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From The "Ouachitonian": Emily Watson, Emily Barton, Ouachita News Bureau

Press Releases

One family’s dream to help a country that they do not even live in has encouraged their daughter to lead a life in the same servant-hearted way. Emily Watson’s family owns Joyhouse Coffee Company, a premium Haitian coffee company dedicated to providing joy with every cup of coffee. Being a part of such a special exchange represents everything Watson loves.

Dylan Riess Honors Portfolio, Dylan James Riess

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Dylan Riess' honors portfolio captured in December 2021.

Taylor Forstner Honors Portfolio, Taylor Lynn Forstner

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Taylor Forstner's honors portfolio captured in December 2021.

Covid-19_Health And Safety Guidance_Fall Semester Information And Updates Webpages, University Of Maine

FAQ & Health Advisory

Screenshot of the University of Maine health and safety guidance webpage with information related to Fall semester information and updates.

Honors College_Dei Scholarship Webpage, University Of Maine Honors College

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Screenshot of University of Maine Honor College webpage with details of the new Robert B. Thomson Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Scholarship

Ouachita's Department Of Theatre Arts To Present "Into The Breeches!", Emma Dennis, Landon Denman, Ouachita News Bureau

Press Releases

Ouachita Baptist University’s Department of Theatre Arts will present George Brant’s “Into the Breeches!” Thursday-Monday, Sept. 23-27, in Verser Theatre. Performances will be held Thursday-Saturday and Monday at 7:30 p.m., with a matinée performance on Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

Set in 1942, “Into the Breeches!” tells the story of what happens when the crew and leading actors of the Oberon Play House go to fight in World War II. Instead of shutting down the playhouse for the season, the director’s wife plans a production of Shakespeare’s “Henriad”—a combination of “Henry IV” and “Henry V”—with an all-female cast.

University Of Maine System Ums_Community Guidance_Students - Together For Maine - Additional Information About The Vaccination Requirement: Withdrawals And Refunds: How To Obtain The Covid-19 Vaccine, Verifying Your Vaccination Status; Seeking An Exemption And Consequences Of Not Doing So; Replacing Your Vaccination Card And More, University Of Maine System

Community Guidance

Screenshot of webpage part of the "Together for Maine" University of Maine System guidance for students regarding information about the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, withdrawals and refunds, how to obtain the COVID-19 vaccine, verifying vaccination status, seeking an exemption and consequences of not doing so, and replacing a vaccination card.

Ungrading, Supporting Our Students Through A Pedagogy Of Care, Shaun Ferns, Robert Hickey, Helen Williams

Articles

The awarding of grades or marks to student work is traditionally considered a fundamental feature of assessment. Grades became more widely established in the twentieth century becoming ubiquitous across most educational institutions. There is increasing evidence to suggest that grades are not effective tools for promoting or measuring learning. One alternative approach for promoting and measuring learning is "Ungrading," in which no letter grades or marks are given to students. Instead, they are replaced with formative feedback provided through strategies such as individual feedback, peer review and self-assessment. An Ungrading approach promises increased learner motivation, a reduction in stress, and …

University Of Maine System Ums_Community Guidance_Students - Together For Maine - Covid-19 Student Fall Vaccination Requirements, University Of Maine System

Community Guidance

Screenshot of webpage part of the "Together for Maine" University of Maine System guidance regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements for University of Maine System students.

University Of Maine System Ums_Community Guidance_Students - Together For Maine - Exemptions From Quarantine And Testing For Fully Vaccinated Students, University Of Maine System

Community Guidance

Screenshots of webpage part of the "Together for Maine" University of Maine System guidance regarding exemptions from quarantine and testing for fully COVID-19 vaccinated students.

Myles Schwartz Honors Portfolio, Myles Schwartz

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Myles Schwartz's honors portfolio captured in July 2021.

Law School News: Dean's Distinguished Service Award 2021: Ralph Tavares 05/28/2021, Michael M. Bowden

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.

Ouachita's Lackey, Moreno Receive Fnsna Scholarships To Continue Nursing Education, Ouachita News Bureau

Press Releases

Earlier this month, Ouachita Baptist University nursing students Cassie Lackey and Jacob Moreno were awarded scholarships by the Scholarship Selection Committee of the Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association (FNSNA) for their involvement in Ouachita’s NSNA student chapter and upon recommendation from their professors in the Department of Nursing. Lackey is a junior nursing major from Wylie, Texas, and Moreno is a junior nursing major from Little Rock, Ark.

Law School News: Staff Person Of The Year 2021: Ann Marie Thompson 05/18/2021, Michael M. Bowden

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.

Nicole Jecha Honors Portfolio, Nicole Jecha

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Nicole Jecha's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Rebecca Guss Honors Portfolio, Rebecca Guss

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Rebecca Guss' honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Brian Swancutt Honors Portfolio, Brian Swancutt

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Brian Swancutt's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Maryanne Mbiu Honors Portfolio, Maryanne Mbiu

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Maryanne Mbiu's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Abigail Eckert Honors Portfolio, Abigail Eckert

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Abigail Eckert's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Mackenzie Glaser Honors Portfolio, Mackenzie Glaser

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Mackenzie Glaser's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Jamie Rogers Honors Portfolio, Jamie Rogers

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Jamie Rogers' honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Jacqueline Tomas Honors Portfolio, Jacqueline Tomas

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Jacqueline Tomas' honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Annalisa Tostenson Honors Portfolio, Annalisa Tostenson

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Annalisa Tostenson's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

School Of Law Grad Walk & Virtual Ceremony 05/21/2021, Roger Williams University School Of Law, Michael M. Bowden, Jill Rodrigues

School of Law Commencement (1996- )

No abstract provided.

Jonathan Fjeld Honors Portfolio, Jonathan Fjeld

Honors Capstone Portfolios

Jonathan Fjeld's honors portfolio captured in May 2021.

Student Well-Being Matters: Academic Library Support For The Whole Student, Marta Bladek

Publications and Research

In response to a marked increase in the prevalence and severity of mental health problems among college students over the last decade, colleges and universities have been expanding their well-being initiatives and programs. No longer limited to health services departments, the support of student well-being has been taken up by multiple campus units, including academic libraries. As well-being has been shown to impact academic outcomes, the well-being initiatives libraries develop fit in with their commitment to enhance learning and student educational experience overall. A comprehensive review of wellness interventions in academic libraries, this article presents findings on student well-being and …

Making Your Online Life Easier Through Tools To Reduce Student Questions & Master Online Group Work, Melissa Diegnau

Management and Entrepreneurship Department Publications

The purpose of this session is to introduce faculty to three new tools they may not have used to enhance their on-line courses during COVID and beyond. We will explore TechSmith Capture; a great tool to reduce student emails and even receive student praise for your reply, and VoiceThread, a great tool to minimize complaints in on-line group work while protecting student privacy when sharing work. We will close with screencast-o-matic, the free version, for student presentations as an alternative to other platforms where student work can be seen by the public. Out goal today is to introduce you as …

Lessons From The Pivot: Higher Education's Response To The Pandemic, Janine S. Davis, Christy Irish

Education Faculty Articles

The intensity of major events often leads us to remember minute details of where we were and what we were doing when they occurred: what we wore as we watched the towers fall on September 11, 2001; the faces of our classmates when the space shuttle Challenger exploded on January 28, 1986; the smell in the air when we lived through a major earthquake, fire, or other personal tragedy. Similarly, faculty, staff, and students will remember the series of moments that led to the closure of their schools and universities as the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic spread throughout the world--the timeline …

Using Phet Simulations To Improve Scientific Skills And Attitudes Of Community College Students, Rex Taibu, Lloyd Mataka, Vazgen Shekoyan

Publications and Research

In this study, conceptual and algebra-based physics students were engaged in scientific inquiry using Physics Education Technology (PhET) interactive simulations via semester-long group projects. The instructor and students used the Scientific Abilities Assessment Rubrics (SAAR) to evaluate project presentations and papers (formative assessment). The overall research project was evaluated using Lab Skills Self-Assessment (LSSA) survey (pre and post) and the post reflection survey. The Science Process Skills Inventory (SPSI) was used to analyze some of the students‟ responses to the reflection survey. Quantitative analysis of the LSSA survey showed a large effect size for both conceptual and algebra-based physics students …

University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion Webpages, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Screenshots of the webpages of the University of Maine Office for Diversity and Inclusion.