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The Case For Specialty Dockets: The Intersection Of Judicial Intervention, Psychiatric Hospitalization And Involuntary Commitments, Community-Based Services, And Public Safety, The Honorable Jacqueline S. Mcclenney

University of Richmond Law Review

Defendant Doe was diagnosed with a significant mental illness in 2015. His adult diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia came after having been an adjudicated delinquent following multiple status offenses as a juvenile. Defendant Doe was placed into foster care as a result of his biological father’s incarceration and his mother’s unwillingness to seek treatment for her substance use disorder. Mother, father, and now adult Defendant Doe were all eligible for services and attempted to receive them through the local community services board (“CSB”).

Defendant Doe received psychiatric and supportive services through the CSB. Defendant Doe again entered the criminal justice system …

Creating A Space For Relaxation And Wellbeing At The University Of South Alabama, Mary Wolf

Honors Theses

A program to provide supplementary support for the mental health and wellness of students at a midsize Southern University by providing a centrally located “relaxation space” for students on campus during the last two weeks of the semester is proposed and tested. A central location was found on campus to host the space. The researcher also developed an online survey for students to review the space. The trial was run for two weeks, and participants were able to access the online survey throughout those weeks. The results of the survey were analyzed to better understand the students’ responses to the …

Conceptualizing Centrality In Micro-Level Internationalization Through A Decolonial Approach, Omolabake Fakunle

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

Micro-level internationalization offers possibilities to explore different human experiences in international higher education. This is especially crucial given well-reported issues of racism, micro-aggression, and underrepresentation of racially minoritized international academic staff, whose voices remain mostly invisible in internationalization discourses. Previous research connects these issues to the continuing legacy of colonial logic, that privileges hegemonic Westerncentric knowledge systems. In this paper, centrality is proposed as a conceptual framework that offers a direct response to the question of epistemicide which Santos (2014) explains as the exclusion of the knowledges of racially marginalized persons [in or with origins] from the Global South. It …

16(5) Special Issue 2024, Rosalind Raby

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

The JCIHE 16(5) 2024 Special Issue Conceptualizing Micro-Level Narratives in Thematic Constructs of Internationalization with Special Guest editors: Fakunle Omolabake & Fiona Hunter. The articles in this issue examine the micro-level dimension in the internationalization of higher education (IHE), that is situated at the individual level. While of importance, the micro level of IHE has been under-studied.

Insights From Glocal Educators: Unveiling The Transformative Journeys Of Educational Developers, A Eltayb, J Valcke

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

No abstract provided.

Academic Voices: Continuing Professional Development For Teaching In Internationalized Classrooms, Lucie Weissova, Jeanine Gregersen-Hermans, Darko Pantelic

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

No abstract provided.

Troubling Paradise: Exploring The Experiences Of National Student Exchange Participants To The University Of HawaiʻI At Mānoa, Allison Yap

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

No abstract provided.

Conceptualizing Micro-Level Internationalization From Empirical And Conceptual Constructs: Adding The Human Dimension, Omolabake Fakunle, Fiona Hunter

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

No abstract provided.

The Lived Experience Of Internationally Mobile Students: A Longitudinal Study, Megan M. Siczek

Journal of Comparative & International Higher Education

No abstract provided.

Unlocking Lean Construction: Decoding The Root Causes Of Initial Implementation Failures, Adam Hoots

All Theses

In recent years, the construction industry has increasingly adopted lean construction methodologies, with the aim of enhancing project efficiencies, eliminating waste, and delivering projects that exceed all project owner expectations. With this as the industry’s focus, many projects struggle with the initial implementation of lean principles, leading to disrespect of people and resources, cost overruns, schedule delays, stakeholder misalignment, and compromised quality. This research investigates the reasons behind initial failures and how they influence the broader industry's perception of lean construction.

Drawing from a comprehensive case study of a higher education dormitory and dining facility project, this research study explores …

Unpacking The Impact Of Mixed Messaging, Lizzie Bell

All Theses

In recent years, organizations that demonstrated mixed messaging in their support for LGBTQIA+ communities following consumer backlash have been thrown into the spotlight. This study investigated the impact of organizational mixed messaging on prospective employees' perceptions using both a politically charged issue (LGBTQIA+ rights) and a neutral issue (reading campaign). Drawing from both signaling and social identity theory, it was hypothesized that organizations inconsistent in their support for LGBTQIA+ issues would be rated lower in attractiveness and integrity, with higher perceptions of hypocrisy. Additionally, a three-way interaction between organizational consistency, politicization of the organizational stance, and participant political affiliation was …

Environmental Storytelling In Video Games Through The Lens Of Film Noir, Samuel Hagen

All Theses

My project is an interactable video game experience showcased through the lens of film noir, that focuses on the capabilities and benefits of environmental storytelling in video games. With a heavy focus on immersion, my project forces the player to explore a murder scene and encourages them to formulate their own narrative about what has transpired. My project fuels the player’s ability for self-reflection and self-acceptance through the player’s personalized and unique interpretations experienced while exploring the scene I have created. In my paper, I discuss the aspects of environmental storytelling and immersion in video games and how they have …

Shifting Perspectives With Procedural Modeling Techniques And Vertex Animated Textures For Real-Time Interactive Morphing, Stephanie Schulze

All Theses

As humans experience reality, they intake external stimuli using sensory receptors to process information, forming a perception. Perceptions are subjective and shape each individual’s reality. Naturally then, by changing one’s perceptions, their experience of reality is altered, for better or worse. To emphasize the idea that perception is malleable and encourage a mindset of questioning alternative ways to look at a situation, an interactive experience in Unreal Engine is developed where a dull cityscape morphs and transforms into a surreal oversized nature scene. Procedural modeling techniques are used to create a variety of morphing assets, while Vertex Animated Textures are …

Ai At The Helm: Transforming Crisis Communication Through Theory And Advancing Technology, Timothy Whims

All Theses

This thesis investigates the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly large language models, into crisis communication, focusing on how AI technologies can enhance response strategies and stakeholder engagement during crises. By leveraging established communication frameworks such as Image Repair Theory, Situational Crisis Communication Theory, and the Discourse of Renewal, this research explores the potential for AI to improve both the speed and precision of crisis responses. The study highlights how AI can assist in monitoring public sentiment, drafting tailored responses, and managing real-time information during crisis events. However, it also addresses the limitations of AI, such as its inability to …

Strategic Alignment And Its Impact On Organizational Prosperity, Maryam Qies, Ali Adnan Hasan

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Purpose: The current research aims to measure strategic alignment (SA) in its dimensions (communications, value, and efficiency of information technology (IT), governance, infrastructure, human resources skills) and its impact on organizational prosperity (OP) in its dimensions (organizational awareness, organizational capacity, organizational commitment, leadership support, empowerment). Theoretical Framework: In light of what was suggested by the researchers (Barnes, 2017), (Singh & Arora, 2020), the importance of the study appears through identifying the frameworks and intellectual treatments associated with the study variables (strategic alignment, organizational prosperity). Design/Methodology/Approach: : The study was conducted in the Central Agency for Standardization, Metrology and Quality Control …

The Role Of Virtuous Leadership In Reducing Organizational Deviation: An Analytical Study Of A Sample Of Al-Rafidin In Bank Employees In Anbar, Hind Fouad Zabar, Mohsin Rashed Musaheb

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Purpose: This research works to achieve several goals, perhaps the most prominent of which is identifying the role of virtuous leadership in reducing organizational deviation. Theoretical Framework: Based on what the researchers reported (G. Wang & Hackett, 2016), (Bashir et al., 2012) this study deals with providing practical guidance to improve the virtuous leadership process and enhance its effectiveness in reducing deviations and achieving sustainable development. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study analyzed the data of Rafidain Bank employees in Anbar (2023-2024) using the virtuous leadership model and through its dimensions (courage, wisdom, justice, moderation, and humanity) in reducing organizational deviation through the …

Psychological Empowerment And Its Impact On Contextual Performance, Doaa Abd Hafid, Khaled Mahdi Saleh

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Purpose: The purpose of the research was to determine if psychological empowerment might be regarded as a critical component in raising employees' contextual performance in the workplace. Or do other elements come into play when defining professional performance? Theoretical framework: The goal of the study was to draw attention to how crucial contextual performance and psychological empowerment are as fundamental management ideas in the area under investigation. Design/methodology/approach: The research used a descriptive methodology, resolution-based tool analysis, tabulation, and analysis using a ready statistical software. (SPSS). The Office of the Shia Endowment/Administrative and Financial Service was chosen by the researcher …

Developing The Quality Of Work Life In Light Of The Relationship Between Organizational Ignorance And Job Conflict: An Exploratory Study Of The Opinions Of A Sample Of Nurses In The Medical City Hospital, Ali Abdelsalam Abdel-Daem

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Purpose: Developing the quality of work life as a logical indicator for studying the relationship between practical organizational ignorance and its influential role in determining organizational conflict for nurses at Medical City Hospital. Theoretical framework: The study shed light on enhancing the organization's organizational ignorance according to the available data and information, and to the researcher's knowledge, other researchers have yet to address it. Design/methodology/approach: The exploratory approach was adopted in presenting and measuring the concepts of organizational ignorance and functional conflict based on the questionnaire because it was applied in its quantitative form through standard models and applied at …

Analysis Of The Productivity Of Educational Expenditures And Their Impact On Human Development In Iraq, Zina Imad Abdallah, Taamem Mohammad Saloom

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Purpose : Analysis of the path of public spending on the education sector with an analysis of some human development indicators and the extent to which educational spending contributes to raising the level of human development for the period (2004-2023) in Iraq. Theoretical Framework: The current research addressed the study of the relationship between government spending in the education sector and the impact of that spending on human development, and the research problem focuses on the inefficiency of educational expenditures in Iraq and their limited impact on human development. Despite significant investments, challenges such as low literacy rates and poor …

Using P-Median To Solve Location Design Problems, Alaa Shnaishel Cheetar

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

Purpose: This research mostly concentrates on guiding pupils to their secondary schools following their accomplishment in the early elementary education phase. The primary challenge is the establishment of additional schools to accommodate the significant population growth resulting from expansion in emerging areas. Theoretical framework: Scholarly literature has thoroughly examined the P-Median problem and applied it across various domains, including cluster analysis, quantitative psychology, marketing, the communications sector, sales force design, and political constituency division. Design/methodology/approach: This study aims to propose a customization form based on the P-Median issue, taking into account its properties and structure. The P-Median problem optimizes the …

The Impact Of Talent Management Strategies On Organizational Ingenuity: An Empirical Research In Some Colleges Of The University Of Baghdad, Amal Mohammed Radhi, Adel Abd Al-Abbasi

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

The main object of this research is to test the effect of talent management strategies on organizational ingenuity in several colleges of the University of Baghdad (College of Physical Education for Girls, College of Physical Education and Physical Sciences, Main College of Fine Arts, and the sub-college of fine arts). The research problem is that there is a dearth of studies examining how talent management techniques affect organizational ingenuity. The research adopted the descriptive analytical approach to study the phenomenon thoroughly. The questionnaire was the main tool for collecting data and information. The research sample included heads of academic departments, …

Leveraging Business Intelligence Tools For Enhancing Career Services In Higher Education, Vedanti Aghaw

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

In today’s competitive job market, career services in higher education are crucial for equipping students with the skills and readiness they need to succeed professionally. Yet, traditional career service models often fall short of addressing the evolving needs of students due to limited abilities in tracking engagement, evaluating program effectiveness, and predicting job market trends.

This study addresses three key research questions: Q1. How can BI tools improve data-driven decision-making within career services? Q2. What role does predictive analytics play in enhancing career success forecasting? Q3. How can BI tools assist in optimizing resource allocation within career centers?

The findings …

Implementing Youth Mental Health First Aid Training In Cooperative Extension Programs, Anne Marie Iaccopucci, Monica M. Lobenstein, Kendra M. Lewis, Kea Norrell-Aitch

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Mental health challenges for youth continue to be a growing concern. Youth- serving organizations have the potential to play a significant role in recognizing the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in youth. The Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) training course is widely used to equip adults working with youth with skills to support mental health and de-escalate crisis situations. Cooperative Extension is a trusted organization in many local communities nationwide that delivers YMHFA. Program Leaders from 11 states, representing all five regions of Cooperative Extension, describe their successes and challenges in implementing YMHFA. Experienced program leaders suggest …

An Evaluation Of Health Rocks! With A Control Group, Dan Wang, Yunqi Wang, Maria R. De Guzman, Yan R. Xia, Kieu-Anh T. Do, Zhenqiao Yang

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

Youth substance use challenges their health and well-being. There is research and practical need for rigorous evaluation of substance use prevention programs in prompting positive youth development. This study examined the program effectiveness of Health Rocks!, a youth substance use prevention program, with a quasi-experimental two-factor mixed evaluation design. We gathered data from 584 participants (i.e., 475 youth in the treatment group and 109 youth in the control group) and conducted paired-sample t-tests for each group to compare youth substance use-related outcomes before and after the training. Results showed that youth in the treatment group reported significant increases in substance …

Comparing Virtual And In-Person Delivery Modes Of A Preschool Stem School Readiness Program During The Pandemic, Yaebin Kim, Courtney E. Lyons, William P. Evans, Dan Weigel

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

This study describes the transition of a preschool STEM school readiness program from in-person to virtual programming during the early pandemic phase, examines in-person and virtual program data to understand the effectiveness of these two program delivery modes, and presents lessons learned from this abrupt transition. Results suggest that in-person and virtual classes were effective and equivalent on parent ratings and program monitoring variables. Future study will be needed to fully determine the cost-benefit impacts of in-person, virtual, and hybrid program delivery models on STEM school readiness and other family engagement programs.

News You Can Use— Helping Older Adults Make Informed Food Choices, Chih-Cheng Lu, Sarah Francis

Journal of Human Sciences and Extension

This cross-sectional study investigates the impact of the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Nutrition Education With Seniors (NEWS) program on the food-related challenges faced by older adults. The study used quarterly evaluations spanning 2012 to 2022, focusing on the application of newsletter information; 3,281 surveys were completed. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were employed for sociodemographic analysis, while z-tests with Bonferroni correction compared column proportions. Respondents were primarily female (64.5%), aged 60-69 (52.1%). Many encountered a decreased food supply (47.1%), yet experienced no impacts from these changes (47.3%.) Most used NEWS information for food choices (79.7%) and resource management (83.9%), …

Montclair Magazine (Fall/Winter 2024), Montclair State University

Montclair: The magazine of Montclair State University

No abstract provided.

Distorted Narratives In The Treatment Program Complex, Evelyn Lia Malavé

Fordham Law Review

Problem-solving courts and alternatives to incarceration have been both celebrated as successful attempts to address the factors that lead to defendants’ involvement in the criminal legal system and critiqued as ineffective reforms that worsen mass incarceration. Specifically, critiques of the “treatment program complex” have tended to focus on how it harms defendants by exposing them to higher levels of incarceration if they fail to complete court mandates. But these critiques have failed to account for another way the treatment program complex harms defendants: by suppressing their voices regarding what kind of help they need and how they are affected by …

December 2024 News Releases, University Of Montana--Missoula. Office Of University Relations

University of Montana News Releases, 1928, 1956-present

No abstract provided.

The Inclusion Of Metacognition In Source Evaluation Instruction, Anthony Tardiff

Communications in Information Literacy

Though the ACRL Framework holds metacognition as crucial to exercising information literacy, its emphasis was reduced from prominence in early drafts to a single mention in the final document. At the same time, few of the frequently-taught sets of source evaluation criteria include a step for self-awareness. This raises the question: do librarians explicitly teach metacognitive concepts when they teach source evaluation? Online library guides about source evaluation from various colleges and universities in Washington state were analyzed, and librarians who taught source evaluation were surveyed to determine whether and to what extent metacognitive concepts were included as part of …