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The Lived Experiences of African American Women in Student Affairs Leadership
No full textAfrican American women are underrepresented in student affairs administration (Breeden, 2021). Several barriers limit opportunities for career advancement for African American women in this field, including the lack of mentors, minimal decision-making power, and the impact of both sexism and racism (Davis et al., 2021). This qualitative phenomenological research study explored the lived experiences of African American women in student affairs leadership positions at 4-year public institutions in New York State. This study answered the following research questions: 1. What are the perceived barriers that African American women experience when seeking career advancement in student affairs? 2. What strategies have African American women used to overcome perceived barriers related to career advancement in student affairs? 3. From the perspective of African American women in student affairs, how can higher education institutions better support their leadership, career development, and opportunities for advancement? Data were collected through semi-structured interviews of four African American women serving in a director position or higher. Several themes emerged from this research study. Barriers included: (a) inconsistent leadership, (b) lack of representation, (c) institutional psychological safety, and (d) bias. Career success strategies included: (e) Olivia Pope or firefighter, (f) councils, (g) “Just do it” mindset, (h) establishing and maintaining boundaries, (i) wearing a “coat of armor,” and (j) advocacy. Institutional supports included: (k) “Show me the (PD) money.” The findings from this study bring to light the barriers African American women continue to face, the strategies they use to navigate their journey in higher education student affairs, and the financial investment that student affairs professionals need to enhance their experiences, expertise, and leadership
The Need for Succession Planning in the Non-profit Sector Through the Lens of the Black Church: A qualitative phenomenological study
No full textThis qualitative phenomenological study explored the critical need for succession planning within the non-profit sector, focusing on the Black Church as a case study. Through in-depth interviews with church leaders, this research uncovered the challenges and best practices in leadership transitions. The study provided insights into how effective succession planning can ensure organizational sustainability, preserve cultural heritage, and maintain community trust. By understanding the lived experiences of Black church leaders, this research aims to offer practical recommendations that can be applied across the non-profit sector, promoting resilience and continuity in leadership
Ainu: The indigenous and endangered people of Japan.
No full textMy presentation is a culture/language project that has to do with the Ainu people of Japan and how their endangered population is holding up today. It is being created to spread awareness and showcase endangered languages. The primary audience for this presentation is course assignment and/or regional presentation per the instructions
Empowering the Next Generation: Solutions to Bridge the Education Gap
No full textI would like to first layout the history of educational disparities and then provide some actionable solutions to help bridge the disparities in education. The primary audience is college aged people who are going into the workforce and by informing them of disparities that occur in education, maybe we can create change together
BACE Exam: What is it?
No full textMy presentation will be about the BACE exam, what it is, why someone would take it, and benefits of taking it. It is targeted to biology students with biotechnology interests
Rate of Burnout in Inpatient/Outpatient Setting
No full textThis research essay was assessing the rate of burnout as a nurse in an inpatient setting compared to an outpatient setting. Burnout is prevalent in the nursing field, especially as a new grad! It is interesting to see where the most people are successful and happy
Let This Be the Death Knell for American Exceptionalism
No full textThis essay argues that with the 2024 reelection of Donald Trump as president of the United States, the concept of “American exceptionalism” should be put to rest once and for all. The essay traces some of the history of the idea of American exceptionalism, paying particular attention to how it has been deployed in American political rhetoric over the past twenty years or so. During Trump’s first presidential campaign, some observers noted that Trump was the only major political figure who did not embrace the idea of American exceptionalism, noting that then-President Barack Obama, as well as Trump’s fellow Republican presidential candidates, all asserted the special nature of the United States. This essay argues that such perceptions were a misreading of Trump’s rhetoric and beliefs, an argument supported by Trump’s later embrace of American exceptionalism. The essay further argues that the rise of Trump, when viewed alongside a global retreat from the values of liberal democracy, reveals that there is nothing special, unique, or exceptional about the United States
From New Manager To Best Boss: 10 Practical Tips for Success
No full textNew managers have a difficult job. Typically, they were promoted because of their strong technical skills. Now they must adjust to the quite different responsibility of using soft skills to manage a team while ensuring results. This includes people challenges like providing helpful feedback, addressing poor performance, resolving conflict, balancing workloads, and supporting team members in times of crisis. And, of course, they still must find time to do their own work. Many new managers describe it as a game of ‘whack a mole’: As soon as they knock down one problem, another pops up
The Impact of Student Debt
No full textThis project utilized previous research studies on the impacts of student debt on student’s stress, depression, and academic pressure. I also distributed a survey to Fisher students to see if the same results would be demonstrated with students on campus. The primary audience is Fisher students
Dose of Clarity
No full textCourse assignment - a brochure about the health literacy gap that exists between pharmacists and their patients. This brochure will explore the issue, and provide solutions for patients and how they can better their own health literacy