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I\u27ll just say what you said : a study on social conformity and sociopolitical figures
No full textOur research team conducted a between groups experiment with the goal of observing the effect of group dynamics on an individual’s answers, specifically in the context of responding to questions about social and political figures. As observed in previous research, when placed in group settings, people often change their responses when influenced by other people. Our research team hypothesized that when placed in a group setting, participants would change their answers to reflect similar responses of three confederates. We placed participants in two groups; the first group being the control group, and the second group being the experimental group. The control group completed a survey rating sociopolitical figures using a 1-7 likert scale. The experimental group participated in an in-person lab setting study, where they were asked to rank sociopolitical figures responding out loud, after hearing our three confederate’s responses. Data will be analyzed and results will be presented at SURS
Interesting Intersections of Immigration and First Amendment Law
No full textThis essay identifies four areas of immigration law in which pressing First Amendment claims play a prominent and dominant role. The first area involves denial of admission or deportation based on pure or symbolic speech. At various times, Congress has enacted grounds of inadmissibility and deportability that squarely fall within the purview of the First Amendment. The second area involves so-called retaliatory deportations, when the government initiates or accelerates removal proceedings against a noncitizen who is in violation of immigration laws allegedly for the non-citizen’s activism, protest activity, or other First Amendment speech or expressive conduct. The third area involves First Amendment-based challenges to a provision of federal immigration law that prohibits even the encouragement of illegal immigration – an issue that has reached the U.S. Supreme Court. The fourth area concerns immigration issues arising in the ability or lack thereof to participate meaningfully in the electoral process
A Program Innovation to Increase Representation in Nursing Through Early Exposure
No full textBackground and Rationale: Black men remain profoundly underrepresented in the nursing workforce, comprising 8.4% (Tennessee Department of Health, 2022; U.S. Census Bureau, 2024) of Tennessee\u27s population but only 0.64% (Tennessee Board of Nursing, 2024) of registered nurses. Structural barriers, including limited early exposure, lack of mentorship, and stereotypes, restrict awareness of nursing as a viable and rewarding profession. Upstream interventions targeting middle-school students have been shown to strengthen healthcare interest and diversify future workforce pipelines. Pathways to Purpose, a one-day nursing discovery event implemented in partnership with 100 Kings and NursesMC Nashville, was developed as an evidence-based program innovation to address these disparities.
Aim: The aim of this project was to increase awareness of nursing roles, improve understanding of the profession, and strengthen interest in nursing careers among 7th-grade Black male students participating in the 100 Kings Leadership Development Program.
Design: An exploratory mixed-methods program evaluation guided by the RE-AIM framework was used to assess the impact of the event and inform future scalability. Quantitative pre-/post-tests measured shifts in knowledge, confidence, and career interest, while qualitative reflections captured changes in perceptions and attitudes.
Participants: (N = 27) completed brief pre- and post-event surveys assessing understanding of nurses’ roles, interest in nursing careers, and leadership confidence. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS version 29, including a Mann-Whitney U test. Qualitative data emerged from open-ended reflections and student drawings, coded using thematic analysis. Activities included CPR certification, myth-busting sessions, hands-on skills stations, and a Q&A session including a panel of Black male nurses.
Results: Quantitative findings demonstrated meaningful improvements across outcome areas. Understanding of nursing roles and responsibilities increased by 27%, reflecting a measurable gain in confidence related to nursing knowledge. Interest in nursing careers also increased significantly, as confirmed by a statistically significant Mann–Whitney U test (U= 160.5, p = .004). Qualitative findings revealed that students broadened their perspectives beyond initial stereotypes.
Four themes emerged: 1) Movement from stereotypes to professional complexity 2) Skills-based recognition of nursing work 3) Representation matters for inclusion 4) Awareness sparked new or greater career aspiration
Conclusion: Pathways to Purpose effectively increased nursing knowledge, improved attitudes toward the profession, and initiated early career interest among Black male middle-school students. A single six-hour intervention was sufficient to disrupt stereotypes, enhance understanding, and foster meaningful engagement with nursing as a future pathway. Early exposure programs embedded within community-based youth leadership initiatives offer a scalable strategy to strengthen diversity in the nursing pipeline.
References:
Tennessee Board of Nursing. (2024). Nursing license verification. https://tnmap.tn.gov/health/nursing/
Tennessee Department of Health. (2022). Tennessee population by age group, sex, race, and ethnicity.https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/documents/population/TN-Population-by- AgeGrp-Sex- Race-Ethnicity-2022.pdf
U.S. Census Bureau. (2024). QuickFacts: Tennessee. https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/TN/PST04522
Advancing University Student Health and Wellbeing Through Peer-Led Health Promotion: A Quality Improvement Project
No full textBackground: Peer-led health promotion is widely recognized as an effective strategy for increasing engagement, trust, and health literacy among university students. However, few frameworks guide development and implementation of these programs. Objective: To evaluate the feasibility, implementation process, and perceived effectiveness of a peer-led health promotion model supported by Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) mentorship at a mid-sized private university. Participants: Thirteen undergraduate students from a diverse set of academic programs were recruited as Peer Health Ambassadors (PHAs) and paired with DNP student mentors. Methods: Guided by the Implementation Research Logic Model, the project used a four-phase QI process: targeted recruitment, structured training, program implementation, and sustainability planning. PHAs completed a nationally recognized Certified Peer Educator (CPE) curriculum and participated in faculty and DNP-led workshops, and co-led six campus wellness events addressing mental health, sexual health, safer substance use, and general well-being. Quantitative engagement metrics and qualitative reflection assessed feasibility and leadership development. Results: Recruitment exceeded goals by 217%, reflecting high student interest and cross-major engagement. Eighty-five percent of PHAs completed training, and all reported increased leadership skills. Qualitative reflections showed growth in confidence, health communication, and ability to navigate sensitive health conversations, along with stronger leadership identity and collaboration skills. Conclusions: A structured, QI-informed peer health promotion framework supported by nursing mentorship is feasible, scalable, and effective in strengthening student leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration. This model offers a sustainable approach for universities seeking to integrate peer-led wellness initiatives into student health infrastructure
Nashville Neighbors: Room in the Inn, The Store, and Thistle Farms
No full textThe three organizations will engage in a panel discussion on what it means to be a neighbor
Opening Reception
No full textJoin us for afternoon coffee, refreshments, and delightful neighborliness
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: Chasing the American Dream with Your Neighbor
No full textThe speaker will reflect on the expectations placed on her as a child and the realities she witnessed growing as a girl in a segregated society. These experiences opened her eyes to injustice and fueled her early involvement in protest. What began as a personal response to inequality grew into a calling that shaped her career path for service to neighbors
