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4 Paws For Ability, Kathleen Schumacher
4 Paws For Ability, Kathleen Schumacher
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
4 paws is a nonprofit organization that trains and places service dogs with children to increase the independence of the child and assist the families.
Why Does This Work Matter? Without volunteers, 4 Paws would be unable to operate as an organization. Kids like the boy to the left who at the age of three was diagnosed with autism and struggles with communication, anxiety, and wandering off would not be able to seek comfort in a service dog.
Islamophobia: An American Conundrum Spurred By Donald Trump’S Executive Order And Political Rhetoric, Mike Lawless
Islamophobia: An American Conundrum Spurred By Donald Trump’S Executive Order And Political Rhetoric, Mike Lawless
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The negative rhetoric directed toward Muslims in the United States has largely been focused on Muslim refugees because it allows for a connotation that a radical group is entering the United States.
The Political Dynamic Of The Separation Of The Islamic Church And State, Maya Drayton, Rachel Burton, Caroline Donnelly, Brianna Wolfe, Erika Cambron
The Political Dynamic Of The Separation Of The Islamic Church And State, Maya Drayton, Rachel Burton, Caroline Donnelly, Brianna Wolfe, Erika Cambron
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
In this project, we researched the relationship between Islam and the state. We conducted our research by using the University of Dayton databases to find different journals and articles analyzing our topic. We found that the relationship is constantly evolving and depends on where you are located. We also found that Islam has not always been properly investigated and is not as widely understood as it could be.
Big Brothers-Big Sisters: Why Does This Work Matter?, Gianna Panozzo
Big Brothers-Big Sisters: Why Does This Work Matter?, Gianna Panozzo
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
This poster presents what the Big Brothers-Big Sisters nonprofit organization entails, such as what is their mission is, what types of programs they offer, and why BBBS is so important.
Impact Of A Dialogic Reading Intervention On The Effectiveness Of An Adaptive Magnitude Comparison Ebook For Improving Young Children’S Magnitude Comparison Skills, Patrick Ehrman, Mary Wagner Fuhs
Impact Of A Dialogic Reading Intervention On The Effectiveness Of An Adaptive Magnitude Comparison Ebook For Improving Young Children’S Magnitude Comparison Skills, Patrick Ehrman, Mary Wagner Fuhs
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Dialogic reading interventions have been used successfully to increase reading skills. This study aims to investigate whether a dialogic reading intervention will also assist children with spatial and numerical magnitude comparison skills learned through a novel adaptive number e-book designed to be read together by parents and children. This study proposes that a dialogic reading intervention will improve spatial and numerical magnitude comparison skills that will transfer to general math skills following the reading of an adaptive number e-book more so than reading without dialogic reading instructions. Additionally, there are predicted benefits for executive functioning skills and for improving parental …
Effectiveness Of An Adaptive Magnitude Comparison Ebook At Home, Zachary Yurich, Mary Wagner Fuhs
Effectiveness Of An Adaptive Magnitude Comparison Ebook At Home, Zachary Yurich, Mary Wagner Fuhs
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Finding effective technology is important for children’s learning during the pandemic, as families may not have quick access to sufficient high-quality, classroom-like resources.
This project is part of a larger evaluation of the effectiveness of adaptive magnitude comparison eBooks for improving preschoolers’ math skills.
Community Engagement Project: Catholic Social Services Of The Miami Valley And Erma's House Family Visitation Center, Madeline Calhoun
Community Engagement Project: Catholic Social Services Of The Miami Valley And Erma's House Family Visitation Center, Madeline Calhoun
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Learn how urban sociology themes function in practice through “community studies” and intentional community engagement
Explore how urban sprawl, political fragmentation, race and class segregation, housing, and community changes relate to household and family dynamics
Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley (CSSMV): offers programming to strengthen individuals, families, and communities through refugee resettlement, poverty alleviation services, pregnancy and parenting support, and supervised visitation.
Conflicting Identities: The Lgbtq-Jewish Identity Conflict And How The Jewish Community Is Working To Fix It, Gavin Christy, Sam Crew, Molly Klimo, Peter Sparrow
Conflicting Identities: The Lgbtq-Jewish Identity Conflict And How The Jewish Community Is Working To Fix It, Gavin Christy, Sam Crew, Molly Klimo, Peter Sparrow
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
This work studies the identities of Jewish people who are also a part of the LGBTQ community. It examines the conflict that many LGBTQ Jews feel between these two identities and how this conflict decreases these people's involvement in the Jewish community. Looking from the Jewish community side we examine how the Jewish community has responded to this problem and how they are working to better integrate their LGBTQ members into their community.
Feminism Within Buddhism, Dallas Johnson, Peder Harvey
Feminism Within Buddhism, Dallas Johnson, Peder Harvey
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
No abstract provided.
Mission Of Mary Cooperative: Community Engagement Project, Rachel Veneman
Mission Of Mary Cooperative: Community Engagement Project, Rachel Veneman
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Mission of Mary Cooperative consists of 6 urban farming plots in the Dayton area. It runs a community supported agriculture program that provides access to fresh produce to people living in the food desert of Dayton. The organization focuses on fostering experiential learning, engaging the community in processes of agriculture and food production, and installing gardens in backyards to allow people to grow their own food.
Religious Views Of Black Lives Matter, Audrey Melton, Allison Zelinskas
Religious Views Of Black Lives Matter, Audrey Melton, Allison Zelinskas
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
No abstract provided.
Behind The 2020 Delhi Riots: History Of Hindu-Muslim Conflict In India, Piper Sereno
Behind The 2020 Delhi Riots: History Of Hindu-Muslim Conflict In India, Piper Sereno
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Though a major aspect of Hinduism is ahimsa, or non-violence, and Islam also admonishes violence, there is often religious conflict in any area that has people of more than one religion. There is an underlying tension between Muslims and Hindus that goes further than just differences in beliefs.
The Relationship Of Classroom Variables And Academic Achievement Across The Preschool Year, Olivia Leblanc
The Relationship Of Classroom Variables And Academic Achievement Across The Preschool Year, Olivia Leblanc
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Preschool education is designed to foster school readiness among three to five-year-old children before entering kindergarten. Past research suggests that elements of the classroom, such as quality of teacher-child interactions, can influence the development of academic and social skills during the preschool year. Utilizing data from a longitudinal correlational study, the current study investigates the relationship between classroom variables and academic achievement throughout the preschool year. The findings suggest that there is a significant relationship between classroom variables and student outcomes, which calls for further research investigating the importance of high-quality preschool programs for young children.
Research Questions:
- What is …
Religion's Role In Immigration In A Multiculturalist Context, Jack Willerton
Religion's Role In Immigration In A Multiculturalist Context, Jack Willerton
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Modern society is more diverse than ever before. This is especially the case in the United States and Europe, where there is a blend of different cultures, ethnicities and religions. One of the toughest issues facing both of these regions is immigration. Immigration, legal and illegal, had led to a host of responses from many different groups of people from different backgrounds. In particular, religiously affiliated groups have had differing responses to the issue of immigration, especially in the United States.
This project is an investigation on how these religious groups view the issue of immigration. On top of my …
Hindu Views On The Environment, Katie Bardine, Sean Sullivan, Jonathan Sulzer
Hindu Views On The Environment, Katie Bardine, Sean Sullivan, Jonathan Sulzer
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Poster explores five views that influence Hindu views on sustainability and the environment, the first of which is that the ecological consciousness is the way of living in which it respects the environment and the ecological world. A Hindu’s ecological consciousness is well constructed, as a main aspect of the religion is care for the Earth and respect for creation.
Coronavirus' Effect On American Christianity, Daniel Hughes
Coronavirus' Effect On American Christianity, Daniel Hughes
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The church has been losing members especially amongst its youth, but the Pew Research Center did a survey on practicing Christians and found that One-quarter of US adults overall (24%) say their faith has become stronger because of the coronavirus pandemic, while just 4% of people say their faith has become weaker. The majority has said their faith hasn’t changed much (67%) and 5% had no comment on the issue.
Religion And The Death Penalty In The United States, Isabel Neal
Religion And The Death Penalty In The United States, Isabel Neal
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
- Catholic Nations are the most likely to advocate for the abolishment the death penalty.
- Observed: Catholics Against Capital Punishment.
- Most religious groups prefer life in prison over the death penalty.
- More religions are now opposed to the death penalty than they were in the past.
- Church attendance may be a factor when it comes to support or opposition of the death penalty.
- Persons who view their deity as compassionate are more likely to be opposed to the death penalty.
Gender Roles In Buddhism, Simone Schuller, Deja Tart, Rebekah Beamer, Kathleen Sebastian
Gender Roles In Buddhism, Simone Schuller, Deja Tart, Rebekah Beamer, Kathleen Sebastian
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
No abstract provided.
Springboro And West Carrollton School Districts, Alex Roberts
Springboro And West Carrollton School Districts, Alex Roberts
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Poster describes my field experiences in the Dayton-area school districts of Springboro and West Carrollton. During my time at each school, I helped students with disabilities and observed a school resource officer and her duties.
Women And Islam: A Look Into Women’S Rights In Islamic Culture, Tristan West
Women And Islam: A Look Into Women’S Rights In Islamic Culture, Tristan West
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
No abstract provided.
Religion War: Judaism's Impact On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Marissa Mark, Richard Morisette, Jennifer Rosio, Jack Willerton
Religion War: Judaism's Impact On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Marissa Mark, Richard Morisette, Jennifer Rosio, Jack Willerton
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict has been a major issue since 1948 when the Israelis and Palestinians engaged in a Civil War. One of the driving factors in the conflict is the religious affiliation from each side, with Jewish Israelis clashing with Muslim Palestinians. While religion has been a driving force for hostility, religion can also be seen as a beacon of hope and peace. In our research, we have found that religious affiliation from the Israeli side tends to result in more positive attitudes towards their Palestinian counterparts. In our research, we investigated three major fields: Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology. By …
Judaism And Pacifism, Grace Rolfes
Judaism And Pacifism, Grace Rolfes
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The research explores and uncovers the truths concerning Judaism and its impacts toward peacemaking. It correspondingly exposes the Jewish relationship towards the choice of nonviolence and the commitment to the common good.
Economics And Development In Buddhism, Michaela Kendig, Elizabeth Kolb, Brett Heininger, Patrick Fath
Economics And Development In Buddhism, Michaela Kendig, Elizabeth Kolb, Brett Heininger, Patrick Fath
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Our research focused on the religious tradition, Buddhism and how the teachings and traditions of Buddhism affect work life, economics, and developmental aspects of society.
- How does Buddhism affect women’s careers?
- What developments both economic and other has Buddhism contributed?
- What’s going on in Bodh Gaya?
Misogyny, Islamophobia, And Muslim Supression Internal And Abroad, Seth Longstreth, Maria Zaki, David Quick, Lindsey Coulter, Sophia Locker
Misogyny, Islamophobia, And Muslim Supression Internal And Abroad, Seth Longstreth, Maria Zaki, David Quick, Lindsey Coulter, Sophia Locker
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
- Contrary to assumptions of suppression in Islam, female sexual discourse and agency expresses freedom within the faith.
- Homosexual Muslim men face identity suppression.
- While many think Islamophobia hinders Muslims, in many cases it is shown to motivate and propel them.
- While some believe that Muslims have the right to practice their faith they don’t see what they experience daily to make them feel suppressed.
- Islamophobia is the perpetuated form of racism against those who practice the Islamic faith and incorrectly associate them with extremism and violence.
Religion And Racism In The United States, Sebastian Rawl, Kingsford Adjei
Religion And Racism In The United States, Sebastian Rawl, Kingsford Adjei
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Through the literary analysis of eight scholarly writings, we sought to answer our research questions and were able to form hypothesis based on the evidence provided by the authors. From there, we formulated ideas on what we think can and should change in the relationship between religion and race relations.
The Academic Achievement Of Dual Language Learning Preschoolers, Madisen Brewer
The Academic Achievement Of Dual Language Learning Preschoolers, Madisen Brewer
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The proposed research is designed to address major deficits in the knowledge regarding the development of dual-language learners in the U.S. preschool setting, including the lack of information about the impact of free choice play with non-dual-language learning peers and the absence of descriptive data on the social interactions that occur during free play as such. The focus of the study is on the dual-language learners’ growth of executive functioning skills and English language development across the preschool year, in relations to their social interactions during free play with non-dual-language learning peers. The participants will be 50 dual-language learning children …
Desiree Tims Congressional Campaign, Amira Fitzpatrick
Desiree Tims Congressional Campaign, Amira Fitzpatrick
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The purpose of my internship was to gain advocacy experience in a political setting. I interacted with community members in Ohio’s 10th Congressional District including Montgomery, Greene, and Fayette counties.
Although the election did not provide us the results we had hoped to see, I took away some valuable experience in mobilizing the community to vote for issues that impact this district. Throughout this experience I learned more about civic engagement, public policy, and political activism. Additionally, I reflected the team’s norms of respect, transparency, trust, accountability, and ambition for progress.
Measuring Gender Equity At Ud Among Faculty, Staff, And Leadership, Mary Mcloughlin, Josh Segalewitz
Measuring Gender Equity At Ud Among Faculty, Staff, And Leadership, Mary Mcloughlin, Josh Segalewitz
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The purpose of this report card is to be transparent around the representation of women across the UD workforce and in leadership roles.
Our goal is to annually evaluate progress toward increasing institutional diversity and promoting equity for women-identified staff and faculty. In doing so, the report identifies areas where progress is being made and areas where more work is needed.
Impact Of In-Depth Storyline On Children’S Math Skills In Adaptive E-Book, Shelbie Weightman
Impact Of In-Depth Storyline On Children’S Math Skills In Adaptive E-Book, Shelbie Weightman
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
The percentage of homes tablet computers and children under age 8 has increased from 8 percent in 2011 to 78 percent in 2017 (Zippert, et al.).
E-books for literacy have been shown to be beneficial for young children, but less is known about math-focused e-books.
Parent-child interaction about math story problems, even just once a week, showed improved math achievement in the child by the end of the school year. The benefits of occasional math-related interactions are especially apparent for children whose parents are anxious about math. Providing a math app that allows math-anxious parents to more easily engage in …
Cross Validation Of The Environmental Attitudes Inventory: Plans To Assess Attitudinal Changes In Workers At A Shelter Farm In A Food Desert, Amanda Barry, Alea Albright
Cross Validation Of The Environmental Attitudes Inventory: Plans To Assess Attitudinal Changes In Workers At A Shelter Farm In A Food Desert, Amanda Barry, Alea Albright
Content presented at the Roesch Social Sciences Symposium
Within the context of an ongoing participatory community action research project that implements behavioral activation in homeless shelters, an urban farm was implemented. Behavioral activation provides opportunities to engage in productive activities that yield response-contingent reinforcement, which increases productive behavior and leads to improvements in a sense of mastery, quality of life, mood, and cognition.
The project represents a collaboration between Dr. Roger N. Reeb (Professor of Psychology) and St. Vincent de Paul. Among our many community partners, we developed a collaboration with the Ohio State University Agricultural Extension of Montgomery County in 2017 to establish an urban farm on …