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Food For Thought: Eating Habits Of College Freshmen Examined Through The Socio-Ecological Model, Malia T. Morris Ms.

Undergraduate Theses, Professional Papers, and Capstone Artifacts

The purpose of this project is to assess the dietary habits of college freshmen living in on-campus housing. A review of the literature regarding college student eating behavior is completed and examined through the socio-ecological model in order to identify key determinants affecting students’ meal choices. The second component of this project develops potential intervention plans specifically designed for UM students to improve eating habits campus wide.

Evaluation Of A Web-Based Performance Program For Wildland Firefighters, José M. Peña Cueto

Graduate Student Theses, Dissertations, & Professional Papers

Introduction: In an effort to increase work capacity and reduce occupational injury rates and mortality rates among wildland firefighters, a web-based performance program named The Black was developed. The training program was designed to provide evidence-based training specific to wildland firefighters’ needs.

Purpose: A formative and process evaluation of the program was conducted to study the user rates, and user’s attitudes and preferences regarding the program during the pilot of its first phase.

Methodology: A sequential mixed-methods design was utilized for this evaluation. Qualitative interviews were conducted with firefighters who attended an introductory seminar. Interview data was utilized by program …