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The Student Movement Volume 110 Issue 4: Remembering Those We Have Lost, Megan Constantine, Esther Martin, Andrew Francis, Madison Vath, Lia Glass, Isa Demoraes, Nicholas Gunn, Aiko J. Ayala Rios, Joey Carrion, Brennan Jarnes, Caleb Chung, Nicoleta Cojan, Alyssa Caruthers, Melissa Moore, Nathaniel Reid

The Student Movement V. 110 (2025-2026)

HUMANS

From Student to Staff: Jeana Wallin Reimagines Alumni Connections at Andrews, Megan Constantine

Balancing Act: Freshman Laura Valenzi's Thoughts on College Life, Esther Martin

AU Remembers Micah Harris, Andrew Francis

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Arts, Crafts, and...Dish Towels?, Madison Vath

The Lost Art of Episodic Television, Lia Glass

NEWS

Alabanzas: Celebrating Faith and Culture, Isa DeMoraes

AU Student Dies in Tragic Lake Drowning, Andrew Francis

Andrews University Pre-Law Students Volunteer at Expungement Fair, Nicholas Gunn

Andrews Mourns Former Seminarian Takura Carlos Rukuni, Aiko J. Ayala Rios

IDEAS

Why the House of Representatives is Capped at 435 Members, Joey Carrion

AI-ko …

2025 October 10 - State Of The University Address, Office Of The President, East Tennessee State University

Office of the President Speeches

No abstract provided.

The Impacts Of Chronic Infections On Shaping Cellular Senescence, Ashley Johnson, Troy Rought, Jacob Aronov, Princess Pokharel, Angelina Chiu, Azadeh Nasuhidehnavi

Pharmacy Faculty Scholarship

Cellular senescence is a fundamental biological process characterized by stable cell cycle arrest, genomic instability, and the acquisition of a proinflammatory secretory phenotype. While senescence is traditionally associated with aging, growing evidence reveals that chronic infections such as viral, bacterial, and protozoan parasites can serve as powerful inducers of senescence, contributing to premature aging and long-term tissue damage. This review explores the diverse mechanisms by which persistent pathogens trigger or sustain senescence in host cells. We highlight how these chronic infections manipulate host DNA repair, mitochondrial dynamics, telomere maintenance, oxidative stress, and immune function to promote senescence and immunosenescence. Emerging …

The Potential Of National Parks And Protected Areas In The Anthropocene: Emerging Incubators Of Environmental Justice And Co-Stewardship Conservation, Yolonda Youngs

Geography and Environmental Studies Faculty Publications

National parks are often praised as natural labs for physical science researchers and scholars. They are also cultural labs where ideas about public lands management, use, and access are reformulated and revised. In the Anthropocene, these sites hold special relevance. Within this context, parks can serve as active and evolving incubators of social and climate resilience guided by just conservation initiatives. Yet few studies have explored the new models of collaboration and partnerships between the U.S. National Park Service and Tribal Nations that seek to create co-stewardship conservation. This article addresses that gap with a qualitative and historical case study …

Volume Cxlv, Number 3, October 10, 2025, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Renewable Energy Consumption, Economic Growth, And Energy Use On Co₂ Emissions In Indonesia: An Ardl Analysis, Raihan Ahmad Mustofa, Mariam Kamila, Rininta Nurrachmi, Syifa Shafnastiara

Jurnal Kebijakan Ekonomi

Abstract This study examines the dynamic relationship between renewable energy consumption, total energy use, economic growth, and CO₂ emissions in Indonesia over the period 1990–2021 using an ARDL approach. The results show a stable long-run relationship with quick adjustment after shocks. In the long run, energy consumption is associated with higher CO₂ emissions, reflecting the continued dominance of fossil fuels. Renewable energy helps reduce emissions in the short term, but its long-term impact remains statistically insignificant. GDP does not show a significant effect, suggesting that meaningful decarbonization will require a more intensive shift in the energy mix.

Keywords: ARDL, renewable …

“Literally Made Me Cry”: The Results Of The Student Course Materials Cost Survey, Stephen Krueger, Brandon Bradley

Library Presentations

In 2024, over 300 UK students took a survey on how the cost of textbooks and other course materials impacted their academic experiences. The presenters will share highlights from the results and resources for finding solutions.

Experiences And Motivations Of Community Volunteers Engaging With A Longitudinal Experiential Interprofessional Education Program, Kathryn Nunes, Nethra S. Ankam, Anne B. Mitchell, Brooke Salzman, Shreyas Chandragiri, Eleanor Matthews, Richard W. Hass, Maria Brucato

Department of Medicine Faculty Papers

This mixed-methods study investigated the motivations and experiences of Health Mentors (HMs), community volunteers with chronic health conditions who participated in the Health Mentors Program at Thomas Jefferson University (HMP). During the 18-month three-module program, HMs work with interprofessional teams of healthcare students as they learn about teaming principles and experiences of patients living with chronic conditions. 73 HMs whose time volunteering for HMP ranged from 1 to 15 years completed a survey following module 2 in the Spring of 2020. The survey consisted of quantitative and qualitative questions regarding why they participate, their experiences with the program, and its …

The Relationship Between Telehealth And In-Person Visits And Patient Experience In Connecticut In 2021–2022, Lisa M. Roth

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

As the healthcare landscape continues to shift, so does the delivery of healthcare services. Health systems now offer in-person and telehealth visits to meet the consumer’s needs. Healthcare stakeholders have been tasked with improving the quality of care and the patient’s experience during their healthcare visits. The purpose of this retrospective quantitative study was to explore the relationship between telehealth and in-person visits and patient experiences. The theoretical framework used in this study was the Donabedian model. For the purpose of this study, the structure was the hospital setting for in-person visits and use of a computer or a device …

Dissecting Regulatory Non-Coding Gwas Loci Reveals Fibroblast Causal Genes With Pathophysiological Relevance To Heart Failure, Richard Gill, Junedh M Amrute, Kory J Lavine, Et Al.

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Heart failure is caused in part by cardiac remodeling processes that include the death of cardiac myocytes and their replacement by cardiac fibroblasts. Here, we hypothesize that cardiac fibroblasts may harbor epigenetic contexts in which heart disease-associated non-coding SNPs perturb gene expression relevant to disease. To test this, we utilized male primary cardiac fibroblasts to generate high-resolution Hi-C data and integrate it with functional genomic information to annotate and link putative distal regulatory elements in heart disease-associated loci to gene promoters. We identify several target genes with established roles in cardiac fibrosis and/or heart disease (GJA1, TBC1D32, CXCL12, IL6R, and …

Professor Earns National Fellowship For Leadership In Physics, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – In 1987, Breese Quinn was among 50 high school students who spent two weeks learning about advanced physics at the Department of Energy's Fermilab. There he heard Nobel Prize-winning scientists discuss how their work helps shape our understanding of the world.

College For All And The Postsecondary Experiences Of Rural First-Generation College Students: Patterns Of Alignment With A Predominant Master Narrative, Andrew D. Coppens, Sarah Jusseaume, Jayson O. Seaman, Cindy L. Hartman, Erin H. Sharp

Faculty Publications

The aim of this study was to understand the experiences of rural, first-generation college (RFGC) students in relation to dominant culturally normative expectations about postsecondary educational and workforce trajectories. The study adopted patterns of engagement with a master narrative as both a conceptual framework and unit of analysis, examining both biography and cultural ecologies as well as highlighting agency in the lives and choices of study participants. Evidence is drawn from 4 in-depth narrative interviews with each of 14 RFGC students, conducted both at school and students’ homes, from rural and small-town communities. Results show that a master narrative of …

Writing Workshop Journal: A Student-Centered Guide For College Composition, Tanya Zhelezcheva

Open Educational Resources

This comprehensive OER workbook supports ENGL 101 (Composition) students through a structured journal-based writing system. The resource combines Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles with post-process pedagogy to offer diverse pathways for student learning and writing development.

The workbook features:

- 4-component journal entry structure (exercises, reflection, next steps)

- 40+ writing exercises across four categories (Foundation Skills, Reading Logs, Drafting, Growth Mindset)

- Extensive planning and organizational tools (weekly/monthly calendars, goal-setting frameworks)

- Metacognitive reflection exercises that build writing awareness - Backward planning and time management strategies

- Evidence-based approaches to developing thesis statements, integrating sources, and crafting arguments …

Embung Desa Dan Adaptasi Perubahan Iklim: Analisis Empiris Perlindungan Lahan Pertanian Indonesia Dari Ancaman Kekeringan, Danan Perri Sandria, Asri Yuliani

Jurnal Kebijakan Ekonomi

This study analyzes the contribution of village ponds to mitigating agricultural land damage caused by drought in Indonesia. Using quantitative methods with linear regression models on data from 78.291 villages, the research tests the effectiveness of micro-water infrastructure as a disaster mitigation instrument. Findings indicate that village ponds significantly reduce the area of crop failure, although their effectiveness declines during extreme droughts due to limited storage capacity. Policy implications emphasize transforming physical pond construction into adaptive management through integrated closed distribution technology and strengthened local institutions to ensure farmers' economic resilience against global climate anomalies.

Evaluation Of An In Situ Forming Composite Hydrogel Based On Gelatin–Sodium Alginate– Polyethylene Oxide For Biomedical Applications: Effect Of Incorporated Sophora Japonica On Hydrogel Performance, Samar A. Salim

Nanotechnology Research Centre

Hydrogels are ideal candidates for biomedical applications such as wound healing, tissue engineering, and bone regeneration due to their porosity and similarity to the extracellular matrix of humans. A gelatin/ sodium alginate (SA) hydrogel with the inclusion of polyethylene oxide (PEO) was utilized to achieve enhanced mechanical strength. Hydrogels were prepared at different ratios of polymer solutions to select the hydrogel that exhibited an optimal gelation time. Sophora japonica, a plant leaf extract (SJLE) rich in flavonoids and isoflavonoids, was added to the hydrogel to enhance tissue repair. The developed hydrogels were extensively characterized for their morphology, porosity, and swelling …

Religious, Spiritual, And Cultural Influences Of Dysphagia In The Usa, Emily J. Helder, Elizabeth Oommen, Natalie Bekmetjev, Abigail Mosher, Laura Schipper, Stacia Hoeksema, Katie Georges, Maddie Willemstein, Anna Bierma, Emily Cameron

University Faculty Publications and Creative Works

Dysphagia, difficulty with swallowing, affects approximately 16% of US adults and can result from conditions such as stroke, neurodegenerative conditions, and cancer. Despite growing emphasis on the intersection of religion/spirituality (R/S) and health, little research has examined these connections in dysphagia. This qualitative study explored the impact of dysphagia on engagement in R/S rituals and communities and access to cultural food traditions. It also examined ways that R/S beliefs shaped coping practices in persons with dysphagia and their caregivers. Data were gathered through focus group sessions as a part of an interprofessional support group. Participants’ dysphagia symptoms were caused by …

Discriminative Accuracy Of Cha2ds2-Vasc Score, And Development Of Predictive Accuracy Model Using Machine Learning For Ischemic Stroke Risk In Cardiac Amyloidosis And Atrial Fibrillation, Waqas Ullah, Abhinav Nair, Eric Warner, Salman Zahid, Mansoor Rahman, Palwasha Khan, Indranee Rajapreyar, Sridhara S. Yaddanapudi, M. Chadi Alraies, Said Ashraf, Jeffery Van Hook, Yegeny Brailovsky

Department of Medicine Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: CHA2DS2-VASc score in cardiac amyloidosis (CA) with atrial fibrillation (AF) is believed to underestimate ischemic stroke risk, necessitating a better predictive model.

METHODS: Data were obtained from the National Readmission Database (NRD). Outcomes between CA-AF and no-CA-AF were compared using multivariate regression analysis to calculate adjusted odds ratios (aORs). AutoScore, an interpretable machine learning framework, was used to develop a stroke risk prediction model, and its predictive accuracy was evaluated with an area under the curve (AUC) using the receiver operating characteristic analysis.

RESULTS: A total of 11,860,804 (CA-AF 22,687 (0.19%) and no-CA-AF 11,838,117) patients were identified from 2015 …

A Discussion Of Community: An Ethnography Of Designing Asynchronous Video Discussions To Reveal Student Perceptions Of Digital Presence In Online Learning, Chad S. Garcia

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

This mixed-methods digital ethnography investigates how video-based discussions (VBD) influence community building in asynchronous graduate education. Using the Community of Inquiry (COI) framework, this study looks at student experiences in a History of Higher Education class where traditional text-based discussions were replaced with video presentations and peer responses. The research explores how video discussions affect students' sense of presence, how video presence impacts engagement patterns, and which multimedia elements contribute to community development.

Data collection included semi-structured interviews with students and instructors, LMS analytics, video content analysis, and ethnographic observation throughout Spring 2024. Analysis revealed a notable disconnect between traditional …

Recipient Of The 2025 Alumni Trailblazer Award, Katlyn J. Gao ’97

Alumni Trailblazer Award

Katlyn Gao is the Co-Founder and CEO of League One Volleyball (LOVB), the largest youth volleyball brand in the U.S. and home to a new professional league led by Olympic medalists from Team USA. Under her leadership, LOVB is redefining the sport across youth, college, and professional levels—expanding opportunities for women and pioneering one of the most innovative models in professional athletics. She brings deep consumer brand and strategy expertise from leadership roles at Lululemon, Sephora, and Coach, as well as Bain and Harvard Business School. Recognized as a trailblazer in modern sports leagues, Katlyn has attracted support from investors …

Educational Experiences Of Traditional And Online Learning Graduate Students, Beverly Crawford Williams

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore how graduate-level human services students who have attended both traditional and online courses describe their educational experiences, particularly in terms of engagement, knowledge application, and peer connections. Semistructured interviews were conducted among 12 graduate-level, human services students who had experience in both learning environments. Social learning theory was the theoretical foundation used in the study. Thematic analysis, revealed four major themes describing distinct learning experiences across modalities. First, online and traditional learning involve different forms of engagement. Second, relational engagement in academic environments is important. Third, constraints on engagement across learning …

Recipient Of The 2025 Alumni Titan Award, Dion Steele ’89

Alumni Titan Award

Dion Steele 95'

Dion Steele, a charter alumnus of IMSA, is a visionary leader with a proven record in education, youth development, and community impact. He has served as Principal at Art in Motion Creative Arts School and Urban Prep Academies, and as Director of External Partnerships at the University of Chicago Charter Schools, where he empowered students and teams through culturally responsive leadership. With expertise in education, social justice, and organizational strategy, Dion has driven transformative initiatives that champion innovation, inclusion, and student success. Respected for his authenticity, strategic insight, and commitment to equity, he embodies the qualities of …

Recipient Of The 2025 Alumni Distinguished Leadership Award, Captain Brent Spillner 95'

Alumni Distinguished Leadership Award

Captain Brent Spillner ‘95

A native of Cary, Illinois, Capt. Spillner commissioned in 1999 through the University of Illinois’ naval ROTC program, earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science. At sea, he served aboard USS OHIO (SSBN 726), USS LOUISVILLE (SSN 724), USS HAMPTON (SSN 767), and USS ALBUQUERQUE (SSN 706), completing multiple Western Pacific deployments. He commanded USS SPRINGFIELD (SSN 761) from 2016 to 2019, overseeing an engineered overhaul, recertification, and Pacific transition, and USS GREENEVILLE (SSN 772) in 2020, completing a fourth Western Pacific and U.S. Central Command deployment. From 2023 to 2024, he commanded USS EMORY …

Recipient Of The 2025 Alumni Distinguished Leadership Award, Dr. Michael Ombrello

Alumni Distinguished Leadership Award

Dr. Michael Ombrello is an internationally recognized physician-scientist and Principal Investigator at the NIH’s National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, where he leads the Translational Genetics and Genomics Section. A global pioneer in Still’s disease genomics, he founded the INCHARGE Consortium and launched the first genomic studies of the disease. His team identified the first disease-causing PLCG2 mutations in humans, leading to the discovery of PLAID—an immune disorder featured in The New England Journal of Medicine and The New Yorker. His research has reshaped understanding of rare inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, with findings published in journals such …

Rape Myth Acceptance, Pretrial Publicity, And Decision-Making: An Examination Of Perceptions Of Victim Credibility And Perpetrator Guilt In A Real-World Sexual Assault Case, Lindsey Strouse

Student Theses

This study explores how the media narratives and political perspective of pretrial publicity (PTP) can influence jurors’ perceptions in sexual assault cases, raising significant concerns about justice in courtrooms. Specifically, it examines whether media framing of a real-life sexual assault case — through varying media narratives, with media that either challenges or endorses rape myths, and media source (liberal vs. conservative) — affects mock jurors’ rape myth acceptance (RMA), views of victim credibility, and judgements of perpetrator guilt. Participants first completed a RMA scale, then read mock news articles varying in media narrative and political affiliations (media source), followed by …

Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit (Bpsou) 2025 Monthly Progress Report. Consent Decree For The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit. Civil Action No. Cv 89-039-Bu-Seh, Josh Bryson

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Study On Stage Characteristics And Multi-Factor Optimization Regulation Of Performance Of Ice Thawing Agent In Low Temperature Environment, Junming Mo, Ke Wu, Lei Qu, Wenbin Wei, Jinfu Zhu

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

De-icing agents play a crucial role in winter road maintenance, yet their excessive application can result in pavement deterioration and environmental issues. Existing dosage guidelines lack comprehensive data on the dynamic response of de-icing agents under low-temperature conditions, particularly regarding stage-specific characteristics and multi-factor interactions. This research systematically evaluated the effectiveness of four de-icing agents (NaCl, CaCl2, MgCl2, CH3COOK) within a temperature range of −5 °C to −25 °C, elucidating the two-phase ice-melting process (solid-phase followed by salt solution de-icing) with distinct kinetic mechanisms—a previously underexplored temporal pattern. The study quantified the differential impacts of particle size (small-particle CaCl2 exhibiting …

Board Of Trustees Agenda, Oct. 10 2025, Indiana State University Board Of Trustees

Board of Trustees

No abstract provided.

Factors Influencing Plant Community Structure And Composition Of Restored Tamaulipan Thornscrub Forests, Jerald T. Garrett, Audrey J. Hicks, Christopher A. Gabler

School of Earth, Environmental, & Marine Sciences Faculty Publications

The Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) of Texas is a biodiversity hotspot due to its high alpha, beta, and gamma diversity and high regional endemism, which are at high risk of degradation. The region has lost 95% of its native thornforest habitat primarily due to agricultural and urban expansion. This study aims to evaluate the current vegetative structure and composition of restored thornforest sites located in the LRGV to identify restoration methods and site characteristics that affect forest restoration outcomes. Twelve restored thornforest sites were selected for this study that varied in time since restoration, patch size, degree of isolation, …

Engaging Each Other: Harnessing The Power Of A Multigenerational Workforce In Academic Libraries, Kay Coates, Rachel~Anne Spencer

University Libraries: Faculty Presentations

This presentation focuses on employee engagement and the multigenerational workforce in academic libraries. In this session, the professional values and strengths of Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z will be discussed by examining how these generations can collaborate and support each other given their different skill sets, attitudes, and lived experiences. Through the application of Kahn’s Theory of Employee Engagement and the Appreciative Inquiry approach, the focus will be on the dynamic interplay of the generations’ engagement and interaction in the workforce. The goal being to foster productive harmony that leverages the unique contributions of each generation.

Ucc Minutes Oct 10, 2025, Undergraduate Curriculum Council

Undergraduate Currirculum Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.