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Liminal territories: interpreting the inbetweenness of the spaces we inhabit
Get PDFMy honors thesis has taken the form of my BFA show "At The Threshold" exhibited at the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art in combination with my research of various theories which have informed my body of work. My work has been guided primarily by theories relating to the uncanny and liminality in built environments, and my influences include Sigmund Freud and Ernst Jentsch's individual theories of the uncanny; the popularization of the online "liminal space" aesthetic; and clinical psychological studies of liminal spaces. In this paper, I will touch on each of these influences, and finish with a discussion of how my research has informed my art and my relationship to my audience.
Keywords: painting, liminal, liminality, liminal space, psychoanalytic, uncanny, psychology, architecture, built environment, internet, RedditNASUNY College at New PaltzHonorsN/
Mitochondria-induced Bioenergetic Independent Stress Signaling in the Heart
Get PDFMitochondria are well known for their function in providing energy supply to the cell. Aside from these "bioenergetic" functions, mitochondria perform many other essential processes. To accomplish these functions, mitochondria must import many proteins from the cytosol. This import process can sometimes become dysfunctional and induce a severe stress on the cell via the mistargeting of mitochondrial proteins to the cytosol. Our lab termed this specific type of cell stress as mitochondrial precursor overaccumulation stress (mPOS). Our work has focused on demonstrating that mPOS is able to occur in various models of disease, both in vivo and in vitro. In this thesis we demonstrate that mPOS can occur in the heart of mice and induce significant signaling and functional changes over the lifespan (chapter 2). Additionally, in a related work, we found that mitochondrial protein import clogging can induce mPOS in the central nervous system (CNS) and potentiate pathology in a mouse model of Parkinson's disease (appendix I). Most importantly, all the changes occurring in both animal models do not necessarily co-occur with bioenergetic deficiencies. The implication of this is that mPOS may be a bioenergetic independent mechanism liking mitochondrial dysfunction with tissue dysfunction. Speaking more generally, mPOS may occur in many clinically relevant conditions such as heart failure, normative ageing, muscle loss, and neurodegenerative diseases. This work and future work therefore aims to establish the basic mechanisms by which mPOS may occur within cells and how cells can in turn respond to this stress.NAUpstate Medical UniversityBiochemistry & Molecular BiologyPhDChen, Xin Ji
Unnamed course on multiculturalism (IDS 101) class syllabus
Get PDFIntroduces students to the present meaning and historical roots of race, gender, and class in the Unites States. Students will be exposed to concepts such as ethnicity, culture, race, socialization, assimilation, acculturation, migration, immigration, gender, and socioeconomic status. This course is taught from a multi-disciplinary approach that allows students to exercise critical thinking skills by understanding historical, cultural, political, economic, philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspectives.Job Linkage 2019-2020Program DirectorSUNY Rocklan
Materials Testing (CONT 216) course syllabus
Get PDFLaboratory testing procedures pertaining to a variety of construction materials are discussed, followed by performance of those tests. Special attention is placed on concrete testing in accordance with procedures set by ASTM standards. Course content is presented through lecture, class discussion, and demonstrations. Students perform lab exercises either individually or in groups and prepare individual, complete, formal reports of each exercise to professional standards.Job Linkage 2019-2020SUNY Tompkins Cortland Community Colleg
Constitutional Criminal Procedure (CRJ 20500) class syllabus
Get PDFThe objective of this course is to examine how the rules of evidence, historically rooted in the Bill of Rights and the Anglo-American adversarial judicial system, serve to protect the fundamental rights of persons accused of crimes as well as to promote Effective fact finding. Through studying actual criminal cases, students will examine the value of these rules in terms of rapid technological and social change. This is a Core course within the Criminal Justice curriculum.Job Linkage 2019-2020Patricia Szobonya, Program DirectorSUNY Rocklan
The Algorithmic Horizon
Get PDFThis course outline was provided for student use. For a more detailed instructor version, and slide show presentation, please reach out to Mark Whitman at ([email protected]).In an era when decisions move faster than our ability to fully question them, The Algorithmic Horizon offers a timely call to pause and reflect on the systems we are building. Algorithms do not arrive preloaded with empathy or conscience; they come with logic, code, and the often-unexamined imprint of human priorities. This book is an invitation to examine those priorities, to challenge assumptions built into data-driven systems, and to lead with foresight and moral clarity. It asks us to slow down in our rush toward automation and consider the human stories behind the numbers. Dr. Whitman was indoctrinated in the Futures Research during his course of study at the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, then as a police chief. The history and forebearers of futures research were introduced. Since then, Mark Whitman has reviewed much authors’ research on the topic. Diedra Cardamone is a skilled success coach in the CITE Center at Alfred State College. She has embraced methods through which she can engage students using practical applications of math. Diedra is a graduate from the Merchant Marine Academy and furthered her education at Harvard University achieving her graduate degree in Education. She underscores a key principle in education through her refrain to students, “We can’t make you good, you are already good, you are in college. We can only make you better!” Mark Whitman’s humility in the face of advanced technology is striking—he never forgets that behind every algorithm are the humans who designed it and those affected by it. In this work, Mark and his co-author Deidra Cardamone emphasize values often overlooked in technical texts: empathy, ethics, and curiosity. These principles are woven through every chapter, reminding even the most data-driven among us that successful innovation is as much about understanding people as it is about understanding code. The author’s motivation for writing this book shines through in its accessible tone and inclusive approach. This work, The Algorithmic Horizon, frequently recounts how many students and professionals are intimidated by statistics or years removed from the classroom, may shy away from learning about algorithms. That is exactly who this book welcomes. Mark and Deidra have crafted The Algorithmic Horizon to be a guide for the wary as well as the curious—a book that demystifies predictive analytics without ever talking down to the reader. By combining Mark’s expertise in AI and anomaly detection with Deidra’s experience in coaching and education, they have built a resource that meets learners where they are. This hypothesis is coupled with the team-teaching concept; in fact, multiple teachers may engage in the same course to provide horizons of thought not conceived during daily life. Second, as educators, the authors felt this may also provide deeper avenues of understanding between instructors of topical materials and engage thoughtful enthusiasm for student and instructor at the same time. What makes this book special is its heart. The Algorithmic Horizon does more than teach forecasting models or anomaly detection techniques; it encourages a mindset of thoughtful inquiry. The authors consistently highlight the importance of asking why and for whom an algorithm is designed. They prompt future leaders to be curious, to interrogate patterns rather than accept them at face value. In a world increasingly defined by automated decisions, this book asserts the importance of human judgment and ethical reflection at every step. I believe this book will be a beacon for students and professionals alike. It carries a message that our relationship with technology must be guided by understanding and responsibility. As you read on, you will find yourself equipped with new tools and frameworks—but more importantly, you will find the confidence to use them wisely. The Algorithmic Horizon hands you both the compass and the moral map for navigating a data-driven future. Enjoy the journey and prepare to see that the future of algorithms is not just about machines—it is about us.SUNY Alfred State CollegeMathematics and Physic
A SUNY FACT2 Guide to Optimizing AI in Higher Education
Get PDFAI in Action provides concrete guidance to support administrators, faculty, and staff in addressing emerging developments in AI for teaching and learning in higher education. Administrators seeking to develop and implement institutional policies about AI will find useful recommendations for ensuring best practices and buy-in from stakeholders. Faculty considering implementing AI in their teaching will welcome the clear and practical framework for evaluating tools and making sound pedagogical choices. Faculty and tutoring center staff examining the potential for AI tutors to support student success will benefit from the overview of best practices for responsible and ethical implementation of AI tutors.VoRN/
Note from the Editor
Get PDFDissenting Voices Volume 14 grows out of a course learning structure where Women and Gender Studies students reflect upon their undergraduate experience in the discipline and, through engagement, activism, and synthesis of acquired knowledge, establish a theoretical foundation to inform future feminist practices. Course readings comprise students’ discipline-specific interests, enabling an intellectual forum in which students dialogue on a women and gender focused topic. This work culminates in a meaningful capstone project grounded in contemporary and emerging feminist scholarship.Note from EditorSUNY BrockportDepartment of Women and Gender Studie
The Effects of Training Techniques on Improving the Vertical Jump of Male Collegiate Volleyball Players
Get PDFThis synthesis critically examined the effectiveness of various training methods—plyometric, ballistic, and repeated sprint training (RST)—on vertical jump performance in male collegiate volleyball players. A total of twelve peer-reviewed studies were selected through a systematic literature search using databases such as SPORTDiscus, Academic Search Complete, and MEDLINE, focusing on full-text, peer-reviewed publications from 1999 to 2024. Findings consistently revealed that plyometric training, especially when combined with dynamic stretching, significantly enhances vertical jump height by improving neuromuscular readiness and stretch-shortening cycle efficiency. Ballistic training, including Olympic-style lifts and jump squats, demonstrated improvements in power output and muscle activation. RST provided dual benefits by enhancing both explosive performance and aerobic capacity. Morphological factors, particularly quadriceps cross-sectional area and fascicle length, were identified as strong predictors of jump ability, while neuromuscular efficiency—measured via EMG—further influenced performance outcomes. Practical implications suggest that a multifaceted training regimen incorporating dynamic plyometrics, ballistic exercises, and RST may offer the most effective approach to improving vertical jump height. Limitations in existing literature include small sample sizes and short intervention periods, pointing to the need for longitudinal, large-scale studies with integrated biomechanical and psychological assessments.SUNY BrockportDepartment of Kinesiology, Sport Studies, and Physical Educatio
Construction Management and Regulation (CONT 208) course syllabus
Get PDFThis course covers "Basic Management" used in the construction industry including construction economics (CPM scheduling, estimating the use and legal implications of basic construction, and incorporating environmental and land use regulations and building codes into the construction management process.Job Linkage 2019-2020SUNY Tompkins Cortland Community Colleg