Daily Post with Weekly Reflections
Week 1 (Jan 12th – Jan 16th)
- Daily Reflection- Jan 12th
- I really enjoyed today and starting up at my internship. I was able to talk to Mrs.Ross about my project and to catch up since we haven’t since each other for while. I like my workspace it’s quiet for now but I’m able to stay focus and motivated while I’m here which is nice because I want to enjoy going into work. Today, I started conducting my literature review for my program at UHC by reading American College Health Association White Papers and other peer reviewed articles. Alongside that, I procure CDC and WHO’s website for data on smoking and tobacco use among college students and young adults. The goal of this is to organize my findings into a paper where my supervisor and others can read on the current landscape of smoking and tobacco use among college students and to help frame the focus of my program and research question for the semester. Further, these steps in the process of program planning matter because showcases and quantify the need of an smoking cessation program. Also, these step help me become more knowledge about the health problem and understand the context of how I want this program to help and fit specifically UGA students.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- I really enjoyed today and starting up at my internship. I was able to talk to Mrs.Ross about my project and to catch up since we haven’t since each other for while. I like my workspace it’s quiet for now but I’m able to stay focus and motivated while I’m here which is nice because I want to enjoy going into work. Today, I started conducting my literature review for my program at UHC by reading American College Health Association White Papers and other peer reviewed articles. Alongside that, I procure CDC and WHO’s website for data on smoking and tobacco use among college students and young adults. The goal of this is to organize my findings into a paper where my supervisor and others can read on the current landscape of smoking and tobacco use among college students and to help frame the focus of my program and research question for the semester. Further, these steps in the process of program planning matter because showcases and quantify the need of an smoking cessation program. Also, these step help me become more knowledge about the health problem and understand the context of how I want this program to help and fit specifically UGA students.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 13th
- Today, I dedicated my full focus to the literature review, transitioning from a broad search to a more structured and intentional organization of my ideas. By diving deep into databases like ProQuest, UGA Libraries, and the American College Health Association, I was able to identify high-quality sources and begin the heavy lifting of paraphrasing and synthesizing the authors’ work into my own words. This process felt significant because it moved me past the “collection” phase and into “critical thinking”; I’m no longer just reading what others have said, but I am actively connecting their findings to build a foundation for my own research. This matters because a well-synthesized review is what will give my project credibility and a clear sense of direction. Moving forward, I feel much more organized, and my next step is to use this new outline to spot any remaining gaps in my data so I can refine my final search and begin drafting the full narrative.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I dedicated my full focus to the literature review, transitioning from a broad search to a more structured and intentional organization of my ideas. By diving deep into databases like ProQuest, UGA Libraries, and the American College Health Association, I was able to identify high-quality sources and begin the heavy lifting of paraphrasing and synthesizing the authors’ work into my own words. This process felt significant because it moved me past the “collection” phase and into “critical thinking”; I’m no longer just reading what others have said, but I am actively connecting their findings to build a foundation for my own research. This matters because a well-synthesized review is what will give my project credibility and a clear sense of direction. Moving forward, I feel much more organized, and my next step is to use this new outline to spot any remaining gaps in my data so I can refine my final search and begin drafting the full narrative.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 14th
- Today, I worked on my literature review by writing the introduction and gathering global statistics on tobacco use, nicotine’s effects on the body, and smoking-related mortality. Through this process, I learned that smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States and contributes to millions of deaths worldwide each year. This information reinforced the importance of my research in public health, as many people especially young adults continue to engage in smoking without fully understanding its long-term health consequences. Recognizing smoking as a preventable cause of death highlights the urgent need for effective smoking cessation programs. Moving forward, I will use these global and national statistics to support the development of a targeted smoking cessation program for University of Georgia students at the University Health Center, demonstrating the need for intervention within this specific population. Lastly, I finished today with doing training for Point n Click which is the EHR system UHC uses.
- Summary Matched with Competencies.
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- Summary Matched with Competencies.
- Today, I worked on my literature review by writing the introduction and gathering global statistics on tobacco use, nicotine’s effects on the body, and smoking-related mortality. Through this process, I learned that smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States and contributes to millions of deaths worldwide each year. This information reinforced the importance of my research in public health, as many people especially young adults continue to engage in smoking without fully understanding its long-term health consequences. Recognizing smoking as a preventable cause of death highlights the urgent need for effective smoking cessation programs. Moving forward, I will use these global and national statistics to support the development of a targeted smoking cessation program for University of Georgia students at the University Health Center, demonstrating the need for intervention within this specific population. Lastly, I finished today with doing training for Point n Click which is the EHR system UHC uses.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 15th
- I worked virtually today and continued developing the introduction for my literature review, with a specific focus on identifying and synthesizing global data on nicotine use to provide context for the health problem. Through this process, I examined prevalence rates and patterns of nicotine consumption across different populations, which helped me better understand the widespread nature of nicotine addiction and its role in sustaining tobacco use worldwide. This work reinforced why nicotine use is a critical public health issue, as its global reach and addictive properties contribute significantly to preventable disease and death. Moving forward, this foundation will allow me to clearly frame the significance of the problem in my literature review and transition into discussing the health impacts of nicotine and the need for effective prevention and cessation strategies.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- I worked virtually today and continued developing the introduction for my literature review, with a specific focus on identifying and synthesizing global data on nicotine use to provide context for the health problem. Through this process, I examined prevalence rates and patterns of nicotine consumption across different populations, which helped me better understand the widespread nature of nicotine addiction and its role in sustaining tobacco use worldwide. This work reinforced why nicotine use is a critical public health issue, as its global reach and addictive properties contribute significantly to preventable disease and death. Moving forward, this foundation will allow me to clearly frame the significance of the problem in my literature review and transition into discussing the health impacts of nicotine and the need for effective prevention and cessation strategies.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 16th
- Today I worked on identifying data gaps in the existing literature and outlining potential topics for my results section, which helped me better understand where current research on nicotine use and tobacco dependence is limited or inconsistent. In doing so, I learned that certain populations, outcomes, and emerging products are underrepresented in the data, highlighting areas where conclusions are less definitive or where further investigation is needed. This matters because recognizing these gaps strengthens the quality and credibility of my research by preventing overgeneralization and clearly justifying the focus of my results section. Moving forward, I plan to use these identified gaps to refine my results framework and continue developing the section next week.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today I worked on identifying data gaps in the existing literature and outlining potential topics for my results section, which helped me better understand where current research on nicotine use and tobacco dependence is limited or inconsistent. In doing so, I learned that certain populations, outcomes, and emerging products are underrepresented in the data, highlighting areas where conclusions are less definitive or where further investigation is needed. This matters because recognizing these gaps strengthens the quality and credibility of my research by preventing overgeneralization and clearly justifying the focus of my results section. Moving forward, I plan to use these identified gaps to refine my results framework and continue developing the section next week.
Week 1 Reflection
This week marked a strong and meaningful start to my internship, and it felt rewarding to see my literature review take shape in a logical, intentional flow from broad context to focused analysis. I began the week by reorienting myself to the workspace at UHC and reconnecting with Mrs. Ross, which helped ground my project within the practical goals of the organization and reinforced my motivation to produce work that is both useful and relevant. From there, my literature review progressed systematically: I started with broad landscape sources such as American College Health Association white papers and CDC and WHO data to establish the scope of tobacco and nicotine use among college students and young adults, then moved into deeper database searches where I synthesized peer-reviewed research to build credibility and direction. Midweek, I transitioned into writing by drafting the introduction and integrating global and national statistics on smoking, nicotine’s physiological effects, and preventable mortality, which clarified why this issue demands attention in a campus health setting like UGA. As the week closed, I shifted into a more analytical phase by identifying data gaps and outlining results section topics, ensuring that my review not only summarizes existing knowledge but also highlights limitations and opportunities for targeted intervention.
Week 2 (Jan 19th – Jan 23rd)
- Holiday Jan 19th -MLK DAY
- Daily Reflection- Jan 20th
- Today, I finished writing the introduction for my literature review and gathered key data on tobacco use and smoking among young adults in the United States, which allowed me to clearly frame the scope and urgency of my topic. As I progressed, I transitioned into examining smoking and tobacco use specifically within college settings, helping me better understand how this health behavior manifests in environments where young adults experience increased independence, social pressure, and exposure to substances. This matters because the data reinforce that tobacco use remains a significant and preventable public health issue, particularly among young adults and college students who may underestimate long-term health risks while being heavily targeted by tobacco and nicotine industries. Recognizing these patterns strengthens the relevance of my research by highlighting the need for targeted prevention and education efforts within college communities. Moving forward, I plan on writing and identifying any gaps in the literature pertaining to tobacco use and smoking among college students. The goal of the lit review is to help frame the focus and help provide context into smoking cessation programs and college campuses.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I finished writing the introduction for my literature review and gathered key data on tobacco use and smoking among young adults in the United States, which allowed me to clearly frame the scope and urgency of my topic. As I progressed, I transitioned into examining smoking and tobacco use specifically within college settings, helping me better understand how this health behavior manifests in environments where young adults experience increased independence, social pressure, and exposure to substances. This matters because the data reinforce that tobacco use remains a significant and preventable public health issue, particularly among young adults and college students who may underestimate long-term health risks while being heavily targeted by tobacco and nicotine industries. Recognizing these patterns strengthens the relevance of my research by highlighting the need for targeted prevention and education efforts within college communities. Moving forward, I plan on writing and identifying any gaps in the literature pertaining to tobacco use and smoking among college students. The goal of the lit review is to help frame the focus and help provide context into smoking cessation programs and college campuses.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 21st.
- Today, I identified key gaps in the literature by focusing on the lack of routine behavioral health screening among college students, the social and environmental influences that encourage tobacco use in college settings, and the ways traditional cessation programs fail to align with students’ lifestyles, preferred communication mediums, and shorter attention spans. Through this process, I learned that these gaps are not just academic but reflect systemic shortcomings in how public health interventions are designed for young adults, with much of the supporting evidence for my results themes coming from SAMHSA data. This matters because it reinforces the idea that current approaches are missing a opportunity to reach college students at a pivotal stage when tobacco and nicotine use patterns become established, which directly connects to the broader public health goal of preventing long-term addiction and related health consequences. Moving forward, I plan to continue strengthening each results theme by integrating more peer-reviewed sources alongside SAMHSA data, while also beginning to think critically about how these identified gaps can inform more student-centered screening and cessation strategies that are realistic and effective within college environment.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I identified key gaps in the literature by focusing on the lack of routine behavioral health screening among college students, the social and environmental influences that encourage tobacco use in college settings, and the ways traditional cessation programs fail to align with students’ lifestyles, preferred communication mediums, and shorter attention spans. Through this process, I learned that these gaps are not just academic but reflect systemic shortcomings in how public health interventions are designed for young adults, with much of the supporting evidence for my results themes coming from SAMHSA data. This matters because it reinforces the idea that current approaches are missing a opportunity to reach college students at a pivotal stage when tobacco and nicotine use patterns become established, which directly connects to the broader public health goal of preventing long-term addiction and related health consequences. Moving forward, I plan to continue strengthening each results theme by integrating more peer-reviewed sources alongside SAMHSA data, while also beginning to think critically about how these identified gaps can inform more student-centered screening and cessation strategies that are realistic and effective within college environment.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 22th
- Today, I concentrated on deepening my understanding of the factors that influence tobacco use among college students by reviewing literature on peer norms, campus culture, stress, and targeted marketing. This exploration helped me recognize how strongly social environments shape students’ health behaviors and how these influences are often overlooked in existing public health research. I learned that many prevention and intervention efforts assume individual choice without adequately accounting for the powerful role of social pressure and environmental exposure during the college years, a pattern that is consistently reflected in national data sources such as SAMHSA. This is important because college represents a critical transition period where behaviors related to tobacco and nicotine use can become normalized and persist into adulthood, increasing the risk for long-term dependence and adverse health outcomes. Moving forward, I plan to expand this section of my literature review by incorporating more peer-reviewed studies that examine campus-specific influences, while also considering how these insights can guide the development of more responsive, student-informed strategies that address the realities of college life.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I concentrated on deepening my understanding of the factors that influence tobacco use among college students by reviewing literature on peer norms, campus culture, stress, and targeted marketing. This exploration helped me recognize how strongly social environments shape students’ health behaviors and how these influences are often overlooked in existing public health research. I learned that many prevention and intervention efforts assume individual choice without adequately accounting for the powerful role of social pressure and environmental exposure during the college years, a pattern that is consistently reflected in national data sources such as SAMHSA. This is important because college represents a critical transition period where behaviors related to tobacco and nicotine use can become normalized and persist into adulthood, increasing the risk for long-term dependence and adverse health outcomes. Moving forward, I plan to expand this section of my literature review by incorporating more peer-reviewed studies that examine campus-specific influences, while also considering how these insights can guide the development of more responsive, student-informed strategies that address the realities of college life.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 23th
- Today, I made a lot of progress toward completing my literature review by finalizing the introduction and completing one major theme section, while also continuing to gather data on screening practices. Through this process, I learned more about the gaps in screening, particularly within college health settings, and how inconsistencies in screening can contribute to missed opportunities for early intervention and prevention. This matters because effective screening is a critical first step in identifying risky health behaviors among college students and connecting them to appropriate resources, which directly impacts student health outcomes. Moving forward, I plan to continue building out the remaining theme sections of my literature review, focus on synthesizing the screening data more clearly, and begin identifying implications for practice and policy that can inform more consistent and student-centered program approaches.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I made a lot of progress toward completing my literature review by finalizing the introduction and completing one major theme section, while also continuing to gather data on screening practices. Through this process, I learned more about the gaps in screening, particularly within college health settings, and how inconsistencies in screening can contribute to missed opportunities for early intervention and prevention. This matters because effective screening is a critical first step in identifying risky health behaviors among college students and connecting them to appropriate resources, which directly impacts student health outcomes. Moving forward, I plan to continue building out the remaining theme sections of my literature review, focus on synthesizing the screening data more clearly, and begin identifying implications for practice and policy that can inform more consistent and student-centered program approaches.
Week 2 Reflection
This week felt really productive and grounding because I was able to move from broad framing into more focused, meaningful analysis of my topic. I completed the introduction of my literature review, developed a full theme section, and consistently gathered and synthesized secondary data on tobacco use, screening gaps, and college-specific influences like peer norms, stress, and campus culture. As the week progressed, I became more confident in identifying clear gaps in the literature especially around inconsistent behavioral health screening and the mismatch between traditional cessation programs and college students’ lifestyles which reinforced how necessary and timely this research is. What stood out most to me was realizing that these gaps represent real missed opportunities to intervene during a life stage, not just academic shortcomings. Overall, this week helped solidify the direction of my literature review and strengthened my ability to connect data, public health competencies, and real-world implications for more student-centered screening and cessation efforts on college campuses.
Week 3 (Jan 26th – Jan 30th)
- Daily Reflection-Jan 26th
- Today, I dug into why college students are still reaching for nicotine, and it turns out it’s way more than just a “rebellion” phase. Between the pressure to fit into Greek life and using vapes as a high-speed coping mechanism for academic stress, it’s basically become a social and psychological safety net. This matters because it shows that just hanging “No Smoking” signs isn’t enough—if students think vaping is a “safe” way to handle anxiety, they’ll just keep doing it under the radar. Now, I will finished writing the second theme to the literature review and present my finding to Mrs.Ross.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I dug into why college students are still reaching for nicotine, and it turns out it’s way more than just a “rebellion” phase. Between the pressure to fit into Greek life and using vapes as a high-speed coping mechanism for academic stress, it’s basically become a social and psychological safety net. This matters because it shows that just hanging “No Smoking” signs isn’t enough—if students think vaping is a “safe” way to handle anxiety, they’ll just keep doing it under the radar. Now, I will finished writing the second theme to the literature review and present my finding to Mrs.Ross.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 27th
- I’ve finished diving into the second theme, and it’s been eye-opening to see how nicotine has basically become a social and psychological survival tool for students. I learned that between the intense pressure to fit in and the way students use vapes to “self-medicate” through the grind of university life, it’s a much deeper cycle than just a bad habit. This matters because it highlights a disconnect between university policy and student reality. If students are using nicotine as a pharmacological tool for self-medication, as the research suggests then simple campus-wide bans may not be enough to curb use. Next, I will focus writing the 3rd theme on the efficacy of smoking cessation programs for college students.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- I’ve finished diving into the second theme, and it’s been eye-opening to see how nicotine has basically become a social and psychological survival tool for students. I learned that between the intense pressure to fit in and the way students use vapes to “self-medicate” through the grind of university life, it’s a much deeper cycle than just a bad habit. This matters because it highlights a disconnect between university policy and student reality. If students are using nicotine as a pharmacological tool for self-medication, as the research suggests then simple campus-wide bans may not be enough to curb use. Next, I will focus writing the 3rd theme on the efficacy of smoking cessation programs for college students.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 28th
- Today I completed the final theme of my literature review, focusing on the common practices of smoking cessation programs for college students, and I learned that many existing programs are not well tailored to students’ lifestyles, preferences, or patterns of nicotine use. This matters because when cessation programs fail to meet students where they are, engagement and long-term quitting success remain low, allowing nicotine use to persist on college campuses. Moving forward, more research and program development are needed to create accessible, student-centered cessation interventions that use appropriate delivery methods, such as digital platforms, brief counseling, and peer-based support, to better support college students in quitting tobacco.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today I completed the final theme of my literature review, focusing on the common practices of smoking cessation programs for college students, and I learned that many existing programs are not well tailored to students’ lifestyles, preferences, or patterns of nicotine use. This matters because when cessation programs fail to meet students where they are, engagement and long-term quitting success remain low, allowing nicotine use to persist on college campuses. Moving forward, more research and program development are needed to create accessible, student-centered cessation interventions that use appropriate delivery methods, such as digital platforms, brief counseling, and peer-based support, to better support college students in quitting tobacco.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 29th
- I reviewed the University Health Center (UHC) website to identify personnel and similar health promotion programs for an interdisciplinary meeting and learned about the range of staff roles and existing health interventions that could contribute to tobacco cessation efforts. This matters because understanding who is involved and what resources already exist helps clarify opportunities for collaboration and ensures that discussions at the meeting are grounded in current practice. Now, I plan to synthesize this information into a clear summary to share with the team and identify gaps where additional resources or coordinated strategies could strengthen smoking cessation support for students.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning advocacy efforts.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- I reviewed the University Health Center (UHC) website to identify personnel and similar health promotion programs for an interdisciplinary meeting and learned about the range of staff roles and existing health interventions that could contribute to tobacco cessation efforts. This matters because understanding who is involved and what resources already exist helps clarify opportunities for collaboration and ensures that discussions at the meeting are grounded in current practice. Now, I plan to synthesize this information into a clear summary to share with the team and identify gaps where additional resources or coordinated strategies could strengthen smoking cessation support for students.
- Daily Reflection- Jan 30th
- I finalized the literature review and began curating an interdisciplinary team to bridge the gap between current campus policies and the fast-paced reality of student nicotine use. This step is vital because the research confirms that traditional “office-hour” models are failing; without a transition to digital, gamified, and immediate-access tools, we will continue to miss the large demographic of students who vape but do not identify as “smokers.” Moving forward, I plan to issue these stakeholder invitations and begin the design phase for a intervention that prioritizes user self-efficacy and low-barrier access.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 1.2.6- Identify data gaps
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning advocacy efforts.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- I finalized the literature review and began curating an interdisciplinary team to bridge the gap between current campus policies and the fast-paced reality of student nicotine use. This step is vital because the research confirms that traditional “office-hour” models are failing; without a transition to digital, gamified, and immediate-access tools, we will continue to miss the large demographic of students who vape but do not identify as “smokers.” Moving forward, I plan to issue these stakeholder invitations and begin the design phase for a intervention that prioritizes user self-efficacy and low-barrier access.
Week 3 Reflection
Throughout this week, I conducted a comprehensive thematic analysis of nicotine use among the collegiate population, revealing that vaping functions as a critical sociopsychological coping mechanism and “safety net” rather than a mere behavioral transgression. By synthesizing literature across three core themes (Competencies 1.2.3, 1.2.4, 1.2.6), I identified a profound misalignment between traditional punitive campus policies and the pharmacological self-medication strategies students employ to navigate academic and Greek life stressors. My evaluation of the University Health Center’s current frameworks further highlighted the limitations of conventional cessation models in reaching a digital-native demographic that often does not self-identify as “smokers.” Consequently, I initiated the formation of an interdisciplinary stakeholder coalition (Competency 5.2 ) to bridge these service gaps, moving toward the development of low-barrier, gamified interventions that prioritize user self-efficacy and authentic student engagement.
Week 4 (Feb 2nd-Feb 6th)
- Daily Reflection- Feb 2nd
- Today, I gathered peer input and supported benchmarking efforts by posting the proposed smoking cessation program on ACHA Connect and developing a comprehensive list of key stakeholders to guide implementation and collaboration. This matters because feedback from peer institutions and early stakeholder engagement help ensure the program is evidence-based, feasible, and aligned with best practices in college health. Next, I plan to review responses from ACHA Connect, refine the program based on peer feedback, and begin outreach to identified stakeholders to support planning and implementation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 5.2.4- Educate stakeholders on the health issue and the proposed policy, system, or environmental change.
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning advocacy efforts.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I gathered peer input and supported benchmarking efforts by posting the proposed smoking cessation program on ACHA Connect and developing a comprehensive list of key stakeholders to guide implementation and collaboration. This matters because feedback from peer institutions and early stakeholder engagement help ensure the program is evidence-based, feasible, and aligned with best practices in college health. Next, I plan to review responses from ACHA Connect, refine the program based on peer feedback, and begin outreach to identified stakeholders to support planning and implementation.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 3rd
- Today, I prepared my literature review findings for an upcoming interdisciplinary meeting by synthesizing key themes, offering preliminary recommendations, and developing targeted questions for the team to address. In doing so, I learned how to translate academic evidence into discussion points that are accessible and relevant to multiple disciplines, while also recognizing gaps in how the meeting process and goals have been formally presented. This matters because clearly framing both the evidence and the structure of the meeting is essential for productive collaboration, shared understanding, and actionable outcomes. Next, I plan to formally outline and present the meeting process, clarify objectives and roles, and refine my recommendations based on team feedback to ensure the discussion leads to concrete next steps.
- Summary Matched with Competencies.
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning advocacy efforts.
- Summary Matched with Competencies.
- Today, I prepared my literature review findings for an upcoming interdisciplinary meeting by synthesizing key themes, offering preliminary recommendations, and developing targeted questions for the team to address. In doing so, I learned how to translate academic evidence into discussion points that are accessible and relevant to multiple disciplines, while also recognizing gaps in how the meeting process and goals have been formally presented. This matters because clearly framing both the evidence and the structure of the meeting is essential for productive collaboration, shared understanding, and actionable outcomes. Next, I plan to formally outline and present the meeting process, clarify objectives and roles, and refine my recommendations based on team feedback to ensure the discussion leads to concrete next steps.
- Daily Reflection- Fed 4th
- Today, I explored a range of smoking cessation and harm-reduction resources available at UGA, which helped me better understand the current support systems and gaps in services addressing tobacco use and related harmful behaviors. This exploration matters because identifying existing resources and limitations is essential for developing an effective, campus-appropriate smoking cessation program that avoids duplication and strengthens current efforts. I found there’s no direct program addressing smoking cessation for UGA students. Moving forward, I plan to reach out to professionals with experience in smoking cessation programming to gain practical insights, identify best practices, and inform recommendations for a more comprehensive and accessible approach tailored to the UGA student population.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 5.1: Identify a current or emerging health issue requiring policy, systems, or environmental change.
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning advocacy efforts
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I explored a range of smoking cessation and harm-reduction resources available at UGA, which helped me better understand the current support systems and gaps in services addressing tobacco use and related harmful behaviors. This exploration matters because identifying existing resources and limitations is essential for developing an effective, campus-appropriate smoking cessation program that avoids duplication and strengthens current efforts. I found there’s no direct program addressing smoking cessation for UGA students. Moving forward, I plan to reach out to professionals with experience in smoking cessation programming to gain practical insights, identify best practices, and inform recommendations for a more comprehensive and accessible approach tailored to the UGA student population.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 5th
- Today, I reached out to multiple institutions to gather peer benchmarking information for the proposed smoking cessation program, with the goal of understanding how similar campuses structure, implement, and evaluate their cessation efforts. This outreach is important because benchmarking helps identify evidence-based practices, realistic resource needs, and potential gaps in our current approach, ensuring the program is both effective and aligned with comparable institutions. Next, I plan to review and synthesize the responses received, compare program components and outcomes.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning advocacy efforts
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I reached out to multiple institutions to gather peer benchmarking information for the proposed smoking cessation program, with the goal of understanding how similar campuses structure, implement, and evaluate their cessation efforts. This outreach is important because benchmarking helps identify evidence-based practices, realistic resource needs, and potential gaps in our current approach, ensuring the program is both effective and aligned with comparable institutions. Next, I plan to review and synthesize the responses received, compare program components and outcomes.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 6th.
- While waiting to hear back from and meet with other institutions for peer benchmarking, I reviewed my literature review to identify any missing information or gaps in the evidence. This step matters because it ensures the foundation of the smoking cessation program is comprehensive, up to date, and well aligned with existing research.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.2.3- Conduct Literature Review
- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- While waiting to hear back from and meet with other institutions for peer benchmarking, I reviewed my literature review to identify any missing information or gaps in the evidence. This step matters because it ensures the foundation of the smoking cessation program is comprehensive, up to date, and well aligned with existing research.
Week 4 Reflection
This week, I made steady progress toward strengthening the foundation of the proposed smoking cessation program by balancing external collaboration with deeper self-review of the evidence. I actively sought peer input through ACHA Connect, identified and began engaging key stakeholders, and reached out to other institutions for benchmarking, which helped me think more critically about how similar campuses approach smoking cessation and where my program could realistically fit. i also explored existing smoking cessation and harm-reduction resources at UGA and realized there is no direct cessation program currently serving students, reinforcing the relevance and urgency of this work. Overall, this week mattered because it helped me connect theory to practice, clarify program needs, and build confidence in my recommendations. Moving forward, I plan to synthesize peer feedback as it comes in, fill remaining gaps in the literature, and continue engaging campus and external partners to shape a more targeted, feasible, and student-centered smoking cessation program.
Week 5 (Feb 9-Feb 13)
- Daily Reflection- Feb 9th
- Today, I responded to a peer benchmarking email and coordinated a meeting to support collaboration and information sharing. I also prepared a structured workflow and facilitation document for the first interdepartmental meeting this week to help guide discussion and decision-making. This matters because clear communication and intentional meeting planning help ensure stakeholder engagement, keep conversations focused, and maximize the effectiveness of cross-departmental collaboration. Next, I will use this workflow to facilitate the meeting, gather feedback from participants, and refine the process to support future interdepartmental efforts
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I responded to a peer benchmarking email and coordinated a meeting to support collaboration and information sharing. I also prepared a structured workflow and facilitation document for the first interdepartmental meeting this week to help guide discussion and decision-making. This matters because clear communication and intentional meeting planning help ensure stakeholder engagement, keep conversations focused, and maximize the effectiveness of cross-departmental collaboration. Next, I will use this workflow to facilitate the meeting, gather feedback from participants, and refine the process to support future interdepartmental efforts
- Daily Reflection- Feb 10th
- Today, I explored recommendations for housing the program outside of the Fountain Center and learned about the EX Program designed specifically for college students. Through peer benchmarking, I examined whether and how other institutions have implemented this program or similar models, which helped me better understand alternative structures and best practices for program placement. This matters because where the program is housed can significantly influence student access, engagement, and long-term sustainability, as well as determine how well it aligns with academic, wellness, or student success resources on campus. Next, I plan to share these findings with key stakeholders, assess which campus units would be the best fit for implementation, and explore the feasibility of adopting or adapting the EX Program to meet the needs of our student population.
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- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I explored recommendations for housing the program outside of the Fountain Center and learned about the EX Program designed specifically for college students. Through peer benchmarking, I examined whether and how other institutions have implemented this program or similar models, which helped me better understand alternative structures and best practices for program placement. This matters because where the program is housed can significantly influence student access, engagement, and long-term sustainability, as well as determine how well it aligns with academic, wellness, or student success resources on campus. Next, I plan to share these findings with key stakeholders, assess which campus units would be the best fit for implementation, and explore the feasibility of adopting or adapting the EX Program to meet the needs of our student population.
- Daily Reflection- Fed 11th
- Today, I met with Amelia to share updates on the smoking cessation program, including that I am still awaiting peer benchmarking responses from several schools. I also began preparing my presentation for the upcoming interdisciplinary meeting. This matters because external feedback and clear communication will help ensure the program is evidence-based and collaborative. Next, I plan to follow up with institutions and continue working on my presentation materials.
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- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
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- Today, I met with Amelia to share updates on the smoking cessation program, including that I am still awaiting peer benchmarking responses from several schools. I also began preparing my presentation for the upcoming interdisciplinary meeting. This matters because external feedback and clear communication will help ensure the program is evidence-based and collaborative. Next, I plan to follow up with institutions and continue working on my presentation materials.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 12th.
- I continued working on my presentation for UHC stakeholders regarding the smoking cessation program, refining key data points and clarifying program goals. This matters because clear, organized communication will help stakeholders understand the program’s purpose, feasibility, and impact. Next, I plan to finalize the slides and ensure they align with stakeholder priorities and implementation needs.
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- 5:2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
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- I continued working on my presentation for UHC stakeholders regarding the smoking cessation program, refining key data points and clarifying program goals. This matters because clear, organized communication will help stakeholders understand the program’s purpose, feasibility, and impact. Next, I plan to finalize the slides and ensure they align with stakeholder priorities and implementation needs.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 13th
- I continued working on my presentation for UHC stakeholders regarding the smoking cessation program. Next, I plan to finalize the slides and ensure they align with stakeholder priorities and implementation needs.
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- 5:2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
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- I continued working on my presentation for UHC stakeholders regarding the smoking cessation program. Next, I plan to finalize the slides and ensure they align with stakeholder priorities and implementation needs.
Week 5 Reflection
This week, I focused on strengthening stakeholder engagement and advancing planning efforts for the smoking cessation program. I coordinated peer benchmarking communication, scheduled collaborative meetings, and developed a structured workflow to guide interdepartmental discussions. I also explored alternative options for housing the program outside of the Fountain Center, including reviewing the EX Program model for college students and assessing how other institutions have implemented similar initiatives. Throughout the week, I met with Amelia to provide updates and continued refining my presentation for UHC stakeholders to ensure clarity, feasibility, and alignment with campus priorities. Overall, these efforts supported intentional coalition-building, informed decision-making, and strategic planning, directly aligning with Competency 5.2: engaging coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
Week 6 (Feb 16th-Feb 20th)
- Daily Reflection- Feb 16th
- Today, I finalized the presentation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting and prepared to send out the meeting invitation for stakeholders to sign up and participate. Completing the presentation allowed me to clearly organize the program goals, supporting data, and discussion points to guide meaningful conversation. This matters because strong preparation and timely outreach are essential for engaging stakeholders and ensuring productive collaboration. Next, I will distribute the meeting invite, confirm attendance, and prepare to facilitate the discussion.
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- 5:2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I finalized the presentation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting and prepared to send out the meeting invitation for stakeholders to sign up and participate. Completing the presentation allowed me to clearly organize the program goals, supporting data, and discussion points to guide meaningful conversation. This matters because strong preparation and timely outreach are essential for engaging stakeholders and ensuring productive collaboration. Next, I will distribute the meeting invite, confirm attendance, and prepare to facilitate the discussion.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 17th
- Today, I met with Mrs. Buttery for peer benchmarking to discuss smoking cessation efforts at the University of Virginia. I learned that their program includes a provider who offers one-on-one sessions and focuses on clinical nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). This matters because understanding how UVA structures its cessation services helps inform potential clinical components and resource needs for our own program. Next, I will consider how a 1:1 provider model and access to NRT could be adapted to fit our campus setting and stakeholder capacity.
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- 5:2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I met with Mrs. Buttery for peer benchmarking to discuss smoking cessation efforts at the University of Virginia. I learned that their program includes a provider who offers one-on-one sessions and focuses on clinical nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). This matters because understanding how UVA structures its cessation services helps inform potential clinical components and resource needs for our own program. Next, I will consider how a 1:1 provider model and access to NRT could be adapted to fit our campus setting and stakeholder capacity.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 19th
- Today, I met with Amelia to discuss scheduling details for the first stakeholder meeting and sent out a poll to stakeholders to determine the best meeting time. I also met with Ms. Brooks to discuss “Beat the Pact” and explore how it could align with or inform our smoking cessation efforts. This matters because coordinating logistics and exploring complementary initiatives strengthens collaboration and ensures thoughtful program planning. Next, I will confirm the meeting date based on poll responses and continue assessing how “Beat the Pact” could support stakeholder engagement and program implementation.
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- 1.2.4- Procure secondary data
- 5:2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I met with Amelia to discuss scheduling details for the first stakeholder meeting and sent out a poll to stakeholders to determine the best meeting time. I also met with Ms. Brooks to discuss “Beat the Pact” and explore how it could align with or inform our smoking cessation efforts. This matters because coordinating logistics and exploring complementary initiatives strengthens collaboration and ensures thoughtful program planning. Next, I will confirm the meeting date based on poll responses and continue assessing how “Beat the Pact” could support stakeholder engagement and program implementation.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 20th
- oday, I had a Zoom call with the Health Promotion department at Columbia University to learn how they address smoking cessation among students. I gained insight into their approach to student outreach, program structure, and the integration of cessation resources within broader health promotion efforts. This matters because understanding how a peer institution implements and sustains its program helps inform best practices and potential adaptations for our campus.
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- 5:2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- oday, I had a Zoom call with the Health Promotion department at Columbia University to learn how they address smoking cessation among students. I gained insight into their approach to student outreach, program structure, and the integration of cessation resources within broader health promotion efforts. This matters because understanding how a peer institution implements and sustains its program helps inform best practices and potential adaptations for our campus.
Week 6 Reflection
This week, I focused on advancing stakeholder engagement and strengthening the development of the smoking cessation program. I finalized and distributed materials for the upcoming stakeholder meeting, coordinated scheduling logistics, and explored alignment with complementary initiatives like “Beat the Pact.” Through peer benchmarking conversations with the University of Virginia and Columbia University, I gained insight into clinical 1:1 cessation models, nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) integration, and broader health promotion strategies. These efforts enhanced my understanding of evidence-informed program structures while strengthening collaboration and planning processes. Overall, this work aligned with competencies 1.2.4 (procuring secondary data) and 5.2 (engaging coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning).
Week 7 ( Feb 23th- Feb 27th)
- Daily Reflection- Feb 23th
- Today, I finalized my presentation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting and caught up on my weekly reflection. Completing the presentation ensured that my key points, data, and discussion questions are clearly organized to guide a productive conversation. Catching up on my reflection also allowed me to assess progress and identify areas for continued improvement. This matters because preparation and self-evaluation strengthen both program planning and leadership effectiveness. Next, I will review my materials once more before the meeting and prepare to facilitate stakeholder discussion.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- 1.4.4: Develop recommendations based off findings
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- Today, I finalized my presentation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting and caught up on my weekly reflection. Completing the presentation ensured that my key points, data, and discussion questions are clearly organized to guide a productive conversation. Catching up on my reflection also allowed me to assess progress and identify areas for continued improvement. This matters because preparation and self-evaluation strengthen both program planning and leadership effectiveness. Next, I will review my materials once more before the meeting and prepare to facilitate stakeholder discussion.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 24th
- Today, I confirmed the date and time for my stakeholder meeting and began preparing my presenter notes. This matters because clear organization and preparation will help ensure the meeting runs smoothly and supports productive discussion. Next, I will finalize my notes and prepare to facilitate the conversation.
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- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
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- Today, I confirmed the date and time for my stakeholder meeting and began preparing my presenter notes. This matters because clear organization and preparation will help ensure the meeting runs smoothly and supports productive discussion. Next, I will finalize my notes and prepare to facilitate the conversation.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 25th
- Today, I began developing supplemental materials and a handout for next Monday’s stakeholder meeting. This matters because providing clear, concise materials will help reinforce key points, support informed discussion, and ensure stakeholders leave with a shared understanding of the program goals. Next, I will finalize the handout and align it closely with my presentation and discussion objectives.
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- 1.4- Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process.
- 2.4- Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluations
- 1.4.4- Develop recommendations based off findings
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- Today, I began developing supplemental materials and a handout for next Monday’s stakeholder meeting. This matters because providing clear, concise materials will help reinforce key points, support informed discussion, and ensure stakeholders leave with a shared understanding of the program goals. Next, I will finalize the handout and align it closely with my presentation and discussion objectives.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 26th
- Today, I continued developing the supplemental materials and handout for next Monday’s stakeholder meeting. I finalized the draft and now plan to print it for review and feedback. This matters because incorporating feedback before the meeting will strengthen clarity, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. Next, I will revise the materials based on input and prepare the final copies for distribution.
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- 1.4- Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process.
- 2.4- Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluations
- 1.4.4- Develop recommendations based off findings
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- Today, I continued developing the supplemental materials and handout for next Monday’s stakeholder meeting. I finalized the draft and now plan to print it for review and feedback. This matters because incorporating feedback before the meeting will strengthen clarity, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. Next, I will revise the materials based on input and prepare the final copies for distribution.
- Daily Reflection- Feb 27th
- Today was a lighter workday, primarily focused on continued preparation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting. I reviewed my presentation, materials, and notes to ensure everything is organized and aligned.
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- 2.4- Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluations
- 1.4.4- Develop recommendations based off findings
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- Today was a lighter workday, primarily focused on continued preparation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting. I reviewed my presentation, materials, and notes to ensure everything is organized and aligned.
Week 7 Reflection
This week, I focused on final preparation for the upcoming stakeholder meeting by refining my presentation, developing supplemental materials, and organizing presenter notes. I synthesized assessment findings to strengthen my recommendations and ensured that all materials clearly reflected program goals, supporting data, and implementation considerations. I also prioritized self-evaluation and feedback to improve clarity and effectiveness before distribution. Although the week was largely preparation-focused, these intentional steps strengthened the overall quality of the meeting and ensured readiness for productive stakeholder engagement.
Overall, this work aligned with competencies 1.4 (synthesizing assessment findings to inform planning), 1.4.4 (developing recommendations based on findings), 2.4 (developing plans and materials for implementation and evaluation), and 5.2 (engaging coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning).
Week 8 (Mar 2nd- Mar 6th)
- Daily Reflection- Mar 2th
- Today, I facilitated my stakeholder meeting, which went very well. I appreciated how collaborative the discussion was and how many thoughtful options participants offered. Key discussion points included determining where the program should be housed within UHC and the potential addition of group cessation sessions for students. This matters because stakeholder input directly shapes program structure, feasibility, and student accessibility. Next, I will synthesize the feedback, clarify next steps regarding program placement, and prepare for the next meeting which would focus on the model of the program and the visions.
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- 1.4.4: Develop recommendations based off findings
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
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- Today, I facilitated my stakeholder meeting, which went very well. I appreciated how collaborative the discussion was and how many thoughtful options participants offered. Key discussion points included determining where the program should be housed within UHC and the potential addition of group cessation sessions for students. This matters because stakeholder input directly shapes program structure, feasibility, and student accessibility. Next, I will synthesize the feedback, clarify next steps regarding program placement, and prepare for the next meeting which would focus on the model of the program and the visions.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 3rd
- Today, I reviewed and compiled my stakeholder meeting notes so I can clearly discuss key findings and takeaways with Amelia. Organizing the feedback helped me identify common themes, priorities, and areas that need further clarification. This matters because synthesizing stakeholder input strengthens decision-making and ensures the next steps are strategic and aligned. Next, I will meet with Amelia to review these findings and determine actionable next steps for the program.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning.
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
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- Today, I reviewed and compiled my stakeholder meeting notes so I can clearly discuss key findings and takeaways with Amelia. Organizing the feedback helped me identify common themes, priorities, and areas that need further clarification. This matters because synthesizing stakeholder input strengthens decision-making and ensures the next steps are strategic and aligned. Next, I will meet with Amelia to review these findings and determine actionable next steps for the program.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 4
- Today, I worked on developing my second presentation for stakeholders and started drafting potential workflows for the smoking cessation program. This matters because outlining workflows helps clarify how the program will operate, including referral processes and service delivery. Next, I will continue refining the presentation and workflow drafts to ensure they are clear and practical for stakeholder review.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation.
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- Today, I worked on developing my second presentation for stakeholders and started drafting potential workflows for the smoking cessation program. This matters because outlining workflows helps clarify how the program will operate, including referral processes and service delivery. Next, I will continue refining the presentation and workflow drafts to ensure they are clear and practical for stakeholder review.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 5th
- Today, I worked on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis as assigned by my manager. This involved examining factors that influence tobacco use and cessation support within the campus environment. This matters because understanding these broader influences helps identify opportunities for sustainable, system-level changes that can strengthen the smoking cessation program. Next, I will continue refining the analysis and identify key recommendations to support program planning and implementation.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process.
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- Today, I worked on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis as assigned by my manager. This involved examining factors that influence tobacco use and cessation support within the campus environment. This matters because understanding these broader influences helps identify opportunities for sustainable, system-level changes that can strengthen the smoking cessation program. Next, I will continue refining the analysis and identify key recommendations to support program planning and implementation.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 6th
- Today, I continued working on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis. This matters because examining these broader factors helps identify opportunities for sustainable changes that can support tobacco cessation efforts on campus.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process.
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- Today, I continued working on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis. This matters because examining these broader factors helps identify opportunities for sustainable changes that can support tobacco cessation efforts on campus.
Week 8 Reflection
This week focused on facilitating collaboration and advancing the planning process for the smoking cessation program. I led a stakeholder meeting that generated valuable discussion around where the program should be housed within UHC and the possibility of offering group cessation sessions for students. After the meeting, I reviewed and synthesized stakeholder feedback to identify key priorities and next steps. I also began developing a second stakeholder presentation and drafting potential program workflows to clarify service delivery and referral processes. Additionally, I worked on a policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis to better understand the broader factors influencing tobacco cessation support on campus. Overall, these activities strengthened program planning, incorporated stakeholder input, and supported the development of evidence-informed recommendations.
Week 9 (Mar 16th- Mar 20th)
- Daily Reflection- Mar 16th
- Today, I continued drafting potential workflows for the smoking cessation program and worked further on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis for review. This matters because developing clear workflows and understanding system-level influences helps ensure the program is structured effectively and aligned with campus resources. Next, I will refine both documents and prepare them for feedback from my supervisor.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
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- Today, I continued drafting potential workflows for the smoking cessation program and worked further on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis for review. This matters because developing clear workflows and understanding system-level influences helps ensure the program is structured effectively and aligned with campus resources. Next, I will refine both documents and prepare them for feedback from my supervisor.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 17th
- Like yesterday, I continued drafting potential workflows and working on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis, completing the systems section today. This matters because clearly defining system-level factors helps identify how services will be delivered and integrated across campus. Next, I will continue refining the remaining sections and prepare the full analysis for review.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
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- Like yesterday, I continued drafting potential workflows and working on my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis, completing the systems section today. This matters because clearly defining system-level factors helps identify how services will be delivered and integrated across campus. Next, I will continue refining the remaining sections and prepare the full analysis for review.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 18th
- Today, I finalized my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis and continued developing workflows for the smoking cessation program. This matters because completing the analysis provides a strong foundation for identifying system-level improvements, while refining workflows helps ensure the program is practical and well-structured. Next, I will review both documents for clarity and prepare them for feedback.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
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- Today, I finalized my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis and continued developing workflows for the smoking cessation program. This matters because completing the analysis provides a strong foundation for identifying system-level improvements, while refining workflows helps ensure the program is practical and well-structured. Next, I will review both documents for clarity and prepare them for feedback.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 19th
- Today, I met with Amelia and Mrs. Jackson to discuss next steps for my project following the preliminary stakeholder meeting and conversations with other directors. We focused on how the workflow would look and refining the overall program design. One key idea discussed was incorporating a case manager nurse to support the smoking cessation process and provide tailored options for students seeking assistance. This matters because defining roles and care pathways strengthens program structure, accessibility, and effectiveness. Next, I will begin integrating this model into my workflow and continue refining the program design.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I met with Amelia and Mrs. Jackson to discuss next steps for my project following the preliminary stakeholder meeting and conversations with other directors. We focused on how the workflow would look and refining the overall program design. One key idea discussed was incorporating a case manager nurse to support the smoking cessation process and provide tailored options for students seeking assistance. This matters because defining roles and care pathways strengthens program structure, accessibility, and effectiveness. Next, I will begin integrating this model into my workflow and continue refining the program design.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 20th
- Today, I continued working on my program workflow and reached out to Amelia for assistance and feedback on the draft. This matters because incorporating feedback helps strengthen the clarity, feasibility, and effectiveness of the workflow. Next, I will revise the draft based on her input and continue refining the program structure.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I continued working on my program workflow and reached out to Amelia for assistance and feedback on the draft. This matters because incorporating feedback helps strengthen the clarity, feasibility, and effectiveness of the workflow. Next, I will revise the draft based on her input and continue refining the program structure.
WeeK 9 Reflection
This week, I focused on finalizing key planning components for the smoking cessation program, including completing my policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) analysis and continuing to refine program workflows. These efforts strengthened my understanding of system-level influences and helped ensure the program is structured in a practical and sustainable way. I also collaborated with Amelia and Mrs. Jackson to discuss next steps and refine the program design, including the potential integration of a case manager nurse to support individualized cessation services. Additionally, I sought feedback to improve the clarity and feasibility of my workflow. Overall, this week emphasized translating assessment findings into actionable plans and strengthening stakeholder collaboration to support effective implementation.
Week 10 (Mar 23rd – Mar 27th)
- Daily Reflection- Mar 23rd
- Today, I met with Amelia to review notes from our previous meeting and gain more clarity on the program workflow. This helped refine my understanding of how the program should be structured and how different components will function together. This matters because having a clear and well-defined workflow is essential for effective implementation and coordination. Next, I will incorporate this feedback and continue refining the workflow draft.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I met with Amelia to review notes from our previous meeting and gain more clarity on the program workflow. This helped refine my understanding of how the program should be structured and how different components will function together. This matters because having a clear and well-defined workflow is essential for effective implementation and coordination. Next, I will incorporate this feedback and continue refining the workflow draft.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 24th
- Today, I finalized my workflow draft for the smoking cessation program and plan to have it reviewed by Amelia this week. This matters because completing the draft provides a clear structure for program implementation and allows for targeted feedback to improve feasibility and effectiveness. Next, I will incorporate feedback and make any necessary revisions to strengthen the workflow.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
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- Today, I finalized my workflow draft for the smoking cessation program and plan to have it reviewed by Amelia this week. This matters because completing the draft provides a clear structure for program implementation and allows for targeted feedback to improve feasibility and effectiveness. Next, I will incorporate feedback and make any necessary revisions to strengthen the workflow.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 25th
- Today, I scheduled my final presentation and a demo meeting with the EX Program to discuss our interest and review pricing. This matters because securing a demo provides insight into program features, cost, and feasibility, which will help inform decision-making for implementation. Next, I will prepare questions for the demo and ensure my final presentation reflects these potential program options.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I scheduled my final presentation and a demo meeting with the EX Program to discuss our interest and review pricing. This matters because securing a demo provides insight into program features, cost, and feasibility, which will help inform decision-making for implementation. Next, I will prepare questions for the demo and ensure my final presentation reflects these potential program options.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 26th
- Today, I sent my workflow draft to Amelia for review and began outlining my final presentation. This matters because receiving feedback will help refine the workflow, while early preparation ensures my final presentation is clear, organized, and aligned with program goals. Next, I will incorporate feedback and continue developing my presentation content.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
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- Today, I sent my workflow draft to Amelia for review and began outlining my final presentation. This matters because receiving feedback will help refine the workflow, while early preparation ensures my final presentation is clear, organized, and aligned with program goals. Next, I will incorporate feedback and continue developing my presentation content.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 27
- Today, I organized my final presentation by adding title slides and outlining the materials needed for the final meeting. This matters because strong organization ensures a clear, professional delivery and helps keep the meeting focused and efficient. Next, I will continue building out the content and finalize supporting materials.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
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- Today, I organized my final presentation by adding title slides and outlining the materials needed for the final meeting. This matters because strong organization ensures a clear, professional delivery and helps keep the meeting focused and efficient. Next, I will continue building out the content and finalize supporting materials.
Week 10 Reflection
This week, I focused on finalizing and refining key components of the smoking cessation program, particularly the program workflow and final presentation. After meeting with Amelia to gain clarity, I completed my workflow draft and submitted it for feedback to improve feasibility and structure. I also scheduled my final presentation and coordinated a demo with the EX Program to better understand potential implementation options, including cost and features. Additionally, I began outlining and organizing my final presentation to ensure it is clear, professional, and aligned with program goals. Overall, this week emphasized translating planning into actionable deliverables, incorporating feedback, and preparing for final stakeholder engagement and decision-making.
Week 11 (Mar 30th-Apr 3rd)
- Daily Reflection- Mar 30th
- Today, I reached out to Amelia to coordinate scheduling a meeting with Missy (our director) ahead of my final presentation. This matters because meeting beforehand will allow me to align expectations, gather final feedback, and ensure my presentation reflects leadership priorities. Next, I will confirm the meeting time and prepare key points to discuss.
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- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I reached out to Amelia to coordinate scheduling a meeting with Missy (our director) ahead of my final presentation. This matters because meeting beforehand will allow me to align expectations, gather final feedback, and ensure my presentation reflects leadership priorities. Next, I will confirm the meeting time and prepare key points to discuss.
- Daily Reflection- Mar 31st
- Today, I scheduled my meeting with Missy and began preparing questions for my upcoming demo meeting with the Program Director. This matters because thoughtful preparation will help me gather key information about program features, implementation, and fit for our campus. Next, I will finalize my questions and prepare to engage effectively during the demo.
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- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
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- Today, I scheduled my meeting with Missy and began preparing questions for my upcoming demo meeting with the Program Director. This matters because thoughtful preparation will help me gather key information about program features, implementation, and fit for our campus. Next, I will finalize my questions and prepare to engage effectively during the demo.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 1st
- Today, I met with Amelia to review feedback on my workflow draft and brainstorm additional deliverables for my final presentation. One key idea was creating a template within the PnC (EHR system) for nurse documentation. This matters because incorporating structured documentation tools will support consistency, improve care coordination, and strengthen program implementation. Next, I will begin developing the EHR template and integrate it into my final presentation materials.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I met with Amelia to review feedback on my workflow draft and brainstorm additional deliverables for my final presentation. One key idea was creating a template within the PnC (EHR system) for nurse documentation. This matters because incorporating structured documentation tools will support consistency, improve care coordination, and strengthen program implementation. Next, I will begin developing the EHR template and integrate it into my final presentation materials.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 2nd
- Today, I began researching best practices, trigger situations, and optimal follow-up timing within smoking cessation. This matters because understanding evidence-based strategies and patient behavior patterns will help design a more effective and responsive program. Next, I will synthesize these findings and incorporate them into my program design and final presentation.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I began researching best practices, trigger situations, and optimal follow-up timing within smoking cessation. This matters because understanding evidence-based strategies and patient behavior patterns will help design a more effective and responsive program. Next, I will synthesize these findings and incorporate them into my program design and final presentation.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 3rd.
- Today, I met with Gregg, Director of Development and Partnerships at the Truth Initiative. We discussed the program’s history, pricing, and the benefits of partnering with their organization. This matters because understanding partnership opportunities helps assess feasibility, cost, and potential impact for implementing a smoking cessation program on campus. Next, I will evaluate how this partnership aligns with our program goals and incorporate key insights into my final presentation.
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- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I met with Gregg, Director of Development and Partnerships at the Truth Initiative. We discussed the program’s history, pricing, and the benefits of partnering with their organization. This matters because understanding partnership opportunities helps assess feasibility, cost, and potential impact for implementing a smoking cessation program on campus. Next, I will evaluate how this partnership aligns with our program goals and incorporate key insights into my final presentation.
Week 11 Reflection
This week, I focused on strengthening final preparation for my smoking cessation program by advancing stakeholder coordination, refining program materials, and exploring implementation strategies. I coordinated and scheduled key meetings with leadership to align expectations ahead of my final presentation, while also preparing for a demo and identifying critical questions to assess program fit. I collaborated with Amelia to refine my workflow and brainstorm additional deliverables, including developing an EHR documentation template to support consistent care. In addition, I conducted research on best practices, trigger situations, and follow-up timing to ensure the program is evidence-based. Finally, I met with the Truth Initiative to learn more about partnership opportunities, including program structure and pricing. Overall, this week emphasized integrating feedback, strengthening program design, and ensuring readiness for final stakeholder engagement and decision-making.
Week 12 ( Apr 6th- Apr 10th)
- Daily Reflection- Apr 6th
- Today, I worked on developing my active workflow, which differs from my passive workflow, by focusing on patients who are actively seeking smoking cessation resources. This matters because tailoring workflows to different levels of patient readiness ensures more targeted, efficient, and effective support. Next, I will continue refining both workflows and ensure they align with program goals and service delivery.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I worked on developing my active workflow, which differs from my passive workflow, by focusing on patients who are actively seeking smoking cessation resources. This matters because tailoring workflows to different levels of patient readiness ensures more targeted, efficient, and effective support. Next, I will continue refining both workflows and ensure they align with program goals and service delivery.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 7th
- Today, I focused on clearly explaining the workflow by creating a document that outlines each step and how all components fit together. This matters because having a detailed, step-by-step guide improves clarity, supports implementation, and ensures all stakeholders understand the process. Next, I will refine the document and align it with my final presentation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I focused on clearly explaining the workflow by creating a document that outlines each step and how all components fit together. This matters because having a detailed, step-by-step guide improves clarity, supports implementation, and ensures all stakeholders understand the process. Next, I will refine the document and align it with my final presentation.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 8th
- Today, I began developing the nurse education PnC walkthrough to create a comprehensive draft for the Electronic Health Record (EHR). As part of this process, I outlined the key steps involved in the workflow and identified areas where further clarification or resources may be needed. My goal is to ensure that the walkthrough is clear and useful for training purposes and aligns with best practices in clinical documentation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I began developing the nurse education PnC walkthrough to create a comprehensive draft for the Electronic Health Record (EHR). As part of this process, I outlined the key steps involved in the workflow and identified areas where further clarification or resources may be needed. My goal is to ensure that the walkthrough is clear and useful for training purposes and aligns with best practices in clinical documentation.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 9th
- Today, I began developing a document outlining best practices and trigger situations for smoking intervention. This matters because identifying effective strategies and common triggers will help tailor interventions to better support individuals attempting to quit. Next, I will continue building out the document and integrate these insights into my program design and training materials.
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- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I began developing a document outlining best practices and trigger situations for smoking intervention. This matters because identifying effective strategies and common triggers will help tailor interventions to better support individuals attempting to quit. Next, I will continue building out the document and integrate these insights into my program design and training materials.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 10th
- Today, I finalized my upcoming presentation meeting with UHC stakeholders and continued refining my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because securing the meeting ensures alignment with key stakeholders, while strengthening the best practices document supports an evidence-based and effective program design. Next, I will finalize my materials and prepare for the presentation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I finalized my upcoming presentation meeting with UHC stakeholders and continued refining my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because securing the meeting ensures alignment with key stakeholders, while strengthening the best practices document supports an evidence-based and effective program design. Next, I will finalize my materials and prepare for the presentation.
Week 12 Reflection
This week, I focused on strengthening the implementation and training components of the smoking cessation program. I refined both active and passive workflows to better address varying levels of patient readiness and created a detailed document outlining each step to improve clarity and usability. I also began developing a nurse education walkthrough for the EHR system, ensuring alignment with clinical documentation best practices. In addition, I started compiling a best practices and trigger situations document to support more tailored and effective interventions. Overall, this work enhanced the program’s structure, usability, and evidence-based foundation, supporting both implementation and training efforts.
Week 13 (Apr 13th- Apr 17th)
- Daily Reflection- Apr 13th
- Today, I finalized my upcoming presentation meeting with UHC stakeholders and continued developing my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because securing the meeting ensures alignment with stakeholders, while strengthening the best practices document supports an evidence-based and effective program design. Next, I will continue refining my materials and prepare for the final presentation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I finalized my upcoming presentation meeting with UHC stakeholders and continued developing my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because securing the meeting ensures alignment with stakeholders, while strengthening the best practices document supports an evidence-based and effective program design. Next, I will continue refining my materials and prepare for the final presentation.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 14th
- Today, I researched optimal follow-up timing for college students and incorporated these findings into my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because appropriate follow-up timing can improve engagement, accountability, and overall success rates for students attempting to quit. Next, I will continue refining the document and ensure these recommendations are integrated into the program workflow and training materials.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I researched optimal follow-up timing for college students and incorporated these findings into my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because appropriate follow-up timing can improve engagement, accountability, and overall success rates for students attempting to quit. Next, I will continue refining the document and ensure these recommendations are integrated into the program workflow and training materials.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 15th
- Today, I researched common trigger situations among college students and incorporated these insights into my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because understanding triggers such as stress, social settings, and academic pressures allows for more tailored and effective intervention strategies. Next, I will continue refining the document and ensure these insights are integrated into program workflows and training materials.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 1.4: Synthesize assessment findings to inform the planning process
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I researched common trigger situations among college students and incorporated these insights into my best practices document for smoking cessation. This matters because understanding triggers such as stress, social settings, and academic pressures allows for more tailored and effective intervention strategies. Next, I will continue refining the document and ensure these insights are integrated into program workflows and training materials.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 16th
- Today, I worked on incorporating Amelia’s feedback into my PnC layout and workflow, making revisions to improve clarity and usability. I also began organizing all my documents and workflows to ensure they are aligned and consistent. This matters because alignment across materials strengthens implementation, reduces confusion, and supports a more cohesive program design. Next, I will continue refining these documents and prepare them for my final presentation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I worked on incorporating Amelia’s feedback into my PnC layout and workflow, making revisions to improve clarity and usability. I also began organizing all my documents and workflows to ensure they are aligned and consistent. This matters because alignment across materials strengthens implementation, reduces confusion, and supports a more cohesive program design. Next, I will continue refining these documents and prepare them for my final presentation.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 17th
- Today, I finalized my draft proposal for “Dinner with 12 Strangers,” which will be included in my final presentation. This initiative introduces a community-based approach to smoking cessation by fostering peer support and shared experiences. This matters because integrating innovative, social strategies can enhance engagement and improve program effectiveness. Next, I will organize the content and develop a PowerPoint to clearly and professionally present the proposal.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I finalized my draft proposal for “Dinner with 12 Strangers,” which will be included in my final presentation. This initiative introduces a community-based approach to smoking cessation by fostering peer support and shared experiences. This matters because integrating innovative, social strategies can enhance engagement and improve program effectiveness. Next, I will organize the content and develop a PowerPoint to clearly and professionally present the proposal.
Week 13 Reflection
This week, I focused on strengthening the final components of my smoking cessation program by integrating research, refining materials, and preparing for stakeholder presentation. I confirmed logistics for my final meeting and continued developing a best practices document, incorporating evidence on follow-up timing and common trigger situations among college students to support more tailored interventions. I also revised my PnC workflow and materials based on feedback, ensuring alignment and clarity across all components. Additionally, I developed an innovative “Dinner with 12 Strangers” proposal to enhance peer support and engagement within the program. Overall, this week emphasized translating research into actionable strategies, refining deliverables, and ensuring readiness for final stakeholder engagement.
Week 14 (Apr 20th – Apr 24th)
- Daily Reflection- Apr 20th
- Today, I met with Missy and Amelia to review my deliverables ahead of my final presentation next Monday. They provided valuable feedback on my ideas and helped refine key components of my project. This matters because incorporating leadership feedback ensures my work is aligned with expectations and strengthens the overall quality of my presentation. Next, I will revise my materials based on their input and finalize everything in preparation for the presentation.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I met with Missy and Amelia to review my deliverables ahead of my final presentation next Monday. They provided valuable feedback on my ideas and helped refine key components of my project. This matters because incorporating leadership feedback ensures my work is aligned with expectations and strengthens the overall quality of my presentation. Next, I will revise my materials based on their input and finalize everything in preparation for the presentation.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 21st
- Today, I worked on building my final presentation by creating the overview, outlining the agenda, and incorporating my program workflows. This matters because a clear structure and strong foundation will help guide stakeholders through the content and ensure key information is communicated effectively. Next, I will continue developing the remaining slides and refine the presentation for clarity and flow.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I worked on building my final presentation by creating the overview, outlining the agenda, and incorporating my program workflows. This matters because a clear structure and strong foundation will help guide stakeholders through the content and ensure key information is communicated effectively. Next, I will continue developing the remaining slides and refine the presentation for clarity and flow.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 22nd
- Today, I focused on finalizing my presentation by incorporating detailed workflows, PnC documentation, and best practices. I also included a draft proposal for the “Dinner with 12 Strangers” idea. This matters because bringing all components together ensures the presentation is comprehensive, practical, and clearly demonstrates both implementation strategy and innovative engagement approaches. Next, I will review the full presentation for clarity, flow, and readiness ahead of delivery..
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I focused on finalizing my presentation by incorporating detailed workflows, PnC documentation, and best practices. I also included a draft proposal for the “Dinner with 12 Strangers” idea. This matters because bringing all components together ensures the presentation is comprehensive, practical, and clearly demonstrates both implementation strategy and innovative engagement approaches. Next, I will review the full presentation for clarity, flow, and readiness ahead of delivery..
- Daily Reflection- Apr 23rd.
- Today, I resumed work on my final presentation and began drafting the “Dinner with 12 Strangers” proposal section. I also completed the outlook section and added the active workflow to the presentation, which I will send to Missy for feedback. This matters because finalizing these components strengthens the overall narrative, ensures clarity in program delivery, and incorporates both strategic planning and engagement elements. Next, I will incorporate feedback and finalize the presentation for delivery.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- 5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I resumed work on my final presentation and began drafting the “Dinner with 12 Strangers” proposal section. I also completed the outlook section and added the active workflow to the presentation, which I will send to Missy for feedback. This matters because finalizing these components strengthens the overall narrative, ensures clarity in program delivery, and incorporates both strategic planning and engagement elements. Next, I will incorporate feedback and finalize the presentation for delivery.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 24th
- Today, I reviewed my presentation slides from yesterday and filled in remaining gaps, including updates to the agenda and outlook sections. This matters because refining these details improves clarity, flow, and overall coherence, ensuring the presentation is polished and easy for stakeholders to follow. Next, I will conduct a final review and prepare for delivery.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I reviewed my presentation slides from yesterday and filled in remaining gaps, including updates to the agenda and outlook sections. This matters because refining these details improves clarity, flow, and overall coherence, ensuring the presentation is polished and easy for stakeholders to follow. Next, I will conduct a final review and prepare for delivery.
Week 14 Reflection
This week, I focused on finalizing my smoking cessation program presentation by incorporating feedback, refining content, and ensuring overall cohesion. After meeting with leadership, I integrated their input to strengthen key components of my project. I built out the full presentation by organizing the agenda, workflows, PnC documentation, and best practices, while also developing the “Dinner with 12 Strangers” proposal as an innovative engagement strategy. Throughout the week, I continued revising and polishing the presentation, filling in gaps and improving clarity, flow, and overall structure. Overall, this week emphasized translating planning into a comprehensive, well-structured final product and ensuring readiness for stakeholder delivery.
- Daily Reflection- Apr 27th
- Today, I delivered my final presentation at the University Health Center on the smoking cessation program, and I truly enjoyed presenting my work. This matters because it marked the culmination of my research, planning, and collaboration, and provided an opportunity to share a comprehensive, evidence-based program with key stakeholders. Next, I will reflect on feedback from the presentation and consider how these insights can inform future work and program development.
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
5.2: Engage coalitions and stakeholders in addressing the health issue and planning
- 2.4: Develop plans and materials for implementation and evaluation
- Summary Matched with Competencies
- Today, I delivered my final presentation at the University Health Center on the smoking cessation program, and I truly enjoyed presenting my work. This matters because it marked the culmination of my research, planning, and collaboration, and provided an opportunity to share a comprehensive, evidence-based program with key stakeholders. Next, I will reflect on feedback from the presentation and consider how these insights can inform future work and program development.
