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Hosting An International Graduate Student Orientation, Liza Weisbrod, Juliet T. Rumble, Adelia Grabowsky, Isabel Altamirano, Emily Sahib

Journal of Graduate Librarianship

In Fall 2022, Auburn University Libraries faculty and staff hosted an orientation event for newly arrived international graduate students. Highlights of the event included tours of major library service points, a shared meal, and a meet and greet for graduate students and subject librarians. A key takeaway for both groups was an increased awareness of the differences that exist between U.S. academic libraries and those in other countries. The authors discuss elements of the library orientation that worked well, and address lessons learned that will be used to improve future events.

Serving Graduate Students At A Community College Library, Daniel K. Blewett

Journal of Graduate Librarianship

Even though a community college library rarely attempts to offer the same depth of support found at a university, it can still serve the needs of local graduate students in two ways: through the library’s core collection of print and electronic resources, and through its on-site services, spaces, and librarian expertise. Graduate students need to know that these resources are available to them. The knowledge and ability of the librarian is key to supporting this patron group. This article is informed by the author’s experiences at the College of DuPage, a large comprehensive community college in northeastern Illinois.

A Two-Phase Study Examining Graduate Library Student Knowledge Gains And Perceptions Of Information Literacy Modules, Holly S. Hebert, Karen V. Nourse, Kevin S. Krahenbuhl

Journal of Graduate Librarianship

This paper reports the results of a two-phase study examining the effectiveness of a set of five online learning modules in increasing student understanding of information literacy topics. The modules were deployed within the foundational class of an online Master of Library Science program. Using Qualtrics-based surveys, Phase 1 assessed 15 students for their possible knowledge gains as well as their perceptions of their experiences with the instructional content. Through a combination of statistical and qualitative analysis, the researchers found modest knowledge gains as well as positive student perceptions of their instruction. Based upon the moderate success of Phase 1, …

Illuminated Magazine, Etsu School Of Graduate Studies

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Optimism, Health Related Self-E­fficacy, and Quality of Life [Morgan Treaster, Psychology, Ph.D]; Beckett and the Creative Writing Process [Sam Campbell, English, M.A]; Where Are They Now? [Featuring: David Bryant & Wilhelmina Van Dijk]; Discovering the Role of Anandamide in Physcomitrella patens [Imdadul Haq, Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D]; Examining the Forest Setting in Early Modern Literature [Brooke Johnson, English, M.A.]; Where Are They Now? [Featuring: Meg Roussos]; Identifying Risk Factors Regarding Phthalate Exposure [Denise Chavez, Public Health, M.P.H.]; Where Are They Going? [Featuring: Oceane Tanny & John Wagle]; Predicting the Past and Future Environments of the …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Going All In [Dr. Matthew McGahey, Ed.D. Global Sport Leadership]; Where Are They Now? [Rob Cantor & Dr. Sharon McGee]; Letters from the Past [Emily Lu, M.A. History]; Where Are They Now? [Featuring: Maura Bishop & Bradley Marshall]; Empowering Students to Take Control [Ziyad Alrumayh, M.Ed. Special Education]; Research Grant Recipients, 2018; Where Are They Now? [Featuring: Ernest Eugene & Matthew Harrison]; A Link to Your legacy [Lee Ann Davis, Director for University Alumni Programs]; Where Are They Now? [Featuring: Tiffany Hogan & Thomas Roddy]; Understanding the Value of Identity in Healthy Behaviors [Byron …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Hailing the Future [Edward Hall, Applied Computer Science, M.S.]; The Effects of "Bath Salts" on the Brain [Serena Allen, Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D., Backing Up the Unsung Heroes of Appalachian Education [Drs. Fox, Mims, Baroszuk with Olakunle Joseph Oni]; Caring for a Performer's "Instrument" [Heather Smith, Speech-Language Pathology, M.S.]; Where Are They Now? [Lawence Loving, Jenna Middlebrooks, and Jami Winstrom]; Tudo Roses, Milanese Mercenaries, and the Laws They Manipulated to Maintain Power [Heather Alexander, History, M.A.]; Positive Deviance: An Assests-Based Approach to Solving Health Disparities [Olivia Egen, Community Health, Dr.PH]; The Pure Math Behind Brands …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Nordic Noir [Bradley Hartsell English, M.A.]; Research Grant Recipients [Shina Bhatia, Byron Brooks, Jesse D. Daniel, Wesley Drew Gill, Jesi Hall, Joseph Kusi, Areej Mosa, Claiborne Daniel Sea]; Where Are They Now? [Olushola Aromona Professional Communications, M.A., 2016]; Where Are They Now? [Nathan Cunningham Public Health, M.P.H., 2014]; The Appalachian Student Research Forum- Dipping A Toe Into The Pool Of Academia; Where Are They Going? [Maike Klein Counseling, M.A., 2017]; Where Are They Now? [Russell Ingram Biology, M.S. (Biology), 2013]; The Balancing Act [Elizabeth Hall Clinical Nutrition, M.S.]; Where Are They Going? [Vijay Tiwari …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Full Speed Ahead [Eric Magrum Sport Science and Coach Education, M.S. (Applied Sport Science)]; Progress Through Animation [Julie Woodburn New Media Studio, M.A.]; Where Are They Now? [Allana R. Hamilton Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis Ed. D., 2011 Biological Sciences, M.S., 1991]; Where Are They Now? [Anne Maglia Biology, M.S., 1994]; Where Are They Going? [Guillermo Mendoza Early Childhood Education, M.A., 2016]; Where Are They Now? [Derek R. Slagle Allied Health, M.S., 2010]; Predator/Prey Interactions in a Toxic Environment [Trevor Chapman Biology, M.S. (Biology)]; Where Are They Now? [Timothy McDonald Painting, M.F.A., 2005]; Where …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Research Grant Award Recipients; Cesium Adsorption in the Environment [Kenneth Seaton Chemistry, M.S.]; Social Media and Health Information [Anthony Peluso Public Health, M.P.H]; Where Are They Now? [Samuel Kakraba Mathematical Sciences, M.S., 2015 Colton Watts Biology, M.S., 2014]; The Forgotten Law Enforcement Officers [Caitlin Botelho, Sociology, M.A.]; Asking the Right Questions [Jedaidah Chilufya Biology, M.S]; Where Are They Now? [Saundra Reynolds Liberal Studies, M.A.L.S., 2016 Kathleen Klik Psychology, Ph.D., 2015]; The Epidemiology of Hepatitis C [Yang Chen Public Health, Dr.P.H]; Criminal Justice and Sex Offenders [Maria Aparcero-Seuro Criminal Justice and Criminology, M.A.]; Student Affairs: …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Graduate Student Success Specialist [Ivy Buerkle Graduate Student Success Specialist]; Where Are They Now [Monique Richard Clinical Nutrition, M.S., 2013]; Where Are They Now [David Mazure Art, M.F.A., 2009]; Contemporary Printmaking [Art, M.F.A. Graduate Student: Marissa Angel]; Where Are They Now [Veronica Limeberry Liberal Studies, M.A.L.S., Gender and Diversity Studies, 2014]; Where Are They Now [Wilhelmina Van Dijk Early Childhood Special Education, M.Ed., 2014]; Defying Black Hyper-Masculinity [New Media Studio, M.A. Graduate Student: Benjamin Moten]; Accessible Literature for All [Special Education, M.Ed. Graduate Student: Andrew Baxter]; Where Are They Now [Adria Mclaughlin Sociology, M.A., …

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From the School of Graduate Studies; Where Are They Now? [Featuring Wendee White, Ariel Ford, Dr. Gene Couch & Tasha Keys]; Planning for Success [Dr. Wendy Doucette Graduate Studies Librarian]; Oregon’s Right to Choose: Decisions About Dying with Dignity [Sociology, M.A. Graduate Student: Erin Mauck]; When Pathogens Don’t Share Well: Exploring How Chlamydial Infections Prevent Herpes Virus Disease [Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D. Graduate Student: Jessica Slade]; Improving Education Through Research [Elementary Education, M. Ed. Graduate Student: Kelly Stapleton]; Controlling Lipid Synthesis [Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D. Graduate Student: Muhammad Mahbubur Rahman]; English [English, M.A. Graduate Student: Inga Sarkodie]; The Mechanism of Atr and …

Website Study: What Information Are Prospective Graduate Students Seeking?, James H. Lampley, Megan E. Owens

ETSU Faculty Works

The purpose of this website study was to get feedback from recently admitted students to discover if the site was meeting their needs and expectations for information regarding the program and processes. Websites are often the first contact a student has with a university and, especially for those seeking a degree online, could potentially leave students with more questions than answers. After a thorough examination of the current website, an open-ended survey was created and distributed through SurveyMonkey in an attempt to gather information regarding the content and usability of the current site. Because of the responses, changes were made …

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Where Are They Now? [Featuring Lucinda Langston & Larry Bowman]; Investigating the Protection Mechanism of DNA and Polypeptide Binding [Chemistry, M.S. Graduate Student: Modeste Tegomoh]; American Identity in Literature: Defining the Landscape of the 19th Century [English, M.A. Graduate Student: Jacob Vines]; The Perfect Balance: Combining Chaos Theory and Force Plate Analysis to Prevent Neurological Diseases [Biomedical Science, Ph.D. (Quantitative Bioscience) Graduate Student: Allison Hilbun]; Life in the Mounds: Using Ground Penetrating Radar to Discover a Buried Past [Geosciences, M.S. (Geospatial Analysis) Graduate Student: Jeremy Menzer]; Old Meets New: Using Technology to Create Large-Scale Digital Art Installation [New Media Studio, …

Website Study: What Information Are Prospective Graduate Students Seeking?, Megan E. Owens, James H. Lampley

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Where Are They Now? [Geoff Adebonojo & Marla Perna]; Evidence from the Earth: Researching Cranial Material of Mio-Pliocene Salamanders at the Gray Fossil Site [Geosciences, M.S. (Paleontology) Graduate Student: Hannah Darcy]; Healthy Plant-Based Fats: An Ongoing Exploration of Triacylglycerol Oil Accumulation in Plants [Biology, M.S. (Biology) Graduate Student: Parker Dabbs]; ETSU Housing and Residence Life [Dr. Bonnie Burchett]; The Creative Process: Paintings Inspired by History and Connectivity [Art, M.F.A. (Studio Art) Graduate Student: Katherine Block]; Maternal and Child Health: Informing and Encouraging Healthy Families [Public Health, Dr.P.H. (Epidemiology) Graduate Student: Marc Stevens, Jr.]

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Where Are They Now? ; Sitcom Science Using Social Science & Regional Resources to Create a Unique Project [Professional Communication, M.S. Graduate Student: Martin Becerra]; Where Are They Now? [Featuring Derrick Angermeier]; Understanding Grapefruit Enzymes: The Potential for Greater Health Benefits [Biology, Biomedical Science, M.S. Graduate Student: Olusegun “Adeboye” Adepoju]; Teaching Children to Read: The Importance of Knowledge Base for Pre-Service Teachers [Early Childhood Education, Ph.D. Graduate Student: Ruth Facun-Granadozo]; The Impact of Lower-Body Strength on Agility in Soccer [Sports Physiology and Performance, Ph.D. Graduate Student: Mark Chiang]; Research Grant Awards [2014-2015]

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Positive Effects [Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D Graduate Student: Dustin Cooper]; Using Interdisciplinary Studies to Understand the Formation and Development Effects of Public Policies [Liberal Studies. M.A.L.S. Graduate Student: Asongayi Venard]; Building a Healthy Lifestyle [Clinical Nutrition, M.S. Graduate Student: Emily Stern]; University Career Services [Dr. David Magee. Director Ruth Wilbanks, Information Research Technician Ii]; Where Are They Now? [Catherine Childress]; Where Are They Now? [Colleen Vasconcellos]; Classroom Activity [Nursing, M.S.N., R.0.D.P. (Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration) Graduate Student: Tonya Hensley]; Where Are They Now? [John Milstead]

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The Tennessee Military Maneuvers of 1941 [History, M.A. Graduate Student: Joshua Savage]; Creating New Technology at ETSU to Help Monitor Volcanoes [Geosciences, M.S. (Geospatial Analysis Concentration) Graduate Student: Richard Freeman]; Meet Your Personal Librarian; Where Are They Now? [Melissa Wilson]; Solving Puzzles with Algebra [Mathematical Sciences, M.S. Graduate Student: Amanda Justus]; Where Are They Now? [Raquel Fratta]; A Closer Look at Perceptions of Chinese Business [Professional Communication, M.A. Graduate Student: Xueyi LI]; Improving Care for Children with Cleft Lip & Palate [Communicative Disorders, M.S. (Speech Pathology Concentration)]; Where Are They Now? [Hilary Anne Gibson]

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Super Plants [Biology, M.S. (Biology Concentration) Graduate Student: Richard Sante]; Where Are They Now? [Neal Calvin Peterson]; Navigating Through Financial Aid [a Step-By-Step Guide]; Pregnancy and Violence in Appalachia [Psychology, Experimental Psychology Concentration, Ph.D. Graduate Student: Tifani Fletcher]; Where Are They Now? [Dr. Margie Tucker]; Nutrition and Dentistry [Clinical Nutrition, M.S. Graduate Student: Monique Richard]; Where Are They Now? [Meylin Mejia]; What Are You Looking At? [Professional Communication, M.A. Graduate Student: Mariam Ayad]; Research Grant Awards [2013-2014]

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Interstate Construction [Environmental Health, M.S.E.H. Graduate Student: Clara Mcclure]; Where Are They Now? [Christy Strong]; Aiming for Agility [Kinesiology and Sport Studies, M.A. (Exercise Physiology and Performance Concentration) Graduate Student: Joel Cowan]; Tips on How to Prepare for a Successful IRB Process; Where Are They Now? [Maria Julia Pestalardo]; On the Campaign Trail with Richard Nixon [History, M.A. Graduate Student: Niklas Trzaskowski]; Fat Phobia [Clinical Nutrition, M.S. Graduate Student: Sarah Welborn]; Where Are They Going? [John Wyatt Greenlee]; Reaching for Higher Ground [Public Health, Dr.P.H. (Community Health Concentration) Graduate Student: Emma Apatu]; Where Are They Going? [Logan Vess]

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Art, M.F.A. (Studio Art Concentration) [Sculpting Conversation with Melisa Cadell Graduate Student: Melisa Cadell]; History, M.A. [Charting European Nationalism Graduate Student: John Wyatt Greenlee]; Where Are They Now? Computer and Information Sciences, M.S. (Information Technology Concentration) [Megan Bradley]; Psychology, Experimental Psychology Concentration, Ph.D. [the Effect of Self-Compassion and Mindfulness on Depression Graduate Student: Jessica Williamson]; Where Are They Now? English, M.A. [Sean Levenson]; Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D. [Searching for the off Switch in Cancer Cell Replication Graduate Student: Moises Serrano]; Clinical Nutrition, M.S. [Nutrition on the .Net Graduate Student: Courtney Mckinney]; Where Are They Now? Kinesiology and Sport Studies, M.A. (Exercise …

A Graduate Student Mentoring Program To Develop Interest In Research, Mary E. Kiersma, Nicholas E. Hagemeier, Aleda M.H. Chen, Brittany Melton, Marwa Noureldin, Kimberly S. Plake

ETSU Faculty Works

Objective. To assess the impact of a graduate student mentoring program on student interest in research and postgraduate education and on graduate student confidence in mentoring.

Methods. Undergraduate and pharmacy students (mentees) and graduate students (mentors) were matched and participated in the study, which required them to engage in at least 2 discussions regarding research and careers. Mentees completed a pre- and post-assessment of their perceptions of research, postgraduate training plans, and perceptions about mentors. Mentors completed a pre- and post-assessment of their perceptions about themselves as mentors and their confidence in mentoring.

Results. Although there were no significant differences …

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Preventing Hearing Loss Among Dentists: The Long-Term Effects of High Frequency Drill Noise on the Human Ear; Fun with Physics: Using Ramps and Pathways to Spark Scientific Curiosity and Creativity in Kindergarteners; Suicide: The Importance of Problem Solving Skills; Unlocking the Secrets of Avocado Oil; Where Are They Now? [Kathryn Duvall]; Regional Factors; Where Are They Now?; Kinect to the Game;