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Cognitive Impairment And Hearing Loss In The Rio Grande Valley: A Retrospective Study Of Alzheimer's, Dementia, And Mild Cognitive Impairment, Victoria Elizondo, Antoinette Burrell, Chantal Uzoma, Desiree Brewer, Naya Williams, Erica Burrell-Walker, Kelsey Baker

Research Colloquium

Background: Millions of US adults experience underrecognized hearing loss, despite effective treatments. Interestingly, hearing loss has been suggested to be further exacerbated in populations of Alzheimer’s Disease. It is hypothesized that structural and functional features of auditory brain organization, which make it vulnerable to neurodegeneration, may heighten susceptibility to hearing loss, although it is unclear how ethnicity impacts its epidemiology. Here, we sought to address this gap by exploring the association between self-reported hearing loss and cognitive decline in Hispanic and non-Hispanic patients across the Rio Grande Valley (RGV).

Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of the UTHealth RGV electronic …

Acculturation Stress And The Rise In Alcohol Use Among Latina Women In The U.S., Carolina M. Vela, Noe Garza, Ihsan Salloum

Research Colloquium

Background: Epidemiological surveys and world status reports consistently indicate the gap between alcohol consumption in men and women in the United States has been closing steadily over the past 25 years. Particularly, more women now than ever are engaging in alcohol-related risk behavior such as binge drinking, catching up to those of their male counterparts. Data from national surveys conducted between 2000 and 2016 suggests that the number of people above 18 who drink each year increased for women but decreased for men. This trend is consistent amongst Latina women. College-aged, American Latinas in are drinking more frequently and more …

Vysion Software, Isaias Hernandez-Dominguez Jr, Chander Luderman Miller

2024 Symposium

Vision loss presents significant challenges in daily life. Existing solutions for blind and visually impaired individuals are often limited in functionality, expensive, or complex to use. Vysion Software addresses this gap by developing a user-friendly, all-in-one AI companion app that provides features including text summarization, real-time audio descriptions, and AI-enhanced navigation. This project details the development plan, initial functionalities, and future vision for Vysion Software.

Liaison Librarians And The Un Sustainability Development Goals, Ilana Stonebraker

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), first adopted in 2012, have worked in tandem with worldwide climate concerns to alter the way we approach the environment, poverty, gender inequality, hunger and worldwide trade.

This short lightning talk will describe the results from a retreat of eight librarians in the sciences and the social sciences on the topic of the UN Sustainability Development Goals. It will present the results of the retreat, including how liaison librarians across the disciplines can view their work from a global lens.

Practical And Ethical Considerations Of Using Ai Tools In Academic Research, Rhonda J Mcginnis

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

This presentation will touch on several matters that researchers should consider before using AI-powered tools in their research. Can Ai be listed as an author? Can they use AI for peer reviewing tasks? What are the conventions for citing AI content in a paper? This talk will discuss the current state of affairs in each of these areas.

The Impact Of Ai On Research Overproduction: Evidence In Search Results, Michael Deike

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

The release of generative AI products has raised numerous questions in the library information environment. One area which raises many concerns surrounding the use of AI is scholarly publication. The presence of AI raises numerous questions in relation to ethics of applying it in the production of academic research, and many academic publishers have not yet implemented standards for the use of AI regarding use, attribution, transparency, or disclosure. While difficult to prove with certainty in most cases, there is evidence via search results in popular databases to suggest the use of AI is having a noticeable impact on the …

Financial Fitness Month: An Example Of Multi-Library Programming, Janet K. Windeguth

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

A lightning talk for the 2024 Midwestern Business Librarians Summit.

Pseo Explorer – Another Tool For Business Librarians Working With Career Services Departments., Zac Grisham

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

No abstract provided.

The Importance Of Inventory, Bryan Brugger

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

This lightning talk covers the basics of performing an inventory, and includes some of the highlights from the most current inventory being performed at the Northbrook Public Library.

Alcohol And The Resulting Consequences Of Delirium Tremens, Nicasio L. Santos

2024 Symposium

Alcohol is a depressant drug, inhibiting the function of the central nervous system (CNS) and neurons in the mind (Greenberg, 1953). This results in physiological effects that are typical of an inhibited CNS; slowing of the heartbeat and breathing, and decreasing blood pressure (Scorzelli & Chaudhry, 2009). However, this inhibition of both the CNS and the neural chemistry develops a tolerance, and in turn withdrawal symptoms (Polli et al., 2023). These withdrawal symptoms are the inverse of the inhibition caused by the depressant effects of alcohol (i.e., an overactive CNS, increased activity of neurons; Smith-Alnimer & Watford, 2004). In extreme …

Beats Week: Equitably Engaging Emerging Entrepreneurs, Alexandra Howard

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

No abstract provided.

Launching Success: Introducing The "Start-Up Business Binder", Michelle E. Doshi

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

Developed in collaboration with the Lake County Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the "Start-Up Business Binder'' is a valuable resource for entry-level entrepreneurs. Our session will unveil the comprehensive resource designed to help libraries guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the crucial first steps of launching a new business.

The Start-Up Business Binder serves as a roadmap for new entrepreneurs, offering practical advice, links to Library resources and collections, and step-by-step instructions on essential aspects of starting a business. From creating a business plan to navigating legal requirements and understanding financial basics, this resource covers all the crucial first steps necessary for …

Resources Librarians Recommend To Student Consultants: Findings From 32 Interviews, Carissa Phillips

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

No abstract provided.

Come On Down! Using The Mentimeter Quiz Function For Instruction, Jennifer Horne

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

One unavoidable element of instruction for business librarians is what I call the “database show and tell” – when an instructor wants you to demonstrate resources that help students complete an assignment. Too often it ends up being “here’s Database X and this is what you should use it for. Here’s Database Y and it’s best for this purpose.” To make this instruction more interesting for students (and for me!), I started using the Mentimeter quiz competition function in large marketing capstone classes where I typically introduce three databases. In addition to being interactive, it includes gaming elements such as …

Optimizing Your Instruction Sessions: Considerations For Creating Effective Handouts And Other Supplementary Materials, Ryan E. Yoakum

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

This session is designed to quickly showcase some ideas and suggestions for deciding how to go about creating supplementary materials for your class sessions. This may either serve to reinforce the ideas discussed in the class session or to cover material traditionally done in a database demonstration so that you can use your class time more for more effective purposes. The session will cover the importance of supplementary materials in adding to your session as well as displaying some different resources and how each contributed to a different type of class session.

The Asynchronous Business Case: Student Response To An Online Case Study Model For Information Literacy, Lumarie Guth

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

In business schools, the case study is a commonly used instructional tool. It give students the opportunity to employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills within a safe, realistic scenario and can be considered experiential learning. A librarian at a mid-sized R2 public institution transitioned the case study model from synchronous instruction into two asynchronous online tutorials. The case studies have evolved over the years to: incorporate online instructional best practices, increase engagement, focus on sustainability topics, and follow a common industry theme. Qualitative feedback from respondents was positive and provided insights on how to build an effective and relatable scenario.

Scaffolding Success: Jumpstarting Freshmen Into Business Research, Kierra Holst

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

A short presentation covering the ongoing goals for reintroducing business library instruction to incoming freshman.

Embedding To Improve: Information Literacy Prep, Instruction & Assessment For An Entry-Level Business Course, Rebecca E. Paulraj

Midwest Business Librarian Summit (MBLS)

Lighting talk

Atmospheres Of Ableism: A Phenomenological Exploration Of Everyday Encounters, Kelly Parke

2024 Symposium

Campbell and Nario-Redmond explain that ableism entails explicit and implicit biases that manifest at every level of social life. At the same time, Taussig describes ableism as "the atmosphere we breathe." Disability Studies scholarship has done much to identify how ableism operates in the everyday lives of disabled and non-disabled people alike; however, little work has been done to articulate it in terms of the atmospheric quality that Taussig discusses.

Building on Taussig's assessment of ableism in conjunction with Casey's similar articulation of the atmosphere of emotion, this paper addresses the findings of an online qualitative survey distributed to adults …

Una Conversación Con Cafecito Y Pan Dulce: Engaging With Convivencia Testimonial In Adult Educational Research, Cindy Peña, Jessica M. Quintero

Adult Education Research Conference

Convivencia Testimonial (CvT), what is it, how is it applicable in adult educational research and what are its implications? We explore this topic through a discussion via empirical research.

Artificial Intelligence And Graduate Research – The Possibilities, Limitations, And Guardrails, Yugant Patra

Adult Education Research Conference

Artificial Intelligence tools are evolving as important instruments in graduate-level research. This round table will discuss the use of such tools and the need to maintain the authenticity and rigor of the qualitative graduate research process.

Enhancing Community Policing: Exploring Formal Learning Experiences Among Urban Police Officers, Kyle Znamenak

Adult Education Research Conference

This ground theory study investigated the formal learning experiences that enable police officers to acquire knowledge and skills related to community relations in an urban environment.

Knock And The Door Shall Be Opened Unto You, Using Strength And Conditioning As A Tool To Open Doors For Ministry, Tim Dornemann

CSKLS Annual Conference

This professional presentation will discuss how the power of meeting a need can open doors for ministry. Christian Sports Performance Ministry utilizes strength and conditioning to encourage, equip, and enable athletes, coaches, and educators to create relationships through which the Gospel can be shared. In areas of the world where current conditioning methods are not commonplace, education on how to enhance physical performance can be very attractive.

In conjunction with Athletes in Action Philippines, Christian Sports Performance has successfully been using strength and conditioning to open doors for ministry since 2011. Initially, a skill-based training system was developed and used …

Ncaa Division Iii Student-Athletes’ Perceptions Of Faith Informed Coaching, Sean M. Strehlow, Nadia Huggard, Ethan Kiggins, Caleb Narber

CSKLS Annual Conference

Over the past several decades, increased scholarly attention has been placed on the role of faith in coaching pedagogy within Christian contexts. However, research on faith and coaching has yet to include student-athletes’ perceptions of their own coach’s ability to integrate their faith. Without the student-athlete perspective on faith and coaching, questions remain about the efficacy of faith informed coaching practices and whether those practices are experienced as intended by athletes. This presentation offers some preliminary findings from a case study conducted on one athletic program at a small, Christian liberal arts institution. These findings include qualitative data from coaches …

Mukha Bhastrika On Reaction Time In Male High School Athletes: A Pilot Study, Malachi D. Ruiz, Matthew D. Ruiz

CSKLS Annual Conference

This pilot study investigates the potential impact of yoga (Mukha Bhastrika) practice on reaction time in male high school athletes. While existing literature emphasizes the importance of reaction time in contact sports and the potential of calming exercises like yoga to reduce it, there remains a gap in the literature focusing on male high school athletes in contact sports. This pilot study utilized a randomized controlled trial with ten male high school athletes. The participants were divided into two groups: one practicing Mukha Bhastrika and the other serving as a control group which simply rested between reaction time tests. Reaction …

The Impact Of Virtual Reality Training On Women’S Collegiate Tennis In Physical And Mental Performance, Megan Leblanc, Jordan Schools

CSKLS Annual Conference

This presentation focuses on the use of virtual reality (VR) in mental preparation among collegiate tennis players. In addition it explores the ways that VR and EEG can be used to enhance feeling of preparedness and prime the mind for performance.

Immersive Training: Elevating Athlete Performance And Cognitive Focus With Vr And Eeg Integration, Calvin Lopez, Jordan Schools

CSKLS Annual Conference

The pursuit of optimal athletic performance and mental focus has long been a central focus in sports science research. In recent years, the integration of virtual reality (VR) technology has emerged as a promising avenue for enhancing athlete development. This abstract presents findings from a case study investigating the efficacy of using Meta Quest 2 VR headsets coupled with EEG headbands to track and improve focus and mental preparedness levels in athletes. The study employed a case study methodology, focusing on the use of VR technology to enhance athlete performance and mental focus. Specifically, the research aimed to assess the …

Cultivating Gratitude In Christian Sport Professionals, Julie Powell

CSKLS Annual Conference

Using the framework of the eight dimensions of wellness and the five habits of a flourishing life, this presentation will focus on how to cultivate the virtue of gratitude and thanksgiving in order to combat the undesirable vice of entitlement. This presentation will outline what gratitude is, how we express it, and how to embody it as a part of our character. Cultivating a grateful disposition can be the result of practicing spiritual disciplines and the session will brainstorm ideas of how this might look in our current profession and in our personal lives.

Tough Conversations In The Classroom, Dale Connally, David Waddell

CSKLS Annual Conference

There are quite a few topics of discussion that can be difficult within the curricula for Recreation and Leisure, Health Professions, Sport and other disciplines within CSKLS. These might include environmental stewardship, immigration, political funding for programs, LGTBQ matters, racial discrimination, and DEI. We will explore some approaches gleaned from secular pedagogy sources. We will present useful techniques for planning discussions, facilitating, and following up after discussion. We will discuss differences between teaching at a public institution and a faith-based institution. The presenters will give a couple of examples from their classes for discussion. Attendees will be encouraged to engage …

Data Collection For Understanding The Dynamics And Characteristics Of Forced Child Begging In Mexico City, Nicole Gallego

SMU Human Trafficking Data Conference

No abstract provided.