25 research outputs found
Expanding Mental Health Occupational Therapy to Emerging Settings: Provider Perspectives
No full textAbstract
Date Presented 3/31/2017
Occupational therapy consultation for homeless adults with mental health conditions was explored. Results reveal the value of assessment in authentic contexts and use of standardized instruments to inform care decisions of complex clients, particularly those with traumatic brain injury.
Primary Author and Speaker: MaryBeth Merryman
Additional Authors and Speakers: Caitlin Synovec</jats:p
Digital Humanities Panel: Demonstrating TimelineJS – “Discovering John R. Dolin: His Life and Relationship with Margaret Payne During the 1940s”
No full textDigital Humanities projects provide students in multiple disciplines the opportunity to present their research in a digital format, allowing access by a significantly broader audience than a physical exhibit. Several free, easy-to-use digital creation tools are available to present these types of projects with very little or no additional support infrastructure required.
One such tool is TimelineJS, developed by Northwestern University’s Knight Lab. University Archivist Ann Merryman and Senior Instructor Librarian Laura Karas collaborated on a genealogy timeline researching the life of John R.Dolin, the author of the letters found in the digital exhibit “Women & WWII: the Letters of Margaret Payne” to supplement the digital exhibit project in HIST 391. For this particular timeline, significant content research was done through Ancestry.com, a subscription service not available through USC Upstate.
Using the digital tool TimelineJS presents content in a visually engaging way and allows content creators to embed multiple media types in a single timeline. The tool is also platform responsive for viewing on smartphones and tablets as well as standard computer monitors
Identifying Inflammatory Mechanisms in Calcific Aortic Valve Disease
No full textAortic stenosis is a common and insidious disease that can lead to heart failure and death. Calcific aortic valve disease, the leading cause of aortic stenosis, has no pharmacologic therapy due to a limited understanding of pathophysiology, but characterization studies have shown increased immune infiltrate and activation of inflammatory pathways. This thesis presents work testing hypotheses regarding two inflammatory pathways (cyclooxygenase-2 and STAT3) and one infiltrating cell type (macrophages) and their roles in valvular calcification. The thesis begins with a thorough background of calcific aortic valve disease, known inflammatory phenomena, and how these phenomena may impact clinical care. It continues with a translational study of cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor celecoxib, a study of the mechanobiology of myeloid cell activation, and a comprehensive study of macrophage involvement in aortic valve calcification using the Notch1+/- model of disease found in both mice and humans. The body of work concludes with an analysis of clinical diagnostic patterns in aortic stenosis that may be impacted by inflammation, and how they might enact health inequity. A concluding section summarizes the results and their impact, and offers areas of continued investigation. Most impactfully, these studies reveal that celecoxib treatment is associated with aortic stenosis and that the Notch1+/- model of valve disease promotes macrophage infiltration, leading to calcification in part through altered STAT3 splicing. The clinical diagnostics study reveals a pattern of under-diagnosis in those with atypical aortic stenosis, especially female patients. The objective of this thesis is to integrate broad-ranging fields of expertise to highlight novel areas of exploration, specifically immunology and inflammation, that could spark further scientific investigation in this transformational time. Through the body of work described, the author hopes to have moved the field forward and contributed to continued improving care for patients with aortic stenosis
Episode 24 - Miracle on 34th Street and Top Law Movies List (Guest: Ashley Merryman)
No full textThis episode looks at “Law Films You Won\u27t Want to Miss,” a recent list of the most captivating legal themed movies, published in U.S. News and World Report. Which movies are on the list? Which didn\u27t make the cut? And what does the list tell us about “law movies”—and of great law movies?
One film on the list may be something of a surprise: Miracle on 34th Street (1947) written and directed by George Seaton, from a story by Valentine Davies. In this Christmas holiday classic, the events director of Macy’s Department Store in NYC, Doris Walker (Maureen O’Hara) hires an old man named Kris Kringle (Edmund Gwenn, who won an Oscar as best supporting actor) to serve as Macy’s Santa Clause after the prior Santa is fired for being a drunk. Kringle not only closely resembles Santa Clause but believes he is Santa. Kringle is welcomed into Doris’s home and makes a favorable impression on Doris’s daughter Susan (Natalie Wood). Kringle also makes an impression at work. He advises one customer to go to another store when Macy’s can’t fulfill her son’s request for a particular toy instead of trying to sell her something else. This turns out to be a public relations stroke of genius, demonstrating Macy’s concern for and loyalty to its customers. But Kringle’s success at Macy’s doesn’t last. He gets into a dispute with another employee who insists Kringle be fired and put into a mental hospital. A civil commitment hearing takes place, where the question centers on whether Kringle’s belief that he is Santa Clause shows he is insane. Miracle on 34th Street raises timeless questions how law should treat beliefs. I’m joined by Ashley Merryman, the author of the list, “Law Films You Won\u27t Want to Miss.”Timestamps:0:00 Introduction4:21 The top law movies5:16 What makes a great law movie9:19 Witness for the Prosecution and other favorites16:16 Erin Brockovich and why great law movies aren’t always courtroom dramas22:54 Some also-rans29:45 Why Miracle on 34th Street made the list31:53 A take on how politics informs courts and trials35:34 Proving Santa Claus through a federal postal regulation39:47 The legal realism of Miracle on 34th Street41:40 When holiday movies were released in the spring45:34 When courts are the arbiter of beliefs 51:04 Fun facts in compiling the best law movies list57:29 Introducing the new Q & A segment
Further reading:Davis, Kevin, The 25 Greatest Legal Movies: Expanding the Boundaries, ABA Journal (Aug. 2018) Merryman, Ashley, “Law Films You Won\u27t Want to Miss,” U.S. News & World Report (Feb. 1, 2024)Minnow, Nell, “An Idea Is a Greater Monument than a Cathedral: Deciding How We Know What We Know in ‘Inherit the Wind,’” 30 U.S.F. L. Rev. 1225 (1996)Olear, Greg, “‘Miracle on 34th Street’: Best Christmas movie ever,”? Salon (Dec. 24, 2012)https://scholarship.shu.edu/law-on-film-s02/1007/thumbnail.jp
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Episode 24 - Miracle on 34th Street and Top Law Movies List (Guest: Ashley Merryman)
No full textThis episode looks at “Law Films You Won\u27t Want to Miss,” a recent list of the most captivating legal themed movies, published in U.S. News and World Report. Which movies are on the list? Which didn\u27t make the cut? And what does the list tell us about “law movies”—and of great law movies?
One film on the list may be something of a surprise: Miracle on 34th Street (1947) written and directed by George Seaton, from a story by Valentine Davies. In this Christmas holiday classic, the events director of Macy’s Department Store in NYC, Doris Walker (Maureen O’Hara) hires an old man named Kris Kringle (Edmund Gwenn, who won an Oscar as best supporting actor) to serve as Macy’s Santa Clause after the prior Santa is fired for being a drunk. Kringle not only closely resembles Santa Clause but believes he is Santa. Kringle is welcomed into Doris’s home and makes a favorable impression on Doris’s daughter Susan (Natalie Wood). Kringle also makes an impression at work. He advises one customer to go to another store when Macy’s can’t fulfill her son’s request for a particular toy instead of trying to sell her something else. This turns out to be a public relations stroke of genius, demonstrating Macy’s concern for and loyalty to its customers. But Kringle’s success at Macy’s doesn’t last. He gets into a dispute with another employee who insists Kringle be fired and put into a mental hospital. A civil commitment hearing takes place, where the question centers on whether Kringle’s belief that he is Santa Clause shows he is insane. Miracle on 34th Street raises timeless questions how law should treat beliefs. I’m joined by Ashley Merryman, the author of the list, “Law Films You Won\u27t Want to Miss.”Timestamps:0:00 Introduction4:21 The top law movies5:16 What makes a great law movie9:19 Witness for the Prosecution and other favorites16:16 Erin Brockovich and why great law movies aren’t always courtroom dramas22:54 Some also-rans29:45 Why Miracle on 34th Street made the list31:53 A take on how politics informs courts and trials35:34 Proving Santa Claus through a federal postal regulation39:47 The legal realism of Miracle on 34th Street41:40 When holiday movies were released in the spring45:34 When courts are the arbiter of beliefs 51:04 Fun facts in compiling the best law movies list57:29 Introducing the new Q & A segment
Further reading:Davis, Kevin, The 25 Greatest Legal Movies: Expanding the Boundaries, ABA Journal (Aug. 2018) Merryman, Ashley, “Law Films You Won\u27t Want to Miss,” U.S. News & World Report (Feb. 1, 2024)Minnow, Nell, “An Idea Is a Greater Monument than a Cathedral: Deciding How We Know What We Know in ‘Inherit the Wind,’” 30 U.S.F. L. Rev. 1225 (1996)Olear, Greg, “‘Miracle on 34th Street’: Best Christmas movie ever,”? Salon (Dec. 24, 2012)https://scholarship.shu.edu/law-on-film-s02/1007/thumbnail.jp
"The Seventeen, 17 yr. old girls from 17-cities brought to Hollywood, Cal by Paramount Pictures to be interviewed on Vox Pop, 2/15/40.."
No full textPhotograph shows seventeen (17), 17 year old girls from 17 different cities across the United States speaking with and being interviewed by Parks Johnson and Wally Butterworth (19 people total in photo). The girls were brought to Hollywood, California, by Paramount Pictures in order to promote the American comedy "Seventeen", which was released on March 1, 1940. Episode number 329. Brittingham's Radio Center Restaurant, Columbia Square, Photo credits: Paramount Photo by Don English. Pictured (left to right): Carolyn H. Monrotus (Little Rock, Arkansas), Helen Ruth Barr (Memphis, Tennessee), Virginia McGill (Kansas City, Missouri), Parks Johnson, Suzanne Thomsen (Chicago, Illinois), Hazel Owens (Birmingham, Alabama), Wally Butterworth, Pat McGuire (Denver, Colorado), Gloria Sheehan (Buffalo, New York), Naomi Fowler (Salt Lake City, Utah), Mary Jane Bather (Minneapolis, Minnesota), Pann Merryman (Des Moines, Iowa), La Vonne Moyer (Omaha, Nebraska), Adelyne Pilkington (Detroit, Michigan), Jeanne Towery (Houston, Texas), Betty Jean McCord (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), La Ferris Wofford (Dallas, Texas), Virginia Reimold (Columbus, Ohio), Peggy Webb (Nashville, Tennessee)
Introduction to Applied Conflict Management: A Living Legacy Text
No full textTITLE: Navigating Peace - Transforming Conflict: An Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies
CONVENERS: Landon Hancock, Kent State University; Ashley E. Nickels, Kent State University
ABSTRACT:
The proposed conference panel aims to showcase the development and practical application of the interdisciplinary fields of Peace and Conflict Studies (PCS) and Conflict Resolution (CR) through the lens of our forthcoming textbook, Navigating Peace - Transforming Conflict: An Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies. This comprehensive textbook, authored by a diverse group of scholars and practitioners, offers an in-depth examination of the historical evolution, theoretical underpinnings, practical methodologies, and contemporary challenges within the realms of peacebuilding and conflict resolution.
OVERVIEW OF THE PANEL:
In a world marred by complex conflicts and an ever-pressing need for sustainable peace, the study of PCS and CR stands as a pivotal academic pursuit. Our panel will delve into the multifaceted dimensions of peace and conflict, drawing upon interdisciplinary insights from international relations, psychology, sociology, law, and environmental studies. Through a series of presentations from select chapter authors, we will explore how the field has evolved, its foundational theories, and its practical applications in diverse and varied contexts.
RELEVANCE TO CONFERENCE THEME:
Our textbook, Navigating Peace - Transforming Conflict: An Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies, serves as a crucial resource in addressing the urgent questions posed by the conference theme. As civil society clamors for peaceful and durable political solutions to global conflicts, the role of peace and conflict resolution studies becomes increasingly significant.
By providing a comprehensive exploration of peace and conflict studies, the textbook equips students with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives necessary to navigate complex conflicts and contribute to positive social change. Through its examination of historical foundations, theoretical frameworks, and practical applications, the textbook offers insights into how dialogue, mediation, and other tools of conflict resolution can offer hope in violent times. By engaging with topics such as nonviolent resistance, peace education, and human rights education, it underscores the importance of fostering inclusive and meaningful peace processes.
Furthermore, the textbook encourages critical reflection on extant theories while also advocating for the co-creation of new frameworks to address current drivers of violence. By centering marginalized and minoritized voices and interrogating inequalities of power, a textbook of this type seeks to interrupt and de-escalate violence while fostering more equitable and sustainable peace by giving undergraduate students the language and skills to be agents of change.
In essence, our panel, which highlights key chapters in the textbook, aligns closely with the objectives of the conference by providing undergraduate students with the necessary theoretical foundations, practical tools, and hopeful perspectives to actively engage in the pursuit of peace amidst turbulent times. It serves as a tangible manifestation of the conference theme\u27s call for theory-building, empirical research, and insights from practice that address the urgent questions surrounding peace and conflict resolution.
PANEL STRUCTURE:
Introduction: The panel will commence with an introduction by the moderators, providing an overview of the panel\u27s objectives and themes.
MODERATORS: Ashley Nickels & Landon Hancock
Kent State University\u27s Legacy: May 4th and the School of Peace and Conflict Studies Author: Karen Cunningham, Kent State University
This paper explores the transformative legacy of the May 4th tragedy at Kent State University, tracing the evolution of the School of Peace and Conflict Studies as a beacon of nonviolent conflict resolution and social change.
Exploring Theoretical Foundations and Practical Applications in Peace and Conflict Studies Author: Landon Hancock, Kent State University
Delving into the theoretical underpinnings of peace and conflict studies, this paper bridges theory with practice, offering insights into the application of key concepts in real-world scenarios, enriching our understanding of conflict resolution methodologies.
Listening to Understand Author: Anuj Gurung, Manchester University
This paper explores the significance of listening in conflict management, highlighting its role in effective communication, negotiation, and community-building. Drawing on practical experiences and projects, it underscores the enduring relevance of listening skills in fostering understanding and resolving conflicts.
Bridging Polarization through Nonviolent Communication Author: Amanda D. Clark, University of Texas-Dallas
This paper examines the role of nonviolent communication in bridging societal polarization, offering practical strategies for defusing tensions and fostering understanding amidst divisive discourse, with examples drawn from contemporary social and political contexts.
Restorative Justice Author: Molly Merryman, Kent State University
This chapter introduces the reader to the connections of restorative justice to the larger field of peace and conflict studies, exploring its theories, applications, and historical foundations. Through case studies and activities, it encourages active engagement with restorative justice concepts in diverse contexts.
Social Movements: Organizing for Peaceful Change Author: Anna Hutcheson, Shawnee State University
This paper delves into the history and significance of social movements as catalysts for change, exploring theories, strategies, and practical applications of grassroots organizing in promoting peace and social justice. Through case studies and analysis, it illuminates the transformative power of collective action in shaping societal narratives and fostering inclusive communities.
ENGAGEMENT:
Throughout the panel, audience engagement will be encouraged through interactive discussions, Q&A sessions, and opportunities for networking with panelists and fellow attendees.
KEYWORDS: Peace and Conflict Studies, Conflict Resolution, Interdisciplinary Perspectives, Social Justice,, Peacebuilding, Restorative Justice, Nonviolent Communication, Social Movements
Judicial Deliberations: uma resenha crítica
No full textResumo: Mitchel Lasser, em sua aclamada obra Judicial Deliberations: a comparative analysis of judicial transparency and legitimacy (2009), oferece uma análise comparativa de três tribunais: a Corte de Cassação francesa, a Suprema Corte americana e a Corte Europeia de Justiça. Seu principal foco é mostrar que a visão comparatista tradicional, que ele atribui a autores como Dawson e Merryman, não corresponde à realidade. Lasser compara as práticas argumentativas e deliberativas dos três tribunais e as consequências que essas práticas têm sobre dois elementos: transparência e legitimidade. Pretendo argumentar que, mesmo que aceitemos as descrições que Lasser faz de cada um dos sistemas jurídicos, a falta de clareza em torno desses conceitos (legitimidade e transparência) dificultam a avaliação de alguns dos argumentos centrais da obra. Por fim, as evidências apresentadas a respeito de algumas das afirmações do livro não parecem suficientes. Abstract: Mitchel Lasser, in his acclaimed Judicial Deliberations: a comparative analysis of judicial transparency and legitimacy (2009), offers a comparative analysis of three courts: the French Cour de Cassation, the US Supreme Court and the European Court of Justice. His focus is to question the accuracy of the traditional American comparative view, which he identifies in the works of Dawson and Merryman. Lasser compares the argumentative and deliberative practices of the three courts and the consequences that those practices have over two elements: transparency and legitimacy. I intend to argue that, even if we accept Lasser\u27s description of each judicial systems, his lack of clarity regarding those concepts (legitimacy and transparency) makes it difficult to evaluate some of his central claims. Finally, some of the claims advanced in the book do not seem to follow from the evidences the author presents.
