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Synthesis and Characterization of Hexagonal Boron Nitride Nanosheets
Get PDFCertain defects within the hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) lattice are a promising source of quantum mechanical states for quantum computing. It is difficult to produce layers of hBN that are thin enough for these quantum states to be studied. We investigate ultrasonic liquid exfoliation and hydrothermal synthesis as methods of synthesizing hBN nanosheets. Samples were analyzed through light scattering spectroscopy and atomic force microscopy. Our results show that liquid exfoliation can produce hBN nanosheets that range in between 0.35nm - 20nm in thickness. We also show hydrothermal synthesis reactions, between boric acid and nitrogen sources, that can produce hBN nanosheets
Bone Marrow Donor Recruitment Drive and Registry
Get PDFBone marrow transplants are vital for those with blood cancers and disorders, but not every ethnic group has an equal chance of finding a match. Some of the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) cell markers used to match donors and recipients are unique to certain ethnic groups, making it harder for members of those groups to find a match. This project worked to address this inequality by organizing a bone marrow registry recruitment drive on the campus of Andrews University in partnership with the NMDP registry. It encompassed the planning, promotion, and execution of the drive which took place March 5-7, 2024. The project garnered more than 96 completed and in-progress registrations for the registry
Facilitating Appropriate Clergy Response to Abuse Among Parishioners in the Wisconsin Conference of Seventh-day Advetnists
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Clergy are frequently the initial point of contact for parishioners seeking guidance and counseling on various life issues and challenges. In certain instances, these matters may be linked to physical and/or sexual abuse, either directly or indirectly. Many clergy have not had the opportunity to receive training on recognizing the signs, symptoms, prevalence, causes, and effects of abuse, or on how and when to refer individuals to specialists or law enforcement when abuse is suspected. This can lead to inadequate emotional and spiritual healing at best, and further psychological damage at worst, for parishioners, with effects that may last a lifetime or span generations. One contributing factor is the clergy’s lack of access to education, identification methods, and tools.
Methodology
In May 2023, a six-hour training session was developed and conducted at the Wisconsin Conference with the aim of enhancing knowledge and understanding of the potential for physical and sexual abuse among church members within the conference. Thirty-one pastors and conference officials participated in the training, undertaking both pre- and post-tests to assess their understanding of issues related to physical and sexual abuse, as well as mandatory reporting laws pertaining to such abuse. The data was analyzed using a mixed-methods approach, which comprised multiple surveys incorporating both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, to evaluate the pastors’ understanding of the complexities surrounding abuse.
Results
The training revealed that the majority of pastors had little to no experience in identifying potential victims of both physical and sexual abuse prior to the training. Few participants could recall receiving any previous training on these topics during their theological education. None of the attendees had received training regarding their roles as mandatory reporters during their theological studies. As a result of this lack of training, many were also unfamiliar with the laws governing proper reporting procedures in the state of Wisconsin. Comparing the pre- and post-training surveys, the data showed a significant improvement in knowledge acquisition regarding physical and sexual abuse, as well as the correct procedures for reporting.
Conclusion
Based on the pastors’ test results, reflections on their learning, the training experience and its structured format, and engagement with the curriculum focused on abuse, their perceptions of the training ranged from being very informative to transformative in terms of their self-reported learning outcomes. As a result, it is recommended that all pastors undergo further exploration and training on physical and sexual abuse, as well as the relevant mandatory reporting laws
Communication Channel Opens Between Andrews President and Pastors: University Updates a Key Lake Union Group During Weekly Meeting
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Carlos Lugo Junior Piano Recital
No full textCarlos Lugo presents this special recital titled Ende vom Lied. Featuring works by Beethoven, R. Schumann, and Ginestera.https://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/posters-2023-2024/1015/thumbnail.jp
Gender Difference on Internal Equity: Evidence From the Hospitality Industry in Ghana
Get PDFIt is a hypothetical position that employees in the hospitality industry in Ghana experience salary disparities based on the gender of the employee. Pay disparities exist because of unconscious biases in areas such as hiring, promotions, performance reviews, and salary decisions. In ensuring equal pay for equal work to fulfill the International Labor Organization (ILO) convention, this study investigated the internal equity pay of the employees in Ghana\u27s hospitality industry based on equal work. This quantitative association study adopted a self-constructed research instrument to measure internal equity pay and randomly selected 350 respondents in the hospitality industry in Ghana to answer the research questionnaires. The respondents were made up of 160(46%) males and 190(54%) females. In looking for the significant difference of gender as related to internal equity pay of the employees in Ghana with a T\u27Test analysis, the study revealed that, indeed, there was a significant difference in the salary payment of the employees in Ghana. The males were paid more than the females for equal work. Therefore, the study rejected the null hypothesis that there is no significant difference in internal equity pay based on the gender of the employees in the hospitality industry in Ghana. To ensure equal pay for equal work, the management and shareholders of hospitality firms in Ghana are recommended to seek knowledge of the legal requirement of this principle in the Ghana Labor Law and also become compliant with the ILO convention. Furthermore, a conscious effort must be made to ensure equal pay for equal jobs
The Association of Depression, Suicidal Ideation, and Spiritual Beliefs: A comparison of the Chinese Union Mission and the North American Division
No full text“I felt I wasn’t seen”: How Lack of Ordination Hurts Female Pastors in the North American Division
No full textThis presentation offers insights into the experiences of female pastors regarding ordination into ministry. In-depth interview data with 21 female pastors in the North American Division reveals key differences between commissioning and ordination. These include patterns of harm such as being considered inferior pastors, feeling invisible to Church administrators, and sensing ongoing confusion about roles. This study is important in clarifying the issues of women’s ordination from the perspective of those most affected by Church policies