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The Emotional Labor of Care: Sustainability and Strain in Leading with Unconditional Positive Regard
Get PDFUnconditional Positive Regard (UPR) is the capacity to honor the inherent worth of all persons, a practice increasingly applied to school leadership. While UPR fosters trust and dignity-based relationships, its sustained use within chronically under-resourced schools exacts a significant emotional toll. This study builds on prior research with Colorado school leaders who framed UPR as a “compass for relationships.” Using narrative inquiry with five leaders from the original cohort, this follow-up examined the emotional and psychological costs of leading with UPR. Findings revealed four themes: the weight of holding space, tensions between values and mandates, resilience through reflection, and boundary-setting as care. Leaders described compassion fatigue, moral dissonance, and burnout, but also identified reflective practices and boundary work as sustaining strategies. Implications highlight the need for leadership preparation, district supports, and policy frameworks that explicitly recognize and protect the emotional labor of humanizing leadership
The Evolution and Future of Microservices Architecture with AI-Driven Enhancements
Get PDFMicroservices architecture has revolutionized software development by enabling the decomposition of monolithic applications into smaller, more manageable services. While this shift has reduced risks and enhanced system resiliency, the increasing complexity of managing numerous microservices presents new challenges. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, there is a growing need to explore how autonomous AI agents can optimize microservices architectures, particularly in terms of communication and workflow orchestration. The purpose of this study is to investigate how AI agents can autonomously interact and manage microservices, reducing human intervention and enhancing system efficiency. The key research question guiding this investigation relates to how autonomous AI agents can optimize communication and coordination between microservices to minimize complexity and increase system scalability. Addressing this question is significant because AI agents have the potential to handle routine management tasks, such as load balancing, resource allocation, and service monitoring. This could drastically reduce operational complexities and allow developers to focus on more innovative and strategic functions. The results of this study could pave the way for a new era of AI-augmented microservices, leading to more resilient, scalable, and efficient systems that operate with minimal human intervention
Winter Dance Concert, February 13-15, 2025
Get PDFEvent program for the Winter Dance Concert, February 13-15, 2025, Lindenwood University
The Intersection of Interactive Narrative and Flow State Immersion: An Exploration of Trauma, Resilience, and Post-Traumatic Growth
No full textThis project explores potential mechanisms for improving mental health, with a specific focus on trauma and PTSD, through the use of flow state and immersive digital experiences. These concepts are discussed in the context of video game design, which allows for an analysis of gameplay (ludic) features as well as narrative elements. Components are considered in isolation and as part of a greater whole, with commercially developed titles used as examples of successful design
Integrating AI-Driven Neurofeedback with Brain-Computer Interfaces: A Paradigm for Effortless Learning and Workforce Transformation
Get PDFThis editorial discusses the merging of AI-driven neurofeedback with brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to create a new model for effortless, unconscious learning. By interpreting and reinforcing specific neural patterns, these technologies can enable users to acquire skills without traditional instruction, making them especially valuable in fast-evolving industries. They also offer powerful tools for individuals with physical impairments by enabling control through thought alone. However, the author emphasizes the importance of ethical oversight, particularly around cognitive autonomy, data privacy, and consent. As the field matures, ongoing research and regulation will be essential to ensure responsible development and widespread, beneficial use
Book Review: Emily Cain, Mirrors of the Divine: Late Ancient Christianity and the Vision of God. New York: Oxford University Press, 2023
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Florent Schmitt\u27s Dionysiaques, OP. 62
Get PDFThis article by Trevor Frost explores Dionysiaques, Op. 62, a groundbreaking work for wind band by French composer Florent Schmitt, situating it within its historical, cultural, and musical contexts. Written in 1913 for the elite Musique de la Garde Républicaine, Dionysiaques stands out as a rare example of original symphonic band repertoire during a time when military bands primarily played marches and transcriptions. Schmitt’s composition blends French impressionism with rhythmic intensity, drawing on the influence of composers like Debussy, Ravel, and his teacher Gabriel Fauré, while also aligning with the forward-looking aesthetics of Stravinsky and early neoclassicism.
Frost discusses Schmitt’s eclectic musical influences—ranging from German Romanticism to Russian orchestration—and his involvement in important musical circles, including Les Apaches and the Société Musicale Indépendante. The article provides insight into the competitive cultural environment in Paris and the ideological split between progressive and conservative musical societies. Against this backdrop, Dionysiaques is analyzed not just as a technical tour de force, but also as a reflection of Dionysian ritual and ecstatic transformation.
The analysis portion outlines the work’s ABA’B’ form, highlighting Schmitt’s use of polymeter, chromaticism, and harmonic ambiguity. Frost details the score’s motivic developments, rhythmic layering, and orchestration, including the unique instrumentation of the French Republican Guard band. The article concludes by recognizing Schmitt’s underappreciated role in expanding the wind band’s repertoire, arguing that Dionysiaques helped pave the way for future innovations in the genre. Trevor Frost’s scholarly study not only illuminates Schmitt’s compositional voice but also contributes to the broader understanding of early 20th-century wind music
