07/01/2021
Scott Dust article on ways to make hybrid work arrangements work
Fast Company, June 22 (subscription may be required)
07/01/2021
Miami ranks No. 4 among universities in state for best value
Cincinnati Business Courier, June 22 and WKRC Ch. 12, June 23 (subscription may be required)
07/01/2021
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Opening Minds through Art: A preliminary study evaluating the effects of a creative-expression program on persons living with dementia and their primary care partners
For people living with dementia and their care partners, a decline in the ability to effectively communicate can cause significant distress. However, in recent decades, the arts have emerged as an effective care modality in fostering communication and expression for those with declining verbal skills and memory loss. Opening Minds through Art (OMA) is a national initiative that empowers people living with dementia by facilitating creative expression and social engagement through art-making in partnership with trained college student volunteers. Research has demonstrated that participation in the program benefits quality of life for those living with dementia and also improves student attitudes toward dementia. To date, however, no research has involved primary care partners. This preliminary study suggests that a structured art-based activity appears to positively impact acute mood for patients and, importantly, decrease care partner burnout.
07/01/2021
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Dr. Leah Wasburn-Moses (EDP) among 2021 grant recipients for her project to foster reading.
Using art in an intergenerational program to improve students attitudes toward people with dementia
This study explored the effects of participating in an intergenerational service learning program called Opening Mind through Arts (OMA) on college studentsÂ’ attitudes toward people with dementia.
07/01/2021
Farmer School's AACSB accreditation extended
The Farmer School is pleased to announce the extension of its accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
06/30/2021
Headline Highlights: Miami and Miamians in the news in June
Our editors' picks for June provide a snapshot of recent news media coverage of Miamians in the news.
06/30/2021
Weekly Three 06/30/21
The Weekly Three posting from the Office of Institutional Diversity on June 30, 2021: DEI Implementation, Community Updates, and Celebrations and Recognition
06/30/2021
Scripps Gerontology Center study finds Ohio leads the nation in generating local funds to support in-home services for older people
A recent study funded by the RRF Foundation for Aging and conducted by Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University found Ohio leads the nation in expanding the availability of in-home services to older individuals through locally funded initiatives.
06/30/2021
The College of Creative Arts Celebrates the Career of MUAM Director
Miami University Art Museum Director, Dr. Robert S. Wicks, leaves a lasting legacy for the Miami community.