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A Geospatial Analysis Of Patterns In Neighborhood Characteristics And United States Professional Sports Stadium Relocations From 1922-2022, Kara Logan

Master's Theses

In the United States of America, 135 stadiums for new or relocating teams have been constructed between 1970 and 2020 (Bradbury et al., 2022, p. 3). Within those years, researchers, journalists, and community members have examined the impact of those new stadiums on local communities, including economic, environmental, and residential impacts. However, the current scope of literature consists of a considerable number of case studies that examine a single stadium or mega-event, such as the Olympics.

This study will determine what patterns, if any, exist between the demographic and housing characteristics between the stadiums that major league United States professional …

Olympic Infrastructure: The Effect On Host Cities, Abriana Wilson

Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)

Hosting the Olympic Games is an event associated with promoting urban development, economic surplus, and enhanced global visibility. However, the development of the Olympic Games is a topic that curates debate and scrutiny. This thesis aims to thoroughly analyze the different effects of Olympic Infrastructure on host cities. This study investigates both short- and long-term effects of large-scale Olympic development through real-world analysis, and qualitative, and quantitative data. Key areas of focus include legacy building, environmental awareness, health and safety, displacement, and sustainability. This research seeks to evaluate past Olympic Games to provide host cities with the information to create …

(Non)Cognitive Dissonance? A Stakeholder-Based Exploration Of The Consideration Of Graduate Admissions Applicants' Personal Skills And Qualities, Reginald M. Gooch, Joseph H. Paris, Sara B. Haviland, Jose Sotelo

Journal of College Access

Prospective graduate students’ noncognitive attributes are commonly evaluated as a part of a holistic review of their admission applications. Yet it is difficult to determine which noncognitive attributes are considered by those who evaluate graduate admissions applications and what approaches they take to measure applicants’ noncognitive attributes. It is even less clear to what degree prospective graduate students understand how they are evaluated for graduate admissions and how the evaluation of their noncognitive attributes factor into admissions decisions. Drawing on surveys of graduate enrollment management (GEM) professionals and prospective graduate students in the United States, our study investigates the noncognitive …

From Baguettes To Gold Medals: The Paris 2024 Olympics And Paralympics Exhibit Signs, Tim Bottorff, Kerri Bottorff

Rosen Library Exhibits

On display: May-August 2024
Featured items: Books from the Rosen Library Collection. Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics mascots and t-shirt. T-shirt and credential from U.S. Olympic Team Trials-Marathon.

Curators: Tim Bottorff and Kerri Bottorff

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From Baguettes To Gold Medals: The Paris 2024 Olympics And Paralympics Exhibit Postcard, Tim Bottorff, Kerri Bottorff

Rosen Library Exhibits

On display: May-August 2024
Featured items: Books from the Rosen Library Collection. Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics mascots and t-shirt. T-shirt and credential from U.S. Olympic Team Trials-Marathon.
Curators: Tim Bottorff and Kerri Bottorff

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Using Multiple Methods To Explore Antiracist Practices In A Cross Institutional Online Community, Mark Diacopoulos, Amanda Burbage, Kristen H. Gregory, Mary F. Rice

Open Educational Resources - Teaching and Learning

In this chapter, four white, cis-gender, teacher-educators engaged in a multiple method, cross-institution online collaboration during the dual pandemic of Covid-19 and structural racism. Using a book club reading schedule, arts based responses, problem posing, and memory work, the authors examined their experiences and reactions to the pandemic and concurrent incidences of structural racism. Drawing inspiration from Robinson and Robinson’s (2022) Imagine If, followed by Kendi’s (2019, 2023) How to be Antiracist, the authors describe how their online collaboration influenced their understanding of their past, helped them to unpack considerations of present problems in their practice, and helped them consider …

Examining The Effects Of Video-Enhanced Syllabi On Learner Motivation And Perception, Donna Holly Park

Graduate Theses and Dissertations (2019 - present)

Finding ways to motivate learners in online courses can be difficult when the interaction between the instructor and the learner is conducted through written text. The use of syllabi is an important component to help guide learners and provide them with course expectations. A poorly written or misinterpreted syllabus can contribute to a negative experience. When the syllabus is perceived in a way that promotes negative feelings, the learners may have a more difficult time being successful in the course. The purpose of this study was to determine how a video-enhanced syllabus affects motivation in an online course.

The courses …

Sports Science: An Entrepreneurial Venture, Nicole J. Jones

Senior Honors Projects

In sports science, ensuring maximum athlete safety and optimizing data utilization are pivotal yet leave room for further work. My project, Unbeaten SafeWare, addresses these critical issues by focusing on two primary concerns: preventing heat-related and cardiac illnesses, which are significant causes of athlete fatalities, and enhancing the transparency and utility of sports data. This initiative involves developing a shirt integrated with sensors to monitor vital signs and an athlete management system to handle data input, storage, analysis, and accessibility for athletes.

The project has advanced through the efforts of a multidisciplinary team, which includes biomedical engineering undergraduates, two faculty …

Understanding The Experiences Of Para-Collegiate Student- Athletes: A Mixed Methods Study, Derek Whaley

All Dissertations

Experiences are the impressions developed through gaining, using, fostering, and sometimes disposing of a service or product. Recent years have shown an ongoing emphasis placed on experiences and their impacts; one of particular interest for this study are the experiences of para-collegiate student-athletes. Using the Experience Type Framework (ETF) and the Extraordinary Impact Scale (EIS), the purpose of this study was to understand the experience of involvement in intercollegiate sports among adaptive student-athletes. This study employed an explanatory sequential mixed methods design, using quantitative and qualitative data to understand the adaptive student-athlete experience. Phase I (n = 30) used the …

2024 May, Morehead State University. Office Of Communications & Marketing.

Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present

Press releases for May of 2024.

From Stardom To Stunted: The Rise And Fall Of Sports Icons, Julia Simone

Undergraduate Theses and Capstone Projects

This case study is an examination of Aaron Hernandez’s professional and personal life as it was portrayed in the media. This study seeks to examine how the media narrative changed for Hernandez after his criminal activities came to light and how sports media contributed to the rise and fall of Aaron Hernandez’s professional career. The study also aimed to examine how stars like Hernandez can be held accountable for their actions outside their respective sport. To accomplish these goals, the researcher examined media coverage surrounding Hernandez to uncover how media frames corresponded with and contributed to the rise and fall …

Revolutionizing Assessment: Innovations In Website-Based Test And Measurement Applications, Gigih Siantoro, Bayu Agung Pramono, I Dewa Made Aryananda Wijaya Kusuma, Rini Ismalasari, Ika Jayadi

Jurnal Keolahragaan

The success of information cannot be separated from the use of online media; Website is one of the online media that is widely used by organizations to provide information quickly. Unfortunately, there are currently not many websites that directly provide information and can analyze and monitor users. This study aims to develop a physical test and measurement website to provide information and results of biological monitoring of athletes directly. This research uses a method of ten stages of research and development (R and D). The result of this study is that more than 90% of users rated website design, validity, …

Need Analysis For Innovation In Integrated Learning Models For Micro-Teaching Course: Explanatory Sequential Design, Jusuf Blegur, Amung Ma'mun, Berliana Berliana, Agus Mahendra, Michelle Mordeno Layao

Jurnal Keolahragaan

One of the keys to successful learning model development is conducting a comprehensive needs analysis on actual performance, desired performance, and causes of performance gaps. This research aims to analyze student performance needs so that they can become a credible basis for consideration when designing the syntax of learning experiences for integrated learning models for micro-teaching courses. Researchers used an explanatory sequential design when completing the study, so quantitative research became the main focus for data collection and analysis, which was emphasized by qualitative studies. There were 107 research respondents, namely 75 students, two lecturers, and 30 physical education teachers. …

Strategic Leadership Among The Heads Of The National Olympic Sports Federations From The Point Of Download Of Their Members, Rana Turki Naji

Modern Sport

The problem of the research lies in studying the current situation of the sports federations in Iraq in terms of the reality of their practice of strategic leadership. The current research aims to build a measure of strategic leadership among the heads of the national Olympic sports federations from the point of download of their members, and identifying the level of strategic leadership among the heads of the National Olympic Sports Federations from the point of download of their members. The researcher used the descriptive approach to suit the nature of the current research. The research sample included members of …

The Role Of The Coach In The Organizational Health Of The Team From The Point Of Download Of Football Players In The Iraqi Premier League, Ziad Jalal Khudair, Ammar Nasser Younis, Abdul Halim Jabr Nazzal

Modern Sport

The importance of the research is that the role of the coach is to work on developing self-esteem among the players. The players need the support of their teammates. The coach setting specific goals that challenge the team members leads to a positive impact on the performance of the individual and the group and on the health of the team. The goals set a high standard for achievement. It makes the team focus on completing what it needs. The research problem is that the ability of the organization (team) to work effectively to achieve positive performance in the long term, …

2024 April, 30; Faculty Senate Minutes, State University Of New York At Cortland

Minutes

Faculty Senate Minutes; 2024 April, 30

The Echo: April 29. 2024, Taylor University

2023-2024 (Volume 111)

No abstract provided.

Kinetic And Kinematic Effect Of Flag-Carrying On Referee Agility And Sprinting Performance, William Reed

Master's Theses

Within competitive soccer, assistant referees are expected to keep up with the top speed of players on the field, despite being hindered mechanically by a flag held down at their side. This ability to keep up with speed-of-play can determine effectiveness of calls on the field, yet while being tested, referees are not required to replicate the game-like state of flag-carrying. The purpose of this study was to examine kinetic and kinematic effects of flag-carrying within sprinting and change-of-direction performance in assistant referees to better inform training programs and testing protocols. 18 male referees (mean age 32.11 ± 9.08 years) …

Definition & Facilitation Of The Ncaa 20-Hour-Rule, Julia Helm, Evan Aponte

Academic Festival

No abstract provided.

Impact Of Covid-19 On High-Level Athletes, Brendan O'Donnell

Academic Festival

The COVID-19 pandemic was an unprecedented era of uncertainty and disruption, profoundly impacting every part of human life, especially the world of sports. High-level athletes, admired for their physical abilities and mental toughness, were not immune to the far-reaching impacts of the pandemic. From mental health challenges to disruptions in training routines, and physical injuries to long-term implications, the journey of high-level athletes through the COVID-19 pandemic has been defined by resilience, adaptation, and significant change.

An Examination Of The Catholic Vote In America, Thomas Remmen

Academic Festival

An examination of the Catholic vote in America for the upcoming 2024 Presidential election

Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Pulse, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Spring 2024 Talisman:

• Hunter, Leah. Pulse
• Muscutt, Carson. High on Bluegrass – Jordan Riehm
• Meyers, Jeffrey. Science of Movement – Exercise Science
• Murray, Debra. Pasture to Plate – Agriculture
• Murray, Debra. Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
• Coffee, Bobbi. Passion, Pain, Curiosity – Innovation Campus
• Story, Miriam. Drafts of a Postcard (October 2023)
• Johnston, Katelyn. Beyond Sound – Deaf
• Hunter, Leah. One Good Week – Madison Weis
• Alali, Cecilia. Crafted Cadence – Speech Team
• Blankenship, Alisa. Loving You
• Sandlin, Ellie. Here After – Death
• Booth, Pandora. Rooted in Rhythm – Step Shows
• Booth, Pandora. Horoscopes
• Pulse Playlist

Powerhouse Problem: The Examination Of The Nfl Draft And Possible Biases, Nicholas Troha

Business and Economics Honors Papers

This research explores the NFL draft's dynamics, investigating potential biases in player selection. Despite stars like Tyreek Hill and Antonio Brown emerging from small D1 institutions in the later draft rounds, a bias towards Power 5 conference players persists, particularly with wide receivers. Drawing from NFL draft data (2016-2020), this research finds that not only does there seem to be a premium placed on Power 5 receivers, but Southeastern Conference (SEC) linebackers as well. Quarterbacks were also evaluated in this research but revealed little information about what factors influence their draft position. The discrepancy of what influences a player’s draft …

Leadership Experiences Of Athletics Directors In Faith-Based Small College Departments: A Phenomenological Study, Michael Teague

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to understand the leadership experiences of intercollegiate athletics directors at faith-based, small colleges and universities throughout the United States. The theory guiding this study was Hersey and Blanchard’s situational leadership theory, as it explores how leaders can most effectively lead and engage their employees given unique circumstances and how those types of leaders are found within the faith-based, small college and university intercollegiate athletics departments. The central research question in this study is: How do athletics directors describe their leadership experiences in a faith-based, small college intercollegiate athletics setting? The phenomenological research using …

Nfl Rule Changes Favor Offenses; But Don't Defenses Win Championships?, Kipp Satterlee Ransome

Business and Economics Honors Papers

The NFL's emphasis on favoring the offense through implementing new game rules is likely a significant factor in increasing a team's average points per game. Additionally, an increasing average points per game metric is likely a contributing factor to increasing real team revenue, as prior research indicates that higher-scoring games lead to higher fan satisfaction. Using game, team revenue, and rule implementation data from the 2002-2022 seasons, this author tests two new hypotheses that test whether specific rule changes targeting defenses or special teams increase a team’s average points per game and whether an increased points per game metric positively …

Ua80/1 Wku Athletic Hall Of Fame Review Guidelines, W Club

University Organizations

Nomination and review procedures for selection of athletes for WKU Athletic Hall of Fame.

Gardner-Webb College Of Arts And Sciences Recognizes Achievements Of Students, Office Of University Communications

Gardner-Webb NewsCenter Archive

Students in The College of Arts and Sciences recently received awards for their academic achievements in the 2024 Spring Semester. Dean Dr. Robert Prickett and Associate Dean Dr. Jennifer Buckner led the ceremony.

Ksu Philharmonic Orchestra & University Band

Bailey School of Music Concert Programs

Nancy Conley, Conductor, Philharmonic Orchestra

Brandon Meeks, Conductor, University Band

Planning Committee Report On Understaffed Programs, Planning Committee

Planning Committee

No abstract provided.

A Study Of Mental Health Conditions Among Elite Level Athletes, Sawyer Magnett

Senior Honors Theses

This paper examines the effects of stigmatization on elite level athletes’ mental health and overall wellbeing. Within this study, elite level athletes will be defined as those that participate in collegiate programs and the levels beyond that. Stigma is generally defined as negative beliefs towards a particular group of people or a state of being. When stigma is prevalent within athletic settings, many athletes tend to be silent about the struggles they face daily. Stigma is manifested either publicly or personally in the arena of elite level athletics due to preconceived notions within this demographic. Through close examination of current …