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Eudora Welty and Mystery: Hidden in Plain Sight
No full textEudora Welty\u27s ingenious play with readers\u27 expectations made her a cunning writer, a paramount modernist, a short story artist of the first rank, and a remarkable literary innovator. In her signature puzzle-texts, she habitually engages with familiar genres and then delights readers with her transformations and nonfulfillment of conventions. Eudora Welty and Mystery: Hidden in Plain Sight reveals how often that play is with mystery, crime, and detective fiction genres, popular fiction forms often condescended to in literary studies, but unabashedly beloved by Welty throughout her lifetime. Put another way, Welty often creates her stories\u27 secrets by both evoking and displacing crime fiction conventions. Instead of restoring order with a culminating reveal, her story-puzzles characteristically allow mystery to linger and thicken. The mystery pursued becomes mystery elsewhere. The essays in this collection shift attention from narratives, characters, and plots as they have previously been understood by unearthing enigmas hidden within those constructions. --Publisher description.https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/facultybooks/1247/thumbnail.jp
Higher Altitudes and Higher Standards: Advocating the FCC Require Environmental Assessments for Mega- Constellations
Get PDFThis article will explore why the FCC’s current regime on categorical exclusions is ill-prepared for the developing mega-constellation industry, why the regime should be revised to require that companies launching mega-constellations file an Environmental Assessment (EA) as defined in the National Environmental Policy Act, and how such a change might fiscally impact these companies. Part II of this article will explore the National Environmental Policy Act, discussing the purpose of the Act and the goals Congress sought to accomplish. Part III will consider the FCC’s policy on categorical exclusions and EAs, with a comparison of how some other federal agencies navigate their categorical exclusions and EA policies. Part IV will discuss why, in certain circumstances, satellites should no longer be categorically excluded from environmental assessment and why the FCC should instead require the applicant company to submit an EA in those circumstances. Finally, Part V will examine the economic and fiscal impact such a change may have on companies already expending vast amounts of money on mega-constellation projects, as well as the impact on those companies with portions of their mega-constellations already in orbit
The trickle-out effect of prioritizing well-being
Get PDFThis research builds upon previous studies of the effects of inequity theory on well-being at work. The purpose of this study was to understand the intersection of equity theory and well-being for US employees in modern corporate organizations. Specifically, the study aims to answer the research question-When one employee prioritizes their well-being, how does it affect their work teammates’ well-being? Twenty full-time corporate employees from various companies and industries each participated in a survey and an interview. Overall, this research found that prioritizing well-being at work generally positively impacts those around them. However, it has a negative impact when the teammates already find that individual to be in an over-benefitting situation by either underperforming or consistently needing support
The out-of-sport transition experience of NCAA athletes: A systematic review
Get PDFDuring the 2018-2019 academic year, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) reported 1,004,450 student-athletes across Division I, II, and III universities. Of these athletes, only a small percentage will go on to play at a professional level. The majority of these student-athletes will go through an out-of-sport transition that, without proper preparation, can result in a variety of psychosocial difficulties. However, there are opportunities for student-athletes, athletic departments, academic departments, and psychological counseling centers to target different factors that could increase the likelihood of experiencing a positive out-of-sport transition. The focus of this systematic review was to address two primary research questions: (1) What risk and protective factors make the out-of-sport transition more manageable or difficult for NCAA athletes? and (2) what intervention programs are universities implementing to help student-athletes prepare for this transition? To present the findings for these questions, a mixed-methods methodological approach was utilized. Results are presented through a narrative synthesis to ensure easy accessibility and comprehension of the material by athletes and university officials. This systematic review joins emerging literature that recognizes the uniqueness of the college years and experiences and acknowledges the need to do more to prepare and protect student-athlete
Women of color in higher education institutions: strategies to attain administrative leadership positions
Get PDFRace and gender continue to be contributing factors to the disparity and lack of representation that exists among higher-education leaders. This study examines the lived experience of women of color to identify the strategies they utilized to attain administrative leadership roles at a Higher Education Institution (HEI). Participants included women of color leaders with at least 5 years of experience in higher education and in a leadership role. Participants also had advanced degrees. Using a narrative inquiry design, the study involved semi structured interviews to gather data from the sample population. The seven (7) women of color HEIs administrative leaders who participated in the study had more than 12 to 20 years in HEIs and held titles ranging from assistant director to vice president. The findings of the study revealed several leader-member exchange strategies and approaches leaders displayed that encouraged women of color to pursue and attain administrative leadership positions in a California HEI
Trends and challenges in developing emerging leaders for ambiguous working environments: a qualitative research study
Get PDFThis qualitative research study examined trends and challenges faced by leadership development practitioners in developing emerging leaders for ambiguous working environments, particularly considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Twenty-five participants were interviewed using 16 questions related to competencies, changes in the leadership landscape, and best practices and challenges in developing emerging leaders for present-day working environments. The study found that leaders in hybrid and ambiguous working environments face increased demands, necessitating flexibility, and agility. The results emphasized the importance of a growth mindset and a desire to lead as foundational traits for emerging leaders. Strong communication and interpersonal skills were also crucial, including empathy and creating equitable experiences for distributed teams. A focus was placed on the leadership development gap during the transition from individual contributor to a leadership role. Employee-driven models and inclusivity were identified as important considerations for new leaders. Best practices for developing emerging leaders included coaching, personalized support, and simulations of real-life challenges. This research emphasized the importance of organizational support and behavioral shifts to develop emerging leaders effectively. Based on the research, leadership development practitioners should consider the evolving leadership landscape and emphasize the human element of leadership. This involves cultivating a growth mindset, nurturing a desire to lead, and providing personalized support for new leaders
A systematic review of canine assisted psychotherapy for youth at risk or with mental health disorders
Get PDFMental health disorders among youth are often underrepresented in research, resulting in a delay and under-treatment of their needs (Catania et al., 2011). While their needs are frequently under-treated, research suggests that youth often experience mental health problems that subsequently lead to difficulties in adulthood (Carballo et al., 2011) necessitating a need to identify efficacious treatments to these problems. This systematic review used a mixed-methods design to analyze current literature on the use of Canine-Assisted Psychotherapy (CAP) with youth ages 0-20. The aims of the study were to (a) understand the impact of CAP on mental health (i.e., clinical diagnosis and symptomatology) and therapeutic factors (i.e., factors of benefit to the therapeutic process or participant welfare) for youth at risk or with mental health disorders and (b) investigate the characteristics of CAP interventions (e.g., illustration of the intervention including: underlying theories, the role of the canine(s) in treatment, the role of the therapist(s) in treatment, activities during treatment; description of the canine including: breed, age, training) identified in the literature. This review found mixed results, with CAP interventions being found to reduce symptoms of mood disorders, PTSD, anger problems and disruptive behaviors among youth. The results also suggested that CAP interventions were efficacious in increasing self-esteem and therapeutic factors among youth at risk or with mental health disorders
Strategies to influence meaning creation to address resistance in a change initiative
Get PDFOrganizational change has been a constant and essential aspect of human societies for centuries, driving innovation and adaptability. However, despite the abundance of models and content on managing change, organizations still struggle to implement and sustain effective transformations. This research aims to address this challenge by exploring strategies to create meaning and address resistance during transformational change. The research will employ a qualitative approach, conducting 15 interviews to capture participants\u27 experiences and strategies in influencing meaning creation during change initiatives. The data collected will be transcribed, coded, categorized, and analyzed for themes, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the strategies employed. The findings provide insights into the strategies employed to effectively influence meaning creation in a change initiative and highlight the importance of being agile, understanding the impacted audience, utilizing storytelling, tailoring change rollouts, building a diverse community of influencers, and providing choice
Effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy versus therapeutic play for hospitalized children diagnosed with cancer: an integrative systematic review
Get PDFPsychotherapy provides essential coping mechanisms and strategies for children who are diagnosed with cancer, as they experience the extraordinary burden of physical, emotional, and mental strains. While many medical advancements have been made within the past few decades, progress related to psychotherapy for pediatric cancer patients has not been commensurate, evidenced by the limited current literature. Given the sparsity of relevant research, it is presently difficult to compare and evaluate the various psychotherapeutic interventions available for pediatric oncology patients. Additionally, there are significant challenges in providing psychotherapeutic care for patients and their families, including lack of consistency, disruption of care, and unique considerations regarding the medical setting. This systematic review conducted a comprehensive search through four electronic databases to compile a list of studies that examined the effectiveness of CBT-based and therapeutic play-based interventions for children with cancer within the medical setting. Three main research questions were addressed: (1) Which is the more effective psychotherapeutic intervention between cognitive behavioral therapy and therapeutic play for this population? (2) What are the factors to take into consideration when providing psychotherapy for children who are diagnosed with cancer? (3) What are the unique aspects of the inpatient setting to consider for therapeutic interventions? After two screening phases, thirteen studies were included for final selection. Considerable differences among studies made it difficult to make comparisons between the diverse psychotherapeutic interventions. However, seven themes emerged throughout the review: (a) modifications to intervention, (b) developmental stage, (c) health, physical, and cognitive limitations, (d) emphasis on pain, (e) scheduling and space, (f) multidisciplinary team, and (g) social isolation. Therefore, the aim of the study shifted from comparing two psychotherapeutic interventions to exploring the benefits of a variety of interventions and providing a discussion of the substantial factors when working with this population. Identified features for cost-effective and appropriate psychotherapeutic treatment included shorter timeframe, flexible administration, portability, and comprehensible techniques. However, more research needs to be done for this specialized population and unique setting. Recommendations include conducting more studies that pertain to specific interventions, include larger sample sizes, and utilize the same tool for measuring similar psychological outcomes