This is a collection of works authored by students at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Theses/Dissertations from 2021
Caregiver Knowledge and Perceptions of Dementia-Specific Nutritional Approaches, Danielle Freitag
Web Development for Electronic Publications, Steve Gage, Nathan Graham, and Dave Pagel
Classroom Equity Research, Shivani Gautam, Justin Moua, and Mohammad Ilham Bhuiyan
Socioeconomic and Other Dynamics in the Geographical Distribution of Success in the English F.A. Cup, Edward Genereux
An Analysis of Holocaust Humor and the Jewish Healing Process, Anne Gerbensky
An Analysis of the Visual Rhetoric in the "Ladies of Rylstone Callendar.", Anne Gerbensky
The Silent Epidemic: The Impacts of Hepatitis C in the United States, Anne E. Gerbensky and Joshua J. Kerber
Voluntary Gestational Exercise Decreases Body Specific Gravity and Increases Body Length in Young Rat Offspring, Jeffery Gilbert, Chris Busse, James Mullenix, and Hyon Joo
Effect of Voluntary Gestational Exercise on Body Specific Gravity and Kidney Development in Adult Offspring, Jeffery Gilbert, Jennifer Fields, and James Mullenix
Mackenzie Glaser Honors Portfolio, Mackenzie Glaser
Recess and Play Before and During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Pilot Study, Mackenzie Glaser, Jakob Erickson-Thoemke, and Edinatu Thoronka
Evaluating Crisis Intervention Training Received by Mental Health Professionals, Philippe Goetstouwers, Tawiila Hafidh, Daniel McLaughlin, and Matthew Riewe
The Implementation of a Customized Weather Database for Use in MSU's Walter, Douglas Goodrich
Effect of Resistance Training on Running Performance, Meta-Analysis of Current Research, Nathan Goslin-Klemme
Replicant, John Grabko
Portrayal of Traditional and Nontraditional Family Structure in Children's Books, Laura A. Grabow
Linguistic Differences Between Children with William's Syndrome and Typically Developing Children, Amber L. Grams, Stacy Overman, and Chandra Burggs
Why End-of-Life Discussion Matters: A Systematic Literature Review, Emily Grandson
The Affects of Glucose on Memory Tasks in Young Adults, Jennifer Grant
Hydrologic Properties of Lake Bottom Sediments in Mills Lake, Minnesota, Mark Green
Instructional Design for Mathematics Tutoring, Ann Gregerson
Strategies for Teaching History, Sage Grothe
Peoples’ Experiences with Birth Doulas, Emily A. Gunderson
Learning about Global Elder Care Practices Through an International Virtual Collaboration, Sarah Gunderson, Hillary Erih, Megan Kurtz, Morgan Metcalfe, Oluwapelumi Solomon, and Grace Willaby
Creating the Role of Lady Macduff in Macbeth, Ashley D'Lyn Gunn
Exploring How Duration and Mode of Delivery Impacts Outcomes of Literacy Intervention, Rebecca Guss
Rebecca Guss Honors Portfolio, Rebecca Guss
Purification of DNA Polymerase, Janice Haala
The Technological Impact of Quality Production Management in the Twentieth Century, Josh Hackbarth and Aaron Brixius
Exploring Literature from the Spanish-Speaking World, Hannah Hackett
RAD Car: Restructuring of the Chassis, Chris Hadfield, Dale LaRue, and Jason Wilkie
Social Loafing as Affected by Gender, Tawiila Hafidh
Family Coping with Sudden Death, Jessica Haley, Jacqueline Gerovac, Wesley Henderson, and Kylee Jones
Exploring COVID-19 Impact on Social Inclusion in a Dementia Friendly Chorus, Cassidy Hall, Jordan Enevold, Britta Anderson, and Khadija Kamara
The Relationship Between Critical Thinking and Emotional Intelligence Among College Students, Louisa Hall
Should We Humanize Technology? A Question for Modern Society, Wu Hang
Physical Properties of Soil as an Indicator of Restoration Success, Nathan Hanke
Comparison of Lipoxygenase Isoenzymes Found in Specific Soybean Tissues, Jarod Hanson
Abundance and Diversity of Macroinvertebrates in Swan Lake and Middle Lake, Joshua Harbitz
Effects of Popular Music on Memorization Tasks, Sarah Harmon and Kristin Sandberg
Examination of the Thermal Resistance of Enterococcus Faecalis and Escherichia Coll and the Possibility of Heat Resistance Transfer, Melissa A. Harms
Ethanol-Diesel Research Project, Andy Harrigan, Chad Samp, Rebecca Wells, and Derick VanDenBroeke
Tracking the Defense of Marriage Act Of 1996: A Feminist Look Into the Congressional Debates, Amanda Hart
A Pilot Study to Determine the Effect of Prenatal Breastfeeding Education on the Intended and Actual Duration of Breastfeeding, Cindy Haugsdal
Disease Mutations and Oxidative Effects on Calmodulin Structure and Function, Ethan Hayes
An Analysis of Ancient Greek Drama as a Transcendental Dance-Drama, John Carl Heimbuch
Relationship Satisfaction and Dependence in Dating Couples, Jovan Hernandez
Cystic Fibrosis, Laney Hewes, Zeb Kauth, Hailey Johnson, and Abby Malone
A Paleoecological Examination of Temporal Trophic Changes Through Diatom Trend Analysis at High Island Lake, Sibley County, Minnesota, Thomas Higgins
Mask Usage Behaviors Amongst the MNSU, Mankato Community, Molly Hill, Roman Parpart, Brian Swancutt, and Liberty Hombe
Wireless Data Logger, Eric Holland
Effect of Seat Height on Aerobic and Anaerobic Power in Trained Male Cyclists, Brian Holmgren
Classification of Chess Games: An Exploration of Classifiers for Anomaly Detection in Chess, Masudul Hoque
Forensic Anthropology, Anthony E. Hoyord and Pamela Gregor
The Purpose of Sound, Hui-chi Hsia
Linguistic Differences in Multiple Tellings of a Story, Rebecca Hubbling, Kelly Ritter, Amber Grams, and Meghan Culey
Factors Influencing Contraception Use in Sexual Minority Women: A Systematic Literature Review, Grace M. Hudson
The Creation of the Role of Edward Ferrars in Sense and Sensibility, Ty Hudson
Improved River Forecasting Techniques: A One-Dimensional Unsteady Flow Model for the Red River of the North., James C. Husaby, Steven D. Buan, and Wendy Pearson
The Relationship Between Intramural, Club, and University Student-Athletes’ Belongingness and Motivation during COVID-19, Osadolor Louis Ikponmwosa
COVID-19 and Work-Family Conflict: A Gendered Lens Required for Developing Organizational Benefits and Programs, Qendresa Isniqi
Dietary Change Among Hmong People and Cancer Risks, Eri Ito
A Century of Racism in Minnesota, Nicole Jecha
A Century of Racism in Minnesota, Nicole Jecha
Nicole Jecha Honors Portfolio, Nicole Jecha
Family Caregiving Strategies: COVID-19, Morgan Jellinger, Alexa Lacher, Paige Jorgenson, and Isbelle Hillstead
Contraceptive Accessibility and Reproductive Outcomes in Adolescents Seeking Care at School-Based Health Centers: A Systematic Review, Jamie Jenkins
Therapist Multicultural Orientation: Client Perceptions of Cultural Humility, Sexual Identity, and the Working Alliance, Todd L. Jennings
Interpreting Goddesses of Mesoamerica, Lisa Loree Jensen
Reducing Polypharmacy in Older Adults at End of Life: The Outcome on Quality of Life, Melissa Jenson
Effects of Music on Sustained Attention in College Students Who Self-Report High and Low Symptoms of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Angie Jershe and Tina Head
Purification Of Actin Capping Protein α – Subunit Isoform Specific Antibodies, Ben Jilek
Purification of Actin Capping Protein Alpha Subunit Specific Antibodies and Immunolocalization in Murine Tissues, Benjamin Jilek
Mythology of Uncertainty, Connor Johanson
Development of a Biologically Based Control System in a Two-Dimensional Simulation Environment, Adam Johnson
Investigations of the Affect of Ta on Powder-In-Tube Nb3Sn Superconducting Wires, Adam Johnson
Glucose-Induced Enhancement of Spatial Memory in Humans, Adam Johnson and Aprajita Mohanty
End-of-Life Care Conversations: Family Care Partners Share Their Experiences About Their Loved One Living with Dementia at End-of-Life, Chandler Johnson and Abigail Larson
Patterns in Incidence of Tuberculosis in Midwest Prehistoric Populations, Jamie Johnson
An Environmental History of the Good Counsel Complex, 1912-1999, Jonathan D. Johnson, Steven C. Berberich, and Steven A. Silbermann
A Comparison Between Extroverts and Introverts and the Time Involved to take Action in a Staged Dilemma Involving a Timed Test, Laura Johnson
Customer Service in Response to Shopper's Attire, Allison Jones
The After-Visit Summary: An Opportunity for Technical Communicators, Drew Jordan
Directing Atreus: Re-Envisioning Classic Greek Theatre, Yaureybo Jordán Salivia
Comparative Analysis of Two Submaximal Predictive Strength Equations to the One Repetition Maximum Test, Christopher Joyner
Family Vigilance: Hospice Care, Madelyn Junker, Jasmine Mleinek, Macy Lund, and Jessica Nelson
Providing Hispanic Immigrant and Migrant Health Care in America: Could NPs be the Answer?, Hamabwe Kabwe
Be Safe Not Sorry: Safety Belt Use Education for College Students, Kathy Kaduce and Tracie Pernu
An Examination of Secret Legal Settlements and Their Obstruction of Justice, Heather Kaiser
The Elimination of Toxic Schools, Heather Kaiser
The Formula, Heather Kaiser and Chad Kuyper
What's So Funny?: A Reader's Theatre Examining the Reasons Why We Laugh, Heather Kaiser, Chad Kuyper, Mitch Batty, Rebecca Rick, and Cynthia Saba
Electronic Valve Actuation, Robert Kaiser, Conley Johnson, Eric Kaiser, Vong Lor, Brady Ranweiler, and Dennis Dording
Relationship Between Leisure Satisfaction and Mental Health, Melissa Kalm
Comparison of Eating Habits: Students of South Asia vs. American Students, Karishma Kamath and Waqas Jamshed
Standardized Estimation of Technology in Cultural Systems, Gary Kaunonen
Prenatal Experiences Of Hmong Women in Minnesota, Prerana Khatri KC and Gao Ja Yang