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Reproductive Autonomy: How Chapter 135 Strengthens Invisible Shackles On People’S Right To Choose, Courtney Lamb

University of the Pacific Law Review

No abstract provided.

Trip Or Treat: Psychedelic Drug Reform In California, Thomas Salazar

University of the Pacific Law Review

No abstract provided.

No Luck For The Accused: How Sb 262 Keeps The Presumption Of Guilt For Many Arrestees, Ismael Perez

University of the Pacific Law Review

No abstract provided.

Law Enforcement Allegiance: How Chapter 20 Provides An Ineffective Solution To Police Accountability, Chloe Fisher

University of the Pacific Law Review

No abstract provided.

History Of Usm Service-Learning Faculty Fellows Seminar Participants, Christy Kayser

History of USM Community Engagement

A list of participants from USM's faculty seminar on service-learning, called the Service-Learning Faculty Fellows Program, from its inception in 2001 up until spring 2022. Also includes name of seminar instructors.

Targeting The Roots Of The American Criminal Justice System And Its Modern-Day Manifestations Through The Historical Marginalization Of Black Americans, Adia Reed

Race, Gender, and Sexuality Symposium

Following the murder of George Floyd in late May of 2020 came a summer of heightened emotions and loud utterances of beliefs regarding police behavior and systemic racism. For many white Americans, this was a catalyst for deep self-inventories, personal growth, and the unlearning of dangerous prejudices and misconceptions. For Black Americans, however, this was simply another expression of normalized deadly behavior against their communities. The recent demands for transforming our legal system shed light on the malevolent origins of American policing. When identifying the unjust roots of the American legal system, modern-day manifestations of racially motivated practices, attitudes, and …

Mobility And Resistance: Reading Delany’S Blake As An Early Green Book, Jack Hoda

Race, Gender, and Sexuality Symposium

In his introduction to the 2017 edition of Martin Delany’s 'Blake; Or, the Huts of America,' Jerome McGann details the texts and Delany’s history of exclusion from the American canon. McGann writes that 'Blake' “was at once the most important and the least influential work of fiction published by a black writer in the nineteenth century” (ix). While the novel, first released in two serialized parts, had an impact in its contemporary context thanks to Delany’s widespread career, both 'Blake' and Delany himself disappear from the American literary imaginary. It’s no surprise that 'Blake’s' slow reemergence in the twentieth century …

Fictional Crime-Based Dramas And The Relationship Between Violence And Mental Illness, Katharine R. Carrión

Psychology Honors Papers

Since its beginnings in the late 1940s, the crime-based media genre has continuously maintained its status as an entertainment favorite, and portrayals of violence and crime in the media have led to an increasingly strong, close relationship between viewers and this type of media. A problem that goes widely undiscussed about this genre is that the perpetrators of these violent crimes are often portrayed as suffering from some mental illness. The goal of this study was to understand how fictional crime-based television dramas impact general public understanding of the relationship between violence and mental illness, while also examining the best …

Critical Race Theory: A Definitional Perspective And A Christian Model Of Understanding Systemic Racism, Steven W. Brooks

Faculty Publications and Presentations

No abstract provided.

Course Catalog 2022-2023, Csusb

CSUSB Course Catalog

No abstract provided.

The Impact Of Participation In Co-Curricular Activities On Academic Performance And Retention Utilizing Data Collected For The Co-Curricular Transcript, Harry Mars

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to determine the impact that participation in co-curricular activities has on the academic performance and retention of students at an urban community college. This study utilized archived data to make quantitative analyses of the impact of participation in co-curricular activities on GPA scores and one-semester retention. The study included all of the students at Metro Community College who participated in one of the following activities during the 2018-2019 academic year: club member, club leader, leadership training, and mentee by a peer. Multiple regression was run to test the impact of participation in these activities …

Media Exposure And Effects On Social Cognitions, Adenique Lisse

Theses and Dissertations

The media, which is comprised of mass media and social media (Bennett, 1982; Carr & Hayes, 2015), is a powerful tool that reflects as well as change’s public opinion and social cognitions (Fan & Pedrycz, 2017; Bandura, 2002). Research posits that Black and Latino individuals are more likely to be portrayed negatively in the media (Dixon, Weeks & Smith, 2019; Dixon et al., 2003; Dixon & Linz, 2000; Dixon, 2017). Thus, media exposures can cultivate real-world stereotypical views of individuals within these ethnic/racial groups (Haft & Zhou, 2021; Han & Budarick, 2018) and shapes individual’s self-view (Tsfati, 2007). White individuals, …

Effective Organizational Structure And Leadership Theory For Homeland Security Organizations, Lowell Dimoff

Theses and Dissertations

The Department of Homeland (DHS) was borne of the fires of 9/11 and assigned the mission to protect America from terrorism, and what has subsequently grown into a broad range of threats. As evidenced by reports produced by governmental watchdog agencies and academic literature, DHS has been widely criticized for its response to a number of emergencies, and the morale of its workforce remains at or near the bottom of all federal government agencies. Using existing literature and theory as a baseline, this dissertation will examine organizational structure and leadership theory as applied to homeland security organizations through a comparative …

A Narrative Study Exploring The Lived Experiences Of Formerly Incarcerated Youth And Their Motivation For Re-Entering The Public Education System, Dominique Ramos

Theses and Dissertations

Nearly 34% of students who drop out of high school do so due to being incarcerated. Research has shown that students of color and those receiving special education services are at an increased risk of transitioning from the public education system to the criminal justice system in what is referred to as the School-to-Prison-Pipeline (Annamma, 2015; Barnes & Motz, 2018; Hart & Mueller, 2012; Pyle, Flower, Fall, & Williams, 2016). A bigger issue than the graduation rate is understanding what motivates students to return to public education, post-incarceration, to complete their high school requirements as told by the students. For …

The Influence Of Restorative Practice On School Climate, Kay E. Lister

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The impact of restorative practices on school climate is affirmed as the fostering of teacher-student relationship impacts connection, empathy, and social skills. Bullying decreased, self-advocacy increased, and school communities became both more present and calmer comparatively. Communication increased with an acquisition of restorative language, learning outcomes increased when students were in the classroom, and authenticity was formed. The mode of restorative intervention was interchangeable to best meet the needs of the proactive or reactive approach. The impact of school climate and the longevity of restorative practice was dependent upon the process of implementation, the culture of the school, and investment …

How Do The Zero-Tolerance Policies Lead Students Of Color To The School To Prison Pipeline, Deanna Minnie Williams

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The school-to-prison pipeline in the United States is significantly affected by the zero-tolerance policies and mainly impacts students of color. The school to prison pipeline refers to students of color who are disproportionately placed into the juvenile detention center (JDC). Several factors play a role in what can be done to minimize the number of students of color who enter the school-to-prison pipeline. One factor contributing to the school-to-prison pipeline is the ineffective school-based interventions that increase student dropout. Additionally, it is vital to analyze educators' perspective that intentionally or unintentionally promotes racial bias that may cause disparities and lead …

The Impact Of Poverty On High School Graduation Rates, Andrew Lanners

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Kids living in poverty is an issue that can impact students in many ways, especially educationally. This thesis paper goes in depth on how poverty negatively impacts graduation rates. Students living in poverty can be negatively impacted socially, emotionally, mentally, etc. for many different reasons. The good news is, there are solutions to students who live in poverty. This thesis paper also dives into those solutions for students living in poverty.

Army Rotc Annual Program Report, 2021-2022, University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Army Rotc

Army ROTC Annual Program Report

No abstract provided.

Annual Financial Report, 2021-2022, University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Annual Financial Report

No abstract provided.

An Inventory And Assessment Of Sample Sources For Survey Research With Agricultural Producers In The Us, J. Ulrich-Schad, S. Li, J. Arbuckle, E. Avemegah, K. Brasier, M. Burnham, A. K. Chaudhary, W. Eaton, W. Gu, T. Haigh, D. Jackson-Smith

School of Natural Resources: Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

A Statistical Analysis Of Crime In The United States Of America Research, Jennifer I. Cappa

Sociology Undergraduate Work

This research paper was written by Jennifer Cappa on behalf of Dean Calvin Easterling of the sociology department. It serves to evaluate the statistical and mental factors of criminals in the United States of America as the crime rate has increased over time. The methodology used to track and analyze the patterns of the murders is the sociological factors that contribute to this.

The Impact Of Insight, Psychological Functioning, And Treatment Resistance On Completion Of Diversion Programs, Seniz L. Warner

Theses and Dissertations

Offenders are three to five times more likely to struggle with mental health challenges compared to that of the general population. As such, mental health is a major concern for individuals within the criminal justice system (Bronson & Berzofsky, 2017; Desmond & Lenz, 2010; Fazel & Seewald, 2012; Gonzalez & Connell, 2014; Hall et al., 2019; Linhorst & Dirks-Linhorst, 2015). Despite the significant number of offenders who are reportedly struggling with mental health, there is difficulty providing inmates with mental health treatment in general. Within correctional facilities, various treatment programs are available for inmates; however, there is limited access due …

Faces Of The Aftermath Of Visible & Invisible Violence & Loss: Radical Resiliency Of Justice & Healing, Barbara L. Jones

Center for Peace and Conflict Studies

As a victim/cosurvivor, my experiences with the criminal justice system have called me to confront hard truths and the brutal facts of coming to terms with death, life, meaning, responsibility, and healing in innumerable ways. The real and tangible balance as a practitioner, victim, and healer are oftentimes disconnected from theory, practice, and life and death experiences. What does it mean to be human in the processes of restoration and reconciliation while hosting complexities, contradictions, and complacencies that all too often reduce victims/cosurvivors to being forgotten, dismissed, and neglected within the criminal justice system? Why do communities of people who …

Recognizing And Responding To Abuse In Later Life: Feedback From Virginia’S Frontline, Sarah A. Marrs, Courtney O'Hara

Case Studies from Age in Action

Learning Objectives

1. To describe a research project aimed at understanding the recognition of and response to abuse in later life in the greater Richmond area

2. To discuss the structural factors that contribute to underidentification and under-resourcing of services that address abuse in later life

3. To discuss the relationship between ageism and abuse in later life

Judical Line-Drawing And The Court's Failure To Protect Immigrants, Zoe Graham

Mitchell Hamline Law Journal of Public Policy and Practice

No abstract provided.

The Heart Of Classical Work-Performance, Andrew Kania

Philosophy Faculty Research

In this critical study of Julian Dodd’s Being True to Works of Music (2020), I argue that the three-tier normative profile of the work-performance tradition in classical music that Dodd defends should be rejected in favour of a two-tier version. I also argue that the theory of work-performance defended in the book fits much more naturally with a contextualist ontology of musical works than with the Platonist ontology Dodd defends in Works of Music (2007), despite his arguments to the contrary in the afterword of the new book. Finally, I argue that the reasons he gives for preferring a ‘tradition-based’ …

A Study On Formerly Incarcerated Women From Appalachia Pursuing Higher Education, Marcie Simms

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

The pursuit of higher education is a goal that is embedded in secondary education and often correlated with the American dream. This study concentrated on the barriers that women with a felony conviction face when pursuing higher education after incarceration. Based on the identified barriers, current best practices for admission to higher education institutions and individual resources available for the ex-offender population were assessed. Using a questionnaire and interviews, a qualitative research approach helped identify the barriers that women with a felony conviction face when pursuing education and best practice solutions for institutions of higher education when working with the …

Stigmatized Discretion: A Survey Of The Impact Of Stigma Associated With Substance Use Disorder On The Hiring Of Teachers In Recovery, Nick Hoskins Roberts

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of stigma associated with substance use disorder (SUD) on the hiring of teacher-applicants in recovery. The ongoing opioid epidemic has dealt many disastrous blows to the United States, particularly in the Appalachian region of the country. As the coal industry was declining in the 1990s and 2000s, prescription opioids flooded the state of West Virginia, bringing with them a dwindling economy and a rise in crime rates, unemployment, and overdoses. Recent legislation has helped in pharmaceutical accountability/regulation and recovery options for individuals suffering from SUD. As more people in recovery …

Defining Sex: Revisiting Bostock V. Clayton County Two Years Later, Laura Kerharo

Themis: Research Journal of Justice Studies and Forensic Science

LGBT rights in the United States have come a long way in the past few decades. Cases such as Lawrence v. Texas and Obergefell v. Hodges have shown the critical role of the Supreme Court in attaining equality for LGBT people. Bostock v. Clayton County is the latest case of this kind. Bostock firmly established that workplace discrimination based on gay or transgender status was forbidden under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This essay examines the case’s majority opinion—written by conservative Justice Gorsuch—and Justice Kavanagh’s dissent. It establishes that Justice Gorsuch used a living textualism approach …

Cognitive And Other Types Of Biases Affecting Forensic Evidence: Research Analysis And Expert Conclusions, Sukhmanpreet Kaur

Themis: Research Journal of Justice Studies and Forensic Science

This paper identifies the issue of cognitive bias, with emphasis on confirmation bias, and its implications within the forensic science field. Biased thinking or processing of forensic evidence can have significant effects on an investigation process. The literature analyzed discusses the consequences of providing contextual or irrelevant ancillary information to forensic experts. Following this discussion, the opinions held by forensic professionals with regards to confirmation bias and erroneous conclusions will likewise be evaluated. It is important that the forensic science field continues to listen to its experts in order to develop solutions for dealing with and preventing instances of confirmation …