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Teaching language for possibility, not assimilation: Using bell hooks in the English as a second language classroom
Get PDFEditor\u27s Introduction: Honoring the Immeasurable: bell hooks’ Feminist Pedagogy in Teaching
Get PDFGarden Improvements for The Ranch
Get PDFThe Ranch spans over ten-and-a-half acres and provides employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The core focus of The Ranch is cultivating small crops and raising livestock, which are tended to and harvested by individuals with disabilities. The ultimate aim is to provide them with hands-on experience of working on a farm and how to take care of livestock and grow food. However, the existing property of The Ranch was not exactly what they wanted for their students\u27 learning environment. The existing area where the crops were being grown was not fenced in so critters were getting into the garden and eating the fruits and vegetables. Hence, it became necessary to make some improvements on the premises to enhance the productivity of the farm-like property. When talking to the owner it was clear a fence was the top priority for what needs to be done at The Ranch. The design of the fence ended up being a 4 ft high by 64 ft long fence made out of pressure treated wood and chicken wire with an accessible gate. The construction of the fence was all done by one person as well as the design drawings, estimate and schedule
An AAPI Haven: A Virtual Sanctuary and Brand Empowerment Initiative
Get PDFThe project focuses on creating a brand identity for the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community of San Luis Obispo (SLO). The branding begins with research and analysis of the target audience and the organization\u27s mission statement and values. This information is used to develop a brand strategy that aligns with the organization\u27s goals and resonates with the AAPI community. The brand identity, including the logo, colors, and visual elements, is then created to reflect the organization\u27s brand strategy and appeal to the target audience (Tarver, 2023). The brand guidelines ensure consistency in all marketing and communication materials. Overall, creating a strong and cohesive brand for the AAPI SLO organization is crucial for building trust and engagement with the community and achieving the organization\u27s goals of unity and visibility. The second component of the proposed project aims to create a safe space for Asian American individuals to anonymously report hate incidents they have experienced. The primarily virtual platform will provide a safe space for AAPI folks in the community to submit details of the incident, including the type of incident, location, and any other relevant information. Focusing on designing with the environment in mind, the AAPI brand and space will be welcoming and safe, reflecting the purpose that the organization and platform are created to serve. The submissions will be stored safely with the AAPI SLO organization and resources for support will be provided. Additionally, the platform will feature resources for Asian American individuals, including information on legal rights and mental health support. This project aims to address the rising incidence of hate crimes against Asian Americans and empower individuals to speak out against discrimination in a county where they may not feel empowered to
Laguna Love: A Sustainable Bikini Collection
Get PDFGraphic Communication can be applied to various industries of design. As a Cal Poly student I had the opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy. During that time I studied fashion and product development, which sparked my desire to become a textile designer one day; I specifically hope to work in the surf apparel industry. Whilst taking textile design classes abroad, I learned that I could apply my love for graphic design to the fashion industry quite seamlessly; I am thankful that Graphic Communication has provided me with the skill sets in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially, when applying my knowledge towards textiles. Having digital art skills gives any Graphic Communication student a leg-up in whichever industry they end up in
New Bike Path on Highland Drive
Get PDFThe purpose of the following paper is to provide a breakdown of the preconstruction and construction processes for a new bike path to be built on Highland Drive. Studies about the selected construction method and materials needed to complete the project are included. Soil-cement will be at the forefront as it offers the cheapest and most efficient way for the proposed new path to be constructed. The explanation for why soil-cement was chosen along with the various other ways in which it can be used are included. One concern the paper will address is the fact that the current bike path is non code compliant. To address this concern information on current code requirements and how the new path will be designed in accordance are analyzed. Charts and tables are provided directly from the California Department of Transportation website. The main concerns with this project were the feasibility and cost, both of which are addressed in the paper. Many different people and entities will need to be involved for this project to be completed in the future. As done the paper illustrates the method, cost, and schedule that are required to build a new bike path on Highland Drive
Building Artificial Reefs from Recycled Construction Materials: A Feasibility Study
Get PDFNaturally occurring reefs are some of the world’s most biologically diverse ecosystems formed by jagged rocks tucked slightly below sea level. In recent years global warming began to pose a major threat to many reef habitats. Most relevant is the increase in surface seawater temperatures that cause coral to bleach, taking away major food sources for larger marine species. Researchers have combated this by deploying artificial reefs in substitution for naturally formed limestone rock formations in order to promote the expansion of coastal habitats. This project specifically aims to utilize construction waste towards the production of artificial reefs, effectively upcycling waste from one of the world’s largest waste-generating industries and providing proper habitat for marine organisms. Construction is one of the world’s major contributors to waste and carbon production, so this project aims to find creative solutions to utilize material that would otherwise end up in landfills and contribute to global warning. Furthermore, the elements of an effective habitat must also be outlined in order to ensure that the end product serves its intended purpose. Material properties and previous designs will need to be referenced in order to ensure that the reef is both non-toxic and effective at providing shelter and nurturing coral growth. A suitable location will also need to be established in order to ensure that the reef is serving its intended purpose. A conceptual design will be developed as a result of the findings. Materials used in the fabrication of this design will include recycled cement, reused concrete base rock, and miscellaneous piping
Reflect to Connect
Get PDFEngineering statics is an important course and a prerequisite for many subsequent courses for many engineering majors. It is often students’ first exposure to technical engineering sciences. Most statics concepts are addressed in ways disconnected from students’ prior experiences and interests. Utility Value Interventions (UVIs) have been employed in fields like biology and chemistry to help students connect concepts in class and their lives outside the classroom. However, UVI usage in engineering so far has been limited. In this Senior Project paper, I will describe the process that the team Critical Research in Engineering and Technology Education (CREATE) and I used to translate UVI findings into motivational and interest-generating video modules for students in statics. I then explore themes in student feedback from pilot testing of this content. We designed these videos intending to help students make connections between statics concepts and themes found in our research. For our pilot study, I distributed the video module collection to students and faculty of all major disciplines. I used a quantitative questionnaire to investigate perceptions of usefulness, relevance, and potential to motivate or generate greater interest in statics concepts (e.g., “This video has the potential to help students become more interested in [statics concept]”). I collected data related to perceptions of the usefulness and helpfulness of the videos, as well as qualitative data in the form of free response prompts that ask respondents to provide more details or explanations for their responses (e.g., “Please describe what you find [interesting/confusing/exciting] about this video.”) I performed a descriptive analysis of our quantitative findings and leverage our qualitative data to help explain and offer a deeper understanding of our quantitative findings. This research will provide insight into what aspects, if any, of the motivational videos’ respondents perceived as helpful for making connections between statics concepts and their lives outside the classroom. Importantly, I used our findings to suggest revision plans and enhancements to the video modules to increase their potential for interest and motivation. By offering intentional opportunities and content for students to make connections between statics and their lives outside of the classroom, we hope to increase motivation and interest for students who might be struggling to make these connections on their own and ultimately become more engaged with the concepts themselves
“How did I not know any of this?” Teaching Reproductive Justice in an Abortion Desert
Get PDFReproductive justice is often used interchangeably with reproductive rights and reproductive health, overshadowing the importance of each movement’s contributions to understanding bodily autonomy. I am a former abortion care worker, now faculty at a Lutheran liberal arts college in an abortion desert. Antiabortion events on campus motivated students to request evidence-based education about reproductive issues, leading me to develop an immersive reproductive justice course. Reproductive justice is a framework that analyzes how systems of power prevent equitable access to and enjoyment of rights and health. The course examined how multifaceted oppressions shape reproductive self-determination and included content about abortion, adoption, childbirth, parenting, sterilization, and other topics. Learning about reproductive justice at a religiously affiliated institution in an abortion desert amplified the relevance of reproductive autonomy for students, exposing the lacuna of information most came to college with. Reflective teaching strategies helped students apply course concepts to their lived experiences
City Farm SLO Garden for All Accessible Planter Beds
Get PDFThis paper outlines the design, coordination, and construction efforts to build the Accessible Planter Boxes for the City Farm SLO’s Garden for All. The Garden for All was a concept created by the City Farm SLO staff to meet the need for an accessible learning space for students. The full design for the Garden for All also included mobile benches and tables, a shade structure, and decomposed granite pathways that were completed by other students. This project included the construction of 6 raised planter beds of differing heights and designs. Each planter bed was approximately 10 feet long and varied in height and structure. The planter boxes were designed with ADA requirements in mind in order to make the space available for all that come to the farm. From preconstruction to completion, the project lasted about 8 months with approximately 3 months of construction. The construction of this project was an extraordinary learning experience and correlated to many of the learning objectives in the construction management department