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Using Gis For Determining Optimal Refugee Camp Placement In Western Thailand, Christopher Pierce

Annual Graduate Student Symposium

Refugee camps are often over crowded, which can create security issues and create strain on the camp infrastructure, supplies, officials, and other areas. ‘GIS for Good’ created methodology to determine optimal placement for refugee camps in Uganda using GIS. Their model focused on environmental (ie. Distance to water, land use, etc.) and social factors (population density, distance to education and health facilities, etc.). These factors were reclassified to rank most optimal sites 10 and least optimal sites 1. Factors were also weighted to give more emphasis to distance from water, slope, and food suitability sites compared to other factors. These …

Impact Of Tibetan Household Livelihood Capital On Tourism Participation Level: A Case Of Jiaju Tibetan Village In Garze, Yiyi Zhang

Annual Graduate Student Symposium

As more people move from countryside to cities and those left behind struggle to sustain livelihoods, China’s 19th National Congress of the Communist Party has prioritized the implementation of rural revitalization. A number of studies have examined drivers of livelihood transition from farming to non-farm activities, especially the participation in tourism against the backdrop of rural tourism development. There are, however, few studies identifying ways to measure tourism participation level or discussing how household-level capitals influence the decision on tourism participation made by Tibetan ethnic households. This article assessed the roles of livelihood capitals in the adoption of tourism activities …

Intimate Partner Violence Stigma: The Intersection Of Race And Socioeconomic Status, Antoinette Fleming

Annual Graduate Student Symposium

Approximately 36% of all women in the United States will experience intimate partner violence (IPV) at some point in their lifetime (Black et al., 2011). Stigma is one consequence associated with IPV. African American (Black) victims may be more heavily stigmatized than European American (White) victims (Willis-Esqueda & Harrison, 2005). Socioeconomic status (SES) may also affect a person’s perception of the victim. To date, little research has been conducted to explore the interaction of race and SES on the stigma of IPV. The current study hypothesized greater stigma would be displayed toward Black victims and low SES victims. Participants consisted …

The Effects Of Adverse Childhood Experiences On Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder In Post 9/11 Combat Veterans, Rebecca Brown

Annual Graduate Student Symposium

Objective: To determine whether Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) predicts the development of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among post 9/11 combat Veterans who served in Iraq or Afghanistan. Rationale: PTSD is a diagnosis found among a high percentage of combat Veterans who experience trauma while deployed. As research shows, trauma during childhood can affect and increase the trauma related to deployment and combat. This research paper expands upon the current literature that demonstrates a relationship between childhood trauma and trauma experienced among combat Veterans while deployed, as the results may benefit military branches in improving mental health services to service members. …

A Low-Cost Arduino-Based Home Security System, Qi Lu

Annual Graduate Student Symposium

Home security is important for every family, especially for the family which lives in a big house. Because the house is much bigger than apartment or dorm, it is hard for the owner to notice if someone is intruding into their house. On the other hand, the home security systems sell in in the market are usually expensive. To address this problem, a low-cost home security system is designed and implemented. When the system is armed, infrared sensors are used to detect intruders. When a person is detected, sensors will send the signal to the user wirelessly, and indoor alarm …

13th Annual Research In The Capitol [Program], April 3, 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. University Honors Program., Iowa State University. Honors Program., University Of Iowa. Honors Program.

Research in the Capitol Programs

Program of research presentations given at the Capitol by students from the University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Iowa.

Eleventh Annual Graduate Student Symposium [Program], 2018, University Of Northern Iowa.

Annual Graduate Student Symposium Programs

Table of Contents
-- Greetings from the Graduate College!
-- Poster Presentations
-- Oral Presentations
-- Creative Performances
-- Judges

Anthropocentrism, The Other Face Of Patriarchy: An Investigation Into Patriarchal Attitudes And Perceptions Of Non-Human Nature [Poster], University Of Northern Iowa. Women's And Gender Studies Program.

Women’s and Gender Studies Program Documents

No abstract provided.

Brian Jesteadt - National Wrestling Hall Of Fame Dan Gable Museum, Brian Jesteadt

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

I assisted in the move of the Dan Gable Museum’s collections down into basement storage prerenovation, processed some donated artifacts, and did extensive updates to the museum’s internal database.

Sidney Adam - Classic Upward Bound, Sidney Adam

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

I worked in the Waterloo High Schools as a resource to students for academics and personal development. I also created an assessment tool which I used to evaluate the tutorial program. With this I generated solutions that I shared at a tutorial staff meeting and put into action. I interviewed potential students wanting to get into the program.

Gabriella Ruggiero - Iowa Legal Aid, Gabriella Ruggiero

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

I was able to help plan, coordinate, and execute our Expungement and Employment Barriers Clinic, which helped 42 people review their criminal records, look for possible expungements, and if applicable, start the expungement process. I also did various other small tasks for the attorneys in the office as well as some clerical work.

Parker Aden - Pocahontas Chamber Of Commerce, Parker Aden

Robert and Yvonne Koob Fund for Student Community Engagement Recipients

During my internship, I was able to organize 10+ events for the town. From music on Main Street every other week (Art In The Park) to special gaming events in the local theatre (PlayStation E3 Experience - in partnership with PlayStation, Mario Kart Tournament) to even free fitness classes for the community to try (POUND, Jazzercise), there was a wide variety of options (even more than what is listed) for everyone. In addition, a new Facebook Live series was created on the Chamber’s Facebook Page (Chamber Chat). Some behinds the scenes work was done as well in helping plan the …

Cover - Table Of Contents

Major Themes in Economics

No abstract provided.

Introduction, Ken Mccormick

Major Themes in Economics

No abstract provided.

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

Mcnair Scholars Program At Uni Newsletter, Spring 2018, Mcnair Scholars Program (University Of Northern Iowa)

McNair Scholars Program at UNI Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- A message from the Director
-- Congratulations!
-- Recent Happenings
-- Graduating Scholars Future Plans...
-- McNair Scholars Summer Plans...
-- Upcoming Events
-- A Farewell Message

Lgbt* Center Newsletter, April 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Lgbt* Center.

Gender & Sexuality Services Newsletter

In This Issue:
--Happy Pride Week!
--Upcoming Events
--Lavender Graduation

International Panther, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Culture And Intensive English Program.

International Panther

Inside this issue:

-- Creating Bridges with the Partners of the Americas
-- UNI Budgeting with Bruce Rieks
-- CIEP Online Course
-- UNI CIEP Won Two Grant Funds Through Partners of the Americas
-- Staff Spotlight
-- CIEP Alum Spotlight: Hassan Al Yousif
-- Student Spotlight: Jonathan Reyes Romero
-- Spring 2018 Social & Cultural Activities
-- World's Window: Peru
-- CIEP Immersion Program: Yamanashi Univ.

Stem Stories, April 2018, #1, Ginger L'Heureux

STEM Stories

Program Spotlight - Athletic Training Program

Spring 2018, Uni Literacy Clinic Anthology, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Literacy Clinic Anthologies

The anthology contains the writings of children participating in the UNI Reading Clinic tutored by UNI students enrolled in the Advanced Literacy Practices course and the co-requisite Experience in Literacy: Tutoring course. As their literacy skills progress, each child contributes a written work to the anthology for their clinic.

Riseing Issues In Iowa, April 2018, Uni Rise

RISEing Issues Newsletter

Covers topics related to the lives of refugees and immigrants of interest to UNI RISE (Refugee & Immigrant Support and Empowerment)

S.T.O.R.I.E. Time, Spring Semester 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Human Relations: Awareness And Applications (Spring 2018)

S.T.O.R.I.E. Time

Seniors Teach Others Real Intergenerational Experiences (S.T.O.R.I.E.)

Teacher Education Majors at the University of Northern Iowa are matched with senior adults residing at Western Home Communities. During their ten one-hour meetings, the students and residents are guided in their discussions by the book Gratitude: Affirming One Another through Stories (2013) written by UNI Emeritus Faculty, Dr. Len Froyen. Through conversations and stories, the seniors of both generations are enhancing their understanding, compassion and acceptance of each other. S.T.O.R.I.E. Time gives the seniors a chance to choose a story together that will be written for the book.

Uni Finance Newsletter, N01, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Finance.

Department of Finance Newsletter

News about the activities of the Department of Finance

Department Of Economics Newsletter, V23, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Economics.

Department of Economics Newsletter

Inside this issue:
-- Scholarship News
-- Contributions
-- Alumni News
-- Executive in Residence
-- Alumni-in-Residence
-- Student Writing - Undergraduate Research Program
-- Internships and Co-ops
-- Shahina Amin named Lawrence M. Jepson International Professor
-- Who is Lawrence M. Jepson?
-- Italy Trip - 2017
-- Economics Club
-- Homecoming Open House - October 2017
-- Department Retirements
-- New Faculty
-- Faculty Recognition
-- Faculty/Staff Updates
-- Economics Department Faculty and Staff
-- From Faculty - Tax Code Changes May Affect Free Agency
-- The Amazing Amazon!
-- The Final Word

Panther Press, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Department Of Military Science.

Panther Press

Inside this issue:
--A Look back at the spring semester and preview of summer?
--Gettysburg Staff Ride
--Air Assault Training
--UNI Spring Commissioning
--Panther Battalion Congratulates the Newly Commissioned Officers from the University of Dubuque
--Governer's Outstanding Cadet Award
--Military Ball
--Summer Training

Csbs Kudos, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Social And Behavioral Sciences.

CSBS Kudos

Contents:

-- Faculty Accolades
-- Retirees
-- Departmental News
-- Student Spotlight
-- Alumni Highlights

Join Us For Pride Week 2018 Under The Stars Progressive Prom [Poster], University Of Northern Iowa. Gender & Sexual Services. Uni Proud.

UNI Proud Documents

A poster advertising the 2018 Progressive Prom.

Uni Proud 2018 Pride Week Speaker [Poster], University Of Northern Iowa. Gender & Sexual Services. Uni Proud.

UNI Proud Documents

A poster advertising Pidgeon Pagonis as the keynote speaker for 2018 Pride week.

Review Of Composition In The Age Of Austerity, Nancy Welch And Tony Scott, Eds., David M. Grant

Faculty Work

This review surveys the edited collection Composition in the Age of Austerity, which works at key intersections of interest to readers of Kairos: the discussion between critical and new materialisms, the debates about economics and digital humanities, and the 2016 election's significance for our future as teachers, scholars, and champions of justice. The navigation bar at the top of each page in this webtext allows for reading in any particular order. The tabs of the navigation bar reflect my own reading across the sections and chapters included in the collection, offering my thinking with and against the premises …

Ica Newsletter, Spring 2018, Iowa Communication Association.

ICA Newsletter

Contents:

--President's Message
--2017–2018 ICA Executive Committee
--Siddens Named 2018 Citation Award Winner
--Call for ICA Leadership Nominations
--ICA Annual Conference: Call for Papers and Panels
--Iowa Communication Association Launches New Website
--IAAE Update
--ICA Outstanding New Teacher Award
--Murdock Named Iowa Journal of Communication Editor
--Call for Nominations: Outstanding Adjunct Teacher Award
--IJC Earns State Award
--Westphal Student Paper Call