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Woman in Period Costume
No full textA black and white negative of a person in period costume to celebrate the centennial of East Texas State University.https://lair.etamu.edu/scua-univ-photos-browse-all/2697/thumbnail.jp
Exploring the Impact of Research and Instruction Librarian Accessibility on Graduate Student Achievement
No full textThis article explores the impact of embedding a research and instruction librarian within the graduate school at East Texas A&M University to address the unique research challenges faced by graduate students. Relocating the librarian to the graduate school increased accessibility to library services, promoted personalized support, and enhanced visibility among students and faculty. Data collected through LibInsight and user feedback revealed significant increases in research consultations, workshop attendance, and faculty engagement following the relocation. The initiative also led to the development of targeted instructional resources and collaborative research tools. While logistical and awareness challenges were encountered, the outcomes highlight the effectiveness of embedded librarianship in improving graduate student achievement and fostering deeper integration of library services within academic programs
Early Detection of Colon Cancer through Colonoscopy: Analysis of Tumor Size and Resection Length
No full textColon cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, with early detection critical for improved outcomes. Colonoscopy is a primary screening tool that can reduce incidence rates through the identification and removal of precancerous polyps. This study examines how undergoing a colonoscopy prior to diagnosis impacts two key surgical outcomes: tumor size and colon resection length. Data were collected from 70 de-identified patients who underwent colon resection for colon cancer between 2019 and 2024 at two regional hospitals in East Texas: Hunt Regional Medical Center and Mother Christus Frances Hospital. Using pathology reports, tumor size and resection length were compared between patients who had received a prior colonoscopy and those who had not. Statistical analysis, performed using the R Program, included Shapiro Wilks test and Mann Whitney U test to assess significance. Results indicate that patients with a history of a screening colonoscopy presented with significantly smaller tumors, suggesting less invasive surgical intervention. These findings support the effectiveness of colonoscopy as a tool not only for early detection but also for potentially reducing surgical burden. This data reinforce the value of colonoscopy as a preventative measure and highlight its role in improving both surgical outcomes and overall patient care
Beyond the Stars: \u3ci\u3e2001: A Space Odyssey\u3c/i\u3e and the Philosophical Dimensions of Science Fiction Film
No full textScience fiction (SF) films are typically some of the most popular movies that are released each year. They tend to be blockbuster phenomena, raking in millions or even billions of dollars. Examples of modern SF hits include Avatar (2009), which grossed 2,799,439,100 worldwide (“Avatar”; “Avengers: Endgame”). The SF film genre itself has a history that begins as early as the 1890s when film as a medium developed alongside technological advances in image and sound. Throughout the genre’s long history, several tropes have remained prevalent, such as a concern with the future, along with the creation of new, out-of-this-world technologies. The following section discusses some important SF film genre conventions that have existed since its earliest stages. The discussion of SF genre conventions leads to an overview of the specific film this thesis will examine, Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968). The overall goal of the project is to engage with the philosophical dimensions of 2001 through an analysis of its sound design. The project selects and analyzes key moments that show how sound design can expand our understanding of technological transformation, biological development, and the boundaries of human experience
Exciton Dynamics of Perylene Diimide Derivatives Studied by Photoluminescence Anisotropy and Vibrational Spectroscopy
No full textPerylene diimides (PDIs) have received significant attention for organic optoelectronic devices and solar energy applications because of their high optical absorption, effective energy transfer capabilities, and adaptable chemical properties. The exploration of exciton dynamics in PDI derivatives has been studied by spectroscopic fluorescence polarization (P) measurements. In this investigation, photoluminescence anisotropy is used to explore exciton migration in ensembles of perylene diimide (PDI). Besides, the vibronic effect of sidechain substituents of PDIs is studied by vibrational spectra obtained by using Raman and Fourier transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy which often provides valuable insights into their molecular vibrational modes, structural characteristics, and intermolecular interactions. Understanding the fundamental exciton dynamics and the influence of structural modifications on their optical properties is crucial for enhancing their performance in organic semiconductor devices
An Exploration of How Secondary Administrators Use Culturally Responsive School Leadership Practices to Recruit and Retain African American Males in Advanced Placement Courses
No full textThe purpose of this study was to explore culturally responsive leadership practices used by secondary principals to create a nurturing environment that support the recruitment and retention of African American males in AP courses. Employing an interpretive qualitative research design allowed me to explore the culturally responsive school leadership practices of secondary principals by clarifying their mindsets and behaviors. The purposes of this study were two-fold. First, I explored which culturally responsive leadership practices secondary administrators use to create a nurturing school environment for African American male students. Second, I explored what culturally responsive leadership practices supported the recruitment and retention of African American males enrolled in AP courses. This interpretive qualitative research used in-depth semi-structured interviews, informal observations, and a reflection journal to gather data to gain insight into the perspectives of the participants’ experiences and beliefs. I used a sample group of 10 participants who reflected on the same phenomenon through in-person semi-structured interviews. Eleven main themes emerged during data analysis. These themes are presented in four primary categories guided by the culturally responsive school leadership framework: leader practices, district practices, student recruitment, and student retention. The themes categorized under leadership practices were relationships, parental support, and counselor support. The themes grouped with district practices included access to courses and professional development. In the category of student recruitment, the themes that emerged included student voice, student interest, and student challenges. Finally, three themes that emerged from the category of student retention included the benefits of programming, interventions, and student support
Dance Exergaming Achieves Similar Energy Expenditure as Traditional Exercise with Greater Enjoyment Rate
No full textExergaming is a blend of exercise and video gaming that has gained significant popularity in recent years. The purpose of this study was to determine if exergaming with Just Dance can be an alternative to traditional exercise, with regard to energy expenditure (EE), and a higher rate of enjoyment. Sell et al. (2008) indicated that dance exergaming has a positive impact on college students, while Gu et al. (2023) indicated that the energy expenditure of 20 min dance exergaming (104.14 ± 28.87 kcal) compared with 20 min aerobic dance session (106.76 ± 35.63 kcal) are similar, however dance exergaming (3.96 ± 0.65 out of 5, p = 0.04) had a significantly higher enjoyment than aerobic dance sessions (3.61 ± 0.54). There is a gap in the literature regarding the comparison of energy expenditure in dance exergaming, to traditional exercises, among college age students. In this study, 13 participants (Male = 5, Female = 8, 23 ± 3 years old, 167.2 ± 10.4 cm, 71.8 ± 17.7 kg) visited the lab twice, randomly performing 30 min of either a dance exergaming session or a traditional exercise session. Metabolic measurements were collected continuously throughout the exercise sessions, and enjoyment rate was asked after each session. Variables between sessions were analyzed using paired t-test, and a p-value of 0.05 was considered significant. No statistically significant differences were found in EE between dance exergaming (193 ± 58.38kcal) and traditional exercise (229.69 ± 112.50 kcal, p = 0.205). When analyzed separately, dance exergaming showed a higher EE compared to cycling (n = 9, 184.67 ± 79.74kcal, p = 0.305), but lower EE compared to treadmill exercise (n = 4, 331 ± 117.93kcal, p = 0.044). Significant differences were found in enjoyment rate between dance exergaming (4.9 ± 0.4) and traditional exercise (3.4 ± 1.2, p = 0.003). Dance exergaming may be performed as an effective form of daily physical activity, achieving moderate intensity when performed for 30 min. In addition, it could be promoted as enjoyable exercise, for people who demonstrate low participation and adherence
Facilitating Factors in Help-Seeking Behavior Among Vietnamese-Americans in the United States
No full textExtensive research has explored factors hindering help-seeking behaviors in Asian-Americans in general and Vietnamese-Americans specifically. However, little is known about factors promoting help-seeking in this population. This gap results in an inadequate understanding of culturally relevant strategies to improve the utilization of mental health care. Using constructivist grounded theory from a critical realist perspective, this study contributes to the literature by shifting the conversation from why Vietnamese Americans avoid mental health care to how they come to embrace it. It offers a framework for understanding help-seeking not only as access and utilization, but as identity formation—an on-going process of negotiating between separation and connectedness
Entrepreneurial Intent of Minoritized Business Undergraduate Students at a Hispanic Serving Institution
No full textResearch findings have demonstrated that minoritized students have a meaningful interest in entrepreneurship and business creation and innovation (Plant & Ren, 2010). Nonetheless, there is a lack of research on the entrepreneurial intent and the perceived experience of minoritized business students at a Minority Serving Institution, specifically Hispanic Serving Institutions. This study utilized the social cognitive theoretical framework to comprehend how minoritized business students’ inputs and determinants, such as their personal entrepreneurial background, values, self-efficacy, and emotional competence, coupled with the minoritized business students’ interaction with and perception of the business academic environment at a Hispanic Serving Institution can shape the minoritized business students’ entrepreneurial intent. The analysis found that the minoritized business students’ inputs, determinants, and interaction with and perception of the business academic environment at a Hispanic Serving Institution can influence their entrepreneurial intent
Empowering Students Through Questioning: Enhancing Literacy and Metacognition with the Kylene Beers’ 3 Big Questions Strategy
No full textThis summary paper shares key ideas from one of the sessions at the 17th annual Bill Martin Jr.Symposium. The presenter focused on using questioning to promote critical thinking among students while engaging with nonfiction text and finding evidence to support the primary claim. The session focused on Kylene Beers’, a renowned author and educator, “The 3 Big Questions’ strategy” to encourage inquiry and reflection, facilitate knowledge construction, and foster transferable skills across disciplines. Literacy educators are always looking for ways to empower their students to be critical readers of text as they think deeply about what they are reading. Students practice with the 3 big questions answer and reflect on the following questions: “What surprised you?” What did the author think I already knew?” and “What changed, challenged, or confirmed what I already knew?” Once students are comfortable with responding to these questions, they can use these reflection questions to deepen their understanding whenever they read informational texts. Encouraging students to ponder these questions can deepen their grasp of the text and foster metacognitive awareness and inquiry. This presentation aimed to empower middle school educators to teach courageously with tools that facilitate meaningful discussions and comprehension activities around texts, ultimately enhancing students’ literacy skills and fostering critical thinking about their own thinking processes