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Dipl 4717 Conflict And Involuntary Population Displacement In Africa, Assefaw Bariagaber Phd

Diplomacy Syllabi

A few years after the decade of independence in Africa, conflicts and the accompanying involuntary population displacements spread dramatically, and the peoples of Africa faced enormous political, security, and economic challenges. The euphoria of independence from colonial powers that began in 1957 with the independence of Ghana and Guinea immediately gave way to dictatorships, political oppression and instability, and endless conflicts. While it is true that there were a few countries that faired better, and the state of African states has become more encouraging recently, some still find themselves in a political, social, and economic quagmire from which they could …

Dipl 6104 Wb The Art And Science Of Negotiation, Zheng Wang Phd

Diplomacy Syllabi

The ability to negotiate and manage conflicts effectively has become an essential skill in international diplomacy, as well as in our organizational and personal settings. Negotiation is the art and science of securing an agreement between two or more independent parties. This course is an introduction to the wide variety of approaches to the analysis and practice of negotiation and is intended to provide a solid foundation for further inquiry and application. Students will learn the history of thinking about negotiation, frameworks for analyzing negotiation, and the roles of various factors (influences and contexts, tactics and strategies) on the negotiation …

Dipl 3850 / Core 3850 Church, State, And Politics In Latin America, Benjamin Goldfrank Phd

Diplomacy Syllabi

This course has two central objectives: to provide students with an understanding of the evolving role of religion in Latin American politics, with a primary emphasis on the role of Catholicism and the Catholic Church from the period of the Second Vatican Council until the present; and to provide students an opportunity to reflect on the normative questions of how religious beliefs and religious institutions should affect politics and of how different political systems and state policies should affect the practice of religion. Major themes, examined through both Catholic and non-Catholic perspectives, include the institutional relationship between the Catholic Church …

2024 Uab Fall Research Expo Winners, University Of Alabama At Birmingham

Expo Programs

Winners of the Fall 2024 Undergraduate Research Expo

Seeding Belonging: Project Dig Short Report, Jeff Gutierrez, Connie Lewis, University Of Montana Rural Institute

Health and Wellness

This short report provides a snapshot of Project DIG, a therapeutic horticulture (TH) pilot project of the Rural Institute for Inclusive Communities. It contains information about and recommendations for TH as an increased practice for supporting and promoting the quality of life and well-being of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Investigating Dual Task Balance Exercises: Quantifying Practice Patterns And Understanding Decision-Making Among Physical Therapists, Amelia Sabin, Wes Spagnuolo, Narissa Libby, Kylie Berry

Research Report Posters

Dual-task exercise has been shown to be an effective intervention to improve patient functional outcomes and decrease falls. However, little is known about whether physical therapists are prescribing dual task exercises during their sessions, or at what intensity. The objective of this research was to analyze differences and similarities of observed balance exercise practice patterns and reported practice and decision-making among physical therapists. We analyzed both quantitative and qualitative data from two separate studies and extracted data regarding dual-task balance exercises. Our analysis found that therapists rarely perform, describe, or report thinking about dual-task balance exercises in their physical therapy …

Building Bridges: Fostering Team Leadership Between Elders And Pastors Of Ethiopian Evangelical Churches In North America, Abraham Abiyo Teanso

Doctor of Ministry

In Ethiopia, church leaders usually have full authority, while pastors have no power in decision-making. But in the USA, things are different. Here, pastors often have a lot of authority due to modern leadership styles. When older leaders from Ethiopia come to the USA, they want to stick to the traditional way of leading they were used to. They think pastors should only teach, not lead. However, younger generations and those who like modern leadership want pastors to stay in charge. This difference in opinion has caused problems among leaders in Ethiopian churches in North America. This can make people …

Sabbath Rest, Gregory Mcmullen

Doctor of Leadership

Limited time and finances have significantly contributed to the spiritual decay and practice of the Sabbath in Snohomish County. Through this study, I have identified that community members, immigrants, and refugees are impacted the most by working overtime or two jobs to provide a home for their families. Many immigrants not only have to work very hart but but most frequent food banks and seek assistance from the local church. Unfortunately, things are better as a high percentage of firstborn Slavic and Hispanics students drop out of school to work or take care of their younger siblings. Native Americans followed …

This Week At Shain, Fall 2024, Lori Looney

This Week at Shain Library

No abstract provided.

The Lumpkin Letter (Fall 2024), Lumpkin College Of Business And Technology

Lumpkin College of Business & Technology Newsletters

No abstract provided.

Examining Factors Affecting The Implementation Of Restorative Practices In Elementary Schools: Supporting And Challenging Aspects For Principals, Salma Hussein

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations

This qualitative research seeks to gather information that will be useful for successfully implementing Restorative Practices from Minnesota elementary school principals. Elementary Principals have been interviewed to share their experiences with implementing Restorative Practices. It specifically focuses on identifying the successes and challenges, particularly in efforts to reduce racial disparities in discipline data.The study also examines how principals apply these practices in their elementary schools to create caring communities. Restorative Practices have emerged as more schools and states move towards non exclusionary discipline practices to better support students and build caring school communities. This research seeks to provide insights into …

"Servant Leadership: Perceptions And Practices Of Parochial School Administrators In The K-12 Setting ", Craig Swanson

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations

This study addressed the dichotomy between administrators' perceptions of themselves as servant leaders and their implementation of servant leadership practices in parochial schools. Although servant leadership aligns with parochial school values, simply adopting the terminology without true implementation can undermine school effectiveness. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine whether differences exist between administrators' perceptions of their servant leadership and teachers' perceptions of how administrators implement servant leadership practices. The study employed a phenomenological case study approach using the Servant Leadership Questionnaire (SLQ) and administrator interviews. Three administrators and ten teachers from two Christian K-12 schools in …

Reflections On Influential Stem Experiences For Childhood Science Identity Development From East And Southeast Asian(Americans), Ellie Hechter

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations

Asian(Americans) are considered overrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), but disaggregating demographic data shows that Southeast Asian(Americans) are underrepresented, underrecognized, and actively marginalized in the STEM workforce and degrees. The falsely monolithic view of Asian(Americans) has resulted in Southeast Asian(Americans) being unaccounted for in equity and inclusion initiatives. To better understand how to support Southeast Asian(Americans) in STEM, this study focused on childhood science identity development. A weak science identity is a significant barrier that can affect a student’s engagement and persistence in STEM and can be affected by numerous psychological, institutional, social, and cultural experiences. This study …

Fisheries Science Update - Crabbing In Cockburn Sound, Department Of Primary Industries And Regional Development, Western Australia

Fisheries Science Updates

Key points: 2024 stock assessment outcomes

• The Cockburn Sound blue swimmer crab resource spans the waters of Cockburn Sound and Owen Anchorage north to the port of Fremantle.  The Cockburn Sound crab stock is assessed periodically by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) via weight of evidence stock assessments.
• Despite most of Cockburn Sound remaining closed to blue swimmer crab fishing since 2014, crab abundance levels have shown little increase.
• Current modelling suggests that Cockburn Sound now supports a notably lower crab population than in the early 2000s and can sustain a significantly reduced annual catch. …

Correcting Misperceptions About Very Low Nicotine Cigarettes For Cigarette-Only Smokers, Dual/Poly Smokers, Other Tobacco Users, And Non-Tobacco Users, Rui Shi, Robert Feldman, Jiaying Liu, Pamela I. Clark

College of Communication & Creative Arts Departmental Research

Background

Methods

Global Issues And Research Trends On Science Learning Based On The Scopus Database From 2019 To 2023: A Bibliometric Analysis, Mei Indra Jayanti, Umar Umar, Syarifuddin Syarifuddin

Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan IPA

Previous research tends to examine science learning in general, but less focus on specific sub-topics, such as inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, or STEAM approaches. The research aims to map the trend of research development related to science learning. There are 987 metadata of Scopus-indexed journal articles from 2019 to 2024. They are analyzed bibliometrically using VOSviewer software combined with the R program and Biblioshiny to find trends in science learning research. The results revealed the development of science learning research from 2019 to 2024. The highest number of Scopus-indexed in 2022 reached 228 publication articles (23.10%). Huwer J's position is …

The Effect Of The Problem-Based Learning (Pbl) Model In The Context Of Socio-Scientific Issues (Ssi) On Critical Thinking Ability On Digestive System Material, Maitsaa Rihhadatul Aisy, Eli Trisnowati, Siswanto Siswanto

Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan IPA

Science education emphasizes direct experience to develop competence in exploring and understanding nature to foster the ability to think critically, collaborate, be scientific, and communicate as important aspects of life skills. This research aims to analyze the effect of learning using the problem-based learning (PBL) model in the context of socio-scientific issues (SSI) on critical thinking skills on digestive system material. This research is quantitative research using a quasi-experimental design. The population is class VIII students of State Junior High School 2 Subah for the 2023/2024 academic year. The sample was class VIIIA as the experimental class and class VIIIC …

Ssi-Integrated Pjbl Model In Biodiversity Topics: Is It Effective For Increasing Students' Digital Literacy?, Amanda Syifa Maolida, Widi Purwianingsih, Taufik Rahman

Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan IPA

Educational institutions can utilize digital technology to engage students in various learning models. The presence of technology must be combined with 21st-century skills, including digital literacy. This research aims to determine the increase in digital literacy (communication and collaboration, critical thinking, ICT familiarity, data literacy, device security, dan personal security) of high school students in the application of project-based learning (PjBL) integrated with socio-scientific issues in biodiversity material. The method used in this research is the pre-experimental method with a one-group pre-test-post-test design. The population and sample are class X students from one of the high schools in Bandung City, …

"You’Re Free But You’Re Not Free" Trapped In The Reality Of Prison Reentry, Eva Pechtl, Laura Hayes

Expo Student Presentations

2024 Fall Expo Poster Presentation

Effects Of Diet Types On Daphnia Pulex Longevity And Reproduction, Ola Lutfi, Katie Gibbs

Expo Student Presentations

2024 Fall Expo Poster Presentation

Pathogenic Variant In Atm Gene (P.Gly301arg) Due To Missense/Snv Mutation, Lena Lutz

Expo Student Presentations

2024 Fall Expo Poster Presentation

Enhancing Diagnostic Accuracy In Laryngeal Cancer: A Comprehensive Cle Scoring System, Rishab Samant, Akhilesh Wodeyar, Sherin James, Benjamin B. Kasten, Jason Warram

Expo Student Presentations

2024 Fall Expo Oral Presentation

The Social Effects Of Ptsd In Veterans Combated With Writing For Healing, Hailey Gibson

Expo Student Presentations

2024 Fall Expo Oral Presentation

• Arts & Humanities

Introduction Of Simulation, Mina Cho

Simulation Orientation

No abstract provided.

Bi-Directional Transformers Vs. Word2vec: Discovering Vulnerabilities In Lifted Compiled Code, Gary Mccully, John Hastings, Shengjie Xu, Adam Fortier

Research & Publications

Detecting vulnerabilities within compiled binaries is challenging due to lost high-level code structures and other factors such as architectural dependencies, compilers, and optimization options. To address these obstacles, this research explores vulnerability detection using natural language processing (NLP) embedding techniques with word2vec, BERT, and RoBERTa to learn semantics from intermediate representation (LLVM IR) code. Long short-term memory (LSTM) neural networks were trained on embeddings from encoders created using approximately 48k LLVM functions from the Juliet dataset. This study is pioneering in its comparison of word2vec models with multiple bidirectional transformers (BERT, RoBERTa) embeddings built using LLVM code to train neural …

Closest To The Harm, Closest To The Solution: Indigenous Resistance To Colonial Capitalism Through Female Leadership In Financial Inclusion, Grace Evans

Washington Semester Program

Channeling the strength of the culture, identity, and people who came before them, Indigenous women are countering the racism and sexism inherent in ongoing colonialism through their return to leadership. When it comes to caring for their communities, Native women are dedicated, determined change-makers. This devotion, grounded in the cultural centrality of Indigenous women, has remained strong throughout the tribulations of relatively recent history, marked by atrocities such as invasion, assimilation, and attempted genocide. Colonization is an institution of violence. The United States, in creation and evolution, has been no exception. Particularly targeted through this process have been the bodies, …

October 1, 2024, Council On Graduate Studies

Minutes

No abstract provided.

Library Services Annual Report 2023-2024, Anna Nelson

Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

Fall 2024 Community Program Guide, Academy Of Lifelong Learning

Program Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Freedom Seekers, Stories Of Black Liberation In The American Revolutionary Era And Beyond, Jordan (June, 1810), Susanna Ashton

Publications

No abstract provided.