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"Everyone Watches Womens Sports", Promoting Inclusion And Raising Awareness Through Social Media, Katelyn Bytheway

Student Research Symposium

The "Everyone Watches Women's Sports" campaign is an initiative by TOGETHXER, a media and commerce company founded by athletes Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Simone Manuel, and Sue Bird. Launched in December 2023, the campaign aims to elevate the visibility and support of women's sports.

The Change Of Life Happens: How To Overcome Challenges In Order To Succeed., Robin Cruz

Student Research Symposium

The movies that are part of these exhibit tell about the different situations of students and how they can achieve their dreams. It also shows how to overcome the obstacle that they are facing in the different settings.

Typography Psychology In Luxury Fashion Branding, Gabrielle Foalu

Student Research Symposium

Nóra is a luxury Hungarian fashion house renowned for its conceptual designs and attention to detail. With a legacy of intellectual creativity and innovation, Nóra is defined by its use of unexpected materials and striking silhouettes, blending avant-garde minimalism with historical influences. Nóra's commitment to artistry and craftsmanship results in garments and accessories that are purposeful and elegant, created for individuals who appreciate heritage, precision, and exceptional design.

Nóra wants to be perceived as intellectual, avant-garde, well-crafted, and distinctive.

Evaluating Embodied Carbon Emissions Of Post-Seismic Steel Framed Buildings, Nicholas Leavitt

Student Research Symposium

The carbon emissions of earthquake damage repairs is on average 40% of a building's total carbon emissions in 50 years.

Boredom Is Good, Meg Demille

Student Research Symposium

In a world driven by instant gratification, finding balance and allowing moments of boredom are crucial for fostering deep thinking and sustained attention.

How Cultural Differences Affect A Country's Movie Poster., Cater Leland

Student Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

Multi-Sensory Graphic Design, Rylee Mottishaw

Student Research Symposium

Multi-sensory design is a design approach that enhances user engagement by integrating multiple senses into the design experience. While traditional graphic design primarily relies on visual perception, emerging research highlights the profound influence of multi-sensory elements in shaping user interaction, emotional response, and information retention.

Grapholinguistics In Graphic Design, Cameron Schumann

Student Research Symposium

Writing systems function as more than linguistic tools; they serve as powerful cultural and aesthetic symbols that influence branding, fashion, and multimedia design. Through an examination of typographic symbolism, foreign scripts evoke themes of mystery, exoticism, brutalism, constructivism, and authoritarianism, shaping consumer perception and artistic narratives.

Where Is The Contemporary Design?, Anna Nelson

Student Research Symposium

Contemporary Design can be described as Design that is reflective of current trends and attitudes in design, specifically post-modern aesthetics and approaches that move beyond past stylistic and theoretical choices, even though it may be referential to the past.

Moral Fibre In Their Very Design, Annie Zaugg

Student Research Symposium

Superheroes shift with the times, their designs molded by what America needs in a champion. Early heroes like Superman were bold and bright- his flowing cape, broad chest, and primary colors embodying strength, leadership, and moral certainty. Draped in red and blue, he was a walking flag, a beacon against distant threats.

From Precedent To Progress: Lgbtq+ Discrimination In The Legal Field, Creed Jones

Student Research Symposium

Does sexual orientation influence the probability of attaining partnership in law firms, as measured through quantitative and qualitative survey data on experiences of discrimination and professional advancement?

Neural Plasticity With The Use Of Hearing Aids, Hannah Tualamali'i

Student Research Symposium

Why does hearing loss in older adults matter?

Typeface Research In Music, Raquel Nielsen

Student Research Symposium

For my research, I analyzed around 60 album covers from well-known Indie Folk artists. My goal was to observe how the typefaces used on the covers related to the genre's emotional and aesthetic qualities. I paid attention to the style of typography, considering whether the typefaces were more traditional (serif), modern (sans serif), or personal and expressive (handwritten).

The Visual Benefits Of Freeway Sans In Comparison To Highway Gothic, Bryson King

Student Research Symposium

A badly designed road sign might kill you: Death by Typography is a real possibility.

The Brutally Ugly: The Misconceptions And Perceptions Of Brutalism In Design, Brianna Tomadakis

Student Research Symposium

Brutalism in design is often labeled as "brutally ugly," with its harsh use of raw materials, sharp angles, and exposed structures. This label of "brutally ugly" is often appled to both graphic designs and its original inspiration of architecture. This stark, unpolished aesthetic challenges traditional notions of beauty, leaving many to view it as cold or uninviting. However, this style was originally designed as a way to vear away from conceptions of nationalism. The style is not purposely ugly rather it has a more focus on functionalism rather than decoration. Brutalism was intended to be practical, economical, functional, and long-lasting, …

Creative Inequality, Ginger Anderson

Student Research Symposium

Does an art degree define success? Some of the world's most famous artists never set foot in a classroom. However, formal training often provides essential technical skills and industry connections. So, is artistic success about raw talent or learned expertise?

Exploring Person-Centered Care Practices Among Audiologists Nationwide: Pilot Survey Insights, Theressa Hurd

Student Research Symposium

Currently, there is minimal research exploring audiologists' implementation of PCC.

How Potential Is Potential Evapotranspiration For Representing Droughts In The Western U.S.?, Adison Davis, Grace Affram, Cody Ratterman

Student Research Symposium

The U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM) identifies areas in drought and labels them by severity.

Energy, Water, And The Cost Of Intelligence, Etienne Erickson

Student Research Symposium

Artificial intelligence is a term for a group of technologies that can perform tasks that usually require human intelligence, such as learning, problem-solving, and making decisions. AI has technically been around since the 1950s with basic forms in use such as a self-learning checkers program. However in the past decade this technology has been rapidly evolving and expanding into many forms that are actively used every day. This evolution is partially due to the vast advancements in computing power and data expansion. The use of artificial intelligence now seems to be a regular occurrence in people's lives as personal,convenient, and …

Type Dna, Ashley Brown

Student Research Symposium

In typography, negative space is not merely an absence of form but an integral component that defines and enhances letterforms. The interaction between internal and external spaces within a character – such as counters, apertures, and the spacing between strokes – plays a crucial role in shaping recognition and legibility. For example, the open counter of an "a" or the enclosed space within an "o" directly influences how efficiently the brain identifies these characters. Even subtle modifications to these spatial relationships can alter the perceived weight, tone, and overall readability of a typeface.

Opposition And Expression, Isabelle Johansen

Student Research Symposium

In a culture driven by speed, efficiency, and disposability, tradition has become a quiet act of rebellion. Designers are returning to handmade techniques, ancestral knowledge, and slow processes as a way to reclaim meaning, identity, and sustainability. What was once dismissed as old-fashioned is now powerful again–rooted, radical, and deeply human.

Representations Of France's Nuclear Testing Legacy In Tahitian Cinema, Jacob Rodgers

Student Research Symposium

It was rare in Tahiti for conversations about France and French policies to not include the topic of past nuclear testing, when I lived there in 2021-2023. Film and media also portray distrust.

The Correlation Between Fashion, Music & Design, Mary Marcusen

Student Research Symposium

Fashion, music and design often feel the same because they are deeply intertwined in their responses to the cultural, social, and economic conditions of their time. These creative fields share common influences, whether it's an economic boom, a political movement, a technological shift, or a specific artistic trend. As they reflect the emotions, ideas, and experiences of a given decade, they create an aesthetic unity that makes them feel cohesive. The key to this phenomenon lies in the way these fashion, music, and design communicate the collective mood of the era, which gradually creates a sense of cultural coherence across …

The Influence Of Social Media On Journalism: Challenges To Accuracy, Credibility, And News Consumption, Natalee Parry

Student Research Symposium

Social media has reshaped journalism, challenging accuracy, credibility, and public trust in news. This study examines the impact of social media on news consumers and how it affects their trust in news.

The Weight Of Air, Whitney Yuen (Fry)

Student Research Symposium

No abstract provided.

The Need For Gender Equity In Outdoor Adventure Sports: The Impact Of Gender Disparities On Women In The Outdoors, Suzanna Stegelmeier

Student Research Symposium

What obstacles do women face when participating in outdoor adventure recreation?

Mitigation Of Lunar Dust Charging Issues Using Electron Yield, Christopher Vega

Student Research Symposium

What is Electron Yield?

• Electron Yield(EY): Ratio of electrons in over electrons out

Induction Of Diabetic Cardiomyopathy In A Three-Dimensional Myocardial Model, Maelyn Andreasen

Student Research Symposium

Diabetic cardiomyopathy: Impairs and damages heart tissue through chronic exposure to hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar, in diabetic individuals

Active Wear Meets Industry Leading Hydration Co In Social Media Connection, Lainey Boulton

Student Research Symposium

ACTA Wear has recently teamed up with HydroJug, creating a powerful partnership that brings together two brands dedicated to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Known for its high-quality, performance-driven activewear, ACTA Wear has found an ideal ally in HydroJug, a brand that focuses on hydration and wellness. This collaboration aims to inspire individuals to take better care of their bodies by integrating fitness, hydration, and the right gear into their daily routines. By joining forces, both brands have united their missions of encouraging healthier habits and offering products that help individuals live their best, most active lives.

Domestic Violence Against Women, Mckaye Didericksen

Student Research Symposium

Types of Abuse

• Physical Abuse
• Physical Violence
• Emotional Abuse
• Non-Physical Behavior
• Financial Abuse
• Control Financial Situation
• Sexual Abuse
• Partner Controlled Sexual and Physical Intimacy in the Relationship
• Often non-consensual and forced