Five distinct generational cohorts, from the Silent Generation (born 1920s-1940s) to Generation Z (born 1996-2010s), are active in the workforce. These cohorts are defined by shared characteristics shaped by pivotal historical events influencing their worldviews and work behaviors. Each generation presents unique challenges due to differing…

Introduction: Societal stressors place a tremendous burden on individuals who identify with a sexual minority identity. While minority stress experienced by racial/ethnic minority groups has been linked to accelerated aging, this link has yet to be examined among sexual minority youth. This study explores whether sexual minority youth who indicate…

Thru-hiking, when an individual hikes the entire distance of an extended trail, is a growing pastime for adventure enthusiasts. Resilience, mental toughness, and motivation are facilitators for completion of ultra-endurance activities; however, there is little research on these constructs in thru-hikers. The current study examined experiences of…

Reclaiming healthcare stories can be a uniquely empowering way to teach English language arts (ELA)--especially for students of color, who are disproportionately likely to have personal or family stories of medical trauma. This article presents a way to use culturally and historically responsive literacy to empower high school students to use…

One in four children experience an adverse childhood stressor before reaching adulthood, and the prevalence of these stressors is even higher for children of color. Researchers have coined the terms "race-based traumatic stress" and "racial trauma" to specifically refer to the experiences of trauma associated with…

In this Reflection from the Field, I introduce the term "diagnostic spectrum" to characterize different practices by which school psychologists and independent psychiatrists 'diagnose' autism in special education. In New York City, I argue that departments of education entrench these differences, which challenges disadvantaged families…

Critical race theory (CRT) continues to push a hot button within education. In higher education, these discussions often center 4-year colleges and universities, leaving community colleges out of the conversation. On top of that, developmental mathematics remains a racialized impediment for students from minoritized backgrounds. In this article,…

Southeast Asian American (e.g., Hmong, Laotian, Cambodian, and Vietnamese; SEAA) community college students experience systemic inequities that affect their college success, resulting in lower educational attainment rates than the national average. Using an AsianCrit framework, and guided by the overarching research question, "What are the…

In appointing senior administrators, universities must contend with competing functional and aspirational social expectations. In recent times, such aspirational demands have gravitated around fair representation of equity-seeking groups, but in Canada, as in many jurisdictions, appointment data are neither collected nor reported, and progress…

Introduction: Biomedical science courses, including anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry, are challenging for many undergraduate nursing students. This study explored academic achievement in these subjects and the impact of student educational factors on performance among nursing students in Uganda. Methods: Analytical cross-sectional study of…

This study investigates the role of college major choices in labor market outcomes, with a focus on racial minorities and immigrants. Drawing upon research on school-to-work linkages, we examine two measures, "linkage" -- the connection between college majors and specific occupations in the labor market -- and "match" -- the…

Study abroad experiences often present significant challenges that can lead to stress and emotional upheaval among international students. In response, social media networks have emerged as vital tools for accessing social protection services in today's digital landscape. This study explores the role of social media in providing emotional,…

This paper explores the critical role that safe spaces, or 'Pride Groups', can play in developing ontological security and allyship within schools. Drawing on data collected from eight UK secondary schools and one college, the research evaluates the impact of these groups, using an innovative theoretical framework combining Meyer's minority stress…

Using an Indigenous qualitative research methodology and framework, I examine the relational space of Native women faculty members in higher education. Native faculty members are often underrepresented and rarely appreciated for the cultural teachings and knowledge they contribute within settler-colonial institutions. Nonetheless, Native faculty…

The US construction industry faces significant challenges in attracting Generation Z (Gen Z) workers. This paper presents a retrospective study investigating the factors influencing Gen Z undergraduate students, currently enrolled in construction programs, to pursue a career in construction. Currently enrolled students were surveyed to identify…