Global Citizenship Extended Course Summary

End of course presentations for INTA 2083 - Meaning of Global Citizenship. Presented on December 4, 2013 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm in A French building room 104.Runtime: 26:28 minutesThroughout the class, we focused on a series of learning outcomes that were identified as critical to the evaluation and understanding of good global citizenship. These outcomes include expectations of good global citizenship, the application of global citizenship to the strategic vision of Georgia Tech, the adoption of global citizenship practices by global institutions, and how citizenship is intrinsically linked with globalization. We have studied and debated the ideas and arguments of a multitude of philosophers on a variety of subjects that are of great relevance to these core ideas of globalization and citizenship and how they fulfill our learning goals. Our learning goals and our explication of how they were accomplished are included in this summary document of our experience in this class

Influence of neighborhood-level social determinants of health on a heart-healthy lifestyle among Black church members: A mixed-methods study

Background: Few church-based health interventions have evaluated the influence of neighborhood-level social determinants of health (SDOH) on adopting heart-healthy lifestyles; none has occurred in Louisiana. We aimed to characterize neighborhood-level SDOH that may influence the ability to adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle among Black community church members in New Orleans, LA. Methods: This mixed methods study used quantitative data (surveys) and qualitative data (focus groups) to explore SDOH at the neighborhood- and church-area- level, including factors related to the physical (e.g., walkability, accessibility to recreational facilities) and social (e.g., social cohesion, perceived safety) environments. Descriptive analyses were conducted for quantitative data. Qualitative data were coded and analyzed using grounded theory and thematic analysis. Results: Among survey respondents (n = 302, 77 % female, 99 % Black), most reported having walkable neighborhood sidewalks and high neighborhood social cohesion. Two-thirds did not feel violence was a problem in their neighborhood and felt safe walking, day, or night. Focus group participants (n = 27, 74 % female, 100 % Black) reported facilitators to heart-healthy living, including social support promoting physical activity, intentionality in growing, buying, and preparing produce, and the neighborhood-built environment. Reported barriers included: crime, the COVID-19 pandemic, individual-level factors limiting physical activity, and city-wide disparities influencing health. Participants discussed strategies to promote healthy living, centered around the theme of establishing and rebuilding community relationships. Conclusions: Future health interventions aimed at improving cardiovascular outcomes among church communities should continue to inquire about neighborhood-level SDOH and tailor interventions, as appropriate, to address barriers and leverage facilitators within these communities

INTA 2803: Global Citizenship Survey Discussion

Faculty and student discussion on Global Citiznship Survey for INTA 2083 - Meaning of Global Citizenship. Presented on December 4, 2013 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm in A French building room 104.Runtime: 37:03 minute