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The Courier, Winter 2026, Tennessee. Historical Commission.

Tennessee Historical Commission

No abstract provided.

Collective Enactment Of Myth: The Case Of D&D, Isaiah Waterhouse, Jon Littlefield

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

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Faculty, Be The Nudge For Your Students’ Personal Brand!, Michelle Carpenter

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

No abstract provided.

Exploring The Impact Of Online Reviews Perceived Trustworthiness And Consumer Engagement On Buying Behaviors, Ronda Mariani, Heather Morgan

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

No abstract provided.

Sustainability Challenges And Consumer Perceptions: A Cross-Generational Analysis, Bolormaa Chimed-Ochir, Ismet Anitsal, Melek Meral Anitsal

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

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Exploring E-Waste Recycling Intentions Among College Students In Taiwan And The U.S., Julia E. Blose, Robert E. Pitts, Y. Henry Xie

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

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Would You Like An Ai Upgrade With That?, Elizabeth C. Alexander

Atlantic Marketing Association Proceedings

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Before The War: The Impact Of Minority Stress On Palestinian Muslim Women In The United States, Rimah Jaber

Education Student Dissertations

This study explored the lived experiences of first- and second-generation Palestinian Muslim women (PMW) living in the US. Participants were 11 women between the ages of 20 and 33 from various regions across the country. The methodology included a phenomenological approach within a constructivist–interpretivist paradigm to conduct one-on-one, semistructured interviews. Participants shared their stories during online interviews, which were recorded and transcribed before data analysis. Guided by the embodied intersectionality framework and minority stress theory, the analysis yielded two superordinate themes with two subthemes each: (a) perceived discrimination (subthemes: stressors of living in the diaspora and erasure and disclosure of …

Llm-Based Stock Sentiment And Market Intelligence Platform, Joshua Thrower, Andrew Pinkerton, Ian Duggan, Wyatt Lester

ATU Scholars Symposium

Financial markets increasingly react to social media discourse, yet investors lack tools to translate this unstructured commentary into measurable indicators. Platforms such as YouTube host extensive discussions about publicly traded equities, but extracting reliable sentiment trends from high-volume, noisy comment streams remains technically challenging. This project develops a stock sentiment and market intelligence platform that transforms YouTube comment data into aggregated sentiment indicators aligned to specific equities. Comments are mapped to equities using ticker specific keyword identification combined with contextual filtering to reduce false associations from ambiguous or off-topic mentions. The system assigns numerical sentiment scores to individual comments and …

Managing Educational Stress And Coping With Conflicts Among Undergraduate, Aida Mehrad, Meriem Bouzedif, Thisaru Kavinda Kodithuwakku, Neema George Rweramila, Saad El Hajli, Mohammad Cheraghsepehr

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Many higher-education students experience ongoing stress due to academic demands while studying at university. To examine the effects of educational stress on students' ability to learn, academic achievement, and mental health issues such as anxiety, sadness, sleep disturbances, and drug use problems, a qualitative research study was conducted using interview methods. The study explores the unique experiences of educational stress among undergraduate students, based on interviews with 14 students, and provides detailed insights into their stress levels. The research emphasizes the widespread impact of stress on students, including academic pressures and cultural adjustments, and focuses specifically on undergraduate students at …

The Form Of Mekakat Junggring Salaka Mantra In Character Education Of The Tengger Tribal Community, Aullina Luizzahro, Imam Suyitno, Moch. Syahri

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This research aims to describe and explain the relationship of Mekakat mantra Junggring Salakan with the role of character education in the Tengger tribe community. The approach used in this research uses a qualitative descriptive approach and this type of research uses discourse analysis research. The source of data in this research is in the form of excerpts from the Mekakat Junggring Salaka mantra that can describe character education that emerges in the Tengger tribe community. The data source in this research is a collection of Tengger tribal mantras. In this research, the researcher acts as a key instrument (human …

Assessing The Development And Forms Of Continuous Evaluation Methods Employed In Interdisciplinary Science And Social Studies With Lumi Education, Hana Triana, Arifin Maksum, Nina Nurhasanah

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of interactive applications in primary education settings, focusing on continuous assessment practices and the overall performance of teaching Science and Social Studies. A descriptive-comparative research methodology was employed in this investigation. The participants comprised fifteen Grade 4 Cambridge students.The findings revealed that the content utilized for ongoing assessment through interactive applications encompassed information on Earth features, human interaction, and plant-based natural resources. A crucial aspect of evaluating fundamental learning competencies predominantly involved describing, identifying, listing, naming, relating, and explaining concepts within the domains of social studies and science. The interactive …

Analyzing Cognitive Development In Elementary-Aged Children And Its Implications For Teaching And Learning Strategies, Hardita Amalia Sri Ayu Lestari, Rinnanik Rinnanik, Evy Ramadina, Febi Nur Biduri

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

The acceleration and optimization of an individual's development can surpass that of their peers, with disparities emerging from age-related, genetic, dietary, and environmental factors. A profound understanding of human development serves as a crucial foundation for comprehending an individual's needs and character, particularly among elementary-aged children. Defined as those aged 7-12 years or encompassed within the educational system, this demographic necessitates a thorough examination of their cognitive development. Cognitive development constitutes an extensive domain that encompasses various thinking abilities, such as reasoning, memory, problem-solving, ideation, and creativity. Consequently, the present study embarks on a substantive and comprehensive analysis of the …

“Thinking About My Thinking” The Complex Interplay Between Metacognitive Strategies And Language Skills, Gita Nathania Maharani, Sintha Tresnadewi, Sari Karmina

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This systematic literature review employs the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) methodology to comprehensively analyze and synthesize the existing body of research on the complex interplay between metacognitive strategies and English language skills. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge, identify research gaps, and highlight trends within the field. The synthesized findings highlight the key themes and trends within the complex interplay between metacognitive strategies and English language skills literature. These include the application of metacognitive strategies in the classroom as well as during the learning process, how well …

Social Media Use And High-Risk Sexual Behaviour Among Tertiary Institution Students In Kwara State, Nigeria, Samuel Kolawole Ajiboye

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study examined the relationship between social media use and high-risk sexual behaviour among tertiary institution students in Kwara State, Nigeria. A total of 561 students were selected by using stratified sampling technique. Data was collected with an instrument titled: Social Media and High-Risk Sexual Behaviour Questionnaire (SMHRSBQ). The measure of central tendency (mean) and mean average were used to determine levels of social media use and involvement in high- risk sexual behaviour. The Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation and One-Way ANOVA Statistics were used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 alpha level. The Mean Average of responses on social …

The Use Of Grammarly Programs And Noticing Activities To Evaluate Students' Academic Writing Skills, Sarah Aslamiyah, Sicily Halimi Setiawati

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of using corrective feedback from Grammarly combined with notification activities to evaluate students' academic writing. A quantitative method with a quasi-experimental method design was used to analyze the academic writing of students in the fourth semester of the English Education department at a private university in Sidoarjo. The result of this study was that the experimental class had a higher average score than the control class. This is in line with a significant decrease in grammatical errors in students' academic writing in experimental classrooms. This proves that using corrective feedback from Grammarly combined …

Learner Characteristics Based On Generational Differences, Zahid Zufar At Thaariq

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

The advancement of technology has significantly shaped generational differences, particularly in how each generation adapts to learning. Educational contexts continue to evolve in response to these generational shifts. This study aims to examine learner characteristics based on generational differences through a traditional literature review. The selected literature focuses on various generational cohorts and their distinct approaches to learning. The findings reveal that each generation exhibits unique learner characteristics influenced by their historical and technological context. The Greatest Generation emphasizes initiative in learning; the Silent Generation prioritizes standardized learning; Baby Boomers value learning independence; Generation X seeks balance in learning; Millennials …

Technology-Enhanced Application In L2 Pragmatic Instruction: A Systematic Literature Review, Ilham Mulya Putra Pradana, Gita Nathania Maharani, Keke Febrian Harimurti

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This systematic literature review focuses on the use of technology-enhanced applications in second language (L2) pragmatic instruction. This paper will systematically analyze papers from several electronic databases between the years 2012 and 2023 that investigate the use of technology in L2 pragmatic instruction, with a focus on the type of technology used, its effectiveness in enhancing pragmatic competence, and its impact on learners' motivation and engagement. The review also considers the pedagogical implication that underlie the design and implementation of technology-enhanced pragmatic instruction. The findings suggest that technology-enhanced applications can effectively enhance learners' pragmatic competence, motivation, and engagement. However, the …

Palestine Conflict With Israel: The Education Fate Of Palestinian Children, Rian Rifki Eliandy, Amini Amini, Muhammad Heriadi, En Riskinta Tumanggor

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This article was created with the title “Palestinian Conflict with Israel (The Fate of Palestinian Children’s Education)” with the aim of informing readers about the conflict that occurred between Palestine and Israel, specifically which has an impact on the field of education. The method used in this article is descriptive qualitative with documentation techniques as the data collection technique. Thus it can be seen that the conflict between Palestine and Israel occurred because the Palestinian territories were seized by force in a cruel way by Israel. The United Nations has tried to provide regulations to resolve the conflict but to …

Factors Related To Self-Care Behaviors Among Older Adults For Communicable Disease (Cd) Protection In The Eastern Economic Corridor (Eec) Of Thailand: A Case Study Of Covid-19, Surasingha Sombat Suranartwatchawong, Sane Saengngoen, Supaporn Sudnongbua

Journal of Health Research

Background: The impact of COVID-19 is particularly severe for older adults, who represent the most vulnerable demographic. Using COVID-19 as a case study, this research investigates the factors influencing self-care behaviors for preventing communicable diseases (CD) among older adults in the EEC.

Methods: The study with a cross-sectional design involving 387 older adults aged 60 years was conducted between January and March 2025. The questionnaire was valid and reliable based on objective congruence (IOC) index and Cronbach’s alpha coefficients. Data analysis utilized both descriptive and inferential statistics.  Frequency, percentage, standard deviation, and multiple linear regression analysis were employed …

Predictors Of Stress Among Bsw And Msw Students At Fhsu, Octavio Ramirez, Annette Clarke Jones

SACAD: Scholarly Activities

Chronic stress leads to severe health consequences, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and physical issues like fatigue and sleep disturbances. This study examined factors predicting stress among a sample (n = 101) of BSW and MSW students attending FHSU. The findings showed that sexual orientation, academic grade point average, and marital status were significant predictors of stress among this sample.

Preparing Nursing Students To Support Healthy Work Environments By Teaching Stress First Aid, Veronica Betts, Courtney E. Reinisch, Brenda Marshall

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Stress First Aid (SFA), is an evidence-based education program developed to address stress experienced by front line servicemen in the US military. This leadership and peer support model promotes mental wellness by teaching specific coping skills that build resilience an individual can access in times of stress (NJ NEW, 2025). The SFA training has been demonstrated to decrease stress in nursing staff. Nursing faculty have an ethical responsibility to provide education that promotes wellbeing, resilience, supporting prelicensure nursing students with skills to successfully transition into their roles as nurses (Sinmileoluwa et al., 2020).

Including SFA in nursing education prepares future …

Pain Catastrophizing As A Distinct Predictor Of Pain Interference Among Veterans, Annie Zusin, Emily Rabinowitz, Victoria E. Carlin, Qiuxi Huang, Joseph W. Ditre

Voices of Service Symposium

Introduction: Pain catastrophizing, defined as a cognitive distortion that magnifies threat of pain, is a strong predictor of pain interference. However, the construct of pain catastrophizing has been criticized for potentially reflecting underlying psychopathology rather than a distinct pain-specific process. The present study examined whether pain catastrophizing uniquely predicts pain interference after accounting for symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Clarifying this distinction is critical for understanding whether the Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) captures a construct that is meaningfully distinct from general psychological distress or if the measure is conceptually and statistically redundant with psychopathology Method: A sample of 266 …

Co-Occurring Hallucinogen Use And Mental Health Symptoms, Emerson Hoagland, Grant H. Ripley, Joseph W. Ditre, Dessa Bergen-Cico

Voices of Service Symposium

Introduction: Mental health concerns, including depression and psychological distress, remain highly prevalent among U.S. military veterans and are associated with elevated functional impairment, suicide risk, and barriers to care. Public discourse increasingly suggests the potential therapeutic effects of psychedelic substances in treating mental illness. However, population-level data examining associations between psychedelic use and mental health burden among U.S. military veterans remain limited. The present study examined associations between past-year hallucinogen use and past-year major depressive episode (MDE) and serious psychological distress (SPD) among veterans. Method: Data were drawn from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2021-2024). Analyses were …

Associations Between Psychological Distress And Benzodiazepine Use And Misuse Among U.S. Veterans, Joshua Soh, Victoria E. Carlin, Joon Kyung Nam, Joseph W. Ditre

Voices of Service Symposium

Introduction: Psychological distress, defined as a generalized state of emotional suffering characterized by depressive and anxiety symptoms, is common among U.S. military veterans. The use of benzodiazepines, which are central nervous system depressants often used to treat symptoms of anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and insomnia, is also prevalent in this population despite ongoing concerns regarding dependence, misuse, and potential adverse mental health outcomes. Although benzodiazepines may provide short-term symptom relief, both their use and misuse may contribute to increases in symptoms of psychological distress. As such, this study examines the relationship between psychological distress and BZD use and misuse among …

Interview With Orca Award Winner Paul Olson, Unl English; Literature, Curricular Reform, Great Plains Studies, Mark A. Griep, Paul A. Olson

UNL ORCA Interview Series

Paul Olson was awarded the ORCA in 1984. He was born in 1932 in Washburn, Wisconsin. During his youth, his family also farmed in Nebraska and South Dakota. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas. Next, he earned a master’s in English from the University of Nebraska, had a Fulbright fellowship to spend a year at London University in England, and earned his doctorate in medieval and Renaissance studies from Princeton University in New Jersey. In 1957, he joined UNL as an assistant professor of English and was soon promoted to full professor. One of his …

Ai-Human Relationship Experiences, Ari Rad

SACAD: Scholarly Activities

Recent scholarly research regarding “human–chatbot relationships

(HCRs)” demonstrates that users often report having developed

meaningful connections with artificial intelligence. Although the

initial exposure to AI chatbots is seemingly predicated on users’

“curiosity,” the data suggest that “loneliness” is a precursor that

maintains the use of chatbots (Skjuve et al., 2022; Skjuve et al.,

2023). A cross-sectional mixed-method survey study demonstrated

that “loneliness” and “lower perceived social support” are among the

initiators of the use of chatbots for companionship (Herbener &

Damholdt, 2025).

The unique characteristics of these AI companions (e.g., being

socially safe, nonjudgmental, and always available) have brought

forth …

Professional Practice Areas Of Occupational Therapy, Jaycie Theis

SACAD: Scholarly Activities

Jaycie Theis- Professional Practice Areas of Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy (OT) is a dynamic healthcare profession focused on promoting independence, functional skills, and quality of life for individuals across the lifespan. This poster outlines the professional practice areas of occupational therapists, including hospitals, schools, home health, and long-term care facilities, highlighting the unique roles, responsibilities, and client populations in each setting. Core job tasks such as patient assessment, individualized treatment planning, therapeutic intervention, and caregiver education are emphasized, along with essential skills like communication, adaptability, and clinical reasoning. The poster also reviews common goals of OT, including improving physical, cognitive, …

Spectator 2026-04-09, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

Blessing Or Burden?: Parental Religiosity And Lgbtq Adolescent Well-Being, Emma S. Griffitts, Lindsey Maner, Adam Rogers

FHSS Mentored Research Conference

This study investigated the associations between parent religiosity and their LGBTQ teen's psychological risk and resilience factors. LGBTQ youth showed higher risk factors, but parent religiosity also predicted greater resilience, mediated by child religiosity. These effects were stronger among LGBTQ teens than non-LGBTQ teens, suggesting that their internalized faith may lead to increased coping and well-being in minority contexts.