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Trauma-Informed Practices In Education, Ashley Winfield
Trauma-Informed Practices In Education, Ashley Winfield
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has a set of guidelines regarding trauma-informed practices in the medical field. When working with individuals who have experienced trauma, the way in which we interact with them matters. What is less standard than these CDC guidelines, though, is how to best support students who have experienced some level of trauma or adverse childhood experiences (ACES) in the classroom. How can we equip educators with the tools needed to support students in their classrooms who have experienced trauma? Transforming Education created a list of five key trauma-informed social-emotional learning principles to guide teachers …
Hdfs Spring 2024 Newsletter, Raeann Hamon
Hdfs Spring 2024 Newsletter, Raeann Hamon
Human Development and Family Science Student Work
Annual spring newsletter created by the Human Development and Family Science Department. Student, faculty, and alumni updates.
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Words Without Faces: Anonymous Social Media On Campus, Evelyn Kelly
Words Without Faces: Anonymous Social Media On Campus, Evelyn Kelly
Language, Literature & Writing Student Scholarship
"A new anonymous social media app, Fizz, has announced intentions to launch on Messiah University’s campus. Anonymous social media apps allow users to post within a set community without their comments being traced back to them. One such popular app around campus is Yik Yak..."
The Bork Nomination And Degradation Of Debate, Alexa Mast
The Bork Nomination And Degradation Of Debate, Alexa Mast
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
The president’s power to nominate Supreme Court justices could be the tool best-suited for crafting a legacy, for it is the power to impact the nation well beyond the length of his term. With the unraveling of the New Deal coalition and the ascension of the Rehnquist Court, the retirement of Justice Lewis F. Powell invited the opportunity for President Ronald Reagan to secure a conservative majority on the Supreme Court for the next generation. His nominee was one of the most prominent conservative legal scholars in the nation, and a favorite of the Republican party who boasted an impressive …
2023 Sacs Symposium Schedule, Jennifer L. Thomson
2023 Sacs Symposium Schedule, Jennifer L. Thomson
2023 SACS Symposium
Thank you for joining us as we celebrate the excellent research that has been conducted by the students of the School of Arts, Culture and Society. The week will kick-off with a research symposium on:
Monday, April 24th in Hostetter Chapel from 8 am - 8 pm
Student researchers will presenting their data in both poster and oral presentation formats.
At Messiah, we believe in educating "men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith". Through inquiry and scholarship, our students and faculty seek to glorify God and grow in wisdom and understanding of His creation.
Dr. Peter …
Hdfs Spring 2023 Newsletter, Raeann Hamon
Hdfs Spring 2023 Newsletter, Raeann Hamon
Human Development and Family Science Student Work
Annual spring newsletter created by the Human Development and Family Science Department. Student, faculty, and alumni updates.
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- Luke Miller- Outstanding Alumni Recipient
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Handbooks, Policies, And Power: Discursive Language And Lgbtqia+ Representation In Christian University Handbooks, Kaitlin Merlino
Handbooks, Policies, And Power: Discursive Language And Lgbtqia+ Representation In Christian University Handbooks, Kaitlin Merlino
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
For many years, tensions have existed between Christianity and the LGBTQ community, most apparent in contexts such as politics and education. One site of conflict is within the realm of Christian higher education, specifically in regards to campus-wide regulation of same-sex behaviors. This research examines the language in sexuality-based rules as communicated in four Christian universities' handbooks. Bakhtin & Holquist (1981) demonstrate the innate tension between dialogue and the social context within which it is understood. Therefore, since language is not neutral, the words creating these rules are in themselves a site of tension for the university, its contributors, its …
Religious Orientation And Coping In Third Culture Kids, Kayla Zerbe
Religious Orientation And Coping In Third Culture Kids, Kayla Zerbe
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
This study examines the correlation between religious orientation and religious coping in Third Culture Kids (TCKs). Young adult TCKs often struggle with their identity, mental health, and cultural adjustment during the reentry process. Despite the unique struggles TCKs experience, very little research has been done on this population. Religion may play a role in the reentry process as support, challenge, or way of coping. The present study examines religion in TCKs through the lens of motivation, using the Religious Orientation Scale (ROS), which measures intrinsic and extrinsic religious orientation, and the Brief RCOPE, which measures positive and negative religious coping. …
Liturgy Of The Dispersed: Memory, Transnationalism, And Cambodian Cuisine In The American Diaspora, Phalika Oum
Liturgy Of The Dispersed: Memory, Transnationalism, And Cambodian Cuisine In The American Diaspora, Phalika Oum
Psychology, Criminal Justice & Sociology Student Scholarship
This study addresses Cambodian diasporic cuisine in the United States, recognizing cuisine as a way for Cambodians to maintain transnational ties in the era of mounting globalization. It is rooted in anthropologist Arjun Appadurai’s theories on imagination, culturalism, and globalization. Using purposive sampling and the grounded theory approach, this study compares 25 pre-diaspora recipes to 25 diaspora recipes, and assesses changes in ingredients, cooking methods, and cultural or historical notes, respectively. Major findings in diasporic recipes, in comparison to pre-diasporic recipes, includes more leniency in ingredients used, stricter instructions on cooking methods, and greater nostalgia for the homeland.
Relationship Between Self-Esteem And Athletic Participation, Megan Duffey, Raina Diziki, Ben Vollmer, Latonya Porter
Relationship Between Self-Esteem And Athletic Participation, Megan Duffey, Raina Diziki, Ben Vollmer, Latonya Porter
2022 SACS Symposium
The purpose of this study was to examine the correlation between one’s participation in athletics and levels of self-esteem. Researchers wanted to examine if a person’s participation in competitive sports led to higher levels of self-esteem as opposed to those who do not participate in organized or competitive sports. Participants were found using convenience sampling exclusively on the campus of a religiously affiliated university. A survey was created electronically using the program Qualtrics. The survey measured athletic participation by asking participants how many competitive sports they were participants of. Self-esteem was measured using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. A sample of …
The Invitational Evangelist: How Saint Patrick’S Invitational Rhetoric Transformed The Celtic Church, Jennifer Myers
The Invitational Evangelist: How Saint Patrick’S Invitational Rhetoric Transformed The Celtic Church, Jennifer Myers
2022 SACS Symposium
How could a feminist communication theory possibly relate to a Christian movement that developed in Ireland over 1,500 years ago? While the ideas appear to be worlds away from each other, some investigation reveals that they are unified in ways that have not previously been explored. Through a thematic analysis of two primary source documents, this study aims to detail the use of invitational rhetoric throughout the transformative ministry of Saint Patrick, as well as the implications for how this type of communication can be useful to faith-based communicators in the present day.
Squid Game & Social Penetration Theory: An Economical Look On Ali And Sangwoo Through Language And Linguistics, Pathomkarn Boonpienpol
Squid Game & Social Penetration Theory: An Economical Look On Ali And Sangwoo Through Language And Linguistics, Pathomkarn Boonpienpol
2022 SACS Symposium
Research Question:
Through Ali's and Sangwoo's relationship dynamics, how can we discover, evaluate, and analyze the nature of intercultural, fictional portrayals in a competitive setting like the environment in Squid Game?
Discussions and Findings:
The risk of deep disclosure in terms of economic value is the breaking of trust. As relationships develop and more self-disclosure occurs, more trust gradually builds between the two characters. However, in a competitive environment of life and death, the risks that come with too much trust and loyalty are that the relationship they share will make it harder for both parties to make decisions or …
“I'M Not Really Sure, But I Think”: Entrance Stories From Chinese-Americans Adopted Between 1995-2005, Rosemary Jones
“I'M Not Really Sure, But I Think”: Entrance Stories From Chinese-Americans Adopted Between 1995-2005, Rosemary Jones
2022 SACS Symposium
Within families, shared narratives may be used to create and strengthen a family's experiences, as well as develop their identity as a group. For families that are traditionally biological, any social and cultural assumptions about their families and about biological births as a child’s entrance into their family only affirm their validity. However, for families that do not share these master narratives, they may feel edged out of the cultural and social bounds of acceptable. In place of the common birth stories and to fulfill the gaping history of a birth story, families who have adopted will share entrance stories, …
Shadow Of Culloden: The Political Legacy Of The 1745 Jacobite Rebellion, Autumn Miller
Shadow Of Culloden: The Political Legacy Of The 1745 Jacobite Rebellion, Autumn Miller
History, Politics & International Relations Student Scholarship
Legacies change over time, and the Battle of Culloden is no different, especially depending on who is seeking out election in Westminster. Often, the Jacobite failure is used to garner political gain during nationalistic movements; while others included when Westminster needed to push back against the Scottish people to keep them subdued. The catastrophic failure of the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion led to changing political legacies over the next two hundred years, which has permeated modern-day United Kingdom politics with the result of a Scottish referendum in 2014. With a close analysis of stateless nations theory, as well as Wales as …
How To Navigate Parkinson's Disease As A Couple, Lauren Garcia, Evie Telfer
How To Navigate Parkinson's Disease As A Couple, Lauren Garcia, Evie Telfer
Human Development and Family Science Student Work
On the wedding day, two partners lovingly say "I do" to being a faithful spouse "in sickness and in health." As you know, fulfilling those vows is easier said than done. Navigating Parkinson's Disease (PD) as a couple will engage all of those coping skills, lessons, and more learned from challenges you've faced already. If you or your spouse has been diagnosed with PD, consider these tips for maintaining a healthy and thriving marriage.
Hdfs Spring 2022 Newsletter, Raeann Hamon
Hdfs Spring 2022 Newsletter, Raeann Hamon
Human Development and Family Science Student Work
Annual spring newsletter created by the Human Development and Family Science Department. Student, faculty, and alumni updates.
The Search For Enduring Peace: Promoting Rebel Party Formation In Post-Civil Conflict States, Isabel Villegas
The Search For Enduring Peace: Promoting Rebel Party Formation In Post-Civil Conflict States, Isabel Villegas
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
Civil wars have been a common occurrence throughout human history and have had an immense impact on political developments worldwide. Infamous examples include those in Rwanda, the Congo, Ukraine, and more recently, Syria, Yemen, and Afghanistan⸻all of which were, or haven been quite violent and with a range of human rights abuses committed by both state and rebel actors. Civil wars often have a variety of outcomes: a decisive win by government and military forces, a revolutionary victory and overthrow of current powers accomplished by rebels, the creation of a “failed state” lacking legitimate leadership and political institutions, or a …
Nonprofit Narratives: Faith-Based Organizations, The Gospel Mission, And You, Jennifer Myers
Nonprofit Narratives: Faith-Based Organizations, The Gospel Mission, And You, Jennifer Myers
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
This study involved an in-depth investigation into how overtly Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations incorporate the use of storytelling into their external communications through the lens of Walter Fisher’s narrative paradigm theory. Key theoretical streams examined as a part of the literature review include organizational mission communication with an emphasis in faith-based nonprofits, as well as organizational storytelling. This research study explored the following questions: “How do faith-based nonprofit organizations use narrative storytelling via social media to communicate their organizational missions within their circle of influence?” and “How do faith-based nonprofit organizations use narrative storytelling via social media to invite their …
Healing Together Tips To Help Couples Navigate Eating Disorder Recovery Together, Cori Galbraith
Healing Together Tips To Help Couples Navigate Eating Disorder Recovery Together, Cori Galbraith
Human Development and Family Science Student Work
This pamphlet is designed to help you successfully navigate eating disorder recovery within your relationship. Inside, you will find tips for you as a couple, as well as tips for each partner. Following these tips can help you navigate recovery and strengthen your relationship. Whether you have an eating disorder, or you are supporting your partner during recovery, remember that there is hope, and full recovery is possible.
Mu Chi Alpha Spring 2021 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Mu Chi Alpha Spring 2021 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Counseling Student Scholarship
Messiah University’s Mu Chi Alpha CSI newsletter.
Highlights include: current staff, students, or alumni for each track. Also offering pertinent information that will benefit professional counselors, students, or CSI members.
More updates available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/muchialpha/
Finding Home: (Re)Thinking Identity Through Texts As A Queer, White Woman, Lydia Pebly
Finding Home: (Re)Thinking Identity Through Texts As A Queer, White Woman, Lydia Pebly
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
Within these four sections, I decided, for the purposes of this project, to focus on my interactions with Borderlands/La Frontera by Gloria Anzaldúa; Passing by Nella Larsen; Sister, Outsider by Audre Lorde; and Not Vanishing by Chrystos. Anzaldúa’s work focuses on her identity as a queer, Chicana woman inhabiting the U.S.-Mexico border. Passing details the experiences of a Black woman who can pass as white. Lorde’s work is a collection of essays which center her experience as a queer, Black woman. Chrystos’s work is a book of poetry centered in their queer, Two Spirit, Indigenous identity. Additionally, I draw from …
Innate Longing For Connection: A Biopsychological View Of Spiritual Longing Mediated By Oxytocin, Megan Hamilton
Innate Longing For Connection: A Biopsychological View Of Spiritual Longing Mediated By Oxytocin, Megan Hamilton
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
Humans have an innate longing for connection with someone or something. Upon analysis of current literature, it was found that this longing correlates with biological and psychological pathways that influence human behavior. Among many factors, the hormone, oxytocin (OT), contributes to these systems and even mediates or buffers them. The effects of OT are evidenced by bonds formed with caregivers, romantic partners, God, and at times harmful substances. The onset and severity of mental illnesses are also partially impacted by this human need for social support and connection. After reviewing and analyzing literature from many domains, this internal hardwiring suggests …
Mu Chi Alpha Winter 2021 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Mu Chi Alpha Winter 2021 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Counseling Student Scholarship
Messiah University’s Mu Chi Alpha CSI newsletter.
Highlights include: current staff, students, or alumni for each track. Also offering pertinent information that will benefit professional counselors, students, or CSI members.
More updates available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/muchialpha/
Enlightened Empathy: Applied Theatre Transforming Society And Self, Abi K. Johnson
Enlightened Empathy: Applied Theatre Transforming Society And Self, Abi K. Johnson
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
While working on this project, I struggled with what to actually call this category of theatre. Augusto Boal uses the term “theatre of the oppressed” to describe his model of theatre. Other theatre artists use terms like social justice theatre, grassroots theatre, political theatre, or popular participatory theatre. I decided that the best-fitting term was applied theatre, which is described by Prendergast & Saxton as a type of theatre that “works overtly either to reassert or to undermine socio-political norms, as its intent is to reveal more clearly the way the world is working” (Prendergast & Saxton, 2009, p. 8). …
Sustainable Community In Literature And Lancaster County: Finding A Way Forward On Small Farms, Christine Bye
Sustainable Community In Literature And Lancaster County: Finding A Way Forward On Small Farms, Christine Bye
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
"There are very few things that will motivate a thirteen-year-old child who has grown up comfortably and surrounded by supermarkets to pick green beans and to pick them joyfully. Dusty bean plants covered in yellow beetle larvae and located beneath a glaring sun do not exactly inspire an adolescent (or any sane person, really) to caper and sing. Neither do interestingly mottled rashes on the forearms - which appear after extensive rummaging through bean leaves - encourage the picker to return readily to the task. When my parents bought the family farm from my grandparents, they had some idea (as …
My Child Has Hearing Loss. Will They Talk? Frequently Asked Questions About Language Development Of Deaf Children, Emma Spronk
My Child Has Hearing Loss. Will They Talk? Frequently Asked Questions About Language Development Of Deaf Children, Emma Spronk
Education Student Scholarship
Frequently Asked Questions
- What will help my child talk?
- How can my child learn sign language if I don’t know it?
- Can we see if cochlear implants (CIs) work before learning sign language?
- What kind of language environment is ideal for my child?
Mu Chi Alpha Fall 2020 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Mu Chi Alpha Fall 2020 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Counseling Student Scholarship
Messiah University’s Mu Chi Alpha CSI newsletter.
Highlights include: current staff, students, or alumni for each track. Also offering pertinent information that will benefit professional counselors, students, or CSI members.
More updates available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/muchialpha/
Mu Chi Alpha Summer 2020 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Mu Chi Alpha Summer 2020 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Counseling Student Scholarship
Messiah University’s Mu Chi Alpha CSI newsletter.
Highlights include: current staff, students, or alumni for each track. Also offering pertinent information that will benefit professional counselors, students, or CSI members.
More updates available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/muchialpha/
Mu Chi Alpha Spring 2020 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Mu Chi Alpha Spring 2020 Newsletter, Mu Chi Alpha, Counseling Program
Counseling Student Scholarship
Messiah University’s Mu Chi Alpha CSI newsletter.
Highlights include: current staff, students, or alumni for each track. Also offering pertinent information that will benefit professional counselors, students, or CSI members.
More updates available on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/muchialpha/
Playing God: Legacies Of Narrative Control In Danticat And Walker, Sarah Becker
Playing God: Legacies Of Narrative Control In Danticat And Walker, Sarah Becker
Honors Projects and Presentations: Undergraduate
In The Dew Breaker by Edwidge Danticat and The Color Purple by Alice Walker characters experience and manifest power through the production of narrative, naming and labeling, and bodily interactions. Abusers such as the Dew Breaker, Duvalier, and Alphonso understand power as hierarchical, gained at the expense of others. These men commit acts of physical violence, spin scapegoat narratives which justify torture and rape, and attempt to name reality and define morality for their victims; in short, they pursue the power of a god to assert hegemony and control others. Scholars such as Bellamy suggest that the Dew Breaker is …