Charter schools are continuing to marginalize a group of students—students with disabilities. Pardoned from many state regulations, charter schools appear to have difficulty executing their responsibilities around special education (Center for Law and . . .

Ethnic Studies has emerged as highly impactful for bolstering academic expectations and outcomes for students of color in K-12 education. In 2018, Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) implemented a mandatory elective ninth-grade Ethnic Studies cours . . .

There is a plethora of literature regarding the disproportionately high number of African American male youth placed in special education in K-12 public schooling. However, the same population is both underrepresented and under researched in public hi . . .

The study was a researched-based examination focused on the impact of social and emotional (SEL) curriculums on student well-being and educators’ perception of an SEL curriculum. The mixed-methods study utilized the CASEL framework and Caring Schools . . .

As digital information continues to become part of everyday consumption, an increasing number of people accessing information through the Internet. However, a large number of people still may not have access to the Internet or digital technologies tha . . .

Although African American students have similar aspirations as their peers to earn a college degree, they remain under-represented in college enrollment (Holland, 2016). Utilizing Yosso’s (2005) community cultural wealth model, this study explored . . .

The purpose of this study was to examine how membership in one of the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sororities impacted California first-generation college students. The researcher utilized a mixed-methods approach with a document analysis, st . . .

This mixed-methods research study examined the predictive value of student support services, including co-requisite support, tutorial, academic counseling, disability services, and Freshman Year Experience on the completion of freshman English and re- . . .

This study investigated the perceptions residence life professionals and police officers have of the other professional. Specifically, this study investigated the frequency that the two departments interact with one another, if they consider the curr . . .

College degree programs in prison are experiencing a national resurgence in part due to the limited return of Pell Grant eligibility for incarcerated students in 2015. Previous research on the benefits of prison education utilized a deficit lens on . . .

The California Community College (CCC) system is required to recommend students into English and Math courses eligible for transfer credit as a result of the California Assembly’s Committee on Higher Education AB705 (California Education Code, 2017a), . . .

This dissertation identified components of online course design that students noted helped them engage in self-regulating behaviors. The study utilized a qualitative grounded theory methodology and employed a think-aloud method for observations. A . . .

First-generation college students make up more than one-third of the California State University population, but more than 23% drop out in the first year. Yet little is known about their first-year experiences. Most institutions rely on the National . . .

This dissertation examines the implementation of a curricular intervention for directly addressing oppressive practices in the American public education system by implementing inclusive, culturally relevant curriculum content based in Black feminist p . . .

The passage of Senate Bill 1440 was meant to strengthen the pipeline from a California Community College to a California State University. This study analyzed how AS-T in Business Administration earners and non-AS-T in Business Administration earners . . .

The decision on where to educate students with disabilities (SWD) has been and continues to be a debated topic. While the approach to special education has changed with the Disabilities Studies which pushes for inclusive practices, the continuum of sp . . .

Purpose/Hypothesis: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by a decline of both motor and non-motor features. Patients with PD demonstrate asymmetries in postural control and difficulties in the maneuver of sit t . . .

Educational attainment is not readily available to the fastest-growing minority in the United States: Mexican-Americans and their successive generations. Generational differences in educational achievement are apparent, as Mexican-Americans show limit . . .

There is a significant achievement gap for students in foster care, evidenced by low academic performance, high rates of absenteeism and disciplinary referrals, and an overrepresentation in special education programs. Research indicates that the diffi . . .

The purpose of this study was to determine whether Sonoma State University (SSU) undergraduate students who visit career services manifest significant differences in levels of persistence, or different persistence rates than students who choose not to . . .

“The more things change, the more they stay the same.” Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr Dissatisfaction with the current state of the nation’s public schools continues to reveal itself through repeated efforts to transform the traditional, long-standing . . .

Underrepresentation of African-American males as grade level rises is a major concern in education (Duggins & Acosta, 2017; Howard, 2010; Husband, 2012; Tatum, 2006; Washington, Patton-Terry, & Siedenberg, 2013). Prior studies have placed the blame on . . .

This study focused on the policy impact of SB 1456 (2012) on students enrolled in rural community colleges in California. SB 1456 (2012) was signed into law with the intent to increase student success rates that ultimately resulted in the completion o . . .

Continuation high schools serve students for multiple reasons. Among them are low credit attainment, excessive absences, probation status, and discipline problems. Students in these programs often have many educational gaps. In the state of California . . .

This study focused on both the voice and experience of successful Black students in higher education as well as the factors, both internal and institutional that they perceive as contributors to their success. This research is important because while . . .

Much research and critical analyses have been done concerning Geoffrey Chaucer’s poem, The Canterbury Tales. The various characters in this work have been examined thoroughly and the mechanics of the poem have been scrutinized and dissected mercilessl . . .

Educators and policymakers envision high school mathematics as vital in the pursuit of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) professions and a way to cultivate a deep appreciation of mathematics in society. With two such significant . . .

Arab American youth are a complex and diverse population in America who are often misunderstood, misclassified and misrepresented. These youth face a socio-political climate in the United States that has painted the Arab culture in a negative light. T . . .

Background: Individuals suffering from Parkinson’s disease (PD) suffer from motor deficits resulting in slow gait speed. Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) has been proposed as an alternative treatment for PD that may have an effect o . . .

The purpose of this study was to identify ways in which schools can create spaces and partnerships for African American parental engagement in order to actively participate in the education of African American children in predominately Latinx schools. . . .

The main purpose of this study was to identify the key factors that assist administrators with the implementation of LCAP initiatives by analyzing the successful support systems, challenges and barriers, and equitable practices as they relate to LCAP . . .

This study explored the cultural, personal, and professional experiences of six Latino elementary principals in three California school districts. By identifying their experiences, supports, and challenges before and after attaining the principalship, . . .

This phenomenological research study explored the perceptions and lived experiences of African-American administrators related to the underrepresentation of African-American males in district leadership and principal positions. The study was guided by . . .

Enrollment of English language learners (ELLs) in United States schools has increased more rapidly than general enrollment, resulting in an urgent need for teachers to be prepared to meet the needs of ELLs in their classrooms. The purpose of this qual . . .

This multiple case study examined the mentoring supports provided to induction candidate teachers during their first four-month Induction Learning Plan (ILP) Cycle of New Teacher Induction. Although studies (e.g., Darling-Hammond, 2002, 2016; Richte . . .

This qualitative, single-case study highlights the significance of holistic education in high schools. The purpose of the study was to examine how a high school with a holistic approach that emphasizes educating the whole child is experienced from the . . .

With the diversification of the U.S. public education system, an effort to recruit and retain teachers of color who reflect the racial, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of students has been underway. This study specifically focused on Latinx teach . . .

The U.S. Department of Education identified Universal Design for Learning as a scientifically based educational framework that supports the variability of students’ instructional needs in the 2004 Individuals with Disabilities Act, Every Student Succe . . .

Background: Perineal injury occurs in 85% of all women who experience a vaginal delivery.1 Research has suggested that prenatal perineal massage can reduce the risk of perineal trauma. The purpose of this meta-analysis is to determine if perineal mass . . .

California has the fastest-growing Dual Language Learner (DLL) population. To address the opportunity gap, DLL children are enrolled in preschool. Unfortunately, early childhood educators have not been adequately prepared to provide high quality instr . . .

As leadership seeks alternative funding sources to execute critical infrastructure and capital projects, public colleges and universities are turning to public-private partnerships (P3 projects) as a solution. Initially, higher education P3 projects w . . .

The purpose of this study was to understand belonging in digital spaces through the experience of 15 college students. Using a qualitative photovoice methodology, participants collected screenshots of content while scrolling that made them “pause” for . . .

For decades, schools have tried to be efficient in responding to students’ disruptive behavior and maintaining the safety of a campus. School administrators have utilized exclusionary disciplinary practices such as out of school suspensions and expuls . . .

Basketball leads as the most popular team sport for adolescents aged 12 to 17 years.1 Due to the high physical demands of the sport, lower extremity injuries are common in high school female basketball players.2,3 Current research provides compelling . . .

Background: Dry needling is a relatively newer, partially invasive treatment for myofascial temporomandibular disorder. This meta-analysis compares dry needling with manual therapy and therapeutic exercise in improving maximal mouth opening in patient . . .

Objectives: To examine the effects of glenohumeral joint mobilization interventions on pain and ROM in patients with adhesive capsulitis compared to intraarticular corticosteroid injections. Methods: Studies comparing glenohumeral joint mobilizat . . .

Approximately 46.6 million adults suffer from a mental illness in the United States.1,2 Students have up to a 32% chance of developing a common psychiatric disorder, with graduate students having higher levels compared to undergraduates.3,4,5 Stress h . . .

Purpose: The purpose of this meta-analysis was to investigate the effectiveness of ambulant myofeedback training in the treatment of WRUEDs among office workers ages 18-62 years old and of either gender. Hypothesis: The hypothesis of this meta-analy . . .

Objective: To determine the effects of a novel 6-week, standardized, group-based plyometric training program on force generating potential of knee extensors, hip abductors, and hip extensors and reactive strength as measured by the reactive strength i . . .

Purpose: This meta-analysis studied the efficacy of Whole Body Vibration (WBV) used with resistance training in improving the functional mobility of individuals with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis or having undergone total knee arthroplasty. Met . . .

Purpose: Falls are a significant burden on the health care system because of their high prevalence, economic cost, and functional decline. Older adults are more susceptible to falls because the natural aging increases risk factors associated with fall . . .

Purpose: Falls are a significant health concern for older adults in the United States due to their prevalence, mortality risk, and cost. Tai Chi has been commonly studied for its effect on improving function and reducing the incidence of falls in olde . . .

Many K-12 and higher educational establishments in the Central Valley of California are Hmong-serving institutions. The Central Valley has been the new home to thousands of Hmong refugees who arrived in the United States (U.S.) after the Secret War. H . . .

There is little information on the population of student-athletes who are admitted through a special admission process as compared to regularly admitted student-athletes. Understanding the similarities and differences between these two groups could pr . . .

Like many institutions of higher education, California State University leaders seek to identify key student persistence and success factors that will have the greatest impact. CSU Graduation Initiative 2025 (GI2025) emphasizes a commitment to improvi . . .

Patient education is a vital nursing responsibility clearly outlined in the scope and standards of nursing (American Nurses Association, 2015). Patient education results in an increase in patients’ knowledge of their treatment, including adverse effe . . .

This explanatory case study investigated and analyzed how the implementation of Cultural Proficiency concepts at a California public high school, comprised of a majority-minority Latino/a population, changed the organizational culture. The study focus . . .

The purpose of this autoethnographic study was to examine academic aspirations and life experiences of Latino youth in and affiliated with gangs in Central California. For the reason that Bulldog, Norteño (Northerner), and Sureño (Southerner) gang mem . . .

After decades of research, there is still no single definition for powerful, high-yield professional development. However, research suggests that within a job-embedded professional development model, seven essential elements can result in success. Ins . . .

Background: Forced use therapy utilizes principles of neuroplasticity to combat learned nonuse of the hemiparetic upper extremity (UE). Modified constraint-induced movement therapy (mCIMT) and bimanual training are forced use therapies that aim to act . . .

This multiple-case research study examined self-efficacy beliefs of community college automotive technology instructors, and what contributes to those beliefs. In the next decade, the United States is projected to need an increased number of automotiv . . .

Approximately 116 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, affecting more people than heart disease, diabetes, and cancer combined.2 A pharmaceutical option for controlling pain include opioids; however, according to the CDC, approximately 68% of d . . .

Purpose: The purpose of this meta-analysis is to examine the effects of resistance exercise (RE) compared to weight-bearing aerobic exercise (WBAE) on bone mineral density (BMD), fall risk, and quality of life (QOL) in postmenopausal women with low bo . . .

Background: Approximately 1.6 to 3.8 million concussions a year are sports-related concussions. However, a majority are unreported or do not get medical attention. Concussions can lead to increased functional impairments, long-term neurological defici . . .

The purpose of this study was to explore how campus internationalization efforts in higher education impact student learning through the lens of the student’s perspective and experience. Grounded in transformative learning theory and guided by a mixed . . .

Purpose: Falls are a common cause of injury in community dwelling older adults. Risk factors include decreased muscle strength, balance, and neurocognitive disorders such as Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). MCI is considered the preclinical stage betw . . .

Whole body vibration has been and intervention that has been gaining popularity as a physical therapy intervention. Children with cerebral palsy can have multiple limitation due to spasticity leading to secondary impairments. Articles within this meta . . .

Background: Shoulder pain has a high lifetime prevalence in the general population, and one of the most common underlying mechanisms is subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS). Exercise therapy (ET) has been shown to be effective in the treatment of S . . .

This qualitative research study explored the gendered and racialized experiences of women of color serving within senior educational leadership positions and the ways they are disrupting organizational and gendered norms. As such, this inquiry sought . . .

Background: A partially invasive treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), before considering surgery, is corticosteroid injection (CsI). Other non-invasive, conservative treatments for CTS that this meta-analysis compares with CsI include th . . .

This dissertation examined how commuter students from Hispanic Serving Institutions build a sense of belonging, and how, if at all, technology plays a role in this cultivation. This study used a qualitative approach to create a grounded theoretical fr . . .

Background: Posterior ankle impingement is categorized as pain from excessive plantar flexion greater than 90 degrees. Ballet dancers are the highest sport population to be affected accounting for 62% of dance ankle injuries. Due to limited researc . . .

Objective: The purpose of this meta-analysis is to determine if functional electrical stimulation-lower extremity cycling ergometric (FES-LCE) has beneficial effects on muscle atrophy and body composition in chronic spinal cord injury (SCI) persons. I . . .

Background: The number of concussions has continued to rise over the last decade due to an increase in awareness and activity participation. The Concussion Balance Test (COBALT) has a higher sensitive when compared to other traditional tests that was . . .

With the high incidence rates of sport related concussion across sports and levels of play, appropriate management of concussions in athletics has become a paramount concern. There is no current gold standard for concussion diagnosis, and the effect . . .

Practitioners need to feel confident in their knowledge and understanding of the natural world, have a sense of connectedness to the environment around them, and be comfortable in their ability to effectively implement environmental education (EE) cur . . .

The purpose of this study was to understand how teens and young adults negotiate space in public libraries and explore how their relationship to the space impacts their sense of belonging in the library space. This study used a design thinking framewo . . .

The study analyzed Health Career Opportunity Program’s (HCOP) influence on students’ career aspirations toward health care professions. Students who have participated in a health career pipeline program at a university in the San Joaquin Valley were i . . .

Background: Every year, more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke.1 Reduced mobility, secondary to unilateral motor and sensory deficits, are seen in more than half of stroke survivors age 65 and over.1 As a result, hemiparesis is t . . .

This study compared charter schools and traditional public schools in Fresno, Kings, Madera, and Tulare counties to determine whether there were meaningful differences in demographics and academic outcomes between the two types of public schools. It a . . .

This study explored women kinesiologists’ perspectives on the underrepresentation of women in leadership positions of kinesiology in California. Studies on women in leadership suggest that stereotyping and gender bias may limit opportunities for women . . .

Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) challenge our nation’s dominant Black-White racial paradigm. With varied ethnic, socioeconomic, and historical backgrounds, AAPIs do not align neatly with this simplistic, bimodal model. The lack of resear . . .

Stress-related mental health disorders are common amongst graduate students and can contribute to negative physiological and psychological outcomes including delayed academic success, sleep problems, and increased risk for cardiovascular disease. High . . .

For over a century, community colleges have provided open access to higher education opportunities for all, increasingly serving non-traditional and more diverse students. Recently, they have received recognition for the vital role they have played i . . .

The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine and understand how female Muslim college students who choose to embrace their Islamic identity while in college receive support. The data for this qualitative research study has been collected throu . . .

Research studies have shown that parent participation in students’ educational careers increases their academic achievement (Benitez, 2011; Bunijevac & Durisic, 2017; Cooper, Patall, & Robinson, 2008; Guzman, Murphey, & Torres, 2014; McQuiggan & Megra . . .

The purpose of this study was to analyze and understand principals’ perceptions of their leadership characteristics that impact school climate in selected public schools. The qualitative method used in this study was originated from a constructivist g . . .

Historically in the United Studies, upward transfer has been one of the primary missions of community colleges (Bailey, Jaggars, & Jenkins, 2015; Cohen, Brawer, & ERIC, 1987; de la Torres, 2014; Handel, 2014; Neault & Piland, 2014; Rifkin & ERIC, 1998 . . .

The purpose of this qualitative case study is to establish if there is a need or validity in creating a policy to impose a mandated first-year seminar course for all incoming Bakersfield College freshmen during their first semester. The need for the p . . .

This qualitative research study explored factors impacting African American male principals working the in Central Valley of California. Via the theoretical framework of Critical Race Theory (CRT), this study utilized the voices of every African Ameri . . .

This qualitative case-study examined a workshop where academically or socially struggling middle school math intervention students taught university students. The theoretical framework included critical pedagogy and the instructional core to explore h . . .