This is a collection of works authored by students at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Submissions from 2021
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
Affects of Game Conditioning on Anaerobic Power and Blood Lactate Accumulation in Female Athletes, Megan Kelly, Many Krause, and James Mullenix
Pixilated and Painted Spaces: Exploring Collaborative Process, Letha Kelsey and Andrew Wachholz
Understanding How Notum Promotes Glypican-3 Shedding In Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Meaghan Keohane
The Effects of a High Lipid Diet on the Physiological Functions of Mice, Manscora Khaliq and Pallavi Mynepalli
Harvesting Minds - How TV Commercials Control Children: A Content Analysis, Ishita J. Khan
Family Support: Critical Illnesses, Kelsey King, Madison Hawk, Morgan Mathews, and Samantha Meyer
Alteration of Renal Sodium Excretion During Dorsal Column Stimulation, Danielle Kirkpatrick
Expression of Rat Aortic Fibronectin mRNA Isoforms as a Function of Gender and Maternal Exercise, Danielle Kirkpatrick
The 2002 World Cup and International Technical Communication, Tim Kirk
Defining Plant Ecological Specialists and Generalists: Building a Framework for Identification and Classification, Alex N. Kirsch
The Effect of Birth Order on Introversion and Extroversion, Macy Kissling
Ethnographic Observations of Personal Interaction Styles (The Front Desk Chronicles), Adam Kittelson
Faculty and Dean Attitudes Toward Institutional Civic Responsibility, Mutual Trust, and Civic Mindedness at Two Year Colleges, David W. Kobilka
An Investigation of the Social Acceptability of Adults Exhibiting Tic Disorders, Michelle Koch
An Assistive Mobile Communication Application for Individuals Who Are Mute or Have Speech Impairments, Sashwot Koirala
Physical Therapy Use Among Collegiate Dancers, Vanessa Kotek and Kacey Wachholz
Cannabis as a Prescription Opioid Substitute for Adults with Chronic Pain: A Systematic Literature Review, Lani Kranz
Understanding the Relationship Between Serum Thyroid Hormone Levels and Thyroid Hormone Action in Tissues, Lauren Krieg and Jessica Wimp
Predicting Effective Learning: What Traits Make College Students Receptive to Learning?, Teana Krolak, McKayla Kurtz, Lauren Eckert, and Dalyon Waldner
Development of a Two-Stroke Direct Fuel Injected Engine, Peter Kruchoski, Matt Sandlin, Nick Maki, and Nick Bredemus
Positive Religious Coping: Chronic Stressors and Perceived Stress, Bethany Kunkel
The Effects of Room Color on Stress Perception: Red Versus Green Environments, Teresa M. Kutchma
A Humorous Examination of Current Brain Research and Its Applications, Chad Kuyper
Chromosome Counts for Packera paupercula variety Gypsophila, Chad Larson
Everything Living Dies, Curtis Larson
Assessment of Perceived Levels of Stress and Coping Mechanism Use Among Elementary School Teachers, Lauren Larson
A Dozen To One: An Examination of Workers' Satisfaction in Menial Labor, Colin Larter
Food Habits of the Hoary Bat (Lasiurus cinereus) in Southwestern Minnesota, Michelle A. LaRue
Academic Dishonesty as a Function of Individual Characteristics, Heidi Leaman
Impact of Telemedicine on Heart Failure Readmissions and Mortality: A Literature Review, Stephanie R. Ledvina
University Health Services and Non-English Speaking Patients, Riley Lehmer, Kianna Fladland, Quinlan Brogdon, Maureen Nghambi, and Simale Kadir
