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Epanorama April 2025, Southern Adventist University

Panorama Parent Newsletter

This digital issue of Panorama includes information on fundraiser for international nonprofit, mechanic checks, and lawn vespers.

Panorama Spring 2025, Southern Adventist University

Panorama Parent Newsletter

This printed issue of Panorama includes information on Southern students winning nine communication awards, Q&A with Joseph Hyde, leadership tips, and the ivory comb on display,

Columns Spring 2025, Southern Adventist University

Alumni Newsletter

Features articles on gamification to increase learning and classroom engagement, summer camp connections, and embracing service.

Voyages Spring 2025 Inner Pages, Florida Southwestern State College

Voyages Magazine

Voyages Magazine: FSW Embracing AI. Spring 2025 inner pages.

Student Inclusion In Least Restrictive Environment, Kelley Colling

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

When writing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), the least restrictive environment (LRE) is typically defined as the general education classroom. However, this may not be held for all students. This research explores how LRE placement impacts academic performance and social engagement among students with disabilities. Through quantitative data collection and a descriptive research design, the study questions the assumption that inclusive practices are always the best approach. The findings indicate a statistical correlation between the amount of time spent in general education and the frequency of behavioral issues among students with disabilities. Specifically, data show that students exhibited more behavioral problems …

Promoting Positive Peer Relationships For Students With Disabilities, Anna Cramm

Master's Theses & Capstone Projects

Students with disabilities often encounter significant barriers when it comes to building positive peer relationships in inclusive classrooms, leading to feelings of isolation and negatively impacting their academic performance and social well-being. This paper seeks to address these challenges by exploring effective teaching strategies aimed at fostering positive interactions among students with disabilities and their peers. Through a comprehensive literature review and classroom observations, the research focuses on identifying practical, readily implementable methods that educators can use in their everyday teaching practices without the need for extensive resources or specialized training. Key strategies such as cooperative learning, social skills training, …

Reconstructing Russian Strategic Culture: Narratives, Othering, And The West, Dogachan Dagi

Journal of Strategic Security

The importance of narratives in the constitution of Russian strategic culture has been largely neglected. This is due to the common assumption that Russian strategic culture is out there, historically determined, and constant from the Russian Empire through the Soviet Union to Putin’s Russia. This article argues that Russian strategic culture is not ‘etched in stone,’ but a dynamic ‘context’ in the making of which stories told about the past and the present, the Russian self and its others, threats and aspirations play a constitutive role. As such, this article demonstrates how Russian strategic culture is being continuously reconstructed by …

Settled Enough: Immigration Status And Child Settlement Under The Hague Convention, Sara Hingson-Rodriguez

Mercer Law Review

Hearing the term “child abductor” paints a shadowy figure within the mind, immediately invoking disdain and revulsion. But when the perpetrator is one of the parents, the shadow dissipates, and complications arise. These complications turn thorny when the parent absconds with the child to another country entirely, leaving behind the child’s old life—including the remaining parent. The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (Hague Convention) established procedures to ensure that children who were wrongfully removed from their habitual residence to foreign countries could be promptly returned.

In Figueredo v. Rojas, the United States Court of …

Connecting Cultures Through Nature Exploring Cross-Cultural Environmental Education And Global Citizenship At Hanoi Edufarm, Shreeya Patel

Vietnam: Culture, Social Change, and Development

This paper explores the role of cross-cultural, nature-based education in fostering intercultural understanding and environmental awareness among children through my internship completed at Hanoi EduFarm, a farm school located in the countryside of Hanoi, Vietnam. While initially intended to focus on sustainable and regenerative agriculture, the internship evolved into a teaching role, where I designed and led lessons in English centered on environmental topics, geography, and intercultural exchange.

Drawing from in-class participant observations, reflective journaling, and informal discussions with staff and faculty over 120 hours of the internship period for SIT Vietnam, this paper examines how shared experiences with nature …

Hand-In-Hand Across The Counter: The Counter-Geography Of The Transnational Vietnamese Nail Industry, Rachel Nguyen

Vietnam: Culture, Social Change, and Development

How do Vietnamese nail technicians navigate and respond to the global demand for beauty labor, and how does the nail industry function as a physical and figurative mobility infrastructure? Vietnamese women without formal higher education credentials comprise over 80% of nail salon workers in the United States and heavily contribute to the $14 billion in annual remittances to Vietnam (UCLA Labor Center 2018; World Bank Open Data 2023). Despite their felt impacts on their sending and receiving countries, the women behind this intimate labor are largely unseen and unheard. My research addresses a critical gap in the existing literature on …

Drawing Lines In The Sand: Armed Conflict, Climate Damage And Setbacks To Climate Action, Beatrice L. Hamilton

Michigan Journal of Environmental & Administrative Law

Armed conflicts have a significant and detrimental effect on the climate system, with considerable implications for efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change and the civilian population. Yet the environmental provisions under the law of armed conflict (LOAC), drafted some half a century ago, struggle to adequately address these concerns. This article assesses the capacity of LOAC to address conflict-driven climate damage and its cascading impacts by characterizing these harms as environmental damage and as injury to civilians. The analysis highlights opportunities for broadening LOA C's scope and offers recommendations to enhance its capacity to address climate damage and …

The Modern-Day Discovery Doctrine: Reforming Property Law's "Productive Use" Doctrine For The Age Of Climate Change, Shanthi M. Chackalackal

Michigan Journal of Environmental & Administrative Law

When European settlers first colonized the Americas, claiming Native land as their own, they largely believed their actions to be justified. To Europeans, property rights over land emanated from putting one's labor into that land, "improving" it by removing it from a state of nature. Absent such ''productive use," land had not been claimed and was therefore ripe for the taking. Yet while Native Americans had labored significantly and fundamentally shaped the land around them, European settlers deemed the Americas to be in a state of nature. Such attitudes towards Native American labor and property rights reveal a strikingly limited …

Seed 1001 Critical Issues In Us Education, Roberto Martinez

Open Educational Resources

All levels of public education in the United States today have become the focus for often competing political, economic, social, and cultural visions of how and why we should educate the nation’s youth. This course offers students the opportunity to become knowledgeable about critical issues in American education and the controversies surrounding them, while considering the historical, political, sociological, and economic dimensions of each. Among the issues the course will address are a) the purpose of public education in a democracy; b) the private/public split in education, with a focus on home schooling, charters, parochial, and private K-20 schools; c) …

Tartans: Weaving A Warped History With Myths, Heritage And A Whole Lot Of Heather., Bethany Sassen

LSU Master's Theses

Scotland has many tartans throughout the whole of the country. Each has a different meaning and is used for different clans and purposes. Tartans are the plaids that are seen throughout the Highlands and the patterns and colors have a wide range depending on where and when the tartan was created. The purpose of this research is to investigate the history of the tartans and how they interact with our current culture. I also built two outfits to show how tartan is still being used. One a more traditional outfit and the other more avant garde. Tartans have a long …

Real Money On Virtual Games: The History And Potential Ways Forward For Esports Gambling Regulation, Roger Davis-Jahnel

The International Law Review Association Student Forum

Electronic sports, “esports,” is a rapidly growing industry throughout the world. The global gaming market was valued to be worth approximately 221.24 billion USD in 2024 and is expected to reach 424.23 billion USD by 2033. It is expected that as technology continues to improve and there are less barriers to access gaming, such as cloud gaming which allows players to access games without expensive hardware, the market for games will continue to grow. In addition to technological advancements, investments the esports industry, such as teams, media rights, and sponsorship deals are expected to help drive growth in the gaming …

Being Muslim In European Football: Defining Spaces Of Muslimness, Leif Stenberg, Ridha Sheikh, Esen Kaya

Abdou Filali-Ansary Occasional Paper Series

This paper explores the intersection of football and Islam, looking especially at European contexts, and with particular focus on the experiences of Muslim footballers in the UK. By examining the stories of UK Premier League player Cheikhou Kouyaté and amateur footballer Yasmin Abdullahi in London, the paper investigates how these individuals navigate their Muslim identities in the context of their sporting careers. The paper reflects on the broader cultural and societal implications of Muslimness in football, considering how both Muslims and non-Muslims contribute to defining Islamic spaces within the sport. The research also touches on the evolving perceptions of Islam …

Implementing Home Blood Pressure Monitoring To Identify Essential Hypertension: A Quality Improvement Project, Julianne Peterson

DNP Projects

Background White coat hypertension (WCH) affects around 12-15% of the population and may lead to a misdiagnosis of hypertension (HTN) and unnecessary treatment. The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) recommend home BP monitoring (HBPM) to aid in differentiating between WCH and HTN. A HBPM program was implemented in a primary care office.

Project Goals

1. Educate providers about the ACC/AHA guidelines promoting HBPM to assist in differentiating between WCH and HTN in patients with elevated office blood pressures (BP).

2. Implement a HBPM algorithm for patients presenting with a BP > 130/80 mmHg.

Methods The …

Implementing Breast Milk Expression Education Protocol: A Quality Improvement, Brenda Balarezo

DNP Projects

Significance and Background: Prematurity related complications (PRC) are the second leading cause of death for children under the age of five. Breast milk (BM) contains bio-actives that reduce PRC. However, delayed BM expression (BME) reduces BM availability. Adherence to Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative’s recommendation for BME within 6 hours in mothers of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) infants remain poor without a standardized BME protocol.

Purpose: To increase the percentage of NICU mothers initiating BME within 6 hours of birth. To educate labor and delivery nursing staff on early BME.

Methods: The Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s Model for Improvement Plan-Do-Study-Act …

An Exploration Of Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels After Unstable Femoral Intertrochanteric Fractures In Community-Dwelling Elderly, Hakan Zora, Gökhan Bayrak

Saudi Medical Journal

ABSTRACT Objectives: Inadequate vitamin D is related to increased fall risk, which leads to hip fractures among the elderly. Therefore, this study aimed to explore vitamin D levels and the variables potentially influencing the total hospitalization time of community-dwelling elderly patients with unstable femoral intertrochanteric fractures. Methods: Between 2020-2024, 75 elderly patients treated with total hip replacement (THR) were retrospectively analyzed. Patients were divided into the deficient (<20 ng/mL, n=46), insufficient (20 to 29.99 ng/mL, n=16), and normal (≥30 ng/mL, n=13) serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) groups. Presence of delirium status, postoperative intensive care entrance, number of chronic diseases, preoperative waiting, and total hospitalization time after THR were recorded. Results: The cohorts’ mean serum 25(OH)D level was 20.11ng/mL. The deficient, insufficient, and normal serum 25(OH)D level groups displayed no significant difference in the postoperative intensive care entrance ( p =0.547) and the presence of delirium ( p =0.947). The multiple linear regression model indicated that elderly patients’ total hospitalization increases with the coefficients as the preoperative waiting time (β=0.466, p =0.001) and the number of chronic diseases (β=0.263, p =0.011) increase. Serum 25(OH)D level did not impact patients’ total hospitalization time (β=-0.072, p =0.474). Conclusion: This study indicated that community-dwelling elderly patients with unstable femoral intertrochanteric fractures had significantly decreased serum 25(OH)D levels. Reducing preoperative waiting time and monitoring and addressing chronic diseases may decrease total hospitalization. Efforts should focus on achieving and maintaining adequate vitamin D levels through supplementation post-hospitalization.

Can Advanced Chatbots Help Us Navigate Educational Advocacy? Understanding The Potential Of Large Language Models As Assistants And Guides Within An Iep (Individualized Education Program) Meeting Context, Nava Bahrampour

IPHS 300: AI for Humanity

Hundreds of thousands of parents and students in New York City’s school district alone (Fancsali and Farley 2018) go through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process every year, attending meetings and evaluations in order to determine adequate services and students with disabilities’ educational trajectories. However, most parents, especially those new to public education policy, report difficulty navigating the system or acquiring the resources necessary to successfully advocate for their children at IEP meetings (Advocates for Children 2025, Kurth et al. 2020). The rise of generative artificial intelligence and increased linguistic capabilities of interactional chatbots provokes questions about such technologies’ ability …

Changemakers : Jeremey Love And Samantha Armstrong : Juris Doctorate : Defending Dreams In Challenging Times, Roger Williams University School Of Law

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.

Beyond The Stats: Empirical Analysis Of The Impact Of Performance Metrics And Nationality On Major League Soccer Player Salaries: A Panel Data Analysis, Daniel Pereira

Empirical Economic Bulletin, An Undergraduate Journal

This paper investigates the possibility of how player in-game individual performance and nationality shape the salary system in Major League Soccer (MLS). The objective is to evaluate the direct relationship between key performance indicators (KPIs) such as field position, goals, assists, appearances, and defensive contributions, and how these factors are different between domestic and international players.

Equipping Secondary Teachers In Trauma-Informed Practice, Lisa Andrewjeski

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

The research question addressed in the capstone is, “How can new teachers be equipped to navigate the behavioral, developmental, and academic challenges of children and teens impacted by trauma?” The foundational paper explores the escalating volume and intensity of the impact of trauma on children and teens, specifically the impact of trauma on the brain and learning. The lack of teacher training in Trauma-Informed Practice nationally is also evaluated within the body of literature. The review of the literature informed the development of a year-long teacher mentorship professional development program aimed at Early Career Teachers (ECT) and their veteran peers. …

Best Practices For Improving Early Literacy Outcomes For Dual Language Learners, Kelsie Tyrrell

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

This capstone project focuses on the question, What are the best practices for improving early literacy outcomes for dual language learners? The project is a three-part professional development series that is focused on supporting early childhood educators. The project emphasizes the importance of early literacy, equity, culturally responsive teaching practices, and partnering with parents. Early literacy plays an important role in developing foundation skills for children. Not only does early literacy support learning to read and write, it also is connected with a child's ability to critically engage with the world around them. Empowering families to support early literacy skills …

Strategies To Combat Plagiarism And Ai Misuse In The Online School, Brian Isles

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

Since ChatGPT became available to the public in November 2022, students learned to use the website to plagiarize written assignments. Educators scrambled to determine the best solution, and through trial and error, systems formed to combat this new phenomenon. Unfortunately, online schools experienced a heightened version of this problem that researchers have not fully articulated. This capstone project navigates the question: What proactive and reactive strategies can be utilized by teachers, administrators, and caretakers to prevent plagiarism and AI misuse in the online environment where resources like ChatGPT and Brainly can readily provide responses for students without their active participation? …

Implementation Of Storylines In Science Education, Jacob Cooper

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

State standards are constantly changing and it is the job of the teacher to keep up with those changes. Science standards have recently gone through a major change, shifting toward storyline based education models. This had led to confusion among educators. This research and subsequent professional development sessions seek to answer the research questions: Why are we moving to the storylining model? How is the storylining model best implemented in the classroom? The literature review covers the where and why surrounding the origins of storyline based education models, both within traditional education settings and within indigenous communities. It then analyzes …

Supporting Independent Readers In The Middle School English Classroom By Visiting Their Local Library, Jennifer Murray

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

When students engage in independent reading, which is reading a book of your choice for pleasure, they do better in school. Many studies have positively correlated independent reading with higher grades, higher graduation rates, and more advanced reading and writing skills. The challenge for teachers is to nurture joy in reading, as this does not come naturally for all students. Some of the proven ways to foster independent reading for students, specifically middle school students, is to teach them about different types of books, give them a variety of books to choose from for independent reading, give them time to …

Enhancing School-Home Communication Through High-Quality Translations For Somali Parents With Lep, Abdiqadir Dahir

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

The central research question guiding my capstone project is: How can professional development for school translators be enhanced to improve the quality of translated communications from schools to Somali parents with Limited English Proficiency (LEP)? This study explores how professional development for school translators can be enhanced to improve the quality of translated communications delivered to Somali parents with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). Effective communication between schools and families is essential for fostering student success, yet language barriers often lead to misunderstandings and disengagement. This project draws on best practices in translation training, cultural responsiveness, and meaning-based communication. It develops …

Incorporating Indigenous Knowledge Systems In Environmental Education: Creating Culturally Responsive Curriculum To Foster A More Inclusive And Holistic Approach To Science Learning, Emilie Potocki

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

This project explores how elementary science curriculum can be adapted to become more culturally responsive (CR), with a particular focus on integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) into 4th-grade instruction. Grounded in the belief that many Indigenous cultures have long held deep ecological knowledge and sustainable practices, the curriculum seeks to challenge the dominant, Eurocentric framework of traditional science education. Research highlights that culturally responsive teaching not only affirms students’ identities but also improves engagement, academic achievement, and long-term retention of scientific concepts. However, few curricular models at the elementary level meaningfully incorporate Indigenous perspectives in ways that are respectful, authentic, …

The Importance Of Gender Inclusive Language In Spanish And English Dual-Language School Settings, Rachel Schmitt

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Projects

Trans activist and 2SLGBTQIA+ rights trailblazer Marsha P. Johnson famously said, “no pride for some of us without liberation for all of us.” One crucial step on this journey to liberation that Marsha P. Johnson spoke of is gender inclusive language, or speaking and writing in a way that does not discriminate against a particular sex, social gender or gender identity, and does not perpetuate gender stereotypes (United Nations, n.d.). Language is constantly changing and evolving, and it is up to educators to reflect these changes and model gender inclusive language when working with students. This paper seeks to identify …