This is a collection of works authored by students at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Theses/Dissertations from 2023
Use of Speech Recognition Tools to Predict Mistakes in Audio Book Recordings, Micah Tietz
In the Weeds, Johanna Tollefson
Wonderland, Mai Tran
Instructional Practices that Promote Reading Growth in K-3 Students: A Qualitative Study of Highly Effective Reading Teachers, Valora J. Unowsky
Impacts of Ergonomic Conditions on Quality and Cycle Time in Automotive Shock Absorber Assembly, Val Urman
MNSU French Students’ Perspectives on Classroom Testing, Feedback Practices and their Impact on Learning, Gaudence Uwamahoro
Investigation of glycoside hydrolases and calcium in Cytophaga hutchinsonii cellulose utilization, Choua Kou Vang
"It Feels Like I Don't Exist": An Intersectional Feminist Analysis of the Ace Citizen, Maya Wenzel
Academic Dishonesty: The Ghost of Papers Past, Wayne T. Whitmore
Kaela Wierenga Honors Portfolio, Kaela Wierenga
The Philanthropic Process of Private and Publicly Traded U.S. Companies, Carla Woodson
Ashlin Young Honors Portfolio, Ashlin Young
James Ziegeweid Honors Portfolio, James Ziegeweid
Portfolios from 2022
Nicole Aadalen Honors Portfolio, Nicole Aadalen
Investigating the Effectiveness of the Positive Reinforcement Components of Tootling, Kennedi J. Alstead
A Socio-Historical Analysis of the Dynamics of Genocide in Bosnia 1992-1995: Forces Contributing to the Continuation of Genocide, Lejla Alvarez
Weddings, Funerals & Sermons, Hisham Arif
Myosin Oxidation and Effects on Magnesium and Actin Binding, Lelti Asgedom and Muna Awel
Perceptions of Faculty and Administration on the Value of Service-Learning in the Tenure and Promotion Process at a Public Midwestern University, Odbayar Batsaikhan
Mapping Log Pd/Cu Ratios in Vulcan and Investigation into the Origin of the Magenta Zone in the NorthMet Deposit: Hoyt Lakes Minnesota, USA, Paige M. C. M. Bauer
The Impact of Enzyme X on the Growth of Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Austen Bayne and Hunter Burgess
Decolonizing the Map: Indigenous Maps and GIS, Henry Osborne Beimers
Automated Throttle Control System, David Benson
Creating the Role of Myra Arundel in Hay Fever, Morgan Benson
Important Aspects to Women’s Re-Integration: Positive Influences on Women’s Reentry Experience After Being Released from Prison, Sarah A. Benson
Music & Personality, Maleah Berry and Ganwoo Nam
Presence of African American English in Narrative Samples, Amanda Biastock and Katie Ebeling
The Effect of Sodium Perchlorate on Testi and Ovary Development, Kyle Bouten
Love in Glass Jars, Kirstin Ruth Bratt
Examining Empathy in Parent/Young Adult Relationships Using a Brief Solution-Focused Activity, Ashley Bruehlman
Together: Exploring a Solution-Focused Activity for Parent and Young Adult Relationships, Ashley Bruehlman
An Evaluation of a Brief Mindfulness and Values Training on Cyber Bullying Behavior in College Students, Ellie Bungum
Hermann in the Imagination: Are Germanic Tribes a Model Example of Resistors to Imperialism, Dominic Burns
Data Acquisition and Analysis of a Formula SAE Car, Benjamin Cacka, Trevor Rowe, and Alex Van Den Heuvel
Thermal Testing and Simulation of Lunar and Martian ISRU-Based Materials, Andres Campbell
The Night Creatures, Eimile Campbell
Pathways Towards an Engineering Baccalaureate Degree - Critical Incidents and Factors Leading Students to Choose Community College: A Phenomenological Study, Joan Zitur Carter
Employee Satisfaction and Perceptions of Organizational Leadership Accountability, Caroline M. Clancy
Walk by Faith: A Story of the Resilience When Facing Sickle Cell Anemia, Abigail Clayton, Victoria Nwogo, and Amanda Peterson
The Perspective of Black Male Middle School and High School Students in a Mentoring Program, Quennel W. Cooper
The Assessment of Emergency Preparedness Among University Students, Arliah Cox
Killer Winter, Starrla Cray
Satanists’ Sexual Self-Concept, Samuel Danielson
Tangible Transformation: Change in Intangible Times, Rhonda R. Dass
The Effectiveness of a Caregiver Delivered Phonics Intervention for At-Risk Students, Iwalani Dela Paz-Miller
Ruby and the Wiz, Katrina Delghingaro
Effects of Retinoic Acid on Leptin in Brown Adipose Tissue Template, Yeabsira Dessie and Tsion Sherbeza
Navigating Culture in the Home, Church, School, and Community: Norwegian American Youth in Norman County, Minnesota, 1870-1925, Brianna Rose DeValk
Why She Smiles, Megan Devens, Kendall Drury-DeBoer, and Husnia Abdo
Stress Coping Responses of Undergraduate University Students Prior to & Since the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Kaylee Diefenderfer
Function and Expression of Class I Ribonucleotide Reductases in Flavobacterium johnsoniae, Hunter Doheny
Function and expression of ribonucleotide reductase-encoding genes in Flavobacterium johnsoniae, Hunter Scott Doheny
A Soft-Switched Three-Port DC-DC Converter for a PV/ Battery System, Mohamedelfatih Dosa
The Expression of Satanist Identity: Does Visible Identification of Satanism Predict Discrimination and Depression?, Allyson Dudley
Best Practices of Teaching Public Speaking Online, Sally Dufner
Geographic Trends of Terrorist Attacks and Active Shooter Scenarios Perpetrated Inside U.S. Military Installations and Facilities, 1970-2019, Aaron James Ebbenga
The Influence of Covid-19 on College Students' Anxiety, Lauren Eckert, Whitney Sumihi, Ariana Jacobs, Annie Grund, Cooper Fuller, Kathleen Ristau, and Peyton Primmer
Effects of Daily Spaced Versus Massed Practice on Spelling Word Retention Among Struggling Spellers, Melissa Engel
Fidelity Afire: British Observations & Theatrical Interpretations of Sati, 1650-1830, Abigail Fer
The Effect of Concussion Information Quality on Youth Athlete and Parent Perceptions and Behavior, Eleanor Fitzwilliams
Predicting Factors for a DFW in Chem 191, Ashley Flynn
Relationship Between Student Hope and Academic Achievement, Deanna S. Fosness
Family Pondering and Huntington's Disease, Elizabeth Frink, Piper Gare, Kiersten Hanisch, and Kelsey Karels
The Creation of a Montessori Based Activity: A Memory Book, Alexis Fronk, Elizabeth Chua, Courtney Warren, and Julia Swanson
Family Caregiving and Early Onset Alzheimer's, Krista Gadient, Kiersten Kruger, Madeline Kuchenmeister, and Taya Kwiatkowki
Evaluating the Impacts of Microplastics on Soil and Plant Health: A Greenhouse Pot Experiment, Cortiney Galuska and Vincent McKnight
Calmodulinopathies and Oxidation Effects on Calmodulin Structure and Function, Eden Gebremariam and Samson Hamza
Implementation of Meaningful Engagements for Individuals with Dementia: Students' Perspectives, Jianna Gellhaus, Julia McCabe, and Kaycee Ryan
Age-Related Microaggressions: A Descriptive Study, Luke J. Gietzen
We Are a Collection, Marisel Glackler-Riquelme
Improving Intake System Efficiency of a Restricted Formula SAE Engine, Benjamin Glaus, Logan Johnson, and Alexander Ryno
Examining Jealousy in Mixed-Orientation Relationships: An Experimental Vignette Study, Madison Marie Glende
Does Leptin Induce Lipolysis?, Tensae Gonfa
Brettina von Arnim and Civil Action: How to Defy Oppression by Championing Others, Tesla Gontjes
Bettina von Arnim and Civil Action: How to Defy Oppression by Championing Others, Tesla L. Gontjes
The Effect of Healthy Lifestyle Choices on Mental Health, Emily Goodman and Ashley Frick
A Brief Zoom-Facilitated Mindful and Intuitive Eating Intervention to Decrease Disordered Eating, McKay Gray, Seth Nelson, and Eungyeong Lee
Subcellular Localization of FAM171B in Endosomes of Neurons, Emily Gregersen, Jenny Vetter, and Sheebong Zama-Chi
Circadian Gene Expression Across Reproductive Phases in the Green Anole Lizard (Anolis carolinensis) Brain, Taylor Grossen
Early Onset Alzheimer's, Madison Halluska, Amanda Jordan, Joshua Marben, and Emily Marshalek
“Seeing Everything About a Student”: Proactive Advising & Coaching as Intersectional Student Support Systems and Services, Corrin Helget
Filtration Capacity of Sand and GAC for Phosphate Removal, Molly Hill and Harrison Wong
Liberty Hombe Honors Portfolio, Liberty Hombe
The Impact of Communication Methods and Frequency on Young Adult Professional Engagement, Colleen Jackson
Perceptions of Well-Being Among College Majors, Baylee Jahraus
Optimal Speed Control of Electric Vehicles in Traffic with Wireless Charging, Amina Jemi
The Sound Design for H.M.S. Pinafore, Kyle W. Jensen
The Desertianists, Collin Jones
Sickle Cell Anemia and Family Growth, Kadiatu Kamara, Anna Mauss, Taylor Milos, and Renae Raustadt
No Shadow to Hide, Robyn Katona
Death Anxiety: A Quantitative Exploration of Professional Counselors Experiences, Kaitlyn Judith Kaus
Meaghan Keohane Honors Portfolio, Meaghan Keohane
Critical Thinking about Workplace Problems: An Essential Skill for Students, William Kessler, Emory Landis, Andrew McCarty, Haley Lechtenberg, and Jayden Kasiska-Pettersen
Exploring How Technology Use Influences College Student Success, Makayla Ketterling
