The Implementation of The 14th Amendment During Reconstruction
Jack Swartzinski Barry Pyle, faculty mentor The 14th Amendment plays a vital role in defining the Reconstruction era, the American Civil Rights movement, and the creation of a national Bill of Rights. Yet, few ask a number of significant questions. What were the original intentions of the framers of the 14th Amendment? How did it influence the former States of the Confederacy? How did the Court apply the 14th Amendment during Reconstruction, and how did the end of Reconstruction influence the Court’s interpretation of it in the subsequent decades? While the 14th Amendment may have failed to bring about immediate change, ultimately, it fulfills the promise of Reconstruction and creates constitutional standards for the National Government to take aggressive action for the protection of civil liberties. Oral / Live Session C / 1:40 p.m.
Psychology Preliminary Results of a Survey Assessing Family Needs While Awaiting Autism Treatment
Jaimie Barr Adam Briggs, faculty mentor The purpose of this survey was to determine the (a) average amount of time a family typically spends on a waitlist prior to receiving behavioral treatment for autism, (b) types of services the family needs during this time, and (c) their preferred service modality. Results provide a preliminary summary of family needs and preference for services and supports while awaiting treatment. In addition, we recruited feedback from those who completed the survey to determine whether the content was presented clearly. We used this information to provide updates to the survey prior to distributing it to families throughout the state of Michigan. Survey outcomes and future directions are discussed. Poster / Live Session 2 / 11:45 a.m.
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