Master of Gerontological Studies, Miami University, 2020, Gerontology

Vision impairment has a significant impact on the quality of life. It is important to assess the burden of vision impairment and its associated factors. This helps to formulate effective interventions for its prevention and provide targeted assistance. This study aimed to identify the prevalence of vision impairment and its correlates among middle-aged and older Jirels, an indigenous group of people living in the rural part of Nepal. The data source for this study was Jiri Eye Study. The analytical sample size for this study is 1,054. Univariate, bivariate, and binary logistic regression techniques were used. About 24% of the participants had vision impairment. Age, gender, education, occupation, drinking status, and body mass index were all independently associated with vision impairment in the current study. Future studies examining the correlation of eye conditions and systemic conditions like diabetes and stroke with vision impairment should be carried out. Findings from this study could be used to bring eye health programs to reduce the burden of vision impairment in this indigenous group of people.

Committee: Sara McLaughlin PhD (Committee Chair); Jonathon Vivoda PhD (Committee Member); Saruna Ghimire PhD (Committee Member) Subjects: Gerontology

Master of Arts (MA), Ohio University, 2013, Film (Fine Arts)

This thesis deals with the construction of American Indian identity in what I define as Native American cinema. It takes into account issues relating to the representation of American Indians in Hollywood film and television, as well as the idea that Native American cinema functions as a counter cinema in relation to Hollywood. This work examines notions of American Indian identity through the films of Chris Eyre, Sherman Alexie, Kent Mackenzie, Michael Linn, and others.

Committee: Ofer Eliaz Dr. (Committee Chair); Louis Schwartz Dr. (Committee Member); Katherine Jellison Dr. (Committee Member) Subjects: Film Studies