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Reflections Through Ai: Visualizing Learning, Emotion, And Mindset, Diana L. Moss, Anna Schwarz

AI in the Classroom: A Virtual Summit

Attendees will learn about narrative identity, using AI as a reflective tool, and create a reflective artifact using AI. Narrative identities are stories that can help students make sense of their prior learning experiences. Negative experiences in math classrooms can influence students’ perceptions of the subject and sometimes cause negative feelings or anxiety towards learning math. For years, I have used drawing in conjunction with written explanation to observe my students’ thoughts and emotions towards learning mathematics. In my most recent iteration of using this activity in an undergraduate math class, one student described their feelings of learning math to …

Secularization And Women's Rights Navigating The Legal, Economic And Social Impacts Of Gender Roles And Modernization In The United States, Isabella Rivera

Political Analysis

Isabella Rivera is a senior graduating in May of 2025 pursuing a dual Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Religion through the Honors Program. Her research focuses on secularization in the United States, with a particular interest in its impact on women’s rights and religion, the central theme of her senior thesis. Inspired by the complex relationship between secularization and gender dynamics, she set out to examine how this cultural shift affects women, while also exploring the religious dimensions of this interplay. Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding the intersections of politics, faith, and social change. …

The "Runt Piglet" Amendment, Samuel Fox

Political Analysis

Samuel Fox is a political science major who will be graduating in the spring of 2027. Outside of the classroom, he is a member of the Dean’s Undergraduate Student Cabinet and Alpha Phi Omega. This paper was written with the goal of exploring an underdeveloped field of constitutional law and was inspired by Dr. Pallitto’s Constitutional Law class. After college, he hopes to work in government or the business sector.

Intelligence Gathering: A New Obstacle For Constitutional Law, Joseph Brennan

Political Analysis

Intelligence gathering has always been a vital part of the United States’ success in its battles against foreign states and non-state actors. From spy networks during the Revolutionary War to tapping cell phones and using satellite imagery, advances in intelligence often lead to debates about the constitutionality and legality of these practices. Using several historical instances, laws, and committees, there is an argument to be made about the limitation on intelligence gathering and congressional oversight. This paper addresses these concerns, along with the general relationship between legislative intelligence gathering, the intelligence community, and Constitutional Law.

Introduction And Table Of Contents, Samuel Fox

Political Analysis

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(Trans)Forming The “Epidemic Of Violence”: Lgbtq+ Police Liaisons And Transgender Victimization, Autumn Sanford

Georgia Criminal Law Review

Over the past twenty years, police departments across the country have instated LGBTQ+ liaisons in response to overwhelming rates of violence against the transgender and gender non-conforming community. Despite the creation of this position, rates of transgender victimization remain the same, with transgender people still being 2.5 times more likely to experience violence than a cisgender person. At-lanta Police Department’s LGBTQ+ liaison has existed since 2004, however, in this time, nearly twenty brutal mur-ders of transgender and gender non-conforming individuals have been reported in Atlanta, with three high-profile kill-ings occurring in 2023 alone. Based on these findings, this Note argues …

A Lawless Judiciary: The Gilded Age And Today, Michael D. Cicchini

Georgia Criminal Law Review

The American journalist Ambrose Bierce, who wrote in the late 1800s, was a fierce critic of the judiciary. He lampooned judges for their defective reasoning, arbitrary decisions, and ignorance of the law; he criticized their practice of legislating from the bench and even exposed their outright corruption. Bierce’s work was highly entertaining—in a satirical, cynical way. Yet, as law professor J. Gordon Hylton explained, “beneath the humor and the bitterness of his work lay a sophisticated understanding of the shortcomings of the late nineteenth-century bench and bar.”

This Essay examines Bierce’s criticisms of the judiciary and asks this question: After …

Establishing Criminal Justice Safety Teams: Theoretical Foundations, Practical Implementation, And State Leadership, Boaz Sangero, Hagit Turjeman, Yosef Zohar

Georgia Criminal Law Review

In hazardous areas, the need for safety measures is self-evident and substantial efforts are dedicated to their implementation. In the criminal justice system, significant hazards exist, notably the wrongful conviction of innocent individuals, but the need for safety mechanisms has not been internalized. One explanation for this oversight is the mistaken belief that the criminal justice system is nearly error-free. Yet, research has consistently demonstrated that wrongful convictions are not uncommon, representing one of the most significant injustices a liberal state can impose on its citizens and residents. Therefore, it is the duty of the state to introduce robust safety …

Study Of ~-Topological Space By ~-Binary Relation In Cluster System, Mustafa Hasan Hadi, Luay Abd Al Haine Al Swidi

Iraqi Journal for Computer Science and Mathematics

In this paper, we introduced a new type of operators, which we called ~-operator by cluster system, and studied its properties without conditions and with certain conditions. Through our study of this operator, we defined a new topology, which we called ~-topological space, since it does not, in general, constitute a regular topological space. We also presented ~-interior points, ~-closure, ~-exterior points and reviewed some theories and examples about this concept.

Mesenchymal Stem Cells As Cornerstones Of Regenerative Medicine: Mechanisms, Applications, And Future Perspectives, Hasan M. Agha, Mohammed A. Abdalqader, Jantson Hoh, Yacoub Wassouf, Khudhur Abbas Ahmed Al-Saadawi, Amjad Abdulhadi Mohammed, Muneer Mohammed Saleh Alsayadi

AUIQ Complementary Biological System

Regenerative medicine is a multidisciplinary domain focused on restoring, repairing, or replacing damaged tissues and organs by harnessing the body’s inherent healing abilities with sophisticated biological and technical techniques. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have become fundamental among many stem cell types because to their self-renewal, multipotency, paracrine signaling, and immunomodulatory capabilities. Their therapeutic adaptability has been shown in orthopedic, cardiovascular, neurological, dermatological, and immune-mediated illnesses, underscoring their clinical significance. Nonetheless, obstacles like donor heterogeneity, senescence during in vitro growth, restricted engraftment, and regulatory impediments persist in limiting repeatability and broad clinical use. Recent advancements are enhancing the capabilities of MSCs …

Evaluating The Pros And Cons Of Common Dental Polymers In Dentistry: Review, Ali Kadhim Wadday, Sukaina Tuama Ghafel, Lina M. Shaker

AUIQ Complementary Biological System

Dental polymers play a central role in modern dentistry, offering versatility in applications ranging from removable dentures and prosthetic frameworks to implant abutments and bioactive scaffolds. Common materials like PMMA, PEEK, and nylon are valued for their formability, cost-effectiveness, and aesthetic properties, while emerging biopolymers including chitosan and alginate offer promising biocompatible alternatives. However, both conventional and bio-based polymers exhibit limitations in terms of chemical stability, mechanical wear, and microbial adhesion. Recent advancements in polymer science have expanded the material palette through innovative biopolymer formulations and advanced surface engineering techniques such as antimicrobial coatings and nanocomposites, introducing novel solutions for …

Acceptance Of Central Bank Digital Currency In Pakistan In A Modified Utaut2 Framework, Hassan Raza, Danish Siddiqui

Business Review

This study investigates the factors influencing consumer acceptance of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in Pakistan by extending the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT2) model. This study integrates Perceived Trust (T) as moderator and Shariah Compliance (SC) and Perceived Credibility (PC) as mediator to fit the model according to unique religious and socioeconomic context of Pakistan. After collecting data from 332 respondents were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The result of the study indicates that Use of CBDC is most affected by Performance Expectancy (PE), Effort Expectancy (EE) and Facilitating Conditions (FC). …

The Rhetorical Manifestation Of Circumstantial Particles In The Quranic Context An Analytical Study In Selected Aspects Of The Science Of Rhetoric, Abdulrahman Bin Hilal Abdulrahman Al-Harbi

UB Journal for Humanities

This study examines the rhetorical indications of the preposition (fī / “in”) in the Qur’anic discourse. Traditionally, scholars have limited its meanings to container circumstantiality, spatial circumstantiality, and temporal circumstantiality. However, evidence shows that the particle carries additional meanings, especially in the Qur’anic context—particularly when it governs an intransitive verb, or when it governs a verb that is usually connected with a different preposition. Such usages led to differences among scholars regarding its interpretation. Some linguists and jurists viewed these cases through the lens of implication (taḍmīn), where the verb assumes the meaning of another verb. Others considered them as …

Intercultural Communicative Competence In Saudi University Efl (2015-2025): A Scoping Review, Rehan Almegren

UB Journal for Humanities

This review synthesizes findings of empirical research on Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) from 2015 to 2025 in Saudi university EFL contexts. It included research that covered mixed-method, quantitative, qualitative, and investigations that use ICC frameworks, such as Byram’s model and Bennett’s DMIS which are international, to apply to local educational contexts. Findings show a gap between teachers’ theoretical support for integrating culture and how it is implemented in classrooms, compelled by curriculum demands, sensitivities around cultural content, and limited teacher training. Learners often struggle with pragmatics in aspects like politeness strategies and appropriate speech acts which highlights the necessity for …

The Cultural Context And The Act Of Writing In Constructing The Saudi Travel Narrative: Yahya Al- Mualimi’S Journey As A Model, Jazaa Bin Farhan Bin Minwir Alshammari

UB Journal for Humanities

This study explores the cultural context and creative writing in constructing the travel narrative in Saudi literature. The travel text is viewed as a creative form of writing that draws upon cultural, geographical, and intellectual backgrounds in its formation and structure. Owing to these foundations, the travel narrative exerts influence on its cultural framework and opens itself to other fields of knowledge in its textual construction. Such influence enables both the author and the reader to ensure its presence and continuity. Ultimately, travel literature belongs to the creative self in all its cultural contexts.The study adopts the text of the …

Pragmatic Competence Of Saudi Female Efl Learners: A Modality-Based Study Of Conversational Implicatures, Afnan Almegren

UB Journal for Humanities

The comprehension of conversational implicatures is a significant challenge for second language learners. Although some previous research has investigated this area, limited studies have compared how comprehension is influenced by the modality of input. This study seeks to determine the extent to which Saudi female BA-level EFL learners’ comprehension scores differ between reading and listening tests for each implicature subtype. It also examines how strongly individual learners’ subscale scores in the reading test predict their corresponding subscale scores in the listening test, and which implicature types display the greatest and least cross-modal consistency. A quantitative study was conducted with 60 …

Gis-Based Identification Of Suitable Sites For Rainwater Harvesting In Tabuk Basin, Saudi Arabia, Eman Khaled Albalawi

UB Journal for Humanities

Water scarcity in arid regions necessitates innovative water management strategies to ensure sustainable resource utilization. This study presents a comprehensive Geographic Information Systems (GIS)-based multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) framework for identifying optimal sites for rainwater harvesting (RWH) infrastructure in the Tabuk Basin, northwestern Saudi Arabia. The research employed the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) to evaluate seven critical environmental parameters: rainfall patterns (55 mm annual average), topographic slope, soil texture, land use/ land cover classification, drainage density, stream order, and proximity to infrastructure. Remote sensing data from Landsat 8 imagery, NASA Shuttle Radar Topographic Mission (SRTM) digital elevation models, and Climatic …

The Role Of Reason In Islamic Belief (Doctrinal Study), Maitha Awad Al-Shammari

UB Journal for Humanities

This study addresses the role of reason in Islamic creed (a doctrinal study). It comprises an introduction, three main sections, a conclusion, and a list of sources and references. In the introduction, the researcher discusses the significance of the study, its objectives, research problem, previous studies, methodology, and structure. The first section explores the concept of reason and its linguistic equivalents. The second section examines the types of reason and its varying degrees. The third section focuses on the role of reason within Islamic doctrine. The study emphasizes the importance of employing reason within the framework and limits set by …

How Can School Leadership Styles Influence Teacher Burnout And Academic Outcomes For Students, Courtney L. Williams

Graduate Teacher Education

Abstract

Teacher burnout continues to be a growing concern in education, impacting teachers' well-being and retention as well as students' overall academic outcomes and motivation. This capstone explores different themes relating to teacher burnout. The first theme is the causes and effects of teacher burnout and examines the various causes and implications of what is causing teachers to become burned out. Through scholarly research reviews, key insights have emerged showing that burnout is not only an individual teacher issue, but is shaped by organizational, teacher, and student-level factors. The second theme focuses on whether teacher burnout affects student academic outcomes …

Sosialisasi Tinggalan Arkeologi Masa Perang Dunia Ii, Bunker Desa Amoito Siama Kecamatan Ranomeeto Kabupaten Konawe Selatan, Salniwati Salniwati

Bhakti: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat

The aim of this community service is to give information of bunker as historical sites from World War II to the community around Amoito Siama Village, Ranomeeto District, South Konawe Regency through socialization. This activity managed to raising awareness and knowledge in the community about the importance of preserving and conserving historical sites in the village of Amoito Siama. This Community service used a socialization method through material presentations and interactive discussion with the community of Amoito Siama. The socialization material includes the history and important values of bunker as archaeological remains from World War II, together with Amoito Siama …

Changes To Utah State University's Open Access Fund, David Advent, Yassin Nacer

Library Faculty & Staff Presentations

Utah State University (USU) Libraries established an open access (OA) fund in 2012 with the goal of helping USU authors offset the costs of publishing OA articles. The fund proved to be enormously popular, and funds were expended quickly each year—most recently being exhausted in less than 72 hours. In recognition of this unsustainability, as well as concerns about the rapidly changing role of OA and copyright in scholarly publishing, USU Libraries initiated significant changes to the fund. This lightning talk will share how we identified and assessed challenges with the existing OA fund, the modifications we implemented, our plans …

Addressing Implementation Challenges In The Delivery Of An Epilepsy Self-Management Program In Community Settings, Martha Sajatovic, Jessica Black, Clara Adeniyi, Sakshi Priya, Nicole Fiorelli, Lesley Armah

Faculty Scholarship

Aims: This report describes implementation of the SMART epilepsy self-management (ESM) program in a community setting. Methods: SMART was implemented by 3 epilepsy-focused social services agencies. Pre/Post outcomes included past 30-day seizure frequency, the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), the 10-item Quality of Life in Epilepsy (QOLIE-10) and the 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale. Results: There have been 8 nurses (mean age 63.6, SD 9.1) and 14 peer educators trained (mean age 44.3, SD 15.8, having epilepsy a mean of 18.2, SD 11.1 years). Mean number of SMART sessions attended (out of a maximum of 8) was 5.7, SD …

Eksplorasi Seni Dalam Mengasah Pemikiran Kritis Di Pojok Baca Parudongka, Abellia Anggi Wardani

Bhakti: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat

The transmigration program in Parudongka Village, which began in 2016, has brought forth a young generation facing limited infrastructure, including restricted access to learning resources. This condition underlies the establishment of Pojok Baca Parudongka as an art-based literacy space. The purpose of this study is to encourage critical thinking, foster the courage to ask questions, and enhance reading interest through interactive literacy activities. The research employs Freire’s (1968) cultural action theory framework, which emphasizes dialogue, praxis, and critical consciousness as means to achieve educational liberation. In addition, it adopts Conde’s (2021) art-based approach focusing on narrative inquiry, visual storytelling, and …

An Empirical Exploration Of Attitudes, Practices, And Needs Regarding Trauma-Informed Education Among Nursing Faculty, Christian Paige Owen, Barbara E. Hekel

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Pandemic-related stressors have increased traumatic stress among students and faculty. Trauma-informed education (TIE) can help prevent re-traumatization and promote a healthy academic environment. The initial findings and ongoing work at one institution to assess nursing faculty knowledge, attitudes, practices, and needs regarding TIE implementation will be reported.

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Emergency Department Nurses And Their Experiences Of Healthy Eating: A Qualitative Study, Emily M. Holland, Elizabeth B. Dowdell

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

This project explores the self-reported eating habits of emergency department (ED) nurses and identifies barriers blocking them from eating nutritious foods during shifts. ED nurses shared why they often chose unhealthy snack options, underate, and overate when on the job and at home.

Finding The Time For Self-Care, Jacqueline Williams, Sarah Ball, Elizabeth Flott, Joely Goodman, Christine Young

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Learn about interventions implemented during an education program intended to enhance the students ability to handle the intense work environment in their future healthcare career. Discuss future course implications with educators overcoming nursing students conceived notion of time constraints between a rigorous curriculum and need to implement self-care strategies.

The Impact Of Shared Governance On Hope, Resilience, And Empowerment, Alison Partridge, Marcey Jorgenson, Emily Johnson

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between hope, resilience, and empowerment in registered nurses in clinical practice. Initial results show a difference in hope, resilience and empowerment in nurses who participate in shared governance activities compared to those who do not.

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Developing And Evidence-And-Ethic Informed Intervention For Moral Distress, Sadie Deschenes, Shannon D. Scott, Diane Kunyk

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

In this presentation, we will describe the multi-phase approach we took to develop an evidence-and-ethic informed moral distress intervention for paediatric critical care nurses. Our proposed intervention offers a novel approach to address moral distress and has the potential to better support pediatric critical care nurses experiencing the phenomenon.

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Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning For Environmental Health Study., Miao Yu, Mingliang Fang, Zhenyu Tian, Bin Wang, Douglas Walker

Faculty Research 2025

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Caring For Caregivers With Equine Assisted Services, Laura A. Espinosa, Pinky Shani

Creating Healthy Work Environments (CHWE)

Research on equine assisted therapy has shown it to be an effective treatment for anxiety and stress related symptoms; however, research on nurses is limited. The purpose of the study is to explore the effect of equine assisted therapy on post-traumatic stress disorder among healthcare professionals at Houston Methodist West.

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