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Statistics Pedagogy: Modernizing Introductory College Statistics Courses For Students With Non-Stem Majors, Samantha Hazan

Honors Projects in Mathematics and Economics

With the growing role of technology in society, statistics and statistical literacy have become ever more important. In reaction to this, many colleges now require students, regardless of major, to take an introductory statistics course. The intention behind this is to create a workforce of people who are capable of reasoning about statistics. While good intentioned, preliminary research suggests that current statistics curriculum is not effective in instilling the necessary skills to achieve statistical literacy, particularly for students not majoring in a STEM field. For this reason, this thesis looks to empirically evaluate how the disjuncture between teaching statistics and …

Utah Lake Paleoecology Study Report To Deq, April 2024, J. Brahney, L. King, M. Devey, M. Carter, G. Carling, S. Brothers, A. Provard, B. Young, R. West

Watershed Sciences Faculty Publications

Utah Lake is a large shallow eutrophic lake located in north central Utah. In recent years, the occurrence of frequent and sometimes toxic algal blooms has brought new urgency in understanding the cause and effects of eutrophication in Utah Lake. The drainage basin of Utah Lake is dominated by carbonate sedimentary materials and small pockets of phosphate rock occur. Given the bedrock geology and shallow nature of the lake, there has been uncertainty as to the natural trophic status and ecology of the lake prior to the settlement of Utah Valley. Thus, defining historical nutrient concentrations and sources in the …

Enhancing Early Detection: Improving Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Processes, Emilio Gray

Psychology Honors Projects

Early identification and intervention of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has been well-established as extremely important for developmental outcomes, as the most efficacious treatments for the disorder occur prior to five years of age (McCarty & Frye, 2020). In this paper, divided into two chapters, I examine potential changes to the ASD diagnostic process to aid the goal of early intervention.

In Chapter 1, I discuss how modifications to current gold-standard diagnostic tools could help with this goal. Efforts to improve early detection and intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have led to the development of screening and diagnostic tools such …

Writing 'Boleyn Ballads': Exploring Constraints On Sexuality Within The Henrician Court Through A Historical Graphic Narrative, Kyle Smith

Honors Theses

This article outlines my creative process while writing and illustrating the graphic novel Boleyn Ballads for my undergraduate honors thesis. First, this research delves into the medium of graphic novels and its potential for teaching history to young adult readers. Then, this research shifts to focus on the history the graphic novel depicts, that being the fall of Tudor English Queen Anne Boleyn and her brother George. With Boleyn Ballads, the depiction of the fall of Anne Boleyn aligns itself with historian Greg Walker’s theory on her fall. This research then explains the creative decision behind making George Boleyn …

The Place Of Artificial Intelligence In Sentencing Decisions, Kieran Newcomb

Inquiry Journal Spring 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a feature of human life. Technology infiltrates nearly every domain of our society, and the legal field is no exception. In the United States, some judges already employ AI-infused statistical programs to predict chances of recidivism for criminal offenders and use this information to inform prison sentences. Some people hope that this will bring a sense of scientific objectivity to the process. However, many also find this to be a disturbing, dystopian development.

I argue that our economy and justice system are structured such that in the coming years AI is likely to seize …

Hardware Software Co-Design Of Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Argument Of Knowledge, Dev Shah, Allen Chellasamy

Electrical and Computer Engineering Senior Theses

Zero-Knowledge Succinct Non-interactive Argument of Knowledge (zk-SNARK) is an important security verification protocol in cryptography. However, zk-SNARK is a computationally expensive protocol in software, meaning that it takes a lot of time. In this paper, we focus on how we can increase the efficiency of the zk-SNARK protocol. The zk-SNARK protocol comprises of many algorithms put together. Our project focuses on optimizing one specific algorithm within the zk-SNARK protocol, the Number Theoretic Transform (NTT). We developed a hardware implementation of the NTT on a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) board. To ensure the proper execution of the hardware, an external …

The Art Of Engaging The Public: The Effect Of The Arts On Civic Engagement, Kathryn Fraley

[Archive] Belmont University Research Symposium (BURS)

No abstract provided.

Implementation And Evaluation Of A Structured Mentorship Program, Cary Bedinghaus, Caroline Hillman

Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarly Projects

The project addresses mentorship in a graduate nursing anesthesia program. The goal is to improve the existing mentorship program and to implement a durable and consistent system that gathers and responds to feedback from the students. Two literature reviews form the underpinnings of the structure and evaluation components of the project. Three structural components were identified in the review as highly effective in multiple studies of diverse mentorship programs. The first component is establishing an effective dyad matching scheme. The second component is establishing clear goals. The third component is maintaining the relationship and achieving goals through frequent and consistent …

Northeast Reintegration Center Leisure Program, Jessica Mravec

Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters

Occupational therapists have the opportunity to develop programming for inmates to increase skills and engagement in meaningful leisure activities, and to help inmates successfully reintegrate into the community. Through the collection of data from my needs assessment, I created a 12-leisure program outline to educate the women on types of leisure and how leisure participation can be impacted by different barriers, with the ability to participate in a variety of leisure activities. Also, I created a Community Resource Guide that will allow the women to have access to resources in their community upon release to become stable and independent.

Optimizing Effects Of Occupational And Physical Therapy Post Stroke, Taylor Joseph

Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters

Even after rehabilitation, 40% of individuals post-stroke are left with upper extremity residual deficits. This capstone, completed at Cleveland Clinic's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, focused on current research that is being conducted to optimize the effects of rehabilitation post-stroke. A manuscript was completed that focuses on research findings on the efficacy of bimanual upper extremity training that will be submitted for publication.

Justice Involved Individuals And Sensory Processing, Anessa Kleem

Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters

Incarcerated individuals can have sensory processing challenges - these challenges can be exacerbated by the corrections environment. This capstone, at the Ohio Department of Rehab and Corrections, advocated for education of staff on sensory processing. This program provided staff with knowledge and valuable resources on sensory rooms and tools.

Department Of Mathematical Sciences Newsletter, Spring 2024, University Of Montana--Missoula. Department Of Mathematical Sciences

Newsletters from the Department of Mathematical Sciences at UM

An Incredible Journey / John Bardsley -- A Tale of Two Students / Jon Graham -- Notes from the Chair / John Bardsley -- Math Teachers’ Circles in Montana / Ke Wu -- Don Loftsgaarden 1939-2023 -- Keith Yale 1939-2024 -- Donations to the Math Department -- Degree Recipients 2023-2024 -- Spring 2024 Scholarships & Awards -- Pi Day Math Marathon Lecture / Cory Palmer

Rule 11 Is No Match For Generative Al, Jessica Gunder

Articles

In a series of high-profile ethics debacles, attorneys who used generative Al technology found themselves in hot water after they negligently relied on fictitious cases and false statements of law crafted by the technology. These attorneys mistakenly relied upon the output they received from a generative Al product without verifying and validating that output. Their embarrassing ethical breaches made national news, and spurred judges to implement standing orders that require attorneys to disclose their use of Al technology. Scholars were quick to criticize these standing orders' and the standing orders are rife with problems. But are they needed? Or are …

Occupational Therapy In The U.S. Criminal Justice System: Assessing Leisure Engagement And Parental Roles Within The Criminal Justice Setting, Kelly Dezsi

Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters

In collaboration with Northeast Reintegration Center, this capstone examined the effects of leisure engagement on nurturing relationships between incarcerated mothers and their children. Furthermore, it advocated for occupational therapy services in the criminal justice setting by identifying critical needs and educating incarcerated women on the importance of engaging in healthy leisure activities to enhance their parental roles.

Columnas: The Honors Program Newsletter At Bentley University, Clara Williams, Micaela Corzo, Naeelah Desanges, Alyssa Galin, Isabella Ramirez

Honors Program

Page 1: WHY ARE NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS SO HARD TO KEEP? By Sahil Raut ’27

Page 2: THE CAPITALIST INFLUENCE ON HIGHER EDUCATION By Kevin Heintz ’26

Page 3: THE IMPORTANCE OF MENSTRUAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT By Sid Goel ’24

Page 4: CAN TECHNOLOGY SOLVE EDUCATIONAL INEQUALITY? By Ariana Ramirez ’27

Page 5: DATA PORTABILITY CAN CHANGE THE DIGITAL WORLD By Kassidi Thompson ’27

Page 6: THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY By Peter Epp ’24

Page 7: THREADS OF BELIEF By Yudao Song ’26

A Case For Changing The Age Of Majority From 18 To 22 Years Of Age In Massachusetts, Gabriella M. Barbuto

Social Work Student Work

The age of majority is when a person is considered legally responsible and culpable for their actions (Cox et al., 2022). Since the advent of the legal system, there seems to be no consensus regarding the ideal age of majority. This is demonstrated by the age varying from state to state and nationally. In the United States, the age of majority has been as low as 14 years old. Until the 19th century, 14-year-olds could be processed in the adult justice system as well as sentenced to the death penalty. As of 2019, 38 of the 50 states, including North …

Enhancing Rotating Machinery Fault Diagnosis: A Dual-Head Attention Mechanism In Deep Learning Neural Networks, Qing Snyder

Dissertations

Rotating machinery is crucial to production efficiency and safety in manufacturing industries for an extended time. Ensuring machinery reliability necessitates effective diagnostic systems, particularly for rotating bearings, the key components of such equipment. Fault diagnosis in rotating machinery is essential to prevent failures and minimize downtime, thereby playing an important role in industrial operations. The application of advanced neural network techniques in industry has risen recently. Among these, attention-based neural networks, especially the Transformer models, are originally noteworthy for their sequential data handling capability. This research delves into attention-based algorithms for rotating machinery fault diagnosis, signifying a substantial advancement in …

In The Garden Of Skincare: Exploring The Benefits And Regulations Of Botanical Ingredients, Sara L. Cook

Honors Theses

With the rising consumer demand for more natural skincare products, botanical ingredients have become more prevalent in skincare products. Skincare products with botanical properties are being preferred over those with chemical properties due to their biological origins. However, there are debates as to why botanical products are being used widespread and if they are safe to use. The safety of ingredients within cosmetics is observed by multiple regulatory systems throughout the world. These regulatory systems oversee making sure that each ingredient is extracted and purified before being incorporated into a cosmetic or skincare product. One goal of this project was …

Oit Financial And Policy Training, Katy M. Lightfield

IPS/BAS 495 Undergraduate Capstone Projects

My capstone project at Boise State University aimed to address and rectify the pervasive challenges of staff not adhering to financial policies regarding purchasing cards, travel expenses, and engagements with independent contractors. Through the creation and implementation of an online, interactive training, it provided hands-on guidance and real-world scenarios to ensure a comprehensive understanding and application of policies. This initiative had stakeholder collaboration, involving feedback and contributions from employees, my supervisor, and managers to ensure the training’s relevance and accessibility. The project significantly contributed to financial policy compliance, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing non-compliance risks across the university.

Improving The Culture Of Patient And Family-Centered Partnerships: A Quality Improvement Project, Nicole S. Ardres

Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects

Problem Description: In 2020, the coronavirus (COVID-19) impacted the world, changing the landscape of the nursing profession. The pandemic changed societal norms to reduce transmission and death rates by instituting social distancing requirements, stay-at-home policies, and mask mandates. Hospitals enacted crisis standards of care, changed orientation and training practices, and restricted family visitation policies. In addition, nursing programs temporarily halted in-person clinical training experiences and transitioned to online learning. These were challenging times to enter the nursing profession. The pandemic worsened the nursing shortage, contributing to burnout, turnover, and increased use of agency or travel nurses, resulting in a loss …

Does The Phrase “Conspiracy Theory” Matter?, M. R. X. Dentith, G. Husting, M. Orr

Sociology Faculty Publications and Presentations

Research on conspiracy theories has proliferated since 2016, in part due to the US election of President Trump, the COVID-19 pandemic, and increasingly threatening environmental conditions. In the rush to publication given these concerning social consequences, researchers have increasingly treated as definitive a 2016 paper by Michael Wood (Political Psychology, 37(5), 695–705, 2016) that concludes that the phrase “conspiracy theory” has no negative effect upon people’s willingness to endorse a claim. We revisit Wood’s findings and its (re)uptake in the recent literature. Is the label “conspiracy theory” a pejorative? If so, does it sway or affect people’s belief …

The Role Of Leniency Offers In Correcting Wrongful Convictions, Lee Ann Masters

Hofstra Law Student Works

No abstract provided.

Leveling The Playing Field: Addressing The Crisis In Indigent Defense Through Resource Parity, Evan Itzkowitz

Hofstra Law Student Works

No abstract provided.

Ua45 Registrar Update, Wku Registrar

WKU Administration Documents

Newsletter created by and about the WKU Registrar's office.

Hooked On A Feeling: The Importance Of Fostering Emotional Intelligence In Adolescents, Annika Wirkkala

Classical Conversations

In the summer of 2023, CNN reported on a 14-year old girl who claimed to have several mental health issues. These included ADHD, depression, autism, and various phobias. After a specialist examined her, however, she was officially diagnosed not with her extensive list of illnesses but with severe anxiety. How did this 14-year old girl become so convinced that she suffered from all of these problems? Social media. Sadly, this girl is not the only victim of social media self-diagnosis. According to the CNN report, “A growing number of teens are turning to social platforms such as Instagram and TikTok …

Storytelling Heals The Wounded Mind, Liliana Whitaker

Classical Conversations

Humans are storytelling creatures. We use stories to communicate ideas in a memorable and engaging way, inspire people to believe in the best version of themselves, find truth in our legal system, empathize with experiences different than our own, and entertain ourselves for hours on end. Recent neuroscience proposes that the human mind thinks through stories. Narrative is the technical and broad term for story, defined as a series of actions and events that unfold over time according to proper cause and effect. Narrative practice is an emerging field comprising of storytelling treatments in therapy and medicine, usually focusing on …

Santa Clara Magazine, Volume 65 Number 1, Spring 2024, Santa Clara University

Santa Clara Magazine

14 - A CAMPUS ON THE RISE Six new buildings on campus aren’t the only changes brought by a successful $1 billion fundraising campaign. Lauren Loftus & Leslie Griffy

20 - HUMAN AT HEART How Santa Clara University is distinguishing itself as a leader in human-focused health care innovation. Lauren Loftus

26 - SHEPHERDING INNOVATION How wonder, and God, can make us better scientists. Brother Guy Consolmagno, S.J.

30 - THE CO-OP Santa Clara University has long been a bastion of interdisciplinary learning. A new fund is taking cross-collaboration to new heights. SCM Staff

34 - MAKE AI THE BEST …

Unblocked Re-Imagining Incarceration By Restructuring The Cell Block, Carlee Castle

Interior Design Capstones

Prison cell blocks, often overlooked as monolithic structures of confinement, conceal a rich tapestry of complex social environments. This study delves into the interplay between the architectural and interior design of cell blocks and the individuals who reside within them, highlighting the profound impact of built elements on the promotion of privacy, independence, and collaboration among cellmates.

Incarceration, by its nature, places inmates in close proximity, fostering interactions that range from cooperation to conflict. However, the prison environment is not equivalent in different countries, and the layout of cell blocks varies widely. By examining these variations, it becomes evident that …

Emojis: An Approach To Interpretation, Patricia Vilma Graham

UC Law SF Communications and Entertainment Journal

No abstract provided.

Appendix I Wind Assessment, Uc Law Sf

Long Range Campus Planning Archive

No abstract provided.