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Pauletti Islands of Emotion Citizenship
No full textA student contributes a paper to Dr. Rachel Pauletti\u27s J-Term class\u27s eight-foot-tall interactive structure, Islands of Emotion, (SDG#3: Good Health and Well-Being) displayed in Christine\u27s Park at the Citizenship Celebration on Feb. 3, 2023. The celebration is the culminating event for Citizenship Project that showcases final projects.
Judges at the Celebration gave the class an award for Outstanding Creativity.https://spiral.lynn.edu/lynn-timeline_photos/1136/thumbnail.jp
Social Media Monitoring and the Admissions Process: A Study of College Admissions Officers\u27 Use of Social Media in Undergraduate Application Review
No full textThis study explored the evolving role of social media in college admissions, focusing on the perceptions and practices of admissions professionals following the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 decision on Affirmative Action. The research, utilizing a descriptive design, employed a 31-question anonymous survey administered to a convenience sample of 532 admissions representatives. The findings directly contradict the public and media narrative by revealing a profound paradox: while social media monitoring is not a widespread professional practice, its impact on admissions outcomes for a notable portion of applicants is demonstrably significant.
The study found a majority of respondents believe evaluating applicants based on social media could lead to bias (87.37%), and a large proportion of institutions have no formal policy governing the practice (77.63%). These results contribute to a deeper understanding of how admissions professionals navigate this contentious issue, demonstrating a significant disconnect between perceived media influence and actual admissions practice. The findings inform future educational initiatives for both students and institutions, advocating for clearer guidelines and increased transparency in the admissions process
Sit, Stay, and Teach: Exploring Teachers\u27 Perceptions of Facility Dogs\u27 Impact on Stress and Retention
No full textThe teaching profession remains at a high level of workplace stress, a factor contributing to teacher burnout and turnover. The study examines how teachers in K-12 public education perceived that facility dogs might reduce stress, increase job satisfaction, and aid in teacher retention in public schools of a southeastern state. The study employed a qualitative, cross-sectional survey that was emailed to 112,546 educators from a LISTSERV request. A total of 1,242 individuals provided informed consent and completed the survey, which consisted of Likert-scale measurement items, open-ended questions, and an informational video inserted to achieve a common understanding of the facility dog concept.
Nearly three-quarters of the respondents reported feeling stressed often or always, and approximately 69% indicated that they had considered leaving the profession due to stress, according to the survey results. The response was overwhelmingly positive in terms of teachers’ perceptions of facility dogs as a support. Over 86% agreed that facility dogs could help alleviate anxiety, and 87% thought they would enhance job satisfaction. Open-ended responses characterized dogs as calming and supportive, while also boosting morale; far fewer teachers expressed practical concerns, such as the program’s cost, daily care, or training requirements.
Altogether, this evidence indicates that facility dogs can help improve teacher well-being and retention when purposefully introduced as a resource. The research highlights the opportunity presented by human–animal interactions as a low-cost, high-impact tool to enrich the emotional climate of schools and the professional quality of life for teachers
Experiential Programming Amidst COVID-19 Recovery
No full textThis study examines the evolution of experiential programs (EPs) at luxury resorts in the United States following the COVID-19 pandemic. EPs, essential to resort competitiveness, have experienced significant transformations to address post-pandemic demands for safety, authenticity, and local experiences. The study utilizes a typology framework to analyze EPs at 38 luxury resorts across 19 states. Data were collected through resorts’ brand.com websites and phoning luxury resort concierge desks to inquire about on-site EPs, compiling a list of EPs for comparison. The findings indicate that while many resorts provide similar EPs – such as guided hikes, mixology classes, and cultural workshops – some destinations, like South Carolina, offer more distinctive and innovative options. Resorts in Arizona, Florida, and Hawaii, in particular, often feature similar programming, indicating industry-wide challenges in differentiating EPs. This study is novel in demonstrating that EPs have evolved from mere marketing add-ons into fundamental brand elements and tools for cultural preservation within luxury resorts. It presents empirical evidence of resilience and adaptation in EPs post-pandemic, challenging previous findings that indicated a decline in guest experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, it highlights a burgeoning trend of EP homogenization across various resort contexts, exposing a disparity between authentic local storytelling and standardized programming
COBM Adjunct Faculty Newsletter: Spring I
No full textCollege of Business and Management Adjunct Faculty Newsletter: Spring I, Block A & Bhttps://spiral.lynn.edu/bus-adjunctnews/1020/thumbnail.jp
Roger Voisin Memorial Trumpet Competition 2026
No full textFounder and Artistic Director Marc Reese
Judges Mireia Farrés Caleb Hudson Robert Sullivan
Composer Kenneth Frazelle Commissioned work: Blue Ridge Airs IV
Pianists Sheng-Yuan Kuan Lisa Leonard Tatiana Lokhina Galen Dean Peiskee, Jr.
Competition Schedule January 14, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. - Semi-final round January 15, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. - Judge\u27s recital January 16, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. - Final round and award ceremonyhttps://spiral.lynn.edu/conservatory_voisin/1004/thumbnail.jp