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Library Publications (1999-2023)

• Database trial and Evaluation: eHRAF World Cultures
• Database trial and Evaluation: eHRAF Archaeology

Grouped To Achieve: Are There Benefits To Assigning Students To Heterogeneous Cooperative Learning Groups Based On Pre-Test Scores?, Arman Karl Werth

Dissertations and Theses

Cooperative learning has been one of the most widely used instructional practices around the world since the early 1980's. Small learning groups have been in existence since the beginning of the human race. These groups have grown in their variance and complexity overtime. Classrooms are getting more diverse every year and instructors need a way to take advantage of this diversity to improve learning. The purpose of this study was to see if heterogeneous cooperative learning groups based on student achievement can be used as a differentiated instructional strategy to increase students' ability to demonstrate knowledge of science concepts and …

Feminist Values And Pornography Consumption Amongst Women And Its Relationship To Sexual Self-Esteem And Body Esteem, Laura E. Burnham

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This study was undertaken to investigate the relationship between women's pornography consumption, degree of feminist identification, and sexual and body self-esteem. Until recently, the literature on pornography use has maintained a heteronormative bias, largely focused on the male experience. The researchers conducting this study wished to better understand women's self-motivated pornography consumption and its possible impacts on various aspects of experience. Participants in this study were 109 women over the age of 18 years of age, living in the United States, who had willingly viewed pornography online within the past year. These participants completed an online survey. This sample group …

"Mai Pen Rai" = If Nothing Can Be Done, What Is There To Do? : Cross-Cultural Perspectives On Social Work In Thailand And The United States, Johanna C. Black

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This exploratory descriptive qualitative research study compared and contrasted Smith College School for Social Work (SSW) international field placement interns' experiences of social work in the United States and Thailand. The research compared and contrasted social work the interns' perspectives regarding social work practices they have experienced in the United States (U.S.) and in Thai culture, particularly with reference to the significance of how "Mai Pen Rai" -- there is nothing to be done-- related to social work micro and macro interventions in Thai culture. The interviews with western trained social work clinicians elicited observations of clinical and cultural similarities …

The Language Of Equus : Exploring Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (Eap) Using The Equine Assisted Growth And Learning Association (Eagala) Model, Kelly J. Boyd

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This qualitative study set out to explore equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) under the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) model. As EAP is still a fairly new modality of therapy, the intention of this study is to add to the growing EAP literature. Interviews were conducted with fifteen EAGALA certified mental health practitioners (MH) and equine specialists (ES) with the intent to explore their professional insights, personal experiences and perspectives regarding EAP. EAP facilitators discussed the structure, benefits and challenges of the EAGALA model. These EAGALA model EAP facilitators also discussed the therapeutic modality of EAP -- revealing its own …

Holding, Attaching And Relating : A Theoretical Perspective On Good Enough Therapy Through Analysis Of Winnicott's Good Enough Mother, Using Bowlby's Attachment Theory And Relational Theory, Lydia K. Borg

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This is a theoretical study in which Winnicott's ideas on the "good enough mother" are analyzed in search of implications for what makes a good enough therapist. Specifically these ideas are explored through the lenses of attachment theory and relational theory with a focus on the work of John Bowlby and Jessica Benjamin respectively. Particular attention is given to the roles of both therapists and mothers in "holding", emotional regulation, protection, and building emotionally facilitative and protective relationships. This paper includes in depth looks at these theories and the ways in which the concepts within attachment theory and relational theory …

Dimensions Of Healing : A Synthesis Of Relational And Psychodrama Theory And Practice In The Treatment Of Unresolved Loss And Grief, Ashley G. Branum

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

This theoretical thesis explores relational and psychodrama theory and practice, their similarities and differences, and their applicability to the phenomenon of unresolved loss and grief. While these two theories are stylistically and methodologically different, their overlapping conceptual and experiential similarities contribute to enhancing both client and therapist understanding of the complex issues and impact of unresolved loss and grief. Beginning with a detailed exploration of each theory, this thesis goes on to examine the intersections of relational and psychodrama theory and practice and how a synthesis of these theories generates a broader set of treatment options for clinicians working with …

Exploring What Factors Influence African American Adolescent Females To Act Violently Towards Each Other, Davina S. Callahan

Theses, Dissertations, and Projects

The purpose of this study is to explore the influential factors of African American adolescent and college-aged (13-20) females who engage in violent and aggressive behavior. The experience of these participants was elicited through self-developed, semi-structured interviews composed of questions that explored several possible contributing factors. Interviews were conducted with 12 females who self-identified as African American. The study explored themes of family dynamics, community violence exposure, identification with negative stereotypes and challenges with education and victimization. Major findings were that family dynamics and peer relationships were identified as major influential factors of the participant's engagement in violent behavior. While …

Scholarly Publishing Across The Disciplines: Interviews With Geneseo Faculty, Katharine Pitcher, Elizabeth Argentieri, Sue Ann Brainard, Joseph Easterly, Kimberly Hoffman, Bonnie Swoger, Tracy Paradis

Milne Library

Recent developments in academic research and publishing have presented faculty with many challenges and opportunities. As Geneseo faculty sought help from Milne librarians on these issues, it became apparent that if we wanted to meet faculty needs we had to investigate how faculty were researching and publishing in the changing environment. To answer these questions, librarians from Milne interviewed eighty-seven Geneseo professors during the 2010-2011 and part of 2011-2012 academic years. The responses were compiled and analyzed after identifying information was removed. Librarians at Milne prepared reports focused on overarching themes that surfaced again and again in the interviews: Undergraduate …

Republican Primary Donor Retention In The 2012 General Election Do Divisive Primaries Affect Campaign Donors?, Robert Richards, Dr. Jay Goddliffe

Journal of Undergraduate Research

In recent presidential elections, we have seen many long, drawn out nomination battles in party primary elections. The divisive primary hypothesis states that divisive presidential primaries hurt the party’s performance in the general election (Kenney and Rice 1987). Research on this claim has generally focused on the party’s performance in terms of vote shares (for example, see Henderson, Hillygus, and Tompson 2010), but there are problems with this approach. Aggregate vote data only allows analysis of two points in time (the primary and the general election), and does not permit an analysis of individual behavior. Panel survey data can give …

Does Prospect Theory Work In Politics?, Brian Reed, Dr. Jeremy Pope

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Here I present the results of an experiment designed to address our limited but critical understanding of decision making when faced with uncertainty, and specifically how individuals make such decisions when part of a group (or government). The purpose of this research is to determine whether individuals behave according to rational choice theory or prospect theory when faced with making an uncertain decision on behalf of a group.

Spartan Daily, September 5, 2013, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 141, Issue 4

What It's Like To Be A Radical Conservative, Stephanie K. Adamczak

SURGE

“What is your major?”

“Environmental Science.”

The snarky retort, “Don’t go joining GreenPeace now, you’re becoming a radical.”

I know there are many uses of the word “radical,” but in this context, I know that it is not meant as a compliment. Because I study environmental science and global climate change, this person associates me with radicals – those utilizing extreme methods to bring about extreme changes. [excerpt]

Spartan Daily, September 4, 2013, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 141, Issue 3

Prospectus, September 4, 2013, Ted Sutterlund, Matthew Jackson, Alex Wallner, Mace Mackiewicz

Prospectus 2013

CARPOOL PARKING: EASY ALTERNATIVE FOR DRIVERS?; The right reasons to pick a college; 200 years very Grimm trivia; CAS a good resource for students; Before the missiles fly against Syria; Down with the patent trolls; Cobra volleyball continues hot start; Parkland Art Gallery features new fall exhibits

The Anchor, Volume 127.01: September 4, 2013, Hope College

The Anchor: 2013

The Anchor began in 1887 and was first issued weekly in 1914. Covering national and campus news alike, Hope College’s student-run newspaper has grown over the years to encompass over two-dozen editors, reporters, and staff. For much of The Anchor's history, the latest issue was distributed across campus each Wednesday throughout the academic school year (with few exceptions). In recent years The Anchor moved to monthly print issues and a more frequently updated website. The Anchor is now published in print twice per academic semester. Occasionally, the volume and/or issue numbering is irregular.

Jack Ryan, Vice Provost, Musselman Library, Jack Ryan

Next Page

In this first edition of Next Page, Vice Provost Jack Ryan shares with us his reading habits, book recommendations, and which returning television show will likely soak up a solid eight hours of his reading time.

Summary Of A Technological Analysis: A Coyotlatelco Phase Lithic Workshop At The Hacienda Metapec Apartment Complex, Teotihuacan, Shelby H. Saberon, Dr. John E. Clark

Journal of Undergraduate Research

The outcome of being accepted for this grant, and the ensuing study that resulted, has become the beginning of a massive research project which merits great interest not only to the author, but to the field of MesoAmerican archaeology in general. In addition, my research from this project has become the foundation for a masters thesis which I will complete in the next year. Dr. Clark predicts that at least three major publications will result from the project, and that my thesis will become the basis for stone tool analysis in MesoAmerican archaeology. This is because no analysis at this …

Uncertainty Analysis Of The Large Zone Economic Module (Lzem) Of The Se3m Model Of Land Use And Transportation, Alex Norr, Dr. Michael Clay

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Integrated land use and transportation forecasting models are used to assist decision makers in the policy analysis and infrastructure capital improvements selection process (1, 2, and 3). These models are typically given precise, point-estimate inputs that are mathematically linked, through a series of submodels, to forecasted model outputs (4 and 5). These point-estimate inputs represent an unrealistic level of precision and a growing body of research is focusing on statistical techniques to model uncertainty in model inputs and parameters and tracking the effects of this uncertainty through the various submodels to the model outputs (see 4, 6, and 7 and …

Social Norms And The Tragedy Of The Commons: Evidence From Everyday Water Conservation, Ryan Hill, Dr. Josh Gubler

Journal of Undergraduate Research

This experiment tested how social norms affect individual incentives to conserve common-pool resources. We have tested this question with a simple field experiment on BYU campus. We observed individuals using public water sources after being treated with different inducements to conserve water. We are interested to see if individuals change their behavior in response to reminders of social norms immediately before making a decision to conserve scarce water. If there is an effect, does it vary based on the wording and nature of the reminder?

Can Swing Voters Really Be Swung?, Ethan Busby, Dr. David Magleby

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Although the term “swing voter” appears in the news frequently, researchers and commentators disagree on the exact definition of this group. Some contend that these voters are individuals who are persuadable or moveable politically. Such moveable voters can be more readily influenced by political rhetoric and campaigning, presumably because they hold less rigid political beliefs. Such persuadability, however, is difficult to measure.

When We Say We're Bored, What Are We Really Saying About Ourselves?, Nathan Holic

UCF Forum

In late August, three teenagers in Oklahoma targeted and murdered a random jogger for no other reason than because they were bored. The story is heartbreaking, maddening, and chilling, and it’s made even more so by their explanation: boredom.

Establishing Measurement Invariance Of Thin Ideal Internalization And Body Dissatisfaction Across Studies: An Integrative Data Analysis, Kat Tumblin Green

Theses and Dissertations

With increased data sharing and research collaboration options available through modern technology, there is an increased need to find more advanced techniques to analyze data across multiple studies. A systematic method of pooling participant-level versus study-level data would be particularly valuable as it would allow for more complex statistical analyses, broader assessment of constructs, and a cost effective way to examine new questions and replicate previous findings. One notable difficulty in pooling raw data in the behavioral sciences is the heterogeneity in methodologies and consequent need to establish measurement invariance. The present study explores the feasibility of using Integrative Data …

Culture And Sex Differences In The Lds Population: A Comparison Of Russian And American Attitudes Toward Sexual Behavior, Oxana Palesh, Dr. Michael B. Ehlert

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Recent work on female and male attitudes toward sexual behavior indicate that the sexes view sexual activity differently. Buss reported that females feel greater concern about a partner’s emotional commitment, whereas males show greater concern toward a partner’s sexual commitment. Clark and Hatfield reported 1 that when an unknown attractive male asked a college female to have sex, none of the females accepted and many were offended; however, when the roles were reversed, 75% of the males accepted and many were flattered.1 Other research demonstrated related differences across 37 cultures worldwide.1 These differences can have profound affects on the quality …

Women And Development In Ixtahuacan: Religious Influences, Kristyn M. Roser, Dr. John P. Hawkins

Journal of Undergraduate Research

“Me levanto temprano, punts mi fuego, lavo mixtamal, voy al molino, y regreso para preparar los alimentos para mis hijos y mi esposo.” So begins a typical day for a woman in Ixtahuacan. It is a day focused on caring for family and preparation of food—tasks that renew themselves each time the sun rises. Hands that slap tortillas, envelope tamales in corn leaves, scrub clothes in the pila, lift children into rainbow colored baby wraps, weave symbols into huipiles, light fires—hands that work to develop the community.

Dendroarcheology: William Hawk’S Cabin And The Human History Of Utah, J. Joseph Naylor, Dr. Matthew Bekker

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Dendrochronology is the process by which tree rings are measured and compared with others to determine the age and growth rates of trees. It has a variety of emphasis that allow for the extensive use of tree rings in studying many different fields. Some of these include; dendroclimatology, the study of climate patterns, dendromorphology, the study of natural hazard events (earthquakes, avalanches, mass movements), and dendroarcheology, the study of old wooden structures to determine cutting dates and construction practices.

Weight-Based Discrimination Of Rape Victims, Rachael Howe, Dr. Niwako Yamawaki

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Rape affects approximately one in six women in the United States (Tjaden & Thoennes, 2000). In addition to direct mental repercussions women experience from rape, they also frequently encounter lack of support, hostility, and isolation from the community, resulting in further psychological distress (Yamawaki & Tschanz, 2005). For example, law enforcement personnel subject rape victims to a “second victimization” by asking them to repeatedly relive the trauma and even attribute blame to the victims. Prejudice heavily influences the degree to which this victimization occurs, especially in more ambiguous (but not less traumatic) cases such as acquaintance rape (Campbell, 2006).

Increasing Maternal Healthcare Use In Rwanda, Hayley Heath, Dr. Renata Forste

Journal of Undergraduate Research

Access to maternal healthcare is seriously deficient in developing countries, particularly in rural areas of Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 515,000 women die each year from pregnancy related causes, and more than half of these deaths occur in Africa (Mavalankar & Rosenfield, 2005). “Safe motherhood is a key objective for developing countries but, despite recent improvements, sub-Saharan Africa is still the most dangerous place in the world to give birth” (Chambers & Booth, 2012). Although Africa as a continent has high maternal mortality, Rwanda is improving maternal health faster than any African country. Rwandan health policies have …

Facebook And Relationships: A Study Of How Social Media Use Is Affecting Long-Term Relationships, Rianne C. Farrugia

Theses

An online survey was conducted where 255 respondents provided information about their significant other. Respondents answered questions dealing with elements of relationship satisfaction, Facebook usage, surveillance, and jealousy. Results indicate a correlation between Facebook usage and relationship satisfaction. Individuals with varying levels of Facebook usage were shown to have a positive correlation with jealousy levels in their relationship, meaning as Facebook use increased, jealousy also increased. Altman and Taylor's theory of social penetration (1973) was used to describe the stages in a relationship from orientation into a relationship of stable exchange. This developmental theory illustrated the growth in relationship phases. …

From The Ashes Of Waco: Examining The Legal Difference Between A Cult And A Religion, Sara E. Stauffer, Dr. John Thomas

Journal of Undergraduate Research

While working at the United States Senate in Washington, D.C., my attempts to determine the legal difference between a cult and a religion were met by brick walls and forks in the road. The question became one fraught with sticky nuances and thinly drawn lines; it was an issue shrouded in grey. In today’s world, defining a religious belief is equivalent to opening a Pandora’s box; it only unleashes trouble and controversy. Consequently, my quest for greater understanding of the legal intricacies concerning religious liberty became frustrating. I found that the more I learned, the more questions I had. I …