Students in a class at BYU-Idaho were given $50 each to create prototypes addressing health issues in developing countries. Their prototypes included an improved cooking stove made from aluminum cans that reduces smoke inhalation, and a simple septic system made from common household items that could improve sanitation. The projects showed that small investments can significantly improve lives and that students can make a difference through service.
Here are the materials you have to choose from:
- Aluminum foil
- Plastic wrap
- Wax paper
- Construction paper
- Cardboard
You have 30 minutes to design and build your enclosure. Good luck!
This is a presentation used by our organization to create interactive discussions in the scientific community. The intention is to share current trends and data in support of discussions about what we really want, for the future of science, for scientists in training, and for society.
HyBIRD: Design of a two-member Hybrid-Electric General Aviation Aircraft Fami...Ahmed Elbermbali
This document provides details on the conceptual design of the hyBIRD aircraft family, a hybrid-electric general aviation aircraft being developed to meet an AIAA design competition. Key aspects summarized:
- The design includes a 4-seat model to enter service in 2028 with 1000 nm range and a 6-seat model in 2030 with 750 nm range. Both utilize a serial hybrid propulsion system with a turbo-normalized piston engine, front electric motor, and two small wingtip motors.
- An all-composite airframe was selected with a tadpole-shaped fuselage, low wing, and V-tail configuration through a configuration selection process. The airplanes share 83% commonality by weight.
hyBIRD: Design of a Four and Six-Seater Hybrid Electric Aircraft FamilyAmr Mousa
ABOUT THIS WORK
With the recent development of battery technology and electric motors, many industries are shifting towards depending more on the renewable energy resources. As we see most of the automotive manufacturers are electrifying their vehicles, aircraft manufacturers are also following up and developing their electric airplanes nowadays. This report presents a design concept of a Hybrid - Electric general aviation family of aircraft in response to the mission requirements of the AIAA international design competition 2018 and as a fulfillment for the senior year capstone project of the Aerospace Engineering major at the University of Science and Technology at Zewail city - Egypt.
Authors
Ahmed A. Hashem
Ahmed S. Elbermbali
Amr M. Mousa
Wessam A. Zeid
Clark College will become the first community college in Washington to implement a tobacco-free campus policy. The policy was approved by the Board of Trustees in November and will take effect in March. It aims to improve health and safety by reducing secondhand smoke exposure. The majority of students, faculty and staff supported the policy in surveys. The ban will not include some off-campus properties. Signage and educational materials will communicate the new rules. A nurse at Clark received an award for her role in advocating for the policy change.
Clark College and Portland State University formalized a partnership agreement to improve student access and success in transferring between the two schools. Key aspects of the partnership include coordinated advising, scholarships, services, and guaranteed admission for Clark students who complete their associate degree. The presidents of both schools signed the agreement, believing it will benefit students and further their educational success.
Wireless electrical power transmission using atmospheric conduction methodMark Anthony Enoy
This document is a proposal for an undergraduate thesis project that aims to investigate wireless electrical power transmission using atmospheric conduction. A group of five undergraduate students from the Jose Rizal Memorial State University are proposing this research study to fulfill the requirements of their Research Methods course and earn their Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. The proposal provides background on the issues with current power transmission systems, such as high transmission losses. It introduces Nikola Tesla's work on wireless power transmission and proposes investigating atmospheric conduction as a potential solution. The proposal outlines the research methodology that will be used, including developing a Tesla coil to test wireless power transfer via atmospheric conduction.
Creative Commons for New Zealand Schools (Sept 2013)MattMcGregor
This presentation makes the case for New Zealand educators to use Creative Commons licences to share their teaching resources. After introducing copyright and the Creative Commons licences, the presentation outlines how to implement a Creative Commons policy at your school.
Here are the materials you have to choose from:
- Aluminum foil
- Plastic wrap
- Wax paper
- Construction paper
- Cardboard
You have 30 minutes to design and build your enclosure. Good luck!
This is a presentation used by our organization to create interactive discussions in the scientific community. The intention is to share current trends and data in support of discussions about what we really want, for the future of science, for scientists in training, and for society.
HyBIRD: Design of a two-member Hybrid-Electric General Aviation Aircraft Fami...Ahmed Elbermbali
This document provides details on the conceptual design of the hyBIRD aircraft family, a hybrid-electric general aviation aircraft being developed to meet an AIAA design competition. Key aspects summarized:
- The design includes a 4-seat model to enter service in 2028 with 1000 nm range and a 6-seat model in 2030 with 750 nm range. Both utilize a serial hybrid propulsion system with a turbo-normalized piston engine, front electric motor, and two small wingtip motors.
- An all-composite airframe was selected with a tadpole-shaped fuselage, low wing, and V-tail configuration through a configuration selection process. The airplanes share 83% commonality by weight.
hyBIRD: Design of a Four and Six-Seater Hybrid Electric Aircraft FamilyAmr Mousa
ABOUT THIS WORK
With the recent development of battery technology and electric motors, many industries are shifting towards depending more on the renewable energy resources. As we see most of the automotive manufacturers are electrifying their vehicles, aircraft manufacturers are also following up and developing their electric airplanes nowadays. This report presents a design concept of a Hybrid - Electric general aviation family of aircraft in response to the mission requirements of the AIAA international design competition 2018 and as a fulfillment for the senior year capstone project of the Aerospace Engineering major at the University of Science and Technology at Zewail city - Egypt.
Authors
Ahmed A. Hashem
Ahmed S. Elbermbali
Amr M. Mousa
Wessam A. Zeid
Clark College will become the first community college in Washington to implement a tobacco-free campus policy. The policy was approved by the Board of Trustees in November and will take effect in March. It aims to improve health and safety by reducing secondhand smoke exposure. The majority of students, faculty and staff supported the policy in surveys. The ban will not include some off-campus properties. Signage and educational materials will communicate the new rules. A nurse at Clark received an award for her role in advocating for the policy change.
Clark College and Portland State University formalized a partnership agreement to improve student access and success in transferring between the two schools. Key aspects of the partnership include coordinated advising, scholarships, services, and guaranteed admission for Clark students who complete their associate degree. The presidents of both schools signed the agreement, believing it will benefit students and further their educational success.
Wireless electrical power transmission using atmospheric conduction methodMark Anthony Enoy
This document is a proposal for an undergraduate thesis project that aims to investigate wireless electrical power transmission using atmospheric conduction. A group of five undergraduate students from the Jose Rizal Memorial State University are proposing this research study to fulfill the requirements of their Research Methods course and earn their Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. The proposal provides background on the issues with current power transmission systems, such as high transmission losses. It introduces Nikola Tesla's work on wireless power transmission and proposes investigating atmospheric conduction as a potential solution. The proposal outlines the research methodology that will be used, including developing a Tesla coil to test wireless power transfer via atmospheric conduction.
Creative Commons for New Zealand Schools (Sept 2013)MattMcGregor
This presentation makes the case for New Zealand educators to use Creative Commons licences to share their teaching resources. After introducing copyright and the Creative Commons licences, the presentation outlines how to implement a Creative Commons policy at your school.
PepiPost offers a simple, effective, and fast transactional email service. It allows users to integrate transactional email capabilities like signup confirmations and shipping alerts in just minutes with minimal coding. PepiPost delivers emails in under one second and provides real-time analytics. It has a pay-for-performance model where customers only pay for emails that aren't opened, aiming to provide transactional email for free if all recipients open emails.
The document provides a professional summary and experience for an individual with over 12 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, import/export, and commercial/ERP tools like SAP. It details experience with demand planning, supply and sales operations planning, distribution planning, inventory management, purchasing, procurement, and materials management for various manufacturing companies. Responsibilities included forecasting, vendor management, cost analysis, and ensuring on-time deliveries.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Harish Singh. It summarizes his professional experience of over 2 years working as an IT executive performing tasks like Active Directory administration, installing and maintaining 350 desktops and 150 laptops on a WiFi network, and coordinating an ERP server. It also lists his education qualifications including a B.A., 12th standard, and 10th standard certificates as well as a diploma in computer hardware and networking. Personal details provided include his birthdate, marital status, and languages known.
El documento presenta una encuesta sobre las opiniones de los estudiantes acerca de varios aspectos de su colegio, incluyendo la organización del refrigerio y los baños, el estado de la cancha deportiva, la organización de los salones, la relación con profesores y estudiantes, el estado de los implementos deportivos y de tecnología, las clases y profesores, la limpieza e higiene de la institución, y la forma de enseñar y el orden de las clases. Se busca obtener feedback para posibles mejoras en la institución.
Broad bean diseases A Lecture By Allah Dad Khan Provincial Coordinator IPM MI...Mr.Allah Dad Khan
Chocolate spot is a fungal disease of broad beans that causes rounded, reddish-brown spots on the leaves and pods. The spots later turn brownish-black and the leaves become covered in a thread-like mold. The disease delays blooming and causes flowers to appear weathered. It can also infect mature pods. Chocolate spot often begins in mid-winter, unlike most fungal diseases. Rust is another broad bean disease that causes yellow spots on the underside of leaves, some with a powdery surface. Like chocolate spot, rust can develop outside normal seasonal patterns. Farmers should check for rust symptoms even during dry seasons.
Codes and conventions of a contents pagebaileyharland
The document outlines the typical codes and conventions used for magazine contents pages, including:
1) Contents pages are usually laid out in columns, include the main image from the featured article along with other smaller images and page numbers.
2) They use the same color scheme as the front cover and list the feature article along with its page number.
3) Standard elements include the magazine title, issue number, date, masthead, and contact/subscription information, typically positioned in specific areas of the page.
Ajeet Kumar is a HR recruiter and office administrator currently working at Mukul Consultants India Pvt Ltd since January 2012. He has over 12 years of experience in roles like administration executive, billing executive, and office administrator manager. He holds a diploma in computers hardware and networking and seeks a permanent full-time role in South Delhi or Patna with a focus on consultancy work.
The document discusses how the author attracted their audience to their magazine. They included an eye-catching masthead and bold color scheme on the front cover. The main headline spans the width of the page to draw readers in. They also used a "buzzword" like professional magazines do to encourage readers to learn more. On the contents page, the magazine is neatly organized with pictures to catch attention. The double page spread continues the bold color scheme and features an eye-catching main image related to the genre. It includes an interview with interesting questions about the band and upcoming events.
The document analyzes the front cover of the magazine Kerrang. It summarizes that the cover features Andy Biersack as the main image dressed as a boxer, which is intended to promote the exclusive interview with him. Additional elements on the cover include the masthead, coverlines promoting other articles, buzzwords to entice readers, and a color scheme of red, black, and white. Puffs are also used to promote that this issue features two alternative covers for readers to choose from.
Step by step of my music magazine contentskatiehatton123
The document describes the process of creating a contents page for a music magazine. The creator originally used the front cover font and colors but later changed the font as it did not look good. Page numbers were made red to stand out and match professional magazine styles. Sections for features and regular content were added, as well as a subscription box, to follow conventions. The final contents page incorporated changes made along the way and the creator felt it had a professional look that clearly presented the indie/rock genre.
Didalam slide ini merupakan materi berkaitan dengan Tugas Kewirausaahan di bidang kesehatan yang di bimbing oleh Ibu Untuk memenuhi tugas matakuliah Kewirausahaan Ibu Lenni Saragih S.kp.,M.Kes Program Studi Diploma IV Keperawatan Malang Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Malang
The document summarizes educational materials created by various ACS local sections in response to a presidential climate science challenge. It provides examples of activities done by the Portland, Kalamazoo, and Dallas/Fort Worth local sections, which included workshops for students and educators, interactive demonstrations at science museums, and a symposium for community college faculty. It also outlines plans to create a website to make all the educational materials more accessible and to gather additional resources from other local section winners.
Here are a few examples of synthesis essays:
Example 1:
Thesis: While technology has improved our lives in many ways, it has also negatively impacted human interaction and mental health.
The essay would discuss research from multiple sources about both the benefits of technology such as increased access to information, as well as the downsides like social media addiction, decreased attention spans, and lack of face-to-face social interaction. It would synthesize this information to support the thesis that technology has both advantages and disadvantages.
Example 2:
Thesis: A balanced approach combining pharmaceutical treatment and lifestyle changes is most effective for managing depression.
This essay would discuss findings from studies about the biological causes of depression and how antidepress
The Department of Science and Technology launched the I-Salt project in Alaminos, Pangasinan to introduce salt ionization technologies to local salt makers. The project utilized a saturated brine feed reservoir, spin dryer, and iodizing machine developed by DOST's Industrial Technology Development Institute and Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development. The technologies help produce finer and purer salt with reduced moisture, allowing for uniform infusion of 30-70 ppm of iodine.
Challenges of biology education for the 21st century - beyond bio2010 symposi...bio-link
Dr. Jay Labov, from the National Academy of Sciences and National Research Council, talks about how undergraduate biology education must change to meet the challenges of the 21st century
The state of Maryland has established an endowment program to promote entrepreneurial science at colleges and universities in the state. Washington College received $1 million from the state and $1 million in private donations to create a new position of chief of entrepreneurial science. This position will focus on developing cheaper buoy technologies to monitor conditions in the Chester River and Chesapeake Bay. The buoy systems can track conditions for 1/10 the cost of traditional methods. The program is also funding new positions in cybersecurity at Morgan State University, human virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and other fields. The goal is to spur new scientific discoveries that can lead to commercial products and company creation.
The document discusses plagiarism in several contexts:
1) A Japanese research institute apologized for serious errors in two high-profile stem cell papers.
2) A student's thesis draft did not include proper citations or references, raising questions about how the work was published without vetting.
3) An Australian university expelled 9 students found guilty of plagiarism, as plagiarism is increasingly difficult for institutions to detect but can damage students' careers.
The very best methods for the secondary scienceJovanne
The document summarizes research on effective instructional methods for secondary science classrooms. It finds that hands-on, inquiry-based labs and real-world problem solving activities most engage students by giving them an authentic experience of how scientists work. Relying solely on worksheets or lectures is discouraged. The document also stresses the importance of creative lesson plans, collaborative work, and challenging higher-order thinking to maintain student interest in science.
Join the winners of the National Collaborating Centre for Public Health (NCCPH) Knowledge Translation (KT) Student Awards and get a first-hand look at their crucial work in bridging the gap between research and practice. These students and recent graduates are leading the field in terms of innovative knowledge translation strategies. This session highlights their academic excellence and features unique and transferable strategies to address today’s public health priorities.
Melissa MacKay, PhD Candidate, Public Health, University of Guelph – Maintaining trust through effective crisis communication during emerging infectious disease
Alexa Ferdinands, PhD, Health Promotion and Socio-behavioural Sciences, University of Alberta – Collaborating with youth to address weight stigma in healthcare, education and the home
Shannon Bird, MPH, Brock University – Art as a tool for promoting public and environmental health: A lesson plan for ecojustice educators
PepiPost offers a simple, effective, and fast transactional email service. It allows users to integrate transactional email capabilities like signup confirmations and shipping alerts in just minutes with minimal coding. PepiPost delivers emails in under one second and provides real-time analytics. It has a pay-for-performance model where customers only pay for emails that aren't opened, aiming to provide transactional email for free if all recipients open emails.
The document provides a professional summary and experience for an individual with over 12 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, import/export, and commercial/ERP tools like SAP. It details experience with demand planning, supply and sales operations planning, distribution planning, inventory management, purchasing, procurement, and materials management for various manufacturing companies. Responsibilities included forecasting, vendor management, cost analysis, and ensuring on-time deliveries.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Harish Singh. It summarizes his professional experience of over 2 years working as an IT executive performing tasks like Active Directory administration, installing and maintaining 350 desktops and 150 laptops on a WiFi network, and coordinating an ERP server. It also lists his education qualifications including a B.A., 12th standard, and 10th standard certificates as well as a diploma in computer hardware and networking. Personal details provided include his birthdate, marital status, and languages known.
El documento presenta una encuesta sobre las opiniones de los estudiantes acerca de varios aspectos de su colegio, incluyendo la organización del refrigerio y los baños, el estado de la cancha deportiva, la organización de los salones, la relación con profesores y estudiantes, el estado de los implementos deportivos y de tecnología, las clases y profesores, la limpieza e higiene de la institución, y la forma de enseñar y el orden de las clases. Se busca obtener feedback para posibles mejoras en la institución.
Broad bean diseases A Lecture By Allah Dad Khan Provincial Coordinator IPM MI...Mr.Allah Dad Khan
Chocolate spot is a fungal disease of broad beans that causes rounded, reddish-brown spots on the leaves and pods. The spots later turn brownish-black and the leaves become covered in a thread-like mold. The disease delays blooming and causes flowers to appear weathered. It can also infect mature pods. Chocolate spot often begins in mid-winter, unlike most fungal diseases. Rust is another broad bean disease that causes yellow spots on the underside of leaves, some with a powdery surface. Like chocolate spot, rust can develop outside normal seasonal patterns. Farmers should check for rust symptoms even during dry seasons.
Codes and conventions of a contents pagebaileyharland
The document outlines the typical codes and conventions used for magazine contents pages, including:
1) Contents pages are usually laid out in columns, include the main image from the featured article along with other smaller images and page numbers.
2) They use the same color scheme as the front cover and list the feature article along with its page number.
3) Standard elements include the magazine title, issue number, date, masthead, and contact/subscription information, typically positioned in specific areas of the page.
Ajeet Kumar is a HR recruiter and office administrator currently working at Mukul Consultants India Pvt Ltd since January 2012. He has over 12 years of experience in roles like administration executive, billing executive, and office administrator manager. He holds a diploma in computers hardware and networking and seeks a permanent full-time role in South Delhi or Patna with a focus on consultancy work.
The document discusses how the author attracted their audience to their magazine. They included an eye-catching masthead and bold color scheme on the front cover. The main headline spans the width of the page to draw readers in. They also used a "buzzword" like professional magazines do to encourage readers to learn more. On the contents page, the magazine is neatly organized with pictures to catch attention. The double page spread continues the bold color scheme and features an eye-catching main image related to the genre. It includes an interview with interesting questions about the band and upcoming events.
The document analyzes the front cover of the magazine Kerrang. It summarizes that the cover features Andy Biersack as the main image dressed as a boxer, which is intended to promote the exclusive interview with him. Additional elements on the cover include the masthead, coverlines promoting other articles, buzzwords to entice readers, and a color scheme of red, black, and white. Puffs are also used to promote that this issue features two alternative covers for readers to choose from.
Step by step of my music magazine contentskatiehatton123
The document describes the process of creating a contents page for a music magazine. The creator originally used the front cover font and colors but later changed the font as it did not look good. Page numbers were made red to stand out and match professional magazine styles. Sections for features and regular content were added, as well as a subscription box, to follow conventions. The final contents page incorporated changes made along the way and the creator felt it had a professional look that clearly presented the indie/rock genre.
Didalam slide ini merupakan materi berkaitan dengan Tugas Kewirausaahan di bidang kesehatan yang di bimbing oleh Ibu Untuk memenuhi tugas matakuliah Kewirausahaan Ibu Lenni Saragih S.kp.,M.Kes Program Studi Diploma IV Keperawatan Malang Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Malang
The document summarizes educational materials created by various ACS local sections in response to a presidential climate science challenge. It provides examples of activities done by the Portland, Kalamazoo, and Dallas/Fort Worth local sections, which included workshops for students and educators, interactive demonstrations at science museums, and a symposium for community college faculty. It also outlines plans to create a website to make all the educational materials more accessible and to gather additional resources from other local section winners.
Here are a few examples of synthesis essays:
Example 1:
Thesis: While technology has improved our lives in many ways, it has also negatively impacted human interaction and mental health.
The essay would discuss research from multiple sources about both the benefits of technology such as increased access to information, as well as the downsides like social media addiction, decreased attention spans, and lack of face-to-face social interaction. It would synthesize this information to support the thesis that technology has both advantages and disadvantages.
Example 2:
Thesis: A balanced approach combining pharmaceutical treatment and lifestyle changes is most effective for managing depression.
This essay would discuss findings from studies about the biological causes of depression and how antidepress
The Department of Science and Technology launched the I-Salt project in Alaminos, Pangasinan to introduce salt ionization technologies to local salt makers. The project utilized a saturated brine feed reservoir, spin dryer, and iodizing machine developed by DOST's Industrial Technology Development Institute and Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development. The technologies help produce finer and purer salt with reduced moisture, allowing for uniform infusion of 30-70 ppm of iodine.
Challenges of biology education for the 21st century - beyond bio2010 symposi...bio-link
Dr. Jay Labov, from the National Academy of Sciences and National Research Council, talks about how undergraduate biology education must change to meet the challenges of the 21st century
The state of Maryland has established an endowment program to promote entrepreneurial science at colleges and universities in the state. Washington College received $1 million from the state and $1 million in private donations to create a new position of chief of entrepreneurial science. This position will focus on developing cheaper buoy technologies to monitor conditions in the Chester River and Chesapeake Bay. The buoy systems can track conditions for 1/10 the cost of traditional methods. The program is also funding new positions in cybersecurity at Morgan State University, human virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and other fields. The goal is to spur new scientific discoveries that can lead to commercial products and company creation.
The document discusses plagiarism in several contexts:
1) A Japanese research institute apologized for serious errors in two high-profile stem cell papers.
2) A student's thesis draft did not include proper citations or references, raising questions about how the work was published without vetting.
3) An Australian university expelled 9 students found guilty of plagiarism, as plagiarism is increasingly difficult for institutions to detect but can damage students' careers.
The very best methods for the secondary scienceJovanne
The document summarizes research on effective instructional methods for secondary science classrooms. It finds that hands-on, inquiry-based labs and real-world problem solving activities most engage students by giving them an authentic experience of how scientists work. Relying solely on worksheets or lectures is discouraged. The document also stresses the importance of creative lesson plans, collaborative work, and challenging higher-order thinking to maintain student interest in science.
Join the winners of the National Collaborating Centre for Public Health (NCCPH) Knowledge Translation (KT) Student Awards and get a first-hand look at their crucial work in bridging the gap between research and practice. These students and recent graduates are leading the field in terms of innovative knowledge translation strategies. This session highlights their academic excellence and features unique and transferable strategies to address today’s public health priorities.
Melissa MacKay, PhD Candidate, Public Health, University of Guelph – Maintaining trust through effective crisis communication during emerging infectious disease
Alexa Ferdinands, PhD, Health Promotion and Socio-behavioural Sciences, University of Alberta – Collaborating with youth to address weight stigma in healthcare, education and the home
Shannon Bird, MPH, Brock University – Art as a tool for promoting public and environmental health: A lesson plan for ecojustice educators
SCIE 911 Task 1: Dr Mikac explains 'plagiarism'Emily Purser
The head of Japan's RIKEN research institute apologized for serious errors in two high-profile stem cell papers published in Nature. Up to 30 students at Deakin University in Australia were found guilty of plagiarism, with 9 being expelled. Plagiarism is defined as taking someone else's work and passing it off as one's own. The University of Wollongong uses text matching software to detect plagiarism and has a multi-step process for handling cases that can result in failing grades or expulsion.
The document summarizes Xaverian Brothers High School's innovative approach to science education, which prepares students for real-world problem solving. The new curriculum for grades 7-8 focuses on developing scientific skills through hands-on projects involving robotics, rocketry, and the human body. Students build and program their own robots and water-propelled rockets. The new labs in the academic wing enhance collaboration and experimentation for all science classes. The redesign emphasizes skills like critical thinking, collaboration, and engineering to give students an advantage in their future studies and careers.
The Sciencebook Trust 'Eyes in the Sky' Event 2012Pauline Rutter
This document describes the Sciencebook Trust (TST), a nonprofit organization that aims to encourage understanding of STEM topics related to climate change, sustainability, and innovation among young people. It does this through an online book at www.sciencebook.org.uk and engaging activities. TST collaborates with individuals, organizations, and young people to inspire the next generation. It uses an intergenerational and cross-sector model of engagement and communication to benefit a wide, inclusive network. The document provides examples of past events and contributions from scientists, educators, and students to the online book. It outlines plans to expand content and reach more young people through various youth organizations.
This document provides an overview of research projects and partnerships at the University of Idaho in 2015. It discusses UI's Aquaculture Research Institute and their work to develop plant-based diets for farmed trout and vaccines to protect against disease. It also mentions partnerships with companies like Schweitzer Engineering Laboratory, Potlatch Corp., Boeing, and Idaho National Laboratory on projects related to power grid simulation, forestry research, process improvement, and vehicle simulation. The document emphasizes UI's role in supporting Idaho industries through applied research and industry partnerships.
Collaborating for Education and Research Forum VI Resource GuideTom Loughran
This document provides a resource guide for 2013 STEM programs at the University of Notre Dame and other local organizations. It includes brief 1-2 paragraph descriptions of over 30 different programs related to science, technology, engineering and math. The programs cover a wide range of topics and are intended for students, teachers and the general public. They include camps, workshops, research opportunities, and outreach programs focused on areas like astronomy, chemistry, engineering, math and the environment. Contact information is provided for each program to learn more.
The document discusses the following:
1) Spring quarter is busy time for UW students and faculty, with seniors wrapping up capstone projects and many competing in innovation competitions. The Career Center is helping students find internships and opportunities.
2) UW was recently ranked the most innovative public university by Reuters. Engineering faculty were responsible for over half of innovations in the past 5 years.
3) The College's strategic plan focuses on increasing diversity, inclusion, and access to provide world-class education for students.
Graduate Program in Applied Cultural EvolutionJoe Brewer
This document is a grant application submitted to the John Templeton Foundation proposing the creation of masters and doctoral programs in applied cultural evolution. We have not heard back about whether we will receive funding from them but felt it is worthwhile to share more of our vision with others who might like to collaborate in making this vision a reality.
1 Instructions for Spring 2014 Freshman Composition .docxmercysuttle
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Instructions for Spring 2014 Freshman Composition Final
Examination Readings
Place your name on this packet of readings you download from the Writing Program website.
You will return them to your instructor after you have finished writing the final essay
examination.
No class time will be allotted for discussion of the readings, but you may, if you wish, discuss
them outside of class with your classmates or other students enrolled in your freshman
composition class.
Bring this packet with you to the final exam. You will use information from these sources to
support your thesis. You may underline, highlight, and annotate the readings.
You may also bring a dictionary and your Little Seagull Handbook. However, you may not bring
thesis statements, outlines, prewriting, or drafts in any form to exam.
If you use MLA documentation style to credit your sources, bring the pre-printed Works Cited
page you downloaded with your reading packet and, when you have finished writing, place the
page in the Blue Book in which you have written your final draft.
If you use APA documentation style to credit your sources, bring the pre-printed References
page you downloaded with your reading packet and, when you have finished writing, place the
page in the Blue Book in which you have written your final draft.
For Writing Program essays, MLA or APA are the only two acceptable documentation styles.
For the final essay exam, you will need two large-sized Blue Books. These are available at the
bookstore. (If you have large handwriting, you may need a third Blue Book.) On the front cover
of each book, write your name, your WRC course and section number, the date of your final, and
your professor’s name. Turn in both Blue Books to your professor before the final. You may use
only Blue Books in which to write the final. On the day of the final, your professor will return
the Blue Books to you so you can use them for the final essay. At the final, use one book for
your prewriting and the other for your final draft. You will turn in both at the end of the final,
along with the prompt.
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Sustainability is about more than recycling at top colleges
By Monika Joshi
One Indiana school is not only drilling its students on academics, but it's also drilling holes in its campus to tap geothermal
energy. A Vermont college is into burning wood chips as a way to save money.
What they share is a passion for environmental sustainability — operating in a way that uses renewable fuels and tries to
save money in the process. Interest in sustainability is particularly strong on college campuses.
Princeton Review, in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council, is out this week with its 2012 Guide to 322 Green
Colleges and finds in a separate survey that 68% of more than 7,000 college applicants told them that a college's commitment to the
environment would play a role in their decision to apply to or attend that ...
Highlights from the document:
1) The study examined the relationship between students' "need for cognition" (NFC), which is their preference for engaging in and enjoying thinking, and their acceptance of climate change and evolution.
2) It found that students with a higher NFC were more accepting of both climate change and evolution. Those with a lower NFC found contradictory evidence to be overwhelming.
3) Need for cognition is positively correlated with traits like critical thinking and academic success, while being negatively correlated with dogmatism. The researchers hypothesized that students with a higher NFC would have greater acceptance of these scientifically established topics.
Creating and Maintaining High Quality, Sustainable Healthy Learning Environments for Students and Teachers in Global Schools
The research reports on relationships between ecological and health conditions in learning environments involving 1) teacher effectiveness, 2) student achievement, and 3) health of teachers and students. We argue these conditions present implications for transforming learning environments into healthy, safe places for teachers and learners. Findings on ecological conditions in schools show there could be health risks. Methodology is shared to gather evidence on potential adverse effects of ecological conditions on teachers and students in schools. Conclusions suggest that failure to acknowledge problems involving infrastructure, environmental conditions and impact on health could result in adverse affects for teaching and learning.
The document summarizes new collaborations formed by the University of Notre Dame College of Science. It discusses partnerships with MD Anderson Cancer Center and Loyola University to provide research opportunities for Notre Dame students in cancer research. It also describes the formation of new relationships in Silicon Valley as part of Notre Dame's California Initiative to provide career and research opportunities for students and identify partners to help commercialize Notre Dame's research.
- The document discusses events happening at Sugar-Salem schools in August, including registration dates, back-to-school nights, and teacher training.
- It then summarizes four articles from the school newspaper: 1) About students participating in a promotional video for their high school, praising the school's community and teachers. 2) Offering tips for back-to-school shopping. 3) Profile of a university professor who sends his kids to Sugar-Salem schools because of the quality education and individual attention. 4) Highlighting teachers at Sugar-Salem who go above and beyond, using technology in innovative ways.
1) The document summarizes the graduation of the Sugar-Salem High School Class of 2011, including speeches given by valedictorians.
2) It discusses two graduates - Michael Larson, who received a full scholarship to MIT, and Wilson Rydalch, who will attend the Naval Academy following in his family's footsteps.
3) It provides an overview of expectations for the 39% of graduates attending BYU-Idaho, including the school's honor code and increasing issues with acceptance and housing.
1) The Sugar-Salem High School prom was held on May 7th at the Fusion Zumba Studio with the theme "Written in the Stars". Over 200 students attended.
2) The school district implemented a new internet filter on May 3rd to block distracting websites like Facebook and YouTube and focus computer use on education. It also provides improved security.
3) A district-wide multicultural assembly was held on March 24th where students learned about Russian, Mexican, Polynesian, Afro-Brazilian, and Indian cultures through performances, videos, and presentations. It helped students learn about different backgrounds.
The document summarizes activities and events at Sugar-Salem High School and Central Elementary School. It discusses the school drama club's recent performance of "Accident, West Virginia" and how involvement in extracurricular activities can influence students' futures. It also describes a class of third grade students who campaigned for president, outlining their proposed policies. Additionally, it discusses how an art teacher at the junior high implemented a low-cost papier mache project that fostered students' creativity.
The document provides information about various student activities and programs at a university. It discusses how the Adopt-a-Grandparent program led one student, Mike Jacobson, to develop a lifelong friendship with his adopted grandmother, Margaret Emery, who passed away at age 87. It also mentions that last year there were over 135,000 student participations in hundreds of activities sponsored by Student Activities, and over 2,400 students served in leadership positions. The document emphasizes how experiences in Student Activities programs helped students develop life skills and career advantages.
The document discusses a 76-year-old great-grandmother named Diedre Lingenfelter who decided to finish her college degree through BYU-Idaho's Pathway program after one of her great-grandchildren enrolled; as the oldest Pathway student, Dee appreciates being able to complete her education from home through the online program; the document also provides updates on various BYU-Idaho programs and activities, including new medical programs, an instructor's experience teaching in China, and renovations to the geology museum.
Wyland, a renowned marine life artist, will restore the iconic Whaling Wall mural outside the AES Redondo Beach power station on March 31st to cap off his career. In April, the Wyland Foundation will recognize one Southern California teacher per day for their efforts inspiring environmental stewardship in students, in celebration of Earth Month. Events on March 31st will include Wyland painting, environmental education activities by various organizations, and a dedication ceremony with speeches by officials and Wyland.
Renowned artist Wyland restored the iconic 586-foot Whaling Wall 31 mural at the AES power plant in Redondo Beach to help promote conservation for Earth Month. The restoration event also recognized 30 teachers for their environmental education efforts through the Wyland Foundation's "Earth Month Heroes" program. Throughout April, additional events will take place like the Los Angeles County Science Fair to continue inspiring ecological stewardship among youth with Wyland's Clean Water educational curriculum and mobile learning center. The initiative aims to create lasting change in environmental attitudes.
1. APRIL 2012 l 1
EMPLOYEE NEWSLETTER MARCH 2012
Changing lives with as little as $50
Third-world countries receive aid from BYU-Idaho students
» Jessica McIntyre: Graduate, Communication
Walking down an uneven dirt road in Abundancia, Paraguay, the
hot, sticky air swirls dust around the ankles of a local woman as
she makes her way home. In this sparsely settled wilderness lays
a Mormon enclave, and with members lacking basic necessities,
the Church has been helping residents reach self-sufficiency by
helping them build wells, plant crops, and raise chickens.
To further make life easier in this village and for others
around the world, four student groups in Tyler Watson’s
international health class were given $50 to build a prototype that
could be implemented in a third-world country to address specific
health issues.
“Living in the U.S. we don’t realize how lucky we are and that
something as simple as $50 can really change thousands of lives,”
Watson said.
Students in the class researched the struggles people deal with
in these countries such as poor food quality, inadequate water
sanitation, and insufficient access to fuel. After they chose a
situation, students set to work creating prototypes for $50 or less,
addressing health needs ranging from solar-powered fridges for
street vendors, indoor stoves, a distillery that creates ethanol, and
a septic system.
Cooking dinner over an aluminum can
After talking with a family member currently living in the
Philippines, one group realized that many people there spend
a majority of their day over a hot stove that creates respiratory
problems from smoke inhalation. By creating a stove from
aluminum cans, tin, and ethanol fuel, they have decreased
cooking time and have helped to alleviate health problems. “Our
group realized that we can really change the standard of living for
others, and its potential is immense,” said Gretchen Gill, a senior
studying health science.
From a mixing bowl to septic system
Trying to help the people in Abundancia, a second group
created a prototype septic system with a mixing bowl, silicone,
a five-gallon bucket, and a PVC pipe. “In Abundancia people
share an outhouse, and when it’s full they just move it — it’s
a nightmare for health officials because of possible soil
contamination,” said Landin Hagge, a student studying public
health. “Once created on a large scale it will cost only $200. This
will improve sanitation and create jobs by training people how to
install the septic system and build toilets.”
LEFT: Septic system made from a mixing bowl, silicone, bucket, and PVC pipe. TOP RIGHT: Chicken cooking on a stove made from aluminum cans, tin, and ethanol fuel. BOTTOM RIGHT: Home distillery that can
power household items such as stoves, refrigerators, and lights.
2. 2 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
Physics demonstration
shows science in action
The light bulbs sit motionless in the
microwave. After displaying vibrant neon
colors of yellow, blue, and orange, a sudden
pop is heard and darkness fills the room.
As overhead lights are slowly turned on,
the presenter echoes what all parents are
internally pleading, “Kids, this is why you
do not put light bulbs in the microwave.”
With parents exhaling a sigh of relief and
giddy laughs coming from the 50 kids in
attendance, students in the Physics Society
continue with their demonstration.
Every semester the small team of
student scientists puts on a show for
the community. They have over 15
demonstrations showing physics principles,
including bowling balls illustrating the law of conservation of energy, beds of nails
portraying pressure distribution, and a metal pipe featuring sound waves by fire.
“We hope to enrich science education in schools,” said Karl Decker, outreach officer in
the Physics Society. “Our purpose is to inspire children to become physicists themselves
or at least appreciate the field a little bit more.”
A new articulation agreement between BYU-Idaho and Idaho State University makes it
possible for BYU-Idaho students to complete both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in as
little as five years.
BYU-Idaho students can obtain early admission to ISU’s graduate programs after
they obtain 60 undergraduate credits and maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA, allowing
them to work toward a master’s degree at ISU while completing their bachelor’s at
BYU-Idaho. Two master’s degrees are currently available as part of this initiative —
Historical Resources Management and Political Science — with more expected to be
added in the future.
“This program will promote greater educational and career opportunities for students.
They will be expediting their education, but not sacrificing the quality of it,” said John
Ivers, dean of the College of Language and Letters. “We have been working on this for
years, and to see it come together is exhilarating.”
Students involved will take the majority of their graduate-level courses in Pocatello, but
some classes may be offered at ISU’s Idaho Falls campus. Students interested may contact
their individual department chair, dean, or the Academic Discovery Center.
Students showcase research
The MC Ballroom was the center of
hustle and bustle at the end of winter
semester during a showcase of dance,
research, and engineering innovations.
The Research and Creative Works
Conference is a venue for students to
share their original work.
“The conference empowers students
as they prepare for internships, ad-
vanced education, and the workplace,”
said Hector A. Becerril, conference
chair. “It also builds awareness of what
is being done on campus, provides
direction for students who may be
unsure of their emphasis, and allows
for networking opportunities between
students, student researchers, and fac-
ulty mentors.”
Some research findings showcased
at the conference include whether
smartphones really make people
smarter, how video games affect
marriage, parenting methods, how
people view their body image, the
amount of bacteria found on everyday
household items, and a remote-
controlled snow plow.
Two students win prestigious
international scholarships
Two students in the Department of
Languages and International Studies
have earned prestigious, international
scholarships.
Lindsey Pruden, a senior studying
chemistry and German, was accepted
into the Research Internships in Science
and Engineering (RISE) program, which
only has a 6 percent acceptance rate. For
three months Pruden will be researching
inorganic chemistry alongside a German
Ph.D. student at the University of Pader-
born in Germany.
Matthew Longmore, a senior study-
ing communication, was accepted into
the Critical Languages Scholarship
Program (CLS) and will live in Indone-
sia for 10 weeks studying the Indonesian
language at Universitas Negeri Malang.
The CLS Program has a 10 percent
acceptance rate and is part of a U.S.
government effort to expand the number
of Americans studying and mastering
critically needed foreign languages.
University News Briefs
Agreement with ISU offers master’s degrees
to BYU-Idaho students
A college student lies between two beds of nails, as a young girl stands on top.
3. APRIL 2012 l 3
Web conferencing pilot begins in five buildings
Adobe Connect. Google+ Hangouts. Go To Meeting. These are all
online tools to connect two or more people in separate locations
via live video feed. The university will be piloting the use of all
three of these tools this spring to determine which one faculty like
best and which fits best within university infrastructure.
Academic Technology has identified five campus buildings to
pilot this initiative. Initially, five classrooms will be equipped with
software, cameras, and microphones that will allow connectivity
from the classroom to multiple remote sites. The designated rooms
are Benson 270, Clarke 351, Ricks 227, Romney 277, and Spori
071. Faculty who teach in these rooms will be trained on how to
use the technology.
One way faculty can use the new technology is to record a class
lecture with the goal of posting portions of the recording online
to highlight essential material. These clips can then be used for
student preparation assignments prior to class discussion. This
is a way for the instructor to create learning objects using key
moments from within the classroom.
“This technology is increasingly being used by teachers
attending conferences, conventions, and meetings that are away
from campus,” said Arlen Wilcock, manager of the Academic
Technology Center. “It’s a great way for them to either teach or
connect with their classes while they are not physically present.”
Chemistry research reveals new findings,
paves path for further experiments
For the last two-and-a-half years, eight students in the Department
of Chemistry have researched and written new findings that have
further branded the department among professionals. Appearing
in the International Journal of Quantum Chemistry on April 15,
the students explain the previously unknown shape and potential
reactions of a destroying aerial molecule.
The group of student scientists stepped into unknown territory
Fall 2008 when they began research on radicals. These tiny
particles may potentially wreak havoc as they glide through the
air destroying ozone where we need it and creating ozone near
ground level, where we don’t want it. Having radicals close to
ground level can be hazardous for breathing and lung activity.
“Understanding radicals is a 1,000-step process. We’re on
step five,” said Dr. Ryan Dabell, instructor in the Department of
Chemistry. “However, as we move closer to understanding these
particles, we will be able to find ways to reduce their impact and
eventually get rid of them. This would improve human lives as well
as preserve the global environment.”
Contrary to popular procedure for undergraduate students,
the group was invited to participate by Dr. Jaron Hansen, associate
professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at
BYU. Dr. Hansen provided BYU-Idaho students with research-
level access to the BYU Fulton Supercomputing Center, a resource
necessary for conducting this research. This relationship will open
doors for chemistry internships for BYU-Idaho students. With the
research complete, BYU researchers will be able to create related
experiments to test the data provided by BYU-Idaho students.
new agribusiness emphasis
to be offered this fall
The Department of Agribusiness, Plant, and Animal
Sciences will introduce a new emphasis this fall: Global
Food and Agribusiness Management.
Agribusiness management covers all business-related
activities involved in the production, processing, finance,
marketing and distribution of food and fiber products.
This emphasis will center on giving students the
opportunity to utilize their education and personal skills
in a global economy.
“The Global Food and Agribusiness Management
emphasis is attracting a lot of students from other areas
of study into the major who want to make a difference
in the world,” said Jeremy Slade, agribusiness faculty.
“This major will prepare students for a variety of careers,
in areas such as international development, food
marketing, agribusiness finance, international trade, and
agricultural policy. Individuals who work in these careers
can have a positive effect on people around the world.”
The new emphasis will allow students to develop and
utilize complimentary skills in finance, accounting,
agribusiness, agroscience, technology, economics,
marketing, foreign language, international studies, and
international politics. And perhaps most important, the
new major will require an international experience, such
as a study abroad, internship, or international study tour.
“Food is such an integral part of life. You could
substitute a lot of things in life — except for food,” said
Slade. “Working in this industry provides the opportunity
to change the world for good. I believe what Dr. Ray
Goldberg of the Harvard Business School said that
agribusiness has significant political as well as economic
implications and is as a driver of societal and economic
health around the world.
4. 4 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
President’s Q&A Recap
FROM April 4, 2012
QUESTION 1
Q: Why doesn’t BYU-Idaho offer a full physician’s assistant
program?
A: BYU-Idaho does not offer master’s degrees because they
are very expensive. Even though we offer many of the courses
that transfer into a PA program, this sort of degree has to be
accredited, and the standards for accreditation are very high.
Therefore, the university would have to invest a lot of money to
make programs like this work well. Instead, we’ve chosen to forge
agreements with other schools that will open up graduate-level
opportunities for our students.
QUESTION 2
Q: What can be done to improve student employment
on campus?
A: First, the university has made a conscious effort to increase
the number of jobs on campus, and we want to create even more.
Second, there is a significant need to train both students and
supervisors so that the employment experience involves both
getting the work done as well as providing a learning experience
for the student. We also want to continue incorporating leadership
experiences for our students where they are not only the workers
but are also the supervisors.
$50 projects for third-world countries
continued from pg. 1
Heat of the sun cooling your food
When visiting a crowded street in a foreign country, food is
sold from street vendors selling their goods from bikes or carts.
For many of these vendors the food has sat under the hot sun
for hours, making it an attraction for bugs and bacteria. “For
these people the sun is a problem because it makes their food
unsanitary, so our group decided to use the sun to our advantage,”
said Kristin Dona, a senior studying health science. “By using a
plastic storage bin, an aluminum container, sand, pillows, straw,
and a fan, street vendors can refrigerate their foods, keeping
them fresh longer. This will make the vendor more marketable,
bringing in more money.”
Renewable energy coming from your kitchen
By using leftover apples and bananas, a fourth group has
produced clean fuel from a home distillery that creates ethanol,
which in turn can power stoves, fridges, and lights. “It was really
exciting the first time we saw our finished product. We have also
combined our project with the group making the stove,” said
Emma Bazzell, a junior studying health science. “Our hope is that
once it’s implemented people will be able to power their homes
and maybe even make a business of creating ethanol fuel.”
SHARING AND SERVING
While created at BYU-Idaho, these projects won’t be staying
in Rexburg — many of them will be helping the people in
Abundancia, and others will go to benefit individuals in other
areas. Starting this fall, Larry Shaw, faculty member with the
Department of Health, Recreation and Human Performance, will
be taking a sabbatical to help Abundancia dig wells, install septic
systems, and create local jobs.
“While I am there BYU-Idaho students will have the chance
to come to Abundancia for a week or two to help with the
humanitarian efforts,” said Shaw. “This will be an amazing
opportunity for students interested in international public health
to see how they can make a change and to apply what they have
learned in the classroom.”
Pathway program expands;
26 additional sites open this fall
BYU-Idaho’s Pathway program has recently received Board
approval to expand to 26 additional locations beginning this fall
for a total of 55 domestic and 10 international sites.
Intended to be both affordable and accessible, Pathway offers
BYU-Idaho courses online at a relatively low cost. All classes
are conducted online, but Pathway students also gather in small
groups at least weekly at their local institute building or church
meetinghouse to work on course assignments and collaborate
on educational activities. Volunteer missionary couples in each
location donate their time to help these students and provide
additional support.
NEW PATHWAY LOCATIONS
Domestic
Phoenix, AZ
San Marcos, CA
Victorville, CA
Colo. Springs,CO
Littleton, CO
Hartford, CT
Idaho Falls, ID
Chicago, IL
Schaumburg, IL
Boston, MA
Lowell, MA
Concord, NH
Gresham, OR
Portland, OR
Providence, RI
Allen, TX
Arlington, TX
Houston, TX
San Antonio, TX
Sandy, UT
Bellingham, WA
Moses Lake, WA
International
Sorocaba, Brazil
Accra, Ghana*
Mexico City, Mex.*
Lima, Peru
*second location
5. APRIL 2012 l 5
LEFT: Teens at the St. Anthony Juvenile Corrections Center jog behind a group of BYU-Idaho students. RIGHT: Students in Steve Stokes’
juvenile delinquency class listen as teens at the corrections facility share their personal stories.
Our main concern
isn’t about getting
ourselves home, it’s
about getting our
peers home.
student, Juvenile correc-
tions center in St. anthony
From behind bars
sociology students learn from
juveniles at detention center
» Stephen Henderson: Graduate, Communication
“My committing offense is three charges
of battery,” says a 17-year-old girl standing
against the dormitory wall. “I’ve been
here for almost 18 months and I’ve finally
learned that my friends here actually care
about me.”
This teenager is one of 120 high-risk
juvenile offenders who have been placed
under state custody for an indeterminate
amount of time. For teens with recurring
drug, alcohol, theft, and violence
problems, a brief term in the county jail is
often not enough to effect lasting change.
This is where Juvenile Corrections Center-
St. Anthony (JCC) comes in.
Visiting Hours
For the past 15 years, Steve Stokes, an
instructor in the Department of Sociology
& Social Work, has brought his juvenile
delinquency classes to JCC for a firsthand
look at the corrections system at work.
And for the last few years, groups from
JCC have visited BYU-Idaho, where
they’re able to interact with Stokes’ classes
and take a tour of campus.
The interaction has offered each
group a glimpse into a completely
foreign lifestyle. For one, a view into
higher education, social life, and career
opportunities; for the other, a look at
positive peer culture (PPC) and how it’s
reshaping the lives of at-risk teens.
Positive Peer Culture
Jimmy Osborne, a psychology student,
worked with the teens at JCC last fall.
Twice a week, Osborne observed therapy
sessions and led team-building activities.
His experiences, he says, prepared him for
a future working with teens.
“It was an awesome experience to
watch the way they work as a group and
see their progress,” said Osborne. “They
learned that friendship isn’t about getting
into trouble. There’s nothing else like it.”
For years, Stokes’ juvenile delinquency
classes have studied the concepts of
positive peer culture, or, how to help
juveniles create positive relationships.
“PPC teaches the juveniles how to
be accountable and how to show care
and concern for each other, something
they haven’t experienced until now,”
said Stokes.
Twelve groups, with mascots ranging
from Knights to the Greek goddess Athena,
make up the JCC student body. Each group
works as a team to set its own rules and
participate every day in therapy sessions.
Each group also has the power to grant an
individual’s release from the center.
T-Shirts
During their visit to BYU-Idaho, JCC
teens describe to Stokes’ class how they
landed in detention, how long they’ve
been there, and the steps they’re taking
to reverse their negative behaviors. “The
beauty of this type of presentation is that
my students get a real look at the change
these teens are making,” says Stokes. “And
the more the teens explain it to others, the
more they sell themselves on it. It’s a win-
win for everyone.”
On their tour of BYU-Idaho, juvenile
students learn about the possibilities of
applying to the university and receiving
financial aid, options most of them have
never dreamed of. At the end of the tour,
the university sends each member of the
group away with a BYU-Idaho T-shirt.
“Of all the T-shirts the university gives
out, those are probably worn with the
most pride,” says Stokes.
The Courage to Change
As the sociology students finish their
tour of JCC, they make one final stop
at the female dormitory where 20 teens
spend their nights and portions of their
days. After almost two years at the center,
one of the girls from the Athena group is
scheduled for release in a few weeks. She
has gone from being an addict and a thief
to being a leader in the group. She knows
how to handle herself with her peers and
knows each girl’s story. She understands
their problems and potential. And she
understands what it takes to change.
“Our main concern isn’t about getting
ourselves home,” she says. “It’s about
getting our peers home.”
The group of 10 brings it in for the final
huddle, where they chant their team cheer.
“The wisdom and courage to change …
Athena!”
6. 6 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
➝ LEARNING MODEL
special
feature
An interesting twist in the Snake River
Student researchers make geological discovery
» Spencer Allen: Junior, Communication
The Snake River is known for the way it
wraps and curls around bends and streams
from Wyoming to Washington. With more
than 1,000 miles of fly-fishing haven and a
whitewater rafting sanctuary, thousands of
tourists flock throughout the year to enjoy
the scenic serenity.
But in addition to its natural appeal,
the river is gaining exposure for a new
reason. With the guidance of instructors
in the Department of Geology, students
recently noticed a twist in the river’s
course, more unusual than expected.
Supported by grants from the United
States Geological Survey and the
BYU-Idaho College of Physical and
Mathematical Sciences, three BYU-Idaho
students researched the cause of the
change.
During their investigations, geology
majors Toby Dossett, Tyler Reed, and
Sherri McIlrath discovered remnants of
basaltic lava from two eruptive periods.
The lava from the second period, which
erupted 1.5 million years ago, dammed
the Snake River. Prior to the eruptions the
river flowed along the southwest side of
Swan Valley. After it eroded through the
dam it changed course — flowing across
the valley to the northeastern side and
then back again.
“This is what BYU-Idaho is all about,”
explains Department of Geology Chair
Dan Moore. “Students are practicing their
craft. These students have had a graduate
school experience as undergraduate
students. The experience they gained sets
them apart from their peers.”
The students spent six weeks in the
field observing the distribution of rock
type, followed by a full semester of
digitizing their data. “It was a learning
experience,” shares McIlrath. “There were
times we weren’t too sure what was going
on. We’d have to come together and draw
back upon materials we had learned in our
geology classes.”
Dossett, Reed, and McIlrath recently
presented their findings at the BYU-Idaho
research conference. Competing among
more than 30 other students, the group
won first place.
With the motivation from the victory,
the group applied and was accepted
to present their research at a regional
conference hosted by the Geological
Society of America in Albuquerque, N.M.,
on May 11.
“It will be two-and-a-half years from
start to finish,” shares McIlrath. “It will
be a once-in-a-lifetime experience
presenting our work for the Geological
Society of America.”
LEFT: Students Scott Bergendorf (left) and Toby Dossett (right) stand on an ancient basaltic lava dam. The lava flows that capped the dam lie just over their heads. RIGHT: An image from one of the research sites.
In the distance the new river pattern that formed 1.5 million years ago bends around the corner.
7. APRIL 2012 l 7
Every BYU-Idaho student has gone
through the process: fill out an admissions
application, get an ecclesiastical endorse-
ment, and receive an acceptance letter.
And everything gets processed in one
place: the Admissions Office. But what else
happens in Kimball 110? Following are just
a few of the unique and vital aspects of the
university’s Admissions Office.
prospective student gatherings
Along with other Church Educational
System representatives, Admissions Office
personnel travel the country speaking at
firesides, seminaries, and high schools.
Last year alone, Admissions Office
personnel visited 3,783 high school
students in Idaho and Utah, 2,074 people
at college fairs, and 16,585 people at Be
Smart firesides. “These tours aren’t meant
to persuade a future student to attend
a certain CES school, but to educate
them on the importance of furthering
their education and the options available
to them through the CES,” said Tyler
Williams, Admissions director. The
Admissions Office also travels to every
high school in Idaho and Utah to inform
students about BYU-Idaho.
campus tours
In 2011, the Admissions Office
conducted tours for 5,607 prospective
students and parents. Tours consist
of a student employee taking visitors
around campus for 45 minutes, teaching
about the history of the university,
showing select campus buildings,
and explaining the variety of services
BYU-Idaho provides. “Doing campus
tours is definitely a learning experience,”
said Jordan McMurtrey, a student
employee in the Admissions Office.
“It requires a lot of studying and
memorization because each tour is unique
to the individual we are giving it to,
depending on what they want to see or
what major they want to pursue.”
ONE JUMP AHEAD OF THE REST
While the rest of campus feels the
impact of a new semester on the first
day of classes, the Admissions Office is
already planning for the next year. “Being
one year ahead helps other services on
campus prepare for the incoming group,”
said Williams. “Housing can plan new
construction, academic departments can
plan for classes and enrollment needs,
and the University Store can plan for what
books and supplies to purchase.”
TEST DAY, EVERY DAY
With more than 50,000 phone calls
received last year alone, student employees
in Admissions must know it all. They
field questions about every department
and office on campus, not just their own.
But it’s not just questions they deal with;
students handle every type of situation
from confused students to overprotective
parents to excited and grateful students
wanting to know what to do next.
YES, NO, MAYBE SO
Every November the application
process starts for the coming year. The
Admissions Office sees more than 23,000
applicants for daytime, Continuing
Education, Pathway, and Online programs
each year. “So many people want to come
to BYU-Idaho, and we do the best we can
to accept as many applicants as possible,”
said Williams. “Unfortunately, we have to
say no to some, but we do the best we can
to work with them so they can qualify for
admission in the future.”
BY THE NUMBERS
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
1,771,901... Total Inquiries
1,653,028... Website Hits
25,691 ������� Contacts via Facebook,
Blogs, YouTube, and
Print Media
16,585 ������� People Visited at
Be Smart Firesides
10,361........ Live Chats in 2011
5,607 ��������� People Attending Tours
in 2011
96%............. Acceptance Rate
Department Spotlight: Admissions
» Jessica McIntyre: Graduate, Communication
A student employee gives a campus tour to prospective students and parents. Nearly 6,000 people attended tours in 2011.
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fenced yard, 6 beds, 3 baths, huge
pantry, wonderful neighbors, close
to schools and park, large storage
shed. Call 740-3862.
Upright Story & Clark Piano. Good
condition. $1,500. Call 356-7550.
Six-foot Oak Church Pew. Call Julie
at 313-0331.
Marlin X7S .270 Caliber Rifle.
Brand new, has 3x9x40 mounted
Nikon scope. Asking $700.
Call 356-0219.
Small Refrigerator. Two years old,
white, great for second fridge in the
garage. $200. Call 709-3870.
20” TV. Toshiba, great condition,
works perfectly. $35. Call or text
801-427-2716.
Salt Lake Temple Artwork. Nice
black frame, 15x17 (picture insert
is 8x10). $30. Contact 351-1590.
Sitting on the edge of the folding chair,
Sam Tsukamoto clenches his hands
tight, knuckles beginning to turn white.
Watching the game unfold on the court,
the ball begins to make its way toward the
goal with a herd of 7-year-olds behind it.
Amongst the tangled swarm of blue and
yellow jerseys, the ball emerges with one
player guiding it. Escaping the pack he
swings back his leg and kicks the ball into
the net, and before the swish of the net can
be heard, Tsukamoto leaps out of his chair
and cheers with pride for his son Jeron.
As Jeron’s futsal coach and father,
Tsukamoto has been teaching his son the
fundamentals of soccer, and because of
Tsukamoto’s experience with soccer it’s no
mystery why his son does so well.
“I have been playing soccer since I was
five and it has been a big part of my life
since I first touched a soccer ball,” said
Tsukamoto. “I played on school and club
teams until college and then played on
the BYU-Hawaii soccer team as a center-
midfielder. It has been a great source of
pride watching my son play soccer and
really love the sport.”
After serving his mission in Brazil,
Tsukamoto transferred to BYU-Idaho to
finish his degree in business management.
He then moved to Seattle to work for
Nintendo of America but came back to
Rexburg when a friend informed him
about a job opening in IT.
“I never thought I would come back
here, but I am glad I did,” said Tsukamoto.
“For my job I deal with the back end of
the campus network — I provide network,
Internet, and phone services to all students
and employees.”
Growing up in a family where she was the
ninth of 11 children and only one other
girl to rely on, Julie Bradshaw toughened
up and gave her nine brothers a run for
their money.
“I was the biggest tomboy growing
up because of all the boys in my house. I
eventually learned to love playing the
rougher games,” said Bradshaw. “My
family used to be big, but now we are just
monstrous. For our last family reunion we
had to rent a port-a-potty.”
Bradshaw grew up in San Diego and
received her bachelor’s in English at San
Diego State University. She then moved to
Washington, D.C., went to graduate school
at George Mason University, but on the
side took Bollywood dance classes.
“My friends and I thought it would be
fun, and we all fell in love with it,” admitted
Bradshaw. “We became close friends with
our instructor, and when he got engaged
he asked us to dance in his wedding in
India. We all went of course; how could we
pass that up?”
After living in D.C. and traveling to
India, Bradshaw began teaching online
English classes for BYU-Idaho and
eventually moved to Provo where she
taught freshmen honors English at BYU.
“Teaching online has empowered me
to teach in the classroom, and I hope to
continue teaching both online and in the
classroom,” said Bradshaw.
Along with teaching, Bradshaw loves to
run. She will run her eighth marathon this
summer. “My favorite and most difficult
marathon to run was the second time I ran
the Boston Marathon,” she said. “It was an
exhilarating feeling to cross that finish line.”
Sam Tsukamoto
Infrastructure
Network Engineer
Start Date: September 2008
Hometown: Olympia, Wash.
Julie Bradshaw
Online Instruction
Remote Adjunct Faculty
Start Date: September 2010
Hometown: San Diego, Calif.
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