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Raciolinguistic (Re)presentations: Portraits of Predominantly English-Speaking Latine Educators in Independent Schools
No full textThe current dissertation addressed the importance of Latine educators' subjectivity and identity in independent schools. Applying the theoretical framework of raciolinguistics perspective theory, a literature review revealed how the persistent nature of raciolinguistic ideologies shaped educators' and students' subjectivities throughout their lives, both in and beyond schools. In an attempt to decouple racial identity from linguistic identity, I used portraiture methodology to highlight the ways predominantly English-speaking Latine educators made meaning of their raciolinguistic subjectivities and identities, and how their meaning making informed their pedagogy, identity as educators, and relationships with their students in independent schools, a school context that often serves as proxy for Whiteness, monoglossism, and high socioeconomic class. The two independent school educators' portraits featured in the current study demonstrate how they used borderlands/nepantla identity-based storytelling to sift through the contradictions and ambiguities of what it means to be a U.S.-born, predominantly English-speaking Latine and how they leaned into the complexities to (re)present their identities on their own terms. Findings suggest raciolinguistic ideologies are continuously enacted even in contexts where race and language are not typically explored. The study has implications for future research that urges raciolinguistic researchers to broaden their scope on whose stories are told, how they are told, and who has the opportunity to tell them. The current study also has implications on the role of independent schools in fostering a greater sense of belonging for Latine educators and students navigating the raciolinguistic landscape of predominantly White and predominantly English-speaking schools.https://doi.org/10.46569/cj82kh56
Associations Between Early Life Adversity and Self-Attitudes in Adulthood
No full textAdversity experienced in early life has the potential to disrupt the development of positive self-perceptions and adaptive coping mechanisms associated with self-compassion. Adversity frequency and strength becomes especially salient among first-generation Latinx/e college students, where there is an interplay of economic, cultural, and educational challenges. The present study examined the relationship between early life adversity, self-esteem, and self-compassion among emerging adults attending a public university. Additionally, the study assessed whether first-generation identification moderated the association between early life adversity and self-compassion, and whether this had subsequent effects on self-esteem. The sample consisted of Latinx/e college students (N = 376, Mage = 22.28, 65.4% first-generation, 77.9% female identifying) who participated in an online survey in Spring of 2019. Using cross-sectional data, correlational analyses were conducted for preliminary results. A subsequent regression analysis yielded an insignificant direct effect of early life adversity on self-esteem in our sample. However, the overall moderated mediation was significant, indicating that first-generation students who reported higher adversity engaged in lower self-compassion compared to their continuing-generation peers and lower self-compassion was associated with lower self-esteem. These results highlight the detrimental effects of early life adversity among a growing population of Latinx/e first-generation students in higher education spaces.https://doi.org/10.46569/cn69mf10
Quebrando Frontreras for Part-Time Latinx Students in a Support Program at a Community College
No full textThis qualitative study aimed to elevate the voices of part-time Latinx students in a support program in a community college. The study was intended for educators and policymakers and Promise Scholars Program staff and leadership. Three research questions guided this study: Does participating in the Promise Scholars Program at the community college positively impact part-time Latinx students? How do part-time Latinx program scholars navigate the community college? In what ways does the support program help these participating students navigate their journey in the community college? This study used narrative inquiry in conjunction with grounded theory through convenience sampling. Findings from this study highlighted various challenges and experiences, including barriers such as full-time work, being a first-generation student, family obligations, financial hardships, and mental health issues. In contrast, the study also identified positive factors such as aspirational capital, financial aid, impacts of the Promise Scholars Program, counselors, and staff. The study concludes with recommendations at the state level, requesting that California Assembly Bill 19 (AB 19) be amended to include part-time students in the Promise Scholars Program at the community college. This study's recommendations include policy structural changes of AB 19, student support services and program enhancements, technology and accessibility improvements, cross-department collaboration and improvement.https://doi.org/10.46569/44558q49
Addressing Mental Health Issues in The Public Sector
No full textThis review explores the mental health challenges faced by public sector employees and evaluates the effectiveness of workplace interventions aimed at supporting mental well-being. As mental health disorders like depression and anxiety become increasingly common, especially within public sector environments, this review examines the mental health resources and training programs currently available for public employees. A systematic literature review highlights how training programs for managers and employee wellness initiatives can enhance employee productivity, reduce absenteeism, and foster a supportive workplace culture. Findings indicate that while these interventions have positive outcomes, challenges remain, including stigma, resource limitations, and inconsistencies in program uptake. This review highlights the importance of comprehensive and accessible mental health programs in public sector workplaces to support employee well-being, enhance retention, and foster an inclusive and productive organizational culture
Employee Authentication Using Face Recognition: A Simple And Secure Approach
No full textThis study intends to develop a system of employee authentication based on face recognition to eliminate the barriers of conventional access control like cards and numbers. The purpose is to improve workplace security as well as productivity by utilizing a contactless and high-stress system that will rely on biometric facial data. The BioID System uses Real-time face detection through the Haar Cascade Classifier and face recognition through the Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN). The development includes the common procedures for image processing including normalization and resizing among others to enhance the recognition model. Implementation was done in Python while OpenCV helped in face detection, and TensorFlow in training and deploying the CNN. The facial recognition model was trained and tested using a database of more than 13,000 faces; they were images of different lighting, with accessories on, and with different facial expressions. The system made an overall recognition accuracy of 90.08% and ensured real-world working ability. Faced with traditional approaches, it loses or steals IDs and has simpler security with easy- to-fake ID cards, whereas here issues are solved using unique facial features. The outcomes demonstrate how much has been achieved in trumping prior techniques while preserving user friendliness without compromising privacy. The reliability of the model was further established in compatriot systems with benchmarked accurate and faster processing outcomes about recognition acumen. x The facial recognition-based authentication system proposed in this work has shown to be secure, efficient, and scalable compared to the conventional methods. As a result, the method compels the system to provide fast and accurate authentication while maintaining privacy requirements. Possible future work may be related to the improvement of general system overview, Multi-modal biometric system integration and finer tuning of the developed models to get even better prediction and recognition accuracy. This research focuses on how face recognition technology can enhance the functionality of workplace security systems today and solve new issues in workplace security
The Wedge Between Us: A Short Film
No full textBackground and aim: This creative project is a film dedicated to representing Asian American generational trauma in an accessible, short animated, format. Successful completion of this project will convey cultural nuisance to a universal audience through animated storytelling and detail the creative and technical process of producing a short film. Methodology: The project's methodology utilizes the three stages of the film-making process: pre-production, production, and post-production. Each stage builds off the last and is informed by decisions and creative choices made during ongoing film production. Conclusion: Films can effectively depict generational trauma experienced by Asian Americans without relying on dialogue. By doing so, it can delve deeper into the complex dynamics and disconnects between different generations within the community. The absence of dialogue allows for a universal analysis that transcends language barriers and can catalyze open discussions within the Asian American community by addressing these issues directly. The conversations that begin from viewing the film will foster understanding and contribute to the trauma healing process. Keywords: Animation, Asian American, Generational Trauma, Pre-Production, Production, Post-Productio
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Motives for Alcohol Consumption
No full textPurpose: The purpose of this study is to explore whether there is a correlation between an individual's Adverse Childhood Experiences and their motives for consuming alcohol. The research question is, "how do adverse childhood experiences affect motives in engaging in alcohol consumption amongst people of legal drinking age?" Methods: English speaking participants who are 21 years or older completed an anonymous online survey that collected basic demographic information, adverse childhood experience (ACES) score, and questions related to their motives of drinking. A cross analysis was performed between the participants ACEs score and their Drinking Motives category to determine if there is correlation between the two. Results: ACES had an insignificant negative correlation with Social, r(43) = -.016, p = .920, and statistically insignificant positive correlations with Coping, r(43) = .145, p = .354, Enhancement, r(43) = .066, p = .675, and Conformity, r(43) = .169, p = .278. Discussion: the study found that although ACEs didn't correlate with drinking motives, the drinking motives correlated with one another. Keywords: ACEs
Panorama City Resiliency Plan: Housing Characteristics
No full textPanorama City is the ancestral home of the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians. Prior to the establishment of Spanish, Mexican, and American governments, Panorama City was a rich tribal area known as Wiqanga. Later, settlers used the land for cattle ranching, citrus groves, wheat fields, and dairy farms. Post World War II marked a significant turning point for Panorama City; the agricultural community was developed into the first planned community in the San Fernando Valley. First coined as the "The Heart of the Valley", industrialist Henry J. Kaiser and home builder Fritz Burns saw Panorama City as an opportunity to develop a suburban community by marketing homes for World War II veterans. Panorama City quickly transformed into a residential community with significant industrial and retail projects, especially General Motor's Fisher Body plant and the Panorama City Medical Center. The General Motor's Plant ultimately closed in 1992 and was rebuilt as The Plant shopping center in 1998
Gaining Growth and Attracting Along with Operational Feasibility - Qwench Juice
No full textIn this project, our team focused on assessing the business operational feasibility and identifying strategies for business development and customer acquisition for a juice bar franchise located in Northridge, California. My role was crucial in conducting comprehensive internal and external analyses, evaluating strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats within the juice bar industry, and developing identified opportunities. I conducted an in-depth analysis of the local juice bar beverage market, particularly within the Los Angeles area, and explored potential growth opportunities. My research confirmed that the food and beverage industry is expanding in Los Angeles and presents a promising avenue for the juice bar growth. Insights gathered emphasized a rising consumer preference for healthier beverages, including fruit and vegetable-based drinks. This approach would help increase revenue and customer outreach. Additionally, I analyzed consumer behavior for walk-up windows for faster services. This analysis highlighted how walk-up windows positively impact sales by reducing client wait time and enhancing customer convenience. Applying these insights, I identified the potential advantages of offering walk-up window services to cater to customers who prefer quick service with easy access and minimal interaction. Throughout the project, I played an active role in analyzing relevant data, researching industry and academic sources, and connecting insights with real-world data to formulate actionable strategies. My contributions were valuable and practical for strategic decision-making, focusing on critical analysis of operational feasibility, growth potential, and external risks. My efforts significantly contributed to formulating targeted, evidence-based recommendations aimed at enhancing customer attraction, operations, and positioning the client for long-term success in Northridge's competitive food and beverage market
Graduate Project in Abstract format
No full textThe goal of this lecture recital is to traverse through common experiences and tendencies in improvised music, dissect our way through improvised solos from bebop trombone pioneer, J.J Johnson, and begin to explore how one could start teaching improvisation while referring to the four main characteristics of an improvised solo. Melody being the first of the four, can be summarized as playing a sequence of notes that is musically satisfying to the ear. Rhythm, the second on the list translates to a strong pattern of movement or sound in time that one can grab and latch onto audibly. Harmony, which is the third on the list, expands further on note choice, while introducing the combination of notes played simultaneously to create chords. Lastly, style, our final characteristic and arguably the most important of the bunch is the manner of playing something in a way that is unique to oneself. The content and listening material used for this lecture will consist of multiple recordings from J.J. Johnson's discography, which will be dissected and segmented to highlight each characteristic of an improvised solo. This approach will allow educators and students alike to advance their own skills and even analyze their own improvisation for future success as well. I intend for this lecture to fuel the launch into jazz improvisation and harmony as an educator, while still taking away improvisation rich content to further push one's progress or to start a brand new journey instead. All of this will be achieved by the process of listening, transcribing, and analyzing each of the selected solos to start to cover the immense field of jazz improvisatio