Warren O. Forbes (Ph.D. 2023, Interdisciplinary Health Sciences - CSU San Bernardino) and Janet S. Dufek (Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences) recently published a paper titled, "The Influence of Induced Head Acceleration on Lower-Extremity Biomechanics during a Cutting Task," in the Biomedical Section of the journal Sensors. This paper examined…
David R. Gruber (Communication Studies) published "A Forum on Neurorhetorics: Conscious of the Past, Mindful of the Future" as lead author in the journal Rhetoric Society Quarterly. The forum brings together multiple scholars to evaluate the past twelve years of research at the intersection of neuroscience and rhetorical studies, suggesting…
David G. Schwartz (Ombuds) recently published a post on Informed Informality, his blog that considers people, organizations, conflict, and culture, among other things. The post starts with an embarrassing incident during his tenure as a casino security officer and concludes, he hopes, with some thoughts that might be of relevance to others. For…
Writer, poet, and tarot expert April Ursula Fox (Educational Psychology), with Las Vegas community partner Avantpop Bookstore & Publishing, were awarded a grant by the Black Mountain Institute to develop the STTAR - Storytelling with Tarot project. The project brings 13 writers together to create short stories using Tarot cards as the…
Dr. Noria Litaker's (History) book, Bedazzled Saints: Catacomb Relics in Early Modern Bavaria (University of Virginia Press) has been shortlisted for the Ecclesiastical History Society's 2024 Book Prize.  The prize recognizes the best first monograph on the history of Christianity published during the previous calendar year.  
Laura V. Martinez (Communication Studies), Ph.D., authored the article, "That's what makes somebody circus": The collaborative process of transforming the meaning of pain through discourse in circus organizations," in Circus: Arts, Life, and Sciences. The article explores how aerial acrobats collaboratively transform the meaning of…
Jason Flatt (Social and Behavioral Health) contributed to a story on "OurTime Dating Site Review in 2024," published by the National Council on Aging. Relationships can make a big impact on our overall well-being. Whether it's dating, intimacy, or companionship, social support can create enjoyment, relaxation, stimulation, and belonging. "…
Heather Dahl-Jacinto (Counselor Education, School Psychology, and Human Services) and Danica G. Hays (Education) recently published the article, “A Phenomenological Investigation of Counselors’ Perceived Preparedness With Suicidal Clients,” in the Journal of Mental Health Counseling.
Jennifer Vanderlaan (Nursing) published an article in Lamaze International titled, "Considerations for Developing Childbirth Education for High-Risk Pregnancies." This article explores the findings of a recent study and highlights the value of childbirth education. 

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