Giraudoux at the Gates

An in-depth look at the original production of Jean Giraudoux\u27s play Tiger at the Gates, how it had become such a famous performance, and how some of the intents of the playwright were not easily translated from French to English

Propagation Methods for Growing Spartina alterniflora for Salt Marsh Restoration

Salt marsh ecosystems can be found along the east coast of the United States, but are now disappearing due to human development and sea level rise. Salt marshes provide countless ecosystem services including shoreline protection from storms and flooding, nutrient removal, habitat for fish, birds and other wildlife, and provide some of the most beautiful areas for hunting, fishing and recreational activities. In order to protect salt marshes and restore the large portion of them that have been damaged, it is important to focus on the vegetation that help salt marshes function. Spartina alterniflora, smooth cordgrass, is a critical component of the salt marsh vegetation community. S. alterniflora is a dominant species that helps to stabilize the ecosystem, retain a seedbank of other species, uptake nutrients, and provide important habitat for wildlife. In order to grow S. alterniflora for restoration purposes, the species must be grown from seed to provide genetic diversity and high survival rates when planted. However, low germination rates have limited the use of this species for restoration using seeds. While working with the program, Rhody Native, I tested different methods to achieve high germination rates for S. alterniflora including comparing soil mixes, seed colors, and root development stages. This process is essential to find a propagation method that will work effectively to obtain high germination rates for this essential species to then use for restoration in local salt marshes

Australians underestimate social compliance with coronavirus restrictions: Findings from a national survey

Objective: We assessed differences between Australians’ perceptions of their own compliance with coronavirus restrictions and their perceptions of community compliance. Methods: We surveyed a national quota sample of 1,691 Australians in August and September 2020. Participants reported their level of compliance with coronavirus restrictions and estimated compliance from others in their state/territory. Results: Overwhelmingly, most people reported complying with restrictions. They believed their fellow community members were much less compliant. Age and other demographics were only weakly associated with self-reported compliance and perceptions of others’ compliance. Conclusions: The results are consistent with prevalent cognitive biases, including the tendency to believe one is better-than-average, and to more easily recall instances of deviances from social norms. Implications for public health: We recommend public health messaging avoids amplifying instances of social transgressions of coronavirus restrictions. Instead, the widespread nature of social compliance with restrictions across the country should be emphasised

Analysis of the Effect of Construction and Fit on Performance of Women’s Chinos

Samantha Castro is an undergraduate student in the School of Human Ecology at Louisiana Tech University. Abbey Haire is an undergraduate student in the School of Human Ecology at Louisiana Tech University. Laci Walker is an undergraduate student in the School of Human Ecology at Louisiana Tech University. Kathleen Heiden is an Associate Professor in the School of Human Ecology at Louisiana Tech University

Condemned to precarity? Criminalised youths, social enterprise and the sub-precariat

Purpose: The paper aims to consider whether social enterprise, who are growing in number and seemingly a politically popular alternative to mainstream employment are a potential conduit for social change. Discussions relating to the value of (stable) employment in reducing and preventing (re)offending are not new. For many ex-offenders, a multitude of barriers stand between them and access to the labour market. As a potential conduit for social change, social enterprises are a growing and seemingly politically popular alternative to mainstream employment. Design/methodology/approach: Focusing on the qualitative lived experiences of young people (aged between 16 and 18) with criminal convictions enrolled in one such enterprise, this paper examines the extent to which work-integrated social enterprise can assist in overcoming existing barriers to the labour market. Findings: The paper highlights the value of social enterprise(s) in addressing the complex needs and precarities of criminalised youths, promoting social inclusion and assisting with progression into future employment. The paper also discusses the limitations of social enterprise(s) in overcoming external structural barriers to meaningful employment for those with an offending history and the implications for young people who aspire to more than precariat work. Originality/value: Justice-orientated social enterprises are allowing young people with criminal records the opportunity to build social capita and access precarious work, previously unattainable for many. By focusing on the concept of “precarity”, this paper builds upon existing research on the collateral consequences of criminal convictions offering insights into the various challenges facing criminalised youths attempting to build a positive pro-social work identity within contemporary labour market

Strategy for Expanding Nutrition Professionals’ Competency: A Pilot Case Study in Dissemination and Implementation Science Training

Dissemination and Implementation (D&I) science trainings are essential to build knowledge among a variety of current and future health professionals. The objective of this study was to pilot-test and assess implementation of a nutrition-specific D&I science training. Participants (students enrolled in nutrition and public health programs) completed pre/post surveys and exit interviews. Descriptive statistics and a qualitative thematic analysis used deductive coding; in which coding and theme development are directed by existing concepts. Initial coding was completed by one researcher and validated by an additional researcher to describe and provide examples of the categories the Kirkpatrick Model and Implementation Outcomes Framework. The evaluation of the training was positively supported through the Kirkpatrick Scale results (mean scores between 6.94 ± 1.7 (Learning) and 7.35 ± 1.9 (Reaction)) and qualitative findings (increased confidence in D&I science and positive feedback on active learning strategies (application-based learning, mentorship, and discussions). Participants (n=8) described the learning activities (case studies, discussions, projects), the structure of the course (flipped classroom, content, learning strategies), the setting (hybrid, online), and mentorship (continuous feedback on assignments) as enabling effective implementation, which reflects with positive Implementation Outcome findings (3.59 ± 1.26, appropriateness score 3.94 ± 0.85, and feasibility score of 4.09 ± 0.67). These findings support positive implementation feasibility and program evaluation. Future studies need to compare changes in knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs among current or future nutrition professionals before and after completing this training