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GROUNDWATER ARSENIC CONTAMINATION IN THE ORO GRANDE WASH
No full textThis study investigates the distribution of naturally occurring arsenic in groundwater within the Oro Grande Wash in San Bernardino County, California. Depth-discrete groundwater quality data were collected over multiple years using nested and Westbay monitoring wells. Water quality results showed higher levels of arsenic in the deeper aquifers, ranging between 600 feet and 1,000 feet below ground surface. Arsenic levels in these regions reached as high as 66 µg/L. At roughly 800 feet and below, water quality data from the wells reveal that arsenic concentrations exceeded the 10 µg/L maximum contaminant level (MCL) in 87% of cases. These data provide a baseline for evaluating the potential impacts of artificial recharge at the Amethyst Basin, a facility constructed between 2017 and 2019 as Phase 2 of the Mojave Water Agency’s (MWA) Basin Recharge Plan. The basin, operated by the San Bernardino County Flood Control District in collaboration with regional agencies, was designed for both groundwater recharge and flood mitigation and is connected to the California Aqueduct.
Previous pilot recharge tests in the area, conducted by MWA and the U.S. Geological Survey, demonstrated the feasibility of artificial recharge. However, concerns remain regarding the mobilization or redistribution of arsenic, which may pose risks to groundwater quality and public health. Arsenic concentrations exceeding regulatory limits have been observed at certain depths, particularly under reducing conditions that may be affected by recharge activities.
Understanding arsenic behavior in response to recharge is critical for protecting drinking water supplies. As MWA prepares for future recharge operations in the Oro Grande Wash, continued monitoring and geochemical evaluation are essential to assess risks, inform management decisions, and ensure the long-term sustainability and safety of the groundwater resources
Rise Above!! Second-Wave Post Punk/ Hardcore in Orange County, 1977-1983
No full textPost-punk and Hardcore played a pivotal role in creating a youth identity in Orange County that created a stark contrast to the more recognized Republican image of O.C. during the late 1970s and early 1980s. While historians view this era of California for its Republican ties with former presidents such as Ronald Reagan and Richard Nixon, we overlook the much more underground, yet important, identity created by many of the adolescents and young adults during this time. Though it is essential to recognize these Republican ties as they play a key role in understanding political dynamics and cultural studies that helped define the late 1970s and early 80’s in California, it’s essential to look beyond at what was going on a macro scale and start to look at the county in a more micro context. Throughout this thesis, I aim to examine the overall youth movement centered in Orange County during these years. The overall goal is to gain an understanding of how groups of rejected “punk” adolescents created an underground movement that shaped the entire culture and sound of an entire state, yet remains neglected and ignored by much of today’s California history. By examining their fight, struggles, music, and culture, I hope to bring the conversation of Punk rock, Post-Punk, and hardcore into the same conversation as Grassroots Republicanism in Orange County, California. In doing so, I hope to contribute to the overall California Historiography by expanding the existing textbooks on California history to include the “punk” movement developed here, as it provides a richer understanding of our state\u27s political and cultural history
Celeste D. Williams
Get PDFDolores Armstead interviewed Celeste D. Williams, a woman with history in the military and the Inland Empire. Williams began the recording by speaking on her military service, which began in 1979 when she became an Army Reservist. She also spoke on being the first African American female commander in San Bernardino’s Legion Post 710 as well as memories of local leaders. The interviewee went over the lack of Black history taught in her youth and how the racism she saw and faced shaped her goal to change her life. After speaking on Civil Rights leaders such as Mrs. Carter as well as her thankfulness to Barack Obama, she spoke on San Bernardino’s issues. The city deals with racism between ethnic groups, crime, and vagrant buildings. She hoped to see a change in the city since she lived there and did not like to see little positive progress from local leaders. The interview ended with the people who influenced her life, such as her father and grandmother
The Effectiveness of School-Based Mental Health Services on School-Aged Children\u27s Mental Health
Get PDFThe presented study intended to determine the impact a local School- Based Mental Health (SBMH) program had on the Mental Health (MH) symptoms of school-aged children receiving services. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the SBMH program by comparing the intensity of students’ mental health symptoms pre and post treatment services. Conducting the study was significant, as the results highlighted the need for SBMH services by emphasizing on the impact on the mental and behavioral health symptoms of school-age children. Researcher’s utilized data analysis which consisted of thirty random samples of secondary/archival data. This study focused on a quantitative, one-group, t-test paired sample research method to evaluate the impact of the intervention on the severity of students’ mental health symptoms pre and post treatment. The results of this study demonstrated a statistical significance in the impact of the intervention on the severity of MH symptoms reported by high school students, Pre (M=20, SD=11.489) to Post treatment (M=14.17, SD=8.931), t=(5), p=.087; the MH symptoms associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, specifically for Excessive Worry Pre (M=2.17, SD=1.169) to Excessive Worry Post (M=.83, SD=0753), t=(5), p=.010; and for Panic Attacks Pre (M=.33, SD=.816) to Panic Attacks Post (M=.17, SD=.408), t=(5), p=.000. The study suggests that SBMH services are of value to school-aged children; more specificallyto high school students and students experiencing mental health symptoms associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Future studies may focus on evaluating the quality of SBMH programs. Furthermore, future studies may evaluate parent and school staff assessment of students MH symptoms pre and post treatment
ON LEGISLATING CYBERCRIME: NIGERIAN, SOUTH AFRICAN, AND UNITED KINGDOM PERSPECTIVES
Get PDFCybercrime has evolved to be a menacing challenge to all the countries of the globe. Consequently, it has become necessary for effective laws and policies to be enacted and implemented globally. This paper aims to review the cybercrime legislation of three jurisdictions: Nigeria, South Africa, and the United Kingdom (UK), to examine how each country has conceptualised and legislated cybercrime. The paper begins with a discussion on the definitional considerations necessary for legislating cybercrime. It draws from the Council of Europe Convention on Cybercrime (Budapest Convention) as the primary international convention on cybercrimes, to analyse some of the specific provisions in the laws of the respective countries. It then proceeds to unpack some of the specific provisions in the respective laws and discusses the offence relating to cyberforgery. It considers the offence from a different perspective in each jurisdiction. It examines the crime of cyberforgery by laying the descriptive foundation of the cybercrime in the South African Cybercrimes Act; then briefly considers the role of data insecurity from the UK perspective and finally comments on the challenge it poses for e-commerce from a Nigerian lens. Ultimately, the findings reveal that each country has unique strengths and weaknesses, resulting in varied experiences of cybercrime
FIRST-GENERATION LATINAS IN HIGHER EDUCATION RAISES PROBLEMS IN MENTAL HEALTH
Get PDFFirst-Generation Latina Students (FGLS) pursuing higher education in social work experience more anxiety and stress. This qualitative research study explored the components that contributed to FGLS anxiety and stress. One-on-one interviews were conducted with twelve First-Generation Latina Students pursuing a graduate degree in social work. The two theories that helped better understand the mental health factors that FGLS encountered were the bioecological systems theory and narrative theory. The bioecological systems theory was applied to explore participants’ different ecological systems. The narrative theory was utilized as a framework for participants to share their first-hand experiences in a graduate program. The information obtained was categorized into five themes: balancing the professional and personal life, financial challenges, navigating academics and personal development, stigma and perception in the culture, and healthy coping mechanisms. The lack of family knowledge and insufficient resources were two major factors that contributed to FGLS’ high anxiety and stress. Most participants reported feeling less supported by their families due to their family members\u27 lack of understanding of higher education, which increased their anxiety and stress. FGLS faced a lack of resources in their master’s program which led to high anxiety and stress. Providing FGLS with resources and educating their families about the demands of a master’s program is beneficial for their support in higher education. This research study helps conclude that FGLS mental health matters and there should be more guidance and support provided to FGLS
Facilitating Interprofessional Collaboration to Support AAC Users: A Feasibility and Impact Study
Get PDFThis study explores the efficacy and challenges of interprofessional learning opportunities for preservice special education teachers and speech-language pathologists through a novel Interprofessional Summit. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research examined how interdisciplinary collaboration impacts the preparation of these professionals for working with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) communicators in inclusive settings. Data were collected from a small convenience sample of participants at a single university, focusing on the process rather than outcomes of interprofessional engagement. Through content and thematic analysis of summit facilitation guides, participant artifacts, and post-summit surveys, findings revealed high levels of engagement and fidelity to the summit\u27s objectives. Mentor feedback underscored the participants\u27 consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and pragmatic considerations for AAC communicators\u27 needs. The study highlights the potential of interprofessional education in fostering comprehensive educational strategies that address the holistic needs of AAC communicators. The study contributes to the dialogue on overcoming institutional and structural barriers to effective interprofessional collaboration in educator preparation programs
Tangible Worth in Virtual Worlds: Leveraging Video Games for Play, Empowerment, and Community
Get PDFVideo games have become a mainstream form of entertainment that are played regularly by many around the world, including a large number of youth with disabilities (YwD). Video games’ popular presence in our society has created exciting new opportunities for student learning that educators who work with YwD can leverage for both skill acquisition and increased social interactions. This is especially true given that screens have become one of the most consistent and accessible ways of maintaining human contact, despite physical distances, since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the isolation that accompanied it. This paper is specifically focused on the video game play of transition-aged YwD, and the social skill, leisure play, and social connection benefits that exist for them when engaging in game play in virtual spaces. The benefits of including video game play in transition planning and recommendations for educators who wish to incorporate it into their practice are included
