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Reading The Pattern In "The Yellow Wallpaper", Sarah Silverstein

Undergraduate Student Symposium

This paper is a literary analysis of Charlotte Perkins Gilman‘s short story, "The Yellow Wallpaper." In the story the unnamed protagonist is diagnosed with a "nervous disease" and confined to a nursery/bedroom in "ancestral halls" (253). Ironically, it is through this nursery that serves as a prison cell for the captive and ill woman that she finds her voice and her freedom. This paper examines the symbolic devices and imagery that reflect her struggle and provide an escape route for women confined to an oppressive child-like status. Her diary entries are the mechanism whereby she records her observations and examines …

Dna Fingerprinting And Whole Genome Replication For The Identification Of Bacteria, Justin Piacentino, Shilpa Kailas

Undergraduate Student Symposium

Prokaryotes are typically clonal in nature due to their rapid reproduction by binary fission, but some molecular genetics methods exist to differentiate various bacterial species. In this experiment, common bacteria were grown in nutrient broth before their DNA was extracted. Repetitive DNA sequences that are universal to a variety of bacteria were then targeted in the polymerase chain reaction (REP-PCR) using ERIC primers.The bacterial DNA was then quantified using gel electrophoresis to form a ―fingerprint‖of distinct bands for each bacterial species. The Repli-g procedure was then performed to amplify the amount of DNA going into the REP-PCR replication, while testing …

Data Networking Lab Implementation Using Virtualization, Carolina Usbeck

Undergraduate Student Symposium

Conventional computer laboratory is expensive and it requires expensive cabling and routers to set up. It also requires careful hardware planning and implementation that can take weeks to implement. We are demonstrating an implementation of a computer- networking laboratory on a single machine that each student can implement on his or her own machine using virtualization. The laboratory is tested with sample networking experiments. The laboratory will be delivered as a software appliance that can be made available to all students in taking computer-networking courses. The implementation is done using completely free or open source software packages.

Bohemian Classicism: An Analysis And Performance Of Jiri Georg Benda’S Piano Sonatina In A Minor, Michelle Mi-Le Kim

Undergraduate Student Symposium

The piano sonatinas of Bohemian composer Jiri Georg Benda occupy animportant place in Benda‘s compositional output. This poster will explore theessential parts of sonatina form and include an analysis that shows the unique way in which Benda‘s sonatina in A minor exemplifies the form. This presentation willinclude a recording of the author‘s performance of the piece as informed by her theoretical analysis.

Acid Rain: Adversity On Atmospheric Carbon, Andrew Lister, Hannah Bromberg, Kayla Mancuso

Undergraduate Student Symposium

―Acid Rain is the deposition of wet and dry acidic pollutants that have been shown tocause damage to the environment. Dissolved atmospheric carbon dioxide in clouds and rain undergoes a chemical reaction with water to form carbonic acid, thereby changing the pH of unpolluted rain water from 7.0 to 5.7. When unpolluted rain acquires additional acidity through the reactions of air pollutants with water, stronger acids are formed. Deposits from acid rain on the earth‘s surface have adverse effects on oceans,forests, soils, organisms, buildings and mankind. Acid rain clearly has an adverse affect on the carbon cycle of the atmosphere.

Modeling Health Care Data Using Regression Analysis, Giovanna Revano, Diana Jablansky

Undergraduate Student Symposium

In this presentation, we use a multiple regression analysis technique to build a regression model to predict body mass index (BMI) for a person given some predictors like age, height, weight, waist, gender, etc. Data from the U.S department of health and human services, national center for health statistics, third national health and nutrition examination survey will be used to build the regression model. We will use the method of least squares to fit the data and get estimates of the parameters. Predictors will be tested for significance, model assumptions will be checked, and model diagnostics will be used to …

Making The Nsu Film Symposium, Philip Ortiz

Undergraduate Student Symposium

"Making the NSU Film Symposium" is a short documentary film about the students who participate in the production of short films. This documentary is directed by Philip Ortiz. Other crew members include Adam Walters, Michael McGregor, and Japheth Pizarro. This documentary will feature interviews with past and present student participants in the NSU Film Symposium. There will also be short clips from instructional workshop presentations.

A Study Of Lifespan In The United States, Jacqueline Carrion

Undergraduate Student Symposium

In this project, a regression analysis study is conducted to see if the average lifespan (LIFE) in the United States is related to the following six characteristics: MALE, the ratio of male to female in percentage, BIRTH, the birth rate per 1000 population, DIVORCE, the divorce rate per 1000 population, BEDS, the hospital beds per 100,000 population, EDUCATION, the percentage of population 25 years or older having completed 16 years of school, and INCOME, the per capita income. In this study, the outliers and the influential observations will be identified by looking at various statistics, such as RESIDUAL, STUDENTIZED RESIDUALS, …

Com Outlook Spring 2009, College Of Osteopathic Medicine

COM Outlook

No abstract provided.

Spring 2009 Farquhar Forum, Farquhar College Of Arts And Sciences

The Farquhar Forum College Magazine

No abstract provided.

Guiding Principles For Chronic Disease Management For Vulnerable And Disadvantaged People: Pilot Study Findings, Karen Grimmer-Somers, Michelle Guerin, Julie Luker, Di Jones, Maria Zucco

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Background: The need for chronic disease self-management (CDS-M) is increasing worldwide. CDS-M programs are variably effective for vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals. Objectives: The objects of this study were 1) To explore experiences of health workers leading CDS-M programs for vulnerable and disadvantaged populations, and 2) To develop guiding principles for the delivery of more effective CDS-M programs for vulnerable and disadvantaged populations. Methods: Two focus groups were undertaken, with all primary health workers, and allied health (AH) staff in a large community centre in an Australian city, who worked with vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals with chronic disease. Results: Consistent messages …

Acclimatization To Heat During Preseason Football Practices At A Division I University: A Pilot Study, Valerie W. Herzog, Timothy Ruden, Rodney A. Hansen, Molly Smith, David Berry

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine core temperature (TC) and markers of dehydration during one-a-day (D1) practices compared to two-a-day (D2) practices. Methods: Twenty-five National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) football players volunteered to participate in the study, with thirteen subjects providing data for all four practices. Each subject was measured prior to and following D1 and D2 practices and tested for body mass, core temperature, supine and standing blood pressure, and blood volume changes. Environmental temperature, humidity and barometric pressure were measured at the practice field during the last hour of …

The Current Volume 19: Issue 24, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.

Role Of The Elected Panchayat Samity Members In National Health And Family Welfare Programs: A Case Study, Subhash Barman

The Qualitative Report

The geographical area of this study is West Bengal - a constituent state (province) of India. The state government policy aims at administrative decentralization through Panchayats (or Village Councils) in rural areas. It is a 3-tier system, comprising a Gram Panchayat in every village, Panchayat Samity (block level), and Zilla Parishad (district level). Focusing mainly on Panchayat Samity members, the study explores the knowledge, attitudes, participation, and involvement of the Panchayat Samity members in National Health and Family Welfare Programs. The categories of respondents are the Health Committee members of Panchayat Samity, and health personnel of Block Primary Health Center …

Exploring How Factors Impact The Activities And Participation Of Persons With Disability: Constructing A Model Through Grounded Theory, Joy Wee, Margo Paterson

The Qualitative Report

This paper explores a conceptualization of how factors impact activities of daily living (ADL) and participation from the perspective of persons with disability. This study identified what, and how, factors perceived by participants affect their daily activities, to better inform reporting of scores obtained on measures of ADLs and participation such as the Barthel Index and the Participation Scale. Grounded theory methodology was used to conceptualize a model, employing semi-structured interviews guided by categories of the above measures. Eight themes emerged from 24 participants, resulting in conceptualization of the successful adaptation model, which demonstrates relationships amongst factors, activities, and participation. …

The Current Volume 19: Issue 20, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.

Com Outlook Winter 2009, College Of Osteopathic Medicine

COM Outlook

No abstract provided.

The Nova Southeastern Lawyer, 2009, Volume 12, Number 11, Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

Nova Lawyer

No abstract provided.

2009 Nsu Fact Book, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Fact Book

This 17th edition of the Nova Southeastern University Fact Book reflects expanding body of data and information that provides perspective on the university's character, growth, and accomplishments. The 2009 Fact Book continues to provide narrative, numeric, and graphic representation of the university, including history, characteristics, and developments of the institution, Data are presented in both tabular and graphic formats tp provide pertinent detail, and general trends highlighted.

Wellness Magazine 2009 Issue, Office Of Recreation And Wellness

Wellness Magazine

No abstract provided.

Physician Assistant Jacksonville 2009, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

College Of Pharmacy Postbaccalaureate And International Program Overview, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

Physician Assistant 2009, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

B.S.N Nursing-College Of Allied Health And Nursing 2009, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

Fall 2009 Nsu Sharks Women's Rowing Guide, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Athletics Sports Programs and Media Guides

No abstract provided.

Scientific Rigor And Distance Education, Michael Simonson

Faculty Articles

[...] the most fundamental and most important characteristic of a profession is that the skills involved are founded upon a body of intellectual theory and research. (p. 8) The second quote is by Campbell and Stanley, who, in their classic 1963 monograph, described the experiment as the only means for settling disputes regarding educational practice, as the only way of verifying educational improvements, and as the only way of establishing a cumulative tradition in which improvements can be introduced without the danger of a faddish discard of old wisdom in favor of inferior novelties, (p. 2) The final quote is …

Horizons Spring/Summer 2009, Nova Southeastern University

Horizons

• Features
  • 8 East Meets West
  • 16 Shark Spirit Reaches New Heights
  • 18 A New Home for the Arts, Bigger Dreams for NSU Talent
  • 24 Abe Fischler: Educational Visionary
• Departments
  • 2 Letter from the President
  • 3 Academic Notes
    • New Degree Offers Real Solutions for Real Estate Development
    • NSU’s First Class of Anesthesiologist Assistants Graduates
    • NSU’s New Dental Clinic Gives Special-Needs Children Reason to Smile
    • Mapping Coral Reefs in the Red Sea
    • NSU Expands Educational Sites Throughout Florida
    • Raising Success Rates for Low-Income Youth
    • Student-Athletes Earn Points in the Classroom and on the Court
    • Tech-Savvy Couple Develops Online Resource for Test-Takers
    • New …

Physician Assistant Orlando 2009, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

College Of Dental Medicine Overview 2009, Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.

Master Of Health Science-College Of Allied Health And Nursing 2009 (Online Program), Nova Southeastern University

Health Professions Divisions Course Catalogs and Course Descriptions

No abstract provided.