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Time matters: How the age of ACE onset moderates the relationship between ACE and college student burnout
No full textBackground: While ACE are widely associated with numerous physical and psychological outcomes like depression, anxiety, and stress, research on their specific impact on burnout and the timing of ACE onset remains unknown. This study aims to fill this gap by examining how maltreatment, household dysfunction, and neglect, along with their developmental timing, may exacerbate college student burnout. Methods: Survey development, recruitment, and primary data collection was conducted in Fall 2023. Data (N=939) were cross-sectional college student survey responses that assessed ACE exposure, ACE onset, perceived severity, burnout, demographics, and other health-related behaviors and outcomes. ACE were examined as a composite score and by type (i.e., maltreatment, household dysfunction, and neglect). Burnout was characterized as a combination of personal and school-related items that ranged from 12 to 60, with higher scores representing higher levels of burnout. Results: Findings indicate that each additional ACE was associated with an increase in burnout score. Moreover, earlier age of ACE onset was associated higher burnout levels. Students with ACE who experienced ACE at an earlier age (<6 years) also reported higher burnout scores. The associations between child sexual abuse and household mental illness were significantly greater than the association between other ACE and burnout, suggesting that these types of adversity may be perceived as more severe than other ACE items in the context of college burnout. Conclusion: This study contributes to the limited body of literature focused on whether early childhood adversities contribute to emotional and physical exhaustion (burnout) in early adulthood. This project highlights the importance of understanding the developmental timing of ACE and its cumulative effects on burnout, providing insights for targeted interventions to address childhood trauma's impact on young adult mental health
Strategy for Growth at The Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship (C-STE)
No full textAbstract Strategy for Growth at The Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship (C-STE) By Joanna Olmos Master of Business Administration This report is a growth plan for The Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship (C-STE). C-STE is within the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics and provides both curricular and co-curricular programs to support students on their entrepreneurial and innovation journeys. The Center focuses on technology and social entrepreneurship, offering programs like speaker series, fast pitch and bull ring competitions, summer courses, and mentorship opportunities. Our analysis is based on internal documents that were given to us by the client, which include an AACSB report that spans back five years and includes program details and student engagement numbers. Client documents also include program calendars and previous C-STE marketing materials. In addition to client documents, our analysis incorporates industry reports and university trends related to entrepreneurship education. We also used primary data in our analysis in the form of student and faculty surveys, focus group responses, and interviews with other universities that run similar entrepreneurship programs to C-STE. For this project, I focused on analyzing the effectiveness of C-STE's current practices that related to student engagement. In collaboration with my team, I helped develop questions for the student, faculty, and university surveys. I created the faculty and university questionnaires within Qualtrics and organized the survey results to better analyze the gap between C-STE's self-assessment compared to where students and faculty perceive C-STE to be. I also identified opportunities that would enhance C-STE's visibility. The research we found shows that C-STE operates in an industry with rapid changes and technological advancements. This influences C-STE to stay current with industry trends and regularly update their programs and courses to reflect this. Another recommendation that I led was targeted marketing strategies that are tailored to align with a student's major. This will increase the relevance of C-STE's programs to non-business majors and target a broader student audience. Throughout the project, I led the preparation of key deliverables, research, and the team's organization. On average, I contributed 14 hours per week to the development of C-STE's growth plan. These recommendations are designed to position C-STE for sustainable growth
Building Trust and Accountability: The Role of Community-Led Policing in Modern Law Enforcement
No full textCommunity-led policing has transformed the approach to law enforcement. By being public-driven and responding to calls for reform against police brutality, this model shifts the focus toward improving the relationship between officers and the community. The typical policing models have emphasized authority and control, often resulting in aggressive tactics that negatively impact local communities. High-profile instances of police violence have spread throughout social media nationwide. Because of this, community members and leaders have begun demanding accountability and change within local law enforcement agencies. This thesis aims to explore the potential benefits of community-led policing and how this approach can enhance community trust and accountability among agencies by conducting interviews with community members and activists. The research aims to investigate the impact of community-led policing on public trust in law enforcement and police accountability in contemporary policing practices. This research will provide insight into the community's perspective of law enforcement and the next steps towards implementing community-led policing
Work-Life Balance Challenges for Women that Work in the Public Sector: Juggling their 9-to-5 Career, Family, and Wellbeing, Simultaneously
No full textThis study focuses on the work-life balance (WLB) issues that women face within the City of Glendale's Public Works Department between the ages of 25 and 45. Although public sector regulations allow for sick leave, flexible work schedules, and part-time alternatives, women often face challenges accessing these benefits. These barriers stem from workplace culture, rigid institutional practices, and fear of stigma. This study will gather data through semi-structured interviews to investigate the lived experiences of female employees juggling professional responsibilities and caregiving roles. This study will evaluate the role of HR policies, supervisor support, and organization expectations, in addition to identifying structural barriers and potential organizational improvements. The results will shed light on the relationship between flexible work schedules and employee retention, job satisfaction, and well-being. Through addressing policy-practice gaps, providing useful suggestions for HR reform, and educating policymakers about the need for inclusive, equitable workplace cultures in municipal government, this research will advance the subject of public administration
"Stop Saying You Want Us" Diversity without Inclusivity: The Black Student Experience and Perceptions of AntiBlackness at California State University Institutions (CSU)
No full textThis study investigates the structural and cultural conditions impacting Black student success within the California State University (CSU) system. Despite long-standing commitments to equity and diversity, Black student enrollment and retention in the CSU continue to decline. Through an analysis of secondary qualitative and quantitative data, including studies, interviews, surveys, and focus groups conducted within recent years, this research centers the lived experiences of Black students to examine how institutional policies, campus climate, and administrative practices shape access, belonging, and persistence. As the largest four-year public university system in the nation, the CSU provides a critical site for understanding how systemic inequities operate within higher education. Framed by Critical Race Theory in Education, BlackCrit, and Anti-Oppressive Praxis, this study interrogates the gap between institutional promises and the realities faced by Black students, faculty, and staff. Findings reveal persistent patterns: underrepresentation of Black students and faculty, lack of cultural congruence in student services, insufficient investment in anti-racist infrastructure, and limited accountability in addressing anti-Blackness. While some campuses have initiated targeted outreach and student support efforts, these measures have not produced widespread or sustained improvements in Black student outcomes. The evidence-rooted in both data and testimony-demands a shift from repeated diagnosis to meaningful action. Further study of well-documented disparities risks redundancy and retraumatization if not accompanied by structural change. The CSU system has the insight and tools to transform itself; what remains in question is the will to implement systemic, racially conscious, and culturally responsive reform that affirms and supports Black student success
The Challenges of Affordable Housing Development: Through the Eyes of Private Developers
No full textThe California Housing Crisis often evokes images of individuals experiencing homelessness and extreme poverty; however, the scope of the issue has expanded to affect a wide range of the state's population. The traditional single-family sprawl has landlocked many communities, and with the rising costs, even the average middle-class household is being priced out of the market. This is a social issue that cannot be solved with a single solution or single stakeholder; therefore, every stakeholder's contribution is vital. This study focuses on the issue from the private developer's perspective, as they are the primary entity that constructs new housing. Partnerships between public agencies and private developers are challenging due to the competing interests between the two parties. Nevertheless, public agencies recognize that private developers play a crucial role in the available housing stock; therefore, it is essential to consider policies and program design from the developer's perspective. Public organizations and academic research focus on addressing individual aspects rather than the combined problems that discourage private developers from constructing affordable housing. This study will explore the key factors and processes in housing development to understand how public agencies can create customized programs to increase affordable housing development in their community
Loss Aversion Underlying Value Conflict: Considering Perceptions Against Public Value
No full textThis study investigates the role of loss aversion in shaping perceptions among citizen stakeholders localized around the LA Metro Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project, a complex transit infrastructure initiative marked by competing interests and priorities. Using a cross-sectional, anonymous survey with closed-ended questions, the study examines how loss aversion affects stakeholders' perceived risks, expected losses, and resistant behaviors toward the transit project's construction. Grounded in the public value framework's emphasis on aligning policy initiatives with stakeholder values, the study offers empirical insights into how loss aversion intensifies value conflict. These findings help LA Metro and its partners anticipate and address stakeholder concerns through more inclusive, behaviorally informed engagement strategies. By integrating the behavioral insights of loss aversion into public value theory, this study offers actionable guidance for public administrators to reframe policies, manage value conflicts, and build the underlying legitimacy and public support necessary for successful policy implementation
Determining The Effectiveness of California's Mental Health Policies
No full textThis graduate project evaluates the effectiveness of California's mental health policies in providing Assisted Outpatient Treatment services and public safety. Assembly Bill 1421 known as Laura's Law and Senate Bill 1338 known as the CARE Act will be the focus of this study. A systematic literature review was generated to gain insight into what these mental health policies are, why they exist, the importance of these policies and how effective they are at achieving their intended goals. Findings reveal that California's mental health policies have strong correlations to improved public safety and treatment services provided even with the deficiencies that exist in mental health policies in California. This study highlights the importance of the complex mental health policies intended to ensure public safety, prevent crises and provide vital treatment to vulnerable populations
Impact of First-Generation Youth Voices on Organizational Effectiveness in Immigrant-Serving Nonprofits
No full textThis study examines the impact of engagement among first-generation youth on Kern County nonprofits that primarily serve immigrant populations. The researchers selected 30 direct-service staff for semi-structured interviews. The approach used in this study was qualitative and descriptive to expand upon the limited research in this field of study. The researchers will randomly choose thirty direct-service nonprofit professionals in Kern County for individual semi-structured interviews. This study will provide a framework for nonprofit leaders to engage with first-generation youth stakeholders, enhancing the organizational effectiveness of immigrant-serving programs
Regulating artificial intelligence for a sustainable future
No full textArtificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly expanded across the public sector, transforming service delivery, citizen interaction, and resource management. However, this technological advancement comes with significant environmental challenges such as increased energy consumption, elevated carbon emissions, extensive water usage, and electronic waste. This graduate project explores how regulatory policy networks in the United States navigate the growing need to balance the benefits of artificial intelligence with these associated environmental impacts. Through a systematic literature review and guided by Governance Network Theory, this research uses peer-reviewed articles, government documents, and reports, to evaluate stakeholder interactions, governance mechanisms, and overall effectiveness of existing regulatory frameworks. The findings reveal a lack of clear sustainability criteria in current governance approaches to AI development and deployment. By establishing enforceable sustainability standards, enhancing stakeholder collaboration, and increasing transparency, policymakers can strengthen governance structures that explicitly merge environmental responsibility into the rapidly evolving AI landscape. This project contributes to meaningful discourse at the intersection of public administration, sustainability, and technology integration