This project is a 4 episode podcast on what the healthcare system and society can do to help reduce stigma and help prevent childhood obesity as well as be an educational tool for parents on what childhood obesity is. The first episode, also known as my introduction episode, ended up being about 15 minutes in length. This is where I introduced the idea of childhood obesity and what the Inspire program is. This episode is where a lot of my literature review information came into play. Next, I interviewed Dr. Ron Tuckman who is a pediatric primary care physician and the Director of the Inspire Program at Northern Arizona Healthcare. This Episode is about 25 minutes in length and provides a lot of information on what obesity is, what causes it, how we can prevent it, and can we make kids feel safer in the healthcare so they will want to get treated. For the next episode, I interviewed nurse practitioner Sherry Walka and she is the primary nurse practitioner for the Inspire program. This episode was about 30 minutes in length and She really took us into a bigger look into what the inspire program is and how they go about diagnosing and treating childhood obesity. Then to tie it all off I have a summary episode which ended up being about 5 minutes in length. This episode discusses the similarities and differences between the two interviews and what the healthcare system and society can do to help childhood obesity.

This paper analyzes the factors that contribute to suicide using current literature, statistics, and research towards what affects suicidal tendencies. It was found that there are 5 main factors that contribute towards these tendencies: economics, social factors, geography, politics, and biology. Additionally, some of these factors included subcategories of factors and/or were connected to the other factors mentioned. It was concluded that there is not just one factor that may contribute to someone taking their own life, however a combination of different factors that may influence suicidal tendencies.

The Human Chain: Exploring Poetry and Public Service is an anthology of collected poems that present the relationship between poetry and the concept of public service. Through academic and literary exploration, the main ties between the two concepts were identified as (1) loss, (2) community, (3) advocacy, (4) appreciation and (5) inspiration. The collection uses poetry to exemplify these thematic ties. The results of this project could be used to strengthen the relationship between the written word and organized volunteerism. There are many real-world applications of this literary exploration and is a vitally important relationship to delve into.

Though horse racing holds enduring significance in the United States, it faces challenges related to safety, integrity, and animal welfare. Recent initiatives like the enactment of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA) in 2020 aim to establish uniform regulatory oversight and counteract the problems the industry faces. This thesis explores the horse racing industry, delving into its historical evolution, contemporary landscape, and the regulatory framework that governs it. Through a comprehensive literature review encompassing historical, contemporary, quantitative, and qualitative perspectives, along with insights gathered from conversations with industry insiders and firsthand experiences at a local racetrack, this research addresses key questions regarding the industry's current state, government responsibility for ensuring safety and ethical practices, and the direction in which the industry is headed. It advocates for the humane treatment of racehorses and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing their well-being. By advocating for transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct, the industry can thrive while aligning with societal expectations.