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Post-War Traumatic Events Of Previously Incarcerated And Homeless Veterans: A Phenomenological Study Of Their Experiences Pauline Anne Leblanc Liberty University A Dissertation Presented In Partial Fulfillment Requirements For The Degree Of Doctor Of Education School Of Behavioral Sciences, Pauline Anne Leblanc Aug 2025

Post-War Traumatic Events Of Previously Incarcerated And Homeless Veterans: A Phenomenological Study Of Their Experiences Pauline Anne Leblanc Liberty University A Dissertation Presented In Partial Fulfillment Requirements For The Degree Of Doctor Of Education School Of Behavioral Sciences, Pauline Anne Leblanc

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The importance of this phenomenological study explains why veterans' homelessness and incarceration remain a significant problem in American Society. The purpose of the study was to describe the experiences of homeless/incarcerated veterans. The study also examined the lack of needed healthcare services for veteran prisoners and ex-offenders. Incarcerated and homeless veterans are at risk for various adverse outcomes after their release, such as a range of physical, mental, and other psychosocial problems, including moral injury. The study employed a descriptive phenomenological design, utilizing various data collection methods, including a demographic questionnaire and one-on-one interviews, which were audiotaped. Selected and interviewed, …


The Problem Of Stigma: Equipping The Christian Church By Exploring An Integrated Response, Charles Mcgannon Aug 2025

The Problem Of Stigma: Equipping The Christian Church By Exploring An Integrated Response, Charles Mcgannon

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Research has shown stigma to be a significant barrier to help-seeking and effective functioning in every domain of human life. Current research has shown that attempts to enact a solution to this problem have largely failed and, in some cases, have made the problem worse. With an integrated approach incorporating the biblical perspective and supportive scientific insights, effective solutions were explored while helping to connect the Christian and scientific communities toward common goals of removing barriers for help-seekers and reducing stigma and its effects on human lives. For the current qualitative study, 10 leaders within the Christian Church were interviewed …


Enhancing Parental Knowledge Of Functional Medicine Interventions For Adhd: An Educational Initiative To Improve Caregiver Competency, Julie Gammer Aug 2025

Enhancing Parental Knowledge Of Functional Medicine Interventions For Adhd: An Educational Initiative To Improve Caregiver Competency, Julie Gammer

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent pediatric psychiatric condition often managed with stimulant medications that carry potential side effects and may not address underlying causes. Research findings indicate a significant gap in caregiver knowledge and confidence in treating their child's ADHD with functional medicine strategies. This project develops an evidence-based educational initiative designed to enhance caregiver knowledge and confidence in applying functional medicine interventions—such as dietary modifications, targeted supplementation, and gut health restoration—as natural, root-cause approaches to managing ADHD symptoms. The project utilized a 30-minute audiovisual presentation and was evaluated using pre- and post-intervention competency tests, as well as a …


Identifying Quality High School Choral Repertoire How Standards Of Composition Affect Long-Term Choral Participation, Jonathan R. Vanderwoude Aug 2025

Identifying Quality High School Choral Repertoire How Standards Of Composition Affect Long-Term Choral Participation, Jonathan R. Vanderwoude

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

A wealth of literature addresses the importance of choral repertoire selection. Yet, few studies examine how choral repertoire and elements of composition correlate with long-term ensemble participation. Exploring principles of quality from a participant perspective may provide choral directors with a paradigm for choosing excellent repertoire. With performance standards comprising the core of many high school music programs, repertoire considerations are often central to the choral curriculum. This qualitative study investigated participant perspectives on choral repertoire standards. The subsequent findings identified trends influencing repertoire selection and correlated perspectives on repertoire quality with long-term participation in choral performance. Participants were selected …


Generational Divide: Exploring Instructional Designers' Perceptions Of Artificial Intelligence In The Instructional Design Process, Cynthia R. Malone Aug 2025

Generational Divide: Exploring Instructional Designers' Perceptions Of Artificial Intelligence In The Instructional Design Process, Cynthia R. Malone

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to understand the lived experiences of instructional designers as they designed courses using AI technology and to understand their perceptions surrounding the integration of AI into the instructional design process. The theory that guided this study was the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), a framework that involves the pillars of performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, and facilitating conditions, which collectively influence one’s intention to adopt a new technology. Varying generational perceptions impacted instructional designers' adoption of AI. The central research question for this study asked, What are the …


Perceptions Of Students With Visual Impairments On The Current State Of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, And Belonging In Public School Secondary Instrumental Ensembles, Nancy J. Kerner-Durling Aug 2025

Perceptions Of Students With Visual Impairments On The Current State Of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, And Belonging In Public School Secondary Instrumental Ensembles, Nancy J. Kerner-Durling

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This qualitative research study examines the experiences and perceptions of students with visual impairments on diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging (DEIAB) in secondary instrumental music ensembles. Despite the emergence of DEIAB initiatives in music education, little is known about how these initiatives are implemented for students with visual impairments in secondary instrumental music programs, as this topic has not yet been explored or documented due to the low incidence of this disability. Data was collected through interviews of former students with visual impairments between the ages of eighteen and twenty-two who attended public schools between the ages of twelve …


Exploring The Effects Of The Covid-19 Pandemic On The Biblical Organizational Culture Of A K-12 School In Kansas, Michael Jacob Wiebe Aug 2025

Exploring The Effects Of The Covid-19 Pandemic On The Biblical Organizational Culture Of A K-12 School In Kansas, Michael Jacob Wiebe

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this qualitative research design was to understand the lived experiences of K-12 Christian school teachers regarding the perceived impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the biblical organizational culture of a school in Wichita, Kansas. A qualitative interview methodology was utilized for teachers to answer questions pertaining to their own experiences in changes within the school, the school’s environment, and the school’s level of involvement in a biblical culture during and post the COVID-19 pandemic. The data were analyzed to understand the effects and the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has had on K-12 Christian school biblical organizational culture, …


Centralizing Discipleship Through Small Groups, Roger O. Nelmes Aug 2025

Centralizing Discipleship Through Small Groups, Roger O. Nelmes

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Centralizing Discipleship through Small Groups explores how intentional leadership development and relational disciple-making practices can reframe a megachurch’s approach to spiritual formation. Conducted at Hope City, a dynamic, urban, multisite nondenominational congregation, this mixed-methods action research integrates qualitative interviews, quantitative Likert scale surveys, and a focus group to evaluate the effectiveness of a holistic discipleship framework. Key interventions included a Group Leader Intensive Training (LIT), the implementation of Rooted small groups, and the launch of Intentional Relational Discipleship (IRD) groups, all designed to shift the church’s culture from attractional programming to a missional, relational ethos. Data revealed that small groups, …


Opiate Addiction Crisis In The United States, Autumn Joy Collins Aug 2025

Opiate Addiction Crisis In The United States, Autumn Joy Collins

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

This research investigates how fentanyl has influenced drug trafficking trends and the corresponding response from law enforcement in New York State. It aims to explore the changes in drug trafficking pathways, organizational structures, and methods in this region since fentanyl's emergence and how state law enforcement has adjusted to this new challenge. The study uses a quantitative methodology, analyzing various data from law enforcement records, court documents, and state government reports. The focus is on fentanyl-related drug trafficking cases in New York State over five years. Methods include examining case records and analyzing trafficking patterns statistically. The study will assess …


The Day Of The Lord As The Unifying Theme Of John’S Revelation, Jared Michael Quirk Aug 2025

The Day Of The Lord As The Unifying Theme Of John’S Revelation, Jared Michael Quirk

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this study is to argue that the day of the Lord (DOTL) is a major unifying theme within the book of Revelation. Chapters 2–3 of this study prepare the reader to accept this point by first arguing that the DOTL was a prominent theme in both the Old Testament Scriptures and the other New Testament writings besides Revelation (Matthew–Jude). After establishing the validity of the DOTL as a prominent theme in the biblical corpus (and thus as a theme worthy of John’s consideration), chapters 4–5 of this study focus specifically on the book of Revelation, highlighting how …


A Predictive Correlational Study Of The Relationship Between International School Teachers’ Interest, Self-Efficacy, And Attitudes And Their Use Of Differentiated Instruction, Abigail H. Johnson Aug 2025

A Predictive Correlational Study Of The Relationship Between International School Teachers’ Interest, Self-Efficacy, And Attitudes And Their Use Of Differentiated Instruction, Abigail H. Johnson

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this quantitative predictive correlational study was to examine the predictive ability of teachers’ interest, self-efficacy, and attitudes toward differentiated instruction and their use of differentiated instruction among teachers in international schools in Asia. This study is important because it adds to the existing literature regarding teachers’ use of differentiated instruction in international schools in Asia. The sample was composed of 111 participants across international schools in countries in Asia, including Cambodia (3.60%), China (8.11%), India (2.70%), Indonesia (7.21%), Japan (3.60%), Malaysia (6.31%), Myanmar (8.11%), Philippines (3.60%), Singapore (9.91%), South Korea (6.31%), Taiwan (11.71%), Thailand (27.03%), Vietnam (1.80%). …


Enhancing Collaborative Care: A Training Manual For Improving Veterans Affairs Mental Health Chaplaincy, Eddie L. Jones Aug 2025

Enhancing Collaborative Care: A Training Manual For Improving Veterans Affairs Mental Health Chaplaincy, Eddie L. Jones

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

In 2010, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) launched a study to investigate the integration of chaplains in mental health care. This research expands on that study by focusing on the critical need for enhanced collaboration between chaplaincy and mental health services at local VA facilities. While existing literature affirms the integral role of chaplains in addressing the spiritual and emotional needs of individuals, significant gaps in awareness and effective collaboration practices were identified at the Marion, IL VA Health Care System (VHCS). This study aimed to assess and address the specific training …


Comparing The Effects Of Numerical Versus Syllable-Based Pedagogy On Kindergarten Academics, Tocorey C. Johnson Aug 2025

Comparing The Effects Of Numerical Versus Syllable-Based Pedagogy On Kindergarten Academics, Tocorey C. Johnson

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of numerically based and syllable-based pedagogical approaches on kindergarten students in a school located in Duval County, Jacksonville, Florida. The Kodály Method, a well-established and effective music education strategy, offers numerous classroom benefits. Teachers can utilize both numerically based and syllable-based approaches within the Kodály framework. However, additional data are required to ascertain whether these approaches can enhance academic performance among kindergarten students. A quasi-experimental design was used to evaluate the effectiveness of syllable-based music training on kindergarten reading scores and numerical-based music training on kindergarten math scores. The initial …


Approximation And Parameterized Algorithms For Covering With Disks Of Two Types Of Radii, Sayan Bandyapadhyay, Eli Mitchell Aug 2025

Approximation And Parameterized Algorithms For Covering With Disks Of Two Types Of Radii, Sayan Bandyapadhyay, Eli Mitchell

Computer Science Faculty Publications and Presentations

We study the Discrete Covering with Two Types of Radii problem motivated by its application in wireless networks. In this problem, the goal is to assign either small-range high frequency or large-range low frequency to each access point, maximizing the number of users in high-frequency regions while ensuring that each user is in the range of an access point. Unlike other weighted covering problems, our problem requires satisfying two simultaneous objectives, which calls for novel approaches that leverage the underlying geometry of the problem. In our work, we present two new algorithms: the first is a polynomial-time (2.5 + ϵ)-approximation, …


Adapt-3d: Accelerated Deep Adaptable Processing Of Tissue For 3-Dimensional Fluorescence Tissue Imaging For Research And Clinical Settings, Daniel D Lee, Kevin A Telfer, Deanna L Davis, Leon C D Smyth, Rahul Ravindran, Rafael S Czepielewski, Christopher G Huckstep, Siling Du, Kento Kurashima, Ajay K Jain, Jonathan Kipnis, Bernd H Zinselmeyer, Gwendalyn J Randolph Aug 2025

Adapt-3d: Accelerated Deep Adaptable Processing Of Tissue For 3-Dimensional Fluorescence Tissue Imaging For Research And Clinical Settings, Daniel D Lee, Kevin A Telfer, Deanna L Davis, Leon C D Smyth, Rahul Ravindran, Rafael S Czepielewski, Christopher G Huckstep, Siling Du, Kento Kurashima, Ajay K Jain, Jonathan Kipnis, Bernd H Zinselmeyer, Gwendalyn J Randolph

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Light sheet microscopy and preparative clearing methods that improve light penetration in 3D tissues have revolutionized imaging in biomedical research. Here we present ADAPT-3D, a streamlined 3-step approach to turn tissues optically transparent while preserving tissue architecture with the versatility to handle diverse tissue sizes and types across species. Unlike extensive lipid removal utilized by existing protocols, ADAPT-3D only partially removes lipids to preserve cell membranes, yet the non-toxic aqueous refractive indexing solution still rapidly turns tissues transparent while preserving the fluorescence of endogenous and antibody conjugated fluorophores. ADAPT-3D prepares whole mouse brains for light sheet microscopy in a 4-hour …


Whf Roadmap On Single Pill Combination Therapies, Enrico G Ferro, Mark Huffman, Orly Vardeny, Et Al. Aug 2025

Whf Roadmap On Single Pill Combination Therapies, Enrico G Ferro, Mark Huffman, Orly Vardeny, Et Al.

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading global cause of mortality, with treatment adherence posing a major barrier to effective prevention and control. Single pill combinations (SPCs), also known as fixed-dose combinations, simplify treatment by combining multiple agents into one pill, improving adherence and reducing cardiovascular risk. This World Heart Federation Roadmap synthesizes the latest clinical evidence and identifies key barriers to SPC implementation, including limited manufacturing, affordability, regulatory complexity, and inconsistent guideline inclusion. Drawing on global expert input and health systems analysis, the Roadmap outlines practical, context-specific solutions to improve access, scale-up, and integration of SPCs into national strategies, especially …


A Dual-Model Machine Learning Framework For Predictive Maintenance Of Industrial Digital Press Components, Richmond Darko, Emmanuel Adabor Aug 2025

A Dual-Model Machine Learning Framework For Predictive Maintenance Of Industrial Digital Press Components, Richmond Darko, Emmanuel Adabor

African Conference on Information Systems and Technology

This study presents a novel dual-model predictive maintenance framework designed to improve maintenance scheduling for components in industrial digital presses. The framework integrates two complementary approaches: a Threshold-Based Maintenance Approach (TBMA) for components operating within acceptable usage limits, and an Overdue Severity-Based Maintenance Approach (OSBMA) for those that have exceeded their expected lifespans or show signs of critical degradation. This study uses real-world operational data from a Konica Minolta C6000 press. It applies advanced machine learning models, including Gradient Boosting Machines and Random Forest for classification, and Generalized Additive Models (GAM) for Remaining Useful Life (RUL) prediction. The goal is …


Conceptualizing Sociotechnical Changes In Higher Education Institution Fundraising Practices Resulting From Popia Compliance, Tendani Mulanga Chimboza, Ronica Ramsout, Wallace Chigona Aug 2025

Conceptualizing Sociotechnical Changes In Higher Education Institution Fundraising Practices Resulting From Popia Compliance, Tendani Mulanga Chimboza, Ronica Ramsout, Wallace Chigona

African Conference on Information Systems and Technology

This qualitative inquiry investigates the sociotechnical changes in fundraising practices of Higher Education Institutions (HEI) resulting from compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No 4 of 2013 in South Africa. POPIA imposes strict regulations for collection, processing, sharing and storage of personally identifiable information (PII). As the South African government continues to reduce subsidies in HEIs, a third-income stream has become important to support operational activities. A major source of a third-income stream for HEIs is fundraising. Fundraising practices are largely mediated through donor management systems (DMS) or Customer Relationship Management Systems (CRM) that rely on …


Biddle Physical Ability Test (Bpat) Performance By Attempt In Southern California Structural Firefighter Candidates, Robert G. Lockie, Joseph Dulla, Jennifer Meloni, Kristina A. Ross, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, J. Jay Dawes, Tomas J. Ruvalcaba Aug 2025

Biddle Physical Ability Test (Bpat) Performance By Attempt In Southern California Structural Firefighter Candidates, Robert G. Lockie, Joseph Dulla, Jennifer Meloni, Kristina A. Ross, Robin (Rob) Marc Orr, J. Jay Dawes, Tomas J. Ruvalcaba

International Journal of Exercise Science

International Journal of Exercise Science 18(8): 895-909, 2025. The Biddle Physical Ability Test (BPAT) is a job task simulation that must be completed in ≤9:34 min:s by structural firefighter candidates to be accepted to a fire training academy. This study investigated the influence of prior attempts on BPAT time. Retrospective analysis was conducted on 1435 male and 72 female candidates. All participants received equivalent instruction on how to complete the BPAT which incorporated: dry hose drag; charged hose drag; halyard raise; roof walk; attic crawl; roof ventilation; victim removal; ladder removal and carry; stair climb with hose bundle; crawling search; …


Machine Learning Driven Email Phishing Detection, Selasi Tsatsu Ayekple, Ransford Fiifi Bekoe, Ebenezer Addy, Felicia Engmann Aug 2025

Machine Learning Driven Email Phishing Detection, Selasi Tsatsu Ayekple, Ransford Fiifi Bekoe, Ebenezer Addy, Felicia Engmann

African Conference on Information Systems and Technology

Phishing attacks pose significant risks to cybersecurity, exploiting user trust through deceptive email content. This paper presents a machine learning based framework for detecting phishing emails using a 2024 dataset comprising over 80,000 labeled samples sourced from PhishTank and Kaggle. Features were engineered from URLs, email content, and metadata. Five models— Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machine (SVM), Random Forest, XGBoost, and K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN)—were evaluated. Simulated results demonstrate that ensemble models, particularly Random Forest and XGBoost, delivered optimal results, with near-perfect accuracy and recall. The study highlights the efficacy of combining feature-based engineering with ensemble learning to enhance real-time phishing …


The Shorthorn: December 6, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: December 6, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: December 4, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: December 4, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 30, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 30, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 28, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 28, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 29, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 29, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 27, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 27, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 20, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 20, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 15, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 15, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 14, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 14, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.


The Shorthorn: November 13, 1979 Aug 2025

The Shorthorn: November 13, 1979

The Shorthorn Newspaper Collection: 1970s

No abstract provided.