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Isekai: Discovering Factors That Contributed To Its Success And Diving Into The Mentality Of Contemporary Japanese Citizens, Anh Duc Nguyen

CAFE Symposium 2025

Isekai, an anime and manga genre where characters are transported to another world, has become popular in recent years. This paper examines the factors contributing to this phenomenon, exploring how isekai works resonate with contemporary Japanese citizens. It argues that the genre's appeal lies in its ability to offer escapism from societal pressures, particularly those stemming from economic hardship and a lack of perceived agency. By analyzing important and known isekai works, including Tensei shitara Slime Datta Ken, this paper demonstrates how the genre fulfills a desire of the Japanese for fulfillment and sense of agency. Furthermore, it explores …

A Recycling Case Study: Gettysburg College, Luke Francek

CAFE Symposium 2025

My project addresses the issue of non-recyclable Van Doren reed cases at Gettysburg College and proposes a community-based solution to mitigate waste. It outlines the environmental impact of improperly handled reed cases, presents research on reed usage and material recyclability, and proposes two initiatives: an education campaign and a dedicated collection receptacle for proper disposal. The proposal emphasizes collaboration with faculty, localized recycling efforts, and the potential for broader replication in other communities.

Cultivating Millennial Engagement And Spiritual Formation In The Black Church For Leadership Development, Rufus Chambers Iii

Doctor of Ministry

The Black church has historically served as a cornerstone of African American life, transcending its role as a place of worship to become a multifaceted institution deeply embedded in the community’s cultural, social, and political fabric. However, the Black church has been unable to connect with teens, young adults, and young families due to its proclivity towards Black Baptist approaches towards worship, ministry, and community engagement. The rationale for conducting this study is to increase the number of millennial church leaders fully vested in the solvency of the Black church and positions of succession. Across the published literature, Black churches …

Mapping Ideology, Nonprofit Leadership, And Organizational Change, Christopher S. Collins, Regan Harwell Schaffer

Journal of Ideology

This article underscores the distinction between management and change, with change being a primary task of nonprofit leaders. It delves into the literature, both research and theory, on organizational change and its implications for leading a nonprofit organization. The implications discussed include how ideology can either inhibit or foster change. By highlighting the pivotal role of nonprofit leaders in promoting change, we aim to draw meaningful connections between self-awareness, ideology, and organizational action.

The Hbcu Experience Why I Chose My Hbcu And How It Helped Me Prepare For My Career, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy, Angela Richardson

Educational Panels

Panel/Event Coordinator: Angela Richardson

Moderated by: Dr. Anita White

Panelists:

• Justin Alfred : Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge. Civil Engineering / Computer science. Lockheed Martin.
• Joseph Bertrand ‘20 : Alumni : North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Associate Engineer at Caterpillar Inc.
• Darryl Burrell Jr. : Alumni :Morgan State University . Project manager at city of Pearland, Texas engineering and Public Works.
• Dr. Garry J. Kennebrew Jr. ‘04 : Alumni :Morehouse College. Alumni Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine . Emergency medicine physician.
• Jai.da Lewis ‘15 : Alumni :Texas Southern University Chemistry. Owner, Poised Lips by …

Kevin Marsh V. Attorney General United States Of America

2025 Decisions

Agency

How Do Literary And Cinematic Monsters Reveal The Fear Of The Instability Or Distortion Of Human Identity?, Arya Kc

CAFE Symposium 2025

Throughout history, monsters have both disturbed and captivated humanity. Initially defined by their grotesque physical forms, monsters have evolved to symbolize deeper psychological fears, often reflecting the instability or distortion of human identity. This project examines the shifting portrayal of monstrosity in literature and film, focusing on works like Frankenstein, Dracula, and Alien. By blurring the line between human and monstrous, these stories reveal the fragility of human identity and expose our profound fears of psychological and existential instability, challenging us to confront what it truly means to be human.

Common Threads In Monsters Across Time And Space, Jade Gladue

CAFE Symposium 2025

Fear is an undeniable human emotion, and monsters have always been a way for human societies to grapple with and explain our fears. In this project, common aspects and groupings of monsters across different indigenous cultures and folklores are discussed and dissected to determine inherent human reactions to fear. The project identifies and analyzes types of monsters and what the hidden meaning behind the existence and endurance of these creatures might be.

Fostering Inclusivity Through Community Arts Programs, Courtney Mayberry

CAFE Symposium 2025

The utilization of community arts projects to build diverse and prosperous communities is vital in fostering inclusion rather than isolation within participating communities. Community arts projects can be built to offer individuals a means to connect with their community through self-expression and the celebration of their individuality. This is especially important in giving marginalized groups a voice, such as people with disabilities.

The College Voice, Vol. 62, No. 6 [February 12, 2025], Connecticut College

2024-2025

No abstract provided.

Let’S Save More Lives: A Call For A National Good Samaritan Law, Molly Mcguinness

Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights and Social Justice (ERSJ) Blog

The United States is facing a fentanyl epidemic.  Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is fifty times stronger than heroin and one hundred times stronger than morphine.  While fentanyl is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for pain relief and anesthetic used in controlled medical settings, most overdoses come from illegally manufactured fentanyl.  Drug dealers lace fentanyl into fake prescription pills and other illegal drugs.  Since fentanyl is a synthetic drug, it is cheaper to produce than other opioids that are grown from plants, and it therefore is more profitable for drug cartels to sell.  A lethal amount …

Evaluation Of Platelet Rich Fibrin With Biodentine In Direct Pulp Therapy Of Permanent Teeth - An In-Vivo Study, Rhea M Dr, Shruthi Nagaraja Dr

Annual Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Concnetrated Growth Factor On The Rate Of Orthodontic Tooth Movement In Patients Undergoing Fixed Orthodontic Therapy: An In-Vivo Study, Bhavana Balamurugan, Saravanakumar S, Prema Anbarasu, Dharani S

Annual Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

Rallying For Equality: The Match To End Gendered Sports Uniforms, Katie Rubin

Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights and Social Justice (ERSJ) Blog

Women’s sports have taken off in recent years, and the thriving market for women’s sports apparel is proof.  More people are watching, investing, sharing on social media, and participating than ever before.  Athletes like Serena Williams and Caitlin Clarke have proven that women’s sports can thrive on a global stage alongside their male counterparts.  As visibility grows, women athletes are becoming bigger stars, opening the door to greater sponsorship opportunities and better access to top-tier performance gear.  It is a win-win: athletes get the high-quality apparel they need to perform at their best, while consumers enjoy more inclusive and diverse …

2025 February 12 - Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes, Undergraduate Curriculum Council, East Tennessee State University

Undergraduate Curriculum Council Minutes

No abstract provided.

Real Eastern Kentucky Audio Recordings, 1969, Wmky Radio

University Archives Finding Aids

No abstract provided.

2025-02-12 Executive Board Meeting Minutes, Morehead State University. Student Government Association.

Student Government Association Records

Meeting minutes of the Student Government Association Executive Board from February 12, 2025.

Evolution Of Teachers’ Perspectives On Family Engagement: Building Dual Capacity For Multilingual Learners, Lindsey W. Rowe, Hazel Vega, Emily Howell, Katie M. Crook, C C. Bates, Kavita Mittapelli, Amlam Banerjee

Publications

Family engagement in multilingual learner education offers benefits associated with improved academic performance, stronger parent-teacher communication, and more inclusivity of cultural and linguistic diversity. Responding to calls for professional development that enables teachers to meaningfully involve families, this paper draws from surveys and course assignments to examine how teachers expanded their perceptions about the incorporation of multilingual learner families in a graduate program. We conclude by discussing implications for teacher professional development with specific attention to how teachers can integrate multilingual learner families.

Unh’S Men’S Hockey Battles The No. 1 Ranked Boston College, Melissa Gold

Digital Edition

No abstract provided.

Documents From The February 12th, 2025 Meeting Of The University Of Montana Staff Senate, University Of Montana--Missoula. Staff Senate

University of Montana Staff Senate Meeting Minutes

Agenda and meeting minutes from the February 12th, 2025 meeting of the University of Montana Staff Senate.

The following resolution was discussed and passed:

"SB05-24_25 Resolution Encouraging University of Montana Administration" by Ashley Smith and Ryan Akin

A vote for new Vice President took place due to VP Ashley Smith leaving the University.

Page By Page: Motivating Students To Embrace The Desirable Difficulties Of Reading, Elizabeth Barre

Events

In a world where AI tools can generate summaries in written, video, and audio formats, providing quick alternatives to engaging with original texts, students are less and less likely to see the value of time-consuming reading assignments. This workshop explores the implications of these trends for teaching and learning. Together, we will reflect on the value of slow, deep reading for cognitive development, examine how technology has made reading more challenging for all of us, and discuss what educators might do to motivate students to embrace these challenges as desirable difficulties. Faculty will leave with tools to connect reading to …

Getting “Out In The Woods” With Students: Intergenerational Work Centering Learners As Creators Of Sustainable Futures, Kate Southerton-Castillo, Emily Southerton

Sustainability Research & Practice Seminar Presentations

Kate Southerton-Castillo, student, M.S. in TESC, and Emily Southerton, Ph.D. Learning Sciences present on "Getting “Out in the Woods” with Students: Intergenerational Work Centering Learners as Creators of Sustainable Futures".

February 12, 2025 Blazer Weekly, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

Blazer Weekly (student newsletter)

No abstract provided.

Four Nations Hockey, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

The Four Nations Hockey Tournament begins today. The National Hockey League and two television networks are touting this as a matchup as the best-on-best of Hockey. Of course, it is not. It is the best hockey players in the National Hockey League from four countries. The four are Canada, Sweden, Finland, and The United States.

The Lumberjack, February 12, 2025

Cal Poly Humboldt's Student Newspaper

The student newspaper of Humboldt State University.

Novel Biomarkers Of Fetal And Neonatal Environmental Exposure, Effect And Susceptibility, Cynthia F. Bearer

Faculty Scholarship

Abstract: Rapid advancements in science and technology have allowed medical providers to treat wider ranges of diseases with safer and more effective therapies than ever before. One of the areas of health that has been consistently understudied, however, is one that affects us all: environmental health or the effects that the chemicals we are exposed to every day have on our acute and chronic health. This effect can be exacerbated during and shortly after pregnancy, as an individual exposure is often shared by both the mother and the fetus/neonate. The diagnosis and monitoring of chemical exposure can be quite challenging, …

Associate Judge Caitlin J. Halligan Named Keynote Speaker At Cardozo’S 47th Commencement, Benjamin N. Cardozo School Of Law

Cardozo Law News Archive

The Hon. Caitlin J. Halligan, associate judge of the Court of Appeals, will deliver the commencement address for Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law's 47th graduation ceremony at Lincoln Center on June 4.

Incarcerated Individuals' Lives Do Not Matter: A Fourteenth Amendment Procedural Due Process Problem, Marshall Farber

Et Cetera

This Note examines the Seventh Circuit’s decision in Love v. Vanihel, in which Tony Love lost 5,700 days of good-time credit following the Indiana Department of Corrections’ issuance of Executive Directive #17-09 (“ED 17-09”). Prior to this directive, the state’s disciplinary code capped good-time credit loss at one year per offense, but ED 17-09 imposed significantly harsher sanctions, stripping Love of over 15 years of accrued credit after a single disciplinary infraction. The Seventh Circuit affirmed the district court’s decision, holding that Love had procedurally defaulted and forfeited his due process claims. This Note argues that the Seventh Circuit’s …

Lindenwood Digest, February 12, 2025, Lindenwood University

Lindenwood Digest

The Lindenwood Digest has been a digital employee newsletter since 2009.

Usa V. Mehdi Nikparvar-Fard

2025 Decisions

USDC for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania