Academic Creativity and Excellence Day
The semi-annual research colloquium at Bushnell founded by Dr. Tim Bergquist.
Utilizing Harm Reduction & Recover-Oriented Care Philosophies in the Treatment of Individuals with Dual Diagnosis
Treatment programs that integrate basic needs and harm reduction principles allow for individuals with dual diagnosis to be more successful than in traditional programs.
PSY 499, Senior Capstone
Beth Aydelott
Banquet Room
9 AM – 11 AM
Comic Strips: A Reflection of Popular Culture
An overview of how Gary Larson, Scott Adams, and Bill Watterson have shaped popular culture through mainstream media.
ENG 499, Senior Capstone
Beth Aydelott
L203B
1 – 1:30 PM
Problems with the Foster Care System and how Christians Should Respond
The current foster care system is inadequate and does not prepare children for an adult life. As Christians we need to do something about it.
Human Services, Senior Capstone
Beth Aydelott
L203B
2 – 2:30 PM
Laurie Stopher
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder at Wuthering Heights: Heathcliff as a Victim of PTSD
Heathcliff suffered horrible trauma as a young child and into his adolescence. These experiences affected him so he developed PTSD, which directly led to his violent behaviors as an adult.
Beth Aydelott
L203B
2:30 – 3 PM
From Fear to Freedom: Understanding and Fighting the Battle Against Anorexia Nervosa
The goal of this paper is to aid in the understanding of the disease: Anorexia Nervosa. It will provide information on its earliest roots and evolution, as well as both physical and psychological symptoms and affects the disease produces. From there the focus will shift to looking at a variety of factors that may contribute to the development of the disease, and the development of other eating disorders. Fighting the disease by means of prevention and education will also be touched on, as well as different methods of treatment and statistics. Lastly, it will discuss advocacy for people who suffer from a disease that is too often overlooked and underfunded, and what can be done to free these sufferers from its stronghold.
Human Services, Senior Capstone
Beth Aydelott
L203B
1:30 – 2 PM