Factors Related to Engaging in Physical Activity: A Mixed Methods Study of Female University Students

Objective: As a needs assessment for intervention, quantitative and qualitative methods were used to examine attitude, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, intention, knowledge, and weight control status related to physical activity in female university students within the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). Methods: A two-phase mixed method design was used. In Phase I, 362 students participated in an online survey, and in Phase II, 33 students participated in five focus group discussions. Ages of participants ranged from 18 to 45 years old, with 18 - 25 year olds making up over 74% of the sample. Results: Attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control, along with weight control status of trying to lose weight, were found to be significant predictors of intention to follow physical activity recommendations, which in turn were the strongest predictor of physical activity. Knowledge was not found to be significant. Group discussions revealed barriers to meeting physical activity recommendations, which included lack of companionship and social support, lack of motivation, time and cost restrictions, and lack of privacy in the gym. Social norms exerted both positive and negative influences. Conclusion: The mixed method approach provided a deeper insight into the influential factors pertaining to physical activity among female students, and results could be used in further research to develop effective interventions.

Facilitators and Barriers to Cervical Cancer Screening among Female Undergraduate Students of Makerere University

There is a higher Human Papilloma Virus peak prevalence in younger women (18 - 25 years) of university age. The undergraduate university students are more at a risk of acquiring cervical cancer because they are at the stage of exploring which predisposes them to risky behavior like early sexual intercourse and multiple sexual partners among others. This creates a need for cervical cancer screening in the population. The facilitators and barriers to cervical cancer screening have been studied in the Ugandan general population but little is known among University students which this study is taking interest. Objective: This study is aimed at determining the facilitators, barriers and background factors associated to cervical cancer screening among female undergraduate students in Makerere University. Methods: Four hundred twenty-two (422) female undergraduate students of Makerere University who fit the eligibility criteria were recruited in this descriptive cross-sectional quantitative study. A self-administered semi structured questionnaire was administered to these participants chosen by convenient sampling. Data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 23 software and logistic regression models was used. Results: Less than a half of (21.1%) of the participants had ever screened for cervical cancer. At multivariate analysis, only year of study and married status were associated to cervical cancer screening with a P-values were of (0.015) and (0.001) with a (1.173 - 4.261) and (1.594 - 6.130) 95% CI respectively. The facilitators agreed upon by participants included: Access to free cervical cancer screening services, adequate knowledge about cervical cancer screening and advice from a friend, family or physician among others. The reported barriers to screening were fear of bad result, low risk perception and fear of embarrassment among others. Conclusions and Recommendations: Among the female undergraduate students of Makerere University, only 21.1% had screened for cervical cancer. Therefore, there is a critical need for university based cancer education campaign on cervical cancer and the benefits of screening. Screening services should be integrated into the existing university medical services.

Relationship between Taste Sensitivity and Eating Style in Japanese Female University Students

This study investigated the relationship between taste sensitivity, the frequency and the preference for eating foods rich in zinc, dietary habits, and restrained eating among Japanese female undergraduate students. Forty-three subjects be-tween the ages of 20 and 22 participated in this study. After a taste-sensitivity test for sweetness and saltiness the stu-dents completed a food list indicating the intake frequency and preference of foods rich in zinc and their eating habits. The students were divided into four groups: high salt-taste sensitivity (SA-HG), low salt-taste sensitivity (SA-LG), high sweet-taste sensitivity (SW-HG), and low sweet-taste sensitivity (SW-LG). Individuals in the SA-HG group ate more foods rich in zinc and were more concerned with their health than those in the SA-LG group. Further, the SW-LG group ate more convenience foods than the SW-HG group. High salt-taste sensitivity could be predicted by eating more but less preference of foods rich in zinc, less snacking, and greater regularity of meals. On the other hand there is a signifi-cant positive relationship between the frequencies of eating and preference for foods rich in zinc. This means the results were inconsistent, further research is needed to clarify this point.

Differences in Self-Assessment Regarding Eating Behaviors among Female University Students Living in Japan, Korea, and Austria

Objective: To investigate cross-cultural differences in self-assessments of eating behaviors of female university students who bear responsibility for their own eating behaviors and who will, in the future, likely determine a family’s eating style. Design: A cross-cultural comparison. Setting: Japan, South Korea, and Austria. Subjects: Female university students from Japan (n = 276), Korea (n = 103), and Austria (n = 127). The survey comprised a questionnaire containing ten sections about eating behaviors (eating habits, regular meal times, and frequency of food intake) and eating attitudes. Results: Eating behaviors and attitudes differed significantly among the three cultures. Japanese students practiced healthier eating behaviors than did Korean and Austrian students, on the basis of their variety of food intake and regular consumption of three meals, but rated themselves lower on healthy eating behaviors. Austrian students tended to have more independent attitudes toward eating and food preparation (e.g., “I want to eat only my favorite dishes”) than Japanese or Korean students. Conclusions: Effects of cultural differences in psychological processes, such as self-cognition, emotion, motivation, and values, on self-assessment of eating behaviors is suggested.

An Employment of English Reading Strategies by Chinese University Students

The increased strategy use is one of the factors that contribute to the success of English reading comprehension. In addition, strategic reading is significant for a reader to construct meaning effectively from written texts. The study aimed to examine the frequency of the employment of reading strategies by 1,368 Chinese university students in Southwest China; and the relationship between students＇ employment of reading strategies and their genders. The data were collected through the questionnaire and analyzed quantitatively through the ANOVA （Analysis of Variance） and the chi-square tests in terms of examining the significant variation. The results revealed that the frequency of the participants＇ overall reading strategy use fell into the moderate use; the significant differences were found in relation to the students＇ genders. The pedagogical implications in relation to the particular research findings were given at the end of the paper.

The Integration of Ideological and Political Education in Colleges and Universities and Employment of College Students

In recent years,major universities of our country constantly expand enrollment,the number of students in colleges and universities are also constantly increasing,but the posts are still limited,this virtually increases the employment pressure of college students.ln order to ease the employment pressure of college students,the government has taken various measures,the most important thing is to strengthen the college education.Through the study of the relationship between ideological and political education in colleges and universities and employment of college students,this paper analyzes the problems of the integration of ideological and political education in colleges and universities and employment of college students,finally, according to the existing problems to take corresponding countermeasures,so as to alleviate the employment problems of the major colleges and universities.

Exploration and Research on Employment Guidance System in Universities from the Perspective of Artificial Intelligence

In the context of the era of continuous development of artificial intelligence, the labor value of university students is impacted by technological substitution. Simultaneously, university students are also required to constantly update their skills. All of the above will be the challenge of university students’ employment prospects. However, artificial intelligence will also bring new opportunities, which will stimulate the innovation ability of university students and bring new directions for employment. In order to better cope with the possible impact of artificial intelligence, universities should incorporate employment guidance services into the “three-wide education” system. To achieve this, universities need to take the following measures: developing the dynamic monitoring system of university employment based on big data, constructing the employment guidance curriculum system of university students throughout the whole process, updating the mode of diversified employment guidance service as well as establishing a team of employment guidance teachers keeping pace with the times. These measures aim to better adapt to the job market demands in the context of artificial intelligence, guide students to actively respond to the possible impact of artificial intelligence technology, cultivate their core competencies and qualities that are less likely to be replaced by artificial intelligence, and promote the high-quality employment of university students.

Teachers Are Key Factors of Universities Peking Female Higher Normal College 1917-1922

The successful experiences that cause Peking Female Higher Normal College （PKFHNC） to complete a relatively large scale of talents training task and become the birthplace of modern female intellectuals in early 20th century China in spite of disorder of social circumstance outside and regular educational system inside are as follows. First, with the endeavor of Chen Zhongfan, Dean of Chinese Department, PKFHNC gathered lots of leading scholars both from old school and new school during May Fourth Movement; second, these leading scholars＇ diversified academic thoughts, political ideas, and educational experiences encouraged students to think freely and critically; finally, their deep concerns about the future of China society, academic disciplines, and women＇s liberation and education caused all superficial changes and differences of PKFHNC to form an united spiritual power, which promoted this group of female students＇ development deeply.

Empowered Stakeholders: Female University Students’ Leadership During the COVID-19-Triggered On-campus Evictions in Canada and the United States

The study of disaster-specific leadership of female university students has been largely neglected,especially during on-campus emergency eviction and evacuation.Based on the COVID-19-triggered,on-campus evictions across Canada and the United States,this cross-national partnership examined the out-of-province/state and international female university students’leadership during the entire eviction process.Through in-depth interviews,this study revealed the female university students’leadership behaviors during three stages:(1)pre-eviction:their self-preparedness formed an emotional foundation to support others;(2)peri-eviction:their attitude and leadership behavior enabled them to facilitate(psychologically and physically)their peers’eviction process;and(3)post-eviction:they continued to support their peers virtually and raised the general public’s awareness regarding the plight of vulnerable and marginalized populations.This article argues that the female university students’leadership that emerged during the eviction process became complementary to and even augmented the universities’official efforts and beyond.This leadership represents empirical evidence that contributes to the existing literature on gender and leadership by demonstrating female youth as empowered stakeholders rather than as merely passive victims.Future studies could develop detailed stratification of gender and age dimensions in order to portray a more comprehensive picture of the younger generation’s leadership in hazards and disaster research and practice.

地方高校大学生就业质量测度及其提升路径

解决大学生高质量充分就业的难点在于提升地方高校大学生就业质量。构建就业质量指标体系和测度模型是研究就业质量的基础。基于宏观数据及本地区地方高校调查数据,测度毕业生就业质量,结果表明:地方高校与非地方高校毕业生就业质量差距较大;男生比女生就业质量更高;高学历的就业质量显著更高;校园招聘的方式越来越成为提高就业质量的重要方式;党员就业质量在某些方面要高于非党员就业质量;沿海并不比本地就业质量更高。据此,提出了重视校园招聘平台、充分挖掘高校在本地资源,适度拓展家庭资源等地方高校大学生就业质量提升路径。

面向大学生就业的数字素养教育研究

数字素养的提升在提高大学生就业竞争力、解决大学生就业问题方面有着积极的促进作用。阐述了数字素养对大学生就业的重要意义,分析了当前大学生数字素养教育存在的问题,从发挥高校引导作用、加强数字素养课程建设、发挥图书馆数字服务主阵地作用3个方面提出了大学生数字素养教育的提升路径,以期促进大学生就业质量的提升。

女大学生创新创业意愿及影响因素调查分析——以 X大学为样本的调查

女性是全民创业万众创新的重要力量。女性创新创业意愿直接影响国家创新创业政策的实施效果。女大学生是女性群体中极具活力的部分。为了更好地了解女大学生创新创业意愿及影响因素,本文以X大学为调查对象展开研究。调研发现,与男大学生相比,女大学生创新意愿偏高,创业意愿偏低。研修学习、行为态度以及实践应用等因素均与女大学生创新创业意愿具有显著相关性。调查得知,女大学生创新创业意愿现状主要归因于自信心不足、信息共享渠道不畅、资金支持有限及参与实效偏低等。为此应当持续关注原动力,增强女大学生的创新创业自信心;持续畅通渠道,提升女大学生创新创业信息获取质效;持续助力清障,加大为女大学生创新创业提供资金支持力度;持续推进实效,提高女大学生创新创业行动力。

增强大学生职业生涯规划与就业指导工作实效性的策略研究

通过构建“四维一体”职业生涯规划与就业全方位教育指导工作体系,建立高校大学生职业生涯规划与就业指导工作的帮扶长效机制,提升就业指导服务工作的精致化、科学化、专业化水平,切实增强大学生职业生涯规划与就业指导工作实效性。

文凭筛选视域下我国大学生就业问题的理性思考

作为教育的符号象征物,高等教育文凭是大学毕业生劳动能力的一种信号标识,且用人单位时常以该信号标识来推测大学生求职个体与工作岗位之间的适配度。随着高等教育普及化时代的到来,大学生就业问题愈发严峻,加之文凭筛选信号的部分“失灵”,高等教育文凭与大学生就业之间的关系再次引人注目。文章通过分析高等教育文凭的筛选假设及其实然作用边界,揭示由此引发的一系列现实问题,从微观层面理性辨别高等教育文凭对大学生就业的作用,以期为大学生就业问题的纾解提供些许思考。

Fairness in Admission:Voices from Rural Chinese Female Students in Selective Universities in Chinese Mainland

As the Chinese mainland has transitioned from elite to mass higher education,the race to attend university has escalated to become a race to attend selective universities.This study focuses on rural female university students and explores how they make sense of their higher education admission experiences.We rationalize that the inquiry into fairness is crystallized through examining rural female students’voices,which remain largely marginalized from the literature.Drawing from in-depth interviews with 22 rural female undergraduates from five selective universities in northern China,we focus on their perspectives towards three key issues in higher education admission:entrance exams,region-based quotas that put them at distinct disadvantages,and new reform initiatives.

以就业为导向的中医院校学生综合素质培养模式研究

以就业为导向加强高等中医院校学生综合素质培养是高等教育的本质,也是中医药人才培养的核心要求。近年来,由于受疫情因素、家庭方面、学校方面、社会方面等影响,以就业为导向的中医院校学生综合素质培养过程中存在职业规划课程单一、课程理论脱离实践、学生面试表达能力弱和用人单位过度重视学历等问题。需增强教师综合素质教育的意识和自觉、优化中医院校综合素质的培养方式、科学设立人文素养方面的课程体系及加强中医院校的校园文化建设,以此完善中医院校学生培养和就业促进机制,进一步加强中医院校学生的综合素质提升。

高校就业服务对大学生就业能力的提升效果研究

为探讨高校就业服务对大学生就业能力提升的效果,通过问卷调查收集并分析了指导培训、实习实践、提升效果与就业信息4个维度的数据。研究结果表明,大学生普遍认可高校就业服务的质量,尤其认可指导培训与实习实践方面;高年级学生在各层面的评价均高于低年级学生,学生性别在各层面的评分差异不显著;指导培训与实习实践两个层面的服务在0.01的显著性水平上对大学生就业能力的提升效果有显著影响,而就业信息对其的影响并不显著。加强指导培训与实习实践的投入、优化就业信息的传递与使用方式、设计分层次、多样化的就业服务项目等改进建议可以为高校改进与优化就业服务策略提供参考。

新质生产力与高校就业指导高质量发展:耦合逻辑与实践路径

新质生产力是以科技创新为核心驱动,以战略性新兴产业和未来产业等“新业态”为主要场域,推动实现高质量发展和中国式现代化的生产力。人才是新质生产力的重要智力来源,而高校就业指导工作是人才培养的重要环节,二者在现实和理论上具有耦合性。通过服务于新质生产力的战略创新,高校就业指导体系应培育符合时代需求的就业观念,培训适应新质生产力的就业竞争力,构建可持续发展的就业生态,推动大学生充分就业。

基于用户兴趣模型的大学生就业信息推荐方法

为提高推荐就业信息与大学生偏好就业信息的匹配程度,文章将个体就业需求作为前提条件,设计一种基于用户兴趣模型的大学生就业信息推荐方法。首先,利用兴趣模型中的关联规则,对高校提供的就业信息中兴趣特征点进行匹配;其次,在既定的分类规则下,根据就业文本信息的内容对其进行类别划分;最后,根据用户浏览高校就业信息、在就业招聘界面的停留时间等,针对大学生偏好进行计算。对比实验结果表明:本文中设计的推荐方法应用效果良好,按照规范使用该方法进行大学生就业信息推荐,能够增加推荐就业信息与大学生偏好就业信息的匹配程度,为大学生提供更加优质的就业服务,提高大学生就业质量。

某高校女生4326例妇科疾病发病情况调查分析

目的了解高校女生妇科疾病的发病情况,制定预防及治疗措施,并开展有针对性的生殖健康教育。方法收集2018年1月至2022年12月某高校校医院妇科门诊就诊的4326例在校女生病历资料,从年龄段、性行为、发病年份对疾病发病率进行分析总结。结果在校女生的妇科疾病发病率前三位由高到低依次为月经失调(47.13%)、妇科炎症(33.66%)、痛经(26.61%)。17~20岁人群月经失调、痛经占比较高(分别为37.37%和30.67%),31~35岁人群月经失调、痛经占比最低(分别为12.70%和11.03%)。有性行为人群的妇科炎症发病率占比较高(87.91%)。人乳头瘤病毒(HPV)感染人数呈逐年增加趋势。结论高校须加强在校女生全面系统的生殖健康教育,同时针对不同年龄段的生理特点开展个性化的健康教育,使在校女生的自我保健意识增强,从而保障她们的身心健康。