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This document appears to be a research paper or presentation exploring student perceptions of engineering culture through the analysis of memes. It includes survey data on enrollment and the number of memes collected over several semesters, from SP2021 to SP2024. The table provides a semester-by-semester breakdown of enrollment numbers and the corresponding count of memes generated or collected. The data suggests a potential correlation between enrollment figures and the volume of memes produced. Additionally, accompanying images showcase examples of memes related to engineering, such as the classic 'Choose Two: Enough Sleep, Grades, or Social Life?' meme, which Dwight Schrute from "The Office" illustrates with the stark reality of 'Choose One,' and another meme featuring characters from "The Lion King" with the punchline, "No son. We're engineers," humorously highlighting the demanding nature of the profession. The document may also touch upon the ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, suggesting a context within engineering education and research. The analysis likely aims to understand how students use and interpret humor and memes to express their experiences and views on engineering as a field and a culture.

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Pages8

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Enrollment vs. Memes

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What is the purpose of this document?

This document explores student perceptions of engineering culture by analyzing memes collected over several semesters.

What data is presented in the table?

The table shows enrollment numbers and the corresponding count of memes for each semester from SP2021 to SP2024, along with totals.

What do the example memes suggest about engineering culture?

The example memes humorously depict the challenging nature of engineering, implying a lack of free time and a demanding workload, as well as the difficult choices students face regarding sleep, grades, and social life.

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