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The Southeastern Librarian

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Academic Village Finance Authority Board Of Directors Meeting - Notice And Agenda 04/24/2025, Uc Law Sf

2025 Board of Directors Agenda and Materials

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Usa V. Omar Colon

2025 Decisions

USDC for the District of Delaware

Facilitating Student Advancement: A High School Toolkit For Developing Professional Skills, Makenzie J. Mccain

Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate - Innovations in OT Symposium: Transforming Possibilities into Practice

Objective:

As students transition from high school to their next step, they are expected to demonstrate a different and often higher level of professional skills to successfully navigate their new roles. Existing research identifies these skills as highly valuable in industry and education, however there is a gap in research and resources that focus on high school students developing these essential skills. This quality improvement project focused on the development of a toolkit to fill this gap, providing an explicit, student-centered resource for professional skill development.

Methods:

The development of the Professional Skills Student Toolkit utilized established theoretical frameworks and …

College Of Liberal Arts Annual Awards Ceremony, 2025, Lee Cohen, University Of Mississippi. College Of Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts Awards

The College of Liberal Arts presented awards to its faculty, staff, students, and alumni in the Gertrude C. Ford Center Student Union Ballroom.

Impact Of Exercise To Treat Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome: A Systematic Review, Melissa M. Cortez, Kayla Aikins, Amy C. Arnold, Jeffrey R. Boris, Todd E. Davenport, Katie Johnson, Hagar S. Kattaya, Laurence Kinsella, Mary M. Mcfarland, Ryan Pelo, Clayton D. Powers, Kelsi Schiltz, Lauren E. Stiles, Lauren Ziaks, Tae Hwan Chung, Claudia Dal Molin

Pacific Faculty Work

Background: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a chronic condition associated with a high symptom burden and decreased quality of life (QOL). Exercise is currently considered to be a first line non-pharmacological treatment for POTS. The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the impact of exercise on cardiovascular and patient-centered outcomes in patients with POTS. Purpose: To evaluate whether exercise benefits patients with POTS by synthesizing data from published clinical studies. Methods: Electronic databases, including Medline, Embase, CINAHL Complete, Cochrane CENTRAL, and others were searched and results were exported on May 2, 2023. Study inclusion: those that utilized …

The Effects Of Goal Setting On Sports Performance Of Competitive Athletes: A Meta-Analytic Review, Kelsi L. Crotts

Theses and Dissertations

Goal setting is widely used by athletes as a strategy to enhance sports performance. Despite its theoretical foundation in Goal Setting Theory (GST), empirical research has yielded mixed findings regarding its effectiveness in competitive athletic settings. Prior meta-analyses have included studies across various skill levels and motor tasks unrelated to sport, limiting their applicability to experienced athletes. The current meta-analytical review aimed to (1) evaluate the impact of goal setting on sports performance among competitive athletes, (2) examine the influence of goal characteristics such as difficulty, specificity, proximity, type, source, and feedback, and (3) identify methodological limitations in existing research …

Assessing The Impact Of Internal Flow Dynamics On Detection Region Concentrations Of Low-Cost Optical Particle Counters, Livingstone Quarshie

Theses and Dissertations

Particulate matter (PM) poses significant risks to human health and the environment, making accurate measurement essential for exposure assessment and regulatory decisions. While traditional reference methods provide reliable data, they are often bulky, expensive, and difficult to maintain. Optical Particle Counters (OPCs) offer a cost-effective alternative, commonly used in clean rooms, residential spaces, and personal exposure monitoring. These devices rely on light scattering to measure PM concentrations. However, low cost OPCs face challenges related to calibration and measurement accuracy, requiring careful performance evaluation. This study used computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools, CONVERGE Studio and ANSYS Fluent, to simulate a simplified …

My Protector, Alexis Kirkpatrick

Intertext

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Editors - Intertext 2025, Intertext Journal

Intertext

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Understanding The Attention Economy And Its Negative Effects: Consumerism Is Consuming Us, Aidan Shane

Intertext

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Faculty Highlights: Walter Champion Professor, Thurgood Marshall School Of Law, Office Of The Provost

Faculty Highlights

Professor Walter Champion – A Leader in Sports and Entertainment Law

Wind Symphony: April 25, 2025, Anthony C. Marinello, Colby Powers, Wes Smith, Jennifer Budlong-Brewers

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts

April 25, 2025

Friday Evening

8:00 p.m.

Conquer And Prevail Issue 186 April 24 2025, Wofford College. Office Of Marketing And Communications

Conquer and Prevail Newsletter

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The Theology Of Water And Spirit: A Radical Reclamation To Forge A Path From Fear To Faith, Shunda Kidd Wilkin

Doctor of Ministry Projects and Theses

In this dissertation, I am in pursuit of a deeper understanding of the disconnect that African American women, and perhaps people of African descent in the Western Hemisphere in particular, have encountered in the realm of aquatics, to find out how to forge a path from fear to faith in the realm of water and spirit for millions of women of the African diaspora - first and foremost. This work is inclusive of all others who are also disconnected from the aquatic realm, in order to create and curate a new field of practical theology - Aquatic Practical Theology – …

The Laureate, Nadia Famiano

Honors Theses

It is important for undergraduate artists to have an understanding of the artistic market before they start their careers. This project will provide students with the opportunity to experience the process of getting published in a formal academic journal utilizing resources from others pursuing post-secondary education in different fields. The Laureate is an art journal composed of undergraduate pieces. It gives students an opportunity to have their art(s) recognized, such as written works, photography and other visual arts. Allowing for students to have experience with an official publication, The Laureate is an engaging journal that culminates in a celebration of …

Agriculture And Natural Resources Committee Clemson University Board Of Trustees 2025 April 24, Clemson University Board Of Trustees

Minutes

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In Re: Louie Joseph Aquilino And Robin Aquilino

2025 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

The Impact Of Social Determinants Of Health On Nicaraguan Immigrants In Costa Rica, Callie Stillion

Symposium on Research and Creative Expression (SORCE)

During Valparaiso University's annual service learning trip to Costa Rica in March 2024, five public health clinics were conducted in the communities of La Carpio, Boca Arenal, and San Gerardo, which held a combined population of approximately 69,000 at the time, most of which were Nicaraguan immigrants. These clinics were led by students and translators, small groups of which were sent out each day to conduct home visits within these neighborhoods to gather qualitative and quantitative data, including demographic information, details about the home environment, health insurance status, reasons for immigrating to Costa Rica, and perception of health threats from …

A Population Study Of The Freshwater Turtles Of The Recently Expanded Lake Hydaway In Campbell County, Virginia, Joshua Sorenson

Senior Honors Theses

Freshwater turtles are an important part of the ecological systems in central Virginia. At the recently expanded Lake Hydaway, there are several turtle species for which their population characteristics were unknown, especially the prolific Eastern Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta picta) and Red-bellied Cooter (Pseudemys rubriventris). For five weeks, the lake was surveyed for turtles using hoop nets, and the turtles were marked and measured. Population characteristics such as carapace length and sex ratio for the Eastern Painted Turtle and Red-bellied Cooter were calculated, as well as population estimates for those two species. The Red-eared Slider ( …

The Evolution Of Women's Rights In Iran, Rebecca G. Buis

Senior Honors Theses

Over the past 46 years, Iran has undergone change; substantial change that will impact the lives of women for generations to come. The ones who have been at the forefront of this challenge are women. Islamic extremism and religion have created a substantial shift in the lives of women over the past half century. As time has gone on, more women have protested, leading to an increased resistance. Prior to the Iranian Revolution of 1979, Iranian women experienced increased liberties and freedoms. However, with the rise of Khomeini, their freedoms were increasingly replaced with expectations as to how they should …

Effect Of Unilateral And Bilateral Resistance Training On Performance Tests Of Collegiate Softball Athletes, Kamryn S. O'Dell

Electronic Theses & Dissertations

Strength and conditioning coaches typically have athletes perform either unilateral (UL) or bilateral (BL) lower body training, based on the perception that UL may be more sport-specific, and may enable lighter loads due to different stability requirements. A randomized controlled design was used to assess the effects of UL (n=6) and BL (n=5) on collegiate DII softball athletes. After three weeks of familiarization training, testing was done pre- and post- 8 weeks of the athletes’ Fall offseason training program. Performance testing consisted of strength (front squat, hex bar deadlift, front rack split squat, rear foot elevated split squat), change of …

Approval Of Scott Remains Strong In Vermont But Residents Divided On A Sixth Scott Term 4/24/2025, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Nearly two-thirds of Vermont residents approve of Governor Phil Scott's performance, including majorities of both Republicans and Democrats. However, Vermonters are equally divided on whether they want Scott to seek a sixth term in 2026, though less than one-third believe Scott does not deserve to be re-elected if does choose to run. On issues recently discussed by the State Legislature, a plurality of Vermonters support introducing ranked-choice voting for presidential primaries, while a majority support ending the state's use of for-profit prisons. Nearly half of Vermonters say that housing, taxes, or the cost of living is the most important problem …

Ayotte Popular, But Higher Negatives Than Past Governors; Housing Still Most Important Problem In Nh 4/24/2025, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Half of New Hampshire residents approve of Governor Kelly Ayotte's performance early in her term, similar to recent governors, but a higher percentage disapprove compared to her predecessors. Housing remains the most important issue facing the state. On legislation under discussion in Concord, Granite Staters oppose cuts to the state University System, are divided on making all students in the state eligible for Education Freedom Accounts, and support a ban on puberty blockers for children.

Mainers Divided In Assessment Of Mills, But Is Preferred Challenger To Unpopular Collins In 2026 Senate Race 4/24/2025, Unh Survey Center

All UNH Survey Center Polls

Mainers are divided in their assessment of Governor Janet Mills. A majority of Mainers approve of Mills' performance as governor, but the partisan gap is wide: nearly all Democrats approve of her while almost all Republicans disapprove. More than two-thirds of Mainers believe incumbent Senator Susan Collins does not deserve to be re-elected in 2026, including a majority of Republicans. Mainers generally oppose state prison policy concerning transgender inmates and oppose two bills being considered by the legislature to loosen vaccines requirements in Maine schools.

Politics And Collection Development: Behaviors In Library Collecting Based On Political Climates, Zachary G. Stein, Lindsey M. Reno

The Southeastern Librarian

Over the last several years libraries in the United States have dealt with an increasing number of book challenges and calls for censorship of materials. The challenges and calls for censorship are no longer only from library patrons, but now include national organizations and even local and state legislators. Some of these actions have moved to criminalize librarians and curtail first amendment rights. Due to this new climate, it is important to examine the effect these culture wars have on library collection development decisions. This quantitative study seeks to answer that question with a nationwide survey of library professionals.

Fractured Spectacle: Contrasting Reactions To Itaewon Stampede Across Korean And English-Language Networked Publics, Jin-A Choi, Saif Shahin

College of Communication and Media Scholarship and Creative Works

Late modern society has been conceptualized as a spectacle, a metaphor that brings to light not only its commodification but also the benumbing impact of mass media on the audience’s political agency. This study turns attention to the spectacle in the age of social media. Building on a growing body of research on the spectacle of suffering, we compare reactions to the 2022 Itaewon Halloween stampede, which claimed more than 150 lives, across Korean-language and English-language posts on the social networking platform, X (previously Twitter). Our research draws on two computational techniques, topic modeling and network analysis, to examine …

The Comment, April 24, 2025, Bridgewater State University

The Comment

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Verso Page

Bryant Literary Review

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Cotton/Soybean Insect Newsletter, April 24, 2025, Jeremy K. Greene

Clemson University Cotton/Soybean Insect Newsletter

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