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Hyper-Dimensional Computing and its Applications in tinyML
Get PDFAs computing systems enter the realm of nano form levels, new fields of computational development have spawned, each posing their own set of challenges. Amongst these fields is Tiny Machine Learning (tinyML), which aims to install machine learning on tiny embedded systems. The restrictions imposed upon algorithms by the limited hardware of nano-scale tiny systems make contemporary approaches to machine learning non-contenders. Hyperdimensional computing is an approach to representing data as high-dimensional vectors which allows for one-pass encoding and quick all-encompassing comparison operations via an associative memory. This approach is power-efficient, robust, and can be done in-memory, all of which make it a viable candidate for tinyML
Depending on the Kindness of Strangers: Learning Hard Things on Twitch
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Don\u27t Pop My Bubble: The Conundrum of Cultural Codes and Meeting in the Middle
Get PDFThe question of navigating cultural codes and nuances has been widely debated in the field of interpreting, with scholars advocating either for interpreters to be active cultural mediators for the people they are interpreting for, or to steer on the side of remaining culturally neutral. However, these perspectives have not adequately addressed the issue of cultural collisions and unspoken norms that may be prevalent in the backgrounds of the interpreters themselves, namely those located in Minnesota. My paper addresses the issue of cultural assimilation in interpreting, with special attention to the implicit cultural rules prevalent in Minnesota. The specific material examined in this autoethnography includes personal narratives and anecdotes related to navigating the clash between Scandinavian cultural roots and the influx of immigrants from diverse backgrounds in Minnesota, most notably Colombian culture. In my autoethnography, I will be looking at personal experiences and narratives of cultural collisions, emphasizing the challenges posed by unspoken social rules. I aim to show the impact of implicit cultural norms on interpersonal relationships and the need for interpreters to embrace a meeting in the middle approach. I will discuss the reservedness, avoidance of physical affection, and passive aggressiveness ingrained in the Minnesotan mindset, juxtaposed against the more expressive and touch-oriented cultural practices of latino immigrants. Through these comparisons, I intend to reveal the previously misunderstood connections between cultural assimilation and effective communication in interpreting. I argue that interpreters must cultivate self-awareness, cultural sensitivity, and communicative autonomy to bridge the gap between diverse cultural perspectives, not only for the users of the interpreting service, but also for the interpreters themselves. In conclusion, this project, by closely examining personal narratives and cultural clashes, sheds new light on the neglected issue of implicit cultural norms in Minnesota and emphasizes the crucial role of interpreters in fostering cross-cultural understanding through a meeting in the middle approach
\u27Chokecherry Ripening Moon\u27 or ‘Čhaŋphá šá wí’ (July)
No full text‘Čhaŋphá šá wí’ is Chokecherry Ripening Moon, which typically happens during July. Like Strawberry Ripening Moon, this month indicates that the Chokecherry bushes are ready to be harvested.
Illustration of a pail with Chokecherries inside, indicating they had just been harvested. A blue bird is sitting on top of the pail, with a Chokecherry branch on each side. There is a yellow circle in the background, which represents the moon or the month.https://digitalcommons.morris.umn.edu/calendar_posters/1011/thumbnail.jp
\u27Deer Antler Shedding Moon\u27 or \u27thahé čapšuŋ wí’ (November)
No full textThe month of November in Dakota is referred to as Deer Antler Shedding Moon, or ‘thahé čapšuŋ wí’. This signifies the end of the mating season for Deer and the beginning of winter. Once their mating season is over, male deer will shed their antlers as their testosterone levels drop. In Dakota culture, they believe that the seasons of the animals tell us what is to happen next. Therefore, they are significant markers of when the seasons begin to change.
An illustration of a deer with large antlers standing, behind the deer is a bright, yellow full moon. To the left of the deer on the ground is a shed antler.https://digitalcommons.morris.umn.edu/calendar_posters/1007/thumbnail.jp
Project Acknowledgements
No full textThank you to all those who have contributed to this project! First and foremost I would like to thank the Intercultural Sustainable Leaders program, put together by Troy Goodnough and Clement Loo. Without this program, students like me would not have had the opportunity to create a project like this! They were exponentially helpful to the creation of this project and a great sounding board when necessary. Holly Young, our artist, was gracious enough to create this artwork! Her contact information is below if you, for any reason, would like to reach out! Dr. Michelle R Montgomery has helped fund our Intercultural Sustainability Leaders Program and this project. Without her, we would not have been able to complete the work that we have and she has been a great support system within our team!
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James G. Schryver
No full textSchryver, Jimmy and T. Finan. “Castle Strategy and the Rock of Lough Key. In Rethinking Medieval Ireland and Beyond, edited by Vicky McAlister and Linda Shine, 56-74. Leiden: Brill, December 2022.https://digitalcommons.morris.umn.edu/cosa2024/1024/thumbnail.jp