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The Unorthodox - Volume 3, Issue 4, Morehead State University. Honors Program.

Newsletters & Publications

Volume 3, Issue 4 of The Unorthodox. Published on February 26, 2021.

Dataset For Assessing Water Literacy (Click Data), Nicole D. Ladue

Research Datasets

Given the importance of fresh water, we investigated undergraduate students' understanding of water flow and its consequences. We probed introductory geology students' pre-instruction knowledge using a classroom management system at two large research-intensive universities. Open-ended clicker questions, where students click directly on diagrams using their smart device (e.g., cell phone, tablet) to respond, probed students' predictions about: (1) groundwater movement and (2) velocity and erosion in a river channel. Approximately one-third of students correctly identified groundwater flow as having lateral and vertical components; however, the same number of students identified only vertical components to flow despite the diagram depicting enough …

Understanding The Impact Of The Sars-Cov-2 Pandemic On Hospitalized Patients With Substance Use Disorder, Caroline King, Taylor Vega, Dana Button, Christina Nicolaidis, Jessica Gregg, Honora Englander

School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Presentations

Background: The SARS-COV-2 pandemic rapidly shifted dynamics around hospitalization for many communities. This study aimed to evaluate how the pandemic altered the experience of healthcare, acute illness, and care transitions among hospitalized patients with substance use disorder (SUD).

Methods: We performed a qualitative study at an academic medical center in Portland, Oregon, in Spring 2020. We conducted semi-structured interviews, and conducted a thematic analysis, using an inductive approach, at a semantic level.

Results: We enrolled 27 participants, and identified four main themes: 1) shuttered community resources threatened patients' basic survival adaptations; 2) changes in outpatient care increased reliance on hospitals …

Chimes: February 26, 2021, Calvin University

Chimes

Changes in admissions strategy could lead to first enrollment increase in seven years by Harm Venhuizen

Students are getting sicker, ER visits increasing in second semester by Abigail Ham

Morale dips during increased restriction, but revives as cases fall by Ezra Craker

Empty stadiums force teams to create their own energy by Juliana Knot

Frogs, earthworms and zebrafish: How Calvin uses live animals in lab by Sarah Gibes

Ex-CRC church added to list of hate groups by Liana Hirner & Jamison Van Andel

GOP feature meant to educate, not promote by Afua Brantuo

Unh Receives Nearly $3 Million To Research Effectiveness Of Wilderness Therapy, Robbin Ray

Media Relations

No abstract provided.

Impact Of Secondary Traumatic Stress From Covid-19 On Nurses, Marni B. Kellogg, Anna Schierberl Scherr

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

COVID-19 is a global disaster resulting in unprecedented stress on the healthcare system. An understanding of secondary traumatic stress, functional impairment, and wellbeing in nurses may elucidate potential intervention targets to help mental health professionals support nurses during these challenging times.

The Wilderness As Therapy, Robbin Ray

UNH Today Archive

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The Nexus Of Social Media Use And Research Productivity Of Lecturers In Private Universities In Ogun State, Nigeria, Adebowale Jeremy Adetayo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study sought to investigate the relationship between social media use and research productivity of lecturers in private universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. This study adopted the survey design. The population comprised of 1353 lecturers from seven private universities. The purposive sampling technique was used to select 621 respondents for the study. A pretested questionnaire was used for data collection, yielding the following Cronbach alpha value: Social media use – 0.86 and research productivity – 0.95. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistic. Findings revealed that social media use has a positive but very weak and significant relationship with …

Gratitude, Stephanie Weddington, Megan Paul

Umbrella Summaries

What is gratitude?

There are three ways of thinking about gratitude—as a state, a trait, or a tendency that can be improved through practice. A person can experience a brief state of gratitude in response to a specific event or another person’s kind actions (Emmons & McCullough, 2003). Gratitude is also considered a more enduring personality trait, disposition, or life orientation in which an individual has a general propensity to feel grateful for, notice, and appreciate the positives in day-to-day life (McCullough et al., 2002; Wood et al., 2010). Finally, individuals can enhance their tendency to feel grateful over time …

Legalizing Marijuana, Psilocybin Mushrooms, And Mdma For Medical Use, Nicholas Duneman

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Leadership

Knowing the countries drug history will allow the reader to understand how policies have changed throughout our countries short history. The Drug Enforcement Administration Drug Schedule, the Uniform Code of Military Justice, Department of Defense policies, the Air Force’s drug policies and the Department of Veterans Affairs policies is what is holding back the legalization of medical marijuana, psilocybin mushrooms, and Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) for treatment options for federal employees, current military members, and veterans who suffer from chronic pain and Post-traumatic stress disorder. Being a change agent within your organization will help push for drug reform within the federal government. …

The Parthenon, February 24, 2021, Brittany Hively, Grant Goodrich, Emma Berry, Xena Bunton, Isabella Robinson, Tyler Spence, Denise Jackson, Zachary Hiser

The Parthenon

No abstract provided.

Uab Partnership In Kenya Provides Social And Health Benefits To Women There, Karen Templeton

Browse All News

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Peer Relationships Among Master Of Social Work Students: Social Network Data, Rebecca Mauldin

Social Networks for Social Good Collection-Archive

This dataset is from longitudinal social network analysis research that collected survey data from one class of graduate students (N=142) in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program in a large U.S. public university. The program used cohort-based learning in the first semester after which students were integrated into the student body as a whole. The dataset contains network data about friendships, academic discussion ties, and professional influence among classmates. Student attribute data include archival data from the school (e.g., student demographics, incoming GPA, GRE scores) and survey items (e.g., sense of belonging scale, multicultural perspective, perceived stress). The README.txt …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 96, No. 18, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. This issue contains articles:

• Crisp, Hannah. Homesickness & COVID-19: Obstacles for Freshmen Increase Amid Strange Semester
• On Student Press Freedom Day: Stop Suing the College Heights Herald
• Mallon, Sam. Slippery Slopes – Snow, Winter
• Aboah, Henri. A Place in My Heart: Professor on 38 Years at WKU – Saundra Starks
• Broekema. Gabi. Instagram Account Glorifies the Common Chair – Chairs of Western
• Gaylord, Kaden. WKU to Play No. 6 Houston, Host Florida International University as Season Nears End – Basketball
• Toennies, Drew. Lady Toppers Travel to Florida This Weekend …

Participation In Open Up Resources By Gender And Family Income Level On Mathematics Achievement Of Grades 7 And 8 Students, Timothy Brister

College of Education Dissertations

The purpose of this dissertation was to determine the effects by gender and by family-income level between students using Open Up Resources (OUR) curriculum (a Problem-Based Learning [PBL] curriculum) versus traditional curriculum on mathematics achievement of Grades 7 and 8 students. A stratified random sample of 320 students from four Central and Southeast Arkansas schools (n = 160 for Grades 7 and 8, respectively) was drawn for this study. Data analysis involved the use of 2 x 2 factorial ANOVAs. The key findings of the study were that the mathematics achievement of Grade 8 students using OUR was significantly higher …

Uab Professor Receives $2.97 Million For Program Aimed At Improving Access To Treatment For Those With Hiv, Staff

Browse All News

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Drinking Behavior Among College Students: Interventions To Increase Mindfulness And Social Capital, Jenna C. Anderson, Antonio J. Gardner, Barry Hunt

Journal of Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences

The impacts of drinking behaviors are far-reaching, with college student drinking contributing to over 1,500 deaths and an estimated 696,000 assaults on college campuses each year (National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism [NIAAA], 2019). There are a variety of explanations to explain why college students engage in risky drinking behaviors. However, there is evidence to suggest that drinking and other substance use may be a result of complex psychological origins, including adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). This paper reviews the literature available on ACEs among college students, how these experiences impact alcohol use among this population, and potential areas for …

Integrated Multidisciplinary Treatment For Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease., Anava A. Wren, Michele H. Maddux

Manuscripts, Articles, Book Chapters and Other Papers

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Examining The Causal Impact Of Prenatal Home Visiting On Birth Outcomes: A Propensity Score Analysis, Elizabeth R. Anthony, Robert L. Fischer

Faculty Scholarship

Objectives: In Ohio, African American babies die at 2.5–3 times the rate of White babies. Preterm birth and low birth weight are the leading causes of infant mortality. Home visiting is an evidence-based strategy for serving low-income pregnant women; however, there are relatively few rigorous studies examining its effect on birth outcomes. Methods: This study uses a propensity score technique to estimate the causal effect of participation in home visiting on prematurity and low birth weight among a low-income, predominantly African American sample (N = 26,814). Results: We found that participation in home visiting significantly reduced the odds of experiencing …

Capitalism, Migration, And Adult Education: Toward A Critical Project In The Second Language Learning Class, Alisha M.B. Heinemann, Lilia Monzó

Education Faculty Articles and Research

Migration has become both a consequence of and support structure for global racialised capitalism. A presumed source of support for the people who migrate is adult education, especially the second language learning class. However, as a state organized institution, the policies and practices that govern second-language courses serve to inculcate the ideologies and values that support a racialised capitalist system. We draw on two case examples – the U.S. and Germany – to demonstrate these entanglements. We engage Freire’s critical pedagogy wherein learning contexts encourage students to question the realities of their lives, and Foucault’s ideas regarding heterotopian places where …

Distress Screenings For Oncology Patients, A Best Practice Approach, Alexandra Monell, Stephanie Bonanno, Ebony M. Samuel-Bakpessi, Kathleen Joy, Yrina Sosa, Judith Maloy

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

The impact of distress can have consequences that are devastating for patients with cancer, especially during an unforeseen pandemic. The specific aim of this study identifies the efficacy of using the Distress Screening Tool during every oncology patients’ treatment visit, advocating for them, and linking them to the appropriate resources.

Transitioning To College: Experiences Of Successful First-Generation College Students, Jonathan R. Ricks, Jeffrey M. Warren

Journal of Educational Research and Practice

This qualitative study explored the high school to college transition experiences of ten successful first-generation college students (FGCS). Participants were college seniors at an historically black university in the United States. A generic qualitative research design was used, including in-depth, semi-structured interviews to collect and analyze data. Participants reported that the transition experience led to confusion with academic and financial procedures, various emotions including anxiety and fear, the realization that they had deficits in academic skills, and the receipt of support from family members and others. Cultural and social capital appeared to play key roles in their success. Student affairs …

The Story Of The Division Of Continuing Education / School Of Extended Studies, Cheryl Livneh, Sherwin Davidson, Cari Olmsted, Melissa Endicott, Nancy Goldman, Steve Harmon, Martha Ketcham, Robert Mercer

Historical Articles and Essays

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2021 February 19 - Board Of Trustees Academic, Research, And Student Success Committee Agenda And Minutes, Board Of Trustees, East Tennessee State University

Board of Trustees Agendas and Minutes

No abstract provided.

Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes, February 19, 2021

Board of Trustees Minutes

Minutes from the Wright State University Board of Trustees Meeting held on February 19, 2021

Board Of Trustees Agenda, Feb. 19 2021, Indiana State University Board Of Trustees

Board of Trustees

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Diversity And Inclusion Toolbox: Action Items For The Nonprofit Sector, Donovan Branche Phd, Karen Ford Dsw

#LEADCC: Leading Change Conference

There is a critical lack of diversity in leadership, particularly African-American women, across all sectors. Given that the nonprofit sector is an integral part of the social system, it makes sense to have leaders that reflect the social fabric of the United States. Diversifying the nonprofit work is an important goal, not only given underrepresentation but also because of looming population shifts. This paper builds on previous mixed methods research by the authors by adding concrete implications and action points to increase diversity and inclusion.

Attentiveness To Relationships Is Vital In A Highly Dynamic Organization, Terry Fernsler Mnpl, Phd

#LEADCC: Leading Change Conference

Columbia-Pacific Resource Conservation and Economic Development District, a rural nonprofit organization, is followed through the process of dramatic change from a little-known conservation organization to a highly responsive and important economic and community development player in a four-county region. The organization managed a change from a state of lethargy to one in which governing board members became highly engaged, enthusiastic participants and leaders guiding the organization to significant impact. After the organization’s participants adopted complexity, Columbia-Pacific RC&EDD developed a strong reputation for innovation and impact. Leadership took a systems approach to manage change internally and guide positive approaches throughout its …

Small Nonprofit Collaboration, Terrence Fernsler, Karen A. Ford Dsw

#LEADCC: Leading Change Conference

A growing and current body of literature discuss collaborative best practices, pitfalls, funder pressures, and present case studies. Missing from this literature is the representative voices of small nonprofits and their views regarding collaborative activities designed to reduce fixed costs, reach more clients, maximize fundraising, and manage external environments. Small nonprofits have been encouraged to consider collaboration to leverage their resources and viability. Many rural nonprofit organizations can be classified as small nonprofits. These organizations respond to local needs with people deeply invested in their communities. In this study, representatives of small nonprofit organizations were surveyed to learn whether collaboration …

Striving For Consistency Among Change And Uncertainty: A Year Of Interprofessional Student Hotspotting, Tracey Earland, Phd, Otr/L, Megan Hershman, Ms, Samantha Burke, Otd

Collaborative Healthcare: Interprofessional Practice, Education and Evaluation (JCIPE)

In Student Hotspotting, interprofessional teams provide hands-on, individualized interventions to patients with high healthcare utilization to address underlying social determinants of health (such as education, economic stability, or neighborhood safety), promote interprofessional collaboration, and reduce unnecessary hospital admissions for patients with complex health and social needs.