A new study reveals that college students contribute to an estimated 1,400 student deaths, 500,000 injuries, and 70,000 cases of sexual assault each year. The study proposes several strategies to prevent high-risk drinking, including increasing campus awareness campaigns, improving alcohol-free events, and providing counseling services.
SourceNIH/National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism·JournalJournal of Studies on Alcohol·DateApr 9, 2002
Female students place greater importance on attractive prices and destination image, while males prioritize partying and sexual opportunities. Researchers suggest targeted advertising and health education campaigns to attract both genders.
SourcePenn State·JournalJournal of Travel Research·DateFeb 4, 2002
Researchers at Ohio State University found that adults tend to interpret messages metaphorically, whereas children tend to take things literally. As people grow older, their ability to understand and use metaphors improves, reflecting cognitive and linguistic advancements.
SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Psycholinguistic Research·DateNov 28, 2001
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A new analysis found that self-esteem among college students has risen significantly over the past 25 years, yet there is no clear correlation with positive societal changes. Researchers question whether the self-esteem movement has actually done more harm than good.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalPersonality and Social Psychology Review·DateOct 15, 2001
A brief non-confrontational intervention program significantly reduced alcohol-related problems among high-risk college-age drinkers, with 43% of participants dropping out of the high-risk category. The program showed long-lasting effects over four years.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health·DateJul 31, 2001
The American Chemical Society is offering a $750,000 minority scholars program to support high school seniors and college students pursuing careers in chemistry. The program aims to provide renewable scholarships of up to $3,000 per academic year to attract qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.
A recent study found that students who effectively manage their time tend to have better grades, regardless of the number of study hours they put in. The research suggests that educators should reevaluate how they assess student efforts and consider changes to promote academic success.
SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of College Student Development·DateOct 25, 2000
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The American Chemical Society has awarded 35 Project SEED college scholarships to high school graduates from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The scholarships are for up to $5,000 and support students who complete a chemistry course and work at a science institute under the auspices of Project SEED.
College students are at risk of developing nicotine dependence due to the high prevalence of tobacco use, which includes smoking cigarettes and cigars. The study found that tobacco users also engage in other substance abuse behaviors, such as marijuana use and binge drinking.
SourceCenter for Advancing Health·JournalJAMA·DateAug 7, 2000
A new study found that underage college drinkers are more likely to drink in private settings and obtain alcohol inexpensively. Underage students also reported consuming more drinks per occasion and experiencing more alcohol-related problems compared to their older peers.
SourceCenter for Advancing Health·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·DateJun 18, 2000
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Chemist Slayton Evans Jr. of Chapel Hill has been honored by the American Chemical Society for opening new doors in science, especially chemistry, for minority high-school and college students. He was recognized for fostering programs and scholarships to encourage minority scholarship in his 25 years at the University of North Carolina.
A recent study by Johns Hopkins Medicine found that thinking of a favorite sexual fantasy can decrease pain perception. The study suggests that counterbalancing pain with a strong positive emotional response, such as those experienced during sexual fantasies, may be a simple and cost-free way to lessen pain in various situations.
According to Bruce W. Tuckman, frequent quizzes can significantly improve students' grades by reducing procrastination and increasing motivation. Students with low GPAs who received weekly quizzes outperformed their peers by an average of 4-24% on midterm and final exam grades.
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Research by Dr. Daniel B. Lee finds that elite colleges transmit cultural advantages from one generation to the next, including social skills and valuable networks. These advantages can lead to increased chances of joining the highest social stratum after graduation.
A new Ohio University study found that 10% of college students have sold their blood plasma for payments, often using the funds for nonessential goods. The study revealed that paid student donors come from higher-income families and are more likely to engage in unhealthy lifestyle practices.
SourceOhio University·JournalSociological Spectrum·DateJun 7, 1999
Elementary students at Christiansburg Elementary School are participating in a wildlife mapping program, recording animal sightings and sending data to the state. The project uses GPS technology and bird specimens from Virginia Tech's Museum of Natural History to teach students about conservation and habitat patterns.
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A study by Ohio State University found that MBA students perceive certain bargaining tactics as acceptable or unacceptable based on their individual characteristics. The research suggests that business professionals should prepare for negotiations by discussing ground rules and setting the right tone.
SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Business Ethics·DateSep 30, 1998
A new study found that the biggest factor in student cheating is the instructor, with tenured or tenure-track faculty reducing cheating. Professors can reduce cheating by offering multiple exam versions, giving verbal warnings, and using additional proctors, making students 25-13-11 percent less likely to cheat.
SourceOregon State University·JournalJournal of Economic Education·DateJul 6, 1998
The event brings together 60 elementary-age students from Dallas-area schools and 30 trained chemistry volunteers for an afternoon of hands-on WonderScience activities. The activities are linked to the National Science Education Standards, fostering long-term commitment to science literacy among young participants.
Professor Brian P. Butz's innovative expert system gathers information about students' learning patterns and adjusts questions to focus on areas of difficulty, presenting material in the most effective way for each student. The system has the potential to significantly improve academic outcomes for introductory and remedial classes.
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Alcohol abuse contributes to major causes of death among college-age persons. Raising the drinking age has saved 16,500 lives in traffic crashes since 1975. Comprehensive community interventions involving public officials, private citizens, and student participation can further reduce alcohol-related problems.
SourcePublic Health Reports·JournalPublic Health Reports·DateDec 23, 1997
A recent study by Stanford University researchers found that a typical college eating disorder prevention program was ineffective in preventing disordered behavior, and may even have triggered it. The program, which aimed to address both primary and secondary prevention, failed to motivate high-risk students to seek help and may have o...