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Sexual Violence In Prisons: Inmate Subculture And Demographics Of Fear, Mackenzie Leroux
Sexual Violence In Prisons: Inmate Subculture And Demographics Of Fear, Mackenzie Leroux
Arts & Sciences Undergraduate Showcase
Prison sexual violence has been a prominent issue since the establishment of correctional facilities. However, the issue was dismissed due to the stigmatization of the inmate population. As a result, there were no documented policies, statutes, or laws that prohibited prison rape or imposed sanctions upon offenders. The attention towards inmates rights, specifically regarding sexual assault, began to be addressed in the media in the 1990s. Through past offender stories, legal cases, and an overall sense of awareness, the Prison Rape Elimination Act was established in 2003. This act outlawed any sexual relationships between either inmates, or inmates and correctional …
Open Access Explained, Zeineb Yousif, Brittany Fischer
Open Access Explained, Zeineb Yousif, Brittany Fischer
Librarian Posters and Presentations
This workshop gives a basic overview of the open access movement. By the end of this workshop you should be able to:
- Identify what open access is
- Understand why Open Access is important
- Learn how it can benefit you as a researcher, student, or professional
- Know where to find additional resources for help
This workshop can be modified to match the particulars of the campus where it is being presented.
A Framework For Anti-Racist Information Literacy Instruction: Exemplar, Process, And Structure, Kristen Borysewicz, Devon Olson
A Framework For Anti-Racist Information Literacy Instruction: Exemplar, Process, And Structure, Kristen Borysewicz, Devon Olson
Librarian Posters and Presentations
Are instructional librarians having needed conversations with patrons about how research can perpetuate systemic discrimination and racism? A framework developed collaboratively between UND librarians and focused on exemplar, process, and structure provides a starting point. Learn how you can interrogate the conceptual processes and information architecture behind academic knowledge dissemination systems in order to foster a more anti-racist, equitable, and critical form of information literacy.
What Is Edi Anyway?, Mary Soucie, Jackie Frederick, Karlene T. Clark
What Is Edi Anyway?, Mary Soucie, Jackie Frederick, Karlene T. Clark
Librarian Posters and Presentations
EDI? BIPOC? He/His vs They/Them? Want to build an inclusive community for all patrons but not sure where to start? The NDLA Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee will share the purpose of the committee and how the work can positively impact patrons at your institutions. Presenters will answer common questions from those seeking to expand their knowledge of EDI issues and offer concrete examples from North Dakota libraries.
Renovations And How Ada Updates Were Addressed At An Academic Institution, Karlene T. Clark, Brittany Fischer, Rebecca Brown
Renovations And How Ada Updates Were Addressed At An Academic Institution, Karlene T. Clark, Brittany Fischer, Rebecca Brown
Librarian Posters and Presentations
After a three-year renovation of the Chester Fritz Library, the presenters were tasked with reviewing the building for updates done and how they addressed needs within the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This presentation covers pre-renovation concerns, what changes were made, the process used to determine the criteria if an issue had been resolved, and what their next steps are going forward.
Receiver Apprehension & Listener Style Retention, Karlene T. Clark
Receiver Apprehension & Listener Style Retention, Karlene T. Clark
Librarian Posters and Presentations
Receiver apprehension is the anxiety patrons feel when approaching someone for help. There are different types of ways in which people process information, some of which can be a detriment to the person hoping to learn something or just have a question answered. This presentation looks at the different styles of listeners and how librarians can utilize this knowledge to better meet the needs of patrons coming to the reference desk for assistance.