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Patriotism, Pandemic, And Precarity: How The Alt-Right And White Nationalist Movement Used The Pandemic, Arthur J. Jipson Dec 2021

Patriotism, Pandemic, And Precarity: How The Alt-Right And White Nationalist Movement Used The Pandemic, Arthur J. Jipson

Biennial Conference: The Social Practice of Human Rights

This workshop will explore how the so-called Alt-Right and White Nationalist movement used conspiracy theories around the origin and challenge of the COVID-19 Pandemic to recruit members, advance their causes, and create social and cultural discord in an effort to create legitimacy for their racist and white supremacist attacks on community. After a discussion of the current state of the Alt-Right and White Nationalist movement, the workshop will interrogate the various online tools used by these groups to attack and dismantle community and human rights initiatives. The workshop concludes with an interactive activity that helps participants explore how these efforts …


The Shortcomings Of Corporate Accountability In Post-Conflict Colombia: Land, Rivers And Animals, Isabella Ariza Buitrago, Luisa Gomez Betancur Dec 2021

The Shortcomings Of Corporate Accountability In Post-Conflict Colombia: Land, Rivers And Animals, Isabella Ariza Buitrago, Luisa Gomez Betancur

Biennial Conference: The Social Practice of Human Rights

Although the notion of sustainable peace requires acknowledging the role played by all actors, transitional processes around the world have inadequately addressed or completely ignored the direct and indirect participation of economic actors. In particular, Colombia's transitional justice regime left out corporations entirely. A skillshare between Colombian lawyers and US-based human rights attorneys showed some of the gaps that let corporations continue in impunity for profiting, benefiting from, or directly financing the conflict. Other than harming and deeply fracturing communities, the shortcomings of corporate accountability in post-conflict Colombia also leave land, rivers, and animals without redress. This paper explores some …


President's Commission On The Status Of Women: Fall 2021 Report, University Of Dayton Nov 2021

President's Commission On The Status Of Women: Fall 2021 Report, University Of Dayton

Women's Center Reports, Commentaries and Other Resources

Announced in fall 2019, the President’s Commission on the Status of Women was convened to illuminate and ultimately enhance the status of women at the University of Dayton by advising the president and other senior leaders on gender equity issues and specific concerns of women-identified faculty, staff, and students. The commission makes recommendations on issues that have particular relevance for women, including but not limited to equity, access, retention, promotion and advancement, and safety and security.


The Status Of Women At The University Of Dayton: 2020-2021 Report Card, Lisa Borello, Sue Stewart Stute, Sierra Johnson, Abigail Stover Oct 2021

The Status Of Women At The University Of Dayton: 2020-2021 Report Card, Lisa Borello, Sue Stewart Stute, Sierra Johnson, Abigail Stover

Women's Center Reports, Commentaries and Other Resources

In this third iteration, the "Status of Women at the University of Dayton: 2020-2021 Report Card'' continues the effort of the inaugural report card in measuring the representation of women across the university’s workforce and in leadership roles, with a focus on highlighting changes from year to year. Our goal in generating this report card is to annually evaluate progress toward increasing institutional diversity and promoting equity for women-identified staff and faculty. In doing so, the report identifies areas where progress is being made and areas where more work is needed. The report card is also a space to share …


University Of Dayton And Human Rights Studies Program Director Hudson Honored For Supporting Nonprofit That Serves Former Ugandan Street Children, Allison Brace Sep 2021

University Of Dayton And Human Rights Studies Program Director Hudson Honored For Supporting Nonprofit That Serves Former Ugandan Street Children, Allison Brace

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Child Restoration Outreach Support Organization awarded Natalie Hudson, associate professor of political science and director of University of Dayton Human Rights Studies program, its Spark Award for connecting the non-profit organization to the University, providing 25 students to date with internship opportunities.


University Of Dayton Criminal Justice Studies Program Elevated To Department, Creating More Experiential Learning Opportunities For Students, Dave Larsen Sep 2021

University Of Dayton Criminal Justice Studies Program Elevated To Department, Creating More Experiential Learning Opportunities For Students, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

Criminal justice studies majors at the University of Dayton now have greater research, collaboration and experiential learning opportunities with their program’s transition to a department within the College of Arts and Sciences.


University Of Dayton Launches Donor-Funded Urban Forest Fellowship Program To Engage Underserved High School Students In City’S Ecosystems, Dave Larsen Aug 2021

University Of Dayton Launches Donor-Funded Urban Forest Fellowship Program To Engage Underserved High School Students In City’S Ecosystems, Dave Larsen

College of Arts and Sciences Newsroom

A new University of Dayton initiative to connect Dayton high school students to the city’s urban forests sprouted from a donor’s small gift to the College of Arts and Sciences


"Lets Get Real" Zoom Series, Zion Savory, Khandice Lofton May 2021

"Lets Get Real" Zoom Series, Zion Savory, Khandice Lofton

Graduate Student Showcase

"Let's Get Real" was launched in the summer of 2020 in the wake of the disheartening and widely shared murder of George Floyd. The purpose of this series is to foster difficult but necessary organic community conversations about racial and social justice issues that majorly affect minority and black demographics in the hopes of working towards a better tomorrow.


171st Commencement, Spring May 2021

171st Commencement, Spring

Commencement Programs

No abstract provided.


An Examination Of The Themes Of Invisibility And Hypervisibility In Black Women’S Experiences Within The Prison System, Sarah N. Kuhns May 2021

An Examination Of The Themes Of Invisibility And Hypervisibility In Black Women’S Experiences Within The Prison System, Sarah N. Kuhns

Honors Theses

Using Kimberlee Crenshaw’s concept of intersectionality, the author argues that how incarcerated Black women are treated because of how others perceive their identities lead to certain traits of theirs being rendered invisible or hyper-visible. Their humanity and needs are rendered invisible while stereotypes of criminality, insanity and hyper-sexuality are hyper-visible. Because their humanity is not fully seen, while their criminality is seen as hyper-visible, state violence is used against them as a tool of control and domination. Due to the fact that incarceration and the state violence that comes with a prison sentence, prison abolition should be considered as a …


Lessons Learned: A Successful And Balanced Framework For Post-Conflict Transitional Justice In Myanmar, Joanna Gisel May 2021

Lessons Learned: A Successful And Balanced Framework For Post-Conflict Transitional Justice In Myanmar, Joanna Gisel

University of Dayton Law Review

No abstract provided.


Measuring Perceptions Of Various Forms Of Rehabilitation And Re-Entry Programs On Various Types Of Offenders And Reducing The Likelihood Of Recidivism: A Qualitative Study Of Criminal Justice Professionals In Ohio, Jasmine H. Riechmann May 2021

Measuring Perceptions Of Various Forms Of Rehabilitation And Re-Entry Programs On Various Types Of Offenders And Reducing The Likelihood Of Recidivism: A Qualitative Study Of Criminal Justice Professionals In Ohio, Jasmine H. Riechmann

Honors Theses

Research suggests that rehabilitation and reentry programs reduce rates of recidivism for various types of offenders. The study, based on the constructivist paradigm, will use a phenomenological strategy to explain criminal justice professionals’ perceptions of rehabilitation and reentry programs. Participants with experience working with at-risk populations in Ohio were selected for inclusion in the study. Participant experiences and feedback were analyzed to answer the research questions posed in the study. Data collected from each interview and the researcher’s field notes were compared to identify themes.


Adultification And Criminalization Of Young Black Girls: Using Culturally Responsive Education To Empower Adolescent Girls In Urban Schools, Jordan Bailes May 2021

Adultification And Criminalization Of Young Black Girls: Using Culturally Responsive Education To Empower Adolescent Girls In Urban Schools, Jordan Bailes

Honors Theses

Within the education system and society, Black girls face higher levels of discipline and criminalization than students of other races or genders. The African American Policy Forum found that during the 2011-2012 school year in Boston, Black girls made up only 28% of enrollment, but faced 61% of all discipline, while white females made up 15% of enrollment and only 5% of all discipline (Crenshaw 19). This inequity can be credited to higher expectations for young black girls due to societal adultification. In her book Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools, Monique W. Morris defines adultification as “Black …


Doc 2007-05 Processes And Procedures Of The Academic Senate, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate Apr 2021

Doc 2007-05 Processes And Procedures Of The Academic Senate, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate

Senate Governing Documents

Legislative Authority


2021-04-30 Minutes Of The Academic Senate, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate Apr 2021

2021-04-30 Minutes Of The Academic Senate, University Of Dayton. Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.


The Mother Of Invention, Eric F. Spina Apr 2021

The Mother Of Invention, Eric F. Spina

President's Blog: From the Heart

I stopped by Maggie Cahill’s front lawn on Stonemill Road last week to hear her describe how she edited a full-length memoir and worked with the author to prepare it for submission to a publisher.


Student Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2021-04-23, University Of Dayton. Student Academic Policies Committee Apr 2021

Student Academic Policies Committee Minutes Of The Academic Senate 2021-04-23, University Of Dayton. Student Academic Policies Committee

All Committee Minutes

Approved minutes of a meeting of the Student Academic Policies Committee of the Academic Senate of the University of Dayton.


Ud In The News April 17-23, University Of Dayton Apr 2021

Ud In The News April 17-23, University Of Dayton

News Releases

On nearly 20 occasions this week, local media highlighted UD's partnership with Premier Health to bring an employee health clinic and community medical facility next to campus, adjustments in recruiting students in a pandemic, and faculty expertise in coverage of the Chauvin trial. Another five regional, national and international news outlets also sought faculty insight into issues of the day.


Carry On? Sheriff Perceptions Of Concealed Carry In Ohio Apr 2021

Carry On? Sheriff Perceptions Of Concealed Carry In Ohio

Stander Symposium Projects

Members of license-issuing agencies have been largely overlooked in concealed carry weapons (CCW) research but stand to provide a critical viewpoint from firsthand experience with the guidelines and procedures in place. This exploratory study examined the perceived level of adequacy, stringency, and implications of the current CCW licensure process in Ohio. A 43 item online survey was distributed via email to all county sheriffs in the state of Ohio, yielding a total of 26 respondents. The data indicate satisfaction with the current process and requirements necessary to obtain an Ohio CCW license. Data indicate a perceived need for CCW licenses …


The Perception Of Being Stalked And Its Emotional Impact Apr 2021

The Perception Of Being Stalked And Its Emotional Impact

Stander Symposium Projects

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, each year an estimated 14 in every 1,000 persons age 18 or older fell victim to stalking (Stalking). The impact that stalking can have on an individual has the potential to lead to a variety of mental health issues (Kilpatrick & Acierno, 2003). Victims of crimes such as stalking can experience extreme trauma which is one of the causes of depression. The mental health of victims needs to be studied so that effective counseling programs can be implemented across the globe. This project looks into the question, how does one’s perception of being …


Assessing Community-Oriented Policing On College Campuses In Ohio Apr 2021

Assessing Community-Oriented Policing On College Campuses In Ohio

Stander Symposium Projects

Community-oriented policing has been studied in great detail in respect to municipal police departments. There is not significant research on the usage of community policing by campus police departments. Through this research project, we aim to assess how community-policing is being utilized on college campuses across the United States. This study conducted a survey given to campus police chiefs in the state of Ohio to assess how college police departments are engaging in community-policing.


Development Of An Expungement Clinic In Dayton - From A Community Engaged Perspective Apr 2021

Development Of An Expungement Clinic In Dayton - From A Community Engaged Perspective

Stander Symposium Projects

This presentation provides an overview of a community-engaged senior capstone project in Montgomery County. I have worked with the Montgomery County Jail Coalition since early October. Throughout my time with the team, we have brainstormed, and with the help of the Public Defender's office, developed a warrant clinic for Dayton. The clinic will be launching tentatively in the month of June. I had the opportunity to listen, reflect and give input during these meetings and have formally developed an outline for the clinic. This process has not been easy, as the team have faced many uncertainties and complications while working …


Student Knowledge: Definitions Of Sexual Assault Across U.S. Universities Apr 2021

Student Knowledge: Definitions Of Sexual Assault Across U.S. Universities

Stander Symposium Projects

The prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses remains high among undergraduate college students, which begs the question of how well do these students understand its legal definition. This study set out to understand the definitions of sexual assault from a college student perspective. Specifically, the current study aimed to explore if gender differences existed between males and females in how well they understood the legal definition of sexual assault. A cross-sectional survey design employed online was used to inquire about college students' agreement with specific sexual assault definitions. An independent t-test was conducted across all 10 questions. Results show …


Covid-19 And Its Effect On Academic Performances Of Minority Students At Universities Apr 2021

Covid-19 And Its Effect On Academic Performances Of Minority Students At Universities

Stander Symposium Projects

The purpose of this study was to see if COVID-19 has had any effects on minority students' academic performance at universities. The survey created was set up by students and distributed through three social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn). The responses from 299 students across the country were analyzed. This study arose from other research showing that COVID-19 has impacted our community and people financially, mentally, academically, etc. This project asks students about their graduation plans, classes, grades, courses, and remote vs in-person learning.


Parental Hostility And Youthful Offending Apr 2021

Parental Hostility And Youthful Offending

Stander Symposium Projects

Research shows that parenting styles are associated with children’s behavior and adjustment. One type of parenting style is parental hostility, which has been found to be correlated with delinquency. This relationship is more pronounced when parental hostility includes physical aggression towards the child or teenager. The current study aims to examine the link between parental hostility and delinquency among adjudicated juveniles. The Pathways to Desistance data was used to examine this relationship. The sample consisted of 1,354 serious juvenile offenders between the ages of 14 years old to under 18 years old from Philadelphia and Phoenix. The participants were 86% …


The Impact Of Mental Health Spending On Recidivism And Prison Violence Within Ohio Apr 2021

The Impact Of Mental Health Spending On Recidivism And Prison Violence Within Ohio

Stander Symposium Projects

Since deinstitutionalization, the number of individuals incarcerated that have mental health challenges has dramatically increased. The correctional system has sought to reduce recidivism in multiple ways for individuals who have mental illnesses through court programs, diversion, and other community programs. The literature that focuses on a mental health services while incarcerated however, is not as extensive. There are services available to an individual once they are released from prison, however providing these services within the prison environment has not been evaluated as a potential solution for reducing recidivism for mentally ill individuals. Additionally, violence in prisons, specifically focused on those …


Exploring The Relationship Between Parental Warmth And Delinquency Among Youthful Offenders Apr 2021

Exploring The Relationship Between Parental Warmth And Delinquency Among Youthful Offenders

Stander Symposium Projects

The focus of the current paper is to examine the link between parental warmth and delinquency. The specific focus was looking at how both parents’ parental warmth levels impact the adolescents in the study in relation to aggressive crimes. The research question for this paper is, "How does the level of parental warmth from both parents contribute to the possibility of the child becoming aggressively delinquent?” Research was done first to see what past studies and data was found on the subject. Some of the research done was finding out the definition of parental warmth and similar experiments done, all …


Effects Of Substance Use On Juvenile Delinquency Apr 2021

Effects Of Substance Use On Juvenile Delinquency

Stander Symposium Projects

Juvenile substance use throughout the United States has consistently been an issue. Therefore, it is important to understand the factors that are enabling substance abuse among juveniles. The focus of the current study is to examine the link between juveniles’ use of sedatives and shoplifting. The current study used the Pathways to Desistance data, a longitudinal study of 1,354 serious juvenile offenders between ages of 14 years old to under 18 years old from Philadelphia and Phoneix. The sample consisted of 86% males, 41.4% African American, 20% White, and 33.5% of the rest of the sample consisted of other races, …


College Student's Perceptions Of Militarized Police Deployed To Protests Apr 2021

College Student's Perceptions Of Militarized Police Deployed To Protests

Stander Symposium Projects

Police militarization has been a popular topic within the media for the past several years. In reality, however, police militarization has existed since the early 20th century Prohibition era. College students appear to be a marginalized group when it comes to studying police militarization. This study aims to address the issue of police militarization by examining the perceptions of college students using an online survey design deployed on different social media platforms. The sample consisted of 299 college students who were mainly females and Caucasian. Bivariate correlations were conducted to examine the relationship between police militarization and perceptions of the …


Gender, Mental Health, And Substance Use Apr 2021

Gender, Mental Health, And Substance Use

Stander Symposium Projects

This study aimed to explore the connections between gender, age, mental health, and substance use. Data from 18,294 respondents between the ages of 12 to 17 from the 2004 National Household Survey on Drug Use were asked about their mental health and substance use. According to the results of the study, the older a respondent is the more likely they are to have higher scores on the depression scale which leads to a higher use of substances. However, after further testing, this model only explained about 5% of the variation in substance use. These results suggest that there may be …