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Stonehill Alumni Magazine Winter/Spring 2021, Stonehill College Office Of Communications And Media Relations

Stonehill Alumni Magazine

This issue of the magazine includes the following features:

• Ten Questions for Our New Provost Meet Dr. DeBrenna LaFa Agbényiga, who became the College s provost and vice president for academic afairs in December.

• Distinctively Stonehill SAM asked, What photo defnes Stonehill to you? Take a look at what we discovered.

• A Conversation with the CDC’s Sal Lucido ’89 For almost three decades, Salvatore Lucido ’89 has worked at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During an emergency, such as COVID-19, he says, “It s all-hands-on-deck. BY KIMBERLY LAWRENCE

• Building Stronger Bonds with BACES A new mentorship program pairs …

Teaching The Eleusinian Mysteries In An Outdoor Simulation, Paul Robertson

JRCA Pedagogy

I detail an active learning simulation around the Eleusinian Mysteries. I provide a concrete teaching activity with the dual goals of (1) providing experiential learning around ancient Mediterranean religion to engage those with minimal interest in the subject matter, and (2) providing ideas for outdoor instruction which may be advantageous due to health reasons, preference, and/or campus engagement. It is my hope that other instructors are able to freely adapt this lesson in their own classrooms

Somewhere I'Ve Never Been-Part Iii, John Lanci

JRCA Pedagogy

In this essay, I propose that we examine the implications of a shift of fundamental importance, a shift in the way we see ourselves in the classroom and the difficult changes we need to make in the power relationships traditionally at play in our work.4 What follows is not an analysis of power relationships in general, but thoughts about how power flows in the classroom, and how we might modify that flow to encourage more effective teaching and learning. My point: If we empower students to become not passive listeners but active collaborators, they will be more likely to invest …

Working With Practitioners And Learning Trajectories: Sharpening The Focus On Mathematical Reasoning In Grades 5-9, Dianne Siemon, Lorraine Day, Rosemary Callingham, Marj Horne

Education Conference Papers

This paper will report on the role of practitioners in a recent Australian study that developed empirically based learning and assessment frameworks (i.e. learning trajectories) for algebraic, geometrical, and statistical reasoning in the middle years of schooling. To understand the nature of the teachers’ role, the paper begins with a description of what is meant by ‘curriculum’ in Australia and the implications of this for teacher decision making and planning. We then provide a rationale for the study and a brief description of the methodology before illustrating how teachers were involved in the iterative research design through task development and …

Collaboration To Advance Racial Equity Through Education Abroad, Kati Bell, Galida Pitre Davis, Jennifer Donaghue

The Global Education Office | Staff Scholarship

This paper’s publication was originally intended to coincide with the March 14-15, 2020 Strategic Leadership Forum set to take place in New Orleans, LA. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak this event was rescheduled for later in fall 2020. Given the impact of COVID-19 and burgeoning focus on diversity, inclusion, and racial equity in education abroad the authors revised portions of this publication. This publication seeks to capture opportunities for international education leaders to collaborate with their counterparts in diversity, equity, and inclusion units to advance racial equity through education abroad and leverage this high-impact practice to advance student persistence, academic …

Southern Adventist University Graduate Catalog 2020-2021, Southern Adventist University

Catalog, Graduate

Southern Adventist University's graduate catalog for the academic year 2020-2021.

March 2021 Quicknotes, Southern Adventist University

QuickNotes – Advancement e-Newsletter

QuickNotes is an e-newsletter that comes from Advancement at Southern Adventist University. The March 2021 edition features the article, "Ken Shaw to Become 27th President of Southern Adventist University."

April 2021 Quicknotes, Southern Adventist University

QuickNotes – Advancement e-Newsletter

QuickNotes is an e-newsletter that comes from Advancement at Southern Adventist University. The April 2021 edition features the article, "Virtual Academic Summer Camps."

February 2021 Quicknotes, Southern Adventist University

QuickNotes – Advancement e-Newsletter

QuickNotes is an e-newsletter that comes from Advancement at Southern Adventist University. The February 2021 edition features the article, "Construction Update: Bietz Center for Student Life."

May 2021 Quicknotes, Southern Adventist University

QuickNotes – Advancement e-Newsletter

QuickNotes is an e-newsletter that comes from Advancement at Southern Adventist University. The May 2021 edition features the article, "Farewell Event Hosted for Dave and Cherie Smith."

September 2021 Quicknotes, Southern Adventist University

QuickNotes – Advancement e-Newsletter

QuickNotes is an e-newsletter that comes from Advancement at Southern Adventist University. The August 2021 edition features the article, "You are Invited to Attend Homecoming Weekend October 28-31."

Regarding Aoa, Undated, New England Foundation For Osteopathic Medicine

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Report from NEFOM on the effort to create an Osteopathic College at St. Francis College in Biddeford, Maine. The report discusses AOA accreditation and the role of St. Francis College.

Nefom Brochure, Undated, New England Foundation For Osteopathic Medicine

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

No abstract provided.

Working Paper For A Proposed New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Undated, New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

A white paper outlining the plan for a New England College of Osteopathic Medicine.

New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine Biddeford, Maine, Undated, Unknown

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

This report details the need for an Osteopathic medical school in New England.

Osteopathic Medical Education For New England, Undated, New England Foundation For Osteopathic Medicine

William F. Bergen, D.O. Collection

Booklet created by the New England Foundation for Osteopathic Medicine (NEFOM) discussing the need for Osteopathic Physicians and therefore a college of Osteopathic Medicine in New England.

Lawrence University Course Catalog, 2021-2022, Lawrence University

Course Catalogs

No abstract provided.

Southern Adventist University Undergraduate Catalog 2020-2021, Southern Adventist University

Catalog, Undergraduate

Southern Adventist University's undergraduate catalog for the academic year 2020-2021.

Introduction, Ebony Walden, Meghan Z. Gough

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

Introduction to the book Richmond Racial Equity Essays by the editors Ebony Walden and Meghan Z. Gough. The book is a collection of essays on creating racial equity in Richmond, Virginia.

The Bus Should Be Free, Wyatt Gordon, Faith Walker

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The authors advocate zero-fare transit for the Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) bus system.

When Black [Girls’] Lives Really Matter, Angela Patton

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author outlines ways Richmond can support Black women and girls. Her vision of an equitable Richmond is one where we see, hear, and celebrate Black girls. It’s one where we experience Black girl “magic,” and we give them every opportunity and resource to achieve and thrive.

Incarceration And Violence: Time For A Change, Ashley Diaz Mejias

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author explores the racist underpinnings of the prison system and states that if we, as a nation and as a local community, are serious about addressing the lasting harms of mass incarceration and reducing our prison population, and if we are serious about accountability and public safety, we have to address the relationship between incarceration and violence.

“Si, Yo Hablo Español”: Empowering Spanish-Speakers With Culturally And Linguistically Accessible Services, Gabriela Telepman

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

Based on her experience with the agency Latinos in Virginia Empowerment Center, the author defines an equitable Richmond as a city that recognizes the needs of the Spanish speaking population and commits to meeting those needs by providing adequate Spanish language services, with service providers service providers must act with empathy and imbed a bilingual, bicultural, and trauma-informed approach within their organizations.

The Dream And Reality Of An Afro-Latina: El Sueño Y La Realidad De Una Afrolatina, Shanteny A. Jackson

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author explores the state of Latinos and Afro Latinos in Richmond in the context of her goal of creating culturally sensitive spaces for dialogue and celebration of Latino ancestry, history, and culture; promoting leadership that reflects the community being served; and establishing equitable distribution of power.

The Role Of The Business Community In Creating A More Equitable Richmond, Brian Anderson

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author discusses the recommendations of the task force formed by ChamberRVA, the regional Chamber of Commerce for Greater Richmond, following the murder of George Floyd. The task force defined three primary strategic imperatives for the business community, which they believe will create a more equitable Richmond region. They believe the business community needs to: 1) Adopt more equitable policies and processes and make a commitment to embed diversity, equity and inclusion into their organizations. 2) Develop initiatives that elevate students of color to create more pathways to viable careers and economic mobility. 3) Remove barriers in the supplier ecosystem …

A Rich Education, Benjamin P. Campbell

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author outlines the background of Richmond (and Virginia)'s educational inequity, stating that the most direct route to racial equity in metropolitan Richmond is what he calls a Rich Education for all, by way of Rich Schools. He demonstrates how poverty must be addressed to bring about racial equity, by first addressing educational equity, which must address educational wealth.

Expanding The Geography Of Opportunity And Ownership, Maritza E. Mercado Pechin

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author, a city planner, defines an equitable Richmond as a city where all Richmonders have equal or equivalent access to goods, services, status, rights, power, and amenities. She outlines four ideas to help Richmond expand physical and ownership access: rewriting the zoning ordinance; reconnecting the city; establishing programs that increase generational wealth; expanding engagement and education of city planning.

Neighborhood Self-Determination And The Vision For Racial Equity, Michael H. Smith

Richmond Racial Equity Essays: Individual Essays

The author outlines his ideas of how values of the Black Baptist church can inform the development of racial equity in methods of engagement, decision-making, and economic investment in Richmond neighborhoods. These values are respect of elders, solidarity in the pursuit of joy, trust and love of one's neighbor, and determination for collective liberation.

Persistence And Academic Performance Of Medical Students In Online Learning Environment During The Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown, Mohsin M. Syed, Noor Akhter, Mohamed Ibrahim, Laura C. Stanley

Faculty Publications - Curriculum & Instruction

Government response to the COVID 19 pandemic in the spring of 2020 came as a wave of physical closures requiring sudden change in the method of instruction from face-to-face to a completely online. Assessment of students adaptation to this change during emergency lockdown is the focus of this study. We used a One-way ANOVA to compare pandemic and pre-pandemic Performance of First Year medical students at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in the brain and behavior module. Students’ test scores related to perception of persistence levels was studied using correlation analysis. In addition, a regression analysis was performed …

Unraveled Fall 2020 & Winter 2021, Southern Adventist University

Unraveled - School of Education and Psychology Newsletter

The Fall 2020 and Winter 2021 issue of Unraveled features the article "Telehealth Services in the Age of a Pandemic." Additionally, this issue features an alumni spotlight and faculty changes within the department.