Uc-082-216 Ai Driven Guest Support For Vacationsforyou​, Cassidie Grogan, Kendal Elison, Benjamin Dulcio, Ezra Begashaw, Wilfred Faltz

C-Day Computing Showcase

The AI Guest Support Assistant is a proof-of-concept, web-based chatbot designed to streamline guest support for a high-volume vacation rental operation. The system leverages a Large Language Model (LLM) combined with a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) approach to deliver accurate, context-aware responses to common guest inquiries, such as reservation details and check-in times. Built using a React frontend and a FastAPI backend, the platform integrates securely with the StreamlineVRS property management system. The solution aims to reduce call center workload by automating repetitive inquiries while maintaining a clear escalation path for more complex requests. This project evaluates the feasibility, usability, and …

Uc-086-235 Student Performance Pattern Mining, Cesar Arevalo Colocho

C-Day Computing Showcase

This project applies data mining techniques to explore patterns in a student performance dataset. The analysis focuses on discovering natural groupings of students and frequent associations among academic, social, and lifestyle attributes. Clustering and association rule mining are used to identify meaningful structures in the data, emphasizing pattern discovery and interpretation rather than outcome prediction.

Uc-087-236 Early Prediction Of Player Performance, Grady Freeman, Hien Truong, Jackson Mayo

C-Day Computing Showcase

This study examines whether early-season performance metrics can support player evaluation under the NCAA’s shortened transfer window. Using data from Conference USA and the Mid-American Conference, we modeled offensive (UASE) and defensive (DAR) efficiency with multiple predictive methods. Across both full-season and 9-game datasets, DAR was more predictable, with higher R² and lower RMSE values. Linear Regression consistently performed best for DAR, while KNN and Random Forest performed best for UASE depending on the dataset. Results show that meaningful performance patterns can be identified early in the season, even with limited data. These findings suggest analytics can help programs make …

Uc-098-187 Zero-Inflated Poisson Modeling Of Ncaa Postseason Awards, Charles Lane, Kyle Bresko, Kaleb Treang

C-Day Computing Showcase

Our project focuses on predicting postseason awards for NCAA Men's College Basketball which can be difficult to model given that less than 15% of players in a given season win awards. After evaluating basic models, we selected a Zero-Inflated Poisson (ZIP) model to account for most players receiving zero awards. We identified free-throw attempts as being the best predictor for the structural zeros present in who can win an award. The final ZIP model produced better evaluation metrics than other basic models. Accounting for structural zeros allowed us to better model how on court statistics can translate into postseason awards.

Uc-099-189 Spectre, Alexander Tobal, Chris Higgins Jr, Jaylin Reeves, Logan Leichter

C-Day Computing Showcase

Spectre consists of four levels, where players complete various objectives and fight off ghosts while doing so. Our tutorial level introduces players to the mechanics, such as shooting, rear view mirror shooting, walking and jumping. With the rest of the levels focusing on completing objectives in order to progress. The final level culminates in a boss fight, ending the journey. While players explore and complete objectives, enemies drop a currency that players can spend to obtain upgrades. Getting hit by enemies not only reduces the players’ health but also applies debuffs to them making players more cautious of their surroundings. …

Uc-117-213 Haunted Owl Hotel – A 3d Horror Maze Chase Game, Carter Griffin, Rin Egl, Kcyana Redmon, Jose Portillo, Alana Nesbit

C-Day Computing Showcase

“Haunted Owl Hotel” is a horror Pac-Man-inspired, 3D maze chase game. You play as a cute owl named Sappy trying to escape the scary hotel, but suddenly your elevator breaks down. Navigate the spooky halls to collect the candles left behind on each floor to reactivate the elevator, but be careful, after grabbing each candle, the darkness left behind will follow you. Ghosts lurk around every corner hoping to make you their next victim. Descend through each floor without losing all 3 lives to escape the haunted owl hotel and win the game.

Uc-121-133 Head In The Clouds, Hunter Osborne, Jane Day, Chase Bell

C-Day Computing Showcase

Head in the Clouds is a video game that puts the player in the shoes of a child with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). Rain, the protagonist, is told by their mother to take out the trash, but keeps getting distracted and daydreaming instead. The player must beat platforming challenges to get Rain back on task. The narrative and gameplay is meant to represent the difficulties of having ADHD.

Uc-122-135 Mutatio Mentis, Isaac Alderman, Braden Mizell, Collin Sutton

C-Day Computing Showcase

Mutatio Mentis is a first person, narrative heavy, puzzle-lite RPG that follows the story of a renaissance era plague doctor and their attempt to alter the minds of three subjects; a gardener, a street urchin, and a priest. The narrative is set in 1637 Florence, Italy, in the wake of the Great Plague of Milan, and draws heavily from renaissance culture. Each of the three subjects have progressively more complex personal conflicts, which present through the gameplay aesthetics of each act, as the gameplay changes to reflect the problems of each subject. Our focus is on tackling mental and emotional …

Uc-131-162 Physical 8-Bit Cpu, Samuel Hoerner, Aryan Merchant, John Dislen, Kyran Day

C-Day Computing Showcase

This isn’t an app - it’s the machine behind it. A fully functional 8-bit CPU, built from scratch, turning raw signals into real computation. The system combines our custom assembly-to-run, FPGA-driven control unit (CU), discrete transistor Arithmetical Logical Unit (ALU), external memory, and 5 registers to execute programs through a fetch-execute cycle. The result is a tangible computing platform that bridges low-level digital logic with high-level system behavior.

Uc-135-129 Fishgame: Mobile Hyper-Casual Fishing Game, Lauren Rousell, Lisbeth Martinez, Jacob Portillo, Jacob Miller

C-Day Computing Showcase

fishGame is a strategy-driven hyper-casual mobile game that combines the accessibility of traditional mobile gameplay with the progression depth of a roguelike. The project was developed over a three-month period using Unity 6.3 and related production tools. Following the completion of an alpha build, testing was conducted through gameplay sessions and a detailed follow-up survey to gather feedback on player experience, clarity, and engagement. Results indicated that fishGame was well received, with players reporting low levels of confusion and strong replayability. These findings suggest a clear interest in mobile games that offer greater depth while preserving the immediacy and simplicity …

Uc-136-132 Gamma Guardian: Teaching About Hlh, Lauren Rousell, Logan Leichter, Jacob Portillo, James Lock

C-Day Computing Showcase

Gamma Guardian is an educational strategy game for children ages 6 to 12 that introduces Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and immune-system balance through interactive gameplay. The game places players inside the human body, where they use touch controls, antibody shields, and immune-response management to defend against interferon gamma, bacteria, and pathogens. Development used Unity 6.3 and followed a level-based design with educational feedback, AI-driven enemies, and a simple visual style to support learning. The result is a fully functional game with five levels, integrated educational content, and multi-platform support, exceeding the original goal of producing only a demo.

Uc-137-237 The House Watches, Lisbeth Martinez, Lauren Rousell, Jaime Mcbride, Karizma Quiroz, Aidan Kleine

C-Day Computing Showcase

The House Watches is a horror-puzzle game about a boy and a dog trying to reunite after mysterious supernatural creatures, called duendes, invade their home. The game consists of two levels, each with a different mode of gameplay; level one is a more traditional item-collection horror experience, and level 2 is based around puzzles that must be completed in a limited time frame. The House Watches includes original art, music, and models, as well as a dynamic gameplay system that increases the difficulty of each level over time.

Uc-142-177 Multiplayer Spsu Tub Racing Video Game, William Pitts, William Urvan, Thomas Powell, Joshua Young

C-Day Computing Showcase

Multiplayer Bathtub Racing revives a well-known Southern Polytechnic State University tradition through a digital multiplayer experience built in Unity. The project extends a prior single-player tub racing game by adding online multiplayer

Uc-144-182 Paracosm, Va'quez Friday

C-Day Computing Showcase

Paracosm is a gothic horror game revolving around a tattoo artist, named Villain, who discovers that his art has suddenly come to life. Despite this phenomenon, Villain insists on finishing his tasks before three Am, due to his superstitious nature. What he doesn’t know yet is that if he doesn’t finish by that time, then he will be forever stuck in his shop with no escape. He will also learn that not all of his lively drawings are friendly, and that the not-so friendly drawings of his will stop at nothing to make sure he fails-Knowing that if he fails, …

Toyon 68 - Full Issue

Toyon: Multilingual Literary Magazine

No abstract provided.

Full Issue - Toyon 62

Toyon: Multilingual Literary Magazine

No abstract provided.

Treating Depression With L-Methylfolate: A Review Of Evidence, Marianna G. Pettit

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

Abstract

Introduction & Background: Depressive disorders have many different causes. Folate deficiency can sometimes be behind these disorders, due to this vitamin’s role in neurotransmitter synthesis. Some research suggests that supplementing with an active form of folate improves depressive symptoms with and without antidepressant use. Purpose Statement Question: For individuals with depressive disorders, does supplementation with L-methylfolate (LMF) reduce symptoms of depressive disorders with or without use of an antidepressant? Literature Review: A manual literature search for sources published within the past 7 years revealed 557 documents from four different databases. Key search words included, “depression,” “treatment,” …

A Historical Analysis Of The Development Of Prenatal Care In The U. S., Kristen Montgomery Phd, Cnm, Aprn, Shelby Greene Bsn, Rn, Lauren Griffin Bsn, Rn, Destiny Lewis Bsn, Rn, Lauryn Lewis Bsn, Rn, Bryleigh Newberry Bsn, Rn, Brittany Scott Bsn, Rn

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

Purpose: This paper examines the historical development of prenatal care in the United States, tracing its evolution from informal, home—based management to structured, evidence-based systems that are central to maternal and fetal health.

Aims: The specific aim of this project was to determine how prenatal care evolved in the United States.

Methods: A historical methods approach was used. Historical documents were reviewed using PubMed, CINAHL, and Google Scholar to find relevant resources. Relevant articles were reviewed by the research team and analyzed for components regarding the development of prenatal care. All members of the research team reviewed the articles and …

Nurse-To-Patient Ratios In Adult Medical-Surgical Units, Kayleigh A. Runion, Emily G. Barnette, Maddison K. Wood, Jeremy Walker

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

Nurse-to-patient ratios in adult medical-surgical floors vary across healthcare settings and have been linked to patient safety and quality outcomes. Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 to 6 or greater are most common in practice settings, despite the growing evidence that higher nurse workloads are associated with increased mortality, longer length of stay, higher readmission rates, mistakes, and miscommunication in nursing care. The purpose of this evidence-based practice project is to examine whether applying safer nurse-to-patient ratios, 1 to 4 instead of 1 to 6 or higher, improves patient safety outcomes. Using the Johns Hopkins Evidenced-Based Practice Model, a project was put …

Does Time Matter? Comparing 8- And 12-Hour Registered Nurse Shifts., Ava P. King, Abby L. Goodall, Cheryl L. Goodall, Makayla B. Ramsey, Imari K. Golden

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

This project analyzes the effect that registered nurse's shift length has on patient outcomes and quality of care. The research specifically explores a well-debated healthcare issue; are 12-hour shifts associated with poor patient care due to fatigue? By comparing errors made in 12-hour and 8-hour shift lengths of registered nurses, it can be determined if a trend can be seen in declining patient care. Not only will this research shed light on nurses' fatigue and burnout, but it will also showcase the patient dangers associated with overworking. Overall, the goal is to bring awareness using statistical data that explains why …

Historical Development Of Vaccines And The Public's Response, Kristen Montgomery, Samantha Prince Bsn, Rn, Melissa Ealey Bsn, Rn, Jarrad Morelock Bsn, Rn, Shelby Johnson Bsn, Rn, Kokeshia Crosby Bsn, Rn, Stephanies Himes Bsn, Rn, Theresia Hinton Bsn, Rn

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

Purpose: Vaccines, which have become one of the most important medical accomplishments in the prevention of communicable diseases, have a history that dates to the use of variolation as early as the 11th century. The purpose of this study is to explore the historical development of vaccines and to determine the characteristics that emerged when new vaccines were developed.

Aims: The specific aim of this study is to understand if all vaccines have been received about the same by the general public or if there are certain different or diverse characteristics associated with the introduction of different vaccines.

Methods: A …

A Systematic Literature Review On Alternative Treatment Modalities In Adults With Treatment Resistant Depression, Brian Miller

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

Abstract

            Currently, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) often defer to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for individuals with TRD who fail to achieve resolution of their disorder. However, many individuals do not meet criteria for ECT or decline the treatment due to side effects and associated risks. To synthesize potential alternative treatments and address the current gap in literature that does not include first-line preferred electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a systematic literature review was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA 2020). Databases searched for this review included the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature …

The Impact Of Social Interaction On Patient Well-Being With Transition Into Long-Term Care Settings: A Review Of Interventions For Improved Patient Outcomes, Helen Whitney Harmon

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

Abstract

Purpose: When individual patients are transitioned from home or acute care settings to more long-term care environments such as skilled nursing units or assisted living facilities, the residents are at an increased risk of experiencing loneliness, which is linked to depression, anxiety, and increasing cognitive decline, and other detrimental outcomes.

Aims: Combinations of peer-reviewed qualitative and quantitative research studies were analyzed to determine what factors contributed to changes in patient well-being, mental health and overall quality of life during these transitions.

Methods: One article focusing on preventable healthcare transitions in patient population was able to link higher medical acuity …

Does Mandated Paid Maternity Leave Affect Postpartum Depression?, Amaya S. Hall, Shay Y. Bullwinkel, Loran M. Hurley, Sara Cook

Epsilon Sigma at-Large Research Conference

This project analyzes the effects that paid maternity leave has on postpartum depression. Upon reviewing multiple studies, it has been demonstrated that unpaid maternity leave is associated with postpartum depression. Throughout researching postpartum depression rates, it has been proven to be much higher in unpaid leave compared to paid maternity leave. Mothers that have the burden of staying home with their infants and having to juggle time off work, without being compensated, are at an increased risk of experiencing postpartum depression. It has been shown that when a mother is able to focus on her child and her healing after …

The Alarming Rise Of Constitutional Illiteracy In America, Christine Johnson

Liberty University Research Week

No abstract provided.

The Secret Society Of British Prisoners Of War At The Albemarle Barracks, Ethan Hope-Ogden

Liberty University Research Week

No abstract provided.

Epistemological Skepticism, Certainty, And How Knowledge Is Still Possible, Dominic Attiliis

Liberty University Research Week

This paper evaluates epistemological skepticism and its implications for the concept of knowledge. Philosophers such as David Hume have advanced skeptical challenges that call into question the possibility of knowledge, while others have sought to resist his conclusions. At its core, this debate concerns the nature of certainty in epistemology. I argue that, when properly understood, epistemological skepticism does not undermine knowledge; rather, it introduces a necessary intellectual humility. First, I clarify a working definition of knowledge as employed in contemporary philosophical discourse. I then examine classical arguments for skepticism to demonstrate the seriousness of their challenge. Following this, I …

“The Inspiration Of Woman’S Genius:” The 1893 Columbian Exposition And Its Recognition Of Women, Olivia Mares

Liberty University Research Week

Women’s history was globally recognized as worthy of note in 1893, and its main representation and voice at the Columbian Exposition belonged to the Board of Lady Managers, which gained surprising respect from many and paved the way for the future of women’s activism, rights, and global representation. This research aims to analyze the scale and impact of the Board of Lady Managers and the work of women on display at a global event. Additionally, this research seeks to deepen our understanding of the beginning of widespread public recognition and appreciation of women’s achievements and history have developed in the …

American Phoenix: The Rise Of J.D. Vance, Isaiah Ingram

Liberty University Research Week

No abstract provided.

Choreographed Confession: Plath’S Engineered Extremity And Technical Voice, Emma Heagney

Liberty University Research Week

Sylvia Plath’s poetry is frequently interpreted through the framework of confessionalism, encouraging readings that equate emotional extremity with spontaneous self-disclosure and psychological crisis. This presentation challenges that assumption by arguing that the intensity of Plath’s late poetry is not an eruption of uncontrolled feeling but a deliberately engineered aesthetic effect. Drawing on Plath’s journals and letters alongside close readings of poems from Ariel, the project demonstrates that Plath conceived of poetry as a disciplined, technical practice involving control, revision, and precision rather than unmediated expression. Her private writings repeatedly emphasize ordering, manipulation, and the importance of sound, revealing a poet …