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A Review Of Mentorship And Recruitment Strategies For Minority Athletic Training Students, Dariana M. Brown

Clinical Practice in Athletic Training

The underrepresentation of minority athletic trainers remains a critical issue, affecting both the profession and the quality of patient care. While patient demographics continue to diversify, the athletic training workforce has not kept pace, leading to potential communication barriers, mistrust, and inadequate culturally competent care. This review examines whether culturally tailored mentorship programs and targeted recruitment initiatives improve retention, career satisfaction, and diversity in athletic training compared to standard methods. By analyzing studies on underrepresented minority students in athletic training, the review highlights key institutional barriers and systemic factors impacting recruitment and retention. Findings suggest that tailored mentorship and supportive …

Mentorship As Identity Work: The Meaning Black Queer Men Ascribe To Mentorship In Identity Development And Professional Identity Formation, Kai Christian

JWU Dissertations & Theses

This descriptive-phenomenological study examined the role of mentorship in shaping identity. There is limited literature that examines mentorship as an identity-shaping process among Black queer men (BQM). Intersectional and Black queer theory provided the theoretical framework for thematic analysis.

Within the workplace, BQM must negotiate the effects of double marginalization resulting from racism and anti-queer biases. The effects of racism and anti-queer biases can lead to adverse psychological and physical health outcomes, negatively impacting the careers of Black and queer individuals. BQM benefit from support that addresses and acknowledges how their identity shapes their experiences. Mentorship can provide …

Joint Channel–Spatial Attention With Curriculum Learning For Robust Crowd Density Estimation, Heba M. El-Hoseny, Heba F. Elsepae, Ehab K. I. Hamad, El-Sayed M. El-Rabaie

Mesopotamian Journal of Big Data

Accurate crowd counting remains a major challenge in computer vision due to perspective distortion, background clutter, occlusion, and poor illumination, which degrade feature representation and limit model generalization. This study introduces a robust and well-structured approach that integrates hybrid attention mechanisms with curriculum learning to enhance accuracy and stability in complex crowd scenarios. Gamma correction and CLAHE preprocessing enhance image visibility, facilitating the reliable detection of small and distant individuals under challenging lighting conditions. A mixed attention mechanism further enhances feature discrimination by emphasizing crowd-relevant regions while suppressing background noise. In addition, curriculum learning, guided by scoring and pacing functions, …

Ventilator Weaning Through Spontaneous Breathing Trials In Children With Tetralogy Of Fallot In The Picu: A Case Report, Megah Fitrian, Kadek Ayu Erika, Muhammad Yunus

Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia

Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a congenital heart defect that causes chronic low oxygen levels, increased right ventricular workload, and a higher risk of complications. Weaning mechanical ventilation in patients with TOF is particularly challenging due to right ventricular dysfunction, muscle weakness, and the risk of heart failure. This study evaluates the use of a spontaneous breathing trial (SBT) strategy with pressure support ventilation (PSV) mode for mechanical ventilation weaning in pediatric patients with TOF. An observational study was conducted on a six-year-old pediatric patient with TOF and a cerebral abscess who underwent mechanical ventilation weaning using the SBT technique …

The Role Of Health Workers In Interprofessional Collaboration For Cancer Patient Navigators: A Scoping Review, Agung Subakti Nuzulullail, Aulia Diah Rahayu, Rury Nindya Taluphyta, Ika Arif Lidiyana, Mohamad Rusdiyansyah, Petrus Paris Rumsori, Riyati Riyati, Suci Wahyu Hariyanto, Wa Ode Umi Kalsum, Sri Hartini

Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia

Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide. The complexity of cancer care demands strong interprofessional collaboration (IPC), particularly within cancer patient navigator (CPN) programmes. However, research examining IPC in the context of CPN implementation is still limited. This scoping review aims to explore the various roles of healthcare workers in the IPC process within cancer navigator programme interventions. The review was conducted using four databases: PubMed, Clinical Key, EBSCOhost, and ScienceDirect. The Arksey and O'Malley framework was used to address the research question: “What is the role of health workers in interprofessional collaboration within cancer patient navigation?” Study selection …

Relationship Between Immune Profile And Respiratory Parameters In Down Syndrome Children With Acute Pneumonia: Pre-Intervention Analysis, Shehab M. Abd El-Kader, Tamer M. El-Saeed, Marwa M. I. Ismaeel, Mohamed F. El-Banna, Ahmed M. Aboeleneen, Amany G. Atiaa, Fatma A Hegazy, Mona M. Abdelkhalek

Journal of Medical Rehabilitation Science

Background: Children with Down Syndrome (DS) exhibit immune dysregulation and increased susceptibility to severe pneumonia. While associations between immune status and infection risk are known, the relationship between specific baseline immune markers and respiratory parameters at the initial presentation of acute pneumonia in this population is unclear. Objective: To investigate the correlation between baseline serum immunoglobulin levels, white blood cell count (WBCs), and baseline respiratory parameters (respiratory rate and arterial oxygen saturation) in children with DS presenting with acute pneumonia. Material and methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study analyzed baseline data from 40 children with DS and acute pneumonia enrolled prior …

Relationship Between Neck Muscle Cross-Sectional Area With Craniovertebral Angle Among The Subjects With Chronic Neck Pain, Mohamed Faisal Chevidikunnan, Mohammed Sati Alharbi

Journal of Medical Rehabilitation Science

Background: Neck pain is a common condition affecting many people worldwide. However, the relationships between neck muscle cross-sectional area (CSA), and craniovertebral angle (CVA), in chronic neck pain patients remains poorly understood. This study aims to investigate the association between these factors among the subjects with chronic neck pain. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study design, where 21 patients presenting to radiology department at King Fahd Hospital, Madina with chronic neck pain were included. They aged between 25–55 years, which includes both male and female subjects, who have not undergone any of neck or shoulder surgery, subjects without previous local …

The Impact Of Non-Technical Skills On Respiratory Therapists' Practice: A Single-Center Study At A Tertiary Hospital In Saudi Arabia, Mohamad A. Abdulsamad, Fadi A. Toonsi

Journal of Medical Rehabilitation Science

Background: Non-technical skills (NTS), including communication, teamwork, decision-making, and situational awareness, are increasingly recognized as essential for patient safety and effective healthcare delivery. Respiratory therapists (RTs) at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSH&RC) frequently face high-stakes clinical situations where NTS are critical, yet limited evidence exists regarding their integration into practice and training. This study evaluated the impact of NTS on RT practice, identified key skill gaps, and proposed recommendations for curriculum enhancement. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 50 RTs with at least six months of experience at KFSH&RC in Jeddah city. Data were collected using …

Predictive Role Of Mindset And Neuroplasticity Knowledge On Epistemological Beliefs Among Academic Doctors, Fahad A Somaa

Journal of Medical Rehabilitation Science

Background: Neuroplasticity the brain's capacity for structural and functional reorganization, plays a central role in learning, adaptation, and professional development. Educators' understanding of neuroplasticity, together with their mindset, may influence their epistemological beliefs and teaching practices. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to examine the extent to which mindset and neuroplasticity knowledge predict epistemological beliefs among academic doctors working in medical and rehabilitation education. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was undertaken among the 309 academic doctors working in medical colleges and teaching hospitals. Demographics, neuroplasticity knowledge, mindset and epistemological beliefs were the primary outcome measures and collected data. …

An Exploration Of Therapists' Perspectives On Treatment Approaches And Outcomes For Trigger Finger In Saudi Arabia, Badr F. Alduqsi, Naif B. Abudken, Hatim A. Al-Johani, Ahmed M. Bajunayd

Journal of Medical Rehabilitation Science

Background: Trigger finger (stenosing tenosynovitis) is a common hand condition characterized by pain, stiffness, and locking of the affected digit. Although conservative management strategies, particularly splinting and corticosteroid injections, are widely implemented in clinical practice, there is currently no universally accepted gold standard for the treatment of trigger finger. Furthermore, regional evidence describing therapists' preferences and clinical decision-making processes in Saudi Arabia remains limited. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the perspectives of occupational therapists, physical therapists, and physicians in Saudi Arabia regarding preferred conservative treatment approaches for trigger finger, and to identify the key factors influencing clinical decision-making and …

Makna Tata Busana Tari Jaripah Pada Sanggar Cinde Sutro Di Kemiren Kabupaten Banyuwangi, Bella Afidatus Syifa Supraga, Robby Hidajat

Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts

This article explains the disclosure of the meaning of fashion in the Jaripah dance performed by Sanggar Cinde Sutro in Kemiren, Banyuwangi. This research analyzes the symbolism of colors and shapes used by dancers. The research results show that each element of clothing has a deep philosophical meaning, reflecting the noble values of the Banyuwangi people and the universe. The Jaripah dance is a traditional dance that has deep cultural and philosophical values, which are reflected in the design and use of the costumes. The research method used was a descriptive qualitative approach using observation methods, interviews with key informants, …

Pemertahanan Eksistensi Kesenian Bantengan Di Sanggar Trah Kanjuruhan Kota Malang, Shalsabillah Eka Giri Anjani

Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts

Bantengan art is one of the traditional performing arts that has developed in East Java, particularly in the Malang Raya region. This art form combines elements of pencak silat, dance, kanuragan (mystical practices), music, and drama into a unified performance. Along with the advancement of time, Bantengan art faces challenges in maintaining its existence, especially due to globalization and technological developments. Sanggar Trah Kanjuruhan is one of the communities that consistently preserves this art by maintaining its traditional structure and presentation while also introducing innovations to remain relevant in contemporary contexts. This study aims to describe (1) the existence of …

Respons Tagar #Kaburajadulu Pada Kolom Komentar Postingan Akun Instagram @Ariefnaikkelas, Hilya Diana Syifa, Muhammad Amin Ridhwan, Tria Wulandari, Sutrisno Gustiraja Alfarizi

Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts

This study aims to analyze patterns of netizens’ responses to the hashtag #KaburAjaDulu in the comment section of the Instagram account @Ariefnaikkelas as a form of language expression, humor, social criticism, and digital solidarity in contemporary Indonesian society. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach within an interpretive paradigm and applies Fairclough’s Critical Discourse Analysis, encompassing three dimensions: text, discourse practice, and social practice. Data were collected through digital documentation of Instagram users’ comments that use or respond to the hashtag. The findings reveal that the #KaburAjaDulu discourse is polarized into two main groups: the pro group, which interprets the …

Investigating The Interlanguage Fossilization Of English Writing In Foreign Language Acquisition, Ammar Abdul Fattah Habeeb

Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts

Interlanguage fossilization represents a common phenomenon in Foreign/Second language acquisition. The current study attempted to investigate the students’ writing compositions to reveal if interlanguage fossilization occurred or not. A diagnostic test has been used to collect the data. A sample of this study was chosen randomly from 20 EFL students of the sixth year preparatory schools in the academic year (2023-2024). The findings of this study displayed that two kinds of interlanguage fossilization are found and achieved by students. Morphological fossilization and syntactical fossilization. Morphological fossilization contained (85.63%) and syntactical fossilization consisted of (14.37) %.Low English proficiency led students’ writing …

The Effect Of A Visual Arts Training Program On Reducing Negative Behaviors And Developing Selected Skills In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Buraq Ali Ahmed Alawadi

Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts

This study examines the impact of a visual arts–based training program on reducing negative behaviors and enhancing selected skills among children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). An experimental pretest–posttest design was employed with a sample of 20 children: 10 with moderate autism (mean age = 10 years) and 10 with mild autism (mean age = 6.5 years). The intervention included structured visual arts activities such as drawing, coloring, and clay modeling, which served as nonverbal communication tools to support emotional expression, attention, and social interaction. The results indicate that the program significantly reduced maladaptive behaviors, including self-injury, biting, and stereotypical …

Hambatan Dan Strategi Pembelajaran Dalam Menulis Teks Argumentasi Pada Siswa Sma: Analisis Systematic Literature Review, Thufail Adji Nugroho, Lukitasari Lukitasari, Qurota A'Yun Novi Safitri, Sutrisno Gustiraja Alfarizi, Didin Widyartono

Journal of Language, Literature, and Arts

This study aims to identify the challenges faced by senior high school students in writing argumentative texts and to analyze the effectiveness of the Process Genre approach and peer feedback in improving argumentative writing skills. This research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) by analyzing 10 scholarly articles published between 2020 and 2025. The findings indicate that students encounter several challenges, including cognitive, structural, linguistic, digital literacy, and metacognitive barriers, which affect the development of arguments and overall coherence of writing. The results also reveal that the Process Genre approach effectively supports students in understanding text structure and organizing ideas …

Future Prospects Of Pediatrician Talent Development: Focusing On Early Childhood Health To Pioneer A New Chapter In Pediatric Care, Yueh-Ping Liu

Journal of Medical Education

Taiwan's declining fertility rate is reshaping the pediatric care landscape. The demands of child health care encompass acute and critical care, chronic disease management, complex diagnostic conditions, as well as developmental and mental health support. In response, the Ministry of Health and Welfare's Program for Excellence in Child Health Care and the Project of Holistic Physicians for Young Children represent a strategic transition toward proactive, community-anchored child health stewardship. By integrating preventive services, developmental surveillance, case management, and cross-sector coordination, these initiatives strengthen early detection and timely intervention while redefining pediatricians as key actors within the social safety net. Embedding …

An Innovative, Structured Standardized Patient Training Model For Gender Diversity: Curriculum Design And Preliminary Evaluation, Yu-Wen Wang, Ching-Ting Lien, Ching-Chung Lin, Chau-Shoun Lee, Min-Shu Wang

Journal of Medical Education

Background: Despite increasing emphasis in medical education, LGBTQ clinical sensitivity and care competencies remain insufficient. This study developed a structured Standardized Patient (SP) training model replacing traditional lecturing. It aims to alleviate role boundary blurring and psychological stress SPs face with highly sensitive topics while enhancing their professional comprehension.

Objectives: To develop and evaluate a structured SP training model that integrates psychological safety mechanisms to mitigate role confusion and stress in handling gender diversity topics, while enhancing SPs' professional role interpretation and cultural sensitivity.

Method: The course was implemented through systematic integration of the ``Introspection, Empathy, Deconstruction'' three-phase model: (1) …

Recognizing The 50th Anniversary Of The Robert F. Wagner National Labor And Employment Law Moot Court Competition, Jennifer Bancamper

NYLS Community News

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Cigarettes Versus Electronic Cigarettes: The Effects On The Oral Cavity, Paolo Boffano, Muhammad Ruslin, Andrea Melle

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: To date, there is a large amount of scientific evidence on the effects of smoke-free products on oral health, highlighting their potential in reducing the risk of causing and progressing smoking-related diseases. In contrast to the last statement, other studies confirm the cytotoxic and tissue effects of nicotine-containing e-cigarette liquid. The purpose of this study was to review the literature and to evaluate the damage caused by cigarette smoking in comparison with that caused by e-cigarettes.

Methods: Our study considered the consultation of the bibliographic databases “Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System”. The research was carried out by using …

The Link March 31, 2026, Access To Justice Institute

The Link Newsletter

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The Poli̇ti̇cal And Soci̇al Di̇mensi̇ons Of Alcohol İn Mongol Ri̇tuals, Dr. Esra Özel

Khazar Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

In the 13th century, under the leadership of Genghis Khan, the Mongol Empire emerged where alcohol was not merely a consumable item but a multifaceted and functional cultural practice integral to the construction of political legitimacy, the establishment of social order, and the performance of ritual representations. For the nomadic Mongols, alcohol consumption transcended personal habit, playing a central role in regulating social relations, strengthening leadership, and consolidating political alliances. Alcohol presentations during ceremonial events such as kurultais, enthronement ceremonies, diplomatic meetings, military victory celebrations, and festivals were regarded as symbolic indicators of generosity, loyalty, and hierarchical order. Particularly, the …

On Fibonacci Ensembles: An Alternative Approach To Ensemble Learning Inspired By The Timeless Architecture Of The Golden Ratio, Ernest Fokoue

Articles

Nature rarely reveals her secrets bluntly, yet in the Fibonacci sequence she grants us a glimpse of her quiet architecture of growth, harmony, and recursive stability \citep{Koshy2001Fibonacci, Livio2002GoldenRatio}. From spiral galaxies to the unfolding of leaves, this humble sequence reflects a universal grammar of balance. In this work, we introduce \emph{Fibonacci Ensembles}, a mathematically principled yet philosophically inspired framework for ensemble learning that complements and extends classical aggregation schemes such as bagging, boosting, and random forests \citep{Breiman1996Bagging, Breiman2001RandomForests, Friedman2001GBM, Zhou2012Ensemble, HastieTibshiraniFriedman2009ESL}. Two intertwined formulations unfold: (1) the use of normalized Fibonacci weights -- tempered through orthogonalization and Rao--Blackwell optimization -- …

Fibonacci-Driven Recursive Ensembles: Algorithms, Convergence, And Learning Dynamics, Ernest Fokoue

Articles

This paper develops the algorithmic and dynamical foundations of recursive ensemble learning driven by Fibonacci-type update flows. In contrast with classical boosting Freund and Schapire (1997); Friedman (2001), where the ensemble evolves through first-order additive updates, we study second-order recursive architectures in which each predictor depends on its two immediate predecessors. These Fibonacci flows induce a learning dynamic with memory, allowing ensembles to integrate past structure while adapting to new residual information. We introduce a general family of recursive weight-update algorithms encompassing Fibonacci, tribonacci, and higher-order recursions, together with continuous-time limits that yield systems of differential equations governing ensemble evolution. …

Learning Ordinal Geometry: Semantic–Aware Kernels For Ordered Categorical Data, Ernest Fokoue

Articles

Ordinal data arise ubiquitously in survey research, psychology, medicine, economics, and recommender systems, yet kernel methods for such data typically rely on either nominal encodings or arbitrary numeric codings. The former discards order information; the lat- ter imposes a fictitious metric structure. This paper develops a principled framework for kernel design on ordinal scales and introduces a new class of Semantic–Aware Ordinal Ker- nels (SAOK) that simultaneously capture ordinal order and semantic proximity between categories. We begin by formalizing order–preserving embeddings of finite chains and characterizing a broad family of chain distances that are conditionally negative definite. Through Schoen- berg …

Annual Faculty Research Symposium 2026, Elaine Vanterpool

Proceedings

No abstract provided.

Faculty List - Vol. 50, Winter 2026

Southern Illinois University Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Table Of Contents - Vol. 50, Winter 2026

Southern Illinois University Law Journal

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When The Tail Wags The Dog: The Game Of Justice And The Elusive Quest For Due Process In The Middle East, Mohamed Arafa

Southern Illinois University Law Journal

Due process guarantees lie at the heart of any legitimate legal system, serving as a critical safeguard against arbitrary state power and as a foundation for the rule of law. Yet their meaning and implementation vary significantly across legal traditions and political contexts.

This article examines the scope and limitations of due process guarantees in the Middle East, focusing on Egypt and Saudi Arabia as illustrative case studies. While both jurisdictions formally recognize procedural protections within their constitutional and legal frameworks, the practical application of these guarantees often diverges from international standards.

The article analyzes core due process principles—such as …

Who Wins The Fight To Protect The Right Of Publicity Through § 512(C) Of The Dmca?, Dillon Ruzich

Southern Illinois University Law Journal

Misrepresenting a copyright infringement claim when sending a takedown request under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c) is currently the most effective way to protect against the unauthorized use of names, images, and likenesses, or the right of publicity, on the Internet. With the absence of meaningful federal protection, who wins the fight to protect the right of publicity online? This Note examines tolerating the misapplication of § 512(c) for the right of publicity, considers a congressional amendment to the Digital Millenium Copyright Act (DMCA), and then evaluates incorporation of the right of publicity into the proposed NO FAKES Act before recommending …