Admission Process Research Articles

Increased Wound Prevalence in those Exposed to Xylazine and Fentanyl Compared to Those Exposed to Fentanyl: An Observational Study.

The aim of this study is to determine the difference, if any, in prevalence of wounds in individuals who were exposed to xylazine and fentanyl compared to individuals who were exposed to fentanyl and not xylazine. A large inpatient substance use disorder specialty hospital provided medical records over an 8-month period from July 2023 to February 2024. Individuals were admitted to an American Society of Addiction Medicine 3.7 level of care where a urine drug screen and skin assessment was conducted on admission. If the urine screen noted a presence of fentanyl, the sample was then tested for xylazine exposure. Patients were considered positive for wounds on admission to treatment if any wound was noted during the skin assessment during the admission process. A total of 282 medical records were identified. A chi square test of association was completed and revealed a statistically significant association between xylazine exposure and wounds (P = 0.002, odds ratio = 2.420, 95% confidence interval = 1.376-4.254). This study provides early support for the previously theorized connection between xylazine exposure and wounds.

Analysis of New Student Admission Application for Bina Warga High School in Palembang

The manual admission process at Bina Warga 2 High School Palembang poses significant challenges, including inefficiencies in registration, limited accessibility for prospective students, and increased administrative workload. To address these issues, this study analyses the requirements for an online student admission system designed to streamline registration, facilitate efficient report generation, and serve as a promotional platform for the school. By adopting the Prototyping method for system development, the process ensures active collaboration between developers and stakeholders, enabling iterative refinement based on user feedback. The proposed system eliminates the need for prospective students to visit the school physically, thereby enhancing accessibility and scalability. Furthermore, it automates administrative tasks, reducing manual effort and improving overall efficiency. This analysis highlights the potential of an online admission system to transform the registration process, expand the school’s outreach, and establish a robust digital presence for future growth.

EduAssist: Chatbot for Student Admission Queries

Across engineering institutes, inquiries from students and parents surge during the admission period, covering topics like admissions processes, eligibility, college details, fees, curriculums, scholarships, and placements. Current methods like calls, emails, and visits are inefficient, leading to delays and higher workloads for staff. An AI-powered chatbot using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and NLP offers a solution by providing 24/7 instant, accurate, and personalized responses in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and regional languages. It automates answers to common questions, enhancing access to key information, easing staff workload, and improving the overall user experience.

Initial teacher education under new school development: False policy promises and their implications

The influence of educational reforms on teachers is scarcely investigated. This study, therefore, explored the implications of the secondary education expansion policy in Tanzania for the teaching profession. A qualitative case study approach was adopted to gain a better understanding of the phenomena under exploration. Focus group discussions, one-to-one interviews, and document analysis were used for data collection. It was revealed that strategies geared towards enhancing the success of the secondary education development policy, especially those related to producing high-quality teachers to teach the newly built schools were not fully implemented. Challenges related to the admission process for, and the delivery of, pre-service programmes adversely affected the social positioning of teachers, and consequently, their identity construction was severely compromised. Reshaping the pre-service programmes in ways that enhance teachers’ sense of themselves as professionals would make teaching an appealing and promising job, and ironically the expansion policy would be effectively accomplished.

Evaluating the Compliance to 24-Hour Venous Thromboembolism Risk Re-assessment Following Orthopaedic Surgery at a Tertiary Center: A Closed-Loop Clinical Audit.

Introduction Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a preventable cause of patient morbidity and mortality among hospitalised patients. VTE events have a high incidence among orthopaedic patients, who routinely receive chemical thromboprophylaxis in the form of heparin, warfarin, antiplatelet agents or direct oral anticoagulants. These can be associated with adverse events, most commonly bleeding or heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. A VTE risk reassessment following 24 hours of admission or a change in clinical condition like surgery is recommended to avoid such complications. We evaluated the compliance to completion of these reassessments following surgery at a tertiary elective orthopaedic hospital. Methods A closed-loop audit was undertaken for all elective orthoapedic specialties. First loop was conducted between 01/07/2022 and 25/05/2023, whilst the second loop was done between 01/01/2024 and 01/02/2024. Insight, an online database was used to collect data on initial VTE assessment forms completed at admission and VTE reassessment forms completed within 24 hours of surgery, as agreed with orthopaedic teams. Audit standards were derived from National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines on venous thromboembolism in over 16s. A target compliance was agreed at 100%. Paediatric patients, day case procedures and medical admissions comprised the exclusion criteria. Results For the first audit loop, only 6/4780 (0.13%) patients had completed VTE reassessment forms within 24 hours following surgery. Following implementation of a system prompt on Electronic Patient Medication Administration (EPMA) to serve as a reminder for VTE reassessment completion, the second audit loop found 112/156 (74%) patients had completed forms (p<0.001). Conclusion VTE risk reassessment following surgery is recommended by NICE guidelines in order to assess and potentially minimize complications like bleeding and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. A simple intervention such as a system reminder can serve to improve compliance. This can be implemented at a large scale given most hospitals use integrated electronic medication administration systems where initial VTE risk assessments are completed as part of the initial patient admission process.

Patient satisfaction survey in a public hospital: Remera Rukoma District Hospital, Rwanda, 2023

BackgroundPatient satisfaction is a crucial indicator of healthcare quality, influencing outcomes and providing insights for improvement. This study aims to assess patient satisfaction levels, and associated factors, and identify areas for enhancement at Remera Rukoma District Hospital (RRDH) in Rwanda, where such data was previously lacking.MethodsA cross-sectional study using a mixed approach of data collection was conducted, involving 384 participants (164 inpatients, 220 outpatients). Quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews were employed. Patient satisfaction was categorized as Very Satisfied (> 70%), Satisfied (50–69.9%), or Not Satisfied (≤ 49.9%). Data analysis included descriptive statistics, bivariate logistic regression, and thematic analysis of qualitative data.ResultsThe study comprised 37.8% male and 62.2% female participants. Overall, 52.6% were highly satisfied, 29% satisfied, and 18% not satisfied. Among outpatients, 35.9% were dissatisfied with cashier services, and 46.9% with pharmacy wait times. Inpatients showed 74.4% satisfaction with the admission process, but 69.5% reported delayed test result feedback. Educational level significantly influenced satisfaction, with uneducated participants showing lower odds of satisfaction compared to university-educated ones (cOR = 0.409, 95% CI: 0.186–0.897, p = 0.026). Qualitative findings highlighted issues with wait times, communication, and service consistency.ConclusionsWhile overall satisfaction at RRDH was positive, the study identified areas needing improvement, particularly in communication, wait times, and service delays. Education level was significantly associated with satisfaction level. Addressing these factors, beyond operational efficiency, may significantly impact patient satisfaction. Enhancing communication, managing expectations, and optimizing service delivery are crucial for maintaining satisfaction and improving service quality.

Exploring the Unseen: Archival Ethnography of Rejected Applications at the Ulm School of Design (HfG Ulm)

Abstract The Ulm School of Design (1953–1968) emerged in post-Nazi Germany to champion rational, functional, and socially responsible design. Despite its commitment to equity, little attention has been given to how this vision was expressed in everyday institutional life, specifically with regard to admission practices. This article explores the overlooked realm of rejection stories, probing the impact of ideas about quality, aptness, and rational problem-solving on the perpetuation of social positions and design paradigms. Using archival ethnography and feminist approaches, the article unveils hidden dimensions of admission practices at the Ulm School of Design, unraveling who was rejected and why. It delves into archival documents, including admission records, to analyze decision-making processes and assess their alignment with sociopolitical commitments. The micro-histories and stories of rejected applicants expose the interplay between Ulmian design principles and institutional practices. Drawing from Sara Ahmed’s insights on institutional life, the article traces historical roots, exploring how gender, race, class, and power intersect in Ulm’s admission processes. By scrutinizing these hidden dimensions, the article sheds light on the intricate mechanics of everyday life at the Ulm School, revealing their connection to prevailing design narratives of rationality and functionality.

The alternative education pathway to higher education in non-anglophone contexts: themes and implications from a systematic scoping review on IBDP

ABSTRACT As an exemplary alternative education pathway to higher education, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) has gained significant global traction, with an increasing number of graduates in non-Anglophone contexts. Employing a systematic review method to analyse studies in emerging contexts from the past 20 years, this research examined IBDP’s contributions to higher education, including university preparation, academic performance, and post-graduation trajectories. The findings highlight themes pertinent to other international education frameworks: (1) higher education outcomes are largely influenced by school environments and student demographics, (2) tensions exist between globalised curricula and localised educational systems, and (3) the dual examination requirements within national university admission processes pose obstacles to the programme’s successful implementation and scaling-up. This study recommends that future research and policy on international and alternative education programmes should focus on the following: less advantaged school populations, long-term impacts, and admission recognition processes within national higher education institutions and systems.

Perceptions of Youth Transport in Wilderness Therapy

ABSTRACT Youth transport is a controversial yet pervasive admission practice in US residential wilderness therapy programs. Little is known about adolescents’ subjective experience of this practice and its connection to outcomes. We conducted a secondary analysis of cross-sectional data of 105 adolescents (Male = 64%, M age = 15.7) to examine transported youths’ self-reports of negative pressures (threat, intimidation, and force), voice exclusion (lack of voice), perceived coercion (lack of influence, control, and choice), and angry emotion at admission. We used SEM path analysis to examine the tenability of youth transport’s direct and indirect relationships with these experiences. Results showed 44.8% of adolescents were transported. Transported adolescents reported more negative perceptions of each subjective experience at admission. Path analyses supported the hypothesis that transported adolescents’ increased perceived coercion may relate to their increased perception of negative pressures and voice exclusion, and each of these experiences may relate to increased angry emotion at admission. These findings support the claim that transported youth experience a more coercive and negative admission process which may undermine treatment goals. These findings lay a foundation for future inquiry into potential factors driving these experiences. The therapeutic impact of youth transport remains concerning.

Unveiling Potential: Achieving Mission by Integrating Enrollment Management With Identity-Masked Holistic Admissions Practices

Abstract Purpose Holistic review for admissions is designed to mitigate the common systemic barriers applicants may face in their medical school application journey and the common mistakes committed by admissions committees, but limited literature outlines how this can be modeled. This study examined a blinded holistic admissions approach that emphasized mission and value alignment and the resulting characteristics of applicants by admission status. Method Application data from 2,027 applicants to The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine with complete secondary applications for the 2022 to 2023 cycle were analyzed. Applicants were categorized by the most advanced stage they reached in the admissions process: not selected for interview (n = 1,742), interviewed (n = 239), or accepted (n = 46). Data included information on students' geographic ties to East Texas, institutional mission alignment, academic preparation information, and Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics (CASPer) test results. Results In the not selected for interview and interviewed groups, mission commitment was significantly negatively associated with geographic ties (r = –0.189 and –0.209., respectively) and academic preparation (r = –0.195 and –0.241, respectively). In the not selected for interview group, higher mission commitment scores were significantly associated with lower CASPer scores (r = –0.110). In the interviewed group, higher geographic ties were significantly associated with lower academic preparation (r = –0.143) and lower CASPer scores (r = –0.280). Demographically, the accepted group had higher than expected counts of individuals who reported free or reduced lunch eligibility (14 vs 8), Pell Grant eligibility (22 vs 12), and family incomes of less than $50,000 per year (14 vs 6). Conclusions This study demonstrates successful and effective implementation of a mission-aligned holistic admissions process, with accepted students exemplifying the mission of the institution and representing traditionally underrepresented groups.

Comparison of Higher Education in China and the U.S

Abstract: With stabilizing societies worldwide, the differences in higher education have been widely discussed. Yet, the fundamental causes remained to be studied. In this paper, influences of history and culture, admission process system, and design of curriculum in different regions have been comparatively analyzed. The paper concluded that China advocates an exam-driven system such as Gaokao as a highly effective tool for meritocracy but limits flexibility, while the U.S. adopts a decentralized and holistic approach and emphasizes diversity. These factors significantly impact students and even the whole society, including social mobility, values of collectivism and individualism, and so on. Ultimately, the paper reveals broader implications of higher education on Chinese and American students respectively, assessing from a few perspectives, including learning efficiency, formation of personality, individual future pathways, and even the nation itself. Yet, there are potential challenges in both higher education in China and the U.S., mental health issues, and a narrow view of the admission process are some examples taken into account for China, while fairness, over-flexibility, and class differentiation occurred in America.

Optimizing Student Management Strategies and Student Engement in Vocational Technical Colleges

This research aimed to assess the efficacy of student management practices and their influence on academic engagement among vocational-technical students in China. The study evaluated crucial aspects such as the admissions procedure, student assistance programs, attendance tracking, and technology to pinpoint obstacles and potential areas for improvement. Data was gathered using quantitative approach to assess their perspectives on management practices and academic involvement. The results indicated that using technology had a beneficial effect on student involvement. However, there were notable areas for improvement, such as student support services, attendance tracking, and the admissions process. The student support services were deemed unsatisfactory, with restricted availability and inadequate influence on academic achievements. The attendance tracking system was operational, but it did not impact student participation. On the other hand, the admissions procedure was equitable, but it lacked individualized assistance for students. Furthermore, the research revealed that students had modest intrinsic motivation, self-regulated learning, and goal-setting. Nevertheless, the level of academic aid provided needed to be improved, and the potential for collaborative learning was not fully realized due to participation difficulties. The study revealed that the mental health care provided was insufficient, and the inflexible academic schedule hindered students’ capacity to engage in interdisciplinary studies or modify their course loads based on individual circumstances. In addition, students expressed a lack of participation in decision-making procedures, which led to feelings of disconnection.

The Diversity in College Admission: A Study of Asian American Applicants in Harvard Judicial Case

Abstract: This study investigates the presence and extent of discrimination against Asian American applicants in the college admissions process, particularly in the context of the Harvard University legal case. Using machine learning techniques, we develop an analytical framework to examine publicly available data from judicial documents. Our approach involves creating a two-stage model where we first estimate an auxiliary model to capture the endogenous variablestudent performanceand then incorporate these predictions into the primary admissions outcome model. By generating counterfactual scenarios where applicants' racial backgrounds are hypothetically altered, we aim to identify the causal impact of being Asian American on admission outcomes. Our findings indicate that while there is no significant bias against Asian American applicants in academic and extracurricular ratings, strong disparities exist in non-academic ratings, such as personal evaluations. If Asian American applicants received personal ratings comparable to White applicants, their admission rates could increase by approximately 27%, particularly for those with higher academic performance. These results suggest potential biases in the admissions process, warranting further investigation.

Admission Testing in Higher Education: Changing Landscape and Outcomes from Test‐Optional Policies

AbstractAccess to admission tests was greatly restricted during the COVID‐19 pandemic resulting in widespread adoption of test‐optional policies by colleges and universities. Many institutions adopted such policies on an interim or trial basis, as many others signaled the change would be long term. Several Ivy League institutions and selective public flagship universities have returned to requiring test scores from all applicants citing their own research indicating diversity and ensuring academic success of applicants can be best served by inclusion of test scores in the admissions process. This paper reviews recent research on the impact of test‐optional policies on score‐sending behaviors of applicants and differential outcomes in college and score sending. Ultimately, test‐optional policies are neither the panacea for diversity that proponents suggested nor do they result in a decay of academic outcomes that opponents forecast, but they do have consequences, which colleges will need to weigh going forward.

Exploring the Decision-Making Process of International Students: Factors Influencing their Choice of US Colleges

The United States is the top destination for international students seeking higher education. These students encounter various factors that shape their decisions throughout the college application journey. This research aims to pinpoint the main variables that influence international students’ choices to study in the US. Important factors include the reputation and rankings of universities, tuition costs, geographic location, personal recommendations, unique connections, and the complexity of the admissions process. Despite facing challenges like strict immigration policies and lengthy visa application procedures, US universities continue to attract students due to their global prestige and the numerous opportunities they provide for personal and professional development. The study sheds light on the preferences and considerations of international students when choosing colleges in the US. By doing so, it offers valuable insights for higher education institutions to improve their support services and refine recruitment strategies, ultimately enhancing the experiences and outcomes for international students.

Pelaksanaan Layanan Administrasi Kesiswaan di MAN 2 Palembang

This research is titled "Implementation of Student Administrative Services at MAN 2 Palembang." The aim of this study is to analyze how the implementation of student administrative services is carried out at MAN 2 Palembang. This research is a field study, employing a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis techniques consist of data reduction, data presentation, data verification, and drawing conclusions. The validity of the research data is ensured through source triangulation and technique triangulation. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of student administrative services at MAN 2 Palembang is well underway. The research findings demonstrate that student administrative services at MAN 2 Palembang are effectively executed, encompassing aspects such as effective guidance in the admission of new students, student discipline regulation, guidance and counseling documentation, as well as student learning progress recording. Effective guidance assists students in understanding the process of new student admission clearly, ensuring their comprehension without difficulty, setting clear objectives, and planning strategies to achieve them. Student discipline regulations ensure discipline and responsibility among students, while guidance and counseling documentation provide appropriate guidance and support. Recording student learning progress serves to provide a comprehensive overview of student development and aid them in their educational journey at MAN 2 Palembang.

Admissions in the age of AI: detecting AI-generated application materials in higher education

Recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as the development of large language models like ChatGPT, have blurred the boundaries between human and AI-generated text. This has led to a pressing need for tools that can determine whether text has been created or revised using AI. A general and universally effective detection model would be extremely useful, but appears to be beyond the reach of current technology and detection methods. The research described in this study adopts a domain and task specific approach and shows that specialized detection models can attain high accuracy. The study focuses on the higher education graduate admissions process, with the specific goal of identifying AI-generated and AI-revised Letters of Recommendation (LORs) and Statements of Intent (SOIs). Detecting such application materials is essential to ensure that applicants are evaluated on their true merits and abilities, and to foster an equitable and trustworthy admissions process. Our research is based on 3755 LORs and 1973 SOIs extracted from the application records of Fordham University’s Master’s programs in Computer Science and Data Science. To facilitate the construction and evaluation of detection models, we generated AI counterparts for each LOR and SOI using the GPT-3.5 Turbo API. The prompts for AI-generation text were derived from the admission data of the respective applicants, and the AI-revised LORs and SOIs were generated directly from the human-authored versions. We also utilize an open-access GPT-wiki-intro dataset to further validate our hypothesis regarding the feasibility of constructing domain-specific AI content detectors. Our experiments yield promising results in developing classifiers tailored to a specific domain when provided with sufficient training samples. Additionally, we present a comparative analysis of the word frequency and statistical characteristics of the text, which provides convincing evidence that ChatGPT employs distinctive vocabulary and paragraph structure compared to human-authored text. The code for this study is available on GitHub, and the models can be executed on user-provided data via an interactive web interface.

The admission and integration model: first‑hand experiences of staff admitted to a mental health ward

Background/Aims Over a period of 6 months, four staff members were admitted on separate occasions to a male acute mental health ward for 1 day. The purpose was for participants to gain personal insight into the experiences of patients on the ward. This study aimed to explore the experiences of staff admitted onto the ward and provide a conceptual model to describe the admission process. Methods Feedback was obtained from the study participants via pre- and post-admission questionnaires and a focus group discussion. These qualitative data were thematically analysed to generate the steps in the admission and integration model. Results Admission to the mental health ward was a useful learning experience for staff members in terms of improving empathy for their patients. A model of ward admission and integration based on these experiences was also developed. The model adhered to Maslow's hierarchy of need, where participants had to re-establish deficiency needs following admission onto the ward. Conclusions The study findings have been shared with other hospital staff, and will be used by a new working group to implement improvements in patient care.

Are the mothers admitted for childbirth in a tertiary care hospital satisfied with the health care services? A mixed methods study from Mangaluru, Karnataka state, India

ContextPatient Satisfaction is the strongest determinant of hospital functioning and is an indirect or proxy indicator of the quality of doctor. AimsThe study aims to assess maternal satisfaction with healthcare services during childbirth during hospital stay, explore factors influencing satisfaction, and assess the perceptions of both mothers and their bystanders regarding the healthcare services provided. Methods and materialIt is a sequential explanatory mixed method study conducted in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department in a tertiary college hospital among 291 pregnant women admitted for childbirth. Quantitative data obtained using expert validated questionnaire was entered in an Excel sheet and analyzed using IBM SPSS Version 23. Descriptive statistics were reported as median (IQR) for continuous variables and as frequencies and proportions for categorical variables. Normality was tested using Shapiro Wilk test and to test significant difference in satisfaction scores across the variables Mann Whitney U test was used. For the qualitative phase, in-depth interview was conducted to explore factors determining patient satisfaction in healthcare services. ResultsQuantitative results showed that mothers were satisfied with the admission process, support given during breastfeeding, immunization and vaccination, health education and very satisfied with the privacy, doctors and nursing services, overall cleanliness. Qualitative results revealed the admission process was time consuming, overall cleanliness was poor, guidance on breast feeding and immunization and service provided by doctors and nurses are good. ConclusionThe study concluded that while mothers were generally satisfied with healthcare services, particularly with support during breastfeeding, immunization, and doctor and nursing services, there were concerns about the admission process and overall cleanliness.

Chatbots Implementation for Students Admision

The growing need for accessible and responsive information services in higher education has highlighted limitations in traditional admission support systems. This study aims to enhance the new student admission process at Universitas Stikubank through the development and implementation of a chatbot based on the RASA framework. The chatbot addresses several key issues: limited availability of staff, the necessity for 24/7 access to information, and the demand for immediate responses to prospective students’ queries. By simulating human interactions, the chatbot provides real-time, accurate information about university programs, admission requirements, campus facilities, and more. The development process involved data collection through interviews, observations, and literature review, followed by a structured methodology for conversation modeling and system design. Testing results indicate that the chatbot effectively supports the admission process, reducing administrative workload and enhancing the applicant experience by offering uninterrupted service. This study demonstrates the potential of chatbot technology to streamline administrative processes and improve service quality in the educational sector, particularly in university admissions.