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Tik Tok University: Rusche College of Business
Get PDFAcross the country, universities have incorporated the use of social media platforms to target prospective students, keep current students in the loop, and create a stronger online presence overall In a world where certain platforms may rise to the top and others may just be a fading trend, it is even more important for these universities to determine what social media platforms to utilize and perform well on For the last two years, TikTok has become an increasingly popular social media application, particularly in regard to students Although its popularity seemed to only be temporary, the last year has shown a steady rise in users and content alike Judging it based solely off of popularity, some universities may consider joining the platform to increase their presence online However, before making such a public decision, research must be done to determine if this choice would be a good one Understanding the perspective of current College of Business students at Stephen F Austin State University and what their position on TikTok is, whether TikTok is popular with SFA College of Business students, and whether they believe SFA’s College of Business should add it to their list of platforms will help dictate what path the College of Business at SFA should consider taking Therefore, to discover the answer to these questions, we intend to research if Stephen F Austin State University\u27s Rusche College of Business should become a creator on TikTok according to Fall 2020 SFA College of Business student
A Multiple Perspective Journal through the Texas Revolution via Graphic Design
Get PDFOur ELED 3330 course charged us with being critical of our promotion of the hegemonic narrative. This inspired me to analyze 4 4th grade social studies TEKS to identify an opportunity for representation.
After a brief review of the literature, I used my skills in graphic design to develop a story utilizing primary sources that shares the Mexican perspective during the time immediately leading up to the Battle of San Jacinto.
Selected images from this graphic design will be shown. A lesson plan was also developed for implementation in a fourth grade classroom
Expression and Purification of hPEP Inhibitor Peptide
Get PDFThe enzyme human prolyl peptidase, or hPEP, has been linked to many processes within the brain, including breaking down neural peptides. A bovine milk protein, a-s1-casein (see above), has been found to inhibit hPEP in colon cancer cells. A 68 amino acid long section (bolded) of a-s1- casein containing the inhibitor region was cloned. The casein fragment expression was optimized for expression of the peptide. The purpose for optimizing expression is to have much of it on hand to utilize in further studies on its inhibitory properties on hPEP. By using this fragment of casein, one can study the structure and function of hPEP by testing different locations of the inhibitor sequence in the peptides to see how exactly it is inhibited
Early Shell-tempered Pots and Corn in the Ozark Highland
Get PDFThe health benefits of cooking corn (Zea mays) in a shell-tempered pot seem to be at the heart of an important innovation, and is inferred to be strong evidence of corn as an A.D. seventh-century dietary supplement if not a true staple in the Ozark Highland
Gender Microaggressions: Experiences from a Doctoral Student
Get PDFMicroaggressions make individuals feel excluded and ostracized every day. Oftentimes, these microaggressions go unnoticed and unreported. In higher education, microaggressions can be especially difficult to prove and frequently covert. This article is a reflection on my personal experiences with gender microaggressions as a doctoral student. Since transitioning to being a full-time student and research graduate assistant, I have frequently experienced microaggressions based on my gender. As a female in a male-dominated work environment, my achievements and abilities are often devalued and undermined. Though my faculty and advisors have been nothing but supportive, my interactions with my fellow graduate assistants have not always been as positive. These experiences have led me down a path of self-discovery that promotes and reinforces my own self-worth as a female doctoral student at a mid-sized public university in the rural United States
Steps in Building a Successful Resilient Cyber Protocol
Get PDFThis article aims to help city administrators gain a systematic approach to building resilient cybersecurity protocols. Resilient protocols provide the basic organizational framework that layers employees, processes, and technologies that can address cyber risks to cities. Thus, these protocols provide the solid foundation necessary to protect cities and public institutions from the constant threat of cyberattacks. This article also offers suggestions on how cities can gain information technology (IT) resilience, and discusses boundaries in the layered approach to resilience
MULTIVARIATE CLUSTER ANALYSIS OF THE TEACHER STRESS INVENTORY (TSI) PRIOR TO AND DURING COVID-19
Get PDFThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused a negative situation with no precedents in the education system of the United States (U.S.). To mitigate the spread of the virus, many school closures occurred nationwide, and schools transitioned from face-to-face instruction to a mixture of self-directed guide home education or online teaching. These drastic changes could be causing teachers, as many other professionals exposed to sudden adjustments (e.g., medical doctors/firefighters), to express high levels of stress, emotional burden, and anxiety. The purpose of this study is to compare the profiles of the teacher stress inventory (TSI) before and during COVID-19. Data from a representative sample of teachers in the U.S. collected during the Pandemic (n=361) was compared to data collected in 2017 (n=336). The goal of this study was to estimate the impact of COVID-19 on teachers’ stress. In specific, this dissertation examined if individuals with high, medium, and low levels of stress differ in health outcomes before and during COVID-19. Results indicate that teachers report high levels of stress during normal circumstances and during the event of a pandemic. However, teachers\u27 stress profile during the event of a pandemic showed a higher level of impact in Emotional manifestation including symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. The results of this study highlight the importance of promoting mental health and providing assistance to teachers at-risk to prevent teachers’ disability and attrition
DEVELOPMENT OF STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE WITH MODIFIED METHOD TO QUANTIFY BENZENE AND OTHER VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS IN AIR SAMPLES USING GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY
Get PDFStephen F. Austin State University (SFASU) Department of Environmental Science has recently invested in a gas chromatograph which can be used to analyze air samples for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylenes (BTEX). The goal of this project was to develop a standard operating procedure (SOP) and modify the current method for the detection of VOCs associated with oil and gas drilling activity to accommodate the equipment and capabilities of SFASU Environmental Assessment Lab. This study aims to provide the framework for future research in air quality monitoring in the Eagle Ford Shale area. An SOP has been developed for the SFA Environmental Assessment Lab and details materials, lab procedures, gas chromatograph (GC) analysis, field sample collection procedures, and operation and maintenance of the GC. A modified method of analysis for BTEX has been developed based on EPA Method TO14A and method validation parameters are discussed. Ambient air samples were collected from gas stations in Nacogdoches, Texas to evaluate whether the method is capable of detecting BTEX in air samples. Samples at the refueling level consistently had sufficient concentration of VOCs within the analysis capabilities of the current method parameters. Samples at the breathing level and property line levels consistently returned analysis results of less than the limit of quantitation
(LOQ). It was possible to see peaks in the respective retention windows on most breathing level chromatograms and some property line chromatograms, however the peaks could not statistically be differentiated from noise. Concentrations of toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylenes identified by the modified method of analysis were well below the National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH) recommended exposure limit (REL) and Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) permissible exposure limit (PEL). The LOQ for these VOCs were also well below the respective protective levels. This indicated that the modified method was adequate for analyzing toluene, ethylbenzene and xylenes for protective purposes. Concentrations of benzene identified by the modified method of analysis were well above the NIOSH REL and OSHA PEL. The LOQ for benzene was above one of the protective levels. This indicated that the method may not be adequate for analyzing benzene for protective purposes
University-based Principal Preparation Programs in Texas in 2019: Where is Special Education?
Get PDFMost principal training programs in the United States focus very little on preparing aspiring instructional leaders to lead programs for students with disabilities. An examination of principal preparation programs and their SPED components is necessary at a time when standards have been revised and new certification exams have been constructed in Texas. To explore the presence of SPED topics in principal certification courses, we used a classical content analysis with a group of university-based principal preparation programs. Almost half of the universities in our study required 18 semester hours or fewer for principal certification, and none of these had course titles specific to SPED. Implications for supporting new principals in practice are provided
Leadership through Chaos and the Demand for Resiliency
Get PDFOne of the sobering takeaways from the international pandemic is the concept of “new normal.” Indeed, many were entranced with the phrase in its advent, but over the last many months, the phrase has become one about which people have grown tired or weary. In some ways, new normal is a lens through which one can look at an organization\u27s culture. That is, to what extent do the values and beliefs that are collectively held by those who are invested in an organization succumb to force from without the organization in times of crisis? In other words, despite stresses placed upon an organization from its surroundings, how does an organization adapt to maintain its primary purpose and meet the needs of its stakeholders?
Giving voice to and understanding the thoughts and experiences of various stakeholders involved in public education offers insights into organizational culture. In this article, we present perspectives of the experiences of stakeholders (campus administrators, teachers, parents, school staff) who interact with public educational organizations on personal and professional levels in a climate that can best be defined as uncertain and chaotic. Of particular interest is the commonality of the various thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about different yet shared experiences through a global pandemic.
Discussion questions addressed educational and personal impact, related to education, of COVID-19. Questions altered to address issues related to each of the stakeholders. While specific questions were constructed to each of the stakeholder groups, common inquiries that supported discussion are below: How has COVID-19 most significantly impacted your role? How has COVID-19 impacted relationships externally in the school community? How has COVID-19 changed or otherwise impacted communication with parents and the community? How has COVID-19 changed or otherwise impacted relationships internally within the school community