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Let's Get Connected (Lcg), Delaney J. Boyd

Entry Level Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Projects Class of 2025

The Let’s Get Connected (LGC) doctoral capstone project aimed to improve the social skills of primary school students through program development, education, and clinical intervention in order to encourage a more inclusive environment in the school. Regarding program development, LGC incorporated universal OT services during recess for all second grade students to socialize as a class. During the “All-In Recess” portion of the program, social emotional skills were taught through games that encouraged students to socialize and include all of their peers. The second tier included “Breakfast Bunch and Lunch Bunch”, which consisted of small social participation groups held during …

Digital Platform Safety And The Problem Of Variable Costs, Margaret E. O'Grady, Fiona Scott Morton

Law Faculty Scholarship

Because the United States has no digital regulator to set minimum quality or safety standards for digital products, dominant platforms have both the ability and permission to harm consumers, a trend which will accelerate. Digital platforms with market power have no incentive to shoulder the expense of providing safe, high-quality services, because the marginal costs of providing increased quality and safety—often human beings engaged in content moderation or fact-checking—are so high. If providing better quality would increase profits, digital platforms would have done so already. Instead, digital platforms act like automobile manufacturers before regulators required seatbelts: they will insist that …

Promoting Mu, Christina A. Reilley

Entry Level Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Projects Class of 2025

Despite the broad scope of occupational therapy and its significant impact on patients' lives, the profession requires a strategic marketing plan to raise awareness. To address the lack of understanding on a micro level, a comprehensive marketing plan was developed for Misericordia University’s Occupational Therapy Department to align with the current wants and needs of prospective students. Designed as a 14-week doctoral capstone project, PromOTing MU aims to advocate for the profession by showcasing the experiences of current MUOT students. The cliff of OT programs expanding while application numbers decline is a prevalent issue addressed in PromOTing MU, which targets …

Explore Your Future, Faith M. Merritt

Entry Level Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Projects Class of 2025

Explore Your Future, a doctoral capstone project, was developed to aid the development and learning of low socioeconomic status (SES) children attending the McGlynn Center. This project focused on career readiness, addressing community concerns by providing resources on career possibilities, educational pathways, and skills training. A scoping review revealed gaps in research on interventions improving career readiness in low SES children, with limited studies identified across seven databases. Early intervention is proven to enhance career exploration, social-emotional outcomes, social awareness, academic performance, and vocational identity (Howard & Ferrari, 2022). Improvements in self concept, interpersonal and critical thinking skills, and confidence …

Making A “Judicial Examination”: Credibility And Rationality In Clelia Duel Mosher’S Speech “The Relation Of Health To The Woman Movement”, Elisabeth Stevens

University Honors Papers

At the turn of the 20th century, academics and laymen alike used scientific inquiry into the “biological realities" of the male and female body to explain women's lesser position in society. The scientific field was dominated by men who produced knowledge which seemed to 2 cement female inferiority. Thus, the woman movement of the time, working to improve women's social condition, encountered not only political and economic roadblocks to their efforts, but also an institutional barrier based on presumed fact. The women movement both violated social knowledge and the institution of science itself.

A Seat At The Table: Why Collegiate Athletes Should Seek Fair Nil Regulations Through Their Right To Collectively Bargain And Not Federal Legislation, Alexander J. Wood

Loyola University Chicago Law Journal

For decades, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and its member universities claimed they could limit compensation for collegiate athletes because amateurism made college sports different from other professional sports leagues. However, college athletics changed immediately following the Supreme Court’s ruling in Alston v. National Collegiate Athletic Association. In that case, the Court held that certain compensation restrictions from the NCAA violated antitrust laws. After this ruling, college athletes became eligible to license their name, image, and likeness (NIL) in exchange for compensation. This long overdue right for college athletes resulted in disjointed state laws and a helpless NCAA urging …

Artificial Intelligence In Health Care: Business Opportunities And Ethical Challenges, Ankita Srivastava, Marco Marabelli, Jeffrey Moriarty

Philosophy Faculty Publications

Artificial intelligence (AI), and in particular generative AI (GAI), are making incredible progress toward automation. The pervasive and invasive nature of these technologies are affecting every industry, and health care is no exception. This paper summarizes insights derived from a panel that the Hoffman Center for Business Ethics and the Center for Health and Business at Bentley University hosted in March 2024. The panel invited three qualified health care professionals: Evan Carey, Susan Persky and John Torous. The panelists are all active in multiple aspects of AI in health care but represent a focus on the key areas of policy …

Systemic Challenges In Pediatric Healthcare: Exploring Reimbursement Disparities And Their Impact On Healthcare Equity, Jessica Ford-Davis, Alexandra Gillette

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Introduction: Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) have provided health coverage for over 135 million Americans, with Medicaid playing a significant role in financing pediatric healthcare. Medicaid covers a wide range of services for children, particularly those from low-income families or with special healthcare needs, including preventive care, immunizations, vision and dental services, and mental health treatments. However, Medicaid reimbursement rates are lower compared to Medicare and private insurance, in some cases 30.6% lower, and have often been insufficient to cover the full cost of care, contributing to financial losses for children's hospitals. Despite these challenges, nearly …

Southern Adventist University Graduate Catalog 2024-2025, Southern Adventist University

Catalog, Graduate

Southern Adventist University's graduate catalog for the academic year 2024-2025.

Determining The Concentrations Of Trace Metals In Caffeinated Beverages By Icp-Aes, Lillian B. Gruss, James O'Donoghue, Maya Schram

Research and Creativity Symposium

A myriad of different caffeinated beverages are advertised and readily available to consumers. Previous research has identified the presence of elevated levels of metals unsafe for consumption in many of these beverages, energy drinks in particularly. We aim to analyze concentrations of chromium, aluminum, and lead, three such metals, in a variety of different caffeinated beverages. A calibration curve relating concentration of chromium, lead and aluminum to corrected peak height for five solutions of standardized concentration was created using a ThermoFisher iCAP 6000 Series. The same instrument was then used to analyze samples of eight different caffeinated beverages. The corrected …

The Impact Of Postsecondary Programs On The Transition To Adulthood And Key Strategies Educators Can Implement To Support Students With Disabilities, Dava M. Huls

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Postsecondary education (PSE) programs play a crucial role in preparing students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) for adulthood by enhancing employment, independent living, and social skills Zhang et al., (2023). The expansion of PSE programs has provided students with diverse opportunities tailored to their needs, benefiting both individuals with disabilities and their peers without disabilities. However, significant disparities remain in health, economic, and social outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Legislative support, such as the Higher Education Opportunity Act, has promoted inclusion. Still, challenges persist, including low self-disclosure rates and inconsistencies in Summary of Performance (SOP) documentation (Graybill et al., …

Cognitive Behavioral Strategies And Academic Success Among Students Experiencing Trauma, Michael G. Gibbs

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

​​This study explores literature focused on the impact of implementing the Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) method to improve academic achievement among students who have experienced trauma. CBITS is a school-based, evidence-informed intervention designed to address the psychological and behavioral challenges that trauma creates, which often interfere with academic achievement. This literature review examines changes in student outcomes, including emotional regulation, focus, and academic performance, following CBITS implementation. A comprehensive analysis highlights the documented effectiveness and benefits of CBITS across diverse studies and educational contexts.

Improving Academics Using Brain Breaks, Nicole Rose Graeve

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This thesis investigates how brain breaks, also known as activity breaks, impact student learning and retention as well as student overall well-being. The compiled research in this review demonstrates how breaks taken throughout the day not only help with health benefits, but also help students academically. Breaks help students perform better in the classroom, but even more importantly, students reported greater focus, engagement, and less restlessness after taking either a brain or academic break. This is reinforced through effective classroom implementation and proper application of brain breaks. Examples of common brain breaks include a video with active instructions to get …

Genetic Insights Into Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Polymorphisms And Inherited Thrombophilia: Advancing Precision Screening And Therapeutic Interventions To Optimize Perinatal Outcomes, Taylar Hash

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Introduction: Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene polymorphisms and inherited thrombophilia, such as Factor V Leiden and Prothrombin G20210A, have been implicated in adverse pregnancy outcomes, including recurrent pregnancy loss, preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and preterm birth. This integrative review explores how genetic insights into MTHFR polymorphisms and inherited thrombophilia can guide precision medicine, including both screening and therapeutic intervention, to optimize perinatal outcomes. Methods: An integrative literature review was conducted following Whittemore and Knafl’s methodology. Research databases including PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, and ScienceDirect were searched for studies published or translated to English within the last twenty years that examined MTHFR polymorphisms, …

College And Career Readiness Through Business-Focused Ctsos, Krystal W. Murphy

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The purpose of the literature review was to explore how business-focused Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) in secondary education contribute to preparing students for post-secondary education and career success. This review analyzes CTSO program components and activities, employability skills, business skills from the Minnesota Career Fields, Clusters, and Pathways (MN Career Wheel) model, the outlook for business-related majors and business-related employment opportunities, and the impact of CTSOs on post-secondary education and career readiness. CTSOs have been designed to enrich college and career readiness opportunities for secondary students. Through rigorous competitions, workshops, and conferences, each business-focused CTSO has a goal …

Magnet Hospitals And Their Impact On Patient Outcomes, Connie Cochran, Molly A. Collins

Theses, Dissertations and Capstones

Introduction: In the competitive healthcare landscape, patient safety and quality care have remained critical priorities. The Magnet Recognition Program, awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), has recognized hospitals that have demonstrated excellence in nursing and improved patient outcomes. Built on five core pillars: transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary practice, innovation, and quality results, this designation has supported professional development and collaborative care. Although only about 10% of U.S. hospitals have been Magnet-designated, they have been linked to reduced hospital mortality, hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), and patient falls.

Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this research was to evaluate …

Home—The Final Frontier: Why Privacy Means Protecting Workers' Rights To Time And Space, Joshua Fairfield, Amanda Reilly

Scholarly Articles

This article critiques the failure of current privacy frameworks to protect workers—especially teleworkers—from the growing encroachment of employer surveillance into their homes. It argues that prevailing privacy regimes, including notice-and-choice models and the GDPR, inadequately address the systemic power asymmetries in the employment relationship, often enabling rather than restricting invasive monitoring. Drawing from labor law traditions, the authors propose a rights-centered framework that views time and space as essential for human dignity and autonomy. They call for a non-negotiable floor of protections, including surveillance-free periods, bans on data commodification, and the establishment of an enforcement inspectorate. By reframing privacy not …

Southern Adventist University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025, Southern Adventist University

Catalog, Undergraduate

Southern Adventist University's undergraduate catalog for the academic year 2024-2025.

60th International Congress On Medieval Studies, Medieval Institute, Western Michigan University

International Congress on Medieval Studies Archive

The printed program of the 60th International Congress on Medieval Studies (May 8–10, 2025), together with the Corrigenda.

Strategy 2025: Comprehensive Review Report, Office Of Assessment And Program Evaluation, College Of Health And Human Services

Annual Reports

This report will further detail the college's strategic objectives and KPIs for 2025, highlighting accomplishments, priorities, and recommendations for future planning. It will also showcase specific initiatives and achievements, such as faculty accomplishments, program development, community outreach, and efforts to enhance the college's digital presence. By examining the progress made and lessons learned during this five-year period, this report aims to inform and guide the college's strategic direction as it moves forward with Strategy 2030 and beyond.

Perspectivism And Wicked Problems: Patterns In The Discovery Process Of Leibniz, Bohr, And Turing, Ernesto Diaz

Natural Sciences and Mathematics | Faculty Authored Dissertations and Theses

This research investigates fundamental patterns in how transformative scientific knowledge emerges and becomes established, examining three pivotal cases: Leibniz's development of calculus, Bohr's formulation of complementarity, and Turing's conceptualisation of computation and artificial intelligence. The study introduces the o-é-c model (Ouverture Ontologique - Épistémè Socialisante - Connaissance Éclairante) to explain how individual insights become integrated into collective knowledge through structured phases of development. Drawing on Minsky's conception of knowledge as mental models for problem-solving and Longino's social epistemology, the research demonstrates how wicked problems—those that resist formulation within existing frameworks—catalyse the creation of new knowledge domains. The model reveals how …

Annual Financial Reports Of The Town Of Warner, New Hampshire Selectboard, Treasurer, Town Clerk, Tax Collector, Together With The Reports Of Town Departments, Boards, Committees, And The Warner Village Water District For Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2024, Warner Town Representatives

Warner, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Town Of Bradford, New Hampshire Annual Reports Of The Town For The Year Ending December 31, 2024, Bradford Town Representatives

Bradford, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Good Trips, Bad Trips: Attachment, Connectedness, And Mental Health In Psychedelic Experiences, Sean Michael Nickley

Selected Full-Text Dissertations 2020-

Research into psychedelic-assisted psychotherapies and the overall psychedelic experience is in a period of acceleration, with hopes from multiple disciplines that such research might uncover novel and effective treatments for myriad psychological disorders. Much research to date has examined the neurobiological underpinnings of psychedelic states. The current study, existing as part of a larger trend examining the phenomenological and psychological mechanisms of psychedelic experience, sought to examine the ways in which attachment dynamics influenced the type of psychedelic experience—mystical versus challenging—and the subsequent effects on social connectedness and psychiatric symptoms. Prior research had suggested that individuals with more anxious attachment …

Annual Reports Of The Officers, Trustees, Agents, Committees, And Organizations Of The Town Of Warren, New Hampshire For The Year 2024, Warren Town Representatives

Warren, NH Annual Reports

This is an annual report containing vital statistics for a town/city in the state of New Hampshire.

Is There An Association Between Living In A Rural Area And The Incidence Of Postoperative Complications Or Hospital Readmissions Following Left Ventricular Assist Device (Lvad) Implantation, Compared To Urban Lvad Recipients? A Systematic Review., Samrat Gollapudi, Abhiram Gollapudi, Sri Banala, Sheraj Singh, Kiran Tadi

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Departmental Research

BACKGROUND: Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are utilized as a therapeutic option for patients with end-stage heart failure. While LVAD implantation can enhance survival rates and quality of life, the procedure has its risks, and postoperative complications are common. This review aims to investigate whether there is an association between living in a rural area and the incidence of postoperative complications or hospital readmissions following LVAD implantation, compared to urban LVAD recipients.

METHODS: A comprehensive literature review examined studies that compared postoperative outcomes between rural and urban LVAD recipients. Data on adverse events, hospitalizations, and mortality rates were extracted, focusing …

Gardner-Webb, The Magazine 2025, Fall (Volume 30), Noel T. Manning

Gardner-Webb, The Magazine

Gardner-Webb, The Magazine, previously titled The Webb Magazine, focuses on alumni news and campus events from Gardner-Webb College; now Gardner-Webb University. This issue includes articles celebrating 60 years of the GWU Nursing program, updates from interim president Nate Evans, stories from GWU Alumni (Alana Dagenhart, Keon Williams Jr., and Caroline Leitten), and Dr. Steve Harmon's coverage of the installation of Pope Leo from Rome.

An Accident On Mount Washington: Now I Understand What It's Like To Have Panic Attacks, Chuck Radis

Faculty Publications

This is the story of how Dr. Radis developed PTSD after a mountaineering accident and how it affected him in his personal life and as a physician as he continued to practice and see patients.

2025 Election Results - Student Government Association, Student Government Association, East Tennessee State University

Student Government Association Agendas and Minutes

No abstract provided.

Fsu Law Focus - 05/09/2025, Fsu College Of Law Office Of Communications

FSU Law Focus Newsletter

From the Dean: Class of 2025 Spring Commencement Ceremony; Frontiers in Law and Technology; FSU Law Student News (2024-25 Legislative Fellows)