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Slaves, Coloni, And Status Confusion In The Late Roman Empire, Hannah Basta Georgia State University

Slaves, Coloni, And Status Confusion In The Late Roman Empire, Hannah Basta

Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council Online Archive

From the dawn of the Roman Empire, slavery played a major and essential role in Roman society. While slavery never completely disappeared from ancient Roman society, its position in the Roman economy shifted at the beginning of the period called Late Antiquity (14 CE–500 CE). At this time, the slave system of the Roman world adjusted to a new category of labor. Overall, the numbers of slaves declined, an event that historian Ramsey MacMullen, drawing from legal debates and legislation of the period, attributes to the accumulation of debt and poverty among Roman citizens in the third century CE. One …

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The Relationship Between Stress, Coping Strategies, And Social Support Among Single Mothers, Nikitra Yvette Williams Walden University

The Relationship Between Stress, Coping Strategies, And Social Support Among Single Mothers, Nikitra Yvette Williams

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Researchers have neglected to focus on understanding the relationships between stress, coping, and social support among single mothers versus mothers who are not single. Knowledge regarding how single mothers' lives are affected by stress, social support, and coping is important, and such information can help readers better understand how effectively single mothers raise children compared with mothers who are not single. A convenience sample of 173 mothers completed this study. Participants in this study consisted of mothers who were (a) raising at least one child ages 18 and under who lives in the home and (b) who were between the …

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The Fight For Equality: Black Lives Matter, Success, & Social Media, Metyia K. Phillips University of San Francisco

The Fight For Equality: Black Lives Matter, Success, & Social Media, Metyia K. Phillips

Undergraduate Honors Theses

This thesis strives to assess how social media has impacted the success of the Black Lives Matter movement. By conducting a survey between September 30th, 2022 - October 12th, 2022, respondents were asked questions to gauge their attitudes about the Black Lives Matter movement, social media usage, and the success of the movement. The results of the survey (n=571) in conjunction with a 2016 Pew Research Center survey (n=2,144) were used to evaluate how social media has impacted the success of the Black Lives Matter movement. The survey was taken by a nonrandom group of respondents because I distributed the …

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The Grizzly, April 3, 1981, James Wilson, Barbara Foley, Kenneth C. Taylor, Jay Repko, Duncan C. Atkins, Jennifer Bassett, Janet Wegman, Martin Sacks, Joey Lazar Ursinus College

The Grizzly, April 3, 1981, James Wilson, Barbara Foley, Kenneth C. Taylor, Jay Repko, Duncan C. Atkins, Jennifer Bassett, Janet Wegman, Martin Sacks, Joey Lazar

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Board of Directors Elects Corey to Five Year Term • Fire Alarm and Damage Plague Beta Sig • Parents Day Packed With Fun • Resident Assistants Announced • Reagan's Programs • Departmental Focus: Political Science • Music News • Transplanted Texan: Cult of Violence • Franken and Davis Bring "Saturday Night" to Bomberger • ProTheatre's "Dream" Fresh and Funny • Pennsylvania Folk Art • Chamber Orchestra Salutes Bach • History Department Sponsors Phillies Contest • Men's Lacrosse Off to Slow Start • Thinclads Just Off F&M's Mark • Lacrosse 4th in Nation • Baseball Sweeps F&M

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The Information Literacy Imperative In Higher Education, Todd J. Wiebe Hope College

The Information Literacy Imperative In Higher Education, Todd J. Wiebe

Faculty Publications

This article contends that information literacy should be considered a standard component in a 21st century liberal education. It explores the role of libraries and librarians within this context while contrasting the "Google it" mentality with deep researching and critical thinking about information and the information-seeking process, both in libraries and in the free online environment.

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Writing A “Good” Autoethnography In Educational Research: A Modest Proposal, Ufuk Keleş Bahcesehir University, Istanbul

Writing A “Good” Autoethnography In Educational Research: A Modest Proposal, Ufuk Keleş

The Qualitative Report

In this paper, I first discuss what autoethnography is elaborating on an autoethnographic spectrum. Then, I draw on several scholars’ understanding of what a “good” autoethnography is and propose a list of suggestions to contribute to autoethnography’s conceptualization and operationalization in qualitative educational research in the future. Believing that a good autoethnography is the work of a scholar who aims for the witty hand of an artist and the sharp/critical mind of a social scientist, I suggest that a good autoethnography (a) creates a sense of transformation through a story of illumination, healing, understanding, and/or learning, (b) engages readers as …

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General Strain Theory And Prescription Drug Misuse Among Honors Students, Jordan Pedalono, Kelly Frailing Loyola University New Orleans

General Strain Theory And Prescription Drug Misuse Among Honors Students, Jordan Pedalono, Kelly Frailing

Journal of the National Collegiate Honors Council Online Archive

Drug overdoses are the leading cause of death for Americans under fifty years of age, having surpassed deaths from guns, HIV, and even car crashes. Clearly driving this trend is prescription drug misuse, especially of opioids. Of the over 62,000 drug overdose deaths in 2016 alone, a full third resulted from the misuse of prescription opioids such as Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Vicodin, and Morphine (Katz; NIDA; see also DHS). Evidence indicates that college students are among those losing their lives each year to prescription drug misuse (Spencer), but many facets of prescription drug misuse, including types, prevalence, and especially explanations, are …

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Academic And Social Effects Of Waldorf Education On Elementary School Students, Christian Zepeda California State University, Monterey Bay

Academic And Social Effects Of Waldorf Education On Elementary School Students, Christian Zepeda

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

As society becomes more critical of public education, alternative education systems are becoming more popular. The Waldorf education system, based on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, has increased in popularity and commonality each decade. Currently, 23 Waldorf institutions exist in California. With this increase in popularity, it is important to analyze and examine the effectiveness of this education philosophy. An examination of Waldorf education, through research and interviews of Waldorf teachers and administration, will provide parents and teachers with an understanding of its strengths and weaknesses. Ultimately, Waldorf education provides a positive environment for students, yielding positive effects but this …

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Lawrence, Volume 94, Number 1, Lawrence University Lawrence University

Lawrence, Volume 94, Number 1, Fall 2013, Lawrence University

Alumni Magazines

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The History Of Bryn Mawr, 1683-1900, Barbara Alyce Farrow Bryn Mawr College

The History Of Bryn Mawr, 1683-1900, Barbara Alyce Farrow

Books, pamphlets, catalogues, and scrapbooks

Based on a thesis submitted in 1957 to Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pennsylvania.

CONTENTS: Foreword (by Catherine Drinker Bowen); Preface; I-Introduction; II-Geography and Background; III-"Bryn Mawr" and "Harriton"; IV-Humphreysville; V-Roads; VI-Railroads; VII-Taverns, Hotels, and Inns; VIII-Development of Bryn Mawr; IX-The Religious Life; X-Education; XI-Town Development; XII-Conclusion; Index.

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Volume Cxliii, Number 14, February 16, 2024, Lawrence University 2024 Lawrence University

Volume Cxliii, Number 14, February 16, 2024, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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The Grizzly, February 15, 2024, Marie Sykes, Sidney Belleroche, Nicolas Ungurean, Renie Christensen, Mairead McDermott, Dominic Minicozzi, Adam Denn 2024 Ursinus College

The Grizzly, February 15, 2024, Marie Sykes, Sidney Belleroche, Nicolas Ungurean, Renie Christensen, Mairead Mcdermott, Dominic Minicozzi, Adam Denn

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Freedom, Transformation and Pathways: Spring Exhibits at the Berman • Ursinus Faculty Discusses Generative A.I. • An Artist's Craft: The Making of Running Away • Everybody Dies • Opinions: What Was Your Favorite Memory Studying Abroad? • Ursinus Athletics Crossword • Bears Come in the Clutch: Ursinus Reels Off Two Straight Victories

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Table Of Contents, 2024 Bard College

Table Of Contents

Early College Folio

(2023) "Table of Contents," Early College Folio: Vol. 3: Iss. 1, Article 1. Available at: https://digitalcommons.bard.edu/earlycollegefolio/vol3/iss1/1

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Table Of Contents/Foundations V, Volume 8(1), 2024, 2024 Cal Poly Humboldt

Table Of Contents/Foundations V, Volume 8(1), 2024

The International Journal of Ecopsychology (IJE)

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Volume Cxliii, Number 13, February 9, 2024, Lawrence University 2024 Lawrence University

Volume Cxliii, Number 13, February 9, 2024, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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The Grizzly, February 8, 2024, Marie Sykes, Sean McGinley, Kate Horan, Kathy Logan, Andrew J. Perez, Adam Denn, Dominic Minicozzi 2024 Ursinus College

The Grizzly, February 8, 2024, Marie Sykes, Sean Mcginley, Kate Horan, Kathy Logan, Andrew J. Perez, Adam Denn, Dominic Minicozzi

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Restructuring VP Positions • Steam Bending With Adriane Colburn • 2024 Watson Fellowship Finalists • The Writing Fellow Experience • Jasmine's Journey of Sushi • Swimmers Gear Up for Champs • Senior Day Sweep: Ursinus College Men's Wrestling

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Volume Cxliii, Number 12, February 2, 2024, Lawrence University 2024 Lawrence University

Volume Cxliii, Number 12, February 2, 2024, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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Volume Cxliii, Number 11, January 26, 2024, Lawrence University 2024 Lawrence University

Volume Cxliii, Number 11, January 26, 2024, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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Please Support Umaine Students, Emily A. Haddad, University of Maine Foundation 2024 Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Please Support Umaine Students, Emily A. Haddad, University Of Maine Foundation

General University of Maine Publications

Fundraising letter from Dean Emily A. Haddad to alumni of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

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Volume Cxliii, Number 9, January 12, 2024, Lawrence University 2024 Lawrence University

Volume Cxliii, Number 9, January 12, 2024, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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Best Practices For English Learners With Disabilities In Us Schools – A Systematic Review, Samiratu Bashiru, Jennifer E. Smith 2023 Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana

Best Practices For English Learners With Disabilities In Us Schools – A Systematic Review, Samiratu Bashiru, Jennifer E. Smith

Journal of English Learner Education

This systematic review investigated best practices for enhancing academic achievement among English Learners with Disabilities (ELDs) in US schools. By examining 17 peer-reviewed articles and comparing them to the CEC 2014 Quality Indicators, the study identifies significant practices, including culturally responsive methods, technology integration, evidence-based strategies, addressing service delivery challenges, and improving assessment tools. This review has limitations related to inconsistent terminology and highlights the need for standardized language and continued research. It recommends integrating culturally responsive practices, leveraging technology, and refining inclusive assessment tools. This review provides educators, policymakers, and researchers insights, emphasizing ongoing teacher development and policy alignment …

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The Latino Cultural Center: Higher Education And The Importance Of Community, Kamilah Mercedes Valentín Díaz 2023 Purdue University

The Latino Cultural Center: Higher Education And The Importance Of Community, Kamilah Mercedes Valentín Díaz

Purdue Journal of Service-Learning and International Engagement

The Latino Cultural Center (LCC) at Purdue University is 1 of 2 in the state of Indiana, with the other housed at Indiana University. Choosing to pursue higher education has its challenges, but not everyone has access to the same resources or community support that helps make the process easier. The LCC, like the other cultural centers on campus, is vital in distributing resources that aid in student success. They work to create an inclusive environment for the entire campus community by fostering meaningful dialogue and cultural understanding of the Latino/e/x community. They aim to support Latino/e/x faculty and staff …

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Letter From The Editor In Chief, Jeffrey Lee 2023 UMass Global

Letter From The Editor In Chief, Jeffrey Lee

Transform

The TRANSFORM journal is a space for leaders, mentors, researchers, and practitioners of transformational leadership to be seen, heard, and valued; it is a place for making connections. Relationship-building is central to transformational leadership at all levels of an organization; this fundamental truth is a trending topic in literature. Otherwise, however, leadership can be an isolating experience.

As an ethnographer, I believe the best way to launch an academic, peer-reviewed journal is to do what I do best: storytelling. I want to share my thoughts on transformational leadership through a story in the form of a letter to my younger …

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The Grizzly, December 7, 2023, Marie Sykes, Erin Corcoran, Georgia Gardner, Hannah Conley, Kate Horan, Sean McGinley, Amelia Kunko, Dominic Minicozzi 2023 Ursinus College

The Grizzly, December 7, 2023, Marie Sykes, Erin Corcoran, Georgia Gardner, Hannah Conley, Kate Horan, Sean Mcginley, Amelia Kunko, Dominic Minicozzi

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Spring 2023 Recap • Fall 2023 Recap • Farewell From the News Editor • Farewell From the Web Editor • Students Surprise With Spotify Wrapped Lists • 2023 Crossword • Reflections From Ursinus' December Graduates • Ursinus Athletics Fall 2023 Recap: Men's • Ursinus Athletics Fall 2023 Recap: Women's

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Impact Of Technology On K-8 Students' Learning Post-Covid-19, Vincent Rodriguez 2023 California State University, Monterey Bay

Impact Of Technology On K-8 Students' Learning Post-Covid-19, Vincent Rodriguez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This research project aims to examine the impact of technology on K-8 students' learning post-COVID-19 and how technology in the classroom helps students achieve academic success. With the difficulties that the COVID-19 pandemic had on students, this study will dive deep into the depths of technology's use in today's education system. Through the use of a literature review, interviews with teachers, and surveys from 7th & 8th-grade students, the findings indicated that technology plays a crucial role in students learning and teaching. We are moving away from the traditional classroom of books and paper and into a new era of …

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Homework Perpetuating Inequalities For Low-Income Families In Education, Eileen Boyd 2023 California State University, Monterey Bay

Homework Perpetuating Inequalities For Low-Income Families In Education, Eileen Boyd

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This capstone project delves into the persistent issue of homework perpetuating inequalities among low-income families. Drawing on insights from North American public school teachers who have shared their perspectives and experiences, this research employs a combination of literature reviews, teacher interviews, and anonymous surveys. The collective evidence underscores the unsettling fact that homework drives educational disparities. Consequently, it calls for a broader acknowledgment among educators and schools that homework often hinders rather than enhances a student's academic achievements.

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De-Colonizing Media Literacy: An Indigenous Positive Deviance Case Study Of A Guam-Texas Community Empowering Civic Education For Inafaâ??Maolek Self-Determination, Roque Aguon 2023 University of Texas at El Paso

De-Colonizing Media Literacy: An Indigenous Positive Deviance Case Study Of A Guam-Texas Community Empowering Civic Education For Inafaâ??Maolek Self-Determination, Roque Aguon

Open Access Theses & Dissertations

ABSTRACT

DE-COLONIZING MEDIA LITERACY: AN INDIGENOUS POSITIVE DEVIANCE CASE STUDY OF A GUAM-TEXAS COMMUNITY EMPOWERING CIVIC EDUCATION FOR INAFA’MAOLEK SELF-DETERMINATION

This case study delves into the realm of civic and media education within varied municipalities in Guam and Texas, which, to date, have been underexplored by contemporary Indigenous social science researchers within the dominant white culture. The investigation focuses on elucidating how influencers from diverse cultural groups employ education and propaganda in the municipal public policy-making process, contributing to holistic community development, democratic citizenship education, and social transformation. The primary aim of this study is to underscore the imperative need …

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The Grizzly, November 30, 2023, Marie Sykes, Kathy Logan, Erin Corcoran, Michael Nieves-Hoblin, Theodora Zeibekis, Kate Horan, Sophia Kumar, Quadai Brown, Adam Denn 2023 Ursinus College

The Grizzly, November 30, 2023, Marie Sykes, Kathy Logan, Erin Corcoran, Michael Nieves-Hoblin, Theodora Zeibekis, Kate Horan, Sophia Kumar, Quadai Brown, Adam Denn

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Mathematics Department Grants • Grizzly Groupings • New Majors Added • Lean the F*ck Out: Dr. Talia Argondezzi's Anti-Self-Help Self-Help Book • Escape Velocity: EVE • Revisiting Cafe 2020: Slaying or Slacking? • Test Your Ursinus Sports Knowledge! • Ursinus Swimming is Built Different

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Volume Cxliii, Number 8, November 10, 2023, Lawrence University 2023 Lawrence University

Volume Cxliii, Number 8, November 10, 2023, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

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The Grizzly, November 16, 2023, Marie Sykes, Sidney Belleroche, Isabel Martinez-Robles, Erin Corcoran, Zachary Hassett, Andrew J. Perez, Charlotte DiLello, Dominic Minicozzi 2023 Ursinus College

The Grizzly, November 16, 2023, Marie Sykes, Sidney Belleroche, Isabel Martinez-Robles, Erin Corcoran, Zachary Hassett, Andrew J. Perez, Charlotte Dilello, Dominic Minicozzi

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Fantastic Strings Ensemble • Crossword • Celebration of Lights (In Photos) • A Conversation With Ursinus' Archivist, Carolyn Weigel • Food Forest Continues to Grow • The Creative Collegeville Italian Bakery • From Opponent to Family Member: Natalie Mehl's Journey • Ursinus Football Punches Their Ticket to the Postseason

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