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Exploring the Status of Women in Collegiate Sports Leadership Positions: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study
No full textDespite an active legislation that mandates impartiality on the basis of sex under any educational program, many schools still have discriminatory policies (Fabrikant, 2018). Many times, the policies benefit the dominance of men as coaches and athletic administrators, which displays an unequal representation on the leadership side of college sports (Belkoff, 2020). The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to explore the status of women in collegiate sports leadership positions within an athletic program in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) at the Division I level. Through interviews with six to 10 women who were women executive leaders currently employed as head coaches, athletic directors, directors of operations, or senior administrators at the NCAA Division I level, the lived experiences of how those roles were achieved were explored. The interview questions and study were guided by the role congruity theory framework. While the study was open to all women, all participants who volunteered identified as Black women, offering a unique lens into the compounded challenges of gender and racial bias in collegiate athletics. Common themes included gender inequity, limited mentorship, underrepresentation, and systemic barriers rooted in sports’ historically male-dominated culture. Participants also emphasized the importance of resilience, informal mentorship, and opportunities for growth within supportive environments. The findings underscore the need for intentional structural changes in collegiate athletics, including inclusive leadership development initiatives, equitable hiring practices, and stronger mentorship and sponsorship pipelines. Although the participants’ experiences reflected intersectional challenges, the implications offer broad insight into improving access, equity, and support for all women aspiring to leadership roles in sports
Disease Prevention and Treatment through Genetic Engineering
No full textThis presentation will be about genetic engineering and the effects of crispr on diseases. My primary audience would be other stem major students who are interested in genetic engineering and the future of it
4990 Home Research Project
No full textGroup project on a way we would change or implement an activity/policy/etc. to improve campus
Towards Trustworthy AI: Addressing Bias in Current and Future Applications
No full textThe main focus of this paper is trustworthiness with AI. I have chosen to branch out and discuss bias within that realm of AI
Black Women in STEM Fields: The Impact of Culturally Responsive Mentoring Programs in STEM Academic and Career Success
No full textThis qualitative phenomenological study examined the lived experiences of Black women who attained academic and career success in STEM pathways and their perceptions of culturally responsive mentoring (CRM) programs. Despite comprising 7% of the U.S. population, Black women remain disproportionately underrepresented in STEM fields.
This study aimed to increase knowledge of the perceived value of CRM programs in increasing Black women\u27s representation, recruitment, and retention in STEM leadership positions. Nine Black women at the director level or higher in STEM organizations participated in semi-structured interviews.
The study utilized a conceptual framework for CRM with nine benchmarks to guide the analysis. Three research questions explored the types of mentoring experiences, significant aspects of CRM, and perceived relationships between CRM and STEM career success. Data analysis revealed themes including the importance of representation and role models, navigating predominantly White spaces, building confidence and self-efficacy, overcoming stereotypes and biases, and developing support systems and community.
Findings highlighted CRM\u27s role in creating psychologically safe environments, providing emotional support, taking holistic approaches, and positioning participants for positive change. The study offers recommendations for developing culturally competent leadership programs, implementing CRM in academic and workplace settings, and conducting further research on intersectionality in mentorship. This research aimed to address barriers and increase diversity in the STEM talent pipeline by illuminating effective CRM strategies benefiting organizations and the broader economy through enhanced innovation and representation
Teachers attitude about technology in the classroom
No full textThis project examines how teachers perceive the use of technology in their classrooms, including benefits, challenges, and their overall attitudes toward integrating digital tools into instruction
Deep Fakes: Navigating The Future of AI and Digital Deception
No full textThe presentation will talk about the dangers of deep fakes created using artificial intelligence. I will talk about how this is being used to harm people and spread misinformation. This is for my cardinal experience 4990 class
Leading Biologics in Pharmacy Practice: The Role of Pharmacists
No full textThis presentation evaluates current approaches to handling biologics, highlighting challenges in storage and preparation while emphasizing the critical role of pharmacy education in ensuring safe management. A review of the top 50 biologics by sales in 2021 identified common and unique handling requirements, underscoring the risks of improper storage, including aggregation and neutralizing antibody formation. As biologics\u27 demand grows, enhanced pharmacist training and continuing education are essential for ensuring their safe and effective use, ultimately improving patient care
Bridging Educational Disparities through Health Education
No full textI am creating a pamphlet handout and a lecture (or notes for a lecture) that could be given to students in grades 7-9 in order to improve their health literacy and education. This would be given in schools where there is a lack of funding for health teachers or health seminars. The pamphlet will include hygiene, things to stay away from (dangers of drugs), and general health advice for a student who doesn\u27t receive this knowledge in school
Beyond the Degree and Financial Obligations: An Examination of Generation Z (1995-2010) Perspectives, Attitudes, and Motivations on Giving to American Higher Education
No full textFour-year higher education institutions rely heavily on donations from external sources, including alumni. As Generation Z begins to enter the next phase of their lives after college, these institutions need to understand this generation\u27s perspectives, attitudes, and motivations regarding giving back to their alma mater. Known for its distinct traits that set it apart from previous generations, Generation Z is the focus of this quantitative study, which uses a screening questionnaire and a cross-sectional survey to examine their activities and behaviors related to philanthropy toward higher education. The questionnaire was hosted on Amazon Mechanical Turk and analyzed using SPSS. The study aims to explore the various influences and factors that shape Generation Z\u27s perspectives, attitudes, and motivations concerning monetary contributions to their alma mater. Results indicate that Generation Z is highly interested in donating to various organizations, and there is significant potential to increase their contributions specifically to higher education