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Do Higher Association with Intramural Sports result in Better Academic Achievement and longer Retention
No full textCollege varsity sports are a well-known contributor to why students enroll in a university. Varsity sports give the student-athletes a connection where they feel a sense of belonging and the opportunity to represent their university. However, students who are not directly involved in college sports can develop a sense of belonging through being a fan of their university sports teams. There are many benefits of being a fan, including being socially integrated into their university\u27s sports. A study was done by examining students with a team identification scale and persistence in the university. They found that highly identified students were particularly likely to persist in obtaining their degree from the target institution (Wann 2002). Attending games and engaging with other fans gives them a way to integrate themselves into their college to create a sense of belonging.
The current study aims to explore the relationship between participation in college intramurals and student retention at a university. Intramural sports allow students to engage in athletic sports for their enjoyment, without the pressure and responsibilities of being a varsity athlete. Being an athlete or a fan of your university’s sports team gives reasons why students continue to have retention. Students who are involved in intramural sports should have the same levels of retention. Intramural sports athletes allow students to feel a sense of involvement and create a stronger connection to their university. The prediction is that students involved in intramural sports will have higher academic achievement and retention. However, results from the study did not fully support my hypothesis, the data revealed that there are additional factors contributing to the importance of intramural sports. Research indicated that the more students who were involved, and involved in multiple intramural sports, made it more likely them to come back the next school year, as well as making it valuable
Childhood Experiences, Resilience, and Ghanaian Adult Psychological Well-Being
No full textSignificant amounts of research exist concerning adverse childhood experiences and trauma (ACES) and its negative consequences on adult well-being. However, there is minimal research on a concept known as positive childhood experiences (PCES), which are circumstances in childhood that provide safety, security, and predictability in the home. It has been shown that PCES and ACES have co-occurred in childhood. It is apparent that PCES positively affect one\u27s life, can counteract the negative effects of ACE exposure, and can promote resiliency. These studies have been done with samples across the Western Hemisphere. However, this study seeks to examine the effects of adverse and positive childhood experiences on psychological well-being as well as the role of resilience in explaining these relationships among a Ghanaian sample of adults. It is hypothesized that resilience would mediate the relationships between adverse childhood experiences, positive childhood experiences and adult psychological well-being. Data was collected in 2023 from Ghanaian adults (n=303; Mage=21; Age Range=18-50). Findings from this study will better inform our understanding of PCES, their co-occurrence with ACES, and their impact on adult well-being. Findings will also provide strategies for informed care in the Ghanaian population
Bilingualism and its Relationship with Working Memory and Controlled Attention
No full textExamines the relationship between bilingualism and executive function by assessing working memory and controlled attention in undergraduate students at different levels of foreign language proficiency. By analyzing performance on two cognitive tasks, the research aims to determine whether bilingualism positively influences executive cognitive function
Pixels from pain: The connection between social media use and childhood trauma in romantic relationships
No full textAttending college provides opportunities for adult functioning and more socialization (Khrapatina and Berman, 2016). Moreover, college allows individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) a means of escaping potentially traumatic environments (Khrapatirna and Berman, 2016; Criddle et al. 2022). Most college students also use social media, another means of escapism, and many are at high risk for social media addictions or problematic levels of use (Abbasi, 2018). Current studies show that both childhood trauma and problematic social media use have negative implications for interpersonal relationships (Merz & Jak, 2013; Abbasi, 2018). However, it is unclear whether these two constructs may be related in some way that ultimately negatively influences romantic relationships.
The purpose of this study was to identify the possible relationships between relationship satisfaction and commitment with adverse childhood experiences and screen time on social media. Participants are still being collected in an online form, but roughly eighty-nine participants have been collected so far.
It is possible that college students may be less satisfied and/or committed in their current relationships if they are actively looking for means of escaping childhood trauma environments, especially when that escape is through high screen time use, especially on social media. This may suggest that problematic phone use is a coping mechanism with large relational consequences. Furthermore, these results could shine light on relational consequences that may result from experienced childhood trauma. Thus, the current study explores the relationships between childhood trauma, problematic social media use, and interpersonal factors, such as satisfaction and commitment
SHAPE America National Convention & Expo (Co-Operate With Us: Be That Bridge for Student Teachers)
No full textDo you want to build positive relationships between school districts, teachers and universities? Are you looking to strengthen your preservice teacher placements? This session will explore the dynamic relationships between higher education programs and both cooperating and preservice educators. Recognizing the importance of all perspectives, we will discuss the inclusion of teacher, student and higher education faculty in fostering and sustaining quality health and physical education programs. As the educational landscape evolves, cultivating professional, engaged, inclusive, and impactful relationships is crucial for preparing future educators. Join long-standing cooperating teachers, preservice teachers, and faculty from various Kentucky colleges and universities as they share insights to harmonize these essential relationships. Whether you are a cooperating teacher, a preservice teacher, or higher education faculty, this session is for you! Join us to learn, share and collaborate as we discuss best practices to prepare the next generation of educators
OH011 Hugh Gingles Oral History
No full textHugh Gingles discusses his experiences during the World War I. Prior to the war he was a farmer at Kirksey, Kentucky. He recalls how he was among the first to be drafted and how he decided it to be a just war. Other topics discussed in the interview include: the recruitment of several Jackson Purchase residents on the way to Camp Taylor in Louisville, the insufficiency and deficiencies of the new camps, being in the Depot Brigade, serving as a non-commissioned officer and attending training school, the different types of people in his company; the feelings of other people towards the war; the flu epidemic; the first big snow during the war and how things had changed when he returned from the war
OH014 Harry Hammond Oral History
Get PDFHarry Hammond offers details to his wartime experiences during the First World War. He explains enlisting in the United States Navy during World War I and expresses his feelings about the war. He discussed his trips overseas, including stories about the different naval ships and the problems the navy had with submarine attacks. He defines his views about President Woodrow Wilson and his contact with civilians from other countries. Hammonds also talks about his military discharge and what he did when he returned from France
In Her Words
Get PDFDon\u27t bite your nails - it\u27s not ladylike. You\u27re too big to be in ballet class. Hey, Thunder Thighs. The whispers I heard in classrooms at a convent girls\u27 school, not only from students but also from my teachers, would eventually crush anybody. This was the same school all the women in my family attended for generations, and the judgment instilled came down through the family. It only got worse as the years went on. Trust should be an inherent part of family and friendship, but time and again, the trust I believed to have built up with my women friends was betrayed. I bought into the system. Even having moved schools and having gone to college, the same games were played, and the betrayal of trust continued. Instead of standing together, we pit ourselves against each other. We allow ourselves to put other women down in order to make ourselves feel better. I am not immune to this impulse, but I hope to examine its sources and effects on myself and others in this work.
This body of work considers the inherent sexism women hold, shown by how we treat the women around us. These are words many of us hear throughout our lives, and not from the men we expect to hear them from, but rather from the women who are meant to love, guide, and walk with us. Our friends, mothers, grandmothers, and, in my case, great-grandmothers. I have combined my great-grandmother, Eileen’s, handwriting, taken from high-resolution scans of her phone book, fine metal hollow-form construction, glass enamel, and digital fabrication to bring her words to life. Each work examines the path I have taken and how my choices have come to shape my life. It helps me better understand my place in this world and what I have come to know as my truth.
The work of Cynthia Myron uses constructed spaces to open a dialogue between viewers, revealing shared memories. While Myron’s work contemplates physically constructed spaces, mine talks about those we have created as a society - walls built that we need to work to bring down together. Lauren Selden’s metalwork, often an object set atop a hollow-form base, juxtaposes geometric shapes with organic castings and fabricated parts, creating balance. Like my own work, hers incorporates geometric patterns on surfaces and integrates shadow, adding a visual and conceptual layer. Her practice encompasses both the hand and technology to explore her memories, as does my own.
My artwork aims to push the limits of materiality with the help of technology, creating works that actively engage my audience. Soft floral motifs, rigid structure, and strong lines underpin much of my process, contrasting each other, almost mirroring the battle between my own internalized sexism and the feminist I hope to be. It is not fair that this system of inherent sexism failed me and many other women. I hope that we can find some sense of justice by unveiling some of the words that impacted me most, but made me the woman that I am today, and not a woman in her words.https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/art498/1153/thumbnail.jp
Beyond Remission
Get PDFIn my artistic practice, I delve into the intricate layers of childhood and medical trauma, navigating its impact on my present experiences and highlighting how the lasting effects, both physical and emotional, can be just as painful, isolating, and life-altering as the illness itself. My work merges design, branding, and personal experience by creating service posters, therapeutic products, a website, etc. for a counseling brand that supports people who have suffered from Leukemia or Lymphoma. I use colors that symbolize the illness suffered, balanced with calming tones, and bold shapes that serve as both accents and metaphors.
Graphic design has been my way of expressing emotions by offering a creative outlet. It provides a sense of organization that feels both curing and intentional, allowing me to channel emotions in a meaningful and functional way. Beyond personal expression, graphic design also serves as a powerful tool for conveying anger, sadness, and happiness while also functioning as a means of education. Through this body of work, I aim to raise awareness of the long-term effects of cancer, using design to translate these complex experiences into visuals that inform, engage, and resonate with others. By combining thoughtful composition, color, and typography, I hope to create a dialogue that highlights the lasting impact of the illness in a visually compelling way.
While I explore various mediums in my practice, digital art remains at the core of my work, whether through graphic design, illustration, or typography. The ability to build visual identities and communicate ideas through design is what drives my creative process. I’ve created a visual identity that includes large-format posters designed to promote key services in a clear and engaging way. Each poster features illustrations that visually communicate what the service offers, making the information both accessible and inviting. To further connect the design to the organization’s mission, I’ve incorporated droplet imagery, subtly referencing blood and, in turn, Leukemia, to add depth and symbolism to the work. I envision these posters displayed in patient waiting rooms or hallways, serving as both informative and reassuring visuals. Their goal is not just to advertise the organization’s services but to create a sense of support and accessibility for those who need it most.
As I continue my artistic path, I find inspiration in artists like Hannah Wilke, whose personal work reflects both her own experience with breast cancer and her mother’s battle with the same disease. Her ability to use art as a means of processing trauma has influenced my own approach, though I express it through a different medium. Like Wilke, I see art as both an emotional release and a way to spark conversation. I’m also drawn to the bold, directional typography of Saul Bass and the bold, san-serif work of Michael Bierut, both of which support how I integrate text and design to create work that is both expressive and communicative. Their approaches inspire me to consider how typography can shape meaning, guide the viewer, and reinforce the emotional impact of a piece. Looking ahead, I am especially drawn to brand design, where I can shape the visual identity of a project from the ground up. The challenge of crafting a cohesive brand and seeing it come to life is both exciting and deeply fulfilling, reinforcing my passion for design as a tool for storytelling and connection.https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/art498/1156/thumbnail.jp
Earthen Tea Company
Get PDFTo many, tea is more than just a drink; it is a meditative ritual. Earthen Tea Company honors this tradition while blending graphic design with the rhythm of ceramics. Through design and ceramics, the fictional company combines rhythm, form, and tradition through earthy tones and natural materials. The company balances digital and tactile art with traditional and modern aesthetics, inviting viewers to pause and find balance in the everyday.
When creating ceramic forms, consideration is given to how the object will be held and used. Traditionally, chawans embrace Wabi-sabi aesthetics, while everyday tea bowls prioritize comfort and function. Carving organic forms onto thrown vessels allows for an exploration of elements that utilize texture and repetition. The tactile patterns were designed to be explored easily through touch. This process inspired a search for a connection between ceramics and digital design, and a rhythm formed between digital and analog workflows. The carved shapes were replicated digitally and incorporated into the company\u27s logo and product design. The patterns and shapes utilize contrast, variations in line, and textures to create natural and organic designs. Through graphic design, organic motifs are combined with modern typography and Yixing clay color to form a natural yet modern aesthetic. The modern sans serif typography complements the treatment of line in the logos and patterns. Where tea bowls allow for physical interaction with the ritual of tea drinking, the design of Earthen Tea Company creates a calming atmosphere that connects the audience to nature through color and pattern.
I draw inspiration from Farm Design’s typography and structured lines. I aim to replicate the same sense of familiarity through typography and design elements. Much like Butterfly Cannon, a London design firm, I infuse bursts of pattern into my designs while considering the environmental impact. Chinese Yixing potter Qu Yingshao influenced the designs through his carvings derived from his own paintings. I often use the object’s shape to guide the pattern, similar to Qu Yingshao’s decision to connect the teapot lid to the body through the carved pattern.https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/art498/1157/thumbnail.jp