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Forensic Search Methods: Comparing Effectiveness And Efficiency In A Grassland Environment, Robert Brown
Forensic Search Methods: Comparing Effectiveness And Efficiency In A Grassland Environment, Robert Brown
Honors Theses
An important aspect of death investigations is the recovery of human remains to determine crucial details such as body identity, time of death, and cause of death. Physical evidence is often moved by elements, such as water, gravity, plants, and scavengers in outdoor crime scenes, making recovery challenging. As a result, forensic scientists have created several search methods to locate dispersed human remains. Previous studies have primarily focused on predicting animal scavenging patterns, but few have compared the performance of forensic search methods in specific environments. This study addresses this area of research by assessing three common search methods in …
Testing Revenge Pornography Using The General Strain Theory And Online Disinhibition Effect, Jesus Manuel Guardado Hernandez
Testing Revenge Pornography Using The General Strain Theory And Online Disinhibition Effect, Jesus Manuel Guardado Hernandez
Open Access Theses & Dissertations
The current study tests whether perceptions of general strain and online disinhibition effect could explain the intent to commit Revenge Pornography (RP). The data was collected using an online survey that was launched on a research platform called "Connect Cloud Research." After gathering the data, bivariate correlation and multiple regression analysis were necessary to establish the relationship and causality. Results were mixed, showing that there is a positive correlation with general strain and online disinhibition effect factors with the intent to commit RP, while multiple regression indicated that the independent variables did not predict the intent to commit RP. Unexpectedly, …
A Brighter Future Lies Ahead? The Impact Of Juvenile Records On Adults' Hiring Prospects, Morgan Rose Wagner
A Brighter Future Lies Ahead? The Impact Of Juvenile Records On Adults' Hiring Prospects, Morgan Rose Wagner
Open Access Theses & Dissertations
Having a record can make obtaining employment difficult - while the stigma against criminal records is well established, the effects of a juvenile record on hiring outcomes is less clear. Juvenile records can often be sealed; however, when sealing is not done consistently or transparently, people with juvenile records face a difficult decision when applying for jobs - disclose a record that may be sealed, or omit information about a record that shows up on a background check? Experiment 1 used a hypothetical applicant paradigm with a sample of hiring managers to evaluate the impact of juvenile record disclosure and …
Can Shame And Guilt Be Used As A Deterrent For Drug Use And Drug Crime Recidivism?, Megan Elizabeth Pesek
Can Shame And Guilt Be Used As A Deterrent For Drug Use And Drug Crime Recidivism?, Megan Elizabeth Pesek
Sociology and Criminology Undergraduate Honors Theses
Introduction: The present study focuses on how shame and guilt can be used as a deterrent for substance use and substance-related crime recidivism. This research is significant because of on-going alcohol and other drug crime recidivism in the United States. About 68% of drug-involved offenders have been found to recidivate within three years of their release from prison. Understanding how guilt and shame affect one's drug use and crime recidivism is important in recovery. This study was influenced by Braithwaite's theory of reintegrative shaming: using shame and guilt as the specific deterrent for recidivism. Methods: Based on this theory, I …
Women’S Participation In Homegrown And Domestic Terrorism Plots, Caroline Johnson
Women’S Participation In Homegrown And Domestic Terrorism Plots, Caroline Johnson
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
The 21st century ushered in major social, political, and cultural changes in the United States, including a new era of homeland security and new forms of domestic terrorism. Little is known about how such shifts may have impacted women’s participation in terrorism plots. In response, data from the American Terrorism Study (ATS) are used to comparatively examine the involvement of women in homegrown and domestic terrorism plots before and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Findings of similarities and differences in women’s involvement in terrorism across time periods are presented and contextualized.
Applying A Strained Masculinity Framework To Honor Killings And Incel Murders, Shreeya Gandhi
Applying A Strained Masculinity Framework To Honor Killings And Incel Murders, Shreeya Gandhi
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
The current study explores how pursuits of hegemonic masculinity can shape the comparative nature of Gender Based Violence (GBV), specifically incel killings and honor killings, in the United States over the past 30 years. Drawing from Allison and Klein's (2021) strained masculinity framework and employing a homicide narrative approach, a qualitative theme analysis is conducted to determine whether existing thematic categories of strained masculinity determined relevant in prior research also apply to these relatively are forms of deadly GBV. Honor killing data come from Hayes, Freilich & Chermak (2016) and incel killing data come from the Extremist Crime Database (ECDB). …
From Adolescence Into Adulthood: How Exclusionary Discipline And Sex Impact Early Adulthood Social And Economic Opportunities, Madeline Shanahan
From Adolescence Into Adulthood: How Exclusionary Discipline And Sex Impact Early Adulthood Social And Economic Opportunities, Madeline Shanahan
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
The school-to-prison pipeline has established the relationship between school exclusionary discipline and an increased likelihood of experiencing criminal justice contact. Furthermore, exclusionary discipline serves as a precursor to several negative life outcomes, including educational and economic disadvantages. Using a life course perspective and longitudinal data from the Future of Families and Child Wellbeing Study (FFCWS) collected from 1998 to 2024, this study aims to understand the role that sex plays in exclusionary discipline and explores sex differences in early adulthood life opportunities post-exclusionary discipline. This study utilizes logistic regression analyses to answer the following questions: (1) Are there different early …
Gender Craze: Framing Policy Discrimination Against Transgender Students In K-12 Education, Quinette Rogers
Gender Craze: Framing Policy Discrimination Against Transgender Students In K-12 Education, Quinette Rogers
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
Transgender youth in K-12 public education have been systematically marginalized through state-sanctioned violence and discriminatory policies, often portrayed as societal "boogeymen." They face exclusion and othering due to restrictive state legislation, such as bathroom bans, sports participation restrictions, and limited access to gender-affirming care. Current research lacks a comprehensive analysis of how state-level legislation affects transgender students. This study addresses that gap by employing qualitative thematic coding to examine the language, framing, and impact of state education policies on transgender students. By analyzing how these policies are framed around themes such as protecting family, safeguarding children, individual liberty, constitutional rights, …
The Role Of Mental And Physical Health On Fear Of Crime, Macky Ann Hurst
The Role Of Mental And Physical Health On Fear Of Crime, Macky Ann Hurst
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
Fear of crime is a significant social issue that affects quality of life, often leading to behavioral changes and increased anxiety. While prior research has explored the link between fear of crime and health, notable gaps remain – particularly regarding how distinct dimensions of health influence fear of crime. This study addresses these gaps by examining the effects of perceived health and depressive symptoms on fear of crime. Data were drawn from the Arkansas Crime, Public Safety, and Health Survey (ACPSHS), an online, opt-in survey of approximately 2,300 non- institutionalized adults in Arkansas. Ordinary least squares regression models were used …
Guns, Policing, And Crime: How The Internet And Social Media Shape Public Opinions, Sophie Buckley
Guns, Policing, And Crime: How The Internet And Social Media Shape Public Opinions, Sophie Buckley
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
I aimed to understand whether and how use of the internet and social media shapes attitudes on gun control, policing, and general crime. I use elements of cultivation theory to explain how exposure to media content insights moral panics and influences public beliefs on issues like guns and policing. Data were drawn from the 2023 Pew Research Center National Public Opinion Reference Survey (N=4,713), an annual survey of United States adults to produce benchmark estimates for various topics. I hypothesized that data from the survey will show frequent social media and internet usage influences attitudes towards crime, policing, and guns. …
Section 276 Applications In Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Cases: The Impact Of R V Goldfinch, Janine Benedet, Isabel Grant
Section 276 Applications In Intimate Partner Sexual Assault Cases: The Impact Of R V Goldfinch, Janine Benedet, Isabel Grant
UBC Law Review
No abstract provided.
Placing Expediency Before Principle: An Empirical Analysis Of The Joint Sentencing Practices Of Canadian Crown Prosecutors And Defence Lawyers, Sharmi Jaggi
UBC Law Review
No abstract provided.
Systemic Racism And Sentencing Indigenous Youth, Helene Love, Stephanie Wiley
Systemic Racism And Sentencing Indigenous Youth, Helene Love, Stephanie Wiley
UBC Law Review
No abstract provided.
Histomorphology Of Sharp-Force Trauma On Partially Cremated Remains, Horaceena Findley
Histomorphology Of Sharp-Force Trauma On Partially Cremated Remains, Horaceena Findley
Student Theses
Identifying sharp-force trauma in thermally altered human remains presents a significant challenge in forensic investigations, particularly in arson-related deaths where traditional autopsy techniques may be limited. This study explores the efficacy of histological methods in detecting sharp-force trauma on partially cremated remains using pig ribs (Sus scrofa) as a human analog. Simulated tool marks from a knife, screwdriver, and flathead screwdriver were inflicted at varying angles (60° and 90°) and subsequently exposed to high temperatures in an open fire setting. Histological analyses, including Hematoxylin and Eosin Y (H&E) and Gomori’s Prussian Blue staining, were employed to assess tissue structure and …
Passive Dna Transfer To Fidget Blasters Stored In Cars, Rachel Chan
Passive Dna Transfer To Fidget Blasters Stored In Cars, Rachel Chan
Student Theses
This study evaluated the amount of detectable DNA accumulated on clean plastic fidget blasters, used to simulate firearms, over a seven-day storage period inside a vehicle. Twelve volunteers were asked to place one fidget blaster each in the glove box and underneath the driver’s seat from behind. After the seven-day period, the volunteers returned the fidget blasters, donated a reference sample, and filled out a questionnaire. The grip, slide, and trigger were swabbed for DNA and extracted. The extracts were quantified to determine the concentration of human DNA, and if the samples met the PCR threshold to be genotyped. The …
Behind The Screen: Understanding The Human Firewall In Cybersecurity, Arun Venkitanarayanan
Behind The Screen: Understanding The Human Firewall In Cybersecurity, Arun Venkitanarayanan
Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, and Cybersecurity
No abstract provided.
Educated And Unemployed: A Case Study To Understand The Challenges Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Face After Release, Joyce Blackmon
Educated And Unemployed: A Case Study To Understand The Challenges Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Face After Release, Joyce Blackmon
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this qualitative intrinsic case study was to understand the phenomenon of formerly incarcerated individuals who have received a postsecondary degree while incarcerated, yet were unable to obtain employment that was commensurate to the degree earned. Sixteen participants in the United States were recruited for this study. Formerly incarcerated individuals and prospective employers gave insight and examined why formerly incarcerated individuals have an enormous number of issues obtaining employment after reintegration. The Tadros theory of change provided a theoretical lens for this inquiry and gave understanding of the changes that the formerly incarcerated needed while incarcerated to accomplish …
The Long Road: Housing For The Marginalized Unhoused, Isabelle Ronette Fromm
The Long Road: Housing For The Marginalized Unhoused, Isabelle Ronette Fromm
Architecture Theses
This research explores the homelessness crisis in U.S. urban areas, emphasizing its disproportionate impact on marginalized groups, including African Americans, Latinos, veterans, and youth aging out of foster care. Key factors—poverty, housing shortages, mental health disparities, and systemic racism—worsen housing instability. Existing solutions often overlook these intersections. This study proposes flexible, sustainable housing models—specifically transitional and co-living designs—as viable solutions. Through historical analysis, policy reviews, and case studies, it investigates modular designs that offer safe, dignified, and accessible spaces, prioritizing economic feasibility and adaptability. Findings highlight the effectiveness of adaptive reuse strategies, promoting autonomy for vulnerable individuals. The concept of …
From Isolation To Inclusion: A Neighborhood Resource Hub For Preventing Homelessness And Fostering Social Connections, Cali Halgrimson
From Isolation To Inclusion: A Neighborhood Resource Hub For Preventing Homelessness And Fostering Social Connections, Cali Halgrimson
Architecture Theses
This thesis explores a design-driven approach to addressing homelessness in Salt Lake City by creating a comprehensive neighborhood resource hub focused on prevention and community integration. The project’s primary phase includes four key buildings providing early intervention, health and wellness, community gathering, and education services, all thoughtfully designed to reduce isolation through daylighting, nature integration, diverse social spaces, and a unifying campus pathway. By shifting the focus from crisis response to early support, the hub aims to fill critical gaps in existing services and foster long-term stability. A conceptual second phase proposes supportive housing and mixed-use development to further this …
May 1, 2025, The Daily Mississippian
May 1, 2025, The Daily Mississippian
Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)
No abstract provided.
Using Machine Learning To Detect Vault (Anti-Forensic) Apps, Michael N. Johnstone, Wencheng Yang, Mohiuddin Ahmed
Using Machine Learning To Detect Vault (Anti-Forensic) Apps, Michael N. Johnstone, Wencheng Yang, Mohiuddin Ahmed
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Content hiding, or vault applications (apps), are designed with a secondary, often concealed purpose, such as encrypting and storing files. While these apps may serve legitimate functions, they unequivocally present significant challenges for law enforcement. Conventional methods for tackling this issue, whether static or dynamic, prove inadequate when devices—typically smartphones—cannot be modified. Additionally, these methods frequently require prior knowledge of which apps are classified as vault apps. This research decisively demonstrates that a non-invasive method of app analysis, combined with machine learning, can effectively identify vault apps. Our findings reveal that it is entirely possible to detect an Android vault …
2025 May, Morehead State University. Office Of Communications & Marketing.
2025 May, Morehead State University. Office Of Communications & Marketing.
Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present
Press releases for May of 2025.
A Remarkable Look At Sentencing For A Remarkable Set Of Drug Defendants, Douglas A. Berman, Steven L. Chanenson
A Remarkable Look At Sentencing For A Remarkable Set Of Drug Defendants, Douglas A. Berman, Steven L. Chanenson
Faculty Publications
A new dataset capturing sentencing outcomes for “boat defendants,” a notable group of federal drug offenders who share many characteristics, provides a fresh perspective on many different aspects of federal case-processing and drug-sentencing outcomes. This overview provides a brief look at ground- breaking research based on this dataset, which serves as an anchor article for this issue of the Federal Sentencing Reporter, followed by a history of the creation of this dataset and then commentaries highlighting insights and lessons drawn from this original research.
Antiracist Expert Evidence, Jasmine Gonzales Rose, Asees Bhasin, Spencer Piston
Antiracist Expert Evidence, Jasmine Gonzales Rose, Asees Bhasin, Spencer Piston
Faculty Scholarship
Since 2020, when mass protests against racism swept across the United States, scholars, lawyers, and the general public have become increasingly aware that racism permeates society and the criminal legal system, from overt racial animus to the nuanced effects of structural racism. Demonstrating the influence of racism is therefore vital to the practice of criminal defense, yet many attorneys do not know how to prove racism in court. We surveyed over seven hundred criminal-defense attorneys across the United States, and nearly half had never heard of expert witnesses testifying or submitting written reports on racism—what we call “antiracist expert evidence.” …
Enhancing Influence Estimation In Gradient Boosted Decision Trees Through Hierarchical Analysis, Anurag Choubey
Enhancing Influence Estimation In Gradient Boosted Decision Trees Through Hierarchical Analysis, Anurag Choubey
Theses
This report presents a novel influence function for gradient-boosted decision trees (GBDTs), a widely-used class of predictive models. Influence estimation aims to quantify how individual training samples affect a model’s predictions, offering valuable insights for model debugging, data quality analysis, and in- terpretability. Existing influence functions for GBDTs—such as LeafInfluence, LeafInfluenceSP, and BoostIn—have shown varying degrees of success, with BoostIn currently recognized as the state-of-the-art in terms of estimation quality and computational efficiency. In this work, we propose BoostInLCA, a new influence function that extends BoostIn by incorporating information from non-leaf nodes via the Lowest Common Ancestor (LCA) path, thereby …
Predicting The Probability Of Crime Related Danger In Los Angeles, Joshua Oghenetega Okpako
Predicting The Probability Of Crime Related Danger In Los Angeles, Joshua Oghenetega Okpako
Theses
This thesis examines the use of advanced machine learning to predict crime danger in Los Angeles, where 2023 violent crime rates (503 per 100,000) surpass the national average (363.8 per 100,000). Rooted in theories like social disorganization and victim vulnerability, it addresses the lack of combined victim-centric modeling by focusing on three questions: (1) Do blended ensemble models outperform individual models in predicting crime danger? (2) Can unsupervised learning techniques enhance supervised models’ accuracy through label generation or augmentation? (3) How can we interpret accurate machine learning models' decision-making processes? Using historical crime data from Los Angeles (2020–2025) and various …
Innovating Criminal Justice: Predictive Analytics For Effective Recidivism Management, Dina Ali Haidar
Innovating Criminal Justice: Predictive Analytics For Effective Recidivism Management, Dina Ali Haidar
Theses
Recidivism—the tendency of previously convicted individuals to reoffend—poses significant challenges to criminal justice systems worldwide. In the United States, a study by the Bureau of Justice Statistics revealed that approximately 68% of released prisoners were rearrested within three years, and 83% within nine years (Bureau of Justice Statistics, 2018). These high rates underscore systemic deficiencies in rehabilitation processes and resource allocation. Traditional risk assessment tools often rely on static factors, failing to account for the dynamic and individualized nature of reoffending risks. This limitation highlights the need for innovative, data-driven methodologies to enhance offender management strategies. This study proposes a …
Understand The Power Of Resilient Adult Survivors Of Childhood Neglect, Sheena Smith
Understand The Power Of Resilient Adult Survivors Of Childhood Neglect, Sheena Smith
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of adults from New York (NY) and New Jersey (NJ) who have overcome adverse childhood experiences and describe their experiences in becoming resilient. Adverse childhood experiences have been linked to various health disparities, including depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and physical health concerns. However, limited research focuses specifically on resilience among survivors of childhood neglect and adversity. The study investigated the subjective experiences of adults residing in New York and New Jersey who have experienced high levels of ACEs, including neglect and abandonment. The study answered the following …
The Impact Of Rural Recovery Residences On Individuals' Recovery, Brandon Robert Peter Mielke
The Impact Of Rural Recovery Residences On Individuals' Recovery, Brandon Robert Peter Mielke
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
This phenomenological study examined the experiences of individuals currently residing in rural recovery residences, with particular attention paid to perceived helpful factors and challenges regarding living in the residence as well as comparing residents’ experiences to individuals’ experiences in urban recovery residences as delineated by previous studies, as there is little current research examining rural recovery residences. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 men who resided in rural recovery residences at the time of the study’s completion. Three research questions guided the interviews and the subsequent comparative analysis: How do individuals living in rural recovery residences describe their lived experiences …
Exploring Trauma And African American Male Victims Of Intimate Partner Violence, Paige Shaunta Denigi Simon
Exploring Trauma And African American Male Victims Of Intimate Partner Violence, Paige Shaunta Denigi Simon
Doctoral Dissertations and Projects
This qualitative phenomenological study aimed to examine the experiences of heterosexual African American men from Georgia who are victims of IPV. This study aims to identify barriers that hinder survivors from reporting their trauma and seeking mental health services and resources. The theoretical framework utilized for this research study is Intersectional Theory. Using Intersectionality as a theoretical lens for this research study allows for a greater understanding of the multiple components and experiences that shape the identity of the African American man. This qualitative phenomenological study answered the following central research questions: “In what ways do African American male victims …