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Can Listeners Differentiate Varieties Using Prosodic Information? Lect Identification In A Persona-Matching Task, Nicole Holliday, Rachel Steindel Burdin, Paul Reed

Faculty Publications

Sociolinguists and lay people have long been interested in the mechanisms by which dialect and speaker identification occur. The current study aims to test whether realizational differences found in production studies are salient factors in identification of different lects, as well as to examine differences between groups in identification. In this study, listeners were instructed to match clips containing H* and L+H* pitch accents with specific personae who represented speakers of five lects of interest (African American English, Jewish English, Appalachian English, Southern English, and Midwestern English). Listeners from different groups (Appalachian, African American, Jewish, and those who were not …

Memory And Memoir Writing, Caroline Hanna

The Hugemanities Project Big Contest

My project Memory and Memoir Writing is a 2-3 week unit about students using their media literacy skills to enhance their memoir writing skills. This is a subject that I am passionate about because high school students do not get to write about themselves in the classroom, but will be something that they do in their future. Students will be analyzing a variety of texts, such as, a traditional memoir, a cookbook, and photo essays. Students will be bringing in images and documents from home to supplement and inspire their writing. They will create a finished product that will tell …

Research Finds Pronoun Use Not Only Shaped By Language But Also Beliefs, Robbin Ray

Media Relations

No abstract provided.

Sun Goes Out Over New Hampshire, Granite Staters Took Note 4/25/2024, Unh Survey Center

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Fifteen percent of New Hampshire residents traveled to get a better look at the April 2024 solar eclipse and another 48% took time out of their day to view. Among those who traveled to see the eclipse, half spent more than five hours traveling but nearly all said they were satisfied with their trip. Many who did not travel to see the eclipse said that traffic was the reason.

The Sun Went Out And Vermonters Saw, Nearly All Who Traveled Satisfied With Trip 4/25/2024, Unh Survey Center

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Four-fifths of Vermont residents took the time to view the April 8th solar eclipse and 17% traveled outside of their local area to see it. Most Vermonters, particularly those who purposefully took time to view the eclipse, saw a total eclipse, while a small number saw only a partial eclipse. Nearly all of those who traveled to see the eclipse were satisfied with their trip.

Most Mainers Saw The Solar Eclipse, Nearly All Who Traveled Satisfied 4/25/2024, Unh Survey Center

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One in five Mainers traveled outside of their town or city to view the April 8th solar eclipse. About two-thirds of state residents saw only a partial eclipse, but most who traveled to view the eclipse saw a total eclipse.

Memory In Literature: Power & The Literary Canon, Chloe Alice Rattee

The Hugemanities Project Big Contest

In my project I explored how cultural memory applied to literature can open up the discussion to talk about how power is wielded by those that create a canon, literary or religious. I used William Blake's work to discuss how few educated, powerful people's interpretation of something so difficult and massive at The Bible can cut out perspectives or opinions that they don't want included in their teachings.

Plurality In Maine Want King To Run For Re-Election To Senate; Approval Of Mills Steady 4/23/2024, Unh Survey Center

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A plurality of Maine residents think Senator Angus King deserves re-election in 2024 but a majority of Republicans don’t think he deserves re-election and Independents are divided. Approval of Maine Governor Janet Mills is unchanged since February and is sharply divided along partisan lines.

Majorities In Vermont Want Scott, Sanders To Seek Re-Election In November 4/23/2024, Unh Survey Center

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A bipartisan majority of Vermont residents want Governor Phil Scott to seek re-election in 2024 and more than six in ten approve of his job performance. Similarly, a majority want Senator Bernie Sanders to run for re-election and feel he deserves to be re-elected. Representative Becca Balint has announced she will run for another term and a plurality believe she deserves to be re-elected.

Voices Of Contention: Cotton Mather's View Of Hannah Duston And Its Enduring Impact, Audrey Mcallister, Lily Mcdonough

The Hugemanities Project Big Contest

This project dives into the complex intersection of Puritan beliefs, underlying racism, and community cohesion as seen through the lens of Cotton Mather's perspective on Hannah Duston. By examining his writings and sermons, this project seeks to unravel the complexities of Mather's worldview and the enduring impact of his interpretations on the historical narrative surrounding Hannah Duston and her legacy. (description taken from the describition we used on the poster.)

Professional Development Strategies For Treating People With Idd And Mental Health Needs, Jennifer L. Mclaren, Elizabeth Grosso, Karen L. Weigle

Institute on Disability

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience significant health and mental health inequities and difficulties accessing care. There are few initiatives that train mental health professionals to care and advocate for the health and mental health care needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We developed a Mental Health and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Professional Learning Community (PLC) with Clinical Education Teams (CET) training components through The National Center for START (Systemic-Therapeutic-Assessment-Resources-Treatment) Services^® to further educate providers in the United States. The National Center for START Services^® utilizes multiple training and collaboration forums to build the …

Professional Development Strategies For Treating People With Idd And Mental Health Needs, Jennifer L. Mclaren, Elizabeth Grosso, Karen L. Weigle

Faculty Publications

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience significant health and mental health inequities and difficulties accessing care. There are few initiatives that train mental health professionals to care and advocate for the health and mental health care needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Professional Development Strategies For Treating People With Idd And Mental Health Needs, Jennifer L. Mclaren, Elizabeth Grosso, Karen L. Weigle

Faculty Publications

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience significant health and mental health inequities and difficulties accessing care. There are few initiatives that train mental health professionals to care and advocate for the health and mental health care needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

From A Shorter Winter Season To More Storm Damage: New Hampshire Outdoor Recreation Providers Feel Climate Impacts Far More Than Visitors, Maddie Smith, Michael D. Ferguson, Lauren A. Ferguson, Alexandra R. Contosta, Elizabeth Burakowski, Dovev Levine, Shannon Rogers

Carsey Publications

In this brief, the authors examine to what extent outdoor recreation providers and visitors in New Hampshire are impacted by annual climatic conditions representative of long-term trends, specifically, through the 2024–2028 New Hampshire Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). For the first time, the New Hampshire SCORP included an investigation of climate-related impacts on outdoor recreation from the perspective of both visitors and providers.

The findings of the study uncovered notable disparities in how New Hampshire’s outdoor recreation providers and visitors perceive climate conditions’ impact on outdoor recreation, particularly in the categories of “winter” and “extreme weather.” Understanding the perspectives …

Kinch Named Vice Provost And Dean Of The Unh Graduate School, Unh Communications And Public Affairs

UNH Today Archive

No abstract provided.

Imposters In The Dorms: Exploring The Significance Of Imposter Syndrome In Residential Life Live-In & Live-On Professionals, Samantha Rose Knapton

M.S. in Leadership

Imposter syndrome has been thoroughly studied across fields and disciplines for decades to understand the impact it has on students and professionals in the field. This paper aims to understand the relationship between imposter syndrome and professionals working for residential life departments for colleges and universities while they are living on campus. This study used a mixed methods approach to collect both numeric data as well as a linguistic understanding. Through surveys and interviews, there is a relatively equal feeling of imposter syndrome among residential life live-in/live-on professionals. Many aspects influence the development of imposter syndrome within residential life professionals, …

Navigating The Post-Pandemic Educator Crisis: Evaluating Effective Educational Leadership Styles For Improved Retention And Job Satisfaction (Capstone Project)., Charlotte R. Holt

M.S. in Leadership

This mixed-methods study sought to identify the best practices for educational leaders to promote job satisfaction and retention in the post-pandemic educational landscape. The study utilized both qualitative and quantitative methodologies using data from a unique survey and an

in-depth literature review on effective leadership skills. The analysis of survey data, combined with insights from the literature review, offered a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between teacher retention and educational leadership. The study concluded that there is a correlation between effective leadership skills and job satisfaction and found that Democratic-Transformational and Autocratic-Transformational leadership styles are preferred of the six styles …

Roman Women And Travel: The Journey Of A Latin Textbook, Jillienne Robinson-Warren

Inquiry Journal Spring 2024

Jillienne traces her research process of developing a textbook on Roman women and travel.

Spring 2024 Inquiry Journal: Abstracts, Brigid C. Casellini

Inquiry Journal Spring 2024

No abstract provided.

Spring 2024 Inquiry Journal: Editorial Staff And Table Of Contents, Brigid C. Casellini

Inquiry Journal Spring 2024

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Addressing Workplace Violence In Healthcare, Eric Crane

M.S. in Leadership

This research paper explores the prevalence, consequences, and mitigation strategies for workplace violence in healthcare. The literature focuses on the importance of leadership’s involvement of the implementation of change, providing programing, and obtaining buy-in from staff to combat what has consistently been a factor leading to employee burnout, assaultive behavior, and compromised patient safety. It shows that workplace violence has been a constant in healthcare, however, has escalated post COVID-19 pandemic. Research and statistics show that workplace violence in healthcare is more prevalent than in other fields and is on the rise. A multiple-choice survey was conducted using Survey Monkey, …

Write Free Or Die: Vol. 10, No. 02, Unh Writing Programs

Writing Program Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Belknap County Fair Regulations 2024, Karen Deighan

UNH Cooperative Extension

No abstract provided.

Water Quality Considerations In Landscaping, Tom Swenson

UNH Cooperative Extension

No abstract provided.

Factors Affecting Iodine Content Of Cow Milk-A Review, Mmh Khandakar, Ma Islam

Faculty Publications

This review discusses the importance of iodine as an essential nutrient for human health and the factors that can influence the concentration of iodine in cow milk. For an adult, the daily recommended requirement of iodine is 150 µg/day and the maximum tolerable limit ranges from 600 to 1100 µg/day. Cow milk is a significant source of iodine in many countries, particularly in areas where iodine-rich foods are not readily available. Therefore, evaluating the variables that affect the iodine content of cow milk is important. The iodine concentration of cow milk can vary depending on several factors such as genetics, …

Granite Staters Want Ceasefire In Gaza But Want Hostages Returned & Hamas Deposed First 3/27/2024, Unh Survey Center

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Most Granite State residents want a ceasefire in Gaza but majorities believe returning all Israeli hostages and Hamas being removed from power in Gaza should be required. Four in ten New Hampshire residents feel the United States is providing too much aid to Israel. State residents are divided on support for Ukraine in their war with Russia, but are increasingly pessimistic about Ukraine's chances of winning the war. Approval of President Joe Biden's handling of foreign affairs remains low.

Granite Staters See Illegal Immigration As Serious Issue 3/26/2024, Unh Survey Center

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Four in five New Hampshire residents think illegal immigration is a serious issue in the U.S., although far fewer think it is a serious issue in New Hampshire. The percentage of residents who think illegal immigration is a serious problem has remained steady since 2011. The greatest concerns about illegal immigration are high costs, that it depletes U.S. resources, and crime. Half favor constructing a wall on the southern border and a plurality believe former President Donald Trump would do a better job handling illegal immigration.

Faculty Spotlight: Remington Moll, Sarah Schaier

UNH Today Archive

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Virtual Leadership The Challenges And Strategies To Overcome Them, Amberlee Marie Smock

M.S. in Leadership

The purpose of this paper is to delve into the challenges faced by virtual leaders and provide recommendations for overcoming those challenges in order to enhance team performance and engagement in a remote work setting. I selected this research because I started a new job at the height of covid-19 and I was sent home to do a job I had no idea how to do. My research aims to contribute to the development of practical guidelines for virtual leaders and organizations. The challenges include communication and collaboration, trust, rapport and information sharing, managing conflicts, a sense of belonging and …

4-H Volunteer Orientation Handbook, Joeseph D. Drake

UNH Cooperative Extension

New Hampshire 4-H Volunteer Orientation handbook.