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Faculty And Staff Perception Of Financial Fraud In Higher Education, Stephanie Hammons

Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects

This research was designed to survey full-time faculty and staff, from multiple universities, about their experience of fraud within their current and previous institution. Through the survey, we were provided insight into the perception of fraud within higher education institutions and the faculty and staff perception of how the institution handled it. Through the information provided in the survey, it is revealed if whether fraud is a rare occurrence at most institutions or if whether it is a bigger problem than it appears to be. In addition, we will learn how many instances of fraud within different institutions participants have …

Working At The Intersections Of Information Literacy And Scholarly Communication: New Models For Engaging Students, Faculty, And Librarians, Michelle Reed, Sarah Hare, Merinda Hensley, Amanda Makula

UTA Libraries Staff Publications - Archive

In 2013, ACRL published a white paper titled Intersections of Scholarly Communication and Information Literacy: Creating Strategic Collaborations for a Changing Academic Environment, which called for a more integrated approach to scholarly communication and information literacy outreach. This panel aims to continue the conversation started by the Intersections white paper, renewing the discussion about the value of intersectional work and providing new case studies and potential applications for participants to consider. The panel will conclude with audience participation about how the library community can structurally encourage cross-pollination between these two groups and continue to find new and emerging intersections.

Cultivating Grit: Faculty Influence On Females' Academic Success In Engineering Majors, Lisa Lynn Wymer

Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of this study was to identify the relationships between the positive and negative factors that impact undergraduate female engineering students’ academic success in their programs. While females participate and persist in higher education at higher rates than their male counterparts, engineering is one field of study where gender disparity remains especially apparent, as males continue to outnumber females in engineering degree attainment (Ross, Kena, Rathbun, KewalRamani, Zhang, Kristapovich, & Manning, 2012, Schreuders, Mannon, & Rutherford, 2009, Tsui, 2009). The conceptual framework for this study was based on Tinto’s Longitudinal Model of Institutional Departure, which provides the theoretical foundation …

Assessing The Financial Practicality Of Leed, Paul Ristuccia, Alanna L. Lecher

Student Publications and Presentations

The impact of construction and maintaining existing buildings is a major contributor to climate change. A solution to mitigating these associated impacts is green building rating systems; one of the most widely used is Leader in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED). First introduced in 2009 by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED is routinely updated based on user feedback and evolving industry standards. One flaw of this rating system are the additional costs of integration with construction projects and the certification process. This flaw moves LEED certification out of reach of low-budget projects; thus, this study’s goals include: 1) …

Black & White Response In A Gray Area: Faculty And Predatory Publishing, Nicole R. Webber, Stephanie Wiegand

University Libraries Publications

This study focuses on faculty knowledge, experiences, and attitudes regarding fraudulent journal operations. Many definitions presented to researchers contain two primary aspects to describe these intentional perpetra­tors: 1) the chief motivation to profit monetarily, and 2) the misleading promise of and failure to deliver on indicators of quality, such as peer review. While this definition is simple on its surface, when put into practice it often expands into discussions of poor or unethical practices by journal publishers. It is common to find lists of grievances clarifying acts that signal predatory or unethical practices, which are used to broadly classify jour­nals …

2019 March 8, Faculty Senate Minutes, State University Of New York At Cortland

Minutes

Faculty Senate Minutes

Response at conclusion of Spring 2018

(DRAFT report from CTE committee) 4/20/18

Further Updates from 2018-2019 – 3/8/19

Charge to CTE From J. Ouellette, Chair, Faculty Senate

Pacific Review Spring 2019, Alumni Association Of The University Of The Pacific

Pacific Magazine and Pacific Review

No abstract provided.

Martin Delivers First Research Landscapes Event |College Of Engineering, Utah State University

College of Engineering News

Community, business and legislative leaders got a first-hand review of Utah's air quality challenges from one of the state's foremost experts on air quality research. On Feb. 26, Randy Martin, associate research professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and researcher at the Utah Water Research Laboratory, presented the first Research Landscapes lecture in Salt Lake City. The event took place at the O.C. Tanner Headquarters in front of a standing-room-only crowd.

Faculty Award Winners Recognized At Awards Banquet |College Of Engineering, Utah State University

College of Engineering News

The College of Engineering extends its congratulations to the two faculty award winners recognized at Friday’s Engineers Week Awards Banquet.

Professor Randy Martin First To Speak At Usu Research Landscapes Event | College Of Engineering, Utah State University

College of Engineering News

Cllege of Engineering professor and air quality expert Randy Martin will be the first to present at Utah State University’s upcoming Research Landscapes speaker series on Tuesday, Feb. 26. The series highlights findings from statewide research on air, water and land.

Remarks, Memorial And Tribute For Dr. David R. Carr, February 19, 2010, J. M. Tschiderer

USF St. Petersburg Biographical Materials

Remarks given during a celebration of life ceremony for University of South Florida St. Petersburg History professor Dr. David R. Carr. The remarks were compiled and edited by J.M. "Sudsy" Tschiderer.

New Biological Engineering Department Head Named At Usu | College Of Engineering, Utah State University

College of Engineering News

Utah State University’s Department of Biological Engineering is under new leadership. Industry veteran and professor D. Keith Roper took the helm at the department at the beginning of the spring semester. Roper brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the position and says he’s eager to usher in exciting changes.

College Of Engineering Welcomes New Director Of Industry Relations | College Of Engineering, Utah State University

College of Engineering News

USU’s College of Engineering welcomes Dixon Nielson as the new director of industry relations. Nielson joined the college on February 1. His primary responsibility is to develop and strengthen college and department ties with companies that value our students and wish to invest in their future.

College Of Engineering Welcomes New Hr And Scholarship Personnel Specialist | College Of Engineering, Utah State University

College of Engineering News

USU’s College of Engineering welcomes Makenzye Bennett as the new human resources and scholarship personnel specialist. Bennett joined the college on Dec. 10, 2018.

Exploring Faculty Perceptions Of Student Information Literacy Learning: A Qualitative Study., Catherine Baird

University Libraries Scholarship and Creative Works

This study investigates faculty members in a university writing department and their perceptions of how students learn information literacy (IL) skills. Based on a qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews with faculty, the results fill a gap in the literature where only a few recent qualitative studies exist.

When Assessment Is Surveillance, Jennifer Thomson

Bucknell: Occupied

Jennifer Thomson, assistant professor of History at Bucknell University, interviews Steve Jordan, professor of Biology at Bucknell University. The pair discuss administrative decisions on campus that contribute to feelings of powerlessness, of automation, and of surveillance.

2019 January 17-19, Faculty Senate Minutes, State University Of New York At Cortland

Minutes

TO: SUNY University Faculty Senate

FROM: SUNY University Faculty Senate Executive Committee

RE: New Deal for SUNY and CUNY

DATE: 181st Winter Plenary, January 17-19, 2019

Damage Precursor Identification In Composite Laminates Using Data Driven Approach, Muthu Ram Prabhu Elenchezhian, Vamsee Vadlamudi, Rassel Raihan, Kenneth Reifsnider

Institute of Predictive Performance Methodologies (IPPM-UTARI)-Archive

Composite materials are rapidly being used in commercial aviation and other day to day applications. The individual damage modes in composites are very well understood but it is the interaction of these local damage modes that leads to global failure. In the current research we intend to identify the damage precursors and the initiation of failure events in off axis unidirectional composite laminates loaded in quasi static uniaxial tension by measuring the dielectric response of the material by an in-situ technique using Broadband Dielectric Spectroscopy (BbDS). Using the variation of permittivity with strain, we are able to classify the stages …

Research Brief Fiscal Year 2019, Nova Southeastern University

Research Briefs

No abstract provided.

Nsu Translational Research And Economic Development Fy 2019 Annual Report, Nova Southeastern University

Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

2019 Nsu Fact Book, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Fact Book

The 27th edition of the Nova Southeastern University (NSU) Fact Book provides perspective on the university’s character, growth, and accomplishments. The 2019 Fact Book includes narrative, numeric, and graphic representation of the university, including history, characteristics, and development of the institution. Data are presented in both tabular and graphic formats to provide pertinent detail, and general trends are highlighted.

NSU’s internal and external institutional stakeholders regularly consult the Fact Book. It is referenced when compiling data and information for funding proposals or responding to the planning, budgeting, and governmental compliance requirements of the university. It serves as an official …

Applied Fluid Mechanics Lab Manual, Habib Ahmari, Shah Md Imran Kabir

Mavs Open Press Open Educational Resources - Archive

This lab manual provides students with the theory, practical applications, objectives, and laboratory procedure of ten experiments. The manual also includes educational videos showing how student should run each experiment and a workbook for organizing data collected in the lab and preparing result tables and charts. [Visit the books' Pressbooks page to download the OER in other formats or to access an updated web version of it. https://uta.pressbooks.pub/appliedfluidmechanics/]

Final Report: Utilizing Oer Resources To Strengthen The Student Experience In Geometry, Theresa Jorgensen

Mavs Open Press Open Educational Resources - Archive

Dr. Theresa Jorgensen's final report for the UTA CARES Grant Program

Applied Fluid Mechanics Lab Manual Final Report: Incorporating An Open Educational Resource Into The Applied Fluid Mechanics Laboratory Course To Enhance Civil Engineering Education, Habib Ahmari

Mavs Open Press Open Educational Resources - Archive

In this project an open educational resource (OER) was developed and incorporated into the applied fluid mechanics laboratory course. The objectives of this OER were to: 1) provide students with adequate and consistent educational resources, 2) assess the benefits of utilizing free and open course material to enhance engineering students' technical skills and engagement, and 3) reduce the financial barriers to engineering education. The applied fluid mechanics laboratory course is an essential component of water resources engineering programs, but it is challenging to find standard course materials that help students comprehend and connect with experimental procedures. The OER allows all …

Applied Fluid Mechanics Lab Manual, Habib Ahmari, Shah Md Imran Kabir

Civil Engineering Faculty Publications - Archive

This lab manual provides students with the theory, practical applications, objectives, and laboratory procedure of ten experiments. The manual also includes educational videos showing how student should run each experiment and a workbook for organizing data collected in the lab and preparing result tables and charts.

Design Of Embedded Wireless Sensors For Real-Time And In-Situ Strain Sensing Of Fiber Reinforced Composites, Relebohile George Qhobosheane, Sujjatul Islam, Muthu Ram Prabhu Elenchezhian, Vamsee Vadlamudi, Rassel Raihan, Kenneth Reifsnider

Institute of Predictive Performance Methodologies (IPPM-UTARI)-Archive

The increasing demand of early detection of barely visible damage inside fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites has led to the development of advanced microsensors capable of measuring local strains and defects within FRP composites. One of the major challenges in this type of local structural health monitoring (SHM) is the development of embedded sensors which can be safely placed into FRP composites while maintaining their high strength and light weight. This paper presents the development and investigation of a set of wireless magnetostrictive sensors embedded within the FRP composites for in-situ and real-time monitoring of local strains inside the composites. …

Faculty Experiences Of Academic Dishonesty In Physician Assistant Education, Sharon Luke

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Academic dishonesty and cheating abound in universities across the globe, with increased instances of academic dishonesty in many disciplines including medical professional education programs that have high expectations for integrity and ethical conduct. The purpose of this study was to determine how faculty in physician assistant (PA) programs described their experiences, specifically their roles and responsibilities, in addressing incidents of academic dishonesty. The conceptual framework by Nitsch and colleagues, which focused on faculty failure to report conduct violations in dishonesty cases, informed interviews with 10 PA faculty members concerning the role of faculty members in academic dishonesty violations. Interview transcripts …

The Impact Of A Neuroeducation-Based Wellness Curriculum On Generation Z: Implementing Mind-Body Connection, Natalie M. Capiro, Alexandra L. Gleason, Stefanie Powers

Graduate Student Dissertations, Theses, Capstones, and Portfolios

Twenty-first century culture has a significant impact on the cognitive-psychological development of modern-day students. Cultural factors that contribute to this include the excessive use of technology, increased focus on higher academic achievement, more parental involvement, a sedentary lifestyle, and fewer in-person social interactions. Concurrently, the curricular emphasis on physical and mental wellness has been weak leading to a rise of mental health issues amongst adolescent students.

Ample research indicates that the social and emotional bodies of the brain are developing and functioning differently because of cultural factors and societal trends. It is crucial for educators to take a deeper look …

Exploring Data Management: Identifying Signposts For Graduate Student Researchers, Judith E. Pasek, Jennifer Mayer

University Libraries Publications

As graduate students embark on research projects, they often are not fully aware of what paths they should take or the obstacles they may encounter. Effectively managing research data is a skillset that needs to be honed along the way. Trail guides, including librarians, can establish instructional signposts for relevant data management concepts. To be effective, guides need to be familiar with the knowledge and skill gaps of the explorers. Surveys were conducted at two medium-sized universities to assess perceived importance and knowledge of 12 research data management competencies, with a goal of informing education planning. Results set the foundation …

Factors Predicting Faculty Members’ Intention To Teach Online In The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia, Fahad Obaid T. Alenezi

Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations

Despite the benefits online education provides, some faculty still consider online teaching less effective than traditional teaching and are not convinced they want to be involved in distance education (Blin & Munro, 2008; Bolliger & Wasilik, 2009; Chen & Chen, 2006). In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the movement toward online education is slow and not promising due to several factors that may relate to faculty, learners, and institutions. The aim of this study was to investigate faculty members’ intentions to teach online at the University of Hail in KSA based on the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). Additionally, …