Showing papers by "Parkland College published in 2015"

Black men attending community colleges: examining an institutional approach toward equity

Abstract: Through an illustrative example of Together We Achieve at Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois, this chapter outlines an institutional approach for improving conditions for Black men on campus.

Occupational Burnout and the Causes, Predisposing Factors, Consequences, and Prevention Strategies

Abstract: Occupational burnout is a common dilemma for employees working in long term careers. It is characterized by exhaustion, cynicism, and lowered efficiency, and it progresses through three stages. Burnout is caused by the increase of demands and the loss of resources. Sleep impairment is also significantly associated with burnout, and also has been shown to hinder the recovery. Lack of balance between work and personal life, as well as perception of stressful events can lead to developing feelings of burnout. External regulation has been associated with a person being more susceptible to develop burnout. Other personal characteristics, such as inability to handle stress, pessimism, and frequently feeling fatigued can result in a person being more susceptible to burnout. Failing to address feelings of burnout properly can result in a variety of negative consequences in the workplace, home life, and personal health. Employees can prevent burnout by balancing their work lives with their personal lives, and keep up with their personal health. In the workplace, employees should reevaluate their goals regularly and prioritize their tasks into manageable lists. Being aware of the predisposition, causes, and symptoms of occupational burnout will help us to recognize and prevent it, and help employees to feel more motivated and accomplished in their careers. 3 OCCUPATIONAL BURNOUT Occupational Burnout and the Causes, Predisposing Factors, Consequences, and Prevention

Nitrates in karst systems: a comparison of a relatively unimpacted system to impacted systems

Abstract: Karst aquifers are highly susceptible to contamination because of the connection with surface water. Nitrate contamination is common; with most karst aquifers exhibiting some degree of impact. Horn Hollow Valley (HHV) in Carter County Kentucky is a karst aquifer system that appears to be minimally impacted by nitrate and chloride contamination. Sampling of the HHV area was conducted from June 2005 to November 2006. Nitrate as nitrogen (NO3-N) concentrations were between 0.13 to 1.54 mg/L; chloride concentrations ranged from 1.43 to 66.3 mg/L. Impact from anthropogenic sources are observed at 1 mg/L for NO3-N and 13 mg/L for chloride. Sources of nitrate are primarily soil organic matter and mineralized fertilizers. In addition to mineralized fertilizers, chloride appears to be contributed from road salts. Compared to waters from three other systems: the Mammoth Cave area, the southwestern Illinois sinkhole plain, and the Missouri Ozarks-Salem Plateau; waters from HHV exhibited lower concentrations of both NO3-Nand chloride. Waters from Mammoth Cave and the Missouri Ozarks tended to have higher NO3-N concentrations and similar chloride concentrations. Waters from southwestern Illinois had higher NO3-N concentrations and chloride concentrations. Overall, the karst aquifer of HHV appears to be a relatively pristine system, with minor human impacts.