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Episode 1: Leaping Higher: Arika Harbo’s Journey from Champion to Caregiver
No full textIn this episode of CSP Nursing: Beyond the Call Light, we sit down with Arika Harbo, Concordia University, St. Paul\u27s most decorated track and field athlete, four-time national high jump champion, and 2022 nursing graduate. From competing in the U.S. Olympic Trials to earning her MBA in Healthcare Management, Arika shares how her drive for excellence has shaped her path as both a student-athlete and a nurse, making an impact beyond the arena
Examining the Impact of a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program on High School Students\u27 Health and Well-being
Full text linkThis dissertation examined the impact of a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) on high school students’ perceived physical, mental, emotional, and academic wellness. Using a mixed-methods design, data were collected from 701 pre-surveys, 175 post-surveys, 603 post-intervention impact surveys, and two student focus group interviews. The yearlong CSPAP intervention was implemented using the CDC’s seven-step framework at a public charter high school during the 2024–2025 academic year. Quantitative results revealed statistically significant improvements in students’ self-reported physical health, mental wellness, emotional resilience, and academic engagement, with mental health and perceived enjoyment of physical activity showing the strongest gains. Perceived barriers such as time, motivation, and access declined notably. Qualitative analysis reinforced these trends, with students describing enhanced mood, focus, and motivation, and a greater understanding of how physical activity supports academic and emotional regulation. Focus groups highlighted the program’s inclusivity, cultural fit, and practicality, and revealed how student leadership and staff modeling contributed to a school-wide shift in wellness culture. Overall, the CSPAP was perceived as an effective, multi-component strategy for increasing physical activity engagement and fostering a healthier school environment. This study offers actionable insights for educators, administrators, and policymakers seeking to reduce barriers to activity and support student well-being through structured physical activity programs
Female Sexual Offenders: An Underrecognized, Underreported, and Underresearched Population
Full text linkThis paper explored female sexual offenders and described how their crimes are underrecognized, underreported, and underresearched. Women commit part of all sexual crimes against children, although prevalence rates are hotly debated. Research demonstrates that female offenders are often their victims\u27 mothers, caregivers, or other relatives. This societal role leads to difficulty in recognizing that this type of abuse exists. Media portrayals often cast female offenders in the role of victims themselves or cast the abuse in a positive light. Females are often the producers of online child sex abuse material, and more research is needed on this understudied topic as well.
Female offenders engage in grooming behaviors that make their behaviors harder to discern. Females are less likely to be arrested and prosecuted, and they often receive lighter sentences. Victims of female sexual offenders experience negative effects that are far-reaching and generate feelings of betrayal and shame. The writer explored the characteristics of female sexual offenders, the barriers to identifying this type of abuse, and the characteristics of the victims that facilitate this type of abuse. The grooming behaviors employed by female offenders, their portrayal in the media, as well as barriers to implementing treatment were also discussed. Future areas of research were discussed, including the need for more empirical research on female sexual offenders, the lack of gender-specific risk assessment tools, and implications for female sexual offender treatment
Mobility, Pain-Interference, Lower Limb Strength, Sex and Age Predict Elevated Rates of Injurious Falls Among Individuals
Full text linkIndividuals prescribed lower limb orthoses (IPLLO) represent a diverse clinical population with elevated risk for falls and associated injuries. While fall rates have been documented in subpopulations such as those with stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, little is known about injurious fall rates among the broader IPLLO community. This study investigates the incidence of injurious falls in IPLLO and examines whether self-reported mobility, pain interference, clinically assessed lower limb strength, sex, and age can predict fall risk. Using validated instruments—the Orthotic Patient Reported Outcome–Mobility (OPRO-M), PROMIS Pain Interference short form, and the Motricity Index—data were analyzed through logistic regression models to identify predictors of injurious falls. Findings suggest that impaired mobility, elevated pain interference, and reduced lower limb strength, alongside demographic factors of sex and age, contribute to higher odds of injurious falls. These results underscore the importance of early screening and targeted interventions to mitigate fall risk in this population
Impact of Advisory on Differentiated Instruction in Middle Schools
No full textThis literature review studied existing research in the areas of middle school advisory, mental health of students, and social-emotional learning and its impact on student achievement. Research regarding the purpose of advisory, along with partnering with families to be a part of their middle school student’s education, was also examined. The purpose of these themes was to find a correlation between relationships and knowledge of students outside of the curricular areas and the impact it may have on abilities for teachers to differentiate for students. This research focused primarily on middle school studies, with some information on elementary and high school included. Both international and United States studies were considered to gain a global perspective on the academic and social-emotional education of students. Insights from research included middle school as a time of change for students with a need for support in academics and behavior; research also focused on the mental health of students and the abilities of schools to support them. Social-emotional learning research brought insights into the purposeful teaching of social-emotional learning skills and their impacts on academic achievement. The analysis emphasized the need to educate the whole child and the value of relationships between staff and students and amongst peers to increase academic achievement
Impact of Small Group Reading Instruction on Student’s Academic Achievement
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This paper reviews the effects and benefits of small group reading instruction on students’ academic achievement, a topic of increasing importance due to the growing achievement gap. Fifteen studies, including quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, and meta-analyses, were examined. The review identified key themes, including the benefits of small group reading instruction, instructional strategies used to implement it with a focus on scaffolding, and the equity and access it provides. The findings indicate that small group reading instruction has a greater impact on student success compared to whole-class instruction. It has been shown to foster collaboration, critical thinking skills, and improved engagement. These insights inform educators about the positive effects and effective implementation of small group practices in literacy instruction. Further research on the implementation of effective small group classroom management is needed to determine how it affects small group instruction. Suggested areas for future research include classroom management in small group settings, integration of technology, and the long-term effects of small group reading instruction over multiple years.
Keywords: differentiated instruction, flexible grouping, equity, scaffoldin
Episode 8: Call Light Chronicles: The Quiet Power of Presence: Kayla and Eli’s Story
No full textWelcome to The Call Light Chronicles, a special storytelling series from CSP Nursing: Beyond the Call Light. During these off-weeks, we’re bringing you short, reflective stories from the world of nursing—moments that have stayed with us, challenged us, or changed us.
In this episode of The Call Light Chronicles, we follow Kayla, a nursing student just beginning her psychiatric mental health rotation. Nervous and unsure of her impact, she meets Eli, a young patient whose silence speaks volumes. Through stillness, patience, and quiet consistency, Kayla learns that connection doesn’t always look the way we expect—but it matters more than we know.
This is a story about listening without fixing, showing up without expectation, and finding meaning in the quiet moments
Episode 78: Charly Horn: From Germany to the US
No full textRecent alumna Charly Horn joins the podcast to talk about discovering CSP as an international student and adjusting to American culture while finding her calling and competing as a swimmer at CSP
Episode 77: Carson Krefft: be shaped into a person that cares about others
No full textFor recent biology grad Carson Krefft, CSP was a place where relationships with faculty members and peers helped him overcome obstacles and prepare for medical school
Ever-Increasing Statistics of Police Response to Mental Health Crisis Calls: Best Practices
Full text linkThis paper explores the evolving role of police officers in addressing mental health crises, emphasizing the challenges and ethical dilemmas they face due to insufficient training and resources. It highlights the need for specialized training, ethical guidelines, and collaboration with mental health professionals to equip officers better and ensure public safety.
The paper advocates for policy and practice shifts to address the growing demands on law enforcement in mental health situations. The rising trend of mental health calls presents significant challenges for police officers, who often lack the resources and training to provide appropriate assistance, resulting in higher incarceration rates among individuals with mental health issues. By implementing evidence-based models and cognitive-behavioral interventions, alongside initiatives such as Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training and co-response units, law enforcement can improve outcomes for individuals with mental health issues and reduce their interactions with the criminal justice system.
The paper discusses the benefits of implementing co-response units that pair police officers with mental health professionals as a viable solution to address staffing shortages and improve police response to mental health crises. It also discusses the historical context and benefits of CIT training and advocates for its mandatory implementation to enhance police response to mental health crises. This comprehensive approach aims to address the complex demands placed on police officers in mental health situations and improve public safety outcomes