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Kallie Gardiepy, Taylor Kraal & Ciara Wainwright

Northwest Christian University and Technology

The purpose of this project is to identify how business students are affected by the use or lack of, technology at Northwest Christian University and how it can affect students in the business program. This project also explores different scholarly journals that report on results from researches conducted on the effects of technology for business students in both undergraduate and master degree programs. Stead Halstead is going to be a main resource in determining what type of technology is available to both undergraduate and master’s degree students at Northwest Christian University. 

BUS 360 Management of Information Systems

Steven Schmidt

Banquet Room

10 AM – noon

Taylor Kraal

Achilles Tendon Injury

The purpose of this review was to look at the biomechanics and pathology related to Achilles tendonitis and to explore the treatment options necessary for recovery. Eight studies were examined to examine the causes of injury and proper treatment of the Achilles tendon. After carefully reviewing each of the experimental parameters, it was concluded that pool rehabilitation, insoles, physiotherapy, and eccentric calf exercises were effective forms of treatment. Although all were proven effective, it appeared that eccentric exercises showed a greater reduction in pain while increasing strength over other forms of treatment.

EXSC 407, Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury

Heike McNeil

Taylor Kraal

The Effects of Caffeine on Endurance Sports

The effects of caffeine on endurance athletes as well as its effectiveness as a performance enhancer examined. Six experimental studies were reviewed to determine the effects of caffeine in various performance related scenarios. After carefully reviewing all the parameters in the different experimental setups, it was concluded that caffeine reduces the athlete’s idea of perceived exertion which can essentially increase performance in endurance events. In certain scenarios, caffeine was shown to function directly as an ergogenic aid. The majority of the research showed that caffeine was beneficial to endurance athletes mostly because it decreases perceived exertion.

EXSC 407, Senior Capstone

Heike McNeil

P114

2 – 2:30 PM