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The Working Student Problem: Why Unpaid Interns In The Kentucky Equine Industry Need Greater Statutory Protection, Sarah Turri

Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, & Natural Resources Law

In this note, Sarah Turri explores how working students in Kentucky’s equine industry are treated like unpaid interns, working long hours for little or no pay. She explains that this leaves them without minimum wage or civil rights protections and worsens inequality in the equestrian sport. Turri argues for extending statutory protections to working students and proposes that Kentucky follow other states in safeguarding these vulnerable workers.

The Impact Of Veterinary Stewardship Program Implementations On Backyard Chicken Farming In Rural Georgia, Lauren Ashley Herrin

Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, & Natural Resources Law

In this article, Lauren Ashley Herrin examines the impacts of new FDA veterinary stewardship regulations on backyard chicken farming in rural Georgia. She explains that requiring prescriptions for previously over-the-counter antibiotics disproportionately harms low-income and rural communities by limiting access to affordable veterinary care, worsening risks of disease spread and public health threats. Herrin argues for policy approaches that balance antimicrobial resistance concerns with the realities of rural accessibility. She proposes solutions such as telehealth veterinary consultations, scholarship programs to encourage rural veterinary practice, and expanding prescriptive authority for veterinary technicians to ensure sustainable animal health care in underserved areas

When Breathing Becomes Wheezing: Why Kentucky Should Require Schools To Conduct Radon Testing, Abbey Norvell

Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, & Natural Resources Law

In this note, Abbey Norvell analyzes the dangers of radon exposure in Kentucky schools, highlighting the state’s nation-leading lung cancer rates and the heightened risks for children. She explains that Kentucky has no law requiring schools to test for or mitigate radon levels, leaving students vulnerable. Norvell argues for mandatory radon testing and remediation in Kentucky schools. She proposes legislation modeled on other states requiring testing in both public and private schools within five years, and remediation within two years if levels exceed EPA standards.

Pesticide Lies! A Call For Epa Action As Recent Judicial Decisions Reveal The Harmful Truth Resulting From Exposure, Stevi Whitman

Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, & Natural Resources Law

In this note, Stevi Whitman analyzes the dangers of weak pesticide regulation in the United States. Whitman explains that the EPA’s reliance on the vague “unreasonable adverse effects” standard under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) allows harmful products like Roundup to remain on the market despite strong evidence of health risks. Whitman argues for strengthening U.S. pesticide laws to match the European Union’s stricter safety threshold. She proposes amending FIFRA to require proactive bans on hazardous pesticides and greater accountability from manufacturers to better protect public health and the environment.

Analysing The Us—China “Ai Cold War” Narrative, Yujia He, Richard Heeks

Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce Faculty Publications

Discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) are gaining prominence in the recent revival of “cold war” narratives comparing US-China relations today to the historical rivalry between the US and the Soviet Union. Drawing on a review of existing academic and policy literature engaging with the “AI cold war” narrative, this paper examines how the narrative is justified, and numerous ways that it can be challenged. It finds that the framing is largely driven by the securitisation of AI, as state actors and policy pundits view AI innovations’ dual-use capabilities as key to national security and ideological competition. However, critics posit that …

Please Provide Feedback? How To Effectively Receive And Learn From Feedback About Your Writing, Melissa N. Henke

Law Faculty Popular Media

We have all been there. We submit a draft document to a supervising attorney or valued colleague. And then we wait. Will we receive criticism? Will we receive praise? At some point we just hope to hear something in response. Or do we?

Once we get a response, the criticism is hard to receive. We may get angry or upset, we may feel defensive or defeated, or we may just shut down and try to avoid the feedback altogether. Sometimes even feedback framed as praise can leave us feeling uncomfortable or overwhelmed.

An aversion to feedback, especially to criticism, is …

Working Together, Making It Better, Reinette F. Jones, Kopana Terry, Taylor Leigh

Library Presentations

Communication and collaboration, answering questions, and accomplishing goals related to the history of Spanish-speaking people in Kentucky.

Just What Is Equity And What Is It Doing In A Nice Field Like Assessment, Julene Jones, Glenn Phillips, Ciji Heiser

Library Presentations

This presentation outlines a literature review on equity and assessment, drawing from the article Making a Grand Contribution: Professional Development Resources for Leveraging Assessment Data to Advance Equity. The review will explore how assessment practices can promote equity, identifying professional development strategies that support equitable data use in higher education. The findings will inform institutional leaders, faculty, and assessment professionals on embedding equity within assessment processes. This session will engage participants in discussions about the history of equity in assessment and its current uses, equipping them with tools to advance equitable assessment practices and institutional change.

From Data To Action: Leading Assessment In Polarizing Times, Julene L. Jones, Ciji Heiser, Renée Delgado-Riley, Heather Strine-Patterson, Kevin Wright

Library Presentations

In an era of increasing political and social polarization, assessment professionals lead within complex landscapes to ensure data is used to drive meaningful change. This session features a panel of professionals exploring how to move from data collection to organizational change while leading assessment efforts with integrity and impact. Participants will answer a series of questions focused on current and evolving challenges, examples of their practice, and strategies they use to center student and organizational success in the assessment journey.

College Of Law Commencement Program, 2025, University Of Kentucky

Graduation Programs

Commencement program for the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law Class of 2025.

Menstrual Hygiene Screening Needs Assessment In South Dakota, Mariah M. Shafer, Denyelle Kenyon

Scholarship Pathways Program

Introduction: Menstrual hygiene management (MHM) is essential to women’s reproductive health; literature demonstrates there are mental, social, and economic consequences to inadequate MHM in rural and developing countries. Emerging studies show that US women who are impoverished, experiencing homelessness, or incarcerated also face poor MHM. To understand the implications of poor MHM in South Dakota, a largely rural state, a thorough gynecologic health history is essential; this needs assessment explores the scope of MHM questions asked by SD providers.

Methods: This study used survey methodology to determine the quality and depth of gynecologic health histories commonly taken regarding hygiene. The …

Rethinking The Image Of Women In Hototogisu, Duantem Krisdathanont

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

In Hototogisu, Tokutomi Roka (1868–1927) utilizes the motif of tuberculosis to explore and illustrate the familial, societal, and national dynamics of the Meiji period, as well as to critique the subordinate role of women within the family structure. This study aims to analyze how women are represented within the narrative and how tuberculosis functions as a literary device to underscore their perceived inferiority. By applying a historical perspective, the research demonstrates that tuberculosis symbolizes both the physical and social vulnerability imposed upon women. This symbolic representation prompts the female protagonist to question traditional Japanese values and adopt Western ideals, …

Unveiling The Tapestry Of Cultural Tourism Potential In A Northern Thailand Province : Cultural Identity As Destination Branding, Budsaba Kanoksilapatham, Jirassa Kachachiva, Nootnapang Chumdee, Suppabhorn Suwanpakdee, Pawinna Phetluan

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article focuses on a nostalgic area in northern Thailand with historical ties to World War ii. The study aims to: 1) identify cultural attractions and their common identity, 2) evaluate these attractions’ features, and 3) assess a tour package based on this identity. Six cultural attractions resonating with a “World War ii reminiscence” identity were identified through archival research and interviews with local leaders. This identity highlights memorable historical events during army occupation and strong friendships formed between troops and locals. On-site reviews confirmed these attractions’ potential for cultural tourism. A tour package highlighting these sites was developed and …

Engagement Of Young Dara’Ang In Cultural Identity Reconstruction, Nor Lae Village, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Pamira Rakorasilp

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

Dara’ang ethnic attire remains a significant aspect of the intangible cultural heritage of the Dara’ang people residing in Nor Lae Village, Chiang Mai, Thailand. This study employs the concepts of youth agency, intangible cultural heritage, and cultural identity to explore the perspectives of young Dara’ang regarding the intangible significances of their ethnic attire as youth are actively embracing it. Youth’s abilities in safeguarding the attire and reconstructing their cultural identity when interacting with other community members and Thai society are also examined. Drawing data from an arts-based engagement ethnography approach, semi-structured in-depth interviews, and participant observation, this study reveals that …

Investigating The Glassmaking Crafts Of Qing Dynasty China In Guangzhou Through Twelve Export Paintings, Zhou Yu, Suffian Mansor, Azlizan Mat Enh

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article explores the glassmaking craft in Guangzhou during the Qing Dynasty, focusing on twelve export paintings collected from the National Library of France. It delves into the detailed processes of glass production in Qing-era Guangzhou, vividly recording the stages from the handling of raw materials to the finished product. The paintings reveal how Guangzhou craftsmen utilized imported semi-processed raw materials, glass shards, for secondary processing to ultimately produce quality flat glass products. The export paintings depict the situation of glassmaking by Guangzhou craftsmen during the Qing Dynasty. This article employs bibliographical and iconographical research methods and a combined approach …

Influences Of Coloniality On A Non-Colonized Country : The Historical Trajectory Of Thai Higher Education, Penpisoot Maitrarat

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article examines Thai higher education through the lens of the long-established myth of Thailand as a non-colonized country that seeks to sustain the country’s cultural legacy and assure its global visibility. A combined analysis of historical factors and the concepts of discourse and social practice are employed to explain the social phenomena that have affected Thai higher education. How coloniality shaped Thailand, which is widely considered a non-colonized country, and the hidden influences from Western countries from the colonial to the post-wwii period are discussed. This article aims to enhance understanding of the realities of constructing higher education within …

Reconciling The Lgbtqia+ Community Through The Filipino Indigenous Concepts Of Loob And Kapwa, Melchor L. Cuizon, Nympha C. Cuizon

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

The Philippines lgbtqia+ community has a long way to go towards acceptance and recognition. They face gender discrimination and exclusion due to laws and policies lacking moral grip, and, in response, hide their true identity out of fear of stigmatization in the public sphere and workplace. This research aims to shed light on the complicated moral issues surrounding the lgbtqia+ community, namely, that these “otherly oriented/gendered” persons are people of faith discriminated against by those with common beliefs. It explores the concepts loob (self) and kapwa (other) as they relate to the Filipino understanding of a person, wherein the former …

The Local Recording Industry And Chinese Songs In Singapore, 1950s And 1960s, Song Wei Goh

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This paper argues that the local Chinese recording industry in post-Second World War Singapore functioned as a discursive sphere, which reflected the different understandings between the state and the people about what constituted “local Chinese culture”, during the formative years of the newly independent Singapore. In the 1950s and 1960s, technological advancement and state policies motivated the establishment of numerous local record companies with many singers discovered and recordings produced. Following Singapore’s independence, the local Chinese song recordings were employed by different agencies into narratives of nation-building and portrayed as the formation of “local Chinese culture”. This was notwithstanding the …

The Role Of English In An Indonesian-Filipino Multilingual And Mixed Marriage Family Language Policy : An Exploratory Qualitative Case Study, Atina Firdausa Qisthi

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This study investigates the role of languages, specifically English, in an Indonesian-Filipino multilingual and mixed-marriage family and the impacts on language practices. The data was collected through interviews, recordings, and observations. The Family Language Policy (flp) serves as a conceptual framework for understanding the presence of language ideologies and practices inside a family. The findings indicate that Bahasa Indonesia and Javanese are primary languages, while Tagalog occupies a minority position due to limited usage in Indonesia. English is deemed to play a key role in communication and work purposes. Parents’ attitudes regarding the importance of English are reflected in their …

Ai, Post-Truth Realities, And Thai Students’ Information-Seeking Behavior, Pavel Slutskiy

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This paper investigates how ai challenges traditional verification, citation, and evaluation principles, thereby eroding truth. ai-generated content, lacking verifiable citations, operates on probabilistic models that present information as probable rather than factual. The widespread reliance on ai for information-seeking risks diminishing critical evaluation, blending fact with fiction, and compromising academic integrity. To explore these effects, a mixed-method study was conducted involving 240 Chulalongkorn University students who used various online resources like Google, Wikipedia, and ChatGPT to research Rudolf Carnap’s verificationism views. Their choices were analyzed to assess dependency patterns on these platforms. Further, a qualitative analysis compared ai-generated responses with …

A Multimodal Discourse Analysis Of English Picture Book Covers In Attracting Reading Interest Among Chinese Young Learners : A Case Study Of Caldecott Award Winners, Mengting Li, Atipat Boonmoh

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This study used multimodal discourse analysis (mda) to examine how images in English picture books attract young readers. Using Kress and van Leeuwen’s visual grammar, the study analyzes Caldecott Award-winning book covers to understand how meaning is conveyed and how multimodal resources engage children in reading. The research monitored 25 young learners aged 5–7 using English picture books for 10 weeks. The three most and least favorite books were identified and analyzed for representational, interactive, and compositional meaning. The study found that visual appeal, engaging characters, humor and other elements are key elements in attracting young readers. The findings provide …

A Contrastive Analysis Of Passive Markers In Japanese And Thai : Factors Influencing The Use Of The Passive, Kanokwan Laohaburanakit Katagiri, Somkiat Chawengkijwanich

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This paper analyzes passive markers in Japanese, -(r)are-, and Thai, thùuk/dōon, focusing on factors influencing passive use, a previously underexplored topic. It examines similarities and differences between the languages, noting Japanese’s broad adaptability of passive forms across different verbs, unlike the more constrained use in Thai. The study also highlights unique Japanese factors such as adherence to an animacy hierarchy, self-projection, subject continuity, and intransitive-like functions, contrasted with verb-specific restrictions and conveyance of unique meaning in Thai.

Politics And Popular Culture : Contextualizing The Use Of K-Pop By Indonesian Political Parties, Ghaziah Nurika Akhni, Amalia Nur Andini

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This research examines the role played by popular culture in shaping favorable perceptions of three prominent Indonesian political parties – gerindra, psi, and pan – in the 2024 election. Employing a comprehensive framework by Inthorn et al. (2013 in Loader, Vromen, and Xenos 2016) delineating three dimensions of social use in celebrity politics, namely, (1) knowledge, (2) identity, and (3) evaluation, this paper scrutinizes the political communication strategies employed by these parties during their respective political campaigns. The empirical findings provide a nuanced understanding of the historical underpinnings and incorporation of K-pop as a political communication strategy within the Indonesian …

Sexual Politics On Youtube : Shifting Values In Femininities And Women’S Empowerment, Porranee Singpliam

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This research examines sexual politics in the new media platform YouTube. The gendered notions studied depart from existing scholarly works as they emphasize the process of change in Thai gender order. A mixed research method combining qualitative and quantitative approaches was employed. The findings from studying five women YouTubers show two significant themes: 1) The politics of the sexes in which society’s admiration of material possessions, individualism, and wealth is evident, and 2) A change in sex/gender relations wherein production, consumption, and accumulation relations shift together with power relations. Ultimately, this research contends that women YouTubers should be read as …

Commodification Of Kecak Ramayana As Tourism Art In Melasti Beach, Ungasan Village, District Of Kuta Selatan, Badung, Bali, Robby Hidajat, Ew. Suprihatin Dp., Surasak Jamnongsarn, Muhammad Afaf Hasyimy

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This research examines the integration of Kecak Ramayana into Balinese traditional tourism art, focusing on the tourism art industry in the Beach of Melasti, Ungasan, Bali. The central theme explores the commodification of art’s role in attracting tourists and enhancing their imaginative experiences, delving into its impact on the ritual values and spiritual aspects of Kecak Ramayana. Utilizing a qualitative approach with interviews, observation and content analysis, the study addresses how this integration unfolds. Findings reveal that commodification causes a dissociation from ritual contexts, leading to the erosion of spiritual values due to a strong consumer-centric emphasis. This phenomenon also …

Beyond Sino-Thai Identity : A Study Of Tang Chang’S Life And Art, Nawapooh Sae-Tang, Simon Soon

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article delves into the key elements of Sino-Thai artist, Tang Chang’s life and identity, exploring their influence on his societal standing and artistic approach. Also known as Chang Sae-tang, he gained recognition for his unique position outside the mainstream. Focusing on his ethnicity, beliefs, status, and career, this study highlights how his Sino-Thai heritage shaped his artistic vision. It underscores Chang’s deep acknowledgement of his Sino-Thai heritage, noting how his Chinese identity permeates his thoughts and manifests in his works. This distinction, alongside other socio-cultural factors, arguably sets Chang apart from Silpakorn graduate artists, who were considered part of …

Sustaining A Local Museum By Creating Value Through A Museum Teamwork Network : A Case Study Of Si Sutthawat Temple Museum, Thailand, Watcharaphong Chumduang, Punjaphut Thirathamrongwee

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article investigates how local museum development can create value for sustainable self-operation, utilizing the Si Sutthawat Temple Museum in Wiang Pa Pao District, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, as a case study. The study delves into the value creation process within the museum’s operations, specifically focusing on the contributions of local personnel. Employing semi-structured interviews and direct observations, the researcher closely studied the individuals playing pivotal roles in the museum’s operations, actively participating in the operator group’s activities. The findings underscore the crucial role of museums in bridging ‘objects’ as the primary drivers of value creation and ‘community kinships’ as …

Sugar-Cane And Sugar In The Vietnam – Singapore Relationship : Regional Commercial Network And Royal Trade, 1820–1847, Cao Thi Van, Ninh Thi Sinh

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

Existing literature on nineteenth-century trade from Vietnam focuses extensively on the trade of rice and opium, which formed the majority of commerce. This paper investigates another principal export, sugar, to examine how this commodity was produced and traded in Vietnam. It starts with a short description of the history of sugar cane cultivation and sugar manufacturing in Vietnam. An attempt will also be made to clearly demonstrate that Vietnam became a significant sugar supplier to the British Straits Settlements and other Southeast Asian markets via Singapore as a transit port. The development of Vietnam’s sugar trade was related to the …

Memory And Posthuman Subjectivity In Kazuo Ishiguro’S Never Let Me Go, Natawan Wongchalard

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article explores the significance of posthuman subjectivity and memory in Kazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go (2005). The narrative details the life of clones bred for medical donation, who are facing premature demise. Kathy H., the protagonist and narrator, has been criticized for her seeming passivity and submission to oppression. However, this inquiry contends that her narrative – propelled by her act of remembrance – is a mechanism formulated to reclaim the agency of the non-human other or posthuman subject. The study employs Deleuze and Guattari’s concepts of ‘desire’ and ‘becoming’ to examine the clones’ desires, which are constrained …

Empowering Women : Indonesian Muslim Girl Fans, Thailand’S Y-Series, And Gender Equality, Ranny Rastati, Md Azalanshah Md Syed

Manusya, Journal of Humanities

This article explores how Indonesian Muslim girl fans experience sexual empowerment through watching Thai dramas portraying homoerotic romances, known as Thai Y-series and Thai Boy’s Love. Despite concerns from local Islamic authorities about moral issues and cultural differences, Y-series have gained popularity among Indonesian Muslim girls. This study raises concerns about the diminishing portrayal of women’s gender roles, given that Muslim girls form the majority of the Y-series fanbase in Indonesia. The patriarchal influence in Y-series appears to be gradually replacing traditional women’s roles with male characters, relegating women to supporting roles. This study argues that the repositioning of gender …