 30 years. He has organized international Baja SAE Competitions seven times and contributed to SAE committees and ABET relations.
Marty’s professional recognitions include RIT Provost’s Excellence in Teaching Award, Rochester Engineering Society Engineer of the Year, SAE Top Contributor of the Year, and Fellowships in ASEE, NSPE, and NAFE. He holds a U.S. patent for a cryogenic fluid coupling and has been recognized repeatedly for teaching, coaching, and service to the engineering community.
Marty earned his BSME and MSME as a full-time student and completed his MBA while working full-time in industry, demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning. His experiences as a student-athlete also influenced his understanding of leadership, equity, and teamwork.
Marty and his wife Jill live in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. They have two grown daughters: Amanda, a packaging engineer in Los Angeles, and Abby, a special education and first-grade teacher in Buffalo. Jill is a retired physical therapist who works part-time as a substitute teacher’s aide and volunteers as a high school cross-country coach. Both Marty and Jill are active in Rotary International, especially in youth exchange programs.
Marty’s career integrates academic excellence, professional leadership, and service. He is committed to fostering inclusive, experiential, and forward-looking engineering education and looks forward to continuing to serve ASEE and its members as President-Elect.
President-Elect Statement
I am truly honored to be nominated as a candidate for ASEE President-Elect. For over three decades, I have witnessed how ASEE empowers educators, strengthens professional communities, and shapes the field of engineering education. If elected, I will work to ensure ASEE remains strong, inclusive, and forward-looking, reflecting the excellence and diversity of our membership.
I view leadership as a form of service: bringing people together around shared goals and building trust. My commitment is to lead with transparency, accountability, and collaboration, ensuring that every member feels valued, regardless of background, career stage, or affiliation. This means fostering inclusion, advocating for policies that uphold dignity, and listening with care. It also means working closely with members and staff so that every voice is heard, thereby strengthening our shared values and promoting openness throughout ASEE.
Looking ahead, improving ASEE’s financial stability must remain a top priority. A strong financial foundation empowers us to deliver greater value to members and expand opportunities for member engagement. Equally important is cultivating the next generation of engineering educators. I am working to launch a mentorship program that pairs graduate students with experienced ASEE members, building a pipeline of educators who are prepared, engaged, and committed to ASEE’s mission. I also plan to expand recognition for volunteers, authors, and award nominees. Celebrating members’ contributions strengthens our community, deepens belonging, and highlights the impact of their work.
ASEE has profoundly shaped my career, providing opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and connection, including the networking that led to my current position at Ohio Northern University. Through my continued service, I hope to give back to the Society that has given me so much. I ask for your support in this election so we can work together to strengthen ASEE’s foundation, expand opportunities for engagement, and ensure that our Society continues to lead the future of engineering education.
BIO
Dr. John K. Estell is the Herbert F. Alter Endowed Chair of Engineering Sciences and Professor of Computer Engineering and Computer Science at Ohio Northern University. He holds a BS in Computer Science and Engineering, as well as MS and PhD degrees in Computer Science. Prior to his current role, Dr. Estell served as Chair of the Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science Department at Ohio Northern University and held faculty positions at Bluffton University and The University of Toledo.
Dr. Estell has a distinguished record of service within the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) spanning over three decades. He has held many leadership roles, including Vice President for Professional Interest Councils (2022–2023), Chair of PIC III (2020–2023), Chair of the Awards Policy Committee (2024–2025), Chair of the IT Committee (2023–present), and Co-Chair of the Interdivisional Town Hall Planning Committee (2019-2021). He has also served on multiple ASEE committees, including the Commission for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference Planning Committee, the 130th Anniversary Task Force, and the ASEE Best Paper Rubric Committee.
He has authored or co-authored 41 ASEE Annual Conference papers and reviewed over 170 submissions for divisions such as CoED, DEED, ECE, ENT, ERM, and FPD. Beyond ASEE, Dr. Estell has made substantial contributions to ABET, serving as a Commissioner for both the Engineering and Computing Accreditation Commissions and as a member of the Accreditation Council Training Committee. He also serves as a KEEN Ambassador, advocating for innovation and excellence in engineering education. His work has been recognized with numerous honors, including ASEE Fellow (2016) and ABET Fellow (2021), along with multiple ASEE Best Paper Awards.
His research and service emphasize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), including projects that elevate underrepresented voices. His funded research on gender representation in computer gaming—highlighted by his paper “In a Woman’s Voice: An Alternative Gamification of The Oregon Trail”—was a finalist for the 2024 Best Diversity Paper Award. Dr. Estell’s lifelong commitment to DEI and education drives his vision for ASEE: an organization that grows stronger, more inclusive, and more impactful for all its members.
