James Madison University
Loma Linda University
Oklahoma State University
University of Pennsylvania
Dominican University of California
The University of Akron
Grand Valley State University
University of Arkansas
Obstetrics/Gynecology, Aurora Sheboygan Clinic, Aurora Health Care
San Antonio Texas, USA
Little Brown Bird,
2020
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Little Brown Bird, Peyton C. Morss-Walton
Streams of Consciousness
A personal essay reflecting on patient care and loss in medical school.
Berlin Prize 2020 First Place Winning Submission
Mijo,
2020
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Mijo, Cesar Rodriguez
Streams of Consciousness
A reflective writing piece from a memorable experience during the first year of medical school.
Berlin Prize 2020 Second Place Winning Submission
Untitled,
2020
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Untitled, Naideline Raymond
Streams of Consciousness
The poem ‘Untitled’ was inspired by the loss I fear. I wrote this poem to convince myself not to be afraid of loss but to welcome it and be okay with it when it comes. I wrote "Untitled" to remember that love transcends all.
A boy loses his father at a young age. Later, loses his mother and through it all he never feels alone.
Berlin Prize 2020 Honorable Mention Winning Submission
Lugar Sagrado: A Sacred Place,
2020
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Lugar Sagrado: A Sacred Place, Bennett E. Vogt
Streams of Consciousness
The intent of publishing is to share my work of fiction about a young boy facing both his own and his mother’s mortality in the context of a chronic illness. The piece was originally created for a creative writing course, but was never published, and has been edited since into its current form.
Berlin Prize 2020 Third Place Winning Submission
Heroism,
2020
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Heroism, Elham Ahmadi
Streams of Consciousness
Berlin Prize 2020 Honorable Mention Winning Submission
Birthday Wish,
2020
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Birthday Wish, Amber Sarkar Md
Streams of Consciousness
A family doctor reflects on the deaths of mothers in her practice who have died during the past year, as she approaches the age of their death.
A Battle For Hope,
2020
University of New England
A Battle For Hope, Kaline E. Mulvihill
Akesis
I have friends and family members working in all aspects of the medical system. They are PAs, PTs, nurses, doctors, caregivers, and support staff. They are on the frontline in the brutal battle against Covid-19. This is their story. It is a story about fear, duty, strength, and finding hope. While we adapt to this new normal and cope with the ever-changing landscape, we have to remember that we are all in this fight together.
Broken With Nature,
2020
University of New England
Broken With Nature, Meghan Bowler
Akesis
This is a short reflection on two separate periods of intense mental and physical self-healing. Nature removed me from the imprisonment of my own mind around 8 years ago, only to fall back into its grips after a recent hip surgery. Hiking/physical activity was the only form of therapy that I was vulnerable enough to let heal me. It would break me down mentally and physically while rebuilding me at the same time. Some information was derived from personal journal entries but all are very relevant to each and every hike I take today.
Tides,
2020
University of New England
Tides, Paul S. Eo
Akesis
This photo is an overhead shot of the waves breaking at Pine Point beach. This represents so much for me. In these times of uncertainty it gives me hope that the tides will eventually turn. And just like the tides, this too will take a turn for the better. It also represents the healing and cleansing qualities of the sea.
New Hope,
2020
Spouse of UNE Student
New Hope, Gerhard H. Laurich
Akesis
While moving across the country with my fiance for a clinical placement in December our tree suffered greatly from the cold nights in the car; we were sure it was dead when we finally got to our destination but the trunk hadn't yet turned brown and gotten weak so we kept it, watered it, and gave it a chance. A couple weeks later we noticed that there were a couple new buds sprouting from the trunk lower down. It just goes to show that no matter how hard life gets, there is always reason to hope, to try, and ...
Motus Habitus: An Anatomical Ethnography,
2020
University of New England
Motus Habitus: An Anatomical Ethnography, Michael Cyr, Jordan G. Lamb
Akesis
Although this project began long before the release of Akesis' Spring theme, it perfectly encapsulates adaptation in many ways. The response to the recent pandemic and the disruption to people's daily routines has caused us to reflect on the ways we experience our bodies and minds in the absence of work, recreation, sociality, and movement. Movement, a key to human health and happiness, has been greatly restrained as most of us are confined to our living quarters. Now more than ever it is important to acknowledge the effects of lifestyle on body and health and find creative ways to ...
Decision 2020,
2020
University of New England
Decision 2020, Rolene Yousefyan
Akesis
The materials used to create this piece were chalk pastels. The inspiration behind this drawing was the difficult decisions we all have had to make at some point throughout our lives. No matter the reason why we made these decisions, there is no changing them and they may forever change the pathways of our lives.
Those Who Can Pay: The Impact Of Socioeconomic Status In Long Term Care,
2020
Kansas State University
Those Who Can Pay: The Impact Of Socioeconomic Status In Long Term Care, Desiree Schippers
Crossing Borders: A Multidisciplinary Journal of Undergraduate Scholarship
In this personal essay I explore the disparities between two different state funded long term care facilities. After completing four months of field work living in a nursing home, I synthesize my experiences both as a long term care resident and employee into a work of creative nonfiction. I include information from interviews with experts on long term care funding, finance officers at the facilities, and refer to state long term care laws.
A Study Of Physician Preparedness In Relation To Religious Diversification: Examination Of Policy, Education, Training, And Experience,
2020
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
A Study Of Physician Preparedness In Relation To Religious Diversification: Examination Of Policy, Education, Training, And Experience, Austin P. Hoffarth
Chancellor’s Honors Program Projects
No abstract provided.
The Healing Properties Of Interactive Art: Creating A Proposal For Art Within A Hospital Environment,
2020
University of Nebraska at Omaha
The Healing Properties Of Interactive Art: Creating A Proposal For Art Within A Hospital Environment, Alexandra Chase
Theses/Capstones/Creative Projects
The consumption of art and interaction with it can be beneficial to individuals in many different ways. Play and exploration engage the mind and can have positive effects, no matter how small. Within a medical setting, this type of interactive art can promote healing within patients by engaging their bodies and minds. With these ideas in mind, the Children’s Hospital and Medical Center (CHMC) put out a call for an interactive sculpture piece to be created for their upcoming building expansion. My piece, Garden Lanterns, was then conceptualized in order to fulfill their requirements and embrace the idea of ...
The Impact Of Healing Arts On Students At The University Of Nebraska At Omaha,
2020
University of Nebraska at Omaha
The Impact Of Healing Arts On Students At The University Of Nebraska At Omaha, Wala Albahrani
Theses/Capstones/Creative Projects
A recently emerging way to decrease stress of individuals is by practicing therapeutic art. The aim of this form of therapy is to provide a sense of expression and relief to individuals who suffer from constant anxiety and stress. Therapeutic art can be performed by a therapy session where an individual express themselves using art to communicate their thoughts and emotions. Since this form of therapy does not require artistic sense or skills, many individuals can benefit from it. Moreover, another form of this therapy is surrounding stressed individuals with calming art, such as photography, music, sculpture, and painting, etc ...
Investigating The Role Of Income Inequality In The Impact Of Natural Disasters In Lower Middle-Income Countries,
2020
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Investigating The Role Of Income Inequality In The Impact Of Natural Disasters In Lower Middle-Income Countries, Madison L. Graham
Chancellor’s Honors Program Projects
No abstract provided.
Nicaraguan Homeowner Showing Gratitude For Concrete Flooring As Part Of A Public Health Mission Trip,
2020
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Nicaraguan Homeowner Showing Gratitude For Concrete Flooring As Part Of A Public Health Mission Trip, Breonna Kinnison
HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
I’m Bree Kinnison, a fourth-year medical student and aspiring psychiatrist. When I’m not studying, I enjoy painting using acrylics. This painting depicts a very fond memory of mine. After completing the medical portion of our mission trip in Nicaragua, we began our public health portion. Along with fellow students, I laid concrete flooring in this woman’s house. For all 76 years of her life, she had never experienced anything other than a dirt floor in her home. Traditional dirt flooring in Nicaraguan homes is responsible for many preventable illnesses. When shown the final product, she reached out ...
Using Fitbit Competitions To Increase Physical Activity In College Students,
2020
Texas A&M University
Using Fitbit Competitions To Increase Physical Activity In College Students, Omar Ramirez
2020 JHU Richard Macksey National Undergraduate Humanities Research Symposium
Only one in four college students meet the current federal Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans of engaging in ~150 min/week of exercise (Raynor & Jankowiak, 2010). The advancement of technology, especially in the acquisition of physical activity data combined with the desire for virtual social interaction, has not been studied in college students. It is unknown if physical activity trackers and accompanying mobile apps, such as Fitbit, could motivate college students to be more physically active. It was hypothesized that wearing a Fitbit watch and participating in weekly competitions via the app will increase weekly step counts in college students ...
Finding Common Threads: How Patients, Physicians And Nurses Perceive The Patient Gown,
2020
Penn State College of Medicine
Finding Common Threads: How Patients, Physicians And Nurses Perceive The Patient Gown, Christy M. Lucas, Cheryl Dellasega
Patient Experience Journal
Evidence-based care is standard practice in medicine, but the patient gown has fallen outside the scope of scholarly research. The current gown renders a patient vulnerable, diminishing patients’ sense of identity, agency, and dignity with its one-size-fits-none design. The impact on providers is similarly neglected. Our objective was to explore how patients and providers derive meaning from patient gowns. A convenience sample at an academic medical center was interviewed utilizing a standardized framework developed by a medical student and two PhD-prepared researchers with experience in qualitative methods. The study was inductive in nature, seeking to understand perceptions of the patient ...
