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CubeSat: Communications P.A.R.R. Earth Station
No full textDesigned and prototyped developed an autonomous earth station with RF tracking and SatNOGS integration to enable reliable satellite communication for environmental monitoring
Utah People and Environment Poll 2024/25 Descriptive Report
Get PDFIn spring of 2023, faculty and graduate students at Utah State University (USU) started the Utah People and Environment Poll, or UPEP, to survey adult Utah residents about their perceptions on environmental issues of importance to the state. From November 2024 to January 2025 the second iteration of the survey was conducted. While some questions remained the same, others were added to account for new interests of the team and emergent environmental issues of interest
Gender-Diverse Individuals\u27 Mathematics Self-Efficacy
Get PDFMany factors influence how well someone learns and achieve in school and daily living, with motivation being especially important. One key part of motivation is something called self-efficacy, which refers to how much someone believes they can successfully do a specific task (Bandura, 1986; 1997). Research has shown that self-efficacy plays a major role in how well people do, and the quality of their efforts (Pintrich & Schrauben, 1992; Weinstein & Mayer, 1986; Zimmermann, 2000). Additionally, mathematics skills are tied to better outcomes in school, careers, and in daily life. Mathematics also has also had a complex history when it comes to gender differences. While there\u27s a lot of research about math self-efficacy, there is limited research that includes gender-diverse individuals. This study looked at both gender-diverse and cisgender students\u27 mathematics self-efficacy, such as past experiences, encouragement from others, learning from individuals similar to one\u27s self, and physical or emotional reactions. We also looked at how someone\u27s sex assigned at birth may play a role. This study offers a baseline for understanding how gender-diverse students view their math abilities. Results, implications, and future directions are also discussed
Sustainable Planning in Gateway Natural Amenity Region Communities
Get PDFThis study used six principles of sustainability to comprehensively score general plan documents from seven Gateway Natural Amenity Region (GNAR) communities. The goal was to investigate the sustainability values of communities with public land recreation access based on the understanding that individual participation in outdoor recreation positively influences environmental concern. The study found that while strong sustainability themes are present in gateway community general plan documents, these themes don’t necessarily correspond to higher overall sustainability scores. However, GNAR community plans prioritize the Harmony with Nature principle, indicating an emphasis on ecosystem health in communities with adjacent public land recreation
Hatching and Caring for Chicks
Get PDFThere are many reasons people are interested in raising birds. Most people who desire to start are interested in saving money and becoming more self-sufficient. Many people find excitement in hatching eggs and raising chicks. This fact sheet will help you get started with hatching eggs and raising chicks
On Signifiable Computability: Part II: An Axiomatization of Signifiable Computation and Debugger Theorems
Get PDFSignifiable computability aims to separate what is theoretically computable from what is computable through performable processes on computers with finite amounts of memory. Mathematical objects are signifiable in a formalism ℒ on an alphabet if they can be written as spatiotemporally finite texts in ℒ on . In a previous article, we formalized the signification and reference of real numbers and showed that data structures representable as multidimensional matrices of discretely finite real numbers are signifiable. In this investigation, we continue to formulate our theory of signifiable computability by offering an axiomatization of signifiable computation on discretely finite real numbers. The axiomatization implies an ontology of functions on discretely finite real numbers that classifies them as signifiable, signifiably computable, and signifiably partially computable. Relative to ℒ and , signification is performed with two formal systems: the Former F,ℒ that forms texts in ℒ on and the Transformer T,ℒ that transforms texts formed by F,ℒ into other texts in ℒ on . Singifiable computation is defined relative to ℒ on as a finite sequence of signifiable program states, the first of which is generated by F,ℒ and each subsequent state is deterministically obtained from the previous one by T,ℒ. We define a debugger function to investigate signifiable computation on finite-memory devices and to prove two theorems, which we call the Debugger Theorems. The first theorem shows that, for a singifiably partially computable function signified by a program on a finite-memory device , the memory capacity of is exceeded when running the program on signifiable discretely finite real numbers outside of the function’s domain. The second theorem shows that there are functions signifiably computable in general that become partially signifiably computable when signified by programs on insomuch as the memory capacity of can be exceeded even when the programs are executed on some signifiable discretely finite real numbers in the domains of these functions
Community-Oriented Policing in a Majority-Black Neighborhood: In Search of a Local Solution to a National Problem
Get PDFFew issues loom larger today than how the United States can rehabilitate its criminal justice system. Although justified and undoubtedly timely, the national focus often shifts attention away from local, interpersonal, and community processes that shape how criminal justice is administered and experienced differently in communities across the country. Our goal is to contribute to the national conversation on community-oriented policing and social innovation to improve police-community relations and increase public trust in majority-Black neighborhoods. This article offers a call to action for the scientific and policy communities to reflect on effective practices that bring the voices of local stakeholders to the forefront of policy and programmatic agendas
Evaluating 51 Years of the High School Range Camp
Get PDFEstablished in 1973 by Utah State University (USU) Extension and the Utah Society for Range Management, Utah’s high school Range Camp has provided students with immersive experiences in sustainable rangeland practices for over five decades. Survey findings revealed that the camp had a significant impact on the educational paths and careers of the youth. Many participants continued to apply what they learned, demonstrating the camp’s lasting impact. Ongoing efforts focus on improving data collection, monitoring FFA competition performance, and expanding recruitment. Range Camp effectively guides youth toward higher education and careers related to the range while promoting responsible rangeland management
Preparing Youth for Careers in Drone Aviation: Evaluating Washington County 4-H Drone Camps
Get PDFDrone technology presents growing career opportunities, yet youth access to education in this field remains limited. This study evaluates the Washington County 4-H Drone Camps, which aimed to equip youth in 4th – 8th graders with essential knowledge and skills in drone aviation. The Drone Camps focused on competencies such as drone anatomy, FAA regulations, and piloting skills. Evaluation results indicated youth improved in all competency areas after completing the camp. The Washington County 4-H Drone Camps effectively allowed youth to explore drone technologies and prepare them for a possible career pathway
Cultivating Community and Commerce: A Summary of the Statewide Social and Economic Impacts of Utah Farmers Markets
Get PDFData collected from six markets throughout the market seasons between 2023 and 2024 highlights the transformative impact of Utah’s farmers’ markets on the state’s economy, health, and sense of community. According to market patrons, Utah’s farmers\u27 markets are vital economic and social hubs supporting local agriculture, small businesses, and community well-being