Taylor Morgan

The Relationship Between Psychological Disorders and the Criminal Justice System

In this evidence-based synthesis paper, I reviewed research on the complex relationship between crime and psychological disorders (PDs). Stigma, prejudice, and discrimination toward people with psychological disorders stem, in part, from the absence of a research-informed media and criminal justice system, which can result in limited awareness, advocacy, resources, and social acceptance. I examined 15 studies from 2019 to 2023 on the lack of resources for PDs in correctional facilities and the influence of the media in maintaining stereotypes. I also included case studies and additional supplementary sources in my review. Additionally, I highlighted the necessity for a comprehensive understanding of these disorders by giving a general review of the classification of PDs and their prevalence in correctional settings. The debate over appropriate punishment and the division between the criminal justice system and psychiatric hospitals are among the issues that emerged regarding the difficulties associated with managing PDs in the system. Research indicates that we need to change the criminal justice system to better serve people with PDs by providing more financing for mental health facilities and better treatment alternatives. Future research can further societal knowledge on this topic, create potential policy changes within the criminal justice system, and advocate for comprehensive mental health reform.

PSY 499, Senior Capstone

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Erin Mueller

S100

2:30 – 3 PM

Kainalu Ortogero

Martin Luther and the Religious Wars 

I will be talking about Martin Luther and who he was and how he impacted the religious world during his time. I will also incorporate his potty language and how it was directed towards the corrupt catholic church. I will also go into depth about how and why the Catholic church of this time his corrupt and bad. Furthermore, I will talk about how Martin Luther played a role in the start of the religious war. He may not have done or meant it directly but it was indirectly. 

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization II

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Bella Parque & Ella Schauer

A 1st Year Teacher’s Survival Guide 

This ACE Day presentation serves to answer the research question of: “How can first year teachers raise classroom expectations to encourage student engagement?” In essence, this ACE Day presentation serves as a means to better equip first year teachers with the skills of positive classroom management and well developed relationships with students. These skills will promote a positive learning environment to encourage student engagement. This culture adds a rigorous curriculum for students that challenges their thinking at the high school level. This presentation also provides incentives for keeping students on their toes and not giving them too much leeway on the CCSS curriculum. 

The presentation starts from the teachers perspective about how classroom management is a key element in controlling the outcome of student engagement and respect. It transitions into how that positive environment impacts student engagement and assignment products. The research that will be presented from the teacher side of our product will include struggles that first year teachers experience when creating positive classroom management and how they can develop skills to improve this area. It then goes into detail of providing the means for encouraging high expectations and a reactive response from students who are actively pursuing academic achievement. The goal of this presentation is to present multiple proposed solutions for both first year teachers who are creating positive classroom engagement as well as students who are being encouraged to achieve more in the classroom. The results we anticipate to present is that when a first year teacher raises classroom expectations students are able to perform at a higher academic level.

EDUC 321, Classroom Relations & Management

Brian Kaelin

Bucher Room

10 AM – Noon

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Wyatt Pepiot

In The Trenches of The Great War

First I will talk about the causes of World War One and then move to talking about the soldiers. Then I will use my primary source from our textbook “A History Of Western Society” This source is about poetry that was written by soldiers in the trenches. Then I plan to expand on the aspects of trench warfare and the uses of deadly gases. Then I will End with the ending of the war and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization II

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Annika Poet

Cinnamaldehyde and functional isomers: structure-activity analysis and antibacterial properties mediated through dihydropteroate synthase in Gram +/-  bacteria.

Cinnamon oil has been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes. More recently, it has been shown to have antidiabetic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. We have investigated the antibacterial properties of cinnamaldehyde, a component of cinnamon oil, against two gram-positive (Bacillus cereus and Bacillus megaterium) and two gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli and Serratia marcescens) which are facultative anaerobic. When compared to other functional isomers, the aldehyde group and length of the aryl chain are important factors in determining antibacterial activity. Further, additions to the aromatic ring show small differences while additions to the aryl chain significantly abolish the effects. Together, these results suggest a “lock and key”, leading us to hypothesize that the mechanism of action of cinnamaldehyde is an enzyme/receptor mediated event. To test this hypothesis, we established bacterial growth curves to show cinnamaldehyde is bacteriostatic rather than bactericidal. Additionally, in our pharmacological studies, we have shown for the first time that cinnamaldehyde acts as an inhibitor of dihydropteroate synthase, a key component of folate metabolism. Results show that cinnamaldehyde is in competition with known substrates. As dihydropteroate synthesis is only found in microorganisms, this enzyme represents an ideal target for the development of novel antibacterial/antimicrobial agents. 

BIOL 496, Research

Colin Willis & Paul Allee

Bucher Room, 10 AM – Noon

W100, 1:30 – 2 PM

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Caleb Premo

Wollstonecraft versus Rousseau: Early Feminism in the Enlightenment 

In the world’s modern discourse, it is nearly impossible to avoid conversations about the nature of contemporary feminism. Despite the notion that feminism and the push for women’s rights is a fairly recent issue, Mary Wollstonecraft is arguably one of the key matriarchs of the modern feminist movement. Wollstonecraft highlights the hateful ideals surrounding women at the time in “A Vindication for Women’s Rights” to respond to the hateful ideals encouraged by Jean-Jacques Rousseau in “Emile.” With her main argument critiquing the fallibility of enlightenment logic, Wollstonecraft effectively mothers the main question surrounding feminist rhetoric: how can society claim to prioritize equality under God, when half of those on the planet are unequal? In focusing on the irony surrounding this backward logic, the argument between Wollstonecraft and Rousseau helps frame feminism today. 

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization ll

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Benjamin Randol

The Care Farm Consultation Project

As part of my honors thesis, I will present my work as part of the group business capstone project. I will explain, week by week, what I accomplished as team leader as well as the work of the other team members. For additional work, I will also give a small presentation on the history and legal protections of whistleblowers in the United States as a foreword to the capstone presentation. 

BUS 499, Business Strategy and Policy

Pete Diffenderfer & Connie Diffenderfer

P103

10 – 11 AM

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Benjamin Randol

Muller v. Oregon: A Progressively Controversial Decision

I will be giving a Pecha-Kucha presentation on Muller v. Oregon, a landmark Supreme Court case in 1908 that ruled on women’s rights in the workplace. I will explain the context of the case, the case’s proceedings, the Supreme Court’s decision, and the legacy of that decision. I will also raise questions on some of the argumentation methods used in the court hearings. 

HIST 340, Race, Ethnicity, and Gender in American Culture

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Benjamin Randol

The Three Great Ones

I will be giving a Pecha-Kucha presentation, telling the history of Mexican Muralism Movement through the perspectives of three great artists during the era: Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco, and David Alfaro Siquieros. I will explain how these men, through some of their most famous artworks, showcased their pride for their country, their views on society and politics, and their hopes for the future of Mexico. 

HIST 440, Latin American Civilization

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Benjamin Randol

Marketing for Bushnell Softball Senior Night

I will be giving a Power Point presentation on my group’s final project for the class: creating and marketing an event for an assigned Bushnell sport. My group was assigned to Bushnell softball. I will explain how my group planned our event: a tailgate for the softball team’s senior night game. I will also go over the various marketing strategies we employed before and during the event. Lastly, I will give my take on the results of our marketing campaign. 

MKTG 436, Sports Marketing

Pete Diffenderfer

P103

11:30 AM – Noon

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Adam Sabatino

Mental Health Challenges and Support Strategies Among College Athletes

For this evidence-based synthesis paper, I reviewed the research conducted from 15 empirical research articles dating from 2018 to 2023 covering a wide variety of information about mental health in college athletes. A common approach found in all of the evaluated articles was the use of surveys, which provided a foundation for comprehending the complex nature of mental health issues. This research of college athletes included a range of backgrounds, including differing racial, gender, and age demographics. Researchers were able to obtain complex insights into the unique perspectives and experiences of collegiate athletes by using this methodological technique. In addition, a number of the articles used a comparison approach, contrasting collegiate athletes’ experiences with their peers’ non-athletic or professional experiences in terms of mental health. These comparative studies provide insight into the particular pressures and weaknesses experienced by collegiate athletes in the larger framework of academic life and sports competitiveness. For example, some research found variances in the mental health outcomes of players and non-athletes, and these variations were linked to the unique demands and stresses of collegiate athletics.

PSY 499, Senior Capstone

Erin Mueller

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S100

3 – 3:30 PM

Keziah Santik

The Significance of Scatological Humor in the Protestant Reformation

Martin Luther, well-known for his vociferous theological statements opposing the papacy, was one of the founders of the Protestant Reformation. What most people are not aware of, however, was his frequently use of potty humor when describing his spiritual experiences and encounters with the pope. This was revolutionary for the time because it shattered the illusion that people had toward religious authority as the ultimate spiritual mediator between them and God. This shift in mindset brought about a great change in 14th century Europe, resulting in the many Christian denominations we have today.

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization ll

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Samuel Sau

Luther: A Reformation of Mind, Faith, and Christianity

Christianity as we know today is as diverse as it is strong in America. We can see this especially prevalent among the Protestant community. However, in order to understand the meaning of Protestantism we must first understand the meanings and roots behind such a category of Christianity. This presentation on martin Luther and his many reformed ideas during his time and that of the Holy Roman Catholic Church, especially the leader, the Pope. We will discover how Luther battled with the longstanding ideas and traditions of the Catholic Church which would eventually give birth to what we know today as, Protestantism.

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization ll

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Bethany Smith

Addressing Math Anxiety in Elementary Students

Math anxiety in students can lead to behavioral changes and adversely impact their achievement in math. This presentation will explore research surrounding strategies to support students with math anxiety at the elementary level. This presentation was largely based on a specific 3rd grade student who was exhibiting negative behaviors at the start of math. This student is testing between the 15th and 30th percentile in math and has expressed that they feel like they are bad at math. Although I am limited in my ability to implement strategies, I have proposed several research-based strategies to support this student and others who are struggling with similar math related anxiety. 

EDUC 321, Classroom Relations & Management

Brian Kaelin

Bucher Room

10 AM – Noon

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John Stephens

National Eulogy

In 1999 President Clinton gave a speech at Columbine High School addressing the mass Shooting and in doing so created a new Genre called National School Shooting Eulogies. Generic criticism attempts to sort types of speeches into categories in order to either give them new meaning and find what is interesting about them or just organize ideas. Generic descriptions asks if this is a new species, what the style and substance is, and what the organizing principle is. Clinton specifically addresses the people of Columbine  since he is at the high school which is what was unique about this speech at the time. However he also speaks o the entirety of the United States as it is televised. His speech patterns are then more empathetic and personable for these specific small town people. The substance of his speech was story telling that empowers people and he also provides solutions through politics when he says “You have provoked Hillary and me and the Vice President and Mrs. Gore to reach out across America to launch a national grass-roots campaign against violence directed against young people. You can be a part of that”. The organizing principle is leadership and caring. This tactic has been used to rally much of the nation together but what is required in a tragedy in order for a president to visit the town to give a speech? Is it the terror or the political climate?

COMM 441, Rhetorical Criticism

Doyle Srader

Bucher Room

10 AM – Noon

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John Stephens

Applying the Brand Gap

The book The Brand Gap is an excellent example for how good marketing is done. In order to do this organizations must differentiate, collaborate, innovate, validate, cultivate cultivate which are all major terms that are used in this book. Some organizations tend to do these fairly poorly such as a lot of churches. I have attended two churches on the opposite ends of the spectrum that do marketing poorly by either over or under marketing. Some organizations just have not implemented a plan yet such as the Cottage Grove Humane Society which needs a structured plan of establishing a memorable brand, advertising well, and following the principles of this book.

IDS 499, Senior Capstone

James Berry

P114

1 – 1:30 PM

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Emmett Stevens

Persecution or Christian Nationalism: The Christian Way

This paper will examine how faith in the context of church persecution is meant to inform the understanding of Christianity in American Christian culture. Using sources from theologians, peer-reviewed research, testimonials, biblical passages, and other historical sources and articles, the essay explores what persecution for faith looks like in modern times and ancient times, followed by defining features of Christian nationalism, and how the persecuted expression of faith seems to be incongruent with the views of Christian Nationalism and nationalistic positions. 

CM 499, Senior Capstone

Agam Iheanyi-Igwe

L204

2:30 – 3 PM

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Bethany Struthers

Trauma-Informed Strategies for Building Resilience

The research question of this presentation is: “How do ACEs and explicit instruction of resilience methods affect education?” where I will be exploring what ACEs are, how they affect those who have experienced them, and what kinds of resilience techniques can be helpful to them.  I will also be researching what the explicit instruction of resilience affects education in the traditional public education classroom.  After noticing the behavior of several of my students in my kindergarten practicum placement with known ACEs, I wanted to know more about how I can help them, and if the explicit instruction of resilience methods is helpful for them to learn how to self-regulate and continue to participate in classroom activities.  The proposed strategies include creating and sticking to a consistent schedule, creating proper physical boundaries, providing exit strategies as needed such as placing students near the edge of the classroom, and teaching self-regulation and mindfulness strategies. 

EDUC 321, Classroom Relations & Management

Brian Kaelin

Bucher Room

10 AM – Noon

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Niamh Taylor-Hughes

Athletes must restrict their use of social media in order to maintain a good performance.

Athletes must restrict their use of social media in order to maintain a good performance. The term ‘social media’ refers to the various internet-based networks that enable users to interact with others, verbally and visually (Carr & Hayes, Citation2015). Social media is the fastest growing form of communication currently. There are positive and negative sides to social media, as there is for everything. The usage of social media is set to continue growing as there are currently 4.95 billion social media users globally (Shewale R., 2024). Most people you come across have some form of social media. People’s usage of social media ranges from news, keeping in touch with family/friends, or business. There are so many platforms of social media such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, VSCO, Snapchat, and the list goes on. Facebook has the highest number of users with 3.05 billion individuals having accounts (Braghieri 2022). With the high usage of social media, there has been a strong connection seen between social media and poor mental health. 

IDS 499, Senior Capstone

James Berry

P114

11 – 11:30 AM

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Livia Tjoelker

Young-earth Creationists Integration of Faith & Science

Although the evolutionary view on the creation of life is often trademarked as the only scientific view, a literal interpretation of scripture can be supplemented by many different forms of science and research. First and foremost, embryonic development. The entire foundation of my argument will be built beginning with the earliest stages of our human life. Secondly, I will unpack baraminology, a term coined by creation biologist Frank Marsh. Baraminology is the study of created kinds and comes from two Hebrew words; ‘bara’ (created) and ‘min’ (kind) (Wood). Baraminology demonstrates God’s intentionality, perfect organization, and Adam’s role in the garden of Eden. Next, I will discuss the interesting topic on the validity of the flood found in the book of Genesis approximately 4,359 years ago (Wright). Lastly, I will provide the most common alternative view of evolution which I have taken a college course for and will supply a theological argument that implores believers to hold firm to scripture rather than what the world says. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1. The infallible, inerrant, word of God explicitly explains the beginning of creation. For Christians, this verse should be sufficient for understanding the beginning of creation and every living thing around us. With scripture as the basis of truth over all else, we can dive into other aspects of life that supplement biblical understanding of the world around us. I believe it is honoring to the Lord to acknowledge the mystery of creation and that as mere humans we will not ever be able to fully understand every facet of life that God providentially designed. With this attitude as creation scientists, we can dive into the beauty of creation, learn as much as we can about how our Maker’s design, and elevate Him with our discoveries. In addition, as believers it is important to stand firm and defend our faith when the enemy works through the doubts and criticisms of others. For many people the book of Genesis is not sufficient so as defenders of the faith, we can take what we know about the world around us and affirm what scripture has already told us. This is a daunting task, and it is true how hard the evil one works while trying to lure us into compromising our faith but there have been many young-earth creationists who have walked ahead of us.   

IDS 499, Senior Capstone

James Berry

P114

11:30 AM – Noon

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Amanda Torres-Sanchez

The impact of adverse childhood experiences and interventions for long-term well-being.

Everyone deserves to live a life that brings them safety, comfort, flourishment, and love. Unfortunately, some people face unimaginable events early on in their lives that affect the trajectory of it. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are significant events that may affect how children perceive life and act toward others. Some may experience a triumphant story of overcoming the odds that were stacked against them, and some may lead a life of dysfunction. Many children who have faced ACEs have entered the foster care system because of abuse and neglect from their primary caregivers. Actions by professionals and community members must be taken to support children in care who are struggling as a result of maltreatment to promote long-term well-being. In Lane County, some organizations are already doing great work to care for these children who have experienced hurt, but there is still much work that needs to be done. Psychological interventions like trauma-informed care and mentorship programs are crucial to promoting long-term well-being among youth in foster care. 

IDS 499, Senior Capstone

James Berry

P114

1:30 – 2 PM

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Haleigh Wambolt

Mary Wollstonecraft and womens rights

My presentation is on Mary Wollstonecraft. She was an advocate for women’s rights until the late 20th century. She advocates educating children into the emerging middle-class ethos. Wollstonecraft’s A Vindication of the Rights of Men (1790) criticizes aristocracy and promotes republicanism in reaction to Edmund Burke’s Reflection on the Revolution in France (1790), which was a defense of constitutional monarchy, aristocracy, and the Church of England. Among the first writings of feminist philosophy is a Vindication of the Rights of Woman, published in 1792. In it, Wollstonecraft makes the case that women should receive an education appropriate to their social status and assert that women are vital to the country because they raise its children and can be more than just wives-they can be their husbands’ “companions.” Most of Wollstonecraft’s early writings are devoted to education. She put together The Female Reader, an anthology of literary excerpts “for the improvement of young women.” In thoughts on the Education of Daughters (1787), her conduct book, and in Original stories from real life (1788), her children’s book, Wollstonecraft promotes teachings to kids in the values of developing middle-class ethos: Self-control, integrity, thrift, and social contentment. Both works stress the value of instilling reason in kids, demonstrating Wollstonecraft’s intellectual debt to the influential educational philosopher John Locke of the 17th century. Additionally, she advocates for women’s education in both texts-a contentious issue at the time that she would revisit throughout her career. According to Wollstonecraft, educated women make excellent mothers and spouses and will eventually make contributions to society. 

Again this is just a summary of some of the things I am going to talk about in my presentation. These are her contributions and her theories on education and women’s rights and equality. I will be adding more detail to the presentation and more in-depth detail about the effects on society that she made and her past life as well. 

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization ll

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Audri Ward

Leonard Defrance’s ‘A l’egide de Minerve’ An example of Change 

This presentation is based on Leonard Defrance’s painting ‘A l’egide de Minerve’, which shows a public square with many people, most of which are from different religions. This painting is significant because it takes place during the Enlightenment. This is important because previous to the Enlightenment most everybody had to be Catholic. This painting shows a major change. Change isn’t always easy and quick, but when people want change bad enough, they will do everything they can to make it happen.

HIST 152, History of Western Civilization ll

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Eryn Wilder

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Comprehensive Review of Comorbidities and Diagnosis 

In this evidence-based synthesis paper, I reviewed findings from 15 empirical studies ranging from 2023 to 2010, as well as the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5 TR). Using these studies, I summarized the current knowledge surrounding complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) and its high comorbidity rate with other psychological disorders. CPTSD has been conceptualized as a psychological disorder for many decades targeting individuals who have experienced prolonged and repeated​ trauma(s). There was much debate as to whether this was an evidence-based diagnosis until 2019 when the ICD-11 elected to​ include an adult version of​ CPTSD based on the validation of its ​research. Most researchers have found this a challenging disorder to both study and diagnose due to its symptom complexity, non-linearity origin, and extensive psychiatric​ comorbidity. Researchers have found that CPTSD is most common in clinical samples as it is a debilitating disorder going beyond the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It has been recognized that there is a crucial need to review the effects of CPTSD and comorbidity with other psychological disorders, improving clinical assessment methods for this newly recognized disorder. Furthermore, researchers in the mental health field recognize the importance of adopting trauma-informed approaches, highlighting the need for accurate assessment methods, and treatment, emphasizing the significance ​of not overlooking the potential impacts of traumatization​ beyond the symptoms of PTSD.

PSY 499, Senior Capstone

Erin Mueller

S100

3:30 – 4 PM

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Eden Witten

Oregons History of Black Exclusion

The black exclusion laws of Oregon. How it may be the reason there’s a lack of diversity in Oregon. Going into the case of Jacob Vanderpool. How those laws effected individuals not only legally but in everyday life. The struggles the Mims family faced. How there’s history infrront of our faced we aren’t educated about.

HIST 207, ST: Race, Ethnicity, and Gender in American Culture

Stephen Andes

Bucher Room

1 – 4 PM

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Jessica Woods

The Effect of Storytelling on Business Success: How Connection Bridges the Gap Between Product and Consumer

Decades of research have been dedicated to discerning why some businesses are successful and others aren’t. Many analyses have been made, speeches given, and papers written, but the true path to success has eluded discovery while well-meaning pursuers of the answer are overwhelmed with sources of incomplete advice. I’ll be taking four years of business education and combining it with my passion for literature to propose that the missing link between a “by the book” business and true success is the element of story.

BUS 499, Business Strategy and Policy

Christy Silverthorne

S100

4 – 5 PM

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Taiga Yamane

Taiga Yamane

The power of mind

In life, individuals encounter nerve-wracking and stressful situations that they would like to avoid but cannot. Example situations can be a job interview or client negotiations in business and game-change moments in sports. In the competitiveness of business and sports, success does not only come from physical skills or technical expertise. We can elevate our performance by the power of the mind. The incorporation of visualization techniques or mental imagery into preparations has emerged as an effective tool for individuals who are seeking to enhance their performance. By imaging success and mentally rehearsing the scenarios, individuals can anticipate their stress and perform effectively. I would like to delve into the benefits of those techniques for performance improvement and examine their applications in both business and sports in this project. This essay also aims to explain the potential of visualization techniques as a powerful tool and my practice model.

IDS 499, Senior Capstone

James Berry

P114

2 – 2:30 PM

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The State of Teaching at Bushnell University

In the Fall 2023 term, a call went out for nominations of Bushnell students who had demonstrated by their observable behaviors that they were committed to approaching their classes as opportunities to learn, not simply to manipulate the class environment for high grades or other indirect rewards. Those nominees were named Bergquist Laureates. The award is named for Dr. Tim Bergquist, the founder of ACE Day, who loved to encourage students to be scholars. At noon, the Bergquist Laureates will participate in a panel whose topic is the elements of Bushnell classes that help them learn, things that do not help them learn, and things they wish they would see that would help them learn. Bushnell faculty are invited to attend to listen.

The panelists:

  • Ezekiel Aldaco
  • Albert Allen
  • Christopher Kamkar
  • Grace Kitchens
  • Annika Poet
  • John Stephens
  • Matthew Wilhite

L203 (click here to view the live stream)

Noon – 1 PM

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Albert Allen

Aurelian: from Illyrian farmer to Restorer of the World

Aurelian served as Roman emperor between 270 and 275 AD, during a chaotic period of Roman history. During the 3rd Century, the empire almost fell due to civil war, barbarian invasions, economic crisis, epidemic disease, and new empires being formed out of previous Roman territory. Aurelian had lowly origins in the province of Illyria, but he quickly rose through the ranks of the Roman army due to his martial prowess and courage. A strict, brutal, and effective general, he was declared emperor by the army in 270. His career was a blaze of action. He repelled multiple barbarian invasions and defeated the two break-away states in Gaul and Palmyra, reuniting the empire. For this latter achievement the Roman Senate gave him the title “Restorer of the World.” In Rome, he built new walls to protect the city and constructed a brilliant temple to the Sun God. Aurelian’s reign was cut short, however, when he was assassinated in 275 due to false accusations against him. As Roman emperor, Aurelian’s career demonstrates how common men could reach the very heights of imperial power during this time of crisis.

HIST 375, Ancient Rome

Stephen Andes

P103

1 – 4 PM

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Maxwell Al-rubaie

The Epic of Gilgamesh and how we relate to it

i will talk about how the Epic of Gilgamesh and what motivated him to go on his journey and relate it to why others in the past (Hitler, Napoleon) and how us today (Russia and Ukraine, US and love for oil in the middle east). then I will go on to talk what motivates the everyday person, lastly I will compare Gilgameshs’ journey to the one of college.

HIST 161, World History I

Stephen Andes

P103

1 – 4 PM

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Justin Ault

The Impact of Modern Imperialism on the Pacific

Despite the idea of colonial and Imperial powers not being thought of for our post WWII world, the Pacific is still riddled with the negative repercussions of Imperialism despite colonial influence being all but gone. With the influence that the Japanese and the Americans had in the Pacific, it is no shocker that the Pacific has come out worse for wear. With verifiable factors such as the conversion to some of the islands into pseudo industrial military complexes, with effective second class citizenship has meant that these island countries may never recover.

HIST 337, History of the South Pacific

Stephen Andes

P103

10 – 10:30 AM

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Justin Ault

Splotches of Color: Powerful Roman Women and the Ancient Roman Empire

During the long course of history that pervades the Ancient Roman Empire, the long line of powerful individuals is mostly kept towards influential males of the likes of Julius Caesar, Augustine, Octavian and others. However, what general history fails to include into the vital role that Roman Women had during this time period. One of the most influential women was Julia Avitae Mamae, who essentially served as the Queen Regent of Emperor Severus. Presenting on her important role during this turbulent period of the Roman Empire will serve as an important aspect that must be known to all, and serve as another facet of understanding of the Roman Empire.

HIST 375, Ancient Rome

Stephen Andes

P103

1 – 4 PM

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Christina Baker

Boomer generation and Gen Z Non-Verbal Communication

Younger generations see that elders need help, they adapt certain behaviors towards them. These behaviors end up sending the wrong messages to the elders. Therefore, the elders feel disrespected, and dismissed. Learners will learn how to recognize and adapt in a positive way. They will learn to redirect in a supportive and helpful manner. Help elders become empowered, secure, and loved. 

COMM 430, Nonverbal Communication

Doyle Srader

Womack 100

3 – 3:30 PM

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