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Perseus Interim Evaluation Report, Data Innovation Project, University Of Southern Maine

Publications

The Data Innovation Project (DIP) from the University of Southern Maine’s Catherine Cutler Institute serves as the external evaluator for the USDA NIFA SAS-funded Promoting Economic Resilience and Sustainability of the Eastern U.S. Forests (PERSEUS) project. This project is a joint effort between Purdue University, the University of Georgia, and the University of Maine. The DIP supports the project in assessing its progress, implementation, and emerging impacts through data collection from project participants and systematic document review (i.e. annual USDA reports, personnel lists, and meeting notes). This includes synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data and incorporating these metrics into independent evaluation …

Chicago Southland Work-Based Learning Report, Alexia Santiago

Reports, Analyses, and other Publications

In 2025, Education Systems Center (EdSystems) at Northern Illinois University partnered with Prairie State College, South Suburban College, and local school districts to build a strong and comprehensive system of work-based learning opportunities. This report shares information collected on existing opportunities and identifies opportunities to scale work-based learning across the region.

Notes For The Stalled, V18n08, May 2026, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Rod Library newsletter: Notes for the Stalled

Contents:

--- Extended Hours
--- Duck Hunt
--- DeStress Days
--- Congratulations!
--- Upcoming Events

Celebrating The “Year Of The Uk” At Ksu: Symphony Orchestra, University Choirs, And Ksu Community & Alumni Choir

Bailey School of Music Concert Programs

Featuring Jana Young, Soprano and Joshua Zink, Baritone

2025 Fact Sheet, Clemson University

Fact Sheets

No abstract provided.

Infographic: School Uniforms As A Barrier To Physical Activity, Dominique Russell

Teacher infographics

Researchers from Ireland surveyed students to examine their views on the extent to which uniforms are a barrier to physical activity and physical education participation. Findings show over half see uniforms as a barrier and many had suggestions for how the uniform experience could be improved.

Art, Ethics, And Identity - The Paper Doll As Spiritual Care, Ellen Keyser, Sarah L. Keyser

Presentations

The effects of expressive art and spiritual care are known to be especially beneficial when placed in conversation with each other or implemented in interdisciplinary settings. Yet despite the therapeutic effects of integrative care being well established, the average pediatric chaplain often remains unempowered to implement these practices or to communicate their value from both a social-emotional or moral-spiritual standpoint. The hope of this workshop is to empower the chaplain to engage with expressive modalities of art as part of a comprehensive spiritual care plan, recognizing both art and play as native languages of childhood. Participants will practice creating a …

May 2026, Volume 22, Number 1, Winthrop University Archives And Special Collections

Retrospect: News from the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University

No abstract provided.

International Panther Monthly, May 2026, University Of Northern Iowa. Office Of International Engagement.

Office of International Engagement newsletter

Contents:

--- From the Director's Desk
--- Last Month With OIE
--- Student Spotlight
--- UNI's World Window
--- Did You Know?
--- Behind the Scenes
--- Next Month's Activities
--- Additional Opportunities
--- Find Connection at OIE
--- Get Involved

Iowa Waste Reduction Center News, May 2026, University Of Northern Iowa. Iowa Waste Reduction Center.

Iowa Waste Reduction Center Newsletter

Contents:

--- P2 Green Brewery Webinar #2 Registration
--- Solid Waste Educators Meeting
--- Farewell Interns
--- Energy Efficiency Resources
--- Industry News

The Scoop On Feeding Therapy: Where Occupational Therapy Fits In, Katherine G. Epperson

Occupational Therapy Doctorate Capstone Posters

This capstone project was completed at Horn and Associates in Rehabilitation in Lexington, Ky. The primary ACOTE areas of focus included education, advocacy, and clinical practice skills. The goals of this project were to identify and fill gaps in knowledge related to the role of occupational therapy in feeding therapy in the pediatric population, support interdisciplinary collaboration, and create educational handouts to advocate and highlight the importance of occupational therapy in the realm of feeding.

A needs assessment was completed prior to completion of this capstone project in order to identify a need. For this needs assessment, I completed a …

Professional Advocacy: Designing And Implementing Resources For The Kota Website, Jaden Johnson

Occupational Therapy Doctorate Capstone Posters

This doctoral capstone project and Applied Leadership Experience (ALE) focused on advocacy, leadership, and virtual program development within the Kentucky Occupational Therapy Association (KOTA). The project addressed a gap, bridging conversations surrounding advocacy to active engagement in professional advocacy through an 'Advocacy' webpage for the KOTA website. The goal of this capstone project is to make advocacy resources more accessible and increase participation in professional organizations for the benefit and unification of occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students and practitioners.

Virginia Stoffel's Presidential Address, Engagement, Exploration, and Empowerment (2015), served as the primary framework guiding this project. The framework …

Kenyon Collegiate - May 1, 2026

Kenyon Collegiate

No abstract provided.

State Of Discovery, 2026, Division Of Research And Economic Development

State of Discovery South Dakota State University's Research Magazine

[Page] 2 R1 Our Way Update
[Page] 2 SDSU Research Spinoff Companies
[Page] 3 The future of agriculture
[Page] 8 Addressing the rural nursing crisis
[Page] 9 Repurposing drugs to create cancers and other diseases
[Page] 10 South Dakota's rural firefighters
[Page] 11 Natural food coloring
[Page] 12 Raising the ROI of Research
[Page] 13 Can ancient bacteria help solve one of agriculture's biggest challenges?

Concerned Philosophers For Peace, Vol. 34 (2026), Concerned Philosophers For Peace

Concerned Philosophers for Peace

In addition to organizational information, honors, awards, and calls for papers and abstracts, this issue contains the following articles:

• “Genocide, Evil, and The Madman's Bluff: The Moral Stain of President Trump's Shameful Threat to Annihilate Iran,” by Andrew Fiala
• “Lest We Forget,” by Anna Malavisi
• “Ancient Lessons on Peace from a Roman Dissident,” by Court Lewis

Mississippi Early Childhood Math Resource Guide: Supporting Mathematical Development From Birth Through Age Eight, Melissa Luckett, Systems Change Lab, Mississippi State University, Social Science Research Center, Mississippi State University

Books

The Mississippi Early Childhood Math Resource Guide is a comprehensive, research-informed digital publication designed to support the development of foundational mathematical skills in children from birth through age eight. Developed by the Systems Change Lab at Mississippi State University's Social Science Research Center, the guide translates evidence-based early mathematics concepts into practical, accessible strategies for educators, families, and caregivers. 

Organized by developmental stages, the guide integrates learning domains, age-appropriate math skills, and everyday instructional practices to promote the use of "math talk" and embedded learning opportunities across settings. It incorporates activities, instructional strategies, and resources aligned to support both formal …

May 2026, Office Of Research

Research Update

No abstract provided.

Data And Big Data, Rebecca Kyser

Surviving the Stacks Comic

No abstract provided.

Spring Dance Concert 2026 (Emerge) Playbill, Providence College Department Of Theatre, Dance, & Film

Playbill and Promotion

Providence College Department of Theatre, Dance, & Film

Angell Blackfriars Theatre

Spring Dance Concert 2026 (Emerge)

May 1, 2026, 7:30PM

May 2, 2026, 2PM

Director, Nina Kossler

Lighting Designer, Elissa Pensa Cerros

Choreographers: Elizabeth Graney, Caroline Guanci, Jade Bocciarelli, Caroline Puccini, Rowan Locascio-McLaughlin, Kiley Vallee, Heidy Guzman, Ella Ford, Gabriella Girard, Julia Mele, Emma Daigneau, Anna Gross, Camryn Lowry, Alyssa Rago, Grace Sittig

Dancers: Lola Blessington, Simone Chabot, Noël Rose DeRosa, Ella Ford, Elizabeth Graney, Katherine Pritchard, Kiley Vallee,  Elaina Bartolini, Alyssa Dalto, Caroline Guanci, Heidy Guzman, Riley Joyce, Heidi Nicholls, Anna Bernat, Jade Bocciarelli, Lauren Gerew, Julia Mele, Grace …

Bartle Library Research Study, Samiha S. Kazi

Library Research Scholars Program Spring 2026

This study examines the factors that influence first-year students’ decisions to seek in-person research assistance at Bartle Library at Binghamton University. While libraries provide valuable academic support and resources, many students do not consistently use these services. Drawing on existing literature, this research explores how library design, service awareness, and emotional factors shape help-seeking behavior. Prior studies suggest that unclear layouts, low visibility of help desks, and limited understanding of librarian roles can discourage engagement. While other studies state that stigma and fear of judgment may further delay students from seeking help. However, existing research often overlooks how these factors …

2026 Celebration Of The Arts Program, Lynn University

Celebration of the Arts Programs

Celebration of the Arts 2026 Program - cover designed by Mark Sparacio

Pertussis, Children's Mercy Kansas City

Clinical Pathways

No abstract provided.

Digital Ischemia, Children's Mercy Kansas City

Clinical Pathways

No abstract provided.

Dental Findings Associated With Dandy Walker And Orofacial Digital Syndrome, Cailey C. Schell, Robin Onikul, Neena Patel, Jenna Sparks, Amy Burleson

Posters

Dandy Walker Syndrome is a rare congenital brain malformation in which the cerebellum does not fully develop. The cerebellum is responsible for controlling movement and balance and is located at the back of the brain1. Clinical symptoms associated with this syndrome include developmental delays, hydrocephalus, eye abnormalities and dental abnormalities including malformed or missing teeth1. Orofacial Digital Syndrome is another rare genetic disorder characterized by a combination of abnormalities affecting the face, mouth, hands and feet2. Clinical features of this syndrome include cleft lip, cleft palate, syndactyly, polydactyly, hypodontia and supernumerary teeth2. This presentation discusses a 9-year-old female patient who …

The Beat Behind The Bark: Investigating The Effects Of Music Tempo On Canine Physiological And Psychological States, Marley Lanier

Poster Presentations

Music is a universal component of human culture that has been demonstrated influencing emotional, cognitive, and physiological responses, specifically heart rate and hormonal responses (Mehr et al., 2019; Trappe, 2012). Recently, this research has expended to explore how music may affect non-human animals, particularly dogs, due to their roles as therapy animals, service animals, and human companions (Lindig et al., 2020; Gee et al., 2021). Being able to understand how music influences canine stress and relaxation hold important applications in environments such as shelters, veterinary clinics, and at home. One important feature of music is tempo, or beats per minute …

Piloting A Pediatric Screener For Assessing Emergent Literacy With Preschool Children, Nafia Sarhadi

Poster Presentations

From infancy, children develop literacy knowledge, which provides them with the needed skills for reading in primary school (Castillo-Rabanal &Heitmayer, 2025). Before children start to read, they develop skills that involve increasing their rhyming, alphabet, and vocabulary knowledge. Literacy is considered a social determinant of health as it plays a role in one's physical, social, and emotional maturity (Lesauxet. al, 2007). The Bay Area Women Coalition, (BAWC) Inc. has partnered with the Autism, Pediatric Language & Literacy (APLL) Lab to implement PEEL, following modifications identified by the community. The current pre-to-posttest assessment is unsuitable for community participation. An efficient method …

Developing A Novel Pocus Curriculum For App Students In Hospital Medicine, Amy Harvey Pa-C

Academy Scholars Projects

1. THere is a lack of POCUS training opportunities for APPs.

2. This 6- week curriculum which includes weekly didactics and hands-on practice is shown to increase students' comfort and knowledge of POCUS. However, more data is needed given small sample size.

3. Currently working on expanding to practicing APPs in Hospital Medicine.

Intentional Practice: A Longitudinal Resilience Curriculum For Palliative Care Teams, Rhianon Liu Md

Academy Scholars Projects

Background:

• High risk of burnout in palliative care

• Optimal way to decrease burnout and increase resilience is unknown

Advancing Transplant Excellence: A Dual Approach To Education Revitalization And Hospital-Wide Resource Access, Hillary Chickering Msn, Rn, Npd-Bc, Cmsrn

Academy Scholars Projects

Effective nursing education must be as dynamic as the clinical environment it serves. By prioritizing clinical synchronization and hospital-wide accessibility, we ensure that every nurse—regardless of their unit—has the tools to provide expert transplant care.

A Formal Clinical Reasoning Curriculum And Clinical Reasoning Case Conference For The Internal Medicine Residency Program, Edward Pilkington Md

Academy Scholars Projects

Through the support of the MITE Academy Scholars Program and the Maine Medical Center Department of Medicine a formal clinical reasoning curriculum and Clinical Reasoning Case Conference has been developed and successfully integrated into the MMC Internal Medicine Residency Program’s didactic programming.