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IPO Newsletter, March 2024
Get PDFNewsletter of the International Programs Office including information for study abroad, international students at SUNY Cortland, and contact information.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/intlprograms/1017/thumbnail.jp
Ephemeral legacy
Get PDFRecently, my thoughts have centered on the problem of legacy. How do we forge bonds with other humans? What happens on an interpersonal level when these humans pass away, or when we pass, and they continue in life? How do queer spaces consistently offer deeper phenomena of interpersonal legacies; how does death operate as generational catalyst? I am particularly interested in putting these questions in the context of queer spaces. In queer culture, kinship is formed in ways that break from typical western notions of kinship. Despite being incoherent to western notions of family, queer bonds are extremely strong (Bradway and Freeman). In essence, I found myself comparing blood kinship with queer kinship, which takes atypical forms
CHALLENGING THE GLASS CEILING: GENDER AND IDENTITY IN KANAN DEVI’S MY HOMAGE TO ALL (2013)
Get PDFThis paper deals with the Bengali stage and screen actor Kanan Devi’s autobiography titled Shobarey Aami Nomi (originally published in 1973) which was translated as My Homage to All (2013) and tries to analyse the concept of glass ceiling in terms of her myriad experiences over the course of her career. The paper situates the transitions taking place in the 1920s and 1930s in the cinematic space and the emergence of female actors in the public sphere. Against this background, the paper attempts to examine how Kanan Devi defied the prevalent patriarchal set up of the theatres and studios and the dominant hegemonic male ideologies of the time that restricted her from moving beyond the glass ceiling and asserting her voice. The paper highlights the unfavorable incidents of sexual harassment that she faced in her profession and how she challenged the existing barriers. Further, by employing narrative analysis the paper situates the autobiography at the intersection of class, gender and identity and uncovers the nuanced experiences ingrained in the account
How to Bring SUNY Cortland Physical Education Students Success
No full textMy topic consisted of a presentation that helped prepare my students for their journey throughout the physical education program here at Cortland. SUNY Cortland Physical Education is a program that is known for being one of the best in the country. There are times were it can get extremely hectic for students, so I felt that this presentation would help my COR 101 students learn how to be successful in this major, as well as an overall college student. College can be an extremely challenging and stressful transition. I provided my students with a presentation that went over topics that can lead them to success.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/cor101posters/1080/thumbnail.jp
Mental Health Matters - Importance of Mental Health and Where To Get Help
No full textThe topic I chose to inform my students on was mental health and where to get help at SUNY Cortland. I wanted to focus on this because Sport Management is a male-dominated field and the stigma around men and their mental health is a real issue. This was for the students who had no clue where to get help or struggle speaking up. This is specifically important for first-year students because they leave their support systems at home and may struggle with that major adjustment. A study the American College Health Association (ACHA) published in 2022 that surveyed roughly 54,000 undergraduate students. It showed, “about 77% of students experienced some kind of psychological distress, either moderate or severe. 54% experienced loneliness, and 30% had exhibited suicidal behavior” (Mininsohn, 2024). This leads me to my next point where students need help but do not do anything about it. For example, a Spring 2023 Student Voice survey by Inside Higher Ed and College Pulse found, “63% of students had not used any college mental health resources” (Mowreader, 2024). Getting help now only leads to a healthier college experience and a positive relationship with speaking about problems that only benefits them as they grow. SUNY Cortland offers free counseling at the counseling center in Van Housen B-44 and B-1 for in person or call them anytime at this number 607-753-4728 for mental health emergencies.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/cor101posters/1078/thumbnail.jp
Preparation for Registration
No full textRegistration is a very stressful time for students. I hoped that through my lesson I would be able to show the students all the tools they need to register for classes. By showing them the exact process, and simplifying it for them, I hoped to ease their worries, and make it a less stressful time for them. I did this by actively going through my registration process, and giving them all of the tips and tricks that I have learned during my time registering for classes here at Cortland.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/cor101posters/1084/thumbnail.jp
SUNY Cortland Student Clubs & Organizations - Understanding and identifying which student organizations align with your academic and personal goals
No full textThis lesson aimed to increase students\u27 awareness of the diverse co-curricular involvement opportunities available on campus, emphasizing the positive impact such involvement can have on personal and professional growth. Research by the Center for the Study of Student Life at The Ohio State University found a direct link between co-curricular engagement and enhanced career readiness, with involved students rated more hireable and prepared by employers than their uninvolved peers (Center for the Study of Student Life, 2020). Drawing from this research, the lesson introduced students to various campus clubs at SUNY Cortland, including academic, cultural, artistic, and sports organizations, as well as fraternities and sororities. Students identified three clubs they were interested in exploring further, with the goal of inspiring active engagement and showcasing the long-term benefits of involvement. By raising awareness of campus resources and encouraging active participation, this lesson contributes to students\u27 academic and career success.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/cor101posters/1098/thumbnail.jp
Do More Than Earn Your Degree
No full textThe topic I chose was personal development while at Cortland. I chose this topic because it\u27s something I believe is one of the most important but also obtainable goals while completing your degree. It\u27s also something that I have strived for myself, and I have a lot of knowledge and valuable advice to give regarding it. Personal development during college comes in a lot of different forms. In college, through classes, relationships, and other interactions students learn various skills in critical thinking, teamwork, and collaborating (Ways of personal development during college years, 2018). However, just going to class and earning a degree won\u27t give you all the necessary skills and experiences to succeed in the real world. Cortland has so many more opportunities to offer students that foster becoming the best version of yourself for the future which is an important part of growing as a person (Finch, 2024). Through internships, part-time jobs, volunteer opportunities, or random involvement Cortland has an opportunity for everyone to further their development, inside or outside their field of study. In 3 years from now when new incoming students receive their degrees I want them to walk across that stage, having done more than earn the grade to receive a piece of paper but also reneged in activities that will take them further than they could have ever imagined.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/cor101posters/1074/thumbnail.jp
Social Media Reliance and College Students\u27 Tendency to Conform to Online Behaviors and Trends
Get PDFThe importance of social media is undeniable among college students who frequently turn to online platforms as a form of recreation. While researchers have analyzed the influence of social media on emotional factors, fewer researchers have investigated if reliance on social media has an impact on public behavior and conformity habits. Therefore, the current study assesses if user reliance on two common platforms, TikTok and Instagram, are associated with conformity levels. Data collection came from a sample of 124 college-aged participants. Results found a significant correlation between conformity and Instagram reliance (r = .31, p \u3c .001), as well as conformity and TikTok reliance (r = .32, p \u3c .001), such that higher levels of conformity was associated with higher reliance on Instagram and TikTok. These findings highlight the importance of understanding how consumption of social media has the potential to alter the decisions and behaviors of young adults
GIS Analysis of Redlining on Urban Forest Composition in New York City
No full textWhat impact does the history of redlining have on forest composition in neighborhoods of cities in upstate New York State? The practice of redlining, or discriminatory lending practices, as evidenced by the 1930’s era Homeowners Owners Loan Corporation (HOLC) maps is well known to have affected neighborhood property values. The web GIS tools from the Mapping Inequality: Redlining in New Deal America project are integrated with urban forestry data sources here to examine potential linkages between the legacy of ‘redlined’ properties and their forest composition. The Mapping Inequality data are scanned images of the HOLC maps, downloadable GIS data files, and in web GIS data format (e.g., GeoJSON) for direct placement into web GIS applications. Spatial analysis of percent tree canopy cover for fifty three neighborhoods classified into four categories of desirability was conducted in New York City. Results indicate a substantial difference in tree canopy cover among neighborhood classifications, with a neighborhood low of zero percent and high of 68.8% forested. However, limited differences were found in median tree canopy cover among the highest and lowest rated neighborhoods. The analysis is supplemented with a ‘visual dictionary’ of urban tree canopy types taken from field data in the areas Industry City and Little Haiti/Prospect Park in Brooklyn and 116th Street in Harlem. This project adds additional insight into the value of urban tree canopy cover as an indicator of inequalities in property values, home ownership rates, and in resilience to climate change.https://digitalcommons.cortland.edu/posters/1053/thumbnail.jp