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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15250 dctype:Text PURE Insights Volume 15.5 Cover Art Natalie Puha 2026-07-01 Text | Image;StillImage PURE155d Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/01/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This cover artwork pays (see what I did there?) tribute to the vanitas still life paintings of 17th-century Dutch Baroque painters, in which flowers symbolize life’s impermanence. Neon price labels are collaged on top of one another, radiating outward to depict the explosive look of Crape Myrtle flowers on campus that bloom in the summertime. Just like the Crape Myrtle plant’s flowers, our ownership of material possessions is impermanent. Scribbled lines made with markers and pens optically mix. Ink is conceived to be a permanent medium, but the price label stickers allow for a quick cover-up. 15.5 Jen Bracy collage | Baroque | flowers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15248 dctype:Text Gender Fluidity in Twelfth Night: Drawing Contemporary Connections from an Elizabethan Protagonist Claire E. Phillips 2026-07-01 text PURE155c Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/01/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This article explores the Shakespeare play Twelfth Night and how it addresses themes such as the expression of gender and sexuality in a comedic but patriarchal society. In more than one play, Shakespeare utilized the theme of cross-dressing, specifically with his female main characters, but why? What do the characters and audiences get out of this sudden change of gender, which adds a new complicated dynamic to the story? Specifically, this thesis explores Viola from Twelfth Night, as well as her male disguise, “Cesario.” How Viola interacts with both male and female characters in the story challenges potentially false beliefs of how gender and sexuality were viewed in the Elizabethan era. There is a distinction between the tolerance and acceptance of gender fluidity; it comes down to the space in which it is being expressed. The modern debate I will be addressing is this: was Shakespeare truly ahead of his time when he played with gender fluidity in his works, or was he simply perpetuating pre-existing misogynistic stereotypes? The answer won’t be black and white, and it will analyze the readings of Shakespeare from both a queer and feminist standpoint. From the seventeenth century until now, there is still much to be discussed about why these plays, Twelfth Night in particular, are still important and socially. 15.5 Tiara Good Shakespeare | Twelfth Night | gender
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15246 dctype:Text Transgender Healthcare Access: Barriers and Impacts Alex Michaels 2026-07-01 text PURE155b Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/01/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Transgender health care is a heavily debated topic in our society that undergoes significant legislative changes at an alarming pace. Using an autoethnographic research approach, I use my own lived experience as a trans person navigating the healthcare systems in my state to discuss some of the barriers and struggles of the trans community. To support and expand upon the autoethnographic portion of my work, I also draw from current literature and research. This thesis addresses topics of provider education, critical comments from care providers, care avoidance, gendered systems and health care records, pharmacy issues, insurance denials and related barriers, and relevant legislation. My work aims to provide context for social and structural barriers and to address the impact those barriers have on human lives. 15.5 Margaret Manoogian healthcare | transgender issues | auto-ethnography
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15244 dctype:Text PURE Insights Volume 15.5 Maren Anderson Full issue for PURE Insights Volume 15.5 (Summer, 2026) 2026-07-01 Text | Image; Stillimage PURE155a Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/01/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the authors. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en 15.5
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15148 One Very Determined Portuguese Man Versus The Entire European Union: Francisco Guerreiro, The European Union, and UAP Reporting Protocol Hannah Burk 6/16/2025 text UFO_2026f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Francisco Guerreiro | UFOs | European Union Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15147 Are Technical Issues in Aircrafts a Calling Card for UAPs?: Aviation Safety and the Hypothetical Ability to Preemptively Locate a UAP Lili Minato 6/16/2025 text UFO_2026e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en aviation safety | UFOs Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15146 Comparison of the Hudson and Belgium Waves Henry Fonseca 6/16/2025 text UFO_2026d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Belgium | UFOs | New York Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15145 Looking for a Sign of Life: World War II's "Foo Fighters" Claire McCann 6/16/2025 text UFO_2026c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Foo Fighters | UFOs | World War Two Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15144 Here Come The Men In Black, Are They Really The Galaxy Defenders? Abigail Wallace 6/16/2025 text UFO_2026b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en men in black | UFOs Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15143 UFOs: Papers by Western Oregon University Honors Students Eliot Dickinson This series of papers by Western Oregon University students explore UFOs and UFO-related topics. Also inclided is the course syllabus for an honors class on UFOs taught at Western Oregon University in 2025, and guidelines for writing a paper about UFOs. 6/16/2026 text | image;stillimage UFO_2026a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en UFOs | open educational resources
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15133 Professor Bud Brown and the Creation of the WOU Veteran’s Resource Center Jackson Albrecht | Katie Altheide | Jillian Barnhurst | Hayden Bence | Jandika Borden | Emma Cane | Juno Debry | Jeremy Dixon | Alex Fawcett | Billy France-Bagwell | Gabe Grecny | Hayden Grow | Tyler James | Ben Loverin | Isaac Mayhugh | Stephanie McKenzie | Ellie Osborn | Jakob Ritter | Grace Smith | Hallie Tasker | Zephen Wilkinson | Carson Yon The WOU Veteran’s Resource Center was created through the initiative of Professor William Bud Brown (Criminal Justice). The students in Professor David Doellinger’s HST 301 Introduction to Historical Research (Fall 2023) and HST 408 Oral History (Winter 2025) began developing a history of the VRC. This history includes transcripts and analysis of oral history interviews and other documents that were collected that are connected to its history and the work of Professor Brown. 2025-06-15 Text | Image;StillImage BudBrown2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Bud Brown | Veterans Resource Center David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15017 STAY: Building Vibrant Community through Language Eliana Wages WR 122z 6/12/2026 UnboundV7f Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper explores the language practices used in the K-pop fandom STAY and the role it plays in fostering community. By focusing on the lexis specific to bias groups, this research demonstrates the diversity of experience and engagement within STAY. Examining group dynamics, nicknames and tone, and references to content reveals a dynamic shared language at the foundation of social interactions within the community. As the interaction between language practices and building connection online is ever evolving, this paper contributes to a growing understanding and exploration of its manifestations specific to STAY. Jean Little Language practices | K-pop | online communities
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15016 The Strength of Spanglish Kelsey Solis WR 122z 6/12/2026 UnboundV7e Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay takes a look into the use of Spanglish and how it can be a powerful tool to connect the Hispanic community together. Using my own personal experiences and interviews, I take a closer look at how each generation uses Spanglish to their advantage in blending into their environment. I also take a look on how it can be used as a powerful tool in unifying the two generations together, especially when looking at the type of climate the Hispanic community is currently finding themselves in. Matt Haas Spanglish | community | language
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15015 The Ropes of Theatre: A Study of Membership in Western Oregon’s Theatre Department Abigail Hawkins WR 122z 6/12/2026 UnboundV7d Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay explores the values of theatre and its ability to create long-lasting communities. I examined WOU’s theatre department by exploring the overlooked question of how new members are integrated into the theatre community and why they choose to stay. Because theatre is such a powerful tool for connection. I chose to explore how finding your community within college can have long-lasting effects on your life; the way theatre impacted mine. Samantha Morgan Discourse community | membership | theatre
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15014 The Fox, the Rose, and the Five-Paragraph Essay Zanna Ise WR 121z 6/12/2026 UnboundV7c Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay examines how the little prince influenced my understanding of academic writing and creativity. Through personal reflection and literary analysis, the essay critiques the restrictive nature of the five paragraph essay while recognizing its organizational value. By drawing connections between the novel, themes and my own personal experiences, this essay argues that academic writing can maintain clarity and structure while also encouraging imagination, personal expression, and emotional depth. Nicole Nugent Academic writing | personal writing | The Little Prince
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15013 The Process of the Voice Alejandro Solano WR 121z 6/12/2026 UnboundV7b Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This reflective essay explores personal growth through determination and collaboration in college. Explaining how small responsibilities, class participation, and peer reviews revealed the importance of discipline, communication, and attention to detail. Through challenges and teamwork, the author gains confidence, strengthens relationships, and develops habits for future success. Nicole Nugent Academic writing | voice | poetry
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/15012 Beyond the Box: Why the Formal Writing Rule Needs Rewriting Alex Lofton WR 121z 6/12/2026 UnboundV7a Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay examines the long-standing expectation that serious writing must always be formal. Drawing from academic research, military experience, and nonprofit leadership, the paper argues that rigid writing structures often silence authentic voice and discourage meaningful communication. Rather than abolishing formal writing, the essay advocates for a more flexible approach that values audience awareness, storytelling, and personal perspective alongside clarity and structure. Patricia Giménez-Eguíbar Academic writing | writing rules | voice
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14960 The Forty-Eighth Annual Commencement of the Oregon Normal School [1930] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1930. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students and class officers. Oregon Normal School 1930 Text Commencement_1930 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14942 “Hawai‘i 78”: Through the Lens: Code-Switching in Songs Brianna Tadaki WR 122 6/15/2024 UnboundV5i eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en “‘Hawaiʻi 78’ Through the Lens” is a deep dive into not only my heart but the hearts of Hawaiʻi’s indigenous people. My paper takes you on a journey through simple yet complex song lyrics that reveal deep meaning as to why the anger, joy, and love the people have for Hawaiʻi and the injustices they encountered during the annexation. I hope that you will be enlightened by this brief insight into my culture through “Hawaiʻi 78.” 5 Wesley Mathis Hawaiʻi | Code-Switching
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14941 The Evolution of Personal Language: Effect and Expression, A Comparative Analysis of Ancient Personal Writing Keeton Sanchez WR 122 6/15/2024 UnboundV5h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper compares contemporary personal writing with the ancient style seen in Marcus Aurelius’s Meditations. By analyzing survey data from college students and examining the ancient text, this paper explores the evolution of personal writing. The survey helps highlight how modern writing emphasizes emotional release and creativity while ancient writing focused on introspection, revealing both continuity and change in personal language use. 5 Wesley Mathis Pathos | Personal Writing | Stoic Philosophy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14940 The Power of Pathos: How Nature Poetry Spurs Engagement in Climate Change Activism Hayden Mickelberry WR 122 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2024 UnboundV5g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en 5 Wesley Mathis Pathos | Climate Change | Poetry
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14939 Romanticized Toxicity Jennifer Perez Ramos WR 122 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2024 UnboundV5f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper captures a small scope on how cultures have romanticized toxicity, a once derogatory term. Through my writing, the reader looks into the minds of those who find toxic relationships attractive, and learns how we are influenced by our surroundings to have toxic desires. 5 Tandy Tillinghast Toxicity | Cultural Studies
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14938 Self-Made Shackles and Self-Made Keys Samantha Winkler WR 121 6/15/2024 UnboundV5e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A fusion of essay and fairy tale that reflects upon the first writing class taken in college, this piece follows a dreamer’s journey through discovering how best to overcome the obstacles in the way of being free to create. 5 Wesley Mathis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14937 The Green Light Symbolizes Hope: Fixing High School English Caleb Ihne WR 121 6/15/2024 UnboundV5d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay explores the faults in the way classic literature is taught in the high school curriculum. It provides a deep dive into the various ways in which classic literature is done a disservice when taught and how this teaching, in turn, negatively affects the students. It also provides potential solutions aimed at promoting diversification and understanding of the works and combating resentment towards the genre as a whole. 5 Kathleen Cassity Literature | Pedagogy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14936 Falling into First Year Alyssa Nguyen WR 121 6/15/2024 UnboundV5c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This poem was part of a larger body of work, in which I gave writing advice to first-year students in the style of different genres. This was written in the genre of a more modern poem. It was inspired by the things we learned in class, and some of my own fears and struggles regarding my first year of college. 5 Leigh Graziano Poetry | Writing Process
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14935 Learning the Hard Way: My Experience with Plagiarism Koffi Kouame WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2024 UnboundV5b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Abstract: This essay explores my personal experience with writing and the impact of plagiarism. Moving from the Ivory Coast to the U.S. created a language barrier and hindered my creativity. However, a key event led to a profound change in my approach, highlighting the value of academic integrity. This essay underscores the importance of ethical writing and the need for culturally sensitive teaching methods to aid students in navigating language barriers and creativity challenges. 5 Samantha Morgan Plagiarism | Personal Essay | Immigration
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14934 Blossoms of Resilience: My Journey Through Books and Fields Guadalupe Ramos Ramirez WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2024 UnboundV5a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In my essay, “Blossoms of Resilience: My Journey through Books and Fields,” I aimed to convey my passion for literature and my desire to further my education. I wanted to provide a genuine sense of who I am through my experiences. I was honest about my feelings of shame due to poverty and shared the struggles of growing up and having to support myself. These experiences motivated me to rise above my circumstances. Reading was my favorite pastime, as it offered me a glimpse into other worlds and lives, providing a much-needed distraction from my own challenges. 5 Kathleen Cassity literature | socioeconomic class
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14933 “They’re My Friends!” How Pathos Is Used to Create and Maintain Parasocial Relationships Kira Ryder Morgan WR 122 6/15/2023 UnboundV4h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A dive into the world of the South Korean music industry and the deep parasocial relationships formed from it. This essay discusses how K-pop companies persuade fans to feel connected and close to their idols, and how quickly controversy can destroy these parasocial relationships. It analyzes two examples of cancel culture’s effects on the bond between idols and fans. 4 Wesley Mathis discourse community | cancel culture | relationships
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14932 A Can of Corn: A Study of the Language of Western Oregon University Softball Carly Turpen WR 122 6/15/2023 UnboundV4g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Whether it be between players or coaches, effective communication is crucial in the game of softball. This study took information from observing and surveying players on the WOU softball team to find that goal setting, positive and clear coaching language, and communication from the dugout and on the field are the forms of language that help the team reach success. More research should be done to get coaches’ points of view in this discourse community. 4 Samantha Morgan Discourse community | lexis | softball
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14931 The Victim Impact Statement: Chanel Miller’s Influence On an Evolving Genre Julia Davies WR 122 6/15/2023 UnboundV4f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Genre analysis of victim impact statements and the influence Chanel Miller had on extending the conventions of the genre’s rhetorical work. Trigger warning: this paper discusses sexual assault. 4 Wesley Mathis Genre analysis | primary research | Winner of Best Essay Award
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14930 To Swish or to Mesh Isaiah Limu WR 122 | Winner of Best Essay Award 6/15/2023 UnboundV4e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en For this essay, I wrote about code switching and code meshing, two different practices that we as people use everyday, sometimes unconsciously. The essay is made up of two interviews. I decided to interview my mom and my grandma, because they are the two people that I am closest to in my life. I asked them about the impact that code switching has had on their lives, and I discuss the difference between code switching and code meshing. My main goal of this essay was to convey to the reader why both concepts are essential to everyday communication, and I hope that readers can read the essay and understand why I believe that both should be used but they should be used in certain, appropriate situations. 4 Wesley Mathis Code switching | code meshing | writing situations
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14929 The Math of Family: A Daughter’s Quest for Knowledge Miriam Herrera Hernández WR 121 6/15/2023 UnboundV4d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en “The Math of Family: A Daughter’s Quest for Knowledge” is a captivating narrative about a Mexican-American girl’s journey into learning. With themes of encouragement, perseverance, and resilience, this coming-of-age story demonstrates an unwavering commitment to personal growth and academic success. By demonstrating the importance of mathematical literacy in daily life and self-improvement, this essay emphasizes that knowledge is not an innate gift but is earned through hard work and dedication. 4 Wesley Mathis Literacy narrative | mathematics | English/Spanish
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14928 Multi-Genre Essay: Advice for First Year College Students Torie Arnold WR 121 6/15/2023 UnboundV4c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper includes various writing pieces to present the overall theme of how the first year writing course is to the reader who is a first year freshman in a fun, engaging, and creative format utilizing different genres. 4 William Haas First-year writing | genres | audience
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14927 Learning to Love Jennifer Perez Ramos WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2023 UnboundV4b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay is about the challenges I’ve had with learning a new language and refinding my love and skills for my home language. Through my writing, you will read about the negativity that clouded my early education and how I am still actively trying to find myself as a bilingual academic learner and as an American of Mexican descent. 4 Tandy Tillinghast Literacy narrative | English/Spanish | language practices
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14926 Even Now, the Assignment is Wrong Bree Trickel WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2023 UnboundV4a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An untraditional essay in which mental health is paired with poetry. It is spoken prose and meant to combine art with assignment. In particular, what one can get from writing and learning experiences, and why teachers are so important. 4 Tandy Tillinghast Literacy narrative | poetry | writing experiences
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14924 Online Library Escape Room Catherine Davenport This Google-form based online escape room introduces students to the online services offered by a university library. 2025-06-15 Text | Image; StillImage LibraryGames4 eng This item is released under a CC-BY-NC 4.0 license. You are free to share and adapt the materials it contains, however you must give appropriate credit and indicate what changes were made, and you may not use the materials for commercial purposes. | https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ libraries | escape rooms
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14922 Library Hero Stewart Baker This text game is a super-hero themed Twine game designed to familiarize players with using the Library of Congress call number system to look up and locate a book. The attached ZIP file contains the HTML and TWEE files needed to play the game locally and modify it. It can be played online for free at https://infomancy.net/Library_Hero.html 2025-06-15 HTML LibraryGames3 eng This item is released under a CC-BY 4.0 license. You are free to share and adapt the materials it contains, even commercially, however you must give appropriate credit and indicate what changes were made. | https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ libraries | text games
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14915 1960s Spy Escape Room Cassandra Palmore These documents describe how to set up a 1960s spy-themed escape room to teach library student workers about library operations. 2025-06-15 Text | Image; StillImage LibraryGames1 eng This item is released under a CC-BY-NC 4.0 license. You are free to share and adapt the materials it contains, however you must give appropriate credit and indicate what changes were made, and you may not use the materials for commercial purposes. | https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ escape room | library
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14907 Between Tongues: Code-switching, Spanglish, and the Dual Identity of Young U.S. Hispanics Arianna Salazar WR 122Z 6/15/2025 UnboundV6f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper explores the widespread use of code-switching and Spanglish among young Hispanic adults in the United States and how these linguistic practices impact their cultural identity. Drawing from personal experience and interviews, I examine how code-switching and Spanglish serve as important communication tools that reflect the complexities of living between two languages and cultures, rather than simply indicating a loss of fluency. This research shows that these linguistic habits help individuals maintain connections to their Hispanic heritage while adapting to their American surroundings. 6 Matt Haas Spanglish, Code-switching | Cultural Identity
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14906 Bangle, Dangle, Line, and Camp Lexis for Success Emily Newbeck WR 122Z 6/15/2025 UnboundV6e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en My essay is about the different dynamics facilitated through communication within the sport of volleyball. While the nonverbal communication of volleyball had been explored, there were little to no published works about the importance of verbal communication and volleyball-specific lexis. I grew up playing volleyball, and it is my favorite sport. I discovered how lexis contributes to success of teams on and off of the volleyball court, as well as how it contributes to the overall connection and culture of volleyball teams. This was provided through direct observation and survey of the WOU Club 6 Samantha Morgan Volleyball | communication | lexis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14905 The Reality of Perfectionism Jenna Wallace WR 121Z 6/15/2025 UnboundV6d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay explores the realities of perfectionism, and how I have grown to learn to battle this challenge. After receiving an OCD diagnosis, I wanted to explore how this disorder impacted my schoolwork and education. This essay highlights important ideas I learned, as well as impactful figures throughout my years in school. My writing illustrates the good, bad, and ugly of obsessive-compulsive disorder, and how it has silently impacted me over the years. 6 Tandy Tillinghast Perfectionism | Writing Process | Composition
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14904 Profanity in Academic Writing Kiera Roedel WR 121Z 6/15/2025 UnboundV6c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay refutes the premise that profanity should be avoided at all costs in academic writing. It explores the nature of “unacceptable” language and presents relevant uses and contexts for profane language across various forms of academic inquiry. 6 Wesley Mathis Profanity | Academic Writing | Composition
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14903 Writing Constructs: Ethics in Plagiarism Oliver Hays WR 121Z 6/15/2025 UnboundV6b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en “Ethics in Plagiarism” tries to take a closer look at our preconceived notions of plagiarism as a facet of academic honesty, and sees if they really hold up in a post-internet world. The essay tries to see how the definitions we use to describe plagiarism support some systems and discourage others and challenges that the stated goals of plagiarism’s current definitions aren’t supported in practice as much as in theory. 6 Wesley Mathis Plagiarism | Generative AI | Ethics
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14902 Bribery: The Key to Literary Success Danielle Bossé WR 121Z 6/15/2025 UnboundV6a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en “Bribery: The Key to Literary Success” is a comical, conversational journey from one human to another about the tips, tricks, and trials of motivating to complete a writing assignment before the last minute. This piece, and the subsequent wisdom it tries to impart, comes from a lifetime battle with procrastination and a recent diagnosis of ADHD. 6 Matt Haas Procrastination | Psychology | Writing Process
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14894 Dancing with Inclusivity: The Importance of Integrating Genderless Terminology into Swing Dance Spaces Guinievere R. Olander WR 122 6/15/2022 UnboundV3h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This original inquiry project examines the nature of gender-inclusivity in swing dance spaces and reflects on whether or not gender neutral language, rather than gendered language, has an impact on the feelings of acceptance for dancers regardless of gender identity or conformity. This project uses primary research gathered from the WOU Swing Dance Club. 3 Leigh Graziano Discourse community | inclusivity | swing dance
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14893 Smart-Ass Women: The Rhetoric and Culture of an Online ADHD Support Group Ashlynn Norton WR 122 6/15/2022 UnboundV3g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study focuses on a women-only ADHD online discourse community using observations to analyze their rhetoric and culture with the goal of bringing more attention to studying women-only online disability support groups and their importance to society. 3 Leigh Graziano Online discourse community | textual analysis | ADHD
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14892 Values and the Glorification of True Crime Fandoms Malissa Brooks WR 122 6/15/2022 UnboundV3f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en True-crime walks the line between education and glorification, but how can a podcast assert specific values on its listenership? This essay analyzes the longest-running comedy true-crime podcast, Last Podcast on The Left. By examining the themes and strategies the hosts of LPOTL use, this essay shows how the hosts strategically imprint their values upon their listeners and the Reddit community page. 3 Leigh Graziano Online discourse community | corpus textual analysis | true crime
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14891 Language in Vaccine Hesitancy and Anti-Vaccination Ideology Emmaline O’Donnell WR 122 | Winner of Best Essay Award 6/15/2022 UnboundV3e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An original inquiry project, exploring the role of language in vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaccination beliefs through primary and secondary research. 3 Tandy Tillinghast STEM | discourse community | public health
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14890 Going The Distance: Cohesion’s Relationship to Discourse Communities Katie Chapman WR 122 | Winner of Best Essay Award 6/15/2022 UnboundV3d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Original inquiry project examining the role of cohesiveness in the WOU cross country team. The author concludes by arguing that cohesion is a characteristic that should be added to Swale’s (1990) list of discourse community criteria. 3 Leigh Graziano Discourse community | cohesion | cross-country
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14889 Grasping My Fragile Heart Addie Floyd WR 121 6/15/2022 UnboundV3c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A literacy narrative in which the author describes the transformative power of reading and writing in her life. In particular, she describes the emotional feelings she had while reading The Book Thief. 3 Tandy Tillinghast Literacy narrative, reading | pathos
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14888 Writing is Right the First Time Laticia Garcia WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2022 UnboundV3b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Reflects on the myth that writing is right the first time, when in reality it is important to make errors to improve one’s writing ability. 3 Samantha Morgan Writing construct | error | drafting
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14867 Under the Microscope of Forensic Science Makenna Bergerson WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2022 UnboundV3a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An interview-based analysis of the writing, research, and genre conventions involved in forensics. The author considers how forensic scientists are used in the criminal justice community, some of the general protocols, as well as the specific fields one can pursue in forensics. 3 Samantha Morgan STEM | discourse community | genre analysis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14866 How Telenovelas Function in the Latino Community Yaritza Marquez Camacho WR 122 6/15/2021 UnboundV2k eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en How telenovelas Function In the Latino Community is a brief essay justifying how telenovelas have affected the hispanic community. The text analyzes various ways on how the hispanic community feels connected to telenovelas and how telenovelas use language or writing. 2 William Haas Discourse Community | Latinx | Identity
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14865 Unearthing Identity: Characteristics Restricting Female Leadership in the Evangelical Church Faith DeVyldere WR 122 6/15/2021 UnboundV2j eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Identifies the prescribed characteristics of females in the U.S charismatic evangelical church, as well as common rationales for these gendered expectations. Connects these ideals to the disparities between women and leadership in these communities. 2 Wesley Snyder Discourse Community | Identity | Gender
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14864 Discourse Community of Servers: The Environment’s Effect on Behavior and Lexicon Becca Brooks WR 122 6/15/2021 UnboundV2i eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A detailed look into the front of house customer service discourse community, including its curated lexicon and conduct. 2 William Haas Discourse Community | Lexicon | Workplace Writing
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14863 How to Bend the Rules on Writing Andrew Ashley WR 121 6/15/2021 UnboundV2h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An essay exploring the autor’s early teachings of writing constructs, and the contradicting teachings of writing constructs utilized in higher level education. The author urges the audience to rethink strict rules of writing and learn when it is appropriate to break the rules of writing constructs in certain situations. 2 Wesley Snyder First Person | Writing Constructs
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14862 A Shift From Rules to Tools Samila Sevugan WR 121 6/15/2021 UnboundV2g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Reflects the importance of the role writing constructs hold against a writer’s ability to expand and further the discovery of their writing identity and purpose. 2 Tandy Tillinghast Writing Construct | Academic Writing | Writer’s Block
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14861 Genres Within a Day of Nursing Miaja Spensley WR 121 6/15/2021 UnboundV2f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Want to become a nurse? Throughout the workplace of professional nurses, they use many different genres of writing documentation to obtain the best patient care. This essay examines each documentation a nurse must write and understand on a daily basis and explains how one becomes a nurse in such a changing and flexible environment. 2 Samantha Morgan Genre Analysis | Workplace Writing
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14860 Federal Disconnect: The Navajo Nation’s Sovereignty and Justice Must Be Respected Skye Grubb WR 122 | Winner of Best Willamette Promise Essay 6/15/2021 UnboundV2e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay argues that the damaging practices of both historical and modern colonialism, particularly in terms of our criminal justice system, continue to harm the Navajo Nation’s relationship to its people and its culture and ignores the important role Navajo practices of restorative justice are to their community. 2 David Howell (Jefferson High School) Native American Sovereignty | Colonialism | Restorative Justice
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14859 A Genre Analysis of Facebook Mormon Stories Podcast FB Community Rachel Nye WR 122 | Winner of Best Essay Award 6/15/2021 UnboundV2d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper delves into the literary tool kits or grief processing tools for those transitioning out of Mormonism. Community members communicate through personal posts, commentary on live FB podcasts where members/scholars are interviewed in the group. Genres mobilized within the Mormon Stories Podcast Community are used as a literary tool kit that collectively works to aid them through a faith transition into healing. 2 Wesley Snyder Genre Analysis | Literacy | Discourse Community
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14858 Multiliteracy and Online Discourse Community: How SENG Meets the Needs of the Dispersed Gifted Community Over a Lifespan Sara Cash WR 122 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2021 UnboundV2c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Discusses the use, and benefit, of online genre by dispersed, isolated members of the gifted community via the agile discourse community, Serving Emotional Needs of the Gifted. 2 Wesley Snyder Genre Analysis, Literacy | Online Discourse Communities
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14857 African American Vernacular should be Included in Learning About Writing and Reading Caprice M. Massey WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2021 UnboundV2b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay presents primary and secondary research to illustrate why African American Vernacular English (AAVE) should be treated like other foreign languages in the teaching and learning of Standard Written English (SWE). The author argues that AAVE is not bad English but its own vernacular that has importance within the African American culture. 2 Wesley Snyder AAVE | Writing Construct | Literacy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14856 Can Different Community Groups Inform the Way We Communicate? Justin Davis WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2021 UnboundV2a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This essay examines how personal social constructs and discourse communities influence literacy development and language practices for a Black individual living in a predominately white society 2 Casie Moreland Literacy | Discourse Communities | Race
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14855 Projecting Into the World of Dungeons and Dragons Alex Decknadel WR 122 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2020 UnboundV1h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Projecting into the World of Dungeons and Dragons is an argument about the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) as a discourse community and how players of D&D project themselves as characters within an imaginative setting shared by the players. Through the D&D sessions I participated in and articles I’ve read, I discovered that players have to interact with one another to project themselves as their characters. 1 Samantha Morgan Dungeons and Dragons | lexis | identity
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14854 How “Big A Little A” Alludes to Britain’s Instability During the 1980’s Bo Moskal WR 121 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2020 UnboundV1g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A brief look into how social and political unrest created a boom in punk rock’s popularity in Britain. This essay is a rhetorical analysis of “Big A Little A” by British punk rock band Crass and how it is relevant to the climate of the 1980’s. 1 Wesley Snyder rhetorical analysis | punk rock | historical context
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14853 Barista Lexicon and Its Effects on Customer Interactions Jenifer Webb WR 122 | Winner of Outstanding Essay Award 6/15/2020 UnboundV1f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Through the use of both primary and secondary research, this essay addresses the major ways in which barista lexicon influences customer interactions. The results conclude that barista lexicon influences customer interactions by creating a barrier between the two, enhancing customer experience, and by providing a learning experience. 1 Leigh Graziano workplace literacy | customer interactions | lexis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14852 Immigration Reform: The Influence of Nativism in Political Rhetoric and its Impact on Immigration Policy-Making Alayna Gilliland WR 122 | Winner of Best Willamette Promise Essay 8/15/2020 UnboundV1e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Examines the political rhetoric surrounding the President’s “Build the Wall” campaign, the effectiveness of the wall in solving southern immigration concerns, and the negative impact the campaign’s rhetoric has on attitudes towards Latinx communities in the United States 1 Kari Bloomquist political rhetoric | nativism | immigration
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14851 Smartphone Effects on Literacy and Language Brandi Grunberg WR 121 6/15/2020 UnboundV1d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This text analyzes how the development of phones over the course of their existence have influenced language and literacy. The convenience, efficiency, and mobility of phones are addressed in the ways in which they have connected people, created a global community, and increased proficiency with the tools people through which people are exercising literacy. 1 Casie Moreland smartphones | literacy | technology
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14850 The Let'er Buck Spirit Jenni Kannier WR 122 6/15/2020 UnboundV1c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Examines the significance of code switching when speaking to consumers versus coworkers in a retail setting. This essay analyzes the impact of body language, tone of voice, and establishing authority and illustrates the influence different lexises may have on consumers. 1 Leigh Graziano code switching | retail | nonverbal communication
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14849 Genres Keep a Law Firm Moving Forward Fengqi Li WR 122 6/15/2020 UnboundV1b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An analysis of the main genres used by a law firm in China. This essay examines the work those genres perform and their relationships with each other. 1 Leigh Graziano genre analysis | lawfirm | workplace efficiency
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14848 Je Ne Sais… Meh Gracie Meives WR 121 6/15/2020 UnboundV1a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/15/2026, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This narrative shares the writer’s personal adventure with literacy. It covers her struggles and successes with reading and writing, and reflects on the significance of her literacy journey and the change she experienced from her own perseverance. 1 William Haas literacy narrative | literacy sponsors
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14827 The Forty-Seventh Annual Commencement of the Oregon Normal School [1929] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1929. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students and class officers. Oregon Normal School 1929 Text Commencement_1929 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14826 Commencement Invitation - Oregon Normal School, June 1922 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1923. Includes a list of exercises and events. Oregon Normal School 1923 Text Commencement_1923 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14825 Commencement Invitation - Oregon Normal School, June 1922 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1922. Includes a list of exercises and events. Oregon Normal School 1922 Text Commencement_1922b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14804 Baccalaureate Service of the Oregon Normal School for Sunday, June Eleven Nineteen Hundred Twenty-Two Program for baccalaureate service commencement exercise at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1922. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces. Oregon Normal School 1922 Text Commencement_1922a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14803 Commencement Program of the Oregon Normal School for Wednesday, June sixteen nineteen hundred twenty Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1921. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students and class officers. Oregon Normal School 1921 Text Commencement_1921 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14802 Commencement Program of the Oregon Normal School for Wednesday, June sixteen nineteen hundred twenty Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1920. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students and class officers. Oregon Normal School 1920 Text Commencement_1920 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14801 Commencement Invitation - Oregon Normal School, June 1916 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1919. Oregon Normal School 1919 Text Commencement_1919 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14800 Commencement Invitation - Oregon Normal School, June 1916 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1916. Includes a list of exercises and events. Oregon Normal School 1916 Text Commencement_1916 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14799 Commencement Program of the Oregon Normal School for Wednesday, June 18 [1913] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1913. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students and class officers. Oregon Normal School 1913 Text Commencement_1913 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14798 Commencement Program of the Oregon Normal School for Wednesday, June 19 [1912] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1912. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students and class officers. Oregon Normal School 1912 Text Commencement_1912b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14797 Commencement Program of the Oregon Normal School for Tuesday, February 6 [1912] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in February of 1912. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students. Oregon Normal School 1912 Text Commencement_1912a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14796 Programme [OSNS 1911] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1911. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces. Oregon State Normal School 1911 Text Commencement_1911 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14795 Mid-year commencement Oregon State Normal School [1909] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in February of 1909. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1909 Text Commencement_1909 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14794 The twenty-sixth annual commencement Oregon State Normal School [1908] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1908. Program contains a list of commencement exercises and activities, speakers and musical pieces, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1908 Text Commencement_1908 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14793 Silver Anniversary Commencement Exercises Oregon State Normal School [1907] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1907. Program contains a list of commencement exercises and activities, speakers and musical pieces, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1907 Text Commencement_1907 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14792 Commencement Invitation - Oregon State Normal School, June 1906 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1906. Includes a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1906 Text Commencement_1906 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14791 Twenty-third June Commencement of the Oregon State Normal School Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1905. Program contains a list of speakers and musical pieces, and a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1905 Text Commencement_1905c This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14790 Commencement Invitation - Oregon State Normal School, June 1905 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1905. Oregon State Normal School 1905 Text Commencement_1905b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14789 Commencement Invitation - Oregon State Normal School, February 1905 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in February of 1905. Includes a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1905 Text Commencement_1905a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14788 Commencement Invitation from Students for Oregon State Normal School 1903 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1903. Includes a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1903 Text Commencement_1903a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14787 Commencement Invitation from Faculty for Oregon State Normal School 1903 Invitation to commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1903. Program contains a list of commencement exercises, activities, and speakers. Oregon State Normal School 1903 Text Commencement_1903a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14786 Senior Reception Nov. 28, 1902 Program for senior reception at Oregon State Normal School in November of 1902. The program includes a list of speeches and musical pieces played, as well as the names of some students. Oregon State Normal School 11/28/1902 Text Commencement_1902b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14785 Programme [OSNS 1902] Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1902. Program contains a list of commencement exercises and speakers, class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1902 Text Commencement_1902a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 1/2/2026, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14783 dctype:Text Learning What I’ll Teach: Connections Between Language Acquisition and Community Sophia E. Borgstahl 2025-08-15 Text honors20251215b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This experiential learning project came from my linguistics education to formulate a personalized Spanish learning plan tailored to my individual needs. As a student in WOU’s Teaching English as a Foreign Language program (TEFL), understanding Second Language Acquisition (SLA) theory is incredibly important to adequately teach any language, so to further my understanding I wanted to experience SLA as a language learner. By undergoing the language learning process with Spanish, I understood L2 acquisition at a personal level and furthered my journey toward SLA expertise. Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project Honors Robert Troyer Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14781 dctype:Text Preservando Tradiciones: The Influence of Charreria in Oregon Camila Getzemani Villastrigo Campuzano 2025-12-15 Text honors_20251215a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Mexico is a country famous for its culture, from the language, food and music that has become a part of mainstream US media. One part of this culture that often gets overlooked is its national sport, Charreria. This sport involves El Charro, a sportsman well-dressed wearing his iconic sombrero, who shows his dominance over horses and bulls. This is an examination of the history of charreria, particularly a focus on the sports presence in the state of Oregon. I want to look at why charreria isn't as well known as other Mexican events like jaripeos and bailes. I want to know what is being done or can be done to share the sport with a wider audience. The charro is an iconic figure in Mexican culture; it is widely recognized, yet how many people know who he is and what he stands for?
I plan on accomplishing my goals in two main ways, through interviews and classic methods of research in both Spanish and English. These interviews will be with real charros and escaramuzas in the state of Oregon. I have access to many families and people who play an important role in the sports presence in Oregon, possibly in the United States. I also plan on doing a lot of research in both Spanish and English (using my bilingualism to its potential) to find the answers to all of my questions or at least the bigger ones. Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project Honors Ricardo Pelegrin-Taboada Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14773 Q. Why Me? A. Who Else? Mentoring with Myk Rose Shayla Richardson 11/15/2025 Text maiscasestudies111325f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Burnout and a lack of sustainable formal leadership are challenges for the field of signed language interpreting. While formal leaders often face attrition and a lack of support, informal or everyday leaders can fill mentorship and leadership gaps in their communities. This case study highlights Myk (Michael) Rose. Rose’s mentorship style leads by example, by creating spaces that promote growth through safety, resilience, and trust. As the interpreting field and its practitioners are changing, Rose’s approach to supporting emerging interpreters and colleagues shows success. Rose’s example demonstrates that leadership begins with care and taking responsibility, and that everyday informal leaders can transform people, a community, and the profession. interpreting; mentoring; leadership
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14772 Graciela Zozaya: A profile in professionalization Rey Romero 11/15/2025 Text maiscasestudies111325e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Graciela Zozaya, an interpreter educator in Houston, Texas, personifies the evolution from a bilingual ad hoc translator and interpreter to a strong advocate for interpreter training and certification. Having more than four decades of experience in the industry, she has used her positions as manager for language services in the county’s flagship healthcare provider and as strategic solutions executive for a Large Language Services Provider to promote interpreter training and certification. Furthermore, she has collaborated with local universities in continuing education certificate programs for interpreters and translators. Her beliefs and compromise in the professionalization of interpreters is also exemplified by her key leadership roles in several organizations, including the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care and the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters, among others. Ms. Zozaya contributes her enthusiasm and commitment to professionalization to her friend and mentor Esther Diaz, a pioneer in establishing interpreter certification education programs in Texas. interpreting; training; certification; leadership; professionalization; mentoring
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14771 Autumn Esclovon: “It’s My Soapbox, It’s My Passion” Meikayla Mixon 11/15/2025 Text maiscasestudies111325d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This case study was conducted within a larger project designed to spotlight leaders in the interpreting community. I chose to recognize Autumn Esclovon, who is a respected and accomplished American Sign Language/English/Protactile interpreter, educator, and mentor. Her love for the DeafBlind community shines through all aspects of her work, and the lessons she has learned from individuals within this community influence the characteristics of leadership she cherishes the most. She is a kind and encouraging mentor who leads with respect and courage and encourages growth not only for herself but for those around her. interpreting; mentoring; leadership
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14770 Pam Wilson: Driven to Learn, Committed to Serve Mikaela Jordon 11/15/2025 Text maiscasestudies111325c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In the American Sign Language (ASL)-English interpreting profession, many interpreters report feeling a sense of competition and worthlessness because of comments or actions of their colleagues, known as horizontal violence. Horizontal violence includes any action that diminishes the worth of another interpreter and is perpetrated by members of the profession causing undue harm to the affected interpreter (Ott, 2012). Interpreters like Pam Wilson have striven to make a difference in their communities. Pam is a leader who is eager to learn, people-centered, and humble. Her dedication is exemplified by her work ethic and how she interacts with colleagues and consumers. She continually shows care and compassion for those she works with by making them feel seen and heard. Pam is driven by her desire to pass on what has been done for her. By following Pam’s model of leadership, the occurrence of horizontal violence can be greatly reduced. interpreting; leadership; humility; horizontal violence
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14769 How a Russian Professor Professionalized United States Healthcare Interpreting Marisa Rueda Will 11/15/2025 Text maiscasestudies111325b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Natalya Mytareva is an undervalued yet pivotal contributor to the translation and interpreting community. Beginning her career as a university professor teaching interpretation and translation courses at Volgograd State University in Russia, she came to the United States as an immigrant and had to change careers entirely more than once upon arrival. Her experience as Communications Director at the International Institute of Akron, a refugee resettlement agency, deepened her understanding of the critical need for qualified interpreters in healthcare settings. As one of 13 founding commissioners of the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI), Natalya's work led to the first healthcare interpreting certification exam that was nationally accredited for spoken language interpreters. Furthermore, through CCHI, she was later able to develop an English-only exam—the first of its kind created by any federal, state, or private organization—that could reliably test the interpreting skills of all healthcare interpreters. Her work revolutionized the healthcare interpreting profession by giving interpreters of all languages credentials that would put them on the same level as their colleagues in healthcare. Much can be learned from Natalya's grit, determination, and leadership style, which led to a truly transformative feat in medical interpreting history in the United States. Healthcare interpreting; leadership; professional standards; CCHI; NCCA accreditation; case studies
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14768 Christine Nakahara: A Back-of-the-Bus Kind of Leader Lauren Jourdonnais 11/15/2025 Text maiscasestudies111325a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/15/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Christine Nakahara is an American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpreter, mentor, and educator located in the Bay Area of San Francisco, California. She has been in the interpreting field since 2008. Working behind the scenes rather than in the spotlight is her style, hence the self-identified term “back-of-the bus” kind of leader. Her passion and respect towards cultural differences and her efforts to support ethnically diverse communities of interpreters are at the center of her work, providing mentorship holistically and naturally to her mentees. interpreting; empathy; justice
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14761 Improving the Individual Problem-Solving Process for All Staff and Students Patrick Lau 9/15/2025 Text | Professional Project pp_20251023b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 09/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project centers on the enhancement of the Individual Problem Solving (IPS) process through the implementation of a structured, schoolwide support system designed to benefit both students and staff. Throughout the 2024–2025 academic year, a diverse team of educators collaborated to update, streamline, and refine the IPS framework. The primary objective was to provide teachers with an accessible and efficient document that enables them to clearly articulate a student’s concerns, strengths, and areas of need. By simplifying the referral process and ensuring consistency in documentation, the updated IPS serves as both a practical tool for classroom teachers and a guiding framework for determining the most appropriate supports, including potential special education services. Ultimately, the aim is to leave a sustainable, user-friendly process that enhances teacher effectiveness, promotes early and accurate interventions, and fosters equitable access to support for all students. Master of Science in Education Steven Nelson | Erica Manzo Alicia Wendzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14760 Theory to Practice—It’s a Long Jump! Gracie Ann Meives 9/15/2025 Text; Image; StillImage | Action Research Project arp_20251023c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 09/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en My aim with this project is to explore the development of a new interpreter in a K–12 educational setting. In my professional reflective journal, I collected data focused on new interpreters’ skill development, such as feedback, mentors, work samples, boundaries, supervision sessions, and lexical/grammatical items. Using the text analysis tool Voyant (2025), I scanned the data for lexical patterns as well as general themes in each quarter of the journal. My findings point to four overarching periods of transition that each have their own distinctive data and patterns. These four quarters are found in the results in Chapter 4. These distinct quarters show the natural progression of filling “the gap” between theory and real-world interpreting experiences. I hope to use my findings to offer a look into the process of transitioning from an interpreter education program to life as a working professional to better identify emerging professionals’ skill acquisition needs. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda Smith | Erin Trine Elisa Maroney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14759 Evaluating Student Achievement Through Rigorous Project-Based Learning in Secondary Science Education Mickayla Rose Timberlake 9/15/2025 Text; Image; StillImage | Action Research Project arp_20251023b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 09/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explores and evaluates the effectiveness of Rigorous Project-Based Learning in a high school chemistry classroom using the framework of McDowell, Hattie, and Boss (2017). The tenets that were explored and evaluated were creating purposeful learning experiences, deepening content understanding, building strong relationships, and applying evidence based practices such as scaffolding, modeling, and peer collaboration. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Rebecca Chitkowski Rachel Harrington
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14758 Developing Digital Literacy Among High School Civics Students James O’Neil 9/15/2025 Text | Action Research Project arp_20251023a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 09/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explores how teaching digital literacy impacts high school students' ability to conduct quality research and develop responsible civic and digital citizenship. Motivated by my personal educational journey marked by limited digital access and the support of extracurricular mentors I seek to bridge the digital divide in my junior/senior civics classroom. Although most students have school-issued Chromebooks, disparities remain in their home access to technology and internet resources. My project integrates digital tools and online resources into instruction, enabling students to engage with content at their own pace while developing essential research and media literacy skills.
The primary research questions guiding this study are: (1) How does teaching internet literacy influence students’ ability to evaluate and use quality sources? and (2) How does it contribute to their growth as informed civic and digital citizens? Through student reflections, written assignments, and consistent formative assessment, I aim to track progress and adapt instruction to ensure equity and relevance. This work aligns with InTASC standards and supports lifelong learning, collaboration, and social awareness. Findings will be shared with peers, faculty, and students, with the goal of improving instructional practices and preparing students for success in an increasingly digital world. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Kenneth Carano Rachel Harrington
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14757 Another Wave of Trauma: A Professional Development on Trauma-Informed Practices to Support Students Impacted by Immigration Prudencio Camacho Cabrera 9/15/2025 Text; Image; StillImage | Professional Project pp_20251023a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 09/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project contextualizes trauma-informed practices (TIP) for educators serving students impacted by immigration. With immigration reform and policy being carried out immediately by the current Republican administration, teachers need to become more equipped in catering to the social-emotional needs of their students. Students that now become targets of raids, deportations, family separations, and other systemic inequities. This project tailors forms of critical pedagogy to create a professional development (PD) focused on developing the practice of critical reflection. A practice that can be either self-reflective or reflective on systems that perpetuate inequity. TIP is problematized in this project, especially when structured to follow passive, White-dominant ideologies. As a challenge to educators, the PD urges educators to unlearn practices rooted in these ideologies. As replacement, the PD encourages educators to learn practices that enhance their awareness of immigrant identities, reframe TIP as social justice, and create spaces for student testimonies to be made and heard. This project adds to the discourse of critical pedagogy by tailoring and contextualizing practices to the identities, experiences, and narratives of students impacted by immigration. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Micah Walker | Gregory Zobel Jaclyn Caires-Hurley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14755 dctype:Text Improving the Individual Problem-Solving Process for All Staff and Students Patrick Lau 2025-09-15 Text 20251001_pp_a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/01/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project centers on the enhancement of the Individual Problem Solving (IPS) process through the implementation of a structured, schoolwide support system designed to benefit both students and staff. Throughout the 2024–2025 academic year, a diverse team of educators collaborated to update, streamline, and refine the IPS framework. The primary objective was to provide teachers with an accessible and efficient document that enables them to clearly articulate a student’s concerns, strengths, and areas of need. By simplifying the referral process and ensuring consistency in documentation, the updated IPS serves as both a practical tool for classroom teachers and a guiding framework for determining the most appropriate supports, including potential special education services. Ultimately, the aim is to leave a sustainable, user-friendly process that enhances teacher effectiveness, promotes early and accurate interventions, and fosters equitable access to support for all students. Masters of Science in Education Steven Nelson | Alicia Wenzel | Erica Manzo professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14754 dctype:Text Evaluating Student Achievement Through Rigorous Project-Based Learning in Secondary
Science Education Mickayla Rose Timberlake 2025-09-15 Text 20251001_arp_a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/01/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Masters of Arts in Education action_research_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14752 dctype:Image Oregon State Normal School supporter, 1907 Undetermined Oregon State Normal School (OSNS)
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Children A portrait of Hazel Gard Robinson, daughter of Physics faculty Lewis Robinson, wearing a dress with felt pennants of various sizes pinned to the bodice, skirt, and sleeves. On the backside is handwritten: "Hazel Gard Robinson. Oregon State Normal School Mascot. March, 1907." Also handwritten on the backside, appearing to be added after original inscription "daughter of Lewis Robinson." Photograph is mounted on cardboard in the style of a cabinet card. The card is embossed with a torch and ribbon in the top left corner and "McCaleb (?) Independence, Ore" in the bottom right corner. Card is damaged with a portion of the bottom left corner missing. 1907-03 Image; StillImage No copyright - United States: As of 09/26/2025, Hamersly Library believes this item is free of copyright under the laws of the United States. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Oregon State Normal School, children, mascot, pennant, cabinet card
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14743 A Creative Mural on the History of Mexican Immigration to the United States Jordan Kemper 6/15/2025 Text | Image; StillImage honorstheses_091725h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en One of the most prominent issues in American history is how the country deals with immigration. As a cultural melting pot, America has a long history of immigration with people from all over the world congregating in this one country. Very few of the people living here today came from Native American descent, as most of American ancestry comes from outside of the country, making it feel as though it is a much more freely flowing, but controlled, nation of citizenship compared to the rest of the world. It’s become apparent in recent decades that there’s been much more corruption and mistreatment surrounding border patrol that has led to an increasing rate of violence and injustice towards immigrants, largely from Mexico. While there should be laws around keeping immigration controlled and organized, I want to persuade the public to not support a response to illegal immigration of violence or dehumanizing treatment. I want to see in what ways I can show the human side of the issue in order to gain sympathy from the public. I don’t want this to be controversial, but rather raise a discussion that may make people think differently and more humanely on the topic.
This is why I have decided to do an artistic mural for my project, as it can express these issues in a more powerful and unique way without seeming as though I am directly preaching to people. It could also be a form of representation for immigrants and have some of their stories being
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heard. What ways could I inform and even persuade the public about immigration issues through a creative manner and my own stance on the topic that will also get people thinking about it and discussing it? This is a topic I’ve become passionate and informed about and wanted to express it in this creative project. Honors Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14742 Lost in Translation: Learning Disabilities and the LatinX Education Gap Jaidah Anguelita Garcia 6/15/2025 Text honorstheses_091725g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The primary objective of this research is to investigate the educational challenges and support systems for LatinX students with learning disabilities and to propose legislative policies to address these issues. Despite federal protections such as Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504, LatinX students with learning disabilities (LDs) remain undiagnosed, misidentified, and underserved due to cultural stigma, linguistic bias, and inadequate educator training. By applying theories of Critical Race Theory, Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory, and Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory, this research will analyze how intersecting factors such as race, language, socioeconomic status, and disability affect the educational experiences of LatinX students with LDs. This thesis will also review existing literature and identify disparities in diagnosis/identification, placement, and discipline. Drawing from personal experience and academic research, this thesis will propose culturally responsive educator training and increased funding for inclusive resources as legislative strategies to help promote equity in educational settings. Honors Kristen Pratt Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14741 How to Minimize Burnout as a Student Leader Viviana M. Romero 6/15/2025 Text honorstheses_091725f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In this action research project, the question of how to minimize
burnout as a student leader will be explored. Burnout is almost a right of
passage for many student leaders in this day and age. With some wearing
their burnout status as a badge of honor showing how dedicated they are to
their work. However, burnout is not something to be proud of. When
burnout is left unchecked it can create many unhealthy coping mechanisms
for students that lead to many different unhealthy behaviors that end up
being very hard to unlearn as adults in the workforce. This thesis plans on
defining burnout and how it affects student leaders, then moves on to
create a list of approximately 10 ‘tips and tricks’ to help minimize and cope
with burnout. I will also explore how the institutions themselves contribute
to burnout in their student leaders and what they can do in order to
minimize burnout. All from the perspective of a current college
undergraduate student who has experienced burnout. Honors Ashley Hortman-Cooper Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14740 Eleanor Houk and Their Impact on Oregon History: Biography of an Indigenous Woman Katie J Snyder 6/15/2025 Text honorstheses_091725e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Eleanor Houk made history in Oregon by becoming the first Indigenous woman to attend the University of Oregon. I will be using this thesis to explore how her culture and status as a minority could have affected her life through a combination of primary and secondary sources. I will be focusing on the different stages of her life and some of the different settings that would have affected her, specifically her time at two residential schools and her move halfway across the country as an orphan. I want to explore how this time impacted her later in life and her choice to become a teacher at the residential schools she was at for much of her childhood.
Through this research I hope to expand the online platform – Oregon Women’s Consortium – to which his project was originally posted. The purpose of the Oregon Women’s Consortium is to shed light on the history of Oregon women who have been either ignored or under-researched. My project will provide a more thorough exploration of Eleanor Houk’s life story as well as the experiences she had because of her heritage. This will aid in creating a more complete history of important women in Oregon’s history. Honors Kimberley Jensen Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14739 The Influence of Nintendo Video Games on Creativity Shane Pelinski 6/15/2025 Text | Image; StillImage honorstheses_091725d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In this project, I will be looking into the connection between videogames and creativity, more specifically video games from Nintendo and how their games can have an impact on players’ creativity. Multiple Nintendo franchises such as the Legend of Zelda and Animal Crossing bring their own unique ideas to the table that can encourage players to expand their own creative scoop. An important part of my thesis will be making my own creative art projects that will take inspiration from Nintendo games I have played. This will allow me to prove the idea that Nintendo can be influential on creativity. This project will include examination of three different Nintendo Switch games as well as articles that are linked to the idea that video games and creativity are connected. My goal is to show how Nintendo videogames are a great source of inspiration and do my own creative projects inspired by Nintendo games to further prove that. I believe this project will aid in my life goal to be a creative individual and perhaps inspire others to take inspiration from one of their favorite pastimes. Honors Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14738 Running on Empty: The Culture of Eating Disorders among Female Runners Lindie M. Larson 6/15/2025 Text honorstheses_091725c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Disordered eating and eating disorders are serious mental conditions that can have significant physiological, psychological, and performance-related consequences, especially among female runners. This population is especially vulnerable to disordered eating and eating disorders due to cultural pressures and expectations within the sport which emphasize thinness and losing weight in order to improve performance. These pressures result in many female runners turning towards disordered eating behaviors to meet their coaches’ expectations and improve their times. However, these behaviors can have many negative consequences that affect not just their performance but their overall health as well. In order to combat and prevent this issue, it is important to raise awareness about disordered eating and its consequences among female runners and those who frequently interact with them, such as coaches, athletic trainers, and family. While prevention is preferable, early intervention and treatment are also essential for limiting the damaging effects of disordered eating and promoting a full recovery for female runners. Honors Emily Vala-Haynes Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14737 Graphic Growth: Creating a Comic for Young Adults Aidan VanDyke 6/15/2025 Text | Image; StillImage honorstheses_091725b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en I have created a fantasy, young adult, graphic novel for my thesis. The story explores the themes of self-discovery, expression, and improvement through the emotional journeys of the protagonists. Before working on the novel, I researched the genres and formats detailed at the beginning through various academic and informational books and essays. Now finished, a third of the book’s script has been written, along with half of those pages laid out. I have included a reflective essay on developing the novel, as well as the various artistic sources from which I drew inspiration. The goal was to create a story that teenagers can use to process thoughts and emotions they may be dealing with, as well as provide myself with a portfolio item that directly relates to my expected career. Honors Shaun Huston Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14736 The Mathematical Mystery of Odd Perfect Numbers: An Exploration of the Odd Perfect Number Problem, Multiply Perfect Numbers, and Related Topics in Number Theory Jasmine Hiebert 6/15/2025 Text honorstheses_091725a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A perfect number is a number that is equal to the sum of its proper divisors.
For example, 6 is a perfect number because its proper divisors are 1, 2, and
3 and 6 = 1 + 2 + 3. A non-example of a perfect number is 8, whose proper
factors sum to 1 + 2 + 4 = 7 , 8. The next smallest perfect number after 6 is
28 = 1+2+4+7+14 and after 28 we have 496. There are 52 known perfect
numbers. The largest one was discovered in October 2024 and has more than
82 million digits ([10]).
All 52 known perfect numbers are even. Given this observation, it is natural
to ask, do odd perfect numbers exist? Indeed, many people have asked this
question before. Number theorists have been wondering whether or not odd
perfect numbers exist for more than 2,000 years and yet we remain unable to
rigorously answer the problem. Our understanding of odd perfect numbers
provides a stark contrast to how well-studied and formulated even perfect
numbers are. Every few years increased computational power partnered with
our understanding of even perfects allows us to find a new even perfect number.
The more we search for odd perfect numbers, the more elusive they
seem.
We will be talking about the odd perfect number problem and a smorgasbord
of related problems, such as multiply perfect numbers, super perfect
numbers, and primitive abundant numbers in our literature review. Before
we do so, we will formally define all the terms and functions we need in the
Theoretical Frameworks section, which can be used as a reference for these
terms as we proceed through the rest of the paper. Our discussion will culminate
in my original work with non-divisors of odd perfect numbers and
determining the possible forms of multiply perfect numbers. Honors Cheryl Beaver Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14717 dctype:Text Elara and the Whimsywisp Tree: An SEL Based Children’s Book and Accompanying Parent Guide Heather Brower 2025-06-15 Text HeatherBrower_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project introduces Elara and The Whimsywisp Tree, a creatively crafted story designed to foster social and emotional learning (SEL) among children. There is also an accompanying parent guide aimed at enhancing family engagement. The story uses imaginative narrative elements to teach core SEL competencies including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making. By creating a shared literacy experience, the story provides families with valuable opportunities for open dialogue, teachable moments, and emotional development. The parent guide complements the story by offering strategies for modeling SEL skills, encouraging receptive communication, and supporting children's emotional growth in a family setting. The integration of storytelling and family centered approaches in this initiative aims to strengthen emotional literacy and familial bonds. The overall goal of the storybook and parent guide is to promote lifelong social emotional skills in children, ultimately contributing to their overall well-being and resilience. Master of Science in Education emotional literacy | social emotional learning | healing from trauma Kenneth Carano | Gregory Zobel | Ya-Fang Cheng Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14711 Navigating Worlds: Uncovering the Unique Positionality and Experiences of Hard-of- Hearing ASL Interpreters Carli Maegan Jones 6/15/2025 Text CarliJones_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Existing research overlooks the experiences of hard-of-hearing individuals working as American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters. To fill this gap, I have documented some of
their challenges, unique perspectives as language users, and contributions to the ASL interpretation field. Employing qualitative methods, I have amplified their voices and
shed light on their experiences, advocating for inclusivity and equity within ASL interpretation. This study aligns with broader discussions on disability rights and
professional diversity; it aims to challenge stereotypes, dismantle barriers, and foster transformative change. Additionally, it recognizes the unique cultural and linguistic skills
Hard-of-hearing Interpreters (HHIs) bring to their practice. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies American Sign Language (ASL) | Hard-of-Hearing Interpreter (HHI) | Deaf Interpreter (DI) | Hearing Interpreter (HI) | Positionality | Deaf Identity | Deaf Culture Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney | Stacey Rainey Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14710 When Every Second Counts: Assessing the Preparedness of 911 Operators to Process Video Relay Service Calls Lydia Grace Rogers 6/15/2025 Text LydiaRogers_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Video Relay Service (VRS) is a telecommunication service that provides American Sign Language interpreters for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. With expansions and technological developments, more people in the deaf community are using VRS services for their needs, including 911 emergencies. Both 911 operators and interpreters must work together to provide efficient and effective communication despite frequent complications. This study addresses the gap in literature on 911 operators’ knowledge and preparedness for processing VRS calls. The purpose of this research is to assess the knowledge base of 911 operators regarding VRS call processing and explore the potential need for specialized training to help mitigate obstacles and provide the best possible service to the deaf community. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Interpreting | emergency response | training Elisa Maroney | Stacey Rainey | Kathy Groves Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14709 Project-Driven Portfolio Logan Carlos 6/15/2025 Text LoganCarlos_Portfolio_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project-driven portfolio features two artifacts. The artifacts are both online mini-courses. One is a mini-course on softball hitting fundamentals. The other is on social media content creation. Here is the portfolio link with all the links associated with my project: https://lcarlos17.wixsite.com/lcarlospdp Master of Science in Education: Educational Technology Portfolio
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14708 Bridging Digital Spaces: Connecting Accessibility and Learning Theories Across Web and Learning Environments Katherine Marshall 6/15/2025 Text KatherineMarshall_Portfolio_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project encompasses the comprehensive development of educational technology solutions for American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification training, including both an online course and website platform. The initiatives support Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) certification preparation for research technicians and professionals with diverse educational backgrounds.
The ALAT course, requiring 288 development hours, was designed as an asynchronous Canvas-based program featuring narrated PowerPoint presentations, YouTube-hosted multimedia, and interactive self-assessment tools. The OAALAS website, representing 480 development hours, served as a centralized educational hub with accessible navigation and comprehensive resources. Both platforms demonstrate alignment with Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) standards while incorporating evidence-based instructional design principles including Gagné's Nine Events of Instruction, Mayer's Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Adult Learning Theory.
Key accessibility features include captioned videos, alt-text descriptions, mobile-friendly design, and simplified navigation structures optimized for learners with varying technical proficiency. The project addressed diverse learning preferences (75% visual, 20% kinesthetic, 10% auditory learners) through multimodal instruction. The evolution from standalone website to Learning Management System integration demonstrates iterative instructional design and commitment to continuous improvement in professional certification preparation. Master of Science in Education: Educational Technology EdTech | Andragogy | Multimodal Randall Ulveland Portfolio
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14707 Working to Bridge the Gap: The Need for Additional Supports for Students with Dyslexia in Public Schools Abigail Fisher 6/15/2025 Text AbigailFisher_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project examines the lack of resources and supports in place for students with dyslexia in the public school system. Based on peer-reviewed literature, this project proposes evidence-based strategies to address and reduce this disparity. These strategies include differentiated instruction and the implementation of multisensory approaches. Differentiated strategies (content, process, product, and environment) must be implemented simultaneously to result in effective learning growth and outcomes (Tomlinson, 2000). In addition, multisensory approaches such as reading-while-listening (Almahrag, 2021; Clinton-Lisell, 2023), technology interventions (Macaruso et al., 2020; Lerga et al., 2021), project based learning (Filippataou, 2010), movement based learning (Javed et al., 2023), and explicit instruction (Morrison, 2023; Hughes et al., 2017), all create learning opportunities that support students with dyslexia. By creating an asset-based 4th grade ELA unit, which incorporated both differentiation and multisensory strategies, I was able to add to this area of research and highlight how teachers can adapt curriculum to best meet the needs of their students, especially students with dyslexia. It is evident that when teachers create curricula that pull from their student’s strengths, all learners thrive. Master of Science in Education: Reading dyslexia | differentiation | multisensory approaches Ken Carano | Annie Delbridge | Jaclyn Caires-Hurley Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14699 From Representation to Transformation: The Role of Cultural Relevance in Effective Pedagogy Wyatt Anthony Smith 6/15/2025 Text WyattSmith_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study explores the implementation of culturally relevant teaching (CRT) to enhance student engagement and instructional clarity in a high school history classroom. Grounded in Gloria Ladson-Billings’ CRT framework, the research examines how integrating students’ cultural backgrounds and lived experiences into lessons fosters deeper learning connections. Using qualitative methods, including reflective journals, formative assessments, and mentor feedback, the study highlights the impact of student-centered strategies such as gamified study guides, personalized historical narratives, and interactive digital formats. Findings suggest that CRT increases student agency, supports critical thinking, and enhances relevance in social studies education; however, challenges such as absenteeism and systemic barriers complicate its implementation. The study concludes that sustained reflection, adaptability, and intentional curriculum design are crucial for effectively implementing CRT to bridge educational gaps and empower diverse learners. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Culturally Relevant Teaching | Gameification Amy Bowden | Benjamin Finnegan Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14698 Students and Citizens: The Effects of Civic Education on Students and their Communities Walter Du Ruz Bender 6/15/2025 Text WalterBender_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The objective of this research project was to explore the effects that a focus on civic education had on students in a 9th grade high school classroom. Can civic education concepts benefit students who are not in a dedicated civics class? How can education prepare students to be active, engaged citizens? For the purpose of this project, I modified my lesson plans and assignment designs to include civic content and give students opportunities to connect historical issues to present-day problems in their communities. I interviewed students about their experiences during the project and tracked data about student grades and engagement. The data and interviews showed that students had positive outcomes as a result of civic education focused lessons. Many students spoke extensively about their interest in the subject, and most students had large improvements in grades and work completion. However, many students also expressed concern about the content becoming “too political,” which points to increasing political polarization among young people. My interpretation is that civic education-focused lessons have a definite positive effect for students and in fact are critically important to ensure that students can become engaged citizens. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Education | Civics | Citizenship Amy Bowden | Ken Carano Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14697 Incorporating Multicultural Education into a Drama Classroom at a Predominantly White High School Troy Pennington 6/15/2025 Text TroyPennington_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explores how multicultural education, framed through social justice, can be meaningfully integrated into a drama program at a predominantly white high school. Grounded in James A. Banks’ (2016) framework, specifically content integration, prejudice reduction, and empowering school culture, the study addresses the lack of representation and inclusive pedagogy in traditional theater education. Conducted in a rural Oregon high school, the project spanned two units, totaling fifteen days. Data included student work, reflections, performances, and observations, analyzed using open coding and inductive thematic methods. Four key themes emerged: a unified classroom culture, increased academic participation, student voice and empowerment, and the disruption of dominant narratives. Findings show that when students are supported in exploring identity and injustice through theater, they engage more deeply and empathetically. The project highlights the transformative potential of culturally responsive, student-centered arts education and offers guidance for creative inclusive, socially conscious learning environment. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) multicultural education | high school drama | drama Amy Bowden | Melanie Landon-Hays Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14696 Evaluating Oregon’s Reentry Practices Against Best Practices Tristan R. Brabson 6/15/2025 Text TristanBrabson_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Adult in Custody reentry back into the community has a wide-reaching impact across the United States. Much research has been done to understand how to enrich this process in order to increase community safety and reduce recidivism, but little is known about the state of reentry in Oregon. This study investigates the recognized relevant factors concerning a successful reentry back into the community and applies them to Oregon’s reentry programming and policies. This study uses secondary data gathered across multiple databases delimited by research that focuses on adult prison reentry only. This research was organized and analyzed to reveal common relevant factors to successful reentry and then compared against the collected information regarding Oregon’s reentry practices via government websites, literature, and other forms of disseminated information. The findings indicate that relevant factors supporting successful reentry start at intake and continue through incarceration and time back in the community. Oregon reentry practices apply several of these factors in their reentry programs and policies but still need to expand in order to become a leader in successful community reentry. The findings highlight areas of success and failure to create a roadmap for future reentry development and research. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Oregon reentry | reentry best practices | recidivism Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14695 Emotionally Charged Performances in Music Education Classrooms: Fostering a Positive Learning Environment through Culturally Responsive Teaching Trevor R. Wilson 6/15/2025 Text TrevorWilson_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The purpose of this action research study is to determine how utilizing culturally responsive teaching strategies (CRP) to invoke an emotional connection to music enhances musical performances and educational music outcomes. How can students draw from their personal experiences through CRP to enhance their emotional connection to the music they play and their performances? The primary goal of this project is to connect emotional understanding through SEL and CRP to musical concepts and performances to convey a depth and breadth of student understanding. My teaching goals are to inspire students to be creative and take agency within their music-making to provide emotionally charged performances at a high level. Being culturally relevant to students has a large impact on student success and learning outcomes. Engaging with enhanced lessons that are culturally relevant can help engage students to understand the concepts at a deeper level. For music students, this can lead to better engagement and emotionally charged performances. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Culturally Relevant Pedagogy | Music Education | Social-Emotional Learning Marcus Wenzel | Sarah Perkins Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14694 Culturally Responsive Teaching Can Support Student Engagement and Inclusiveness in Physical Education Trevor Karsseboom 6/15/2025 Text TrevorKarsseboom_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The research project examines how culturally responsive teaching (CRT) together with student voice and differentiated instruction affect student engagement and inclusiveness in elementary physical education (PE). The research conducted at Lincoln Elementary in Woodburn, Oregon examines how deliberate inclusion of students' cultural backgrounds and personal interests and abilities within PE curriculum development creates an inviting and motivating educational space. The research data consisted of student survey responses together with observational notes and teacher lesson reflection records. The study reveals that students become more engaged when they see themselves represented in activities and when they participate in shaping their educational experiences. The practice of differentiating instruction and equipment according to student needs resulted in better confidence and skill growth among students. The research supports the concept that PE teaching methods which are both inclusive and responsive create better learning opportunities for all students while boosting their engagement levels. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Culturally responsive teaching | student voice in PE | differentiated instruction Rachel Harrington | Nancy Tedder Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14693 Closing Practices of Gratitude in the Classroom Susan Nash 6/15/2025 Text SusanNash_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explored how a daily closing ritual of gratitude, “Gratitude Soup,” created a sense of belonging for students in a Theatre 2 classroom. Rooted in Nel Noddings’ ethics of care, the teaching philosophy behind this practice values building genuine, caring communities that see and honor every student. The aim of this project was to measure how this simple, low-barrier practice could support students’ emotional regulation, improve engagement, and foster a stronger sense of community in class. Data was gathered over the course of a semester and then analyzed, triangulated, and interpreted using traditional qualitative analysis procedures. Qualitative data was gathered through classroom observations, informal student reflections, and a more in-depth survey to measure how this practice shaped the emotional climate of the room. This project aims to situate itself in a larger effort to understand how small, intentional SEL practices can be both practical and powerful in creating more connected, inclusive classrooms. Findings from this action research demonstrate a link between Gratitude Soup–a small, intentional SEL practice–and an overall improved sense of belonging and student community in the classroom. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Drama Education | Gratitude | SEL Melanie Landon-Hays Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14672 The United States Postal Service: Understanding White-Collar Crime, Criminal Activity, and Fraud Prevention Effectiveness Susan C. Ames 6/15/2025 Text SueAmes_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The United States Postal Service plays a significant and vital role in this country’s communication infrastructure, economy, and the daily lives of every person and business that uses it, where no single operation in the world can compare. This study investigates the effectiveness and/or failures of the fraud and criminal activity prevention systems, strategies, and measures utilized by USPS; the circumstances in which white-collar crimes are likely to occur; the other law enforcement agencies that collaborate with USPS; contributing factors of fraud and criminal activity against USPS; and the societal impact that fraud prevention can have on the overall economy. The justification for this research is to expose the extremely detrimental consequences when systems fail for those who depend on this agency daily for correspondence, commerce, and essential functions. The key finding of this research revealed that efforts are continually made to improve fraud prevention, including the enhancement of physical security measures, improved technological security measures, improved legal and regulatory frameworks, improved investigative and enforcement mechanisms, improved prevention and mitigation strategies, continued law enforcement partnerships, improved employee training and awareness, and improved and public awareness campaigns. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice White-Collar Crime | United States Postal Service | Federal Omar Melchor-Ayala | Mari Sakiyama | Terry Gingerich Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14671 Oregon’s Correctional Education: Analyzing Oregon’s Prison Education Programs Through the Websites of Collaborating Colleges and Universities Skylar Wolfe Connolly 6/15/2025 Text SkylarConnolly_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In the United States there is roughly 1.2 million individuals incarcerated. These individuals need treatment and/or programs to be rehabilitated. Correctional education (CE) is part of those programs. This research was the preliminary analysis of the CE programs within the state of Oregon. The purpose of this research was to create a baseline for future studies. To accomplish this, the research used the websites of colleges and universities that collaborate with the Oregon Department of Corrections. There were six colleges and universities in Oregon that had launched a collaborated CE program. The websites were chosen as samples for their unique lens. This research used secondary data from the websites to attempt to answer the research question. The websites were analyzed for courses, degrees, age of program, support, goals, data, and employability. The findings were sporadic. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Correctional | Education | Prison Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14670 Intervention Strategies at the Middle School Level: Methods and Practices for Student Engagement Shannon Pickering 6/15/2025 Text ShannonPickering_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The purpose of this action research project was to examine whether targeted, tiered intervention strategies, utilizing the Response to Intervention (RTI) framework, could improve reading fluency and comprehension, and to identify engagement strategies that support middle school students performing below grade level. This study aimed to answer: 1) Do targeted and tiered interventions improve fluency and comprehension? 2) What instructional strategies give the most student engagement? This work highlights the importance of closing literacy gaps at the middle school level, ensuring accessibility, and promoting a sense of student success. This study collected data through classroom observations, student work samples, informal interviews, and progress monitoring tools such as DIBELS or PowerUp. Thematic coding and analysis were employed to identify patterns across the intervention tiers and whole-class instructional sessions. Key findings revealed that scaffolded instruction for students below grade level were insufficient to bridge the learning gap. When scaffolds are paired with explicit teaching strategies in tiered intervention environments, this leads to the greatest task completion and student growth in comprehension. Ensuring that students understood the content prior to introducing classroom work, along with scaffolds, was found to impact learning outcomes significantly. Emotional factors were also found to highly impact students’ learning outcomes and social-emotional well-being. This study concluded that the RTI-based interventions, which focused on comprehension and fluency skills, when integrated with scaffolds and emotional support, are highly effective methods for closing literacy gaps at the middle school level. These findings highlight the importance of responsive, student-centered intervention models and suggest the need for broader implementation. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Intervention | RTI | ATI Coley Lehman Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14669 Professional Development on Sheltered Strategies for K-5 Educators Scarlett Working 6/15/2025 Text ScarlettWorking_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project is focused on developing a professional development for K-5 educators on implementing sheltered strategies. It is important for educators to academically reach each student in their classroom; this must also include emergent bilingual learners (EB learners). EB learners need comprehensible input in order to access content instruction delivered within their L2 (developing second language). Educators must incorporate both sheltered instruction (SI) and sheltered strategies within their current content-based instruction. This means teachers must alter their current educational approaches to include both language learning and EB learners. However, it is incredibly difficult for educators to meet the needs of EB learners when they are equipped with the right educational tools, approaches, and strategies. The current literature regarding SI and sheltered strategies expresses a critical need for more education and professional developments regarding these topics. This professional development includes defining SI, stating research that supports SI, how content and language can be integrated alongside SI, connecting SI, zone of proximal development (ZPD) and scaffolding, as well as listing and explicitly modeling specific strategies. It is important to note that the delivery of this PD is focused on explicitly modeling each strategy listed. Embedding sheltered strategies within the presentation provides educators with a clear path on how to implement these strategies within their own educational environment. This includes a discussion on each strategy, and explicit modeling to encourage implementation. Results from this PD includes the importance of language learning beside content instruction, comprehensible input in order to promote actual understanding, and the continuation of SI presentations for educators in order to support implementation of sheltered strategies within the classroom. Master of Science in Education: ESOL ZPD | Comprehensible input | Sheltered Instruction Ken Carano | Jessica Doughtery | Dana Ulveland Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14668 You Are Not a Failure, They Failed You: A Disability-Focused Approach to Education Sarah Stover 6/15/2025 Text SarahStover_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explores the implementation of disability-focused anti-oppressive pedagogy in a middle school Language Arts classroom. Conducted in a highly structured, military-style school, the study was conducted with two research questions in mind: How did one autistic teacher implement disability-centered anti-oppressive pedagogy in a middle school Language Arts course at a military-style school, and how did students enrolled in this Language Arts course respond to their autistic teacher’s disability-centered pedagogical foci? This research included lessons centered around disability representation, bias, and accessibility. Data collection included personal observations in a journal, gradebook analysis, student work samples, and surveys. Findings revealed three major outcomes: increased engagement, higher academic achievement, and deeper social emotional learning. This research suggests that disability-centered pedagogy is beneficial to all students, creating an asset-based learning environment that accommodates everyone. While limitations such as the military structure are acknowledged, this study advocates for the broader implementation of disability justice in classroom practice. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) disability education | asset-based education Amy Bowden | Coley Lehman Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14667 Professional Project: Promoting Home Literacy Environments Through the Implementation of a Literacy Night and a Website Sam Shuirman 6/15/2025 Text SamuelShuirman_PP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The research question behind this professional project looks at why students may be behind in their literacy learning, and takes a look at what can be done outside of the school environment. The goal of this professional project is to explore the meaningful impact of a comprehensive home learning environment for children, as well as looking at two different ways to share strategies, methods, and ideas for how to construct a home learning environment, through a literacy night and a website. It is widely understood that children who grow up in homes that have home literacy environments, have much more positive growth in their literacy skills overall, in conjunction with formal instruction at school, than children who do not have that same access to home literacy environments. The goal of the literacy night is to inform families, students, and community members of several key strategies for cultivating a home literacy environment. The website adds on to this by providing different resources for families and community members to access that provide literacy resources and websites that can be used at home. Creating a community of learners progressing in their literacy development is the end goal of this project. Master of Science in Education: Reading home literacy environment | literacy Kenneth Carano | Melanie Landon-Hays | Sharlee Blackwell Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14666 Curriculum Development - Trilingual Interpreting Training Program Rossio Soledad Zavala Perez 6/15/2025 Text RossioZavalaPerez_PP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The project's significance lies in bridging the gap between theory and practice in
trilingual interpreting education. The field of trilingual interpreting faces significant
challenges due to the scarcity of resources and research, particularly in adapting existing
processing models to manage three languages simultaneously. The aim is to define
trilingual interpreting, develop a suitable curriculum, and, by synthesizing existing
resources and incorporating stakeholder input, establish a framework for trilingual
interpreting training. The three languages that will be discussed include American Sign
Language, English, and Spanish; however, the goal is that the completed trilingual
interpreting training curriculum will be generalized to substitute for any three languages.
The data collected and utilized in this project were collected via QualitricsXM (2025),
and the individuals were recruited through snowball and purposive sampling.
Furthermore, the questions in the survey were both qualitative and quantitative in nature.
The end results showed a clear consensus of what trilingual interpreting means and the
need for trilingual interpreters in the Deaf Community, who have specialized training in
the interpreting process that includes three languages of mixed modalities. The
curriculum outline that was developed as part of this project includes the program and
student learning outcomes that could be modified or applied for training trilingual
individuals who use any three languages. CC-BY-NC-ND (attribution, non-commercial, no derivatives) Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies trilingual | interpreting | Deaf Amanda Smith | Allisun Kale Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14665 Creating an Educators Disposition Assessment for Preprogram Preservice Educators Rachel Frazier 6/15/2025 Text RachelFrazier_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project presents a new Educator Disposition Assessment (EDA) for preprogram preservice teachers at Western Oregon University. The tool is designed to both assess and support student growth in professionalism and social-emotional learning (SEL). It focuses on four anchor competencies: building trusting relationships and collaboration; fostering self-reflection and a growth mindset; cultivating perseverance and self-regulation; and creating community while responding constructively across differences. These competencies are informed by research from CASEL, the Center for Reaching & Teaching the Whole Child, CAEP, and others. Grounded in Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal Development, the rubric includes clear behavioral indicators aligned with students’ developmental readiness. It replaces the one-size-fits-all assessment previously used with early-stage students. The project also includes faculty training and a clear implementation plan. The EDA promotes scaffolded, equitable support and helps prepare preservice teachers to meet the social, emotional, and professional demands of the teaching profession. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Teacher professionalism | Social emotional competencies in teachers | Teacher dispositions Kenneth Carano | Mandy Olsen | Micah Walker Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14664 Literacy Through a Cultural Lens: Improving Hispanic Student Engagement and Achievement Neil Zimmerly 6/15/2025 Text NeilZimmerly_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Hispanic and Latino student academic achievement has been historically lower than other demographic groups for a few reasons, like familial economic situations, school funding, and curricula that do not support student learning. This project examines how using critical texts and research-based teaching strategies helps Hispanic and Latino students improve their literacy skills and enhance their connection to school materials. To accomplish this, a lesson was created from scratch that implemented texts that were more representative of student backgrounds and teaching strategies focused on student collaboration. Lessons that were created for this project were compared to instructional strategies that are supported by research studies, in addition to general student feedback. The results of this project confirm much of the research that has been done into this topic because the observed feedback from students affirmed that lessons designed with critical texts were more engaging than the alternative. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Science in Education: Literacy Education Critical | Literacy | Hispanic Kenneth Carano | Annie Delbridge | Marcus Wenzel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14663 Social Emotional Learning in a 6th-Grade Science Classroom Nathan Goodson 6/15/2025 Text NathanGoodson_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project investigated the impact of implementing Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies on student behavior and academic performance in a sixth-grade science classroom. Specifically, it examined how SEL instruction influenced students’ classroom participation, peer interactions, and academic performance. Findings indicated that SEL instruction contributed to increased student comfort in speaking before peers, enhanced positive social interactions, and a significant increase in class participation by the end of the unit. Additionally, there was a notably high level of academic performance throughout the unit. Implications include how teachers can integrate SEL to positively shape student learning and social dynamics in middle school science classrooms. CC-BY-NC (attribution, non-commercial) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Social and emotional learning | science teaching | middle school Amy Bowden | Lin Wu Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14662 Characterizing Effective Interpreting in STEM Natalie Kraft 6/15/2025 Text NatalieKraft_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Interpreting in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields
presents challenges, including technical and specialized jargon, dense concepts, and lexical
resources that are not standardized. Generalist-trained interpreters may not be well-equipped to take on work in STEM fields, which may result in deaf professionals and graduate students in STEM being impacted negatively by a shortage of qualified interpreters. In this qualitative study, I conduct surveys of deaf professionals and graduate students in STEM regarding their experiences with and preferences regarding interpreting services and the strategies they use to ensure effective communication in the classroom and workplace. I also survey interpreters working in STEM fields to ascertain their experiences and the strategies they use in interpreting STEM material. This study investigates connections between the answers of the two participant groups. My goal in this study is to contribute to the publicly available knowledge of the American Sign Language (ASL) STEM community and improve STEM interpreting practices by providing information to individual interpreters working in STEM, as well as interpreter trainers.
Keywords: STEM, interpreting, interpreting in STEM, deaf professionals, graduate
students Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies deaf professionals | graduate students Elisa Maroney | Colin Lualdi | Rian Gayle Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14661 Developing Students’ Critical Thinking Skills Using the Legal Method Miriam Gormley 6/15/2025 Text MiriamGormley_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This research project studied the impact of learning and practicing the analytic algorithm used by lawyers on students’ critical thinking skills. Lawyers evaluate legal problems using the IRAC analytic algorithm. IRAC stands for issue, rule, application, and conclusion. Students analyzed fact patterns and wrote a mock trial script to learn and practice using the IRAC algorithm. During this research project, the frequency with which students identified relevant evidence and used evidence-based reasoning correlated positively with their engagement in mock trial learning activities and assessments. As measured by pre- and post-multiple choice assessments of critical thinking skills, there was also a positive correlation between students receiving problem-based instruction on critical thinking and their understanding of principles of logic, causation, probability, and the sufficiency of evidence. As measured by pre- and post-self-assessments, modest shifts in students' attitudes toward considering alternative arguments and considering evidence that contradicted the students' claim was also noted. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) analytic thinking | analytic algorithm | problem-based Rachel Harrington | Marcus Wenzel | Miriam Gormley Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14660 Literacy Instruction with a Focus in Phonics: A Professional Development for Primary Teachers McKinzie Leatherman 6/15/2025 Text McKinzieLeatherman_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project is looking deeper into the possible need for explicit, systematic phonics instruction specifically in young children. The paper overlooks the research that ties together the Science of Reading, phonics instruction, and instructional best practices. The goal is to benefit teachers to know the best way to support their young students by learning how to decipher all the research behind the varying strategies on literacy and phonics instruction. This is a valuable topic due to the declining literacy proficiency and reading comprehension skills we see today. All can be experienced because of various views on the best strategies to teach literacy and what skills students are learning at what time. This can be confusing for educators who are just trying to find the best ways to support and provide their students with the best skills to help them succeed. In the research surrounding this topic, I found research behind phonics instruction, interventions, professional development, and best practices. Based on this research, I created a professional development for primary teachers in June 2025. My goal is to provide primary teachers with all the information I learned and give them resources to implement it in their own classroom. All of which is speaking to educators who want help seeing through all the research to find the best way to support their students and setting them up for success. Master of Science in Education Science of Reading | intervention | foundational skills Ken Carano | Ya-Fang Cheng | Gregory Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14659 The Love for Learning: Promoting Curiosity and Student Academic Ownership Through Interest-Driven Project-Based Learning Maxwell Copeland 6/15/2025 Text MaxwellCopeland_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project investigates the impact of interest-driven project-based
learning (PBL) on fostering student academic ownership and enhancing perceptions of learning. The study is grounded in constructivist theory, which emphasizes the active role of students in constructing their knowledge. The project focuses on a diverse group of 12th-grade students at Frederick High School, exploring how giving students autonomy to select topics that align with their interests influences their engagement and academic performance. Through a combination of surveys, interviews, observational data, and final project assessments, the research aims to determine how such learning approaches can cultivate a deeper sense of student agency and academic pride. Results indicate that students who participated in interest-driven PBL demonstrated significant improvements in their self-perception as learners, increased engagement during the learning process, and greater ownership over their academic work. This study highlights the potential of project-based learning to enhance educational experiences by aligning student interests with curriculum goals, thereby fostering intrinsic motivation and long-term academic growth. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Project-Based Learning | Student Self-Perception | Student Ownership Amy Bowden | Coley Lehman | Maxwell Copeland Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14658 Active Learning & Inquiry-Based Learning: The Means of Providing Holistic Education to Students Martin Thomas Hainz 6/15/2025 Text MartinHainz_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The goal of this action research project is to examine the impacts of active and inquiry-based learning has on student achievement. The pedogeological lens used in this project was Engaged Pedagogy from bell hooks in order to meet students holistic needs. Furthermore the academic setting for data collection for this project was in a High School Social Studies Civics classroom with 12th graders. In short, active and inquiry-based learning impacted student achievement by improving students Civics content knowledge, improving their literacy skills, and increasing student engagement. Therefore, even having one unit that is focused on inquiry and active learning, it can greatly improve student's cognitive development and interest to the course material. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Active-Learning | Inquiry-Based | Social Studies Rachel Harrington | Ken Carano Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14657 Windows to The World: Celebrating Diversity, Building Belonging María Bañuelos Juárez 6/15/2025 Text MariaBanuelosJuarez_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This capstone project addresses the lack of cultural representation in schools and aims to increase it in a meaningful and sustainable way. The project specifically seeks to increase students’ sense of belonging, create inclusive and welcoming environments, and build meaningful family and community partnerships aligned directly with the school and district’s mission and vision.
The project occurred at an elementary school in Salem, Oregon, and featured monthly cultural bulletin board displays highlighting and celebrating the achievements and contributions of people from underrepresented communities. The cultural displays were intentionally designed to elevate the voices of historically marginalized people and to challenge common stereotypes.
This project developed over the course of the school year, focusing on a different heritage every month, including Hispanic Heritage, Native American Heritage, and Black History, among others, and concluding in a school-wide multicultural family celebration. The family celebration invited students, families, and community members to share their cultural backgrounds through table displays and performances.
The project’s outcomes support the idea that intentional cultural representation in schools positively impacts school climate by creating environments that celebrate and value diversity and help minority students feel seen, respected, and connected. Master of Science in Education Alicia Wenzel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14656 The Effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Child Development, Behavior, Well-Being, and Risk for Delinquency Madison M Brown 6/15/2025 Text MadisonBrown_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The COVID-19 pandemic was unexpected and fast-moving, leaving schools, communities, and families ill-prepared to maintain ideal environments for developing children. School closures, stay-at-home orders, and quarantine left youth feeling isolated and feeling the strains of family conflict, academic struggles, physical inactivity, limited access to nutritional meals, disruptions in daily schedules, mental illness, and more. This study aimed to observe and discuss the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on child development, behavior, well-being, and the potential risk for delinquency. To collect data and studies surrounding this issue, there was a collection of secondary research through internet searching databases, including but not limited to, the National Library of Medicine, ScienceDirect, Springer Nature Link, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Each source was reviewed and then deconstructed to utilize the most relevant evidence. Findings show that children experienced an increase in mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety, an increase in experienced physical and emotional abuse, declines in academic performance, especially in math and science, limited access to proper nutrition and physical activity, leading to obesity, and accelerated brain maturation and cortical thinning due to chronic stress. The results call for awareness to address how youth are struggling and what changes must be made to get them back on the right path. Without these needed changes in their education, home life, mental health, and behavior, these children risk long-term adverse effects on their daily lives and potentially criminal habits.
Keywords: COVID-19, pandemic, childhood development, behavior, well-being, school-aged children, delinquency, youth Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14655 Fostering Engagement in the Classroom Through Creative and Motivational Activities Madeline Rose Lehrer 6/15/2025 Text MaddieLehrer_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An action research project that used data collected in a classroom setting to determine which activities and primary source lessons were the most engaging to students. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14654 Anxiety, Confidence, and a Little Bit of Mindfulness Lydia N. Lisetski 6/15/2025 Text LydiaLisetski_ARP_2025 eng | sgn-US Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In this action research project, I investigate the root cause of my anxiety during freelance
interpreting assignments. To explore this, I made audio recordings after each assignment, noting the setting details, demands that impacted my work, and reflecting on my emotional state and overall performance. These recordings were then transcribed and analyzed for common themes, revealing that when teaming with seasoned interpreters, working in unfamiliar environments, or in high-visibility settings, my anxiety heightened and affected my performance. Existing literature suggests that this anxiety may stem from factors like perceived low self-efficacy, imposter syndrome, or a lack of psychological safety. To address this, I examined the effectiveness of mindfulness practices, including breathing exercises, positive affirmations, journaling, and meditation, in reducing my anxiety and boosting self-confidence. I created a self-assessment to evaluate these practices after each freelance assignment, answering both open-and closed-ended questions about the setting, the mindfulness technique used, my anxiety level during the interpretation, and my confidence in my performance. The findings uncovered three key insights: journaling was most effective in reducing anxiety and improving confidence; my anxiety and confidence levels had a negative correlation; and environmental factors played a significant role in my emotional response during and after assignments. These results suggest that interpreter education should emphasize emotional readiness alongside technical skills, with greater support for confidence-building and coping strategies. Future research could benefit from longer data collection periods, more consistent testing environments, and broader participant samples to better assess the long-term impact of mindfulness and interpreting-related anxiety. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Anxiety | confidence | mindfulness Elisa Maroney | Erin Trine Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14653 Multicultural Curriculum for Youth in Correctional Settings Lucia Breeden 6/15/2025 Text LuciaBreeden_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This multicultural curriculum was created as a way to support the mission of the Office of Inclusion and Intercultural Relations within the Oregon Youth Authority. Their mission is to provide culturally competent services to Oregon youth, with this curriculum youth will be more knowledgeable and have a better understanding of their culture along with others'. Master of Science in Justice Studies Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14633 Teaching to Self-Edit Liz Johnston 6/15/2025 Text ElizabethLowe_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project sets out to solve the issue of reluctance to revise in students through pre-writing and in-class revising strategies. Through reading aloud and graphic organizers, students work is enhanced with direct instruction and opportunity. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Motivation | revising Edward Nichols Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14632 Transition Shock and Confidence Development in New ASL-English Interpreters: A Yearlong Action Research Project Lindsay Brady 6/15/2025 Text LindsayBrady_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Transition shock is a phenomenon that affects individuals as they acclimate to a new environment. In the case of American Sign Language-English interpreting students, some recent graduates experience symptoms of transition shock during the early stages of their careers. This might cause a decrease in the interpreters’ confidence as they navigate the aspects of the professional field for which their interpreter education program (IEP) did not fully prepare them. This action research project follows the early career journey of a new interpreter as she navigates fluctuations in confidence during the first year of her career. The data collected is intended to show whether experiencing transition shock impacted her confidence. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies transition shock | confidence | ASL-English interpreter Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14631 Pathways to Professional Interpreting: An Autoethnography of a Deaf-Parented Person of Color Lauren J. Jourdonnais 6/15/2025 Text LaurenJourdonnais_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Intersectional identities impact the way we as humans experience the world around us. Those who identify as people of color and are heritage signers of American Sign Language (ASL) face unique challenges when going through Interpreter Education Programs (IEPs). The purpose of this action research project is to elucidate how the author, a deaf-parented person of color, found success and completion in their becoming a professional ASL/English interpreter while involved in an IEP in ways that are related to cultural and linguistic aspects of their intersectional identity. The author hopes to contribute their experiences to a continuing conversation about inclusivity and belonging and provide perspectives from their education in an IEP. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies ASL | CODA | Intersectionality Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14630 A Book a Day: A Daily Read Aloud Curriculum Kyla Marshall 6/15/2025 Text KylaMarshall_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A Book a Day: A Daily Read Aloud Curriculum is a curriculum guide designed to provide educators with a structured, year-long plan for starting and implementing a daily read-aloud routine in their classrooms. This curriculum includes a video of the book being read aloud, links for where to purchase the book, vocabulary words and definitions, comprehension questions, and activities to extend student’s learning. My goal is that through these daily shared literacy experiences, students would build a love of reading, develop in their independent reading skills, and a strong classroom community would continue to grow. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Jaclyn Caires-Hurley | Marie LeJuene Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14629 Living Histories: A Community-Engaged, Culturally Sustaining Curriculum Model for Middle School Social Studies Kelleen Greene 6/15/2025 Text KelleenGreene_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Living Histories: A Community-Engaged, Culturally Sustaining Curriculum Model for Middle School Social Studies is a six-week curriculum designed to empower middle school students to explore underrepresented local histories through inquiry, service-learning, and digital storytelling. Drawing from culturally sustaining pedagogy (Paris & Alim, 2017), funds of knowledge (Moll et al., 1992), and place-based learning frameworks (Gruenewald & Smith, 2008), the curriculum centers student identity and community voice as integral to civic and historical understanding. Students engage in oral history interviews, community mapping, and public-facing presentations culminating in a digital “Living Histories Archive.” The project is aligned with Oregon Social Science Standards and includes differentiated supports for multilingual learners. The curriculum integrates academic rigor with participatory public scholarship, offering a replicable, equity-oriented model that advances inclusive civic education. This project also contributes to the professional growth of the author as a reflective curriculum designer and educational leader committed to justice-oriented pedagogy.
Keywords: culturally sustaining pedagogy, service-learning, social studies education, oral history, civic engagement, middle school curriculum, place-based education, multilingual learners. Master of Science in Education: ESOL local history | historical pluralism | community engagement Kenneth Carano | Dana Ulveland | Greg Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14628 A Framework for Becoming a Trauma-Informed Educator Grades K-5 Kathy Aimonetti 6/15/2025 Text KathyAimonetti_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en As an elementary school teacher in the Salem-Keizer school district, I have noticed an increasing need for educators to be properly trained on the topic of trauma and trauma-informed teaching practices to support students that have experienced trauma. The impacts of trauma directly affects a child’s cognitive development and their ability to regulate their emotions. This inability to regulate their emotions often manifests itself in the classroom as unsafe and disruptive behavior that impacts their ability to learn, as well as the learning of the other students in the classroom. In response to this growing need for trauma-informed teaching practices to be implemented in the classroom, I researched the most current and relevant literature on trauma-informed teaching practices. I used the extensive research I conducted to create a professional development training that could be used at my school, as well as other schools in my district. The professional development I created condensed the research into a clear and concise presentation, that was both informative and contained practical strategies that could be implemented in the classroom to support students that have experienced trauma. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14627 Questions, Discussions and the Path to Deeper Thinking Joshua DiStefano 6/15/2025 Text JoshuaDiStefano_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en My Action Research Project researches ways to get high school band students to participate in class discussions. I employ a variety of questions, types of answers, and scaffolds to find what is most effective. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) music student conversations | Sharing ideas in High School Band | proper scaffolding encourages speaking Marcus Wenzel | David Sommers Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14626 The Effect of COVID-19 on Juvenile Delinquency Jordan Denbo 6/15/2025 Text JordanDenbo_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted nearly every aspect of daily life, creating widespread social, economic, and public health challenges. While all age groups were affected, adolescents faced particularly severe disruptions. Less attention, however, has been given to how the pandemic impacted system-involved youth and the juvenile justice system. Prior to COVID-19, juvenile delinquency rates had been steadily declining, but emerging evidence suggests that pandemic-related stressors may have altered these trends. This study investigates how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced juvenile delinquency rates in the United States and analyzes the role of socioeconomic, psychological, social, and environmental factors, particularly in states with stricter lockdown measures. Research was conducted through a comprehensive review and analysis of national and state-level reports, peer-reviewed studies, and government datasets spanning pre-pandemic to immediate post-pandemic periods. Findings indicate that juvenile delinquency rates initially declined during peak lockdowns due to reduced social interaction and increased home supervision. However, as restrictions eased, offenses related to economic hardship and mental health crises showed localized increases, especially in disadvantaged communities. This research highlights the evolving nature of juvenile delinquency during a global crisis. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Terry Gingerich Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14625 Designing for All: How Universal Design for Learning and Bilingual Supports Promote Engagement in High School Physical Education Johnny Martinez-Isaac 6/15/2025 Text JohnnyMartinezIsaac_ARP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explored how using Spanish instruction alongside English in a high school physical education setting impacts participation and engagement for Spanish-speaking English Language Learners (ELLs). Rooted in the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, the study aimed to create a more inclusive learning environment that supports language access and builds community through Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT). Data was collected over two weeks using a student survey, informal interviews, teacher observations, and lesson reflections. A key focus was comparing student engagement before and after introducing bilingual instructions. The study used qualitative and quantitative methods to identify patterns and student responses related to comfort, participation, and understanding. Results showed a noticeable increase in participation, particularly among Spanish-speaking students, who became more involved in activities and more comfortable communicating with the teacher. Students reported hearing Spanish during lessons made them feel more connected and confident, even if they weren’t fluent speakers. Bilingual instruction helps set a consistent structure that benefited the entire class. The findings highlighted the value of language, inclusive teaching, and physical education, and the potential of UDL to create spaces where all students feel like they belong. While results may vary in classrooms where the teacher does not speak Spanish, this research supports the continued push towards inclusive, student-centered teaching practices in diverse schools. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) universal design for learning | bilingual | physical education Amy Bowden | Gay Timken Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14624 Inequities in Funding and its Impact on College & Career Readiness for Rural Students in Iowa Jill Whisler 6/15/2025 Text JillWhisler_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The Iowa Department of Education defines that upon graduation, their students are college and career ready if they have successfully achieved proficiency in essential content knowledge, acquired practical transition skills, developed key learning skills and cognitive strategies, and built a strong foundation of self-understanding and engagement strategies. Given this, school districts have the responsibility to implement college and career readiness programming to assure their graduates’ success in post-secondary endeavors. This study serves as an investigation in the realities of college and career readiness in the state of Iowa and examines if there is an inequity of programming in this area for high school students in rural communities compared to their urban counterparts. To examine programming, the framework presented by Conley’s Model of College and Career Readiness was utilized to create three variables to measure levels of college and career readiness: school counselor-student ratio, the implementation of work-based learning, and access to rigorous curriculum. Twenty school districts in Iowa were randomly selected to study: ten of rural geographic location and ten of urban. Findings indicate urban schools outperforming rural schools in work-based learning implementation and providing additional support services to students for college and career efforts. However, discussion of this topic encourages research to better understand how rural identity and culture impact students’ decisions in rural settings. Findings call for state legislatures to establish equitable funding policies to support college and career efforts and for school districts to advocate for local tax levies to do the same. Master of Science in Justice Studies Rural Iowa | College & Career Readiness Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14623 Empowering Educators: Tools to Support Executive Functioning for Students with ADHD Jenifer Henry 6/15/2025 Text JeniferHenry_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en (This is in the final paper as well) This professional project equips K–12 educators with evidence-based strategies to support the academic and personal success of students with ADHD. Delivered through a one-hour professional development session, it includes a Google Slides presentation, a printed note-taking document, and a curated resource guide featuring information on ADHD, neurodivergence, executive functioning, and movement breaks. By addressing key executive functions—planning, time management, goal setting, organization, and cognitive flexibility—the project fosters student growth and inclusive, student-centered learning. It also reflects my development as an instructional leader committed to equity, collaboration, and innovation in supporting educators and creating environments where all learners can thrive. Master of Science in Education: Reading Neurodiversity | literacy | ADHD support Marcus Wenzel | Randall (Dana) Ulveland Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14622 Effects of Social Cognitive Theory on Student Motivation in a Secondary Level Art Classroom Jeneba Diane King 6/15/2025 Text JenebaDianeKing_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study examines the effects of a social cognitive approach to teaching on motivation in a high school art classroom, with the intent of increasing student motivation in class activities to increase genuine interaction with art on the whole. Student reactions in three periods of Drawing 2 were examined using their work responses, personal observations, co-teacher observations, and lesson plan analysis. All data was analyzed through coding using Social Cognitive Theory as the guiding theory. Results show that student motivation increased significantly with increased student choice, relaxed deadlines, and both positive and negative reinforcement strategies. Results are limited due to duration of the study and quantity of participants, but they imply that a Social Cognitive approach is helpful for engaging more students in a classroom in a genuine way. Future studies could examine this approach in different subjects or with a larger range of art class subjects. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Amy Bowden | Maren Anderson Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14621 The Effectiveness of Restorative Justice: A Juvenile Approach Jeffrey R. Hanson 6/15/2025 Text JeffHanson_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This research project investigated the effectiveness of implementing Restorative Justice (RJ) practices within juvenile justice systems, focusing on reducing recidivism and enhancing rehabilitation. Given the high juvenile recidivism rates and the limitations of traditional punitive measures, the study explored whether RJ could provide a more effective approach. Utilizing a comprehensive literature review of 157 secondary sources, including studies, reviews, and grey literature, the research analyzed existing data on RJ implementation, particularly in international juvenile justice systems. Key findings indicate that RJ programs demonstrate a modest but significant effect in reducing recidivism among juvenile offenders, with greater effectiveness observed when core RJ principles are closely followed and victims are actively involved. The study also highlights positive non-delinquency outcomes, such as increased satisfaction and perceptions of fairness among offenders, victims, and community members. However, successful implementation faces significant challenges, including inadequate facilitator training, systemic resistance from traditional justice institutions, resource limitations, and concerns regarding victims' needs and safety. In conclusion, the research supports RJ as a promising alternative for improving rehabilitation and reducing re-offending but emphasizes that realizing its full potential requires addressing these implementation barriers through targeted interventions and a commitment to core principles, stakeholder involvement, and ongoing evaluation. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Juvenile | Restorative | Justice Omar Melchor-Ayala Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14620 Acting Out Strength: The Intersection of ACEs, Theater, and Student Resilience Jayne Welch 6/15/2025 Text JayneWelch_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Research Question: How does theater help students with high ACE scores improve motivation, work ethic, and confidence?
This study will provide valuable insights into the role of theater education in fostering students with high adversity resilience and personal growth. The findings will help refine teaching strategies and create a more understanding and supportive learning environment for all. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Theatre | Trauma informed teaching | ACE Scores Rachel Harrington | Jorie Jones Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14619 Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mental Health Interventions in Juvenile Facilities in the United States Jadielynn Evans 6/15/2025 Text JadielynnEvans_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This research explores the effectiveness of mental health interventions in reducing juvenile delinquency and recidivism in the United States. Many juvenile offenders struggle with psychological, emotional, or behavioral disorders, making mental health treatment a crucial element in justice reform. Through a review of peer-reviewed studies and evaluations, the research highlights evidence-based programs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Functional Family Therapy (FFT), Multisystemic Therapy (MST), and Substance Abuse Therapy (SAT). Among these, CBT emerges as the most effective in addressing cognitive distortions and reducing reoffending. Key factors in successful programs include individualized treatment, family and community involvement, and mandatory mental health screenings. The findings offer valuable guidance for improving juvenile justice policies and outcomes for youth with mental health needs. Master of Science in Justice Studies juvenile justice | mental health interventions | juvenile recidivism Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14618 Designing an AgSTEM Club for Afterschool Learning Jacob Brasuell 6/15/2025 Text JacobBrasuell_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project explores the design, implementation, and impact of an AgSTEM (Agriculture, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Club at Waldo Middle School in Salem, Oregon, a Title I school serving a diverse, high-need student population. Recognizing the lack of structured after-school opportunities for students not involved in athletics or other extracurriculars, this project aimed to provide a hands-on, engaging learning environment rooted in real-world agricultural challenges and STEM applications. Grounded in the principles of project-based learning, computational thinking, and culturally responsive teaching, the 10-week program introduced students to topics such as soil science, irrigation systems, environmental monitoring, and agricultural technology. The project aligns with MSED learning outcomes, including interdisciplinary curriculum design, equity-focused instruction, and the integration of academic standards such as NGSS and ISTE. Literature supporting this initiative highlighted the importance of early STEM exposure, workforce readiness, and student-centered learning. Outcomes included increased student engagement, collaboration, and interest in STEM-related careers. This professional project contributes to the growing body of work advocating for innovative, inclusive, and future-focused educational models particularly those that connect local industry, sustainability, and underrepresented student populations through after-school programming. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Science in Education: STEM Education Kenneth Carano | Randall Ulveland | Jaclyn Caires-Hurley Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14617 Pushing Toward Fearlessness: A Freewriting Project with Sophomore English Hilda Kleiman 6/15/2025 Text AliciaKleiman_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Over approximately three weeks, a class of sophomore English Language Arts students engaged in a daily freewriting practice. They began and concluded the three weeks of freewriting with a semantic pulse survey that measured the attitudes of the students toward their writing. Three themes emerged from the project: a consistent choice of words about writing, a consistent quality and quantity of writing that was produced during the freewriting, and some untapped potential between the freewriting and the students' final more formal written work. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Peter Elbow | writing process | creative process Marcus Wenzel | Melanie Landon-Hays Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14616 How Current Events Impact Social Justice Understanding Helen Leon 6/15/2025 Text HelenLeon_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project addresses how written and spoken discourse among students about current events impacts their perceptions and understanding of social justice concepts. Through my research, I found that by having students discuss current events and reflect on their learning process through writing, students are able to make connections to their own lives and better understand class concepts in a modern context, be more aware of inequalities among people, and expand their understanding of what social justice is and what role it plays in their lives. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Multicultural education | discourse Rachel Harrington | Brianne Dutton Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14615 Folk Song and Dance Night: A Community Musical Event Haley Boyer 6/15/2025 Text HaleyBoyer_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Objective: Traditionally, instances of community music have been removed from more institutionalized traditional music education. The purpose of this study was to determine whether participation in a culturally responsive community music event raised participants’ feelings of interconnectedness, as well as opinions of traditional music education.
Methods: This study analyzed 6 classes that took part in a culturally responsive community musical event. After gathering ethnic and cultural data on my students, they participated in a unit where students learned folk songs and dances from various cultures found within the student body. Students were taught these songs and dances during general music class, and the unit was closed with an event where families and students learned, danced, and sang all together. Before and after this unit and event, student surveys were conducted where students shared their feelings of connectedness within their community, and opinions on their general music class.
Results: While class data varied significantly, overall students felt more connected with their community after participation in this unit and event, and students found their music class more fun, interesting, useful, and relevant. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) culturally-responsive community music Anisa Rodriguez-Foroughi Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14594 Incorporating Culturally Relevant Pedagogy into the Classroom Hailey Thompson 6/15/2025 Text HaileyThompson_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The purpose of this study was to explore how incorporating culturally relevant pedagogy (CRP) into a high school English classroom would help students' interest and engagement in learning, especially for Students of Color. The research sought to address the following two questions: “How will incorporating culturally relevant practices into the classroom affect the learning of Students of Color?” and “How does relating the learning material to students’ lives improve their interest in the material?” The research was conducted over a two-week unit where the class was reading the novel Treasure Island. Since Treasure Island is not a very diverse text, I incorporated activities that had the students reflect on their own experiences and culture and research about pirates who were People of Color. The data I collected included written observations of the students’ body language, discussions with peers and the whole class, their written work, and a survey which asked students about how CRP affects their learning. Through these activities I noticed an increase in the students’ engagement, academic performance, and comfort in sharing. Overall, the study suggests that incorporating culturally relevant pedagogy in the classroom, will create a more engaging learning environment and help the students connect to the material. A few limitations to this study were the small class size, short time frame, and the lack of diversity in the novel. Despite these limitations, the study still showed how beneficial CRP is in the classroom setting. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) diversity | culture | interest Amy Bowden | Melanie Landon-Hays Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14593 Advancing Equitable Literacy Assessment for Multilingual Learners in the Dual Language Program in Salem-Keizer Public Schools Guillermina Romo 6/15/2025 Text GuillerminaRomo_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This capstone professional project examines the implementation of equitable literacy assessments for third-grade multilingual learners in Dual Language (DL) programs in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Guided by the research question—how can bilingual assessments improve literacy evaluation and instruction for Spanish-English bilingual students?—the project involved DL teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, and families. The intervention replaced the limited easyCBM tool with the Renaissance Star assessments in Spanish and English to better align assessments with students’ instructional languages. Professional development has been delivered to train educators on data interpretation, instructional planning, and family communication. The mixed-methods data analysis, which included Renaissance Record Book results, student growth comparisons, teacher surveys, and family feedback, revealed several key findings. These findings showed improved instructional decision-making and increased family engagement through bilingual Student Assessment Reports (SARs). However, challenges persisted in teacher data literacy and family access to digital tools. The findings suggest that culturally and linguistically responsive assessments can advance instructional equity, paired with targeted professional learning and family engagement strategies. The project concludes that assessment systems must affirm multilingual learners’ full linguistic capabilities to yield accurate, actionable data. Future work includes expanding district-wide assessments, refining SAR tools, creating small-group instructional guides, and improving digital access. Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies biliteracy assessments | dual language Alicia Wenzel | Steve Nelson | Curtis Bartley Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14592 Culturally Responsive Teaching Guadalupe Lagunas Garcia 6/15/2025 Text LupeLagunasGarcia_PP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en My thesis is an Action Research Project based on Culturally Responsive Teaching and its affects on classroom management. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) CRT | Culturally Responsive Teaching | Classroom Management Rachel Harrington | Marcia Canh-Corona Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14591 Feedback With Purpose: How Responsive Teaching Builds Trusting Relationships and Academic Confidence Grace M. Neville 6/15/2025 Text GraceNeville_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project investigates how culturally responsive instruction, framed by Banks’ (2019) Multicultural Education Theory, influences student engagement and student-teacher relationships in a 7th-grade language arts classroom. The study explores how inclusive, reflective practices support equitable instruction and increase student participation. Using Sagor’s (2000) qualitative action research model, data was collected through teacher journals, student assessments, observations, and mentor feedback. Thematic analysis revealed three core findings: (1) cultural collaboration enhances engagement, (2) instructional responsiveness and positive feedback support inclusion and content connection, and (3) supportive practices build psychological safety and academic valor. Incorporating student identities and lived experiences through scaffolded instruction and structured discussions increased motivation, confidence, and academic risk-taking. Purposeful feedback paired with social-emotional learning created a space where students felt seen and valued. While limited by time and scope, the study highlights the benefits of culturally responsive teaching in creating inclusive, student-centered classrooms that promote equity and engagement. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Feedback | Scaffolding | Relationship Mark Girod | Grace Neville Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14590 Creating Community and Critical Consciousness Using Culturally Responsive Practices in a High School English Classroom Forrest Leisner 6/15/2025 Text ForrestLeisner_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Drawing from Culturally Relevant Pedagogy as developed by Gloria Ladson-Billings (1995), Dewey’s philosophy of Democratic Education (1916), Paulo Freire’s Critical Pedagogy (2018), the Oregon Department of Education’s Transformative SEL Standards (2023), and a commitment to trauma-informed education as outlined by Paul Gorski, this ARP explores ways to promote critical consciousness by creating and maintaining environments that are earth-conscious, human-conscious, inclusive, purposeful, trauma-informed, and equitable for all students.
The research questions guiding this project are:
What strategies can I use to ensure my teaching is culturally relevant, purposeful, and reflective of students' diverse identities, experiences, and needs, including those of LGBTQIA+ students?
In what ways can I integrate principles of democratic education and critical pedagogy to foster inclusivity, social justice, critical consciousness, and a strong sense of community among all students? Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Critical Consciousness | Culturally Relevant Pedagogy Christine Easterly | Marcus Wenzel Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14589 Enhancing Phonemic Awareness in Elementary Special Education Faith Drill 6/15/2025 Text FaithDrill_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project details a two-week phonemic awareness curriculum designed to
enhance foundational reading skills in elementary special education settings. Developed by an elementary special education resource teacher, the curriculum addresses the prevalent struggles with phonemic awareness observed in students with reading goals on Individualized Education Plans. Grounded in research emphasizing explicit, systematic instruction and engaging activities, the curriculum progresses from basic skills like rhyme recognition to complex concepts such as sound manipulation. The goal is to equip educators with essential tools to help their students become confident, independent, and successful readers. Master of Science in Education Phonemic Awareness | Special Education Kenneth Carano | Julia Bradley | Jessica Augsburger Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14588 Differentiated Teaching Methods in the Band Room Eric Wallace 6/15/2025 Text EricWallace_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Most modern band directors teach beginning band using beginning band method books, which have been shown to be insufficient for teaching the musical fundamentals. They can create knowledge gaps between students, particularly in regards to notation and rhythm reading, and can harm programs with only a single high school band. This project sought to understand the impact of differentiated teaching methods aimed at improving knowledge of reading notation and rhythms, and how they would affect the students’ sight reading and self-perceived readiness to sight read. The 43 students in Woodburn High School’s Concert Band were given progressively more challenging assignments-focused on note naming, rhythm counting, and various other fundamentals-over the course of six rehearsal periods. The assignments were tailored to students based on a diagnostic assessment. Results found that daily assignments improved the speed and accuracy of note naming. They also improved the accuracy of rhythm counting, but highlighted the band’s weakness for counting sixteenth note rhythms. Findings on sight reading and perceived readiness for sight reading were inconclusive. This author concludes that daily note naming and rhythm counting assignments have a positive impact on a band’s ability to read and understand notation. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Differentiation | Band | Fundamentals Marcus Wenzel | Carlos Velez Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14587 Empowering Civic Agency: A Social Justice Approach in a U.S. Social Studies Classroom Emily M. Miller 6/15/2025 Text EmilyMiller_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This research project is focused on fostering civic agency in social studies education, with an emphasis on engaging students with diverse perspectives and encouraging activism and advocacy. Moreover, the study aims to explore how culturally responsive teaching can enhance students’ understanding of and participation in civic engagement. This project is positioned around the idea that education should foster holistic development rather than just preparing students for the future. In this study, I examined how, through delivering high-quality education in an inclusive, student-centered classroom, students can take agency in their education and develop empathy for diverse perspectives. Further, the project aimed to understand how by encouraging dialogue that fosters greater awareness and understanding of how our lives are connected to others’ lives and the environment, students can engage with beliefs and opinions that differ from their own and broaden their understanding of our complex and interconnected world. By preparing students for being good neighbors and helping shape responsible and respectful persons, the project sought to empower students to engage critically with the world around them. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) culturally responsive teaching | multicultural education | diverse perspectives Rachel Harrington | Ken Carno Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14586 Examining the Impact of the Teaching Games Model on Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity in Physical Education Emilie Means 6/15/2025 Text EmilieMeans_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project investigates the impact of the Tactical Games Model (TGM), a structured application of the Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) approach, on student participation in middle school physical education. Grounded in Self-Determination Theory (SDT), the study explores how the model supports students’ psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness to enhance motivation and engagement. Conducted in a sixth-grade physical education class, data were collected through MVPA (Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity) tracking, student exit tickets, reflective teaching journals, and mentor observations. The findings reveal three central themes: increased overall participation, greater enjoyment and motivation, and improved tactical understanding. Results showed significant improvements in MVPA levels and student engagement, with a notable shift in classroom culture toward inclusivity and student-led learning. Students demonstrated enhanced decision-making skills, peer collaboration, and leadership in gameplay. These outcomes align with existing TGfU research and affirm the model’s value in promoting equitable, student-centered learning environments. The study underscores the importance of integrating pedagogical theory with practical strategies to create meaningful and lasting change in physical education. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Physical Education | Participation | Teaching Games for Understanding Amy Bowden | Gay Timken Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14585 Keeping the (heart)Beat: Music Therapy in the General Music Classroom Elizabeth Lovell 6/15/2025 Text ElizabethLovell_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project investigates the effectiveness of integrating music therapy techniques into the elementary general music classroom as a response to the prevalence of trauma among students. The study explores how music therapy aligned activities impact student emotions, classroom environments, and student regulation. The study is grounded in the pedagogical theories of E. Thayer Gaston and trauma-informed education. Teaching journals, student self-assessments, behavioral observations, and informal feedback were assessed using qualitative research methods. Three main themes emerged: improvising together to improve relationships, creating and sharing to improve confidence and personal agency, deep listening for environmental and self-regulation. The research suggests that embedding music therapy principles into general music curriculum can create a more inclusive, expressive, and healing educational environment. This study advocates for the intentional integration of music therapy with music education.
Keywords: music therapy, elementary music education, trauma-informed teaching, student relationships, student agency, environmental regulation Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) music therapy | elementary music education | trauma-informed teaching Amy Bowden | Melanie Landon-Hayes Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14584 Trauma-Sensitive Learning and Teaching Elizabeth Egesdahl 6/15/2025 Text ElizabethAnnEgesdahl_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Abstract
This professional project examines the implementation of trauma-sensitive and trauma-informed strategies while maintaining high academic and behavioral standards in elementary education. Research demonstrates that early childhood exposure to trauma—including abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and abandonment—during the first five years of life fundamentally alters brain structure and development. While acknowledging the neurological impact of childhood trauma, this project emphasizes potential interventions and positive outcomes through educational approaches. The study culminates in a comprehensive professional development training program designed for K-5 educators, providing evidence-based strategies for creating safe and predictable learning environments, building positive student relationships, and implementing effective classroom management techniques. The training includes practical tools for teaching traumatized students, de-escalation strategies for challenging situations, and methods for fostering student resilience within the academic setting. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction ACEs | Teacher Efficacy | Co-regulation Sarah Whitfield | Sherry Watkins Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14583 The creation of a school wide event that addresses the Three Pillars of the Dual Language. Elim Manuel Licea Correa 6/15/2025 Text ElimLicea_PP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The Dual Language Program is designed to serve not only English Language Learners (ELLs) but also students aspiring to achieve bilingualism and biliteracy, thereby enriching their cultural backgrounds. To accomplish this goal, it is imperative to learn, understand, and effectively apply the three foundational pillars of the Dual Language Program. This initiative proposes the organization of an event that ensures alignment of these pillars in its planning and design, thereby providing students with meaningful activities that facilitate their engagement with the core tenets of the program.
This project critically examines and highlights the significance of each pillar and explores their practical application within the classroom setting. The strategic selection of bilingual texts is essential in promoting bilingualism, literacy, and respect for students’ first languages, while also fostering translanguaging practices. Moreover, it is vital to be intentional in selecting educational materials that enhance access to high levels of academic achievement and recognize the multicultural backgrounds of each student.
Ultimately, the creation of this event serves as a demonstration of how the alignment of the three pillars within a cohesive framework can lead to meaningful learning experiences for students, thereby establishing a lasting legacy at Grant Community School. Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Dual Language Pillars | Event | Bilingual. Ken Carano | Jessica Dougherty | Greg Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14582 Late Linguistic Learners Becoming American Sign Language Interpreters: Challenges and Effective Strategies for Success Dierdra Marie Girardeau 6/15/2025 Text DierdraGirardeau_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This Action Research Report explores the challenges faced by Late Linguistic
Learners (LLL) becoming American Sign Language (ASL)-English interpreters and
proposes strategies for overcoming these obstacles. Through a review of existing
literature and analysis of a qualitative survey including the researcher’s personal
reflections, this study identifies key barriers such as LLLs (individuals who begin
learning ASL and interpreting skills in adulthood) often encountering unique difficulties
including changes in cognitive ability causing slower acquisition rates, physical and
emotional hurdles, and training programs not set up to help with their needs. The report
also highlights effective strategies to address these challenges, including the
implementation of intensive language immersion programs, specialized mentorship
support systems, and targeted professional development training. By leveraging these
strategies, LLLs may improve their interpreting skills, enhance their confidence, where
they can contribute effectively to the field. The findings suggest that with adequate
support and resources, LLLs can be a significant benefit within the ASL interpreting
profession.
Keywords: American Sign Language, interpreter, late learners, interpreter training, Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies American Sign Language | interpreter | late learners | interpreter training Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14581 Strategies to Improve Interpersonal Student Engagement in the Classroom David M. Fox 6/15/2025 Text DavidFox_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en My action research project focused on the question of student engagement in the classroom. The motivation for my topic was a concern that learning is inhibited when students are uncomfortable communicating with one another and the teacher during class time. My ARP explores various strategies, methods, and routines that foster an environment that is encouraging and supportive, and is a brave space for personal expression and learning. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Engagement | Interaction Rachel Harrington | Kenneth Carano Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14580 Inmate Classification and Its Influence on Safety and Well-Being in U.S. Corrections Daniel McGee 6/15/2025 Text DanielMcGee_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Inmate classification systems serve as fundamental tools within U.S. correctional institutions, aiming to balance institutional safety with inmate well-being. Prior research highlights the pivotal role these systems play in determining housing placements, access to rehabilitative programs, and overall correctional outcomes. However, classification methods vary widely across jurisdictions, and challenges such as systemic bias, inconsistent implementation, and limited rehabilitative access persist.
This study investigates how different inmate classification systems influence safety and well-being within correctional settings. Drawing from a comprehensive literature review of peer-reviewed research, government reports, and policy analyses, the study analyzes the design, implementation, and outcomes of classification models used across U.S. facilities. The research focuses on evaluating the comparative effectiveness of static versus dynamic classification systems and considers how classification decisions impact both institutional operations and inmate rehabilitation.
Findings reveal that dynamic, data-informed classification models significantly reduce institutional violence and improve access to rehabilitative programming. Facilities that reassess inmate classifications based on behavior and engagement in programs report improved institutional stability and lower recidivism rates. Conversely, systems that rely on static, punitive classifications are associated with increased tension, reduced program access, and higher rates of re-offending. The study also identifies systemic disparities, particularly affecting racial and socioeconomic minorities, who are more frequently assigned to high-security classifications and subsequently denied rehabilitative opportunities.
This research contributes to the growing body of scholarship advocating for equitable and evidence-based correctional practices. It showcases the importance of regular classification reassessment, staff training, and the integration of mental health and educational factors into classification protocols. By highlighting the limitations of traditional approaches and promoting dynamic, rehabilitative-focused frameworks, this study provides actionable insights for policymakers, correctional administrators, and practitioners seeking to reform institutional practices and improve correctional outcomes nationwide. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14579 K-1 Literacy Learners' Club Courtney K. King 6/15/2025 Text CourtneyKing_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The K-1 Literacy Learners' Club is a professional project designed to support early literacy development among kindergarten and first-grade students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds at Siuslaw Elementary School. Recognizing the critical importance of early reading skills as a foundation for academic success, this initiative provides targeted, engaging, and developmentally appropriate literacy interventions that address vocabulary, phonemic awareness, and comprehension. Through small-group instruction, interactive read-alouds, and hands-on literacy activities, the program seeks to close early achievement gaps and foster a love of reading in young learners who may otherwise lack access to enriching language experiences in a fun, club-style format.
Grounded in research on early childhood education and parental and home involvement in literacy instruction, the project also emphasizes parent and guardian engagement, particularly with the digital activity resource guide for parents and guardians to continue working with their students at home. By equipping students with foundational reading skills in a supportive and inclusive environment, the K-1 Literacy Learners' Club aims to promote long-term academic confidence and success, setting the stage for continued learning and literacy growth in the primary grades and beyond. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction literacy learners club | early childhood | language arts Max Perry | Gina Halpin Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14578 Understanding Reading Instruction: Supporting Teachers in Elementary School Reading Education Claire Halaka 6/15/2025 Text ClaireHalaka_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Despite reading being an essential part of education, many teachers aren’t given adequate training to best support their students’ learning. This professional project addresses the lack of teacher training around foundational reading instruction through the creation of a professional development. This professional development is designed to provide an overview of the research around reading instruction as well as strategies to support classroom implementation to help debunk reading misinformation. This project helps to bridge the gaps in student reading knowledge by supporting teachers in their classroom instruction. Master of Science in Education: Reading phonics | reading education | science of reading Kenneth Carano | Dana Ulveland | Annie Delbridge Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14577 Culturally Responsive Teaching in a Middle School Orchestra Classroom Cindy Flores 6/15/2025 Text CindyFlores_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The purpose of this action research project is to advocate for more culturally responsive teaching in music classrooms. The main research question guiding my project is: How does culturally responsive teaching empower students to develop musicianship through diverse musical perspectives? Findings suggest that students’ increased motivation to learn about diverse composers had a positive impact on their overall learning experience. By incorporating music that culturally reflects the students, this project calls for culturally responsive representation in music curriculum, decision-making, and a better learning experience for all students. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) culturally responsive music education | action research | student identities Lin Wi Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14576 The Impact of Classroom Design on Academic Performance and Well-Being Chelsey Arredondo Urquiza 6/15/2025 Text ChelseyArredondoUrquiza_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The professional project of The Impact of Classroom Design on Academic Performance and Well-Being, addresses the importance of classroom design an its impacts. It highlights how the design of the educational space affects three main categories: well-being, sense of belonging, and academic performance. There is also an emphasis on the three categories being correlated to one another. The sequence of this project is the introduction, literature review, project design, implementation, and reflection. Through this professional project, there is a clear indicator that classroom design when done thoughtfully, can help students flourish in the educational space. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Classroom design | mental health in the classroom | student well-being Keneth Carano | Randall Ulveland | Gregory Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14575 How Can I Interpret When No One is Watching? Catherine Maier 6/15/2025 Text CatherineMaier_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Research has shown that interpreters and interlocutors engage in collaborative efforts to coconstruct meaning in authentic and real-time interpreting scenarios. However, there is often an absence of a consumer during interpreted monologues from English to American Sign Language (ASL). This study employed a mixed-methods approach to analyze the behaviours and perceptions of ASL–English interpreters who interpreted samples first without and then with the presence of a recorded consumer. The results indicated increased eye-gaze fixation among interpreters during the second video presentation. While interpreters did not attempt direct eye contact with the consumer, their eye movements lingered longer in proximity to the consumer stimulus video than in the first video without a consumer. In subsequent interviews, interpreters said they preferred the presence of a consumer, as they relied on positive or negative backchanneling to inform their decision-making processes. Furthermore, experienced interpreters noted heightened motivation and deeper processing of the source material in the presence of a consumer. While additional research is warranted, it is recommended that any assessments of interpreters include the presence of a recorded consumer to foster a more authentic experience, thereby enhancing performance during evaluations. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Authentic assessment | pre-recorded consumer | backchanneling Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney | Marty Taylor Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14554 Culturally Relevant Pedagogy for Young Environmental Scientists Carson Pinkstaff Cosentino 6/15/2025 Text CarsonPinkstaff_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Enviornmental science unit that explores the use of CRP in a 9th grade classroom Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) 9th Grade | Interactive Notebook | Biology Lin Wu Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14553 Enhancing Math Engagement: A Framework for Transforming Mandated Curriculum into High-Cognitive Demand Tasks Through Real World Applications Caroline Porter 6/15/2025 Text CarolinePorter_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Student engagement and high cognitive demand are often lacking in secondary mathematics accessible curriculums and classrooms, which can hinder deep-understanding and critical thinking skills. The purpose of this project was to inform and illustrate to educators how to increase the level of demand of curriculum tasks. To do so, a research-based template was created as a guide to help teachers transform the level of demand of tasks and increase student engagement. Three example tasks drawn from classroom experience and a self-assessment flow chart are included to illustrate the use of the template. Each example task was analyzed using the Task Analysis Guide (Stein, et al., 2000) to ensure it met the criteria of a high-cognitive demand task. Strategies from authors such as Smith et al. (2017) and Leinwand et al. (2014) were instrumental in the development of tools that incorporated real-world applications, open-ended questions and student justification. To reach a wider audience, the developed tools will be shared through professional development presentations and published in math teacher journals. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Kenneth Carano | Rachel Harrington | Gregory Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14552 Creating an Accessible Spanish Learning Platform: Empowering Autonomous Learning and Bridging Language Gaps Carolina Janke Garcia 6/15/2025 Text CarolinaGarcia_PP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project explores the creation of a Spanish learning platform intended to facilitate self-directed learning in the classroom. Aimed at bridging language gaps and increasing exposure to Spanish inside and outside the classroom, the website was developed using the school’s existing curriculum as a foundation. By designing a set of interactive and child-friendly subsites and utilizing tools such as Canva, the project highlights the practical steps and challenges involved in building a user-centered educational resource. Concluding that it is achievable with thoughtful planning, sustained effort, and a strong focus on age-appropriate design.
Key Words: Dual language Education, Language learning, Spanish, Self-Directed, Autonomous, Website, Subsites, Teacher Created Material, Supplemental Material, Canva, Technology Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Technology | Supplemental material Kenneth Carano | Jessica Dougherty | Maria Dantas-Whitney Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14551 Differentiated Instruction on Verbal Student Engagement in a Mixed High School Sociology Class Cameron Nielsen 6/15/2025 Text CameronNielsen_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Student engagement in class is a pressing issue in schools that educators must consistently address. This is to ensure that students are obtaining the knowledge they need to become active citizens after they finish their schooling. To combat disengagement, this action research project studied the effects of differentiated instruction on student verbal engagement in a mixed high school sociology class. Data gathering methods were borrowed from Sagor (2000), using detailed clipboard notes during small group discussions and pre-set checklist marks during lecture periods. Verbal student engagement was monitored while each differentiated instructional method was being used to see what effect they had on student voice in the classroom. The data was sorted into three main themes: full-class discussion and lecture, small-group discussion and paired work, and independent work. For this class of 29 students, this research found that think-pair-share was the most effective strategy to engage students in conversations with each other and the teacher throughout all three themes. Culturally relevant teaching (CRT) had the second largest impact on student verbal engagement during full-class discussion and lecture, and had the largest impact during independent work. The results of this study support the established understanding that differentiated instruction can increase student engagement (Tomlinson, 2014) while offering the opportunity to compare the effectiveness of those differentiated instructions with one another. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Think-Pair-Share | Culture | Community Amy Bowden | Kenneth Carano | N/A Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14550 The Impact of Collaborative Learning and Game Elements on Student Engagement Caleb DeHart 6/15/2025 Text CalebDeHart_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The purpose of this action research project was to study the effects of collaborative activities and game elements on student engagement in a 10th grade biology classroom. Previous research analyzed during the initial literature review process points to these strategies having a positive correlation to student engagement. Results were gathered through a combination of student responses, lesson plans, and review of recorded lessons. On average, the addition of game elements to an exit ticket activity led to a 13% increase in student engagement and participation. Additionally, the application of collaborative learning activities led to greater student engagement as measured by more in-depth student responses. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Inquiry-Based Learning Rachel Harrington | Karen Spiegel Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14549 Encouraging Differentiation to Engage Students Cade O'Connor 6/15/2025 Text CadeOConnor_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project examined the implementation and outcomes of differentiated instruction in a secondary classroom setting. The study found that while differentiated instruction holds substantial theoretical value, novice educators often struggle with its practical application due to limited experience, insufficient training, and challenging classroom contexts. Despite these constraints, evidence from this study supports the potential of differentiation to positively impact student engagement and learning outcomes when aligned with student interests, needs, and assessment preferences. This research considered the findings from Scarparolo and Mackinnon (2022), emphasizing the value of student choice in fostering motivation and academic ownership. However, this study found mixed results. The majority demonstrated increased engagement and produced higher-quality work when afforded a choice in assessment methods. However, some students did not achieve targeted learning outcomes due to inconsistent application and classroom management challenges. These findings underscore the importance of ongoing professional development for educators in differentiated instruction and the necessity of cultivating a responsive, student-centered learning environment. CC-BY-NC (attribution, non-commercial) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) differentiation | choice | engagement Rachel Harrington | Zach Lazar Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14548 Inquiry Based Learning, Critical Thinking, and Civic Engagement In Eighth Grade Social Studies Brynnan Burns 6/15/2025 Text BrynnanBurns_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Working in my clinical teaching placement, I investigated how inquiry-based learning could help students increase their critical thinking and civic mindedness. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) constructivism | middle school | depth of response Rachel Harrington | Kathleen Hughes Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14547 Accuracy of the Transition Analysis 3 (TA3) Method for Age Estimation in the John A. Williams Human Skeletal Collection Blue I. Wonhof 6/15/2025 Text BlueWonhof_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study evaluates the accuracy and reliability of Transition Analysis 3 (TA3), a multifactorial forensic age estimation method, using 71 individuals from the John A. Williams Human Skeletal Collection at Western Carolina University. Individuals were selected based on known age-at-death and sufficient skeletal preservation to be scored for over 75% of the 121 morphological traits specified by TA3. Age estimations were generated using standardized procedures and analyzed in IBM SPSS to assess absolute error, intraobserver reliability, and the role of demographic and skeletal variables in estimation accuracy. Results revealed a mean absolute error (MAE) of 8.14 years, with 92.96% of individuals falling within the TA3-predicted age intervals. While intraobserver agreement was low overall (Cohen’s Kappa = 0.079), perfect agreement (Kappa = 1.0) was achieved when individuals were grouped by age category (young, middle, and old adult). No significant differences in error were observed by sex; however, younger individuals exhibited higher error rates (p = .002). Skeletal element-specific analyses revealed variation in reliability, with the trapezium yielding the lowest average error (5.93) and the scapula the highest (9.74). By region, the tibia, fibula, and calcaneus yielded the lowest MAE (7.34) and the humerus the highest (9.2). These findings bring to light both the limitations of TA3 in forensic age estimation, particularly in younger age groups, and the potential of certain skeletal regions. Master of Science in Justice Studies forensic antropology | age estimation | Transition Analysis Misty Weitzel | Jonathan Bethard | Jerielle Cartales Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14546 Expanding Coerver Coaching’s Impact on G.R.A.S.S.P. Students Avigain Hernandez Cruz 6/15/2025 Text AvigainHernandezCruz_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project provides G.R.A.S.S.P. (Grass Roots After School Soccer Program) students in the Salem-Keizer School District with access to Coerver Coaching’s summer soccer camps, regardless of financial constraints. G.R.A.S.S.P. serves students from Title 1 schools who often lack access to extracurricular activities. By securing donations from local businesses and community members, the camp cost is reduced from $195 to $45, making it affordable for more students. The project aims to support students' academic, social, and emotional development by providing an enriching summer experience that builds leadership, teamwork, and confidence. These qualities will benefit students both inside and outside the classroom. Additionally, the initiative seeks to establish a sustainable system for offering these opportunities annually, ensuring that underserved students have continued access to enrichment programs. Key actions include securing donations, coordinating with Coerver Coaching for camp details, and selecting students with G.R.A.S.S.P. staff. Feedback will be collected from students, parents, and staff to assess the impact on growth and engagement. Success will be measured by community involvement, the number of students served, and the program's effect on students' development. Ultimately, this project provides critical enrichment and aims to create a long-term program that ensures ongoing access to growth opportunities for students who face financial barriers. Master of Science in Education Soccer | Extra Curricular Activities | After School Alicia Wenzel | Steven Nelson | Kevin Plechl Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14545 How to Care Carefully: Self-Compassion as a Response to Burnout in the Interpreting Field Autumn Anderson 6/15/2025 Text AutumnAnderson_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary traumatic stress are known to be prevalent in the field of ASL-English interpreting. What is less clearly defined is if or how budding professionals are prepared for this reality, where seasoned interpreters gain their coping skills, and how similar fields are addressing this challenge successfully. Rooted in the Self-Compassion Theory developed by Dr. Kristin Neff, data was collected using Dr. Stamms’ Professional Quality of Life Survey (ProQOL), Dr. Neff’s Self-Compassion Scale - Short Form (SCS-SF), and Dr. Kandi Wiens’ Burnout Risk Assessment. The survey went out online for three weeks, gathering 74 responses. Only three participants (4.1%) said that their Interpreter Education Program (IEP) addressed self-compassion, compared to the 15 participants (20.3%) whose programs provided formal education on self-care. Ultimately, this work assesses if levels of self-compassion correlate with levels of burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary traumatic stress among American Sign Language (ASL)-English interpreters. Notably, those whose scores suggest high self compassion were 20% likely to have higher risk for burnout, compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and low job satisfaction. For those whose scores suggested low self-compassion, that risk jumped to 94.44%. The data gathered from this work contributes to the understanding of the role self-compassion, as defined by Dr. Kristin Neff, can play in mitigating the effects of burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary traumatic stress in the interpreting profession.
Keywords: self-compassion, ASL-English interpreting, burnout Master of Arts in Interpreter Studies ASL-English Interpreting | Burnout | Self-Compassion Sara Yurkovic | Erin Trine Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14544 The Role of Media in Shaping Public Opinion on Police and the Response of Law Enforcement Ashley Mendez 6/15/2025 Text AshleyMendez_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Historically, law enforcement has not always been seen positively, this is in part due to its origins in slave patrols, as well as how the media has portrayed them early on. As time progresses, the historical context remains significant as it continues to impact public perception, especially as new incidents involving minority communities arise, reinforcing mistrust and negative sentiment. Media portrayals have also played a part by casting police officers as villains or comedic figures. The narratives currently, with both traditional and social media, influence the public perception of law enforcement and policing practices. The purpose of this study is to understand how media can shape public perceptions of law enforcement. As well as looking at the dynamics it is causing between police and the communities they serve. This research will use secondary data to identify and analyze trends in police departments utilizing media, both mainstream news outlets and social media, to counter any prevailing narratives that may influence public perceptions. The finding’s indicated media has a significant negative impact on public perception of police, more so than positive, leading to calls for reform and even defunding of law enforcement stations. By analyzing these dynamics, this examination aims to provide insight into the evolving relationship between media portrayals and public sentiment toward law enforcement with the goal of fostering more informed discourse and public policy changes. As well as to promote accountability and transparency within the criminal justice system. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Media | police | public perception Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14543 A Coaching Approach to Skill Development in Novice Interpreters Ashley Marie Camp 6/15/2025 Text AshleyCamp_Thesis_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en For many American Sign Language (ASL)–English interpreters, the early stages of their careers are often marked by negative mentoring experiences. While traditional mentoring in the interpreting field has supported professional growth for many; it is frequently characterized by hierarchical dynamics and a narrow focus on the mentee’s performance, rather than a holistic understanding of the interpreter as a practitioner. This study explores coaching as an alternative or complementary approach to supporting novice interpreters. Through a review of relevant literature and semi-structured interviews with experienced interpreter coaches, the research examines how coaching is defined, applied, and perceived within the practice profession of interpreting. Findings suggest that a more comprehensive coaching approach may foster trusting relationships, support the development of both technical and interpersonal skills, and better serve the evolving needs of novice interpreters.
Keywords: coaching, coach, novice interpreter, mentoring, mentor, ASL interpreter education Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Emily Girardin | Sylvie Lemay Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14542 A Rough Sketch: Cultivating Motivation and Self-Efficacy in High School Art Students Ariel Rolfe 6/15/2025 Text ArielRolfe_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This paper investigates how self-reflection can impact self-efficacy and how student choice impacts participation through the lens of self-determination theory (Ford, 2019). The author explores how her own educational experience as an unmotivated student shaped her pedagogical approach to support students' beliefs in their capacity for intellectual growth as well as self-efficacy. Although the data collected from 56 students over a two week project resulted in more questions than answers, it also demonstrated an increase in self-efficacy overall that is worthy of investigating further. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) self-determination theory | social cognitive theory | art classroom Marcus Wenzel | Michele Haney Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14541 Teaching for Diversity in a Non-Diverse Classroom Andy Rommel 6/15/2025 Text AndyRommel_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The focus of my research is the fourth grade class of a small, rural school that operates in an isolated community with very little ethnic diversity. A danger that exists for student populations in communities with little diversity and low socioeconomic status is the development of toxic, racist cultures. I found myself in a position to help prevent this outcome by attempting to foster an inclusive classroom space where the ultimate goal is empathy and an interest in diversity among students. I am exploring whether making connections between diverse artists and their artwork and my students’ lives and interests result in an increase in student interest in diversity or an increase in empathy among students. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Diversity | Equity | Inclusion Marcus Wenzel | Kathleen Rice | NA Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14540 Each One, Teach One: A Case for Metalinguistic Interpreter Education Amanda Wheeler-Kay 6/15/2025 Text AmandaWheelerKay_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Many interpreter training programs focus on the information-sharing aspects of communication, prioritizing these over communication-related elements of interpreting. This action research project explores communicative elements of an interpreted encounter, metalinguistic capacities required for competent interpreting and facilitation of communication between speakers of different languages. Specifically, this project explores which metalinguistic TASKS (Talents, Attitude, Skills, Knowledge, Style) are important to teach interpreters and how to best teach these skills, regardless of the languages the interpreters are being trained to work between. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies metalinguistic communication | sign language interpreting | spoken language interpreting Sarah Sheldrick | Kara DeGiovanni Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14539 The Possible Impacts of Tattoo Removal Programs in Juvenile Correctional Facilities Amanda McMasters 6/15/2025 Text AmandaMcMasters_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The presence of anti-social tattoos, typically in reference to gang-affiliations, trafficking and criminal identities, can oftentimes hinder the rehabilitation and reintegration of incarcerated youth. Tattoo removal programs within juvenile correctional facilities offer an opportunity for juveniles to shed these labels and visible roadblocks to success. This study investigated the potential impacts of such programs, focusing on how removal of anti-social tattoos influences post-release outcomes, which includes self-perception and identity, recidivism rates and work opportunities. The findings from this research indicates that the presence of anti-social tattoos, especially in highly visible places like the face, neck or hands, negatively impact the juveniles who bare them socially and psychologically, through stigmatizations, stereotyping and discrimination. The findings also suggest that the removal of these anti-social tattoos is an extremely important piece of rehabilitation and reintegration, heavily influencing post-release outcomes. Due to the implications of this research, it is recommended that tattoo removal programs become an integral part of the juvenile justice system, implementing these programs in juvenile correctional facilities to assist in their efforts to rehabilitate their incarcerated youth. Master of Arts in Criminal Justice juvenile justice | reintegration | tattoo removal Omar Melchor-Ayala Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14538 Leveraging the Gap: Implementing Mandatory Supervised Practice Allison Rodgers-Griffin 6/15/2025 Text AllisonRodgersGriffin_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The work readiness gap in ASL–English interpreting has persisted for decades, leaving many novice interpreters unprepared for professional practice and national certification. Despite efforts by interpreter educators, professional organizations, and training programs to enhance educational standards and implement community-based learning, the transition from interpreter training programs (ITPs) to independent professional practice remains a significant challenge. This professional project examines the need for mandatory supervised practice postgraduation and as a prerequisite for the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf’s National Interpreter Performance Exam, drawing from structured training models in education, occupational therapy, and counseling. Grounded in the integrated developmental model (IDM) developed by Stoltenberg et al. (1987), this proposal explores how structured supervision can support interpreters in navigating the shift from student to professional. The historical evolution of interpreter education, the impact of legislative changes, and the absence of standardized supervision requirements are examined in comparison to other practice professions. An analysis of the effectiveness of structured supervision and postgraduate training highlights the need for a formalized induction period to better prepare interpreters for real-world challenges. Establishing nationally standardized supervision requirements would ensure that interpreters develop the necessary skills, ethical decision-making abilities, and professional judgment before certification. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies ASL–English interpreting | work readiness | supervision | practice profession Amanda Smith | Michael Hass | Chung-Fan Ni Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14537 A Study of Students’ Writing Self Efficacy: Making Language Arts Students More Confident Writers Alexandria Ilyse Chipman 6/15/2025 Text LexiChipman_ARP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study examined how to increase the self-efficacy, or belief in one's ability to overcome challenges, of 12th grade language arts students as writers. The project operated under the tenets of Social Cognitive Theory (Bandura, 1986). Specifically the research examined the impact of increasing students' mastery over their least confident writing skills on their overall writing self-efficacy, academic performance, and time management skills. To enact this research data was collected from students where they identified the writing skills/knowledge areas they had the least confidence in. Those areas were then retaught with instructional supports given such as: cognitive modeling, peer modeling, small group collaboration, individualized feedback, and supplemental supportive materials. The effect of these instructional supports and the focus on students’ self-efficacy beliefs included an overall increase in students academic performance, growth in students time management skills, and growth in certain areas of students’ writing self-efficacy. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Self-Efficacy | Social Cognitive Theory | Writing Confidence Marcus Wenzel | Marcus Wenzel | Janet Rust Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14536 School to Home Connections Through Literacy: Parent Literacy Night for Literacy Discussion Alan Mateo Linares 6/15/2025 Text AlanMateoLinares_PP_2025 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The goal of this MSED project is to create a Parent Literacy Night event to inform families at my school district of Woodburn of literacy practices they can use at home to support the literacy development of their students. In order to inform families at the Parent Literacy Night event I created a Bilingual Slideshow Presentation that highlights the importance of family involvement in literacy. Also, I created Literacy Stations for the Parent Literacy Night event in order to inform families of the literacy practices they can practice at home based on their student grade level. Additionally, each Literacy Station at the Parent Literacy Night event contained resources and materials I created for families that aligned to the literacy practice for that grade level. Last, this MSED project helped me grow as an educator and made me take a leadership role in my school as I developed a literacy event for the families in my district.
Key Words: Parent Literacy Night event, student literacy development, literacy practices, Bilingual Slideshow Presentation, Literacy Stations Master of Science in Education: STEM Education Literacy Development | Family Involvement | Bilingual Materials and Resources for Literacy Christopher Ramos | Ana Chuc-Garcia Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14535 Fostering Inclusion and Sense of Belonging through Unified PE and Library Agnes Seden 6/15/2025 Text AgnesSeden_PP_2025 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project focused on developing and implementing the Unified PE and Library programs at Hammond Elementary School in the Salem-Keizer Public School District. The goal was to promote equity, inclusion, and meaningful peer interactions between students with disabilities (DK- 2) and general education peers (grades 3- 5). According to the staff and student surveys, observations, and anecdotal feedback, students with disabilities demonstrated increased engagement, interest, and positive behavior while the general education partners developed confidence, patience, and empathy. Staff reported positive outcomes in student interaction, inclusive culture, and recommended continuing and expanding the unified programs at Hammond. The key accomplishments include fostering a sense of belonging, enhancing awareness of disabilities, and building a stronger school community. Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Unified PE | Unified Library | inclusive learning environment Alicia Wenzel | Steven Nelson | Corina Valencia- Cushman Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14531 dctype:Text The Political Complexities of Hunger: How Yemen’s Humanitarian Crisis Reflects a Larger Problem Manning, Audrey M. Yemen | humanitarian crises 2022-06-03 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 2025-06-24, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0 History Elizabeth M. Swedo | Patricia Goldsworthy-Bishop | David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14524 The Class of 1901 request the pleasure of your company at the Commencement Exercises of the [Oregon] State Normal School on Monday, February the fourth, at eight o'clock. Monmouth, Oregon. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1901. Program contains a list of class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1901 Text Commencement_1901 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14523 Eighteenth Annual Commencement. [Oregon] State Normal School. Wednesday, June 20th, 1900. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1900. Program includes a list of musical and oratory performances. Oregon State Normal School 1900 Text Commencement_1900 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14522 [OSNS] '99 Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1899. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class officers, and class representatives. Oregon State Normal School 1899 Text Commencement_1899 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14521 [OSNS] '98 Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1898. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1898 Text Commencement_1898 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14520 OSNS '97 Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1897. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1897 Text Commencement_1897 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14519 OSNS [1896] Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1896. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1896 Text Commencement_1896 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14498 O.S.N.S. '95 Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1895. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1895 Text Commencement_1895c This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14497 Advanced Class Programme. Tuesday Evening, June 18, 1895. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in June of 1895, with a list of musical and oratory performances. Oregon State Normal School 1894 Text Commencement_1895b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14496 Commercial Class, '95. O.S.N.S. Monmouth Oregon. Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1895. The invitation includes a list of scheduled speeches and musical performances, and a list of class officers and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1894 Text Commencement_1895a This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14495 The Class of '94 of the Oregon State Normal School Requests your presence at the exercises of the Ninth Annual Commencement, Drain, Oregon, Thurday, June 21, 1894. Program for the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Drain, Oregon, on June 21st, 1894. The invitation includes a list of scheduled speeches, essays, and musical performances, and a list of graduating students, and appears to be for a different commencement than the one held in Monmouth on June 17th through the 20th. Oregon State Normal School 1894 Text Commencement_1895 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14494 Twelfth Annual Commencement. Oregon State Normal School, Class of '94. Monmouth, Oregon. June 17-20, 1894. Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1894. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class officers, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1894 Text Commencement_1894 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14493 Eleventh Annual Commencement. Oregon State Normal School. Monmouth, Oregon. Wednesday, June 21, 1895. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1892. Program contains a list of music and speeches, and a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1893 Text Commencement_1893b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14492 OSNS [1893] Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1893. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events, class representatives, and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1893 Text Commencement_1893 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14491 Tenth Annual Commencement of the Oregon State Normal School, June 21st and 22nd, 1892. Monmouth, Oregon. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1892. Program contains a list of music. Oregon State Normal School 1892 Text Commencement_1892b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14490 O.S.N.S. 1892. Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1892. The invitation includes a list of scheduled events and graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1892 Text Commencement_1892 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14489 Class of '91 O.S.N.S. A red ribbon with gold trim created for commencement at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, for the graduating class of 1891. Oregon State Normal School 1891 Text Commencement_1891 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14488 Commencement Exercises of the State Normal School at Monmouth, Or. June 1891. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1891. Program contains list of graduating students and scheduled meetings. Oregon State Normal School 1891 Text Commencement_1891 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14487 Commencement Programme of the Class of '88 of the Oregon State Normal School, Monmouth, Oregon, Wednesday, June 13, 1888. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1888. Program contains list of music performed and speakers. Oregon State Normal School 1888 Text Commencement_1888b This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14486 Commencement Exercises of the Oregon State Normal School, at College Chapel, Monmouth, Oregon, Wednesday June 13, 1888. Invitation to attend the commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1888. Invitation includes a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1888 Text Commencement_1888 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14485 Commencement Exercises of the Class of 1887, Oregon State Normal School, Monmouth, Ogn. Commencement Day, June 15th, 1887. Program for commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1887. Program contains list of music performed and speakers. The last page contains handwritten notes for a speech. Oregon State Normal School 1887 Text Commencement_1887 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14484 Fourth Annual Commencement. Oregon State Normal School. Monmouth, Oregon, June 16, 1886. Commencement program for Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1886. Program contains a list of graduating students and an invitation with the time and date. Oregon State Normal School 1886 Text Commencement_1886 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14483 Commencement Exercises of the Class of 1885. Oregon State Normal School, Monmouth. Commencement Day, June 17th, 1885. Commencement program for Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1885. Program contains a list of songs and speakers, and a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1885 Text Commencement_1885 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14482 Christian College Thirteenth Annual Commencement. Oregon State Normal School First Annual Commencement. Monmouth, June 21, 1883. Program for the thirteenth commencement exercises at Christian College and the first commencement exercises at Oregon State Normal School in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1883. Note that 1879 program also claims to be the thirteenth for Christian College. The program contains list of music performed and speakers, and a list of graduating students. Oregon State Normal School 1883 Text Commencement_1883 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Oregon State Normal School | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14481 Programme of the Commencement Exercises of Christian College. Thirteenth Session, Monmouth, Wednesday, June 11th, 1879. Program for the thirteenth commencement exercises at Christian College in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1879. Program contains list of music performed and speakers. Christian College 1879 Text Commencement_1879 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Christian College | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14480 Programme. Commencement Exercises. June 12, 1878. Program for the twelfth commencement exercises at Christian College in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1878. Program contains list of music performed and speakers. Christian College 1878 Text Commencement_1878 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Christian College | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14479 Commencement Exercises of Christian College. 11th Session, June 13, 1877. Program for the eleventh commencement exercises at Christian College in Monmouth, Oregon, in June of 1877. Program contains list of music performed and speakers. Christian College 1877 Text Commencement_1877 This object is in the public domain in the United States, as determined by Western Oregon University Library on 5/27/2025, and as such, may be freely used without restriction. | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Commencement | Christian College | Commencement
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14477 dctype:Text Professional Development for Multilingual Early Childhood Educators Gisela Morales Benitez 2025-03-01 Text pp_20250423 eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This professional project addresses the lack of professional development opportunities for Spanish-speaking in-home daycare educators. To support Spanish-speaking educators, the project introduced a SET Two-level professional development course in Spanish, enhancing educators' skills and promoting positive guidance for infants and toddlers. Rooted in motivational, adult learning, and critical race theories, the project emphasized self-esteem, self-actualization, and the importance of accessible training in educators' native languages. The project was successful, with 117 participants registered from across Oregon, demonstrating the demand for linguistically and culturally responsive learning opportunities. Of the 117 participants, 86.9 % reported feeling very satisfied with the content, and 100% recommended this class to other Early Childhood multilingual educators. This project advocates for equitable professional development practices that foster integration, belonging, and empowerment within the multilingual early childhood education community. Masters of Science in Education early childhood education | multilingual educators | professional development Cindy Ryan | Kathryn Morgan | Gregory Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14470 Kennedy Schade Interview 2025 Hayden Bence | Emma Cane | Billy France-Bagwell | Benjamin Loverin Kennedy Schade, assistant director of academic support at Western Oregon University, discusses how his job was created and his personal background. He further explained the methodology behind creating new programs, advising, and tutoring. Schade then discussed the future possibilities of both him and the positions he has created along his journey. Kennedy Schade 2/11/2025 Oral History | Text | Image; StillImage | Audio oralhistoriesofwou/2025c eng 9p. | 00:13:11 Kennedy Schade, interviewed by Hayden Bence, Emma Cane, Billy France-Bagwell and Benjamin Loverin, Oral Histories of Western Oregon University, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, February 11, 2025
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14469 Robert Troyer Interview 2025 Jackson Albrecht | Jandika Borden | Tyler James | Jakob Ritter Professor Robert Troyer (Linguistics) discusses his experiences working with international exchange students in addition to his work within the linguistics department. He also discusses teaching, research, the changes within the international student demographic at WOU, as well as finding love. Robert Troyer 2/7/2025 Oral History | Text | Image; StillImage | Audio oralhistoriesofwou/2025b eng 9p. | 00:20:59 Robert Troyer, interviewed by Jackson Albrecht, Jandika Borden, Tyler James and Jakob Ritter, Oral Histories of Western Oregon University, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, February 7, 2025.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14468 Zachary Hammerle Interview 2025 Hayden R. Grow | Zephen Wilkinson | Jeremy Dixon Zachary Hammerle, Assistant Director of Campus Recreation at WOU describes his experience working in the Rec Center and his passion for the outdoors. Hammerle expands on his personal journey, how he got to Western, and his experiences with students and faculty.Hammerle expresses gratitude, passion, and his hope for the continuance of good student experiences at Western. Zacharly Hammerle 2/6/2025 Oral History | Text | Image; StillImage | Audio oralhistoriesofwou/2025a eng 14p. | 00:27:24 Zachary Hammerle, interviewed by Hayden R. Grow, Zephen Wilkinson, and Jeremy Dixon, Oral Histories of Western Oregon University, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, February 6, 2025.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14458 Reflection in Action: Interpreter Self-Efficacy and Intentional Practice Erin M. Mackey 6/14/2025 text arp_20250416h eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Self-efficacy is one’s belief in their ability to take the steps necessary to achieve their goals. It has been shown that self-efficacy is an important aspect of being an interpreter, and it can change the quality of the interpretations that are produced. But how can interpreting students and novice interpreters improve self-efficacy? This action research follows my journey to discover whether my self-efficacy as an interpreting student and novice ASL/English interpreter changes after I record and watch my interpreting work samples. This process utilized intentional practice, Think Aloud Protocols, and written reflections to gain insights into my inner thoughts and feelings while interpreting and watching my work. Self-efficacy was explored by looking at evaluative and non-evaluative language, as well as positive and negative tone.
Keywords: Intentional practice, novice interpreter, reflection, self-efficacy, Think Aloud Protocol Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14457 Navigating the Labyrinth Through A Cultural Advocacy Perspective: Exploring a Staff Sign Language Interpreter’s Role in a California Prison Stefanie O'Brien 6/14/2025 text arp_20250416g eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Within the field of penology, research providing firsthand accounts of correctional staff and prisoners remains insufficient, with no identifiable research focusing specifically on interactions between correctional staff and Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) prisoners. This action research project examines the evolving roles and responsibilities of a staff sign language interpreter (SLI), who is also a certified Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator (ADAC), over a three-year period within a Level 1-4 women’s correctional institution in California. Guided the frameworks of Cultural Appropriate Advocacy (CAA) (Salla et al., 2023), Discriminatory Epistemic Injustice (Fricker, 2007), and Moral Agency (MA) (Peter, 2011), this research explores the dynamic interplay between legal mandates, institutional realities, and the staff SLI’s advocacy efforts to bridge the communication gap and empower D/HH inmates facing ADA rights violations. These mandates include, but are not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and relevant case law, such as Armstrong v. Newsom (1994). Qualitative data collection and analysis are used to uncover the underexplored area of prison interpreting and contributes to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities encountered by a staff SLI in this non-traditional setting. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14456 Feedback as Confidence: Practical Applications for a Practice Profession Andrew Riley Krugielki 3/20/2025 text arp_20250416f eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Feedback is a crucial aspect of skill development as an American Sign Language (ASL)/English Interpreter. Newer (or novice) interpreters benefit immensely from the extra support provided by experienced interpreters, yet they may find discomfort in the process of requesting or receiving it. Without access to feedback, a novice interpreter’s skills may wilt; thus, early incorporation of effective feedback is critical during the transition from graduate to professional.
I explore my discomfort with feedback and development by examining the intricacies of language used by experienced interpreters during feedback sessions, and my thought worlds surrounding the process of development through feedback. I analyze participant statements, self-reflective graduate work, and post-feedback questionnaires to further comprehend one novice interpreter’s mind when receiving feedback. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies evaluative/nonevaluative language, feedback, trust Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14455 The Matrix of Belonging: a Reflective Analysis of Defining and Cultivating Belonging in the Interpreting Profession Ayla Lynn Adkins 3/20/2025 text arp_20250416e sgn-US | eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project presents findings on the manifestations of “belonging” within the field of American Sign Language (ASL) and English interpreting. A mixed-method approach is used and focuses on evaluating and identifying the influences and themes of belonging and how the experiences of an individual shape it. Findings relate to emphasizing professional and emotional support based on authenticity, inclusivity, and acceptance alongside consistent and stable working conditions. The researcher emphasizes a “sense of belonging” as a vital portion of interpreter well-being, and she promotes its essential consideration, especially for novice interpreters. CC-BY (attribution) Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies integrative framework of belonging, interpreter education program, interpreter training program, Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14454 Physical Strain the Human Body Experiences in a Work Setting: Video Relay Services Janessa Torres 3/20/2025 text arp_20250416c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The Video Relay Service (VRS) work environment, in comparison to other signed language interpreting work settings, has specific work demands that prompt researchers to consider physical health needs. VRS consists of long screen time on the eyes and desk-job-like ergonomic demands, on top of additional interpreting demands that come with the profession. In this article we will explore the intensity of ergonomic demands, how that has a physical impact on the working interpreter’s body, and how that translates into their overall performance and mental capacity. It is important to note that intrapersonal demands influence the work produced by the interpreter and how certain practices of self-care and other forms of intentional physical activity can promote longevity in an interpreter’s ability to continue the work accurately and effectively. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda Smith | Audrey Ramirez-Loudenback Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14453 Self-efficacy, Emotional Regulation, and the Novice Interpreter Alexa Milam 3/20/2025 text arp_20250416c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Many novice interpreters experience issues with self-efficacy and emotional regulation as they begin their professional careers. Although there is substantial research supporting connections between self-efficacy and performance, intrapersonal emotions and competence, and many other areas related to these topics, I believe it is important to appreciate the interconnectedness of each of these concepts and for new interpreters especially to fully understand how they are impacting our work. My action research focuses on my experience as a novice interpreter and what I have noticed about my struggle to remain confident enough to access the skills that I have spent years acquiring, in order to succeed as a professional interpreter. It was my goal to understand why interpreters may lack confidence and have trouble accessing foundational skills and tools when they are faced with interpreting interactions that are unfamiliar or difficult, and if this has any relation to the emotional regulation skills, or lack of, that they possess. I also aimed to identify what I can do, in regard to building emotional regulation skills, to combat the negative effects of the natural self-efficacy development period that all new professionals must undergo. Through a combination of surveys, journaling, analysis methods, and various implementations in my professional routine, I hope to yield results that will support other novice interpreters in carrying out self-analysis, building on self-efficacy, and perhaps even furthering this research. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14452 Virtual Teaming Post-Pandemic Marcus S. Gunter 6/14/2025 text thesis_20250416a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The primarily in-person work environment of English-ASL interpreters was dramatically affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. A sudden increase in online services thrust interpreters into a virtual work environment they may have not prepared for, affecting the virtual teaming dynamic. This paper explored professional English-ASL interpreters’ experiences, contrasting their pre- and post-pandemic work environments, focusing on their preparedness, preferences, and familiarity with current technology. Previous research on this topic has suggested possible gaps in the virtual teaming process. The goal of this research was to identify specific areas in the virtual workspace interpreters are lacking. Using a survey to gather data on interpreters’ experiences, this study found that the lack in training and familiarity with technology between stakeholders in virtual meetings affected interpreters’ ability to engage in each part of the interpreting process, especially working as a team of interpreters. As each “step” in the interpreting process ultimately leads to providing a more accurate interpretation, the omission of any one area, as a result of an unfamiliarity with technology, could negatively impact the accuracy of an interpretation, possibly resulting in a negative impact on the interpreters’ consumer(s). Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Virtual interpreting, team interpreting, virtual teaming Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith | Cameo Hunsaker Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14451 Breaking the Ice: A Comprehensive Exploration of Freezing in ASL/English Interpreting Madison Lantis 6/14/2025 text arp_20250416b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project delves into the phenomenon of freezing during American Sign Language (ASL)-English interpreting. The goal of this research is to pinpoint the underlying causes of these freezing instances in my interpreting work, identify recurring patterns, and develop effective strategies for overcoming freezing. Throughout my development as an interpreter, I have consistently struggled with freezing while interpreting. Grounded in the Self-Efficacy Theory and the Demand Control Schema, this study explores the multifaceted factors contributing to freezing episodes. Through thorough analysis, I explore my interpreting work and my mindset and beliefs around interpreting. Additionally, I investigate freezing as a stress response, the cognitive processes involved in interpreting, and factors influencing my ASL fluency.
Keywords: Freezing, interpreting, ASL, demands, controls Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies cognitive distortions, self-efficacy, self-doubt Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith | n/a Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14450 The Dream of a Seamless Switch: Code-switching between American Sign Language and Protactile Language as an Interpreter and Co-navigator Alyssa Alpers 3/20/2025 text arp_20250416a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/16/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This Action Research Project studied code-switching and transitions between the linguistic spaces of American Sign Language (ASL) and Protactile Language (PT) during interpreting and co-navigating, with a focus on language intrusions and the impact that connection, comfort, and groundedness have on the researcher’s professional practice. Qualitative and quantitative data was collected via Likert scales to measure feelings of connection, comfort, grounding, and language pull. It was also documented through data surrounding the specifics of language intrusions, and through three-minute freewrites reflecting on each PT or ASL assignment. Data collection results showed that communication tended to flow more smoothly in PT settings, with higher feelings of connection, comfort, and confidence. It was hypothesized that these higher feelings correlate with longer hands-on practical experience in PT spaces compared to ASL spaces. A negative correlation was found between feeling grounded in the target language and the pull to use the non-target language, both in ASL (r = -0.43) and PT (r = -0.36). Additionally, when grounded in the target language, communication was smoother (ASL r = 0.30, PT r = 0.29).
These results suggest that grounding in the language prior to assignments may reduce language intrusions and code-switching, as well as increase fluid and efficient transitions between and into linguistic spaces. Recommendations in this study include continued language skill-building in ASL and PT and the intentional use of grounding techniques, particularly in liminal spaces between assignments. These findings contributed to the practice of the researcher as an interpreter and co-navigator by aiming to solve the identified challenge of transitions between linguistic spaces to enhance professional practice, communication, and interpretations when working with Deaf and DeafBlind communities. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14448 dctype:Image 1971 Hawaiian Club Dance Dancing members of the Hawaiian Club at the annual Hawaiian Club Dance. 1971 Image; StillImage Omeka/14448 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/15/2025, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library.
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14445 dctype:Image Lisa Lockman, 1995 Julia McCulloch Smith Award Winner Lisa Lockman, winner of the 1995 Julia McCulloch Smith Award. Lisa studied two foreign languages at Western (German and Japanese) and majored in political science. She was the recipient of a Western Scholarship in 1993-94 and an award from the Northwest Colleges Women's Scholarship Foundation in 1994. She was an athlete on Western's volleyball team and was named an NAIA National Scholar-Athlete following the 1993 season. Additionally, she was selected by her teammates as the Wolves' Most Inspirational Player that same year. Lisa was also a member of the Associated Students of Western Oregon State College's (ASWOSC) Senate, representing the School of Liberal Arts and Science. She also worked as a feature writer for the Western Star, the school's weekly student-operated newspaper. 1995 Image; StillImage Omeka/14445 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 01/13/2025, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library.
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14440 dctype:Image The OCE Lamron Staff 1959-1960 The OCE Lamron staff photograph for the 1959-1969 academic year. Photograph shows the first Black Commissioner of the student newspaper, Virginia Hopkins. 1959 Image; StillImage Omeka/14440 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 01/13/2025, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library.
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14428 Interpreters and Educational Equity: Supporting Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Learners with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Ryan Alan Page 2024-12-23 Text 20241223_Thesis_a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en I sought to elucidate interpreters’ contributions to fostering inclusive education for
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) students with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) through the lens of ecological systems theory. I surveyed interpreters to investigate how they adapt their practices in K-12 settings. I found that these interpreters engage in sophisticated dialogic practices to create an inclusive learning environment that considers the cognitive and socio-emotional needs of DHH students with ADHD. Although interpreters expressed mixed sentiments due to various workplace demands and a lack of preparation, they showed a strong sense of dedication and commitment to advancing equity. My research underscored the necessity for more practical approaches to integrating interpreters into the educational team, suggesting an interactive approach, which includes a feedback protocol between the interpreter-student dyad and a parallel exchange of communication within the interpreter-student-teacher triad. I advocated for universal design for learning (UDL) and response to intervention (RTI) as standard practices to empower interpreters to function as educational agents. CC-BY-NC-SA (attribution, non-commercial, share alike) Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Deaf, interpreting, ADHD Elisa Maroney | Emily Girardin | Chloe Hughes thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14427 Trauma-Informed Teaching Practice: An analysis of implementing practices in a middle school language arts classroom Tarrah Meyer 2024-12-23 Text 20241223_ARP_a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This Action Research Project is an exploration of the author's motivation for researching trauma-informed teaching practices, a literature review of best practices for implementing a trauma-informed approach to teaching middle grade language arts, and actionable steps for implementation. CC-BY-SA (attribution, share alike) Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) trauma-informed pedagogy, Trauma-informed teaching, middle school language arts action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14426 Art Interaction Mapping: A Framework for Engaging Visual Art Students in Remote Learning Environments Kat Costa 2024-12-23 Text | Images; StillImages 20241223_PP_e eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Designed for advanced visual art courses at the college level, this project outlines conceptual mapping as a teaching strategy for increasing student engagement in remote learning environments. By combining instructional design principles with constructivist learning theory, the author created a series of visualization templates and lesson prompts for use with project-based activities. Art Interaction Mapping is a creative inquiry model that guides students through an iterative process of artwork development and reflective self-assessment. The project outcome is an adaptable learning framework that instructors can utilize with a variety of art mediums, tools, or digital technologies. Master of Science in Education: Educational Technology studio art, artistic research, art education Gregory Zobel | Marcus Wenzel | Weiwei Zhang professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14425 Separately Together: Independent Reading as an Act of Collaboration Erin Roan Stanfill 2024-12-23 Text | Images; StillImages 20241223_PP_d eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en In secondary English language arts classrooms, teachers struggle to find opportunities among competing priorities to support students in developing complete literacy. Students have few opportunities to self-select what they read, and when they have those opportunities, reading can often be an isolating act. However, reading for pleasure can improve student learning outcomes as well as provide social-emotional learning opportunities. Collaborative learning opportunities allow students to learn with and from one another while developing literacy, communication, teamwork, and social skills. This project is designed to provide teachers with a guidebook to support the implementation of an independent reading practice in their classrooms as well as provide a collaborative learning element. My project includes a guidebook with recommendations for teachers who are interested in developing and maintaining a classroom library, suggestions for creating and maintaining collaborative learning groups, and best practices for ensuring longevity of this program. Additionally, this project includes lesson plans to support the initial weeks of a collaborative learning and independent reading program. My hope is that this project can support educators with limited time who desire to provide their students with opportunities to engage with one another as well as their own literacy. Master of Science in Education: Literacy Education independent reading, small group, literacy Joshua Schulze | Melanie Landon-Hayes professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14424 dctype:Text A New Generation of Coaching Education Parker Clay 2024-12-23 Text 20241223_PP_c eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The podcast that I am proposing is entitled “In the Arena”. The concept of this title was derived from a speech that Theodore Roosevelt gave at the Sorbonne in Paris in 1910 entitled "Man in the Arena". The "In the Arena" podcast looks to Teddy Roosevelt and the authors in it's literature review for guidance spanning educational spaces. In an effort to create an effective professional development tool for all coaches, it was necessary to look at all coaches and all professional development types. When it comes to coaching, many strive valiantly, many err, and many come short. As a young coach it may be easy to turn away and to leave the profession before victory or defeat is known. The goal of this podcast and the community that will surround it is to spur these young coaches on and to provide them a community of support that understands the strife while also reminding them of the worthy cause they have chosen to spend themselves on. Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies podcast, coaching education, professional development Gregory Zobel | Amber Deets | Randall (Dana) Ulveland professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14423 Developing Peer-Tutor Training Materials for a Tutoring Program David J. Solvedt 2024-12-23 Text | Images; StillImages 20241223_PP_b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project paper overviews the process by which training materials were constructed for a college-level peer-tutoring program, as well as some of the theoretical and conceptual underpinnings identified within educational literature that support the use of specific training topics and instructional practices. The project also includes open-access discussions of training topics that may be adapted or directly applied to the context of peer-tutor training. This composition provides broadly applicable academic support materials and a useful synopsis of how others who wish to implement trainings for tutors may approach this subject in alignment with best-practice. CC-BY-NC (attribution, non-commercial) Master of Science in Education: Integrated Science Tutor training, Peer-tutoring, Tutoring Patricia Flatt | Gregory Zobel | Dana Ulveland professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14422 Pathways to Potential: Family STEM Nights: Embracing SEL and Multisensory Learning Nichole Cantrell 2024-12-23 Text | Images; StillImages 20241223_PP_a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/23/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The Family STEM Night project was designed to foster multisensory learning, family engagement, and the integration of social-emotional learning (SEL) principles with STEM education. The event featured eight interactive booths, each offering a hands-on activity to encourage collaboration among students, parents, and educators. Activities included a Glow Germ Handwashing demonstration, a Tower Building Challenge, a Line-Following Robot, Leaf Rubbing, Code Bracelet creation, and Impact Craters on the Moon, among others. These activities highlighted the importance of active participation, curiosity, and creativity in learning, while emphasizing SEL skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
This project prioritized family involvement to create a supportive learning environment that extends beyond the classroom, encouraging students to explore STEM concepts in an inclusive and engaging way. By addressing diverse learning styles and fostering a sense of community, the event underscored the vital role of family participation in academic success. Family STEM Night ultimately aimed to strengthen connections between families and schools while inspiring a passion for STEM disciplines. Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Family STEM Night, Multisensory Learning, STEM Xiaopeng Gong | Mandy Olsen | Marcus Wenzel professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14417 Cristian Mendez Garcia Interview 2024 Oliver Meyr | Lisbeth Lara Corona | Jasper Rainbow Cristian Mendez Garcia, Assistant Director for Hispanic-Serving Institution Initiatives at Western, discussed growing up in Monmouth, attending WOU, serving on the WOU Board of Trustees and coming to work at Western in 2024, his work and responsibilities at Western, and plans for the future. Cristian Mendez Garcia 2024-10-22 Oral History | Text | Image; StillImage | Audio oralhistoriesofwou/2024c eng 9p. | 00:17:51 Cristian Mendez Garcia, interviewed by Oliver Meyr, Lisbeth Lara Corona, and Jasper Rainbow, Oral Histories of Western Oregon University, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, October 22, 2024.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14406 dctype:Text Overconsumption in the Clothing Industry: Exploration of Ways Clothing Production Can Be More Sustainable Sophie Davenport 2024-06-15 Text honorstheses_111824 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This thesis will analyze the cost of clothing production on the environment and what measures companies are attempting to solve this issue. Currently, many companies have been creating cheaper clothing at lower costs, enabling people to purchase more clothing than is necessary—creating a new category of fashion called “fast fashion.” However, the downside of fast fashion is that brands tend to create products with little regard for the environment. In this thesis, I will explore this issue by examining several companies and their production practices to determine some of the best solutions we have so far. While many companies have been choosing not to take action, some have made advancements by using alternative materials to create new products. However, many are only partial solutions to the issue and do not fully solve the problem at hand because every new production comes at a cost. Since this is such a complex issue, there is not only one best solution. As a result, I will address solutions based on their pros and cons to help narrow down some of the best solutions we currently have and what to avoid. This thesis aims to help the average consumer make a more knowledgeable decision about what they buy so that everyone can take steps forward in making changes to help the environment. Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project Honors clothing | sustainability Mary Pettenger Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14404 Collective Bargaining Agreement: [July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027] Western Oregon University American Federation of Teachers | Western Oregon University collective bargaining agreements | union contracts | Western Oregon University American Federation of Teachers | Western Oregon University 2024/2027 Other | Text PDF cba/14 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/14/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by WOUFT and WOU. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author wouft-local@wou.edu | https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Collective Bargaining Agreement Between Western Oregon University American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO Local 2278, WOUFT/OFTEHP, AFL-CIO and Western Oregon University: [July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027] 2024 2027
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14342 dctype:Text The Impact of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in a High School Spanish Class Ana Fox 2024-08-02 Text; Images; StillImages graduate_080224a eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project explored the impact of culturally relevant pedagogy (CRP) on the academic engagement and performance of students of Color in a high school Spanish classroom. The study integrated CRP principles, particularly focusing on academic achievement and cultural competence, by incorporating students’ cultural backgrounds and personal experiences into lessons. Using a variety of culturally diverse materials, multimedia resources, and interactive activities, the research aimed to create a meaningful and engaging learning environment. Qualitative data, including student feedback, classroom observations, and reflective journals, along with quantitative measures like test scores, were collected to assess the effectiveness of this pedagogical approach. Findings indicated that CRP significantly enhanced student engagement, participation, and academic performance by validating and incorporating their cultural identities into the curriculum. The research underscored the necessity of a comprehensive application of all CRP tenets to maximize its benefits, suggesting that future studies should explore long-term impacts and adaptability across diverse educational settings. This study contributed to the growing body of evidence supporting CRP as a vital strategy for fostering an inclusive and equitable educational environment. 2024-08-02 action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Oregon, secondary education, world languages Marie LeJune | Lin Wu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14330 Increasing Engagement in Social Studies Classrooms Through Project-Based Learning Paul Brody 8/2/2024 Text; Images; StillImages eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en An action research project to explore the effects of project-based learning (PBL) on student motivation and learning in social studies classrooms. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) project, social studies, inquiry Lin Wu | Marie LeJeune
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14329 Affirming the Mathematical Potential of All Students Through Warm Demander Pedagogy Marc Hunter 8/2/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study explored how the warm demander pedagogical approach can transform students’ negative self-perceptions regarding their ability to learn complex mathematics. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Warm Demander Marie LeJeune | Lin Wu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14328 A New Approach to Special Education Service Models Jennifer Bunn 8/1/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Special education service delivery models are indispensable tools that ensure that all students receive the support necessary for effective specially designed instruction in a least restrictive environment. The central guiding question of this project is simply: how can middle schools navigate the complex task of meeting the diverse needs of special education students through targeted instruction and service model implementation? By delving into this question, this project seeks to shed light on the already existing evidence based practices and potential gaps in service delivery. This project explores the interplay between the resource room, self-contained, and co-taught service models of special education and how they can be utilized to provide a nexus of support for special education students. Ultimately, by combining these models and offering a three-pronged multi-faceted approach, educators and administrators can create a dynamic and responsive system that will address the individualized needs of special education students. Finally, by offering students a continuum of service delivery models to tailor instruction, student learning gains are more accessible and evident. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Special Education, Service Models, Resource Room, Alicia Wenzel | Darlene Zickefoose | Autymn Galbraith
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14327 Common Core State Standard Proficiency-Based Assessment Curriculum Framework Haley Vernon 8/1/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en A series of proficiency-based rubrics were developed in alignment with each of the Oregon Common Core state standards in language arts. These rubrics are intended to guide assessments in the core course of language arts. The development of these rubrics can be applied to a variety of assessment formats while keeping the same expectations of skill evaluation the same. The goal is to provide equity and student choice to the practice of classroom assessments. CC-BY-NC-SA (attribution, non-commercial, share alike) professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction proficiency rubrics, common core, standards-based grading Joshua Schulze | Alicia Wenzel | Chrissy Shanks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14326 Promoting Student Engagement in Science Through Culturally Relevant Teaching Ellis Moore 8/1/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en I used culturally relevant pedagogy as a guiding framework to help increase student engagement in science. My findings indicate that culturally relevant pedagogy is a powerful framework for increasing student engagement in science. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Lin Wu | Marie LeJeune
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14325 Examining Culturally Responsive Teaching in Music Education Carlos D. Ramirez 8/3/2024 Text eng | spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This action research project dives into how culturally responsive teaching can be applied within an secondary instrumental music classroom. Culturally responsive teaching is a theory developed by Dr. Geneva gay which is constructed by five tenets that focus on utilizing students' cultural and ethnic background as conduits for learning. The researcher Carlos D. Ramirez, explores how to apply this theory within an instrumental music class and also looks for findings to how this theory can support students of Color. Ramirez used creative ways to include culturally responsive teaching elements into his lesson plans that resonated with the students. The findings conclude that culturally responsive teaching is effective and useful within an instrumental music class as Ramirez found that there were many useful musical skills and differentiated teaching practices that help to support students of Color. This research project is also another representation for why we need to include culturally responsive teaching practices into our pedagogy. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Cumbias, Marie Lejeune | Lin Wu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14324 Rhizomatic Learning in Practice: Facilitating Collaborative Learning in Middle School Art Brianna Rigg 8/1/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This is an action research project investigating the impact of rhizomatic learning in collaborative projects in a middle school art classroom. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) art curriculum, middle school
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14323 Increasing Student Engagement in the Middle School Art Room Through Warm Demander Pedagogy Anna Cottom 8/2/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This project aimed to examine whether a shift in high expectations for students to diligently apply their time to sharpen their skills would increase the value they placed on pushing themselves to explore further what they can do with their art projects. Using a warm demander approach, I insisted that my students meet higher expectations, practice self-control, and deeply engage with the work they did in my class. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) warm demander, rural, secondary school Lin Wu | Marie LeJeune
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14322 The Art of Teaching: Combining Teaching Artistic Behaviors and Discipline-Based Arts Education Alanna Volk 8/12/2024 Text; Images; StillImages eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study explored the impact of integrating TAB (Teaching for Artistic Behavior) and DBAE (Discipline-Based Art Education) pedagogies on student performance and engagement in a secondary art classroom. By combining these two approaches, the study aimed to create a more effective and enjoyable learning environment. The TAB approach emphasized student well-being and personal expression, fostering a sense of autonomy and self-directed learning. Meanwhile, DBAE provided a structured framework for critique and technical skill development, ensuring high-quality artistic work.
The study found that this hybrid pedagogy significantly enhanced students' ability to work independently and engage deeply with their art projects. The supportive setups and personal connections promoted by TAB, coupled with the clear expectations and structured feedback of DBAE, contributed to a balanced and enriched educational experience. This integration not only improved students’ artistic skills and overall satisfaction but also helped in nurturing their growth as future artists. Through this approach, the study demonstrated how combining structured skill development with creative freedom can lead to better artistic outcomes and greater student engagement. CC-BY-NC-SA (attribution, non-commercial, share alike) action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Middle School, Arts Education, Inter-pedagogical, TAB, DBAE Marie LeJeune | Lin Wu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14321 Enhancing Engagement through Culturally Relevant Teaching in a Low-Income High School English Classroom Aiden Littau 8/1/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Culturally relevant pedagogy is a prime framework for boosting student engagement in the classroom. This action research project displays how this pedagogical approach benefits Latinx students in a low-income high school. Through demanding academic excellence, developing cultural competence, and building a sociopolitical awareness among students, this project aims to signify just how powerful this framework can be. The research conducted takes place over a semester and discusses the findings of how these three tenets worked in practice. I use a range of data including unit and lesson plans, curricula, informal observations, and personal reflections to analyze the outcome of this pedagogy in action. While culturally relevant pedagogy is often related to the education of African American students, this research identifies the power it brings to Latinx students. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) culturally relevant pedagogy, Latinx students, English language arts Lin Wu | Marie LeJeune
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14320 Differentiated Instruction in the 12th -Grade Social Studies Classroom Adrianna Davis 12/1/2024 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 8/02/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en This study highlights the importance of differentiated instruction in creating an inclusive and successful learning environment. The findings from this study show that differentiating based on student interests, learning profiles, strengths, and academic needs can significantly enhance academic achievement and engagement, particularly for students from marginalized backgrounds. Additionally, this study found that proactive planning, with
readiness-based tiering, is crucial for addressing equity issues and ensuring all students succeed. Further, offering structured student choice can also boost motivation and achievement; however this strategy requires careful scaffolding to ensure all students benefit. Finally, while differentiated instruction has limitations, particularly in addressing the specific needs of racially and culturally diverse students, integrating additional educational philosophies can help overcome these challenges. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Differentiated Instruction, Social Studies Lin Wu | Marie LeJeune
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14318 dctype:Text User-Friendly: A Collection of Poetry for the Internet Age Jasper Beck 2024-06-27 Text honorstheses_080224b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en The internet is arguably the most important cultural force in existence today. It fundamentally alters the way we perceive and interact with reality on a personal level. No one is more familiar with the effects the internet has on humanity than Gen Z, whose lived experiences as a chronically-online generation have gone criminally unnoticed by the artistic world. User-Friendly is a collection of eighteen original poems that aims to fill that gap in our cultural understanding of the internet. The collection deals with themes of internet addiction, information overload, and a deep emotional connection to the digital world, and the corresponding disconnect from the technocratic society that created it. The collection is followed by an extensive reflective essay that discusses the author’s creative process, philosophy, and artistic influences. Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project Honors poetry | internet Henry Hughes Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14316 dctype:Text The Monster Inside Her: A Look into Monstrous Femininity in Ari Aster’s Midsommar Kellianna C Mikawa 2024-06-27 Text; Image; StillImage honors_0802a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en Midsommar, a cultish horror film, serves as a portrayal of monstrous femininity, defined by Barbara Creed, which allows femininity to be wielded as a tool of empowerment. Attributes such as sexuality, motherhood, and nature that are condemned within the patriarchy are honored within the matriarchy. This analysis aims to illuminate the significance of female empowerment in film. Dani, the protagonist, who begins her journey with an unhealthy relationship while grappling with profound trauma, finds her peace inside the matriarchy. As she steps into her power and burns the bridge between her and the past, she embraces her monstrous femininity. The impact of Midsommar inspires women to reclaim what has been demonized, highlighting feminist issues and encouraging radical empathy. Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project Honors Midsommar | monstrous femininity | horror films Tiara Good Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14091 Students Work at Computers in a Library Seyed Abdollah Shahrokni | Janeanne Rockwell-Kincanon colleges | universities | diverse students | computer labs | students with disabilities | students of size | BIPOC | students of color a description is not yet provided for this image. Western Oregon University 2023 Image;StillImage | Photograph diversityimages_148 https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/page/diversity-images http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ alt-text is not yet provided for this image Students work close by in a computer lab.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/14089 Students Using Computers in a Library Seyed Abdollah Shahrokni | Janeanne Rockwell-Kincanon colleges | universities | diverse students | computer labs | students with disabilities | students of size | BIPOC | students of color a description is not yet provided for this image. Western Oregon University 2023 Image;StillImage | Photograph diversityimages_146 https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/page/diversity-images http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ alt-text is not yet provided for this image Several students work at computers.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13789 Bites From the Past: Exploring the Culinary Significance of Family Recipes Wyatt Smith cookbooks | food scholarship 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024n eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Food scholarship is a field that has gone through much change since its origins, and its future can only be guessed. Knowing where our food comes from and how it connects us to the people of the past is not only an enriching activity mentally but can bring some solace and help us recognize that history is the study of people. Combining my two interests in culinary arts and history, this project will allow me to dive into the past and help recover my mom’s recipes from before she passed away. I will connect those recipes to the people of the past. This project will explore questions such as: What is food scholarship? How can we contribute to the field of food scholarship? How does the family cookbook contribute to food scholarship in meaningful ways? To answer these questions, I will examine texts on food scholarship, analyze early American cookbooks as forms of food scholarship, and ask and potentially answer questions about the future of food scholarship and cookbooks in our digital age. This project aims not only to recover recipes from my past but also to turn them into a primary source and piece of food scholarship to help others springboard their pursuits in the field. When I am done, I will have 10 recipes that not only stand on their own as meals but provide a small insight into the history of their ingredients; I will have a literature review on what food scholarship is today as well as what its future may look like, and I will conclude with a reflective essay on what I learned and what influenced me and motivated me in the creation of the mini-cookbook. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Kenneth Kirby Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13788 Windows Into Comfort: Exploring Mindfulness Through Art Quinlan Wedge illustration | mental health | art 6/17/2024 Text; Image; StillImage honors_073024m eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. As the climate changes, wealth disparity increases, and war and disease rage on, it can be easy to lose sight of the positive aspects of life. Because people endure these daily stressors, they require and deserve access to services, therapies, and activities that bring them comfort, security, and pleasure. With this project, I aimed to find an artistic endeavor that allowed me to make my own escape from the realities of the world into one of comfort, something that I could look at and instantly feel better, and I knew I could do that by combining two subjects that interest me: architecture and animation. I began this project by planning and designing the subject of the paintings: Studio Ghibli movies and windows. I chose three different window styles and three different scenes from Studio Ghibli movies that appeal to me. Next, I considered why I had chosen animated films and windows as my subjects and researched them both. I applied a psychological lens considering why windows are important, emphasizing their benefit on mental health, and I reflected on why I think animated films are valuable as well. Once learning enough about my subjects, I combined the window frames and the landscapes into three cohesive paintings. I designed and cut the wood shapes and painted them. After completing my works, I contextualized and reflected on my project. I have produced a collection of artwork that addresses both architecture and mental health and well-being. It is my hope that my work will show windows and animation from a more introspective mindset and inspire others to create their own comfort spaces through art. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Jodie Garrison Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13787 A Beginner’s Guide to Dropping Out of College: How to Pass a Science Class, Save Your Own Life, and Still Graduate in 13 Short Years Nicholas Cooley self-reflection 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024l eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In this personal narrative, I discuss my experience as part of the Honors Program while attending Western Oregon University from 2011 to 2015. The first two sections are spent discussing the Honors core curriculum classes I took as a freshman and sophomore student. The Junior and Senior Year sections dive into the familial loss and personal struggles that impeded my ability to complete the Honors thesis project as I had originally imagined it. Finally, the paper concludes with a reflection on the lessons I learned from my time in Honors, how the relationships I formed have impacted my life positively, and what I hope to accomplish with my bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Gavin Keulks Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13786 Finding Balance in Motion: A Journey through Emotional Resilience with Dance Mystie Johnson dance | mental health 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024k eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Dance has always been a form of creative expression utilized for a variety of reasons, including the use of telling stories, emotional processing, and awareness. The way the body moves can create connections between the dancer and the audience, allowing for the telling of a story or emotions without words, as evidenced by various studies. Through this outlet, I created my own dance that presents the challenges and struggles of mental health. Due to the negative stereotypes of mental disorders, it is vital that people bring awareness to how debilitating and difficult they are to have. Each section of the dance represents a different mental health illness that I have, including Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. Many previous dancers have showcased mental health through dance before, and I use some of these as my own inspiration. My goal is to have this dance stand alongside others as a way for people to both understand and sympathize more with people dealing with mental disorders. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Cynthia Garner Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13785 Why it is Never too Late to Lead How to Leave a Legacy at WOU in Less Than Two Years Melly Burger leadership 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024j eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. A literature review on leadership and a self-reflection on one student's leadership activities while at Western Oregon University. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Gavin Keulks Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13784 Strength Training as an Injury Prevention Method for Hip Injuries in Collegiate Female Endurance Runners Kaitlyn Kruse endurance running | strength training 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024i eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This thesis project will generate guidelines for strength training plans specifically designed for collegiate, female endurance runners with the goal of preventing common overuse injuries affecting the hip region. There is currently a great deal of research regarding strength training used within this population to improve performance and running economy, but there are far more gaps within the literature regarding how strength training can be used for injury prevention. I will begin my research by reviewing the current literature on hip-related overuse injuries within female runners, what potentially causes those injuries, and the current methodologies used for treatment and prevention. I will particularly focus on muscular weaknesses and imbalances within the hips that lead to overuse injuries, then I will research exercises/strength training methods that may be used to strengthen those areas. Based on this research, I will generate recommendations for strength training programs that female endurance athletes could employ into their training specifically as a method of injury-prevention. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Emily Vala-Haynes Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13783 Tri, Try Again A Wellness Journey Through the Lens of Training for a Triathlon Ian Kincaid triathlons | wellness 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024h eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. To run a triathlon means one must have competency in the three individualized sports of biking, running, and swimming, and the stamina to perform these tasks one after the other. This paper will combine prevalent literature on the sport, including health benefits and concerns, best practices for individual sports, and notable training routines. In addition, this paper will discuss the author’s own fitness journey from complete novice to accomplished triathlete. Finally, it will discuss how the triathlon changed this author’s outlook on overall fitness and capability. Using both personal experience and peer-reviewed research, this paper aims to present the full scope of the sport in the modern day for a college student. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Brandon Claggett Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13782 Recommendations for the Monolingual Teacher: Instructional Strategies to Support Students who are Emergent Bilingual Erica Guddat emergent bilingual | k-12 education 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024g eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In the United States, the number of students who speak a primary language other than English, or students who are emergent bilingual, in classrooms is growing. There are many different models in place within schools used to support these students in acquiring English language proficiency and access academic content within the general education classroom, but these models are not standardized across schools, and some are more effective at supporting students that are emergent bilingual than others in providing an equitable educational experience for students. This thesis seeks to address this issue with a pedagogical approach by providing a thorough review of the models most commonly used to evaluate which method is most effective at supporting students in acquiring language proficiency while developing content knowledge. Although there are effective models in place, not all school districts can realistically implement them. To bridge the gap between equitable education and the models in place, this thesis also describes and models instructional strategies that can be implemented in the general education classroom by a monolingual teacher to provide the most equitable learning experience possible for all students. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Kristen L. Pratt Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13781 Departing the Monolingual Form of Instruction: Best Practices for Supporting Emergent Bilingual Elementary Students Emily Schneider emergent bilingual | k-12 education 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024f eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In schools across the nation, the population of emergent multilingual students is growing. These are students whose first/home language is something other than English and have the potential to further develop bilingual or multilingual skills. There are clear advantages to expanding one’s linguistic repertoire; however, it requires cultivating language development within the classroom to make this happen successfully. This project will seek to amass the most effective and far-reaching instructional approaches for serving emergent bilingual students in the elementary classroom. After contextualizing my project using the data from two Oregon school districts’ Lau Plan, I will use the Castañeda Standards to judge the effectiveness of current program models. An argument is made for why students’ first/home language should be integrated into instructional approaches and leveraged for the benefit of the student. This project will conclude the most effective methods of reaching emergent bilingual students within the classroom, regardless of a teacher’s ESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages) training or certification. A digital toolkit aimed for streamlined implementation by educators is created, compiling the list of best practices found throughout this research process. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Jessica Dougherty Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13780 A Long and Winding Road: My Honors Journey Amidst Complications & Covid Cora McClain self-reflection 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024e eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. A self-reflection on one student's journey to graduation as an honors student at Western Oregon University. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Emily Plec Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13779 How can we spread the importance of wetlands to the youth of today? Claire Rickis wetlands | middle school | curriculum 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024d eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Wetlands are, environmentally, very important, yet this is not common knowledge among the general public. A solution to the lack of knowledge of their importance is to perfect the teaching of wetlands to the youth, or to expand it as needed. In this thesis, I will address the question “How can we spread the knowledge of the unique importance of wetlands to our ecosystem to the youth of today?” Additionally, I will identify the three most important aspects of wetlands and develop lesson plans oriented for students in grades 6-8. The end result will be three lesson plans teaching the three most important aspects of wetlands to the ecosystem: their flood protection; the unique animals that live there; and the unique plants that grow there. I will explore why wetlands need to be taught to students, and the best methods of creating lesson plans to ensure that students of all learning levels can get the information. In addition, I will review existing wetlands lesson plans, survey their merits and faults, and compare and contrast existing lesson plans with my own to identify the best practices for wetlands pedagogy. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Phillip Wad Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13778 Beyond Birth Rates and Aging: Implications and Recommendations for Japan's Population Decline Cami Ansley Japan | aging | birth rates 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024c eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Japan faces a profound demographic crisis characterized by declining fertility and population aging, which have significant implications for socio-economic stability. This work discusses the historical context, underlying causes, and extensive consequences of Japan’s population decline. Elements such as delayed marriage, workaholic culture, traditional gender roles, and prefectural migration are also explored. This research analyzes Japan’s policy responses to these factors, including family policies, immigration reforms, and public pension adjustments, comparing them with strategies utilized by other countries facing similar population challenges. This work aims to provide comprehensive recommendations for mitigating population decline while taking into account Japan’s unique cultural and societal landscape. Through a thorough investigation of past and current trends, this work seeks to contribute to the discourse surrounding financially and culturally sustainable demographic approaches and inform future policy-making efforts. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Miyuki Arimoto Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13777 Transgender Healthcare Access: Barriers and Impacts Alex Michaels transgender | healthcare 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024b eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Transgender healthcare is a heavily debated topic in our politics and media, with new legislation being passed for and against access at drastic paces. Using an autoethnographic research approach, I use my own lived experience as a trans person navigating the healthcare systems in my state to discuss some of the barriers and struggles of my community. To support and expand upon the autoethnographic portion of my work, I also draw from current literature and research. This thesis addresses topics of provider education, critical comments from care providers, care avoidance, gendered systems and health care records, pharmacy issues, insurance denials and related barriers, and relevant legislation. My work aims to provide context to social and structural barriers and to address the impacts those barriers have on human lives. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Margaret Manoogian Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13776 Combating Menstrual Period Poverty in the State of Oregon Abby Schrunk menstruation | k-12 education 6/17/2024 Text honors_073024a eng https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This paper was written in an attempt to explore and examine the causes of period poverty in the United States, specifically in the state of Oregon. This paper also delves specifically into how this issue affects students in Oregon and ways to alleviate the effects of period poverty, starting in schools. Drawing from global health reports, women’s health organizations, medical journals, and the Oregon Department of Education, this study points to both the pros and cons of current-day solutions to determine what has been successful in helping to manage the period poverty crisis as well as offering suggestions for improvements that could be made after taking data into account. It discusses period stigma, and how it directly relates to period poverty. It also presents a call to action, encouraging other states to consider implementing support that directly affects the decrease in experiencing the negative consequences of period poverty after analyzing best practices. It is concluded with personal connections and conclusions from the perspective of a newly licensed teacher reflecting on student impact. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Emily Vala-Haynes Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13757 Campus Gardens as an Answer to Food Insecurity and the Health and Well-being of College Students Rick Tingle 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Food insecurity is a major concern on college campuses and has been known to affect student health and wellbeing and ultimately academic success. Campus Community Gardens (CCGs) have been found to be an answer to food insecurity by offering fresh vegetables and nutrition as well as healthy social connections. The purpose of this research is to explore successful methods of establishing a sustainable garden on a university campus. To find out what worked and did not work for these gardens, a review of successful working models from campus garden programs provided details on how that information might be applied to future garden programs. I used the Western Oregon University (WOU) Library database to find sources concerning food insecurity on campus relating to the health and wellbeing of students. These sources were reviewed and considered. The findings presented evidence explaining the ways in which CCGs can enhance student health and wellbeing by providing nutritious food at no cost. CCGs also offer an excellent opportunity for social interaction. Additionally, the importance of interdepartmental cooperation for program and social sustainability was identified, and the significance of community outreach and accessibility for garden activities was clarified. The results indicated that CCGs can be an effective medium for multidisciplinary cooperation, and therefore, program sustainability. The study is relevant because it offers insight into the elements necessary for the establishment of effective economic, environmental, and socially sustainable campus gardens so that Western Oregon University and other programs might benefit. This research offers significant findings relevant to the body of knowledge on this subject. thesis | Master of Science in Justice Studies campus community gardens, food banks, food insecurity thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13756 A Collaborative Approach to Supporting Long Term English Learners: Implementing a Co-Teaching Model in Secondary Schools Zachary Cole 8/1/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This professional project investigates the implementation and impact of a co-teaching model in supporting Long-Term English Learners (LTELs). The primary objective is to enhance students' content access and support and develop structures that bolster students' academic vocabulary and language skills. The project incorporates quantitative and qualitative data collection through a weekly progress monitoring checklist, student grade tracking, and observations of academic language usage. Results indicate that the co-teaching model effectively improved student outcomes. The findings underscore the value of collaborative teaching and explicit language instruction in enhancing LTELs' academic performance and engagement. These results suggest that incorporating co-teaching models more broadly could provide consistent and effective support for LTEL students across various content areas. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Co-teaching in Multilingual Programs, LTELs, Action Research in ESOL Joshua Schulze | Annie Delbridge | Jessica Dougherty professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13755 Victims of Racism: Loneliness and Physical Health Tandy Tillinghast 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Abstract
Every year, one out of four or five marginalized adult Americans is insulted, intimidated, harassed, assaulted, or murdered due to bigotry (Ehrlich 2009). Specifically, hate crimes in Oregon (DOJ, 2023) and nationally continue increasing (Kena & Thompson, 2021). To complicate the issue, racism effects social isolation (Singh et al., 2022) and loneliness impacts physical health as much as obesity or smoking (Cacioppo, J.T. in Adams, 2016; Hawley & Cacioppo, 2010). However, no research has studied the effects of racism on loneliness and physical health, and if intercessions would mediate these effects. This study considers the effects of hate crimes on victims, investigating associations between the variables of racism, loneliness, and physical health, along with interventions like Restorative Justice. By analyzing existing research from the 2022 and 2021 Bias Crimes Reports (Kerodal, et al., 2023 and 2022), the Tableau Public data analysis tool, and recent 2023 qualitative data from reports to the Bias Response Hotline (BHR), the researcher employed mixed methods analyses. Consequently, the path model proposes racial hate crimes (n=1,168 reports to BRH) effect isolation and alienation (272), which harm physical health (158). Furthermore, interventions (142) advanced transformative strategies for victims. These results verify that Bias Crimes and Incidents involving race comprise the majority of hate crimes. This study is the first to examine qualitative data from the BRH from 2023 and address the research gap by investigating racism and its effects on social isolation and physical health concurrently. While limited, this analysis responds to the requests of experts in diverse fields, including ethnicity and race, social science, social neuroscience, psychology, biological psychiatry, and public health to scrutinize the effects of racism on loneliness, and the consequences of both on physical health. Therefore, the researcher recommends the following: agencies collect added data on victims of bias crimes and their recovery; that scholars conduct longitudinal research on the three variables, perhaps using path analyses; and further inquiry on less overt forms of racism and their effects. Given extensive research in wide-ranging fields on two of the three factors, future studies should advance the multidisciplinary theoretical framework proposed here for investigating correlations between isolation, physical health, and interventions like Restorative Justice, for survivors of racism.
Keywords: hate crimes, bias crimes, racism, victim, loneliness, social isolation, physical health, intervention, Restorative Justice, and Multidisciplinary Theoretical Framework. professional_project | Master of Science in Justice Studies professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13754 Trauma Informed Practices: A Learning Module for educators of Children Birth Through age 5 Tammy Frank 8/1/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Abstract
This project explores resilience in individuals who have faced significant childhood adversity, driven by personal experiences and academic research at Western Oregon University. By examining why some overcome adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) with minimal long-term effects while others suffer severe consequences, the research identifies solid positive relationships as a key factor. To address the lack of resources for early childhood educators, the project develops a trauma-informed care (TIC) learning module that equips educators with the knowledge and skills to foster resilience and mitigate ACEs' effects. The project highlights the importance of understanding how a child's brain develops and emphasizes the importance of accessible, evidence-based strategies, nurturing relationships, and addressing educators' well-being. Personal reflections reveal significant growth in understanding trauma, enhancing empathy, and developing leadership skills, with future improvements aimed at enhancing module interactivity and resource integration to create more supportive educational environments for children facing adversity. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Joshua Schulze | Kathryn Morgan | David Jenkins professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13753 Tier 2 Intervention and Differentiation in a Diverse Elementary Classroom Samuel C. Connor 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project aims to lessen the achievement gap for upper elementary students in reading. Through evidence-based reading interventions and a blended learning model, students will receive the adequate knowledge and skills they need in order to make sufficient progress towards grade-level goals. Over a course of two years, the amount of students in the "low-risk" category increased, while the "some" and "high-risk" categories decreased. In addition to reading interventions, factors such as student attendance, the importance of a schoolwide approach, and effective classroom management are addressed.
This project also notes the importance of early reading interventions for students in low-economic communities, and from diverse backgrounds. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction elementary, intervention, differentiation Joshua Schulze | Melissa Frank | Chelsea Lally professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13752 Hearts of Gaming Nicholas Werner 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. I use a video game mod to help teach digital literacy and history. The game I would used as a basis for the mod is called Hearts of Iron IV. Modding is making alterations to the program code of a video game. This game is based on World War II (WWII) and the lead-up to the war. Students play as a nation and navigate it during this time frame. My goal is for students to also learn geography and major events like the Nazi German annexation of Czechoslovakia, and social skills like working on a team. CC-BY-NC-SA (attribution, non-commercial, share alike) professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Digital Literacy, History, Video games Joshua Schulze | Gregory Zobel | Marcus Wenzel professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13751 How New Educators Are Incorporating Technology into Their Post Covid Classrooms Nancy Morales 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project focuses on the use of technology within a classroom of a newer teacher who started their teaching post COVID. It looks at research that has already been done in the field in regards to teacher attitudes toward technology, student attitude towards technology, and ways in which students can benefit through the use of technology in the classroom. The teacher uses technology tools that she has not used before in order to through observations reflect in how these tools have been beneficial or not. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction technology tools, self-efficacy, student attitudes Joshua Schulze | Gregory Zobel | Marcus Wenzel professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13750 Examining the Impact of Arts-Based Programs as Intervention for At-Risk and System-Involved Juveniles McKenzie E. Nickerson 6/1/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Hundreds of thousands of delinquent youths encounter the juvenile justice system every year. In 2021, the United States juvenile justice system dealt with 437,300 cases, indicating an 8% rise in juvenile delinquency cases since the year 1960 (Hockenberry & Puzzanchera, 2024). The juvenile justice system has its foundation built upon rehabilitation as opposed to punishment, and arts-based methods of rehabilitation are showing promise in helping delinquent participants. This study aims to explore the benefits that at-risk and system-involved juveniles may attain from participating in arts-based programs. This exploratory inquiry utilized a systematic literature review process. Literature was collected from various online databases and other sources. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were then applied to narrow down the selection of literature. A deductive content analysis method was then employed to identify common positive themes across the chosen studies. Findings of this project determined that three themes were discovered upon the deductive content analysis in the final sample of the literature, and they were (a) positive engagement with adult role models, peers, family, and the community; (b) improvement in self-esteem; and (c) emotional regulation. These findings emphasize the importance of upholding and further developing arts-based programs for the benefit of at-risk and system- involved juveniles who participate in them.
Keywords: juveniles, at-risk, system-involved, arts-based programs, intervention, literature review professional_project | Master of Arts in Criminal Justice arts-based programs, juvenile justice, literature review professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13749 Effects of ELD Strategies and practice in mathematics Marissa Hawk 6/1/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. I chose ELD strategies based on specific research and implemented these strategies into the area of mathematics in my own classroom. I collected data to determine effectiveness of strategies. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction ELD, Mathematics, ELD in mathematics Joshua Schulze | Molly Griffo | Noah Hall professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13748 Crafting a 12th-Grade Curriculum to Fill Diverse Literature Gaps in High School English Mackenzee Collins 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This professional project outlines the creation of a comprehensive high school English curriculum focused on promoting diversity and inclusivity through literature. The curriculum features eight units, each addressing significant literary gaps by incorporating voices and perspectives traditionally marginalized in the literary canon: Native American Literature, Intersectional Feminist Literature, Travel Literature, Dystopian Literature Rooted in Non-Western Culture, LGBTQ+ Literature, Environmental Literature, Graphic Novels, and Spoken Word Poetry. The project emphasizes critical thinking, empathy, and cultural awareness, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of diverse experiences and social issues. Additionally, detailed lesson plans ensure that the curriculum meets diverse learning needs. Ultimately, this project reflects a commitment to creating dynamic and meaningful educational experiences that empower students and prepare them for an increasingly diverse and complex world. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Literacy Education high school English, multicultural education, intersectionality Joshua Schulze | Jacyln Caires-Hurley | Kristin Simeone-Myhre professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13747 The Pre- and Post-release Impact of Religious Programming on Inmates in America Kyla R. Riddle 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. With levels of religiosity declining among the American population, the impact and significance of religion within the American correctional system must be questioned. This study investigates the effect of inmate involvement in religious programming on the inmates’ behaviors, attitudes, and institutional relationships during incarceration and recidivism rate post-release. This allows for consideration into the worth and effectiveness of religious programming as a form of rehabilitative programming within the American correctional system. This was done through the compilation and analysis of online journal articles and published research containing secondary data relating to the variables. Articles were coded to allow for themes to be analyzed across the literature. Findings revealed that there is a negative relationship between religious programming and crime, delinquency, and institutional misconduct, and there is a positive relationship between religious programming and adjustment and coping as well as prosocial attitudes and behaviors. Recidivism was found to have a nuanced relationship with religious programming posited to be due to extraneous variables, but it was generally found to also have a negative relationship with the independent variable. This study presents a unique perspective regarding the topic of religion and crime, specifically, the impact of religious programming on the lives of inmates during and after release and offers suggestions for future research and application of findings to the operation and further support of religious programming within American correctional institutions.
Keywords: religious programming, behaviors, attitudes, institutional relationships, recidivism, incarceration, rehabilitation, religion, crime, corrections professional_project | Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Omar Melchor-Ayala | Mari Sakiyama | Terry Gingerich professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13746 Teaching Social and Emotional Learning through a Children's Book Kara Bartlett 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This is a children's book that was written to help teach social emotional learning skills. The story is about a young girl who discovers some components that make accessing the playground difficult for children based on their different needs. The story helps teach empathy, problem solving, relationship skills and decision making to young kids who are reading it. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Social Emotional Learning, Children's story, SEL Joshua Schulze | Kristen Pratt | Charlene Herron professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13745 Restorative Justice in the U.S. Correctional System: Proposing an Integrated Model Josefine M. Smith 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. High recidivism rates and harsh prison conditions in the United States (U.S.) led to an interest in exploring pathways to improve incarceration outcomes. As incarceration will continue to be utilized within the U.S., restorative justice (RJ), a practice focusing on repairing the harm caused by crime through conversations between offenders, victims, and communities, has rapidly grown in use within criminal justice systems. While researchers commonly discuss the positive impact RJ can have on incarceration outcomes, it remains unknown how specifically RJ could be used to improve correctional facilities. This study serves to provide an updated review of the literature on restorative justice within correctional facilities globally, to offer effective recommendations for the United States. Examining 177 secondary sources from a variety of academic databases, this professional paper extracted common themes and findings into a spreadsheet, to guide the structure of this study and its recommendations. The findings indicate that further integrating restorative justice within correctional facilities will, at the least, have no impact on incarceration outcomes. Current incarceration approaches are not benefitting or properly serving the United States, findings from this study call for a more standardized integration of restorative justice within correctional facilities and criminal justice systems. CC-BY-NC-SA (attribution, non-commercial, share alike) professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Educational Technology Restorative Justice, Corrections, United States Omar Melchor-Ayala | Mari Sakiyama | Terry Gingerich professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13744 School Resource Officers: What is the Impact? Jillian Harris 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. School resource officers (SROs) are a common presence in U.S public school systems today. The use of SROs is a perceived solution to safety threats and discipline for students. High numbers of SROs are integrated in public schools without extensive investigative research supporting their effectiveness and impact on students. To measure students’ feelings of safety and student outcomes as it intersects with SRO presence, public data from Oregon Department of Education is analyzed. Student offense data in 12 public school districts in Oregon is collected. Each school district is analyzed to identify current SRO presence, or if the SRO was removed during the school year 2021-2022. Student offense data is compared across the school years examined to synthesize any impacts SROs have on student offense and discipline data in the specific rural and urban school districts selected. Findings of the research conclude lower numbers of student offenses in school districts where SRO presence was removed in the 2021-2022 school year. The findings also show higher numbers of student offenses for non-white identifying students. These findings provide nuanced insight into the complex relationship between law enforcement in public schools and how it impacts the students. Measuring potential negative impacts to students who experience discipline and law enforcement contact is an essential part of determining how impactful SRO presence is for public school students. professional_project | Master of Science in Justice Studies professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13743 Creating a Framework For A Girls In STEM After School Club Jenna Bowman 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In this project I designed a framework for a Girls in STEM club. This club was designed with the intent to provide a space for female elementary students to collaborate and grow in their STEM practices. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: STEM Education Joshua Schulze | Peter Henning | Audrey Foley professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13742 Social Studies and Social-Emotional Learning in Alternative Education Jaylene A. Vegas-Kentner 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project aims to create a social studies curriculum incorporating social-emotional learning principles for secondary students, particularly at an alternative school. After researching, I have found a few curriculum options for secondary teachers where social-emotional learning is embedded in their subject area. Most available social-emotional learning curriculums are their entities and are typically created for elementary students. This project can offer different strategies to develop a curriculum that combines content curriculum and social-emotional learning to support secondary educators and their students. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction SEL, Rural Education Joshua Schulze | Margaret Nesbit | Kenneth Carano professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13721 Navigating Culturally Relevant Writing Instruction in White Dominant Spaces Heather Bellinger 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This professional project explores student-centered and culturally relevant writing instruction practices and implements such strategies into a semester-long writing curriculum. The writing curriculum is designed to be used by College Now high school teachers for college-credit awarded ELA courses and other educators who are in need of writing curriculum and/or instructional strategies.
The second part of this professional project is a preliminary reflective research project. The author observes and reflects on their experiences teaching in a less diverse school, where the student population is primarily white, middle/high socioeconomic status, and culturally and ideologically similar. The author attempts to gather qualitative data from participants in a survey for faculty members at the same school, and reflects on what themes and patters emerged as well as next steps for future research. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Culturally Relevant Teaching, SOAPSTone, Teaching in White Dominant Spaces Josh Schulze | Melanie Landon-Hays | Debra Radtke professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13720 The Impacts of COVID-19 on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services, Survivors and Advocates Erin A. Ritchie 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Domestic and sexual violence impact approximately one in four women and one in seven men in the United States. In response, community-based agencies dedicated to serve survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault provide confidential services including safety planning, emotional support, shelter, and resources. During the COVID-19 pandemic, calls to law enforcement and these agencies concerning domestic violence surged. Consequently, agencies had to adapt their services to address the COVID-19 social distancing policies and the increasing frequency and severity of violence faced by survivors. Through an analysis of research articles, key themes emerged regarding shifts in service provision and their effects on survivors and agency staff. Findings reveal that agencies transitioned to include remote service provision, reduced shelter capacity, and scaled back mobile advocacy services. Survivors encountered barriers in accessing services due to heightened monitoring by abusers, limited availability of emergency shelters, and decreased in-person mobile advocacy response to other service providers. Advocacy staff experienced unsustainable levels of stress, inadequate access to personal protective equipment, and high turnover rates. These findings underscore the urgent need for increased funding and capacity for domestic violence and sexual assault agencies, as well as improved policies for disaster and crisis response. CC-BY (attribution) professional_project | Master of Science in Justice Studies gender-based violence, community-based advocacy, survivor-centered advocacy professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13719 Prosecutorial Discretion And Accountability Ellyn House 6/1/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Prosecutors are the representatives of the state when a crime has been committed. They have substantial discretion to enforce the law with criminal penalties; it empowers prosecutors to determine whether to bring charges against individuals suspected of committing crimes, what charges to file, and whether to negotiate plea bargains, (Kremens, 2021). Current research and literature on prosecutorial discretion in the United States examine its pivotal function in the criminal justice system; while some studies emphasize its potential for ensuring efficiency and justice, others raise concerns about its potential for bias and inconsistency, underscoring the importance of oversight. There is a rich potential for growth in the literature surrounding prosecutorial discretion practices. This study aims to investigate prosecutorial discretion at the state level and answer the three research questions: what factors influence prosecutorial discretion, what laws limit discretion or what policy guides decision-making, and how do the factors that influence discretion impact plea-bargaining? This study used secondary data analysis, with a focus on state-level prosecution. The literature focused on state-level discretion was limited; federal studies were supplemented to make meaningful comparisons. Results indicate that discretion is primarily guided by legal factors; however, there is support showing social factors may play into the decision-making of prosecutors. There is also a limited amount of law and established policy to limit and guide discretionary decision-making. The implications of this study include the lack of transparency of prosecutorial policy, accountability, and reviewability of the decisions prosecutors make. professional_project | Master of Science in Justice Studies prosecutorial discretion, the Lucifer Effect, limitations professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13718 Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Chào mừng!: Using culturally inclusive language acquisition strategies to promote academic language use for when everyone in your classroom Derek Daniel 9/1/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English, Spanish, Vietnamese https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. With this professional project, my goal is to create and use culturally inclusive language acquisition strategies to leverage the academic language proficiency levels for all students within a non-ELD high school classroom, specifically an AVID classroom. I will use research of best practices from language acquisition theory, language acquisition strategies, and cultural responsive teaching to influence my revision and creation of resources. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: ESOL Language acquisition, culturally responsive pedagogy, academic language Joshua Shulze | Kristen Pratt | Jessica Dougherty professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13717 Strategic Play: Advancing Teacher Professional Development in K-5 Digital Game-Based Learning Connor Eyler 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project provides elementary school teachers with a comprehensive guide to incorporating Digital Game-Based Learning (DGBL) into their classrooms. The project addresses the evolving educational landscape by creating an accessible instructional booklet that covers the benefits and core principles of DGBL, digital game selection and alignment with Common Core State Standards, practical implementation techniques, and methods for assessing student learning through digital games. The booklet synthesizes current research and narrows down the best practices for DGBL implementation to offer actionable insights and strategies. This project aims to enhance professional development, promote innovative teaching methods, and prepare young learners for the digital age by equipping educators with the necessary tools and knowledge. CC-BY-NC (attribution, non-commercial) professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Instruction, elementary students, games Gregory Zobel | Joshua Schulze | Dana Ulveland professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13716 Belief in Meritocracy and Criminal Sentencing Decisions: Bias in Punitive Criminal Sentencing Attitudes Cole Horning 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Criminal sentencing in the United States of America is a subjective process involving multiple parties contributing to decisions to convict, incarcerate, and determine the length of incarceration. Decisions regarding criminal sentencing have a substantial impact on individual and community welfare. The US has an issue with over incarceration particularly among minority communities, contributing to the US holding the largest incarcerated population in the world. The determinants of criminal sentencing decisions are researched to understand and rectify over incarceration and inequality in incarceration within the US. Individual biases and punitive attitudes are examined for their impact on criminal sentencing decisions. Hierarchy-legitimizing myths are related to individual bias and punitive attitudes to determine correlation. Bias within criminal sentencing is examined to determine prevalence of racial, socioeconomic, age, and gender bias therein. Hierarchy-legitimizing myths result in biases that impact individual perceptions regarding defendant culpability and risk of future crime. Punitive vengeance attitudes predispose individuals to prefer harsh and lengthy criminal sentencing decisions. Personal belief in hierarchy-legitimizing myths and punitive vengeance attitudes are correlated. The direct connections between hierarchy-legitimizing myths and criminal sentencing decisions are not well understood. Some studies suggest a potential bias against low-income individuals in the US criminal justice system. Findings suggest that varied personal attitudes have an outstanding impact on criminal sentencing decisions. To reduce the harm caused by unequal and harsh criminal sentencing decisions, the goals of criminal sentencing need to be systematized and the influence of bias reduced by removing considerations of future crime risk from these decisions. professional_project | Master of Science in Justice Studies criminal justice, punitive attitudes, meritocracy Misty Weitzel professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13715 Creating Engagement in a Secondary Mathematics Classroom Cheyenne Gordon 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This professional project is an examination of how I, as a secondary mathematics educator, can create more engagement within my classroom. This project aims to present research and conclusions that will assist with increasing knowledge in the field of education to fill the persistent void of student engagement that continues to be referenced as a problem that many educators experience within their classrooms. Although this professional project is specifically examining the subject area of mathematics, the research and conclusions outlined in this project can be universally reviewed and utilized by any subject area teacher or educational professional. professional_project | Master of Science in Education engagement, mathematics, education Joshua Schulze | Rachel Harrington | Gregory Zobel professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13714 Rebuilding Teacher Morale: The Benefits of Integrating Social and Emotional Learning into Core Academics for Educators and their Students Charly Sturgeon 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project examines the impact of situating Social Emotional Learning into the operational curriculum within the elementary school classroom. The context for this project is based in the rural community of the Morrow County School District and addresses the issues related to prioritizing academic standards over social and emotional learning competencies. The purpose of this study is to explore the positive effects of integrated SEL and academic curriculum on student academic performance, problem behaviors, and teachers’ feelings of demoralization. This project makes an effort to address the rising rate of teacher attrition through the implementation of an integrated curriculum that focuses on the education of the whole child.
Keywords: Social/emotional learning (SEL), self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision making, student engagement, demoralization, burnout, autonomy, integrated curriculum design CC-BY-NC-ND (attribution, non-commercial, no derivatives) professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Early Childhood Education SEL, Demoralization, Integrated Curriculum Design Josh Schulze | Rachel Harrington | Cindy Ryan professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13713 Literacy Learning Through Playful Inquiry and Exploration Carlee A. Quade 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. My professional project details the actions I took to create a new literacy practice in my first grade classroom. I used playful inquiry and exploration to guide my new practice- playful literacy. Students used play to incorporate their ideas into their learning as well as foster an imaginative environment. By using purposeful play, students were able to find many new topics to write and read about. I used many forms of research to determine what would be best for my students and how I could become a better literacy teacher. This project takes place a Title I school in a class of 24 first grade students in Beaverton School District. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Reading early elementary, purposeful play, literacy in K-2 Joshua Schulze | Andrea Emerson | Ya-Fang Cheng professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13712 The Science of Reading in Small Groups: A Professional Development for Teachers Callie Doerfler 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. As an elementary school teacher, I have noticed that myself and many of my colleagues do not have a firm understanding of how students learn to read. Student reading scores are below 40% on a national, state, and school scale. In response to this, I researched effective small group interventions, as well as the Science of Reading to see what the best practices are for teaching reading; particularly in a small group setting. I used that research to design a Professional Development for the teachers in my school that not only condensed the research, but gave practical strategies for each area of reading. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Reading SOR, interventions, reading small groups Joshua Schulze | Chloe Hughes | Taylor Kramer professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13711 Using Culturally Diverse Children's Picture Books to Teach Social Emotional Literacy Brandi Mitchell 6/12/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project consists of using Culturally Diverse Picture Books to teach Social Emotional Literacy as a contribution to educational reform. The need for Social Emotional Learning is exponential, but the amount of time to teach it is limited. This project demonstrates combining Social Emotional Learning into English Language Arts using Culturally Diverse Picture books to meet the needs of the whole child. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum Joshua Schulze | Cindy Ryan | Anne Ittner professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13710 The Effectiveness of Gender-Specific Treatments for Incarcerated Males and Females with Mental Health Disorders Bahnafsha Sherzai 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Gender-specific treatment is a type of treatment that is created or modified in response to a person’s gender, which, when used correctly, can have a positive impact on recidivism rates and reintegration into society for inmates in the criminal justice system. Research has shown that males and females are different in terms of how they experience mental health disorders (Stiawa, 2020) and that females are more agreeable to mental health treatment compared to males (Drapalski et al., 2009; Grella et al., 2009). The purpose of the current study was to examine gender-specific treatment programs for males and females and their effectiveness. A comparative analysis was conducted to show the different treatment programs, their outcomes if they were gender-specific, and the effectiveness of treatment. Ten programs were evaluated, and findings showed that three programs were more effective for female inmates in reducing mental health symptoms and recidivism rates, two programs were more effective for male inmates in reducing drug use, crime rates, and increased mental health stability and one program was equally effective for both males and females by reducing recidivism rates. The other four programs evaluated did not specify a gender-specific approach in their treatment; however, three out of the four programs were effective in reducing mental health symptoms, hospitalization, and community adjustment. These findings are significant because they show how gender-specific treatment should be accessible for both male and female inmates, as they deserve adequate treatment for their mental health disorders. However, more programs should take gender into consideration as the results showed that only six out of the ten programs recognized gender in their treatment. professional_project | Master of Arts in Criminal Justice professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13709 Availability of Sexuality Education Materials for Incarcerated Adults: Providing Recommendations for a Comprehensive Education Amanda M. Mooney 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Sexual literacy is the understanding of sexuality in all areas, from sexual health to anatomy. Adults in custody (AIC) have historically been shown to have low rates of sexual literacy and an abundance of unhealthy sexual habits. Despite this, there is no targeted curriculum to improve the sexual literacy rates or sexual practices of AICs in the United States. This paper aimed to determine any resources that are accessible for AICs to address these concerns. The results showed that there are not many; however, there are targeted research articles discussing how AICs interact with various elements of human sexuality. This paper combined those research articles with human sexuality Open Educational Resources (OER) to create a Comprehensive Sexual Education (CSE) for AICs. This intervention is targeted at young, incarcerated males in the state of Oregon; however, there is abundant possibility to generalize this program to other incarcerated populations. The developed program consists of an informative lecture(s), activities, and discussion questions, all targeted at increasing sexual literacy, improving sexual health, and providing a strong foundation for participants to build strong intimate relationships. Based on the developed curriculum, possibilities for future research, limitations, and recommendations for other programs and policy changes are discussed. CC-BY-NC-SA (attribution, non-commercial, share alike) professional_project | Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Omar Melchor-Ayala | Terry Gingerich | Mari Sakiyama professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13708 Implementation of Instructional Methods that Support Development of Reading Comprehension Strategies Breanna M. Roberts 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In this project is an application, analysis and critique of implementing multiple teaching methods in order to build students’ skills in reading comprehension strategies and the development of reading comprehension within my classroom. Decisions were informed based on the literature analyzing the effectiveness of Reciprocal Reading, reading comprehension strategies, explicit teaching, and group work. In the design methods of this project, is a creation of a curriculum that is based on the literature and is modeled after the multicomponent teaching method—Reciprocal Reading. In the application of this project, the curriculum was implemented and students learned and practiced reading strategies in small groups. After a review of the data collected, positive growth was shown in group teamwork, understanding of reading comprehension strategies, and reading comprehension. professional_project | Master of Science in Education: Reading reading comprehension, comprehension strategies, reciprocal reading Joshua Schulze | Melanie Landon-Hays | Annie Delbridge professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13707 Teaching Mathematics with A Citizenship Focus Valeria Romero Prada 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This document is an action research project that studies a teacher’s growth during one year. The purpose of this document was to examine the use of citizenship education in the mathematics classroom to make learning mathematics relevant to students. The goal was to look at my current teaching practices and improve them to guarantee my students were having relevancy in the classroom. Two specific questions were analyzed through numerous data sources including lesson plans, personal journals, and university feedback. Looking at these data and understanding it was key to improve my teaching and answer my research questions: Why should I include citizenship education in my lessons? And how can I include citizenship education in the mathematics classroom to make it more relevant? action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) relevant pedagogy, relevancy in mathematics Joshua Schulze | Michael Jennings action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13706 Promoting Student Agency and Engagement Through the Use of Inquiry Based Learning in the Science Classroom Terry Marcey 6/1/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This Action Research Project seeks to determine ways that inquiry based instructional practices can benefit students in the science classroom. The specific research question of this study is: How can inquiry based instructional practices be used as a mechanism to increase student engagement and agency? In this study, I analyzed themes from a variety of artifacts of data that I collected from self-generated sources such as lesson plans and external data sources such as formal observation feedback from my mentors throughout this program. I used a literature search to conduct an analysis of the evidence of inquiry based practices promoting student engagement and learning and student sense of agency. After analyzing the literature I performed a data analysis of the artifacts I collected to determine key themes related to three scientific inquiry practices: asking questions and defining problems, planning and conducting investigations, and developing and using models. I also analyzed the data for themes related to two InTASC teaching standards: Learner Differences and Learning Environments. I sought to answer how I can better connect with my students individually, engage them in meaningful learning tasks that are relevant to their life experiences and cultural backgrounds, and facilitate a greater sense of student agency through providing more choice in the learning tasks that students engage in. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Danny Ortiz action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13705 What is Driving Student Motivation?: Improving Motivation in Physical Education Sam DuPuis 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. My project aimed to determine how physical educators can help improve student motivation. Looking at motivational theories, student data and personal reflections, I was able to find information that supports theory and research to help students motivation and engagement during classes. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Physical education, Motivation, Engagement Amber Deets | Joshua Schulze | Gay Timken action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13704 Inclusion of Students with Autism in Mainstream General Education Classrooms Robert Michael Redfield 6/14/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This action research project sought to discover which pedagogical practices and strategies were best for students with autism in my sixth grade general education classroom. A review of the relevant literature failed to provide any actionable strategies beyond the generalized, yet ubiquitous, findings that inclusion of students with autism in a general education classroom with their typically developing peers is beneficial to all students in the classroom. In an effort to supplement the gap of knowledge in the extant literature, I subsequently embarked upon a data collection effort in my classroom that, in theory, would help elucidate the nature and efficacy of placing students with autism in a general education classroom. While some students with autism succeeded in a general education classroom, others did not. In order for students with autism to be successfully included in general education classrooms, teachers will need to utilize various pedagogical strategies and create detailed support plans that go beyond a student’s IEP. Likewise, school districts will need to cope with the gap between theory and practice by ensuring sufficient paraprofessional support for each student with autism, while providing teachers and paraprofessionals with the training and tools they need to create the inclusive classroom mandated by law. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Classroom, Autism, Inclusion Xiaopeng Gong | Amy Bowden action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13703 Game On: Boosting Student Engagement in Secondary Social Studies through Gamification Ricardo Armadillo 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This action research project explores gamification in a secondary social studies environment. The author examines if adding games to classes increases levels of engagement and interest in the content area. Research has shown that with the appropriate games, engagement levels have substantially grew within the classroom. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) gamification, social studies, increased engagement Joshua Schulze | Tatiana Jenson action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13702 INCREASING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT BY SUPPORTING NEEDS Raphael F. Concha Garcia 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English, Spanish https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This project's primary goal was to prioritize students by giving them the resources they needed to assist their social and emotional development and encourage constructive behavior. The normal standards, which are appropriately drafted and governed in accordance with each state or school district, can help teachers achieve this. In order to help students learn Spanish and increase their engagement, this study project examined classroom techniques and procedures in detail while taking into account the students' social environments. Supporting students' behavioral, social, and emotional needs was positively correlated with higher levels of student involvement, according to a number of studies and research projects (Adamson & Lewis, 2017). My objective was to thoroughly examine the process of teaching English as a second language in my classrooms. I attentively took notes and gathered necessary data in order to do this. I used a range of resources, including Vygotsky scaffolding (Nordlof, 2014), to come to relevant findings. Furthermore, I gathered all the data and findings required to carry out an exhaustive analysis. I recorded students' work in groups, pairs, and individually to bolster my research. Lastly, in order to enable a thorough investigation and the formulation of critical conclusions that would benefit all students and teachers, I closely examined the efficacy of the various tactics used. My main objective was to ensure that this research would be of tremendous use to future educators in helping students and addressing behavioral issues related to social and emotional development in our classrooms. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Cajabamba, Paramonga, North Bend. Xiaopeng Gong | Dustin Hood action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13681 Exploring the Educational Benefits of Ocarina Instruction: A Focus on Musical Reading Comprehension in Elementary Students Nikita Williams 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This research study examined the connection between students' growth in musical reading
comprehension and their advancement through the skill set of playing the ocarina. The students
involved were 24 fourth- and fifth-grade students in a blended class in a small rural K-8 school.
For six weeks, students learned how to read and play nursery rhymes using their ocarinas to
use as a tool to learn the staff notes on the treble clef. Students' other skills during the unit
were rhythm reading skills, song recognition, and aural skills, such as repeating songs and scales. They
performed a 15-bar melody using standard music notation and using color-coded fingering
charts as reference for the notes. The music classes were taught in person, with 30-minute classes
three days a week for six weeks. They started their songs during the fourth week and performed
them during the last week of the study. Students were asked to submit exit tickets periodically
during the study to assess their progress in learning to read notes on the staff and ocarina
fingerings. We had several playtests and written tests during this time to help identify which
skills the students had mastered. The findings of the study showed nearly 52% of students could
pass a post-test of 80% or higher of just staff notes knowledge, 14% scored 50%-60%, and 33%
scored under 60% on their final written assessment. Most students did score above 70% on all
playtests, while 30% needed to retake a section of the playtests. The results of the study have
important implications for music teachers. CC-BY-NC (attribution, non-commercial) action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Ocarina, Classroom instruction Xiaopeng Gong | Jean Elliot action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13680 Increase Student Engagement in High School Business Classes Through Providing Real-Life Connections to Students Nadia J. Ceballos McLeod 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This action research paper aims to “Increase Student Engagement in High School Business Classes Through Providing Real-Life Connections to Students” using bell hook’s engagement pedagogy theory. This study evaluates students' responses to different engagement strategies to promote learning and connect what they learn with their life environment.
The data collected during the study show positive results using lesson plans, visuals, videos, games, pair-and-share, and group discussions. A student survey reflected an increase in the levels of positive engagement in classroom instruction, which was a great accomplishment. There was also a definite establishment of connectivity between concepts learned by the students and how they translated them to their real-life environment. As a teacher, I know there is always room for improvement, and we must continue to evolve and grow as our students keep evolving and changing. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Engagement, Business, Connections Xiaopeng Gong | Jennifer Dixon action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13679 A Study of Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices Melanie Oakes 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This action research project explores the implementation and impact of culturally responsive teaching practices in a high school English Language Arts classroom. The purpose of this project is to study how relevant content and application and if it motivates students to connect and engage in class. The methodology of this project is reflecting on classroom artifacts such as observation data, personal journals, and instructional materials. The findings were a mix of positive student responses to content they could personally engage with and relate to, but it did not significantly affect student output or motivation for completion of work. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Culturally responsive teaching, culturally relevant teaching, motivation and engagement Joshua Schulze | Brandis Piper action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13678 Bravery in Teaching: Climate Science Reality Mel Spring 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In an era where the impacts of climate change are increasingly
undeniable, the need to cultivate environmental stewardship and critical thinking
among students has never been more pressing. This action research project,
titled "Bravery in Teaching: Climate Science Reality," aims to explore and
evaluate the integration of climate science into the middle school curriculum,
with a specific focus on 7th-grade students. The project is driven by the
hypothesis that a comprehensive understanding of climate science, when woven
into the fabric of everyday learning, can empower students with the knowledge,
skills, and attitudes necessary to navigate and address the complexities of the
global climate crisis. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Climate change, integration with lessons, middle school Marie LeJeune | Michael Jennings | Joshua Schulze action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13677 Using a Multi-Genre Approach to Teaching Literature: Enhancing Motivation and Engagement Maya Hatton 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. (project does not require an abstract) This project was to learn more about how a multi-genre approach to teaching literature would influence student engagement and motivation. The results were that not all students are the same, nor do they have the same needs in the classroom. My conclusions from this project was that teacher reflection is essential for student growth, and that dynamic texts and points of view always need to be provided during learning segments to amplify the overll quality of learning in a classroom. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) multi-genre literature, motivating students, individualized education Joshua Schulze | Tracy Velez action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13676 Reading Motivation in Students Mary Driskell 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In my action research project, I will ask the following question: As a new teacher, how can I utilize book clubs for students who often have trouble reading any assigned books given out by their English Language Arts teachers? Book clubs consist of groups of 4 to 5 students who discuss what book they are reading by answering questions prepared by the teacher and any questions a student is curious about answering based off of the book they are reading. The purpose of this project is to examine the effectiveness of book clubs, and the goal is to help students discuss what they are reading with their book club groups. This goal ties to InTasc Standards #2 and #8, which will be discussed at length in this project.
So, book clubs are a classroom technique I implemented to help meet the needs of all my students. I learned how book clubs are a great way to encourage collaboration amongst students. As a new teacher, I was able to utilize book clubs in my 8th grade English Language Arts class by helping students to work together to solve difficult or subjective questions on their discussion handouts. My project focuses on the novel Animal Farm written by George Orwell. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Reading Motivation, Motivation, Book Clubs Joshua Schulze | Laura Kolodziejczak action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13675 A Place for Everyone: Exploring Diversity, Inclusivity and Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in the Theatre Classroom Madeline Williams 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This Action Research Project focuses on the year I spent as a teacher candidate in the theatre department that offered class to students in grades 9 through 12. I primarily explored the diversity in theatre curriculum and reflected on my own inclusive practices and implementation of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy. Through the analysis of collected artifacts I have been able to reflect on the initial design of my curriculum, lesson plans and activities and how they can be improved when implemented and taught in the classroom. I can conclude that the framework is present throughout my curriculum and lesson plans but only at an initial level. There are many missed opportunities that would have allowed for deeper connections to the student’s interests and ideas when looking at performance styles and patterns across them. I have to find the balance between fostering positive rapport with my students and asking them to engage with their outside interests in the classroom. I can also conclude that there is the opportunity for students to be exposed to diverse theatre practitioners but that as a leader in the classroom I need to make more intentional space to discuss their work and its importance in both historical and modern forms of theatre. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Theatre, Curriculum, Diversity action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13674 Implementing Inquiry-Based Learning in Social Studies Lindsey Shriner 6/14/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This research paper examines the instructional strategies and student outcomes of
inquiry-based learning (IBL) in social studies. The desired student outcome is to increase student
engagement in social studies. When considering my research question, I came to the conclusion
that I would like to find how to implement inquiry-based learning to raise perceived value, or
relevance, as a way to increase engagement, in my students’ relationship with social studies. In
connection with the INTASC standards, this question responds to standard #8: Instructional
Strategies. I often find that students do not enjoy social studies and I think that a large part of the
disdain for it is that people find it irrelevant and removed from their lives. I find that social
studies is the exact opposite; it is exactly the point, to study and learn about the historical events
that led us to our current and future moments. In integrating more inquiry-based learning,
students not only improve their awareness in life, but are allowed the option to dive into their
own curiosities and make history and the world around them more relevant.
Findings of the study showed there was an increase in student engagement in the content
through the implementation of inquiry-based learning instruction. This was due to an increase in
student responsibility and decision-making in their learning, as outlined in the principles of
inquiry-based learning. Student engagement increased with less structure placed on the
instruction and when students were asked to think more critically and engage with the content.
Through integrating more inquiry-based learning, students not only improve their awareness in
life, but are allowed the option to dive into their own curiosities and make history and the world
around them more relevant. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) inquiry-based learning Xiaopeng Gong | Tyler Bentley action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13673 Breaking Barriers: A critical exploration of race, curriculum, and inclusivity Lindsey Rivenes-Howard 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This action research project explores the intersection of teaching practices, inclusivity, and diverse perspectives within the classroom environment. Grounded in the standards outlined by the Council of Chief State School Officers' InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards and an in-depth analysis of Critical Race Theory, the project aims to evaluate and adjust instructional methods with the classroom to ensure equitable representation and foster inclusive learning environments. Through assessment and reflection, the project addresses implicit biases, promotes fair representation for all students, and integrates diverse perspectives into classroom discussions and learning materials. The findings from this research inform a comprehensive approach to teaching that prioritizes cultural responsiveness and empowers students to engage meaningfully with content and discourse, while presenting a path for continual growth and improvement. Ultimately, this project underscores the importance of continual reflection and adaptation in promoting student success and cultivating a positive and inclusive educational experience. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Critical Race Theory Joshua Schulze | Mair LeJeune action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13672 Critical Media Literacy Instruction in the Secondary Classroom Lance Lilly 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This paper documents an action research project performed by the author in pursuit of a Master of Arts in Teaching. The purpose of this project was to provide data for analysis and reflection to help refine and improve the author’s teaching practice. The action research was conducted in a high school social studies course, and focused on evaluating the success of various critical media literacy instruction strategies in a secondary classroom. The project utilized scholarship and literature examining critical media literacy, specifically, as it pertains to adolescents and their education. Three questions were developed to analyze and evaluate the research data: (1) What tasks interest and engage the students? (2) Which tasks allow students to practice and demonstrate critical analysis? (3) How can the importance and relevance of critical media literacy be effectively communicated to students? The results of the analysis and evaluation of the data sources were used to develop specific recommendations and revisions for the author’s future instruction of critical media literacy. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) critical media literacy, critical analysis Joshua Schulze | Amy Bowden action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13671 Songwriters in the Round: Centering Student Voices and Decolonizing Curriculum in the Secondary Music Classroom Kevin Fox 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Engaging students’ personal and cultural background and interests are crucial components of effective pedagogy and curriculum, especially as educators aim to improve the equity and accessibility of music courses. Utilizing the unique funds of knowledge students bring to the classroom has become a critical aspect of lesson planning and assessment for teachers across content areas. In this action research project, I aim to analyze how I engage student background and interests in traditional and non-traditional secondary music courses. My findings suggest that while I was successful in implementing student funds of knowledge and engaging both formal and informal content knowledge, the methods and purpose of each differed across traditional and non-traditional music courses. While a transformative approach to teaching inspired my planning and assessment, there is still more to be done for spreading more accessible forms of music education and teaching from unique cultural viewpoints. CC-BY-NC (attribution, non-commercial) action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) culturally relevant pedagogy, universal design of learning, music education Joshua Schulze | Silas Hassrick action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13670 An Investigation On The Effects Of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy On Low-Income Rural Students In The Science Classroom Jesse McMillin 12/1/2023 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This action research investigates the effects of Gloria Ladson-Billings’ Culturally
Relevant Pedagogy (CRP) framework on the academic outcomes of low-income rural students in a science classroom. CRP is a conceptualization of teaching that emphasizes three major themes: the commitment to student academic growth, the development of students cultural competence, and the cultivation of critical sociopolitical awareness. Through a four-week unit on the Sun-Earth-Moon system, this research examines how integrating CRP principles can enhance student engagement, promote academic growth, and connect key subject matter to students’ lives. This research was conducted in a Title 1 rural middle school in a classroom of sixteen 8th-grade students of diverse backgrounds academic needs and backgrounds. Findings from this research suggest that culturally relevant teaching strategies, such as incorporating indigenous storytelling and multimodal learning activities, significantly improve students’ interest and understanding of key scientific concepts. This research highlights the importance of CRP in addressing the unique challenges faced by low-income students and provides insight into how this framework translates from urban settings into a rural context. CC-BY (attribution) action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Culturally Relevant Pedagogy, Science Teaching, Low-income Learners Xiaopeng Gong | Tana Garcia action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13669 The Use of Technology Guided by the SAMR Model in the World Language Classroom to Increase Student Engagement Jenny Workman 6/14/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This research paper explores the implementation of technology in the Spanish classroom
and if the use of technology increases student engagement. As I planned lessons, I used the
SAMR Model developed by Rueben Puentedura to guide my decisions on when and what type of
technology to use to deepen student learning and increase engagement. My research question
guiding my study is: Does the appropriate use of technology increase student engagement in the
high school world language classroom? What types of technology do the students benefit from
the most? In my lessons, I used several forms of technology: Google Slides, Kahoot, Quizlet,
Blooket, YouTube videos, Book Creator, recorded student interviews, Google Earth, and various
websites like myspanishplans.org and Google images. I also explored ChatGPT to create several
lessons. . As I collected data during the four-week period, I studied two groups of students in a
Spanish 1 high school classroom. I measured three different types of engagement, behavioral,
cognitive, and emotional. I also kept a teaching journal for observations, highlighted areas in my
lesson plans where I used the SAMR Model to guide my planning, and at the conclusion of the
study, I gave a student survey to obtain student feedback. The results showed that using
technology in the classroom increases student engagement. Findings of the study should
encourage other teachers to implement technology in the world language classroom.
Keywords: world language, technology, SAMR Model, engagement action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xioapeng Gong | Dana Loso action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13668 Traditional VS. Suzuki Method: Which Method Of Teaching Is More Effective for Beginning Strings Gregory Eggleston 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This research paper dives into the differences between the Suzuki method, and the Traditional method of teaching beginning strings in a public school setting. The literature included professional insights on both teaching methods, as well as activities and strategies used within each teaching method that previous teachers have used to find success. The literature also covered building lesson plans and effective pacing for music instruction. Through reading the literature I discovered that the core of the Suzuki Method in the beginning stages is largely focused on teaching/learning by ear, and the core of the traditional method is learning through reading musical notation. Therefore, I crafted lesson sequences, exit tickets, and analysis documents to understand these two teaching methods and how they affected my classroom instruction, and the student’s education. My goal was to improve each student’s ear for intonation. It was found that using the Suzuki method that students were more likely to focus on the intonation and their finger placement rather than the notes they were playing. When learning using the Traditional method, students were less focused on intonation and more focused on the note names in the book. This resulted in less consistent intonation when using the traditional method. At the end students were also asked which style they preferred learning in, and 10/16 students stated that they would rather learn using the traditional method even though their intonation was not as strong. I recommend that all teachers start their beginning strings classes by teaching students by ear, before moving into the traditional method. This way, students get a stronger foundation of intonation before they get distracted while reading musical notation. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Richard Greenwood action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13667 BREAD AND ROSES: ON THE POWER OF CLASS STRUGGLE UNIONISM FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY Geovanny Tolentino 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. This paper is an action research project that examines the efficacy of an English Language Development teacher’s strategies to promote class struggle unionism and socialist theory in the classroom. The study also explores the implications of pursuing such a pedagogy. Is it effective? Is it professional? Do other educators view it as worthwhile? Is this approach reconcilable with a standards-based, inquiry-oriented curriculum? The research focuses on the teacher’s instructional methods in one designated ELD class. The educator, who has been teaching for two and a half years on a restricted license, specifically hoped to explore the efficacy of strategies in regards to Multilingual Learners of English (MLEs), who he saw as among the most exploited groups in a capitalist organization of the economy. After teaching his lessons and reviewing data samples, the teacher concluded that students are capable of learning dense concepts derived from socialist theory, including class formation, class struggle, and class struggle unionism. The most effective ways to accomplish this include sheltered strategies, multicultural representation, and open-ended discussion. A full chronology of the paper includes a philosophy of education, literature review, research methods, the presentation of findings, and a conclusion. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) class struggle, pedagogy, unions, labor movement, Multilingual Learners of English, strikes Joshua Schulze | Kenneth Carano action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13666 Supporting Students Mental and Emotional Well-being through the Implementation of Social Emotional Learning Garrett Netter 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. Social Emotional Learning is a strategy that has been at the forefront of new academic
practices throughout the United States and the world. The inclusion of Social Emotional
Learning into the classroom can greatly aid students in their lasting endeavors in many aspects such as students cognitive ability (Brackett and Rivers, 2014), many of the life skills needed for students' futures (Brush et al., 2021) and helps students develop and better understand their social, emotional and mental health (Domitrovich et al., 2022) . This research examined the effects of integrating SEL practices to social studies teaching in high school classrooms. Results showed that there was a slight difference between the class that had Social Emotional Learning implemented and the class that did not. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Social Emotional Learning Xiaopeng Gong | Ryan McCormack action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13665 Teaching with Culturally Sustaining Music in the Elementary Music Classroom Elijah A. Thompson 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In this project, I am investigating the impact of using repertoire and instruments from non-American countries to teach elementary music. I am exploring how students learn better or worse or differently by using materials from America versus from other countries. Some music or instruments will be from cultures the students are already familiar with or a part of, and others will be from cultures that they have not experienced much of before. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Culturally Sustaining, World Music Joshua Schulze | Rich Hernández action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13664 Fostering in the 21st Century Technology in the High School English Language Arts Classroom Baylee Groom 6/15/2024 Text; Image; StillImage English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. My ARP is over using technology in the classroom. I focused on how much that technology is used in classrooms, who is more likely to use technology in their classroom and the different ways of providing students with access to technology. Technology isn't something that is going away. It is always going to be advancing for the better which means it is up to the teachers to help equip our students with those skills. The students who are born in this generation and generations to come are going to be expected to use this technology in their workspace when they graduate. If they are not taught how to use it now they will be behind where their employers want them to be. This is why it is up to the teachers and schools to reflect on their teaching and figure out new and innovative ways of bringing technology into the classroom. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Digital Natives, Infographic, InTASC Joshua Schulze | Anna Grewe Davey action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13663 Responsibly Performing Music From Diverse Cultures Anna C. Smoll 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. ABSTRACT This Action Research Project explores culturally responsive teaching practices in secondary choral education. This capstone project explores my teaching philosophy and examines resources for responsibly performing diverse cultural music. Research methods include a survey of my choral music library and my last three years of choral music programming to analyze the diversity of countries, cultures, and languages represented. Findings reveal trends of overrepresented White and Western choral music with opportunities for inclusion in many areas. Keywords: Music Education, Diversity in Music Education, Culturally Responsive Music Education action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Music Education, Diversity in Education, Culturally Responsive Education Joshua Schulze | Danika Locey action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13662 Teaching Business Education and Career and Technical Education to Diverse Learners Abraham Diaz 6/15/2024 Text English https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en | Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. In this action research project, the topic will discuss teaching business education and other Career and Technical Education (CTE) fundamentals and literacy to diverse or multilinguistic students. The year-long research will divide the project into five chapters, an introduction, annotated bibliography, the project design, findings, and project reflection. The goal of the project is to discover the causes of diverse students not wanting to enroll in CTE coursework, such as business literacy courses. With the identified goal, it articulated three questions that will be answered. The first question will determine how I am going to provide instructional support for my diverse students choosing to participate in a business literacy or Career and Technical Education (CTE) fundamentals course? Another question will be what various methods would I offer in my culturally responsive classroom to my students? The last question will reveal where I have the ability to decrease the discontinuity existing for my diverse students in a business literacy class? The questions will be answered with scholarly articles by subject matter experts, data collections, and other evidence to support my claims. action_research | Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) CTE, diverse students Joshua Schulze | Jonathan Hohm action_research
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13638 dctype:Text Toward More Equitable Interpreter Training Sara Pressler Yurkovic American Sign Language | diversity | interpreting 3/22/2024 Text | Image; StillImage grad_051324b eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 3/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The demographics of ASL-English interpreters in the U.S. do not align with those of the American deaf population or of the U.S. population in general, with most interpreters being White, cisgender women. This discrepancy can leave consumers of interpreting services without culturally or experientially appropriate interpreting services and means that the field of interpreting is not generally welcoming to those outside of the current norm. Former interpreting students were surveyed and interviewed regarding their experiences in interpreter training programs. Participants were asked about the resources, strategies, and topics they had access to or desired as a part of their education, as well as interactions or experiences that hindered their success. In this paper, the strategies noted as helpful to a marginalized interpreter’s development are identified. These methods are shared as suggestions to interpreting faculty and staff as they seek to make their interpreting programs more equitable for all students. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Grace Casanova-Artl | Royce Carpenter thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13636 dctype:Text Imposter Syndrome, Confidence, Self-Talk, Oh My! The Benefits of Positive Self-Talk for Interpreters Jenna M. Vascimini Protheroe American Sign Language | interpreting | imposter syndrome 3/1/2024 Text | Image; StillImage grad_051324a eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 3/29/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ During my journey toward becoming an interpreter, I have discovered the complex relationship between confidence and imposter syndrome. This connection has had a strong impact on my short history as an American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpreter. In this action research project, I collected and analyzed data on the effects of positive self-talk before, during, and after interpreting jobs, and how this mindfulness can boost confidence, thereby decreasing imposter syndrome symptoms among interpreters. These data were collected via my personal journal over the course of nine months. Additionally, I discovered the effects of negative self-talk, and how that has impact as well. The goal of this action research was to shed light on the importance of positive self-talk for increasing confidence and self-esteem and for reducing imposter syndrome among interpreters. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith action_research
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13616 dctype:Text Fostering Latine Leadership in Organizations Priscila España leadership | ethnic diversity 2023 Text honors_20240228 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 02/28/2024, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Despite recent efforts to diversify higher education and government, there is still an underrepresentation of ethnic diversity at these institutions and organizations, particularly regarding leadership. As leadership skills become more prevalent in various organizations, and given the impact these institutions have on society, it is imperative that organizations make an effort to foster leadership development for Latines and other marginalized communities. Through the examination of five books on leadership, a personal reflection of my own experiences in leadership, and a final reflection of my future in leadership, the goal of this project is to provide Latine students wanting to become leaders, and organizations looking to foster Latine leadership, with the resources and knowledge to do so. Undergraduate Honors Thesis/Project Honors Emily Plec Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13611 dctype:Text Impact of Exposure to Type of Instagram User on Self-Esteem of Young Adults: An Experimental Study Claire Elise Ann Grieb Instagram | Self-esteem 2022-12-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The current study examines the effects of social media on self-esteem, comparing the impact of Influencers compared to typical individual postings. It was hypothesized that self-esteem scores would decrease for participants shown “Influencer” photos from high-profile accounts with over 10,000 followers or more, compared to exposure to “typical” accounts with less than 1,000 followers. Participants included 96 college students including 81 women, 12 men, and three non-binary individuals, ranging in age from 18-54 years (M age = 23.21 years, SD= 8.46). Participants were asked to complete the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Test (Rosenberg, 1965) before and after being randomly assigned to view “Influencer” or “typical” photos. Contrary to predictions, individuals exposed to influencer photos did not show decreases in self-esteem more so than individuals exposed to typical photos Mixed ANOVA F (1, 94) = .13, p > .05, η2 = .00. The current study showed that exposure to influencer photos did not decrease self-esteem. Undergraduate Honors Thesis Honors Chehalis Strapp Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13608 dctype:Text The Impact of Studying Abroad on Language Acquisition Skyler Hanson study abroad | language acquisition Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ As a student with former study abroad experience I can appreciate some of the many positives and negatives to learning another language through study abroad. In my opinion, studying abroad is one of the best ways to learn a second language because it immerses the learner in the language and surrounds them with lots of native speakers who can help with learning the language quickly and effectively. Language acquisition, host families, and active communication in a second language are all directly related to studying abroad and will all be examined through a variety of sources and studies. Language acquisition shows the academic advantages a person has gained from studying abroad because it indicates the capacity the person has to perceive and comprehend the language. In this experiential learning project, I will focus on my own experience studying abroad, comparing it with research from experts in the field. Studying abroad has such a large impact on language acquisition because the student is immersed in the language and culture, and because of that is able to experience benefits that will be highlighted through my own study abroad experience. Honors Thesis Claudia Costagliola Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13607 dctype:Text Labeling In The Queer Community: Does it Cause More Harm Than Good? Sharon Mann identity | exclusion Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Since the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States in 2015, there has been a paradigm shift in views from the LGBT community toward the usage of labels to define one's sexual identity or gender identity. Many factors could be behind why some individuals feel that labels are helpful and some do not, such as one's background. Factors such as socioeconomic background, ethnicity, cultural identity, gender, and even age can be attributed to the divide in viewpoints, which has, in turn, caused a divide within the community. This divide has caused debate over many topics within the LGBTQIA+ community, causing some individuals to feel excluded because of their views on label usage. This paper will examine the viewpoints within the LGBTQIA+ community toward the usage of labels. I will evaluate the extent of the discourse with the community, seeking to determine whether label usage is due to factors such as individuals' backgrounds or something else. Then I will use the evidence I have found from my sources to attempt to explain the main factors behind why people are so divided on the topic of label usage within the LGBT community. At the end of my paper, I hope to understand better and explain why some people find labels beneficial while others might find them harmful and what we can learn from those reactions. Honors Thesis Dana Schowalter Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13586 dctype:Text Teaching Empathy Through Children’s Literature: A Birthday Party for Weasel Savannah Jossi conflict resolution | children's literature Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text | Image;Still Image eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In recent years, the tensions between opposing groups, whether political, ideological, religious, or otherwise, have grown increasingly more contentious. Any realist must accept that those with rival ideologies cannot agree on everything, however, that does not mean that they cannot strive for peaceful coexistence. This is a lesson that must be taught to younger generations if we ever hope to overcome these conflicts that divide us. The beginning of this journey is an increase in empathy, an endeavor which I will contribute to with a children’s book that teaches the importance of finding common ground with those whom it might seem most difficult to do so. This book will be based on research of empathy and the impact that children’s literature has on young minds. I will be designing characters and scenarios that will provide children with an example of a conflict that they may be able to recognize from their own experiences. The illustrations that I create for the story will not only support this storyline, but emphasize the emotional states of the characters so that readers are better able to empathize with their situation. My work will result in a picture book designed to exemplify to children how they can empathize with others and use that ability to resolve conflict. Honors Thesis Marie LeJeune Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13585 dctype:Text The Ethical Implications of CRISPR/Cas Technology Sabrina Sam gene editing | ethics Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A fairly new and prevalent medical treatment is known as CRISPR/Cas, which utilizes enzymes to edit genes within a patient to help alleviate symptoms of a disease, or even cure it. These new ways of treatment are viewed as less harmful in the long run because there are fewer risks compared to traditional treatments of genetic larger diseases. However, the ethics behind this treatment are divided. Many believe there should be no gene-editing human intervention when it comes to treating diseases; others think it is a viable option for those who truly need it. In addition this technology is currently very expensive. This gives rise to ethical questions about the equity of its use and the fair access of this technique to all socioeconomic groups within our society. Furthermore, there are other potential unethical uses of this technology such as for personal enhancement or for the creation of designer babies (i.e. picking and choosing which features will appear in offspring) that have ethical implications. Honors Thesis Patricia Flatt Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13584 dctype:Text The Roles and Responsibilities of Adults in Youth Extracurricular Activities Neil Zimmerly extracurricular programs | child development Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ After-school activities have many confirmed benefits for students of all ages. Solid programs can help kids find lifelong passion or help them stay in the classroom. Unfortunately, not all programs are well run and the kids do not have the ability to change their environment. That means the responsibility for running an effective program for kids falls upon the adults in charge. Numerous studies have already shown the positive benefits of extracurricular programs. This thesis explores some of the ways that parents, coaches, mentors, teachers, and other facilitators can foster positive relationships with children and create an environment that encourages growth and development. Honors Thesis Kenneth Carano | Marcus Wenzel Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13583 dctype:Text Fewer Managers, More Leaders Micah McLeish management | leadership Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ There are thousands of books and articles claiming to have the answers to the correct paths of leadership. My goal in this project has been to create a leadership portfolio that models what I have experienced and learned from others to be the best leadership qualities for a physical therapy business. I began by compiling and reading five core texts, focusing on the factors of leadership I identified as most important, including decisiveness, resilience, model leadership, and empathy. Besides these core texts, I gained insight from my own experiences and from discussing leadership values with people in positions of leadership at my jobs. These two channels of information culminate in a final section on future leadership opportunities and some concluding remarks on the ways – and mindset – that could help anyone become a great leader. Honors Thesis Jeffrey Armstrong Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13582 dctype:Text The Relationship Between Mental Illness’ “Invisible” Phenomena vs. the “Visible” Disability: A Scientific Study Mariana Contreras discrimination | mental illness Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The study aims to determine if there are stigmas and/or discrimination elicited on individuals with a mental illness, a physical disability, or both, and to determine whether individuals face stigma and discrimination at the same level (frequency and amount). A prominent emphasis was placed on whether individuals will be more likely to have a bias toward something visible (physical disability) compared to something invisible (mental illness). There was a mean age of 22.61 (SD=7.15), and data was obtained from 55 individuals (41 females, 10 males, and 4 non-binary/third gender). The participants were randomly assigned to read a vignette with an assigned picture and then completed a “Perceptions,” “Social Attitudes,” and “Attitudes” Questionnaire. One-way ANOVA’s were used in order to conclude that there was not a significant difference in perceptions (stigma) & attitudes; F(3,49)=.184, p=.907; F(3, 49)=.356, p=.785. However, there were significant differences for the social attitudes questionnaires: F(3,27)= 4.021, p=.012. These findings suggest that there could be a decrease in stigmas and attitudes towards individuals with mental illnesses and physical disabilities in some areas while suggesting there are still negative social attitudes that need to be addressed in other areas. This study suggests that further research on their similarities and differences should be conducted to understand what stigmas individuals face, and how these stigmas can be tackled. Honors Thesis Brent King Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13581 dctype:Text The Impact of the Language of Background Music on Information Retention Mardee Willman information retention | music Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Previous studies on information retention in the presence of background music have been inconsistent and inconclusive. The purpose of the current study was to explore a niche in this research domain to determine if the language of the background music has an impact on the amount of information retained. I predicted that participants who listened to English lyrics would retain less information than participants who listened to Japanese lyrics (as the non-native lyrics will require less attention), and participants in both lyric conditions would retain less than participants in the no-lyrics condition. Participants (N = 82) were randomly assigned to listen to a music track with either English lyrics, Japanese lyrics, or no lyrics while reading a passage from “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott and then take a short quiz regarding what they read. The results did not support the predictions; no differences were found between the three conditions. Implications and directions for future research are discussed. Honors Thesis Jaime Cloud Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13580 dctype:Text Consent and Divorce in Icelandic Law Codes and Sagas Maddie Lehrer divorce | Iceland Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Icelandic sagas and law codes often complicate modern assumptions that Viking women had access to substantial social and political power. The Icelandic sagas shape modern understanding of medieval Icelandic tradition and law, including the institution of marriage. This institution built families, transferred wealth, and created alliances within Norse society. The sagas, written mostly in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, portray a different image of women’s roles than the eleventh-century Icelandic law codes. The tenth-century introduction of Catholicism influenced the writing of both the sagas and law codes, and the way women’s roles were defined within them. One way to explore this complication in the sagas and law codes is by focusing on marriage and divorce. Historians study the way Norse unions began and ended to understand women’s roles, positions, and dexterity within the marriages and betrothals in Viking age. This analysis discusses women’s rights in marital consent and divorce, using Icelandic family sagas, historical kings’ sagas, and Grágás, the first Icelandic law code. This analysis defines women’s roles in the process of consent and divorce in both law codes and Icelandic sagas, analyzes the discrepancies between the two, and explores the Catholic Church’s moral influence on divorce and consent. Honors Thesis Elizabeth Swedo Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13579 dctype:Text Early Language Exposure: Impacts of Using Sign Language with Babies Lindsay Brady language acquisition | sign language Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This paper examines the impact of using baby sign language with young children in the United States of America. At this time, several studies have strongly encouraged parents to sign with their children due to the long list of potential benefits, whereas others have argued that this method produced no real or lasting impact. Incorporating research-based evidence, this thesis demonstrates how using baby sign language with children can be a useful tool while also clarifying to prospective parents that several of the benefits of this practice are not guaranteed. It also urges the inclusion of the Deaf community’s input on the matter–a perspective that is generally overlooked on this topic–due to this being crucial for implementing best practices while signing with children. Several concerns of gaps and limitations in the current research are raised, allowing for improvement in future research. Honors Thesis Brent Redpath Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13578 dctype:Text Growth Through Leadership: A Leadership Portfolio Kayley Arpaia leadership Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This thesis is a full account of my journey through leadership at an institution of higher education. It is an account of my highs, lows, and everything in between. I started my journey imagining myself as anything but a leader, and now I can’t imagine having not contributed to my campus community in that capacity. This thesis is for those who are interested in learning more about leadership and how it can impact your journey in college. It begins with reflections on some of the few important texts that I believe every leader should familiarize themselves with, moves through my time becoming a leader, and concludes with a look to the future. Every leader has a different path, just as every leader has their own unique leadership style. This thesis is in part, an account of me finding my own path, and within it, my own leadership style. This, however, does not mean I am finished. Each day I continue to learn, grow, and strive to better myself. I hope that this body of work finds you, and helps you to grow in your leadership, or at the very least gives you new insight on your own journey. Honors Thesis Megan Habermann-Guthrie Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13577 dctype:Text The Relationship between Stress and Test Performance Kaitlyn Duncanson stress | education Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Stress is a present factor in testing situations that hinders people's ability to perform. The present study sought to determine how noise stress affects test performance. It was hypothesized that, in the presence of stress, the participants' test performance would be different than when not in the presence of stress. Twenty-eight undergraduate students. To determine how stress affects test performance, participants were randomly assigned to one of two conditions. Either they took the Stroop Color-Word test with noise stress or no noise stress. Non-significant results were found when comparing the test scores between the two conditions, t(26)= -1.21, p>.05, d=.46. Similarly, non-significant results were found when comparing the stress scores between the two conditions t(22)=0.56, p>.05, d=.23. These results suggest that the noise stress was not high enough to affect test scores or that stress does not affect test performance. Honors Thesis Jay Schwartz Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13576 dctype:Text ReNew Clothing: More than a Logo Julianna Tinker aesthetics | branding Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This thesis will explore the creation of a brand identity for a sustainable clothing and lifestyle company. Brand identity is a key aspect of success and a large portion of a brand's overall value. Along with the value of sustainable and ethical clothing production, this project will emphasize the value of design as a communication tool. The project will begin with a discussion on the research surrounding sustainability, visual communication, and branding. This will include looking at branding and design strategies of existing sustainable companies. Next, the project will feature development of the brand including name and concept. The creation of the brand identity will include the making of a logo, color palette, a business card, and an app mockup. Through the creation and development of these visual elements, this thesis will explore the importance of aesthetics, in the success of a company. I will conclude with a discussion and reflection of the design process. The outcome of this thesis is the creation of a sustainable clothing and lifestyle brand, as well as its brand identity. Honors Thesis Tiara Good Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13575 dctype:Text Teacher Burnout: Central Causes and Preventative Measures Emily Biamont education | burnout Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Discusses the main causes and preventative measures for teacher burnout in a public K-12 setting. Honors Thesis Chloe Hughes Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13574 dctype:Text Experimental Plant Curtain’s Effect on Turtle Basking Emil Ricci habitat restoration | turtles This paper was also presented as a coference talk, which can be viewed at https://youtu.be/CZC1cFiB1_E Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Freshwater turtles have faced a variety of challenges including the loss of habitat and the loss of basking structures throughout urban landscapes. These urban areas can be restored with the addition of basking habitat and are highly valuable in urban areas with high visitor usage. This creates a potential conflict between effectively restoring basking habitat and possible disturbance of the animals. We examined this conflict and experimentally tested a potential resolution at the semi-urbanized Minto Brown Island Park, in Salem, Oregon. Examination of basking behavior of turtles (Red-eared Sliders, Northwestern Pond Turtles, and Western Painted Turtles) in response to human recreation in this park suggest that turtles may avoid sites with large numbers of people, raising the question whether basking structures currently being deployed could be improved to shield turtles from people. We determine the effect of a curtain of plants on the basking rates of turtles. Basking is a behavior that turtles exhibit where they exit the water and rest in the sun absorbing its thermal energy. It is integral to maintaining turtles’ thermoregulation. Other studies determined there was a correlation in the basking time of turtles with the presence of a wall of visibility between the turtles and predators. This was only ever seen in an observational system of study. In this study we experimentally modified basking structures at three different sites varying in number of recreationists. At each site we deployed two basking structures: a control structure based on the current structure design with an added floating ring of PVC, and an experimentally modified platform with plants (Carex and Juncus plugs) planted in the PVC ring, creating a blind. Use of the structures was quantified utilizing a camera monitoring system where images were taken every 15 minutes from 7 am to 7 pm between April 22nd and October 16th. We also remotely recorded light and temperature levels on the platform. The temperatures and light levels were not significantly different between the platform types. The planted platform was shown to have higher turtle presence across all sights compared to the bare platform. At one of the sites there was a high number of juvenile turtle sightings, with a significant association of juvenile turtles with the modified platforms. Overall the modified platforms had a significant association with turtle presence, suggesting that these platforms could be a valuable tool in ongoing efforts to restore habitats for threatened turtle species Honors Thesis Gareth Hopkins Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13573 dctype:Text Becoming a Better Coach Through Leadership Dustyn McKenney coaching | leadership Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Being a coach is a profession that requires great leadership abilities. Knowing what qualities and strategies make a good leader and how to utilize them can help coaches in their profession, as well as in other everyday aspects of life. En route to my future career as a coach, this project will help to explore questions such as: What lessons should a prospective coach learn? What practices lead to consistent and sustainable success, not just in sports but in life? In order to answer these questions, I will examine texts on leadership as well as my own experiences. It is important to understand that there are different leadership styles that are useful in different situations, so an array of leadership abilities is important. I will analyze different styles of leadership from motivational leaders and successful coaches, while also reflecting on the current successes and shortcomings of my leadership ability, and learning how I can adapt my leadership style to different situations. The aim of this project is to become a better leader now and in the future, along with gaining a better understanding of different types of leadership. When I am done, I will have produced a report on multiple leadership books, as well as a reflection on my past experiences as a leader, where I can examine my successes and shortcomings. Those two sections will help me create the final section, where I will discuss how my new leadership abilities will help me to be a better leader and coach in the future. Honors Thesis Anna Mahony Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13572 dctype:Text The Relationship Between Strength and Cardiovascular Capacity: A Personal Wellness Project Dane Kiger wellness | cardiovascular health Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The relationship between strength and cardiovascular capacity is often counterintuitive. A focus on one will, generally, lead to a decrease in the other. There are sports, however, that require a balance between strength and cardiovascular endurance. Finding this balance is a very difficult and fragile task due to the differences in body type and function required for both of these fitness modalities. To explore the relationship between these two aspects of fitness, I will undertake a wellness training plan to uncover how to maximize my strength and cardio concurrently and efficiently. Since strength and cardio can counteract each other, there has to be a knowledgeable plan in place to increase both at the same time. This project will require outside research that will inform the best practices of my training plan. To implement a research-based training plan, I will need to discover the movements and time domains that will produce the most out of my cardiovascular and strength potential. This will require me to find the scientific basis behind strength training on its own, cardiovascular capacity on its own, and how they interact together. Along with this, finding examples of athletes, who have been successful in the fields of both strength and cardiovascular capacity, will provide real world examples for me to learn from. To physically test this information I will be competing in a real life CrossFit competition which tests both strength and cardiovascular capacity. This competition will begin on February 25, 2023, and go on for three weeks. There will be three to four workouts released over the three week period, and they will either test maximum output strength, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, or a mixture of these. The workouts are scored by measuring total weight, time completed, or reps completed. My scores from these workouts will be compared to the rest of the field, which is worldwide in scope. The top ten percent will move on to quarterfinals, and the top ten from quarterfinals will move on to semifinals. From this point, the most elite CrossFit athletes in the world move on to the CrossFit Games. This year I will be able to make it to quarterfinals, so my comparative data will be representative of the first two stages of this competition. My research-based training plan will hopefully put me on the right track to improve my strength and cardiovascular capacity and prepare me for success in this CrossFit competition. Will implementing the information of the research into my training benefit the results of my competition? If not, what are the reasons that things didn’t go as well as I had hoped? The goal is for this wellness project to give me insight into the relationship between strength and cardiovascular capacity and, subsequently, help me to improve at both aspects. Lastly, the results of the competition should allow me to make some final conclusions about this tricky relationship. This project should be able to shed some light on the relationship between strength and cardiovascular capacity so that they are no longer seen as counterintuitive, but as counterparts instead. Honors Thesis Dave Plotts Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13571 dctype:Text Can Religion Negate the Validity of Morality? Cheyenne Hamilton morality | religion Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For this thesis I choose to look at moral motivation and how it can be tied to Christianity as a monotheistic religion. More specifically, I will analyze selected philosophical writings of Socrates, David Hume, and Immanuel Kant to determine whether or not (or to what extent) attributes in the Christine doctrine render the concept of moral decisions invalid. Does, for instance, the concept of an omnipotent and omnipresent God invalidate the idea of individuals being capable of “pure” morality – doing moral things for the sake of being moral versus to avoid possible divine punishment. This project will not be made up of specific hypothetical examples or situations; nor will I discuss specific types of people and the effect circumstance could have on the decision. Rather, the main focus will be whether, philosophically, the perceived threat of divine wrath is enough of a motivator to make a decision no longer moral in its own aspect according to the philosophical definitions of morality established by Socrates, Hume, and Kant. Honors Thesis Ryan Hickerson Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13570 dctype:Text Removing Roadblocks For Families In Math Education Britain Schneider mathematics | education Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The importance of math in our everyday lives is evident in most things that we do, from calculating bills, to watching sports, to determining the amount of time it takes to complete a task. If these tasks require using foundational math skills then our question is, “How do we improve the connection between classroom instruction of mathematics and the home unit?” There are academic practices that teachers can use inside their classrooms which also translate to tools that they can send home to families to encourage partnership between classroom instruction and the home unit. Examples of these tools include family math nights that bring everyone together to partake in math activities, weekly letters home that inform parents of what is being taught in the classroom and give support for continued learning at home, and math games that help students see the joy in learning math wherever they are. This thesis will analyze how these mathematical practices for 8 year olds are important not only for teachers and families, but for school administrators, legislative leaders, and curriculum designers. Honors Thesis Kait Hodgin Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13569 dctype:Text Gender Equality and Inclusivity In the Computer Science Field Antonia Morales gender equality | computer science Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Statistics show there are significantly fewer women in computer science careers. Based on the lack of women in this field, it is likely there is a stigma around women in computer science. Though there has been growth in the number of women pursuing the computer science field, this has not always been the case and the divide is still significantly large. This thesis examines the recent statistics, investigates the obstacles that women face, and highlights potential solutions to improving equality in this field. To understand the divide women face in computer science, learning what obstacles present themselves and when these obstacles occur can lead to a stronger comprehension of the problem at hand and how the raised solutions can work to close the gap. Once there is an understanding of these common obstacles, it is necessary to see how particular solutions can affect outcomes. Including real-life examples of the obstacles and experiences being discussed in research provides a stronger understanding of what it is like to be a woman in STEM and demonstrates the necessity of improving this field. By examining the past and present, this research can illustrate the importance of making computer science more equal and inclusive to all. Honors Thesis Breeann Flesch Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13568 dctype:Text The Women’s War of 1929: Nationalism and Women in Nigeria Amanda Larios history | Nigeria Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Women’s War of 1929 in Nigeria, a protest primarily conducted by indigenous women against taxation rumors, was an event that had a significant impact on the Nigerian colonial government and subsequent rising nationalism. Despite this, indigenous women have been woefully underrepresented in the historical narrative of Nigerian nationalism. This study has two aims: to argue that the Women’s War of 1929 was a catalyst for Nigerian nationalism, and to examine how these women have and have not been included in the narrative. This study employs court records alongside historiographic literature to achieve these goals, examining the evidence through a postcolonial and feminist lens. Some common trends in the historiography include: presenting women as significant actors in the War but not as influencers of nationalism; presenting the War as an expression of or catalyst for nationalism but diminishing the role that women played; and mentioning the War only as a footnote in nationalist histories, often without mentioning the women and/or referring to the event as an example of early colonial resistance rather than as an example of or catalyst for true nationalism. Honors Thesis Patricia Goldsworthy-Bishop Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13567 dctype:Text Looking Into the Eyes of the Artist: A look Into Self Portraits Aisia Carrillo self portrait Jun-23 | 2023-06-15 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ My interest in this project is something I have had for most of my life. I have always been interested in art and creating things that are unique to me. Unlike before, my parents greatly encouraged this interest because I had shown extreme interest in it. I took my first art class in middle school, and that was where I got a good idea of what I liked besides saying that I liked "art" in general. I liked drawing, specifically with a pencil. From there, I took more classes in high school that helped grow my interest in drawing and the different styles of creating pictures and images. To narrow down my interest in portraits that would come later in my first year of college where I made my first self-portrait. It was not something I was particularly proud of. However, it has been something that has driven this need to practice this ability and eventually create a piece I am proud to say is mine. Today I am currently an art major. I have taken many drawing classes to continue to practice drawing and hone my artistic skill. This class was my inspiration for following the idea of portraiture. I have found an interest in creating the human form as I see it before me, and a readily
available model is one's self. As a person, I will constantly be changing as I get older, especially in my views of myself. By creating a self-portrait, I will have a piece that not only depicts me as I am today but will hold a piece of today's self to look back on in the future that will most likely not be able to be recreated. Honors Thesis Gregory Poulin Gavin Keulks
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13483 dctype:Text Mark Van Steeter Interview 2023 Carson Yon | Luke Condie | Anya Kramer | Abraham Lewis In a short interview, Mark Van Steeter discusses his experiences working as an Associate Professor of Geography at Western Oregon University. He describes his typical day as well as some of his thoughts on his time at the university. Mark Van Steeter 10/25/2023 oralhistoriesofwou/37 6p. | 00:12:14 Mark Van Steeter, interviewed by Carson Yon, Luke Condie, Anya Kramer, and Abraham Lewis, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, October 25th, 2023
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13481 dctype:Text Debbie Braun Interview 2023 Brittany Lucas | Danial Adams | Gabe Grecny | Kincaid Parsons In a short interview, Debbie Braun explains some of her experiences and duties in the last 23 years as Administrative Assistant to the Dean. She has done a lot of work behind the scenes following her motto, "if what you do is worth doing, then do it well." She also explained some of her plans for after retirement, like volunteering to help elementary students and infants. Debbie Braun 11/9/2023 oralhistoriesofwou/39 8p | 00:12:43 Debbie Braun, interviewed by Brittany Lucas, Danial Adams, Gabe Grecny, and Kincaid Parsons, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, November 9, 2023.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13466 dctype:Text “It makes you feel like more of a person:” The leisure reading habits of university students in the US and UK and how academic libraries can support them Elizabeth Brookbank Reading habits | Leisure reading | Recreational reading | University students | Readers’ advisory This is an Accepted Manuscript of an article published by Taylor &I Francis in Undergraduate and Research Libraries on November 3, 2033, available at: https://doi.org/10.1080/10691316.2023.2261918 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC November 3, 2023 Text eng College and Undergraduate Libraries Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 12/05/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by Elizabeth Brookbank. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at brookbanke@wou.edu | In Copyright A study that explores the leisure reading habits and leisure collection use patterns of university students in the United States and United Kingdom. Ninety-eight students on ten university campuses (five in each country) were interviewed about their reading habits and observations were conducted at each campus. Results demonstrated that most university students interviewed do read for leisure, despite the persistent narrative in academic literature and popular media to the contrary. It does not necessarily follow that student readers will use their university library for this purpose simply because it has a leisure collection. Future research on student reading Elizabeth Brookbank (2023) “It makes you feel like more of a person:” The leisure reading habits of university students in the US and UK and how academic libraries can support them, College & Undergraduate Libraries, 30:3, 53-94, DOI: 10.1080/10691316.2023.2261918 10.1080/10691316.2023.2261918 3 94 53 30 Library and Academic Innovation
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13463 Homeland Insecurity: Truman, Hoover, and Intelligence Joshua N. Woods Federal Bureau of Intelligence | Central Intelligence Agency | J. Edgar Hoover | Harry S. Truman June 6, 2008 Text | Paper eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/30/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by Joshua N. Woods. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at joshua.n.woods@gmail.com. | IN COPYRIGHT The Cold War period in the United States was a tumultuous time of change, hampered by a spirit of fear and anxiety which came as a reaction to the violence of the Second World War. The change in leadership of the federal government at the end of the war disrupted the programs of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director J. Edgar Hoover once President Harry S. Truman founded the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in early 1946. Recently released FBI documents provide new evidence demonstrating how the relationships between these leaders affected the development of the intelligence community including the creation of the National Security Council (NSC). The uneasy relationship between President Truman and J. Edgar Hoover in the late 1940s and early 1950s provided checks and balances for both men whose goals included expansion of power for their individual offices. History David Doellinger | Kim Jensen
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13461 dctype:Text A Little Goes a Long Way: Incremental Growth through Community Fostered Leadership (Full Issue) The full issue of interpreting case studies created by 2023 Masters of Arts in Interpreting Studies students at Western Oregon University. 11/27/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_1 Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13451 Organically Grown: A Profile of Stephanie Clark Elizabeth Adler leadership | interpreting | Deaf community | interpreter education | American Sign Language 11/22/2023 Text | Image; MovingImage maiscasestudies_2023_2 eng | sgn-US Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Born and raised by Deaf parents, Stephanie Clark is a stalwart of the Massachusetts’ Deaf community. As a Deaf interpreter, she has contributed to the field through teaching, mentoring, program development, and civil engagement. Interpreters in Massachusetts and beyond have benefitted from Clark’s leadership and commitment to raising standards of access and equity. She was raised by the Deaf community, and in return, she continues to give back through her involvement with statewide and national Deaf organizational government. In all the ways that she supports the betterment of the profession and access to quality interpreting, it is always with the Deaf community in her heart and mind. This piece is part of a collaborative project at Western Oregon University that highlights leaders in the ASL/English Interpreting field
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13450 A Little Goes a Long Way: Incremental Growth Through Community Fostered Leadership Elizabeth Adler | Pamela Bernkrant | ShaCarol Stewart 11/22/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13449 A Leader Like Me: Resourceful Raven ShaCarol Stewart Leadership | teaching | interpreting 11/22/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_3 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Raven Sheridan is just one of many leaders that “doesn’t consider themselves a leader.” However, she has been such to this author as her past journey has paralleled my current journey. Throughout Raven’s journey in the profession of interpreting, there have been highs, lows, accomplishments, setbacks, and pivots. Nonetheless, through it all, she is in a position of wide-ranging influence within her career. This case study will look at her challenges and how through initiative and resourcefulness, Raven managed to become a leader, ten-fold, without even realizing it.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13448 Shannon Simon: What "Little" I've Contributed Pamela Bernkrant Deaf education | interpreter training | Educational Interpreter Project | American Sign Language | interpreter education 11/22/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_4 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Shannon Simon has dedicated her life to Deaf education and educational interpreter professional development in Florida. She was present for many groundbreaking developments in interpreting history such as the legitimization of American Sign Language (ASL) and the surge of interpreter demand in the 1970s. Her years of experience have given her a valuable perspective that avoids the fleeting debates around which communication philosophy is superior and instead promotes the inclusion and implementation of what provides the most success on an individual level. Her humble but determined approach aligns beautifully with the collectivist values of the Deaf community she has served for fifty years.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13447 Sarah Houston: The Roots of a Leader Megan Seipke-Dame leadership | mentoring | CODA | interpreting 11/22/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_5 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Sarah Houston is a mentor and leader who comes from humble beginnings and chooses to give back to her communities through service and dedication. Working to elevate oppressed communities, she has come to embody the characteristics of an effective leader while inspiring others to do the same. Her grassroots approach to leadership is paving the way to supporting members of oppressed populations as they seek entry into, and advancement within, the field of signed language interpreting.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13446 Helene Stankus: Leading by Example Erin Seipke-Brown interpreting | Deaf community | growth mindset | leadership | American Sign Language 11/22/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_6 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Helene Stankus does not consider herself a leader, yet throughout her career, she has unwittingly exemplified leadership across all aspects of her practice. She has spent the past three decades embodying the traits of growth mindset, perseverance, and teamwork within her education and her practice. She has cultivated a reputation of integrity and high standards that are well regarded among students and colleagues alike. Helene is leading by example, personifying professional practice within the field of interpreting.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13445 Kendra Keller: Trailblazer of self-care in interpreting field Daniel Gough interpreting | mentoring | demand control schema | advocacy 11/22/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_7 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This article is part of a project which aims to recognize and honor leaders in the interpreting and interpreter education fields. I chose to recognize interpreter and teacher Kendra Keller. She is visible around my community in various ways. She serves numerous interpreters through interpreting, workshops, mentoring, and teaching. Self-care in interpreting is a priority for Kendra. She is one of the trailblazers in self-care in the interpreting field. She still actively practices, studies, and encourages other interpreters to do the same with a positive growth mindset.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13444 Educational Not Unqualified Caren Carr Alabama | interpreting 11/22/2023 Text maiscasestudies_2023_8 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 11/22/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Interpreters can have twenty years of experience or twenty iterations of one year of experience. The most incredible interpreters create true dynamic equivalence across languages, cultures, and settings. The ability to create a seamless flow of communication stems from a drive to never stop learning. This article recognizes the long lasting impact of Pat Smartt’s interpreting career. Smartt is a paragon of educational interpreting in the state of Alabama. Smartt’s fervent diligence models the commitment to interpreting excellence that all interpreters should seek to emulate.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13334 Fourth Grade Reading Intervention Plan Crystal Krahmer Intervention | Reading | Learning loss 8/1/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Due to the rising number of students who are falling more and more behind in reading since Covid-19, this project looks into the research behind that. It examines the learning loss and gaps that we are seeing among elementary age students. It highlights common themes that arise from the research, while shedding light on what districts are doing to try to overcome these learning losses and gaps. The main part of this Professional Project was to create an intervention plan for my own fourth grade students that I have noticed are having a lot of struggles when it comes to their reading. I provide data on what I have seen in the previous years working with them, as well as an intervention plan that I feel will best fit their needs for the upcoming school year. My hope for this project is that it can provide motivation and insight for other educators who may be noticing these same issues among their elementary students, and give them an example of how they can go about creating their own plan. Master of Science in Education: Reading Joshua Schulze | Marie LeJeune | Cindy Ryan Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13333 Implementing Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in a Rural Classroom Ryan J Kildea cultrually relevant pedagogy | science education | junior high 8/4/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This action research project seeks to understand how culturally relevant pedagogy can be implemented in a rural classroom. The goal of the research project is to find ways to connect with rural students' cultures and real lives while also helping them develop cultural competency. The research setting takes place in a 7th grade classroom in a rural Oregon town of about 10,000 residents. The topic for this study was chosen based on two factors. First, many students at the junior high school exhibit many racist behaviors and frequently engage in racist language. Second, many students express a lack of connection between their real lives and the curriculum. This project was developed to work towards connecting curriculum with students' real lives while simultaneously teaching them the benefits of a diverse society to reduce racist behaviors at the school. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Melanie Landon-Hays | Joshua Schulze | Lin Wu Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13332 School-Wide English Learning Middle School Professional Development Amanda Maddux ELD | SWEL | PD 8/4/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ I have created a professional development for the middle school level of how to implement a new English Language Development Program. Master of Science in Education Joshua Shulze | Carmen Caceda | Marie LeJune Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13331 Using American Sign Language (ASL) as an Inclusive Teaching Strategy within the Preschool Setting Grace Meacham Transitions | Program Structure | Inclusivity 8/4/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ My paper discusses the use of ASL within the preschool classroom. I begin by explaining the history of ASL and connecting it to teaching practices. Then I examine the literature surrounding the use of ASL, reflect on my own teaching practices, and present my project findings. Master of Science in Education: Early Childhood Education Andrea Emerson | Cindy Ryan | Erin Trine Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13329 Evaluating Equity: An Analysis of the Community Music Center's After School Program Carly D'Amato Equity | SEL | Music 8/4/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ During this project, entitled "Evaluating Equity: An Analysis of the Community Music Center's After-School Program, I will be analyzing the practices and policies of an afterschool music program, called the Community Music Center (the CMC), created in partnership with my local school district. I created an Equity Rubric to determine whether the CMC was operating a successful and equitable program for students. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schultze | Allison Boles | Carmen Caceda Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13328 Empowering Emergent Bilingual Learners through Scaffolded Critical Thinking Classroom Activities Carolyn Lipnick critical thinking | emergent bilinguals | middle school 8/1/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project focuses on increasing engagement and achievement among emergent bilingual students by teaching critical thinking skills. The teacher created five lessons using a high challenge, high support framework and tracked students' progress through work samples, grades, and observation notes. Master of Science in Education: ESOL Joshua Schulze | Maria Dantas-Whitney | Lin Wu Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13327 “What is going on up there?”: A self-study on the long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury and the cognitive processing for sign language interpreting Alexis Ferdig 8/4/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Research suggests that the long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) can disrupt one’s ability to perform cognitive tasks effectively. As a recent graduate entering the professional field of interpreting, I sought to discover how a history of mTBI and the long-term effects influence the cognitive processing required for interpreting. As I progressed and improved my technical skills, I began interpreting as an intern with interpreter mentors. This self-study on my interpreting work collected data through multiple data sets. Self-reported data were collected outside the interpreted assignment through self-guided journaling, think-aloud protocols, and spreadsheet symptom logging. An additional source of data, in the form of written notes taken during the interpreted assignment, confirmed what was revealed in other data analyses. Data were organized and analyzed manually using qualitative analysis software to identify themes, patterns, and relationships among the findings. The findings reveal that aspects of my cognitive process is impacted by the long-term effects of mTBI and can be mitigated through various action steps. Control options were discovered and/or incorporated into my practice with the goal of discovering ways to combat the long-term effects of mTBI that impact my cognitive process. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13324 The Next Steps: Transitioning from Student to Practicing Professional in ASL/English Interpreting Mara F. Isaacson interpreting | American Sign Language | school-to-work gap 8/1/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ As recent graduates begin their journey from newly established interpreters to qualified practicing professionals within the field of American Sign Language (ASL) - English Interpreting, the professional requirements can often feel uncertain and overwhelming. Moreover, having a comprehensive understanding of the crucial checkpoints that lead to
achieving field-ready status is simply a single component within the school-to-work
gap for new interpreters. Additionally, knowing where to search for the tools and resources
that are available supports to graduates in this position is another disparity within the
interpreting realm. These core responsibilities and duties for success as a field-ready interpreter are the most common struggles that newly graduated interpreters face after graduation. The purpose of this action research study is to explore the impact of mentorship on my ability to combat these core issues as I navigate the school-to-work gap, in addition to its effects on the growth of my required technical skills in becoming career ready. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda R. Smith | Elisa M. Maroney Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13323 "Will I Ever Feel Ready?" How to Prepare for the ASL Interpreting Field Ashlynne M Setness readiness | interpreting | confidence 8/4/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ During my time in graduate school at Western Oregon University, I received plenty of opportunities for gaining professional field experience to improve my skills with the support of my professors and other interpreters. Nevertheless, I found myself asking the question “Will I ever feel ready?” regarding working as an interpreting professional. In this action research project, I ask the following research question: How did practices of self-care, paired with technical skill development, impact my sense of readiness in entering the field of signed language interpreting? In this project, I will look at activities that students, recent graduates, and novice interpreters entering the profession can utilize to feel more confident in their abilities and feel “ready”. The results may help students and novice interpreters find strategies for readiness. At the same time, it will demonstrate more ways to feel more prepared and confident to enter the profession with improved skills. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies: Theory and Practice Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13322 I'm a Failure: Identifying, Challenging, and Reframing Cognitive Distortions in the Interpreting Profession Terricka D. Cabrera ASL interpreting | self-talk | self-doubt 8/12/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This action research project investigates the effects of identifying, challenging, and reframing cognitive distortions (negative self-talk) on interpreter anxiety and self-doubt. Previous literature on the subject have discussed interpreters’ well-being, the implications of workplace anxiety and self-doubt, the barriers in the field as an interpreter of color, and how negative self-talk can manifest itself in interpreting. Data was collected and analyzed for eleven weeks from November to June 2023 using a modified version of Beck’s (1970, as cited in Burns, 1980) Daily Record of Dysfunctional Thoughts. The results showed that identifying, challenging, and reframing cognitive distortions did mitigate feelings of self-doubt and anxiety whenever there was a triggering event. Overall, this action research project pinpointed the roots of my self-doubt and anxiety as well as techniques to challenge and reframe my way of thinking. This finding indicates that incorporating self-talk into my self-care routine can lead to a long, successful, and fulfilling career. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith | Audrey Ramirez-Loudenback Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13320 Increasing Opportunities for Integrating Makerspaces into Rural Elementary Schools Professional Project Edward M Nichols makerspace | professional development | engagement 6/1/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This professional project explores the potential benefits and challenges of integrating makerspaces into rural elementary schools. Makerspaces offer experiential learning opportunities beyond worksheets and screen time, a more student-driven approach supported by both the tenets of constructivism and constructionism. This learning style can deepen students' understanding of core concepts and engagement in STEM and other academic subjects. School-based makerspaces also benefit students by introducing 21st-century skills such as communication, collaboration, and problem-solving in elementary schools. The maker movement, which began in the early 2000s, encourages participants to design, build, and experiment with various materials and tools. Adopting a school setting provides an integrated education option for schools and their teachers. While makerspaces have become increasingly popular in urban and suburban areas, rural schools face unique challenges when implementing them.
Drawing on existing literature and information collected from rural school educators allows the identification of critical strategies for overcoming these challenges and increasing opportunities for integrating makerspaces into rural elementary schools. Creating a dynamic website to support educators in bringing maker education to their schools is outlined. This site contains resources for funding, lessons, projects, and research to support implementation. Educators are also encouraged to have a voice by asking questions and posting resources themselves. In addition, I have also facilitated multiple professional development sessions designed to familiarize rural teachers with the implementation of makerspaces. Through careful planning, collaboration, and creative use of resources, makerspaces can be integrated into rural schools. When successful, this integration provides students with engaging and enriching learning experiences that prepare them for success in a rapidly changing world. Master of Science in Education: STEM Education Joshua Schulze | Gregory Zobel | Cristina Trecha Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13318 Factors Contributing to Educational Interpreter Turnover Miranda Mayeux : educational interpreting | employment | turnover 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this study was to identify the contributing factors of employee turnover among a specialized group within the field of education: sign language interpreters. More aptly named educational interpreters, these professionals work to provide sign language interpretation services to D/deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students within a mainstream K–12 setting. In this study, why interpreters previously employed as educational interpreters or sign language facilitators within the Dallas-Fort Worth geographical area left their jobs was explored. The study sought connections between potential burnout and educational interpreter turnover, as well as specific factors related to their separation from school districts. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith | Jordan Ward Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13317 Equity begins by owning what is ugly: discussing race, culture, and identity through storytelling and culturally sustaining pedagogy Tobias Z. King Culturally sustaining pedagogy | critical self-reflection | autoethnographic literary inquiry 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This professional project is about the application of culturally sustaining pedagogy upon my own teaching practice for the benefit of a more inclusive and culturally congruent educational experience. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Carmen Caceda | Ryan Topper Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13316 Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Teaching Literacy Skills in Math Class Robert A Krause Jr 6/1/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of the action research project was to determine Culturally Responsive teaching strategies in the classroom as well as what strategies best support students developing literacy skills in a mathematics classroom. Through a literature review, I was able to gain a better understanding of these strategies and how to use them in my classroom. I focus on the following three research questions: 1) What Culturally responsive pedagogy will help create a Culturally responsive environment in my classroom? 2) What Culturally responsive teaching strategies will I implement in my teaching to better support all students? 3) What strategies are the most effective in developing students' literacy skills in my mathematics classroom? To answer these questions, I analyzed my lesson plans, observations, and personal journals. The goal was through answering these questions was to gain a better understanding of which strategies students responded well to and which allowed them to grow in their mathematical and literacy knowledge. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Shulze | Tara Heikila Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13315 Using Culturally Relevant Teaching to Develop Critical Thinking in Secondary Chemistry Emily Hamel culturally relevant pedagogy | culturally relevant science instruction | culturally relevant chemistry instruction 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This action research was conducted in order to enhance student engagement and critical thinking skills in a rural, secondary chemistry classroom. Culturally relevant pedagogy was used as a framework for designing curriculum and incorporating new practices into teaching an inquiry unit about chemical reactions and environmental pollution. After a literature review was conducted to gather evidence of culturally relevant practices in the science classroom, three types of qualitative data were gathered during the teaching of the unit designed around culturally relevant framework. A qualitative analysis was conducted on the three sources of data (journal entries, formal observation feedback, and student artifacts). The results expressed three themes: Lived experiences and real-world applications in student engagement; Genuine critical thinking opportunities in inquiry; and
Counter-narratives and perspectives in the solutions aspect of inquiry. It was discovered that student engagement increased when the science content surrounded one common theme for the unit, and when content is contextualized with students' experiences and background knowledge. Further, supporting student responses with feedback that encourages critical thinking engaged students in developing their critical thinking skills, which were then applied when considering other perspectives and scientific thinking from other cultures in the formation of solutions in inquiry. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Jennifer Hampel Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13314 Self-Reported Readiness to Work and Self-Assessed Fluency in Hearing, Emergent, Second Modality-Second Language (M2L2) American Sign Language (ASL)-English Interpreters Crystal Rojas M2L2 ASL interpreter fluency | ASL interpreter work readiness | ASL interpreter education 6/1/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The largest group of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters are working into their second modality-second language (M2L2). They are working into a language they most likely did not grow up with and were first exposed to in college. This population is not likely to be fluent upon graduation and are most likely to face a gap in their skills. There is ample research on ASL interpreters and the gap. This group has been researched and spoken about, however, there is little to no information on their perspective regarding their own fluency and readiness. A survey was conducted to see how this group rated their ASL fluency and work readiness. Most of the 55 M2L2 ASL-English interpreters surveyed felt they were not fluent when they entered the field, however more than half felt they were ready and cited positive feedback from their professors, mentors, peers, and the deaf community as reasons they felt ready. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa Maroney | Amanda Smith | Audrey Ramirez-Loudenback Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13313 Promoting Self-Efficacy in Writing: A Middle School Narrative Writing Unit Mary Katelyn Lowman writing anxiety | narrative writing | self efficacy 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Students who demonstrate self-efficacy in writing are more likely to persevere through challenging writing assignments, revise and edit their work, and set writing goals. They are motivated to learn and improve. Students who lack self-efficacy in writing lack these intrinsic skills. When assigned a writing piece, they often complain or simply stare blankly at their papers, unsure of how to even begin. These students’ issues do not stem solely from a fear of poor grades in writing but rather from a number of practical writing deficiencies: difficulties organizing thoughts, hand cramps while writing, or difficulties envisioning the audience. These issues, and many more, can often lead to procrastination, stress, and writer's block. Writing anxiety and apprehension are particularly prevalent in Emergent Bilingual learners because they may lack both writing and linguistic skills to confidently complete a writing task. This writing unit aims to address these issues by having students complete short writing assignments, targeting narrative writing skills, culminating in a final fictional narrative, building in peer feedback, revision, and reflection. The unit uses the process-genre approach to teaching writing as the framework and includes explicit strategy instruction to build students’ writing confidence. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Valerie Brooks | Julia Drizin Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13312 Culturally Relevant Teaching, From Theory to Practice in a Secondary Health Class Kristine Rosentrater Culturally Relevant Teaching | Secondary | Health Education 6/1/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Culturally Relevant Teaching is a theory driven by the teachers' ability to relate the content of their classroom to the cultural backgrounds of their students. As a health teacher, I set out to discover if I could make Culturally Relevant Teaching more than a theory. Through the use of the cycle of effective teaching: Lesson planning, teaching methods, and assessments, I examine if CRT will go from theory to actionable practice in my secondary health classroom. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Loren Wisniewski Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13310 Classroom Libraries and Instructional Strategies Kaitlynn Cantu classroom libraries | instructional strategies 6/16/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this Action Research Project is for an educator to create, implement, and analyze a project within a classroom setting. This project was to explore the effectiveness and engagement of a library within classroom instruction. Specifically, this research examined the instructional strategies of including the library’s contents within instruction. The research also examined the creation and organization of the classroom library. My work will be reviewed and critiqued to use better instructional strategies and engagements to create an effective classroom library. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Carmen Deol Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13309 How Social Emotional Learning and Restorative Justice Practices Cultivate an Inclusive Drama Classroom Delaney Barbour theatre | restorative justice | middle school 6/1/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ During the course of this Action Research Project, or ARP, I studied the relationship of restorative justice practices and the community, inclusivity, and social emotional learning of a middle school drama classroom. My classes began every day in an intentional restorative justice circle over the research period, answered a predetermined check-in question, and wrote reflections in a personal journal. In order to gather data on the effect of the morning circles, I had them make journal entries, I answered daily journal entries, and recorded supervising teachers’ observations. In addition to those data points, I collected two anonymous surveys, one at the beginning of the research period and one at the end. These various forms of data collected revealed an overall positive trend towards students’ feelings of belonging, community, and inclusivity from the introduction of the restorative justice circles to the end of the data collection period. Limitations I encountered included disruptions in class time for mandatory state testing and lockdowns in response to various threats. However, even with those limitations in mind, the overall effect that restorative circles had on students’ sense of belonging and community was positive. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Marie LeJeune | Joshua Shulze | Nicole Accuardi Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13307 Addressing Disruptive and Aggressive Tendencies in Elementary Education: Effective Behavioral Interventions for Students Sydney LaMont Behavioral interventions | elementary behavior | classroom management 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This professional project discusses the effectiveness of behavioral interventions within the scope of elementary education. The author goes through to describe previous interventions that have been studied and their success rate. She also describes her professional experience with a select few interventions in accordance with her own students. Master of Science in Education: Early Childhood Education Joshua Schulze | Ya-Fang Cheng | Katrina Hovey Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13306 Middle School Emergent Bilinguals and their Classmates use Storytelling in the Social Studies Classroom to Promote Learning and an Inclusive Learning Environment Hayden Tedrow emergent bilinguals | storytelling 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Emergent bilinguals are an underserved population in many middle school social studies classrooms. They encounter the double-demands of understanding the content of social studies while also developing English language skills. Storytelling serves as a universally-human pedagogical strategy that teachers can use to ensure equitable teaching strategies within their classrooms. In this professional project, students used narrative writing as well as dramatic performance as a means to make meaning of complex social studies texts. Language lessons were embedded throughout the course of the social studies instruction. The results of this project were shared with other social studies teachers within the local PLC to better equip these teachers for meeting the needs of emergent bilinguals. Master of Science in Education: Reading Joshua Schulze | Chloe Hughes | Marcus Wenzel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13305 Effects of Proper Intervention on Elementary Aged Students Shelby Faherty literacy intervention | RTI 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project showcases the importance of literacy education within a rural school district. This project takes you through the process in which was followed to bring an intervention system into a school that lacked a complete one. Master of Science in Education: Literacy Education Joshua Schulze | Marie LeJeune | Amy Bowden Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13304 Teacher Mentoring and Retention Brittany Kauffman Teacher | Mentoring | Retention 6/17/0023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A look at the correlation between quality teacher mentor programs and their effect on teacher retention. This project focuses on shifting our current mentor program to a more beneficial program for new teachers and also providing resources and support for new teachers. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Dana Ulveland | Stephanie Waters Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13303 Increasing Student Ownership in the General Music Classroom Christiana Zollner 6/1/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ How can a teacher increase student ownership in the music curriculum? This is the essential question guiding the action research in this paper. The elementary general music classroom can be uncomfortable when not all students feel musically inclined yet they are still required to attend class, participate, and be graded in their musical ability. On top of music class, many schools require the music teacher to put on a community performance where students sing for their families. While music can be one of the purest forms of self-expression, such conditions could cause students to feel forced into unwanted activities that do not express who they are.
Through using critical pedagogical techniques such as inviting students to form different aspects of their own music program, teachers can create a curriculum with their students that better represents who they are. Research has shown that when music is taught in more communal ways where students are given more choice as to how to participate or at what level, they are more successful in the music classroom.
For my research I invited students to contribute to their upcoming music program in a multitude of open-ended ways and journaled my classroom observations as well as collected data surrounding how many students elected to speak or solo at the concert, data on the varied ways that students contributed to the program, data on how students were feeling and what they were looking forward to, and how and when students were engaged. The data I collected will be a firm foundation from which to continue the work or continually getting ideas and feedback from students and implementing them into the curriculum to create a program that comes from the students. Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13302 How Inclusion Can Benefit General and SPED Students Miykayah Risseeuw 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Struggling students isn’t something new. In fact, I would say that high school students today are struggling more so today than they have in decades. After political turmoil, a pandemic, war, and overall unrest in our country and the world, it’s no surprise that school isn’t the first thing students put effort and energy into. With many students with mental health issues, a struggling home life, and/or issues in understanding the lessons, I wanted to see if some of the resources and accommodations those with IEPs and 504s needed in my class could help other students as well.
This research centered around creating a safe and inclusive environment while allowing students to demonstrate their learning in diverse ways. The data collected consisted of journal entries, informal and formal assessments, observations, and feedback. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13301 The Effects of Video Demonstrations in Education Emily Hickman Tarbell Video Demonstrations | Virtual learning | Technology in the classroom 6/16/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This professional project explores the benefits of video demonstrations towards English Language Learners (ELLs), students with disabilities, absent students, and colleagues. It explains how these videos can make instruction easier and provide a leadership opportunity between content PLCs. Master of Science in Education: STEM Education Joshua Schulze | Michael Hofmann | Melada Reichman Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13300 Teaching Music in Today's Classrooms: Issues of Equity, Inclusion, and Classroom Climate Drew E Medak Music Equity | Jazz Education | Classroom Climate | Retention 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this study is to critically examine the issues of equity, retention, and motivation in today’s music classrooms, and also examine my own teaching practices in order to ask myself these questions: Am I fostering a life-long love and curiosity for music for all my students as well as giving them relevant skills to enter the ever-changing job market if they choose to do so? Or am I still resorting to the methods my former music teachers used to develop unhealthy attitudes about music and holding unrealistic expectations about their future as a musician?
As you read this study, you will see my research questions addressed throughout:
How will I navigate through being a music educator when all of these “old-school” achievement-based expectations are still put in place by many school districts?
How can I teach my kids healthy competition in conjunction with learning how to love music and create a healthy learning environment?
What are better ways I can advocate, help, and support all my students that really need it while still maintaining a steady momentum in the classroom and goals that every student can feel great about achieving? Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Patrick Limbert Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13299 It’s Not Just About the Art: Helping Students Become Active Learners Through a Culturally Responsive Arts Curriculum Teresa L. Hire culturally responsive teaching | middle school visual art | participatory pedagogy 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Culturally responsive arts curriculum research in a racially/ethnically diverse Title I middle school arts classroom found that student engagement and participation increased after implementing lessons that connected to various cultural funds of knowledge. Connections to student background experiences included exploratory lessons on: planting seeds and visually documenting growth and transplanting seedlings to school garden; exploring Pacific Islander culture, patterns, and symbolism in Samoan tapa cloth designs with a survey of personal student identity; and hands-on exploration of form by using generational familiarity with Lego toys to create the illusion of 3D form on paper and digitally, as well as inventing and modeling new Lego pieces in clay. Increased engagement was documented in student sketchbooks, artistic projects, exit tickets, student reflections, and teacher observations. Literature in the field of culturally responsive teaching outlined by Geneva Gay (2000), and her five tenets, was used as the pedagogical framework to provide novel examples for teachers to implement in a middle school visual art classroom. In the closing reflection of the action research project, teachers will discover that a meaningful arts curriculum “is not just about the art”. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Paula Booth Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13298 Increasing Academic Engagement Using Universal Design for Learning in a High School English Language Arts Classroom Alisha Jordan Integrating UDL | Multiple means of representation | engagement strategies 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Everyone learns differently. In a classroom of 37 students, the range of learning styles and preferences is large. Engaging each and every student within an English Language Arts classroom can be challenging, especially when considering a post-pandemic demographic. These students are quick to understand difficult concepts, but also quick to lose interest in academic settings. Engagement is the key to having a successful and fulfilling educational experience. Without academic engagement, students are left without motivation to pursue higher degrees of understanding within any given content area. Using Universal Design for Learning, a framework designed to engage all students in methods that capture the abilities of each individual, can increase academic engagement among high school students, thus increasing academic successes.
In this study, a variety of data sources were analyzed to determine the effectiveness of Universal Design for Learning as an engagement framework strategy. Critical analysis about the formatting of lesson and unit plans, analytic memos, and student feedback provided the basis of the effectiveness of Universal Design for Learning within an 11th grade English Language Arts classroom. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Marie LeJeune | Melanie Landon-Hayes Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13297 Language Focused Professional Development for Educators Serving Emerging Bilingual Students Maribel Ortiz Bilingual Education | Emerging Bilinguals | Professional Development 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Language-Focused Professional Development for Educators Serving Emerging Bilingual Students - A project that looks into the importance of bilingual educators receiving professional development in Spanish and about Spanish so that emerging bilingual learners receive high-quality instruction. Master of Science in Education: Reading Joshua Schulze | Chloë Hughes | Verónica Montes Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13296 EMPOWER: Orientation Modules for Pre-Education Freshmen at Western Oregon University Kolbie Kopp 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The transition from high school to college is a challenging time for many. According to the literature, one of the greatest barriers students face during this time is college preparedness, which results in various academic, social, and psychological needs. To add to that, the transition and adjustment experience is increasingly more complex for those who are a Student of Color, low-income, or first-generation. Fortunately, research suggests that new student orientations are a means of meeting students’ needs and positively impacting their transition and adjustment experience. Therefore, this professional project aims to better meet the needs of incoming Pre-Education freshmen at Western Oregon University by revamping our current orientation system. With personal observations and the observations of others, research performed in the literature review, and knowledge of learning, motivation, and instructional design theories as the guiding light, over the course of five weeks I developed an asynchronous orientation with various modules. While feedback supporting the effectiveness of the orientation was not able to be gathered due to time constraints, a system to collect feedback has been implemented. As students begin to complete the orientation, feedback collected will be used to update the modules each year to ensure we are successfully meeting students' diverse needs and in turn, aiding in their successful transition and adjustment experience. Master of Science in Education: Interdisciplinary Professional Studies Joshua Schulze | Olivia Flores | Gregory Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13295 Incorporating Music, Movement, and Activity Based Methodology into a Traditional Science Lecture Travis Torgerson Music | Movement | and Activity Based 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ I teach biology, fish and wildlife science, agriculture science, and social dance. What I would like to focus on for my project is how music, interactions, and physical activity (such as dance) help people with trouble focusing.
I will look at how music and physical activity cannot only help people focus but can increase the power of belief in themselves that allows them to focus. What I would like to do for my project is to pick a science-related project in the realm of my expertise like fish and wildlife, agriculture, etc., and figure out how to make a lesson plan that is designed to teach about the subject incorporating music and dance to help one’s focus and learning about the subject along with their motivation and self-belief.
I think it could be a useful tool to tie music and social interactions such as dance into learning a serious subject such as wildlife education and or agriculture education. The lesson will be an eight-lesson series that incorporates music and movement/physical activity into learning about physical science for a unit about motion. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Lila Reid | Randall Dana Ulveland Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13294 Revising a Fourth-Grade Math Unit Using Self-Paced and Blended Learning Strategies Arriel Robinson Modern Classroom | Modern Classroom Instruction 6/16/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The COVID-19 Pandemic highlighted the learning gaps between students and their academic needs. It also widened the gap between student abilities and has pushed for teaching and learning to adjust. Research has shown that, in most cases, implementing a self-paced and blended learning model within various content areas helps to improve student scores and attitudes. However, much of this research is focused on grade levels above the elementary level. In this Professional Project, I revise and implement my district's adopted math curriculum to fit this style of teaching and learning better within a 4th-grade classroom setting. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Randall (Dana) Ulveland | Gregory Zobel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13293 Utilizing Direct Phonemic Awareness Instruction to Support Intervention in a Title Ⅰ First- Grade Classroom Sapphire Dorfman Phonemic awareness | phoneme-graphing mapping | intervention 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project follows my journey as an early-years educator and my experience implementing direct phonemic awareness instruction into my classroom. For many years, research has supported the use of direct and explicit phonemic awareness instruction into the classroom setting to support reading acquisition in beginning readers. To accomplish this, the Heggerty (2022) and the UFLI (2022) curriculums were implemented in a first grade classroom setting. Growth and literacy development for the students and myself were highlighted by the use of vignettes and supporting images. Reflections on the project showed a positive correlation between direct phonemic awareness instruction and overall literacy development. Advocacy and professional development opportunities are proposed as future endeavors to educate others about the importance of phonemic awareness instruction. Master of Science in Education: Reading Joshua Schulze | Marie LeJeune | Chloe Hughes Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13291 Exploring Co-Teaching in an Integrated ELA/ELD Secondary Classroom Cierra M. La Bounty Co-Teaching | Collaborative Teaching | Emergent-Bilinguals 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Co-teaching refers to a model in which two educators work together to teach students in the classroom setting. Co-teaching has been found to benefit both educators and students, however co-teaching can also present a variety of challenges. The research and analysis in this project focuses on the impacts of co-teaching on a new career teacher’s experiences, and on what co-teaching looks like in a 6th grade integrated English Language Arts and English Language Development class. Additionally, the project explores the potential impacts of co-teaching on student learning, particularly students who are Emergent Bilinguals. The findings highlight how co-teaching has benefited me as a new teacher, how co-teaching is implemented in my school setting, and how it impacts students. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Alicia Wenzel | Jessica Dougherty Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13290 Are ITPs all that they’re cracked up to be? Evaluating the Role of Formal Education for Signed Language Interpreters in Brazil Elizabeth Lundquist Interpreter training Brazil | Libras 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This research aims to examine the history of interpreter education in Brazil and evaluate the importance of having formal training as a standard practice for interpreters. The intent of this research is to understand how beneficial formal education is in teaching the interpreting process by analyzing the quality of interpreting, the type of training, and the amount of training received by each interpreter. In this study, the type of interpreter education feasible in the Brazilian context is described, the process or phases of implementing this training is explored, and the practical steps necessary for a formal training program to be established in Brazil is discussed. This study used a mixed-method approach to survey and follow-up interviews. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda Smith | Elisa Maroney | Colleen Jones Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13289 Where is the Power to Change the World? Using Storytelling to Achieve Quality Learning E James Omelina Storytelling | business | education 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ It’s festival time and everyone is singing and dancing. Rising to the stage, The High Aldwin approaches the four candidates for his apprenticeship. He intones, “Forget all you know, or all you think you know. All that you require is your intuition. The power to control the world is in which finger?” He then spreads his fingers out and invites the candidates to pick one. Each candidate chooses. Except Willow, he hesitates. He is seemingly ready to pick one of his own fingers but then he changes his mind and selects one of The High Aldwin’s fingers. The High Aldwin then declares that there will be no apprentice this year. (Howard, 1988) If you have ever seen Willow, you know the answer to this question. If you haven’t seen this marvelous collaboration between George Lucas, and Ron Howard, I highly recommend seeing it. I am going to spoil this scene at the beginning for those who haven’t seen it. In a later scene The High Aldwin answers the question for Willow. The answer is one of your own fingers.
The High Aldwin from Willow exemplifies INTASC standard 2. The teacher understands that each learner’s cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical development influences learning and knows how to make instructional decisions that build on the learns’ strength and needs. (Council of Chief State School Officers, 2011, p. 10) Storytelling is student based and I have decided to focus on this standard while answering the question, “Is quality learning achieved through storytelling? Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Andrew Spellman Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13288 Creating Meaningful-Culturally Responsive Art Learning Experiences for Secondary Students Kimberley Tzung Mei Vu Visual Art Class | Pacific Northwest | CRT 6/16/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This action research documents my growth as a teacher during my teacher preparation program with a focus on how I can adjust the existing lesson plans to be more choice-driven and culturally responsive. With an increasing population of culturally and linguistically diverse students, there is a need to implement instruction that is responsive and meaningful to all students, and for students to gain exposure to different cultures so they can navigate socially, develop empathy, and be culturally competent in working with an increasingly diverse population. Providing an enriching curriculum in which differences can be celebrated in a classroom environment can be achieved by using a culturally responsive framework which will serve as a guide to my action research study.
Modifications that I will use to determine the effectiveness of my teaching and to find patterns to engage students' learning are choices for students, simplification of the instruction and project, providing additional language support, and infusing equity into my art lessons. Although these modifications have helped increase engagement within my classroom, there were areas in which can be greatly improved upon in my teaching practices. As a whole, this research has helped me to see which areas were lacking or could be further explored. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Marie LeJeune | Marie Zens | Melanie Landon-Hays Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13287 The Converse Podcast: A Podcast By Teachers, For Teachers Rhyan G. Shultis podcast | teaching | education 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ My project was the development and creation of a podcast geared for teachers to get advice to support their day-to-day tasks teaching. The episodes are backed by research and are conversational in nature, making it easy to listen and gain ideas/advice from. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Mandy Olsen | Marcus Wenzel Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13286 Mind the Gap: A Survey and Critical Analysis of Diversity-Related Competencies and Standards Within ASL/English Interpreter Education Nathan Brown Signed Language Interpreting | Adult Education and Teaching | Anti-Racism 6/1/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this thesis, American Sign Language/English interpreter educators were surveyed to better understand the institutions where they work and their self-perceived abilities and knowledge as related to their ability to prepare interpreters, with special emphasis on meeting the needs of a diverse student population and preparing them to work in a diverse world. This information was then examined through a framework of Critical Social Theory to review the current situation and where interpreter education needs to continue to develop.
The conclusion and results from the examination of survey data were then compared against other research to create a snapshot of progress made and potential for growth. The results show that interpreter educators have identified broad concepts of gaps in their instruction and that there are some available course materials and institutional support for progress in preparing interpreters to meet the needs of a diverse population. Yet looking critically at the self-assessed competencies, interpreter educators seem to broadly be overestimating their abilities based on incongruency in responses within this study and across other recent research.
Educators and institutions should engage in further self-assessment and training to develop knowledge and awareness of gaps and to develop new skills, new materials, and new approaches for interpreter education. The success of diverse student populations, and of students in general, to be able to meet the needs of a diverse work environment relies on further improvement from educators and institutions. Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Elisa M. Maroney | Amanda R. Smith | Erica West Oyedele Thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13285 Use of Engaged Pedagogy in Health Education Joseph Luco engaged pedagogy | holistic | engagement 6/16/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This research study takes a look at teaching students in a high school health education
from the lens of engaged pedagogy. It examines how students respond to taking a holistic
approach to teaching and relationship building. Examined within the research are strategies and techniques used to explore the effectiveness of engaging learning and participation. Data was collected and analyzed to determine if my approach accomplished what I set out to do. I highlight what worked and what did not. As a teacher the importance of being introspective and self-critical are vital to growing one’s own practice and mastery of instruction. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Loren Wisniewski Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13284 Using Engaged Pedagogy to Foster Holistic Growth in a Physical Education Classroom McKenzie M. Hunt engaged pedagogy | physical education | elementary 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This research paper explores the implementation of engaged pedagogy, a teaching framework developed by bell Hooks, in the context of physical education (PE) to promote holistic growth among elementary school students. The study aims to create an environment that actively involves students in the learning process and connects classroom education to real-world issues. The three tenets of engaged pedagogy—holistic growth, embodied vulnerability, and connecting theory with practice—are examined through a literature review, focusing on their impact on student-teacher relationships and holistic development. The research question guiding this study is: "How can I create an environment that promotes holistic growth in elementary physical education while using engaged pedagogy?"
To investigate this question, the study adopts action research principles and employs various data collection methods, including self-study aligned with professional teacher standards, teacher artifacts, clinical teacher observation, and supervisor feedback. Additionally, data collection involves student journal entries, observation feedback from the clinical and supervisor teachers, and reflection notes by the researcher. The journal entries focus on students' emotions during lessons, their impact on classmates, and their perceived strengths. The observation feedback and reflection notes provide additional insights into the effectiveness of engaged pedagogy practices in promoting holistic growth Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Corrine McGinnis Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13283 Helping Students Develop Agency in Secondary English Language Arts Erin Worley education | English Language Arts | agency 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Action research is a process wherein individuals study current literature regarding a subject, and then develop specific actions that can be taken to improve performance. In a MAT program, this research is designed to improve teaching strategies for novice educators. This Action Research Project is centered around my desire to increase student agency in secondary English Language Arts classrooms. Specifically, it focuses on how I can use differentiation, scaffolding, and other instructional strategies to motivate and engage students in the curriculum. As this is an Action Research Project, I am the main participant, and this project is designed to improve my own teaching through specific research and action.
Keywords: education, English Language Arts, agency Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Charlotte Riester Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13282 Critical pedagogy and physical education Ben Bauman physical education | critical pedagogy 6/16/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this action research project is to examine my own teaching practices and look at how I can improve those practices and make a learning environment that is both inclusive and challenging for all students. I specifically looked at how I can use the teachings and philosophies of Paolo Freire to improve the learning environment. Before collecting and analyzing data I took a deep dive into the workings of Freire and tried to find ways to incorporate those philosophies into my teaching. Some of the big takeaways that I found from the research were that the learning environment needs to be more student-centered and allow for discourse among students and teachers. I collected data through field notes, observations, and document analysis. I analyzed that data and found some interesting results and found some great ways to implement them into my teaching. Overall this process provided me with some great techniques and improved me as an educator. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | Kyla Van Voorst Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13281 Applying Humanistic Theory to a Secondary Mathematics Classroom Timothy R. Hartley Humanistic Theory | Secondary Mathematics | Self Efficacy 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Engaging students in a mathematics classroom can be a challenging process. With the variety of challenges students face daily, these challenges are factors that influence a student’s behavior and performance within the classroom. Humanistic Theory in the mathematics classroom allows teachers a framework with which to support their students through encouragement and building students’ motivation while continuing to teach mathematics on a daily basis.
The research I conducted focused on how I planned for the lessons I taught, the observational feedback given back to me from my university supervisor and two cooperating teachers, and my daily reflections from teaching days in my focus classroom. These observations are used as I use both quantitative and qualitative analysis to analyze my teaching practice, in my hope to become a better mathematics teacher. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Marie LeJeune | Melanie Landon-Hays Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13279 Fostering Engagement Through Critical Literacy and Academic Literacy Taylor Mead Critical | Literacy | Engagement 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this action research project, I aim to enhance student engagement in my classroom by utilizing the Academic and Critical Literacy strategies I have learned throughout this process. To create a conducive environment for my students' meaningful learning experiences, I must ensure their active participation in learning. If I want my students to become individuals who challenge the world and advocate for justice, I must build their trust and establish a community that promotes student engagement. My personal teaching goal is to use my knowledge of Critical and cross-curricular academic literacy gained from this action research to boost student engagement and foster critically literate thinkers. This is where my journey to develop students into individuals who think critically and analytically begins. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Jessica Dowdy Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13278 Promoting Student Engagement Through Culturally Relevant Lens in Secondary Mathematics Classrooms James Kelson Mathematics | Engagement | Culturally Relevant 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In secondary mathematics classes, students lack engagement. In other fields, research shows that using a Culturally Relevant Pedagogy tends to increase student engagement rates from different cultural backgrounds. This action research is to determine the effectiveness of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in secondary mathematics classrooms on student engagement. This compared a classroom that mirrored a classroom teaching method typically observed on the Western Coast. In my clinical experience, data was collected to determine which pedagogical approach displayed higher levels of engagement. Data collected was from informal and formal observations from my students, cooperating teacher, field supervisor, and my own reflections. This study found classrooms that use Culturally Relevant Pedagogies and more traditional classrooms have the same level of academic success and engagement. However, there is a slight increase in students feeling invited into the classroom and level of ownership and responsibility in the Culturally Relevant Classroom. This is shown in the openness of communication between the students and educators in the Culturally Relevant classroom compared to the traditional classroom where students’ communication is individualized. Planning and practicing Culturally Relevant Pedagogy also allows educators to understand their students and create meaningful, engaging, lessons and assessments. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Michael Jennings Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13277 Cultural Paradigms in Music Education Ashley Wilson 6/17/0023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Band is a highly differentiated subject in its nature and can become easily overwhelming
to students who lack knowledge and skills to participate in activities in class. This can result in difficulty getting students to participate in activities and engage in manners that will make them successful. Cultural paradigms, the most important determinant of behaviors, dictate how a student may think and act in the classroom. Using culturally relevant pedagogy as a framework for understanding student learning patterns, this action research project sought to use culturally relevant strategies to promote higher levels of engagement and participation from all students in the music classroom. The belief is that students will have achieved academic success when engaged because their assets will have been used to connect prior knowledge to new knowledge, enabling them to make decisions and problem solve with little guidance.
This research included an investigation of my lesson plans and instructional strategies in
order to increase participation and engagement in the music classroom. Using reflective
journaling and observation methods, this analysis was compared to student learning patterns represented by behaviors exhibited in class. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Xiaopeng Gong | Danny Hunt Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13276 Feedback in the Classroom: How and Why? Shea White-Toney 6/17/2023 Text eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this professional project, I examine the importance of feedback in the classroom and outline the best practices as deemed by the relevant literature. In addition, I discuss the numerous challenges associated with giving feedback. For my study, I assigned a one-page paper to two different classes; in one class, I return feedback that is noted effective by the literature (i.e. timely, specific, non-judgemental, etc.), and in the other class, I give feedback that is deemed ineffective by the literature. One week later, I assigned a similar assignment and noted the differences in improvement between the two classes. These results are then analyzed and challenged. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Jessica Dougherty | Dana Ulveland Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13275 Implementing Multimodal Learning into Teachings and Assessments Brianna Mautner VARK | UDL | learning modalities 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Take a moment and reflect on a personal experience where you had to learn how to do something and/or process new information. Think about how the material was presented to you. Was it given verbally, or did it include information to read? When the material was provided, was there a moment when you thought, “I still do not get it.”
Every learner deserves an equitable opportunity in their learning environment, and this project shows how to support diverse learners, including visual, auditory, read/write, and kinesthetic learners. This professional project was developed to include multimodal learning and UDL strategies in teachings and assessments. The project consists of a unit plan for a 3rd-grade class that incorporates VARK theory and UDL throughout the five lessons. The unit explains how to differentiate instruction to meet all students' needs and provide opportunities for learners to succeed in the classroom. Master of Science in Education Joshua Schulze | Gregory Zobel | Randall Ulveland Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13273 Examining Literacy in Social Studies Classrooms: the Impact of Scaffolding Strategies and Relevant Narratives of People and Place Josey Koehn content area literacy | social studies | relevant narratives of place 6/17/2023 Text | Image;StillImage eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ My Action Research Project originated from my interest in addressing the need for increased literacy skills in secondary students within the social studies content area. Throughout my clinical practice, I studied the impact of scaffolded literacy instruction and incorporating narratives of figures with identities relevant to students' lives. I found that specifically targeting reading and writing skills through scaffolding help develop my classes' ability to achieve literacy learning goals. Furthermore, my research indicated that focusing on local and diverse figures helped enhance students' interest and engagement in complex social studies texts. I will utilize the findings from this action research to improve my future instructional practices in order to be an effective interdisciplinary educator. Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure) Joshua Schulze | June Morris | Hillary Fouts Action Research Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13272 The Importance of Literacy Based After School Clubs Marisa Eaton Creative writing | after school club | literacy 6/16/2023 Text | Image;StillImage | ata (charts, tables, raw data files, etc.) eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 10/03/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author by contacting the WOU Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project features the creation and implementation of an after school creative writing club. The club took place over a 12 week period and featured an array of writing activities and projects. This projects focuses on the importance of literacy based after school enrichment, clubs as safe spaces for students, and the power of learning to write creatively. The purpose of this project is to express the need for further opportunities for students to grow as both academics and people. This project walks through the creation of the club, from start to finish, and reflects on the impact the club had on students. Master of Science in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Joshua Schulze | Alicia Wenzel | Randall Ulveland Professional Project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13223 2023 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings from the 2023 Academic Excellence Showcase. 2023-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes_2023_1 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/04/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13210 Library Survey 2017 Executive Summary Janeanne Rockwell-Kincanon Librarians created four similar surveys (for undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff) to evaluate the use and quality of the library’s collections, services, and facilities and to identify areas for improvement. The last such comprehensive survey was in 2006, using the LibQual+™ instrument. The 2017 surveys, using the SurveyMonkey software and taking less than 10 minutes to complete, were administered April 10-30, 2017, weeks 2-4 of the academic term. Solicitations to take the survey were multifaceted: emails to campus distribution lists and to faculty by divisions; postings to social media for the library and campus; slides on WOU Portal pages, postcards sent to employee and residential student mailboxes, and tabling with tablets at the Werner University Center. After completing the anonymous survey, participants were invited to enter their WOU username for a chance to win one of five $25 gift cards to The Press, the café inside Hamersly Library. The lead investigator was Janeanne Rockwell-Kincanon, Associate Professor & Public Services Librarian. IRB review was not sought since the purpose was internal program review. 2-14-2018 Text hamlibrep/1 eng http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13202 Living History I: The Early Years 1853-1911 WOU Digital Production Services | Deborah Rezell Documentary featuring the creation of the city of Monmouth in 1853 and the start of Western Oregon University in 1856 as a Christian College. This project was made possible, in part, by funding from the Polk County Cultural Coalition. Produced in 2013 by WOU Digital Production Services (wouTV) at Western Oregon University. 2013 campusvideos/2 eng Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/21/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/CNE/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13201 Living History: Todd Hall, 1912-2012 Undetermined This six minute video tells the story of Todd Hall, the first women's dormitory on campus, built in 1912 and named after the Dean of Women Jessica Todd. This video was created using archival materials from WOU Archives and was created to commemorate the centennial celebration of Todd Hall. 2012 Image; Moving Image campusvideos/1 eng Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/CNE/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13134 Seasonal Worker Denise Visuano "Hard worker, short season, then rest for another year." The star is used to light up the Giant Sequoia on Monmouth Avenue each December. 2013 article weekatwou/55 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13133 Greetings Denise Visuano Students greet one another near the swale on the north side of Ackerman Hall. 2013 article weekatwou/22 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13132 Foggy Morning Denise Visuano Foggy morning walk in the New Grove by Ackerman Hall. 2013 article weekatwou/17 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13131 Field Practice Denise Visuano A soccer player and other athletes on the Practice Fields take advantage of a break in the rain. 2013 article weekatwou/14 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13130 Bench Natalie Wells "I took this picture in a crooked direction of the bend of the bench (located along Monmouth Avenue)." 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/74 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13129 Which Way? Mike Wells Directional sign located on campus, also known as the MASH pole, a 1990 class gift, by the Information Technology Center (ITC) Building. 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/70 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13128 Western Wolf Paw Natalie Wells "I took this picture of the big Christmas tree's roots." Giant Sequoia, 1887 class gift, located along Monmouth Avenue in front of Campbell Hall. 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/69 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13127 View from Math Laurie Burton A view of Hamersly Library from the Winters Building. 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/67 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13126 Upside Down Tree Natalie Wells "This tree is the big Christmas tree on campus."
I stood underneath it looking up." [Giant Sequoia, 1887 class gift, located on Monmouth Avenue by Campbell Hall]. 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/66 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13125 Afternoon Sun Denise Visuano Moss highlights behind the Werner University Center between Maaske and Winters Halls. 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/54 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13124 Rain Drops Natalie Wells "I took this picture of it raining with a patch of grass behind it" (Grass and puddle along Monmouth Avenue). 1/27/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/53 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13123 Sundial Denise Visuano The sundial, a 1984 class gift, is located in front of Werner University Center. 1/26/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/63 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13122 Sun on Brick Tom Bergeron "The sun finally broke through on Saturday." Administration Building visable through the trees on Monmouth Avenue. 1/26/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/62 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13121 Winter Preview Day Cecilia Mihaylo Inside the Werner University Center on Winter Preview Day. 1/26/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/46 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13120 Moon Over Rice Tom Bergeron Patrons congregate for a show on the night of a full moon over Rice Auditorium. 1/26/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/35 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13119 In the Distance Erin Passehl "One of my favorite spots to read." Taken from the third floor of Hamersly Library looking west towards the Coastal Range. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/68 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13118 Study Time Kisty Rose "Studying is a major part of my experience as a college student here at Western Oregon University." Book stacks on the second floor of Hamersly Library. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/61 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13117 Silhouette Trees Daniel Tankersley A grove of trees near the baseball field off Stadium Drive. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/59 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13116 Shadows and Reflections Jerrie Lee Parpart "Intrigued by bark and brick textures on the south side of the Old PE Building." 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/58 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13115 Self Reflection's Progression Jerrie Lee Parpart Part three of the Percent For Art triptych created by Colin Lambert and Peter Adams for Bellamy Hall in 2009. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/56 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13114 Welcome to Western Erin Passehl A welcome sign to campus driving south on Monmouth Avenue. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/50 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13113 Beautiful Day for a Walk Erin Passehl A young woman walks a dog near the baseball fields off Stadium Drive. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/49 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13112 DeVolder Family Science Center Erin Passehl Construction of the DeVolder Family Science Center looking east. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/48 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13111 Sunny Friday Erin Passehl The Health and Wellness Center and track looking east. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/47 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13110 Jessica S. Todd Hall Nancy Ganson Todd Hall from across Monmouth Avenue looking west. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/44 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13109 Old Meeting Place Jerrie Lee Parpart Pergola on the east side of Todd Hall, built in the early 1920s to disguise the Root Cellar and old Physical Plant. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/41 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13108 Symbols of Fine Art & Dance Anna Holt "While some students carve and chisel at sculptures, others ignite fires to finish ceramic sculptures in the Outdoor Studio (Peter & Gwen Stone Pavilion, foreground) - the dance students in Maple Hall (background) ignite the fire from within themselves carving and chiseling music into movement." 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/40 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13107 Perspective Science Jerrie Lee Parpart Corridor to the Natural Science Building. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/38 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13106 Normal Reflections Jerrie Lee Parpart Campbell Hall (the old Normal School) shown in the reflection from the south side of Education Building. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/37 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13105 Sequoia Nancy Ganson The Giant Sequoia, a class gift from 1887, in front of Campbell Hall. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/34 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13104 Lifts Jerrie Lee Parpart Construction is finished for the day on the DeVolder Family Science Building. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/32 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13103 Birds Stacy Henle Four bird relief sculptures created for the Percent For Art on the west side of Todd Hall. Artwork created by Suzanne Lee for the elevator addition in 2007. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/29 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13102 Cottage & Kiln Stacy Henle The Peter & Gwen Stone Pavilion stands with The Cottage in the background. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/28 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13101 Oak Tree Stacy Henle Pin oak tree on the west side of Campbell Hall. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/27 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13100 May I have this Dance? Stacy Henle The dance studio located inside Maple Hall. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/26 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13099 Sequoia's Sister Stacy Henle View of the west entrance to the Werner University Center. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/25 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13098 Hilbert Laurie Burton "The squirrel's namesake (David Hilbert) is a famous mathematician." Taken inside of the Math and Nursing Building. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/24 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13097 Sundown Shadows Through the Tree Maren Anderson The Hamersly Library at sunset, looking through trees from a Maaske Building office. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/23 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13096 New Kind of Sculpture Garden Jerrie Lee Parpart A Physical Plant project on the south side of the Information Technology Center (ITC). 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/19 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13095 Early Risers Denise Visuano Birds in the morning fog near the Practice Fields. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/13 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13094 Hamersly Library Maren Anderson Hamersly Library as the sun sets from a Maaske Building office. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/12 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13093 Bad Moon Rising Rob Elmer A moonrise behind Rice Auditorium. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/10 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13092 WOU Sign Tom Burrell A welcome to Western Oregon University sign taken at 7:15 a.m. 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/73 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13091 Moving Forward Jeff McNeill "This photo depicts the hurried and hectic life of a WOU student." Front of the Information Technology Center (ITC) taken from across Monmouth Avenue looking east. 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/72 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13090 Stability Jeff McNeill "The strength of WOU" (The trunk of the Giant Sequoia in front of Campbell Hall). 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/71 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13089 Art Knows No Hour Anna Holt "Campbell Hall welcomes its art students at various hours of the day and night. By day the art students are easily spotted carrying black portfolio bags and boxes full of materials to paint, sculpt, draw create. The project due dates can be determined by lights shining through the beautiful windows late at night." 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/39 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13088 Morning Fog Tom Burrell Following the wolf paws for walking safety, photograph taken at 7:15 a.m. on the way to class along Monmouth Avenue. 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/36 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13087 ITC Roof West Daniel Tankersley A view of campus from the roof of the Information Technology Center (ITC) looking west. 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/31 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13086 ITC Roof East Daniel Tankersley A view of campus and Monmouth from the roof of the Information Technology Center (ITC) looking east. 1/24/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/30 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13085 Practice Field Daniel Tankersley Night lights on the Intramural Recreation Field off Stadium Drive. 1/23/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/51 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13084 Sticker Evolution Denise Visuano Parking permits over the last four years and a canine philosophy sticker that reads "Wag more, bark less." 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/60 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13083 Practice Field Moon Daniel Tankersley Near full moon over the turf field by the Stadium. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/52 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13082 Buds Erin Passehl "Being from the Midwest, I am still surprised to see buds on trees in January." Trees located outside the back entrance of Werner University Center. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/45 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13081 Methods of Communication Erin Passehl Easels spread news of campus events up and down Monmouth Avenue. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/43 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13080 Hidden Gem Erin Passehl Sundial located outside the Werner University Center, a class gift in 1984. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/42 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13079 Light Sabers Tom Bergeron Headlights hit a speed bump on Monmouth Avenue at dusk. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/33 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13078 Shadows on the Fence David McCorkle Shadows of trees on the fence behind a parking lot looking towards Hamersly Library. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/11 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13077 Campus Winter Tom Bergeron January fog descends on Campbell Hall and the Information Technology Center (ITC). 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/75 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13076 Analog Storage Tom Bergeron "Information you can put your hands on." Periodical stacks on the first floor of the Hamersly Library. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/65 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13075 Tree Monsters Visit Hamersly Tom Bergeron "Maybe they were researching climate change." Walkway lined with contorted deodars trees on the north side of Hamersly Library. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/64 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13074 Shades of Green Tom Bergeron Academic Programs & Services (APS) Building blends in with surroundings, reflecting the Administration Building in its wall of windows. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/57 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13073 Graduating Class Tom Bergeron Western Oregon University graduation stuffed bears located in the window of the Bookstore at the Werner University Center. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/21 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13072 Goal Post Daniel Tankersley Morning fog on the practice football field. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/20 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13071 Fog Lights Daniel Tankersley Evening flood lights in the fog over the turf field by the Stadium. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/18 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13070 Flower Basket Denise Visuano A bicycle with a blue flower attached to a front basket is locked on campus. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/16 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13069 Fingers Tom Bergeron Percent For Art sculpture titled "Fluid Moment" created by Jill Anholt installed by the north entrance of the Health and Wellness Center in 2011. 1/21/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/15 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13053 Staying Safe in On-Campus Living 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/67 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13052 How to Take Care of your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/73 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13051 Having Fun during a Pandemic 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/77 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13050 Keep Our Campus Safe! 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/74 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13049 COVID-19 Vaccine: Do your part and get the shot! 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/78 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/13048 COVID-19 Prevention for WOU Athletics 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/81 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12901 World War I and the Policing Power of the State Clifton Eddie 6/13/2020 Text his/280 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of [mm/dd/yyyy], this item is in copyright, which is held by [copyright owner]. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author [add author name and contact information]. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ “World War I and the Policing Power of the State” analyzes World War I legislative power combined with inculcating hyper-patriotic propaganda and how these factors contributed to violations of First Amendment rights. A review of various primary sources from World War I, such as war-time legislative orders and federal government propaganda campaigns, demonstrates examples of how these violations exacerbated division within American society, leading to mob activity and a proliferation of extra-legal vigilantism. Citizen turned against citizen as vigilante organizations such as the federally endorsed American Protective League spread across the country, enforcing federal will. During World War I, zealous patriotism campaigned by wealthy, white American men, transformed the federal government into a powerful and autocratic force and through implementation of patriotic based policies, coerced Americans into a wave of vigilantism and at the very least, reinforced certain social turbulences such as classism and racism. World War I distinguishes an era in which a new U.S. wartime government used legislative power and patriotic propaganda to further establish centralized control. This was made possible through the indoctrination of the patriot, the inculcation of blind obedience and a pledge to 100% Americanism. History Kimberly Jensen
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12900 Oda Nobunaga (1534-1582), A Unifier in the Late Sengoku Era Gabriel Yanez Sengoku Era | Oda | Nobunaga | Japan 6/13/2020 Text his/279 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/13/2020, this item is in copyright, which is held by Gabriel Yanez. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author Gabriel Yanez gyanez16@mail.wou.edu. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ History Bau-Hwa Hsieh
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12899 How to Teach Phrasal Verbs Using Conceptual Metaphors Daniel Thom This chapter is from the Honors Thesis | "A Cognitive Linguistic Approach to Phrasal Verbs | " 6/1/2017 Text english_studentpubs/1 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/09/2022, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ eng Although ubiquitous in the English language, phrasal verbs are one of the most difficult constructions for English language learners to learn, as their meanings have traditionally been regarded as arbitrary and chaotic. However, recent developments in cognitive linguistics have shed light onto schematic motivations of phrasal verb meanings and thus present a number of pedagogical applications. The purpose of this handbook is to provide English language teachers with a foundation in the theory and pedagogical approaches to teaching phrasal verbs, using a cognitive linguistic framework.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12898 The Gut Microbiota of Helix aspersa Parker Smith | Michael Baltzley | S. Boomer microbiology | gut microbiome | metagenomics This poster was presented at the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology (SICB) Annual Meeting held January 4-8, 2017 in New Orleans, LA. 1/4/2017 Text;Image;StillImage biology_studentpubs/3 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/09/2022, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Gut Microbiota of Helix aspersa. The gut microbiota plays an important role in the host organism’s well-being, contributing to the host’s immunity and metabolism. An individual’s total gut microbiota is dynamic, fluctuating in response to changes in diet and environmental stressors; however, a host often has a subset of gut microorganisms, known as the core gut microbiome, which is consistent among individuals in a population. To study the gut microbiota, we are using the common garden snail, Helix aspersa, as our model organism. In the past, culture-based studies have been used to identify bacteria from the gut of Helix aspersa raised on processed food sources, which can alter the gut microbiota. Little has been done using metagenomics to determine the natural gut microbiota or identify a core microbiome. We analyzed 16S bacterial diversity in the feces of wild-caught snails using high-throughput Illumina sequencing of the V1 and V2 variable regions. Our results show a gut microbiota dominated by Gammaproteobacteria, particularly members of genus Buttiauxella. This finding was notable in that several early culture-based studies identified this genus as snail specific. More recent DNA-based work has identified this genus at low levels in soil and water environments. Given these data, we assessed the microbial community present on the snail food source, confirming low levels of Buttiauxella and high levels of Pseudomonas. This finding suggests that Helix selectively uptake microbes from their food-source and/or avoid potentially harmful Pseudomonas. We are using FISH microscopy and plating techniques to study changes in the gut microbiota of individual snails in response to changes in their feeding regimen, and exposure to antibiotics or bacterial stressors. Biology Michael Baltzley;S. M. Boomer
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12823 Ed Dover Interview 2017 Carter Craig | Katilyn Kirkman | Brandon Meredith | Jorin Hollenbeak American Politics | Oral History | Oral histories | Western Oregon University | Archives Professor Ed Dover (Political Science) discusses coming to WOU when it was known as the Oregon College of Education and its transformation into a liberal arts institution with the new name Western Oregon State College. In addition to discussing teaching at WOU, he describes his research on US Presidential elections and his run for the U.S. Senate as a candidate for the Pacific Green Party. Ed Dover 6/7/2017 Sound MP3 36 eng 0.022858796 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Ed Dover, interviewed by Carter Craig, Katilyn Kirkman, Brandon Meredith, and Jorin Hollenbeak, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, June 7, 2017.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12818 Jerrie Lee Parpart Interview 2015 Kimberly l Burt | Tyler Arvin | Johnathon Browe | Jacob Artman History | Oral History | Oral Histories | Western Oregon University | Archives | Library Jerrie Lee Parpart 11/2/2015 Text; Sound PDF; MP3 77 eng 5 p.; 00:17:00 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Jerrie Lee Parpart, interviewed by Johnathon Browe, Tyler Arvin Jacob Artman, and Kimberly Burt, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, November 2, 2015.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12817 Mark Henkels Interview 2015 Benjamin Kirchner | Jordan Farley | Shawnee Garza | Connor I Frisby History | Legal Studies | Oral History | Oral histories | Western Oregon University | Social Science | political science Mark Henkels 11/2/2015 Text; Sound PDF; MP3 74 eng 4 p.; 00:10:23 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Mark Henkels, interviewed by Benjamin Kirchner, Jordan Farley, Shawnee Garza, and Connor I Frisby, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, November 2, 2015
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12816 Sharyne Ryals Interview 2016 Keegan G LeBleu | Brianna L Williford | Spencer M Welter | Jeff R St. John Oral History | Oral Histories | Western Oregon University | Sharyne Ryals In a short interview, Sharyne Ryals discusses her experiences working as the Administrative Program Assistant as a part of the Social Science Division. At Western Oregon, she describes her responsibilities and interactions with students. She also explains how she arrived at Western Oregon University as well as her previous work at a chip manufacturing plant. Sharyne Ryals 4/28/2016 Text; Image; Sound PDF; MP3 139 eng 4p.; 00:08:37 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Sharyne Ryals, interviewed by Keegan G LeBleu, Brianna L Williford, Spencer M Welter, and Jeff R St. John, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, April 28, 2016.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12815 Tina Fuchs Interview 2016 Ashley N Fierstadt | Ryan D Steele | Caitlin C Bracken | Nicholas E Ham Oral History | Oral histories | Western Oregon University | Archives | Tina Fuchs | LGBTQ | Sustainability A 2016 interview with Tina Fuchs, the Dean of Students at Western Oregon University. In her interview, she discusses her career and the changes in student diversity and sustainability that she has witnessed over her 27 years at as an administrator at Western Oregon University. Tina Fuchs 4/28/2016 Text; Image; Sound PDF; MP3 39 eng 8 p.; 00:18:02 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Tina Fuchs, interviewed by Ashley N Fierstadt, Ryan D Steele, Caitlin C Bracken, and Nicholas E Ham, Western Oregon University Oral Histories, Hamersly Library, Western Oregon University, April 28, 2016.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12751 Western Edge: The Western Oregon University Magazine, Spring 2019 Western Oregon University Western Edge | Alumni magazines | Western Oregon University Western Oregon University alumni magazine published in April 2019 Western Oregon University 2019-04 Text; Image; StillImage westernedge/25 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/13/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by Western Oregon University. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author magazine@wou.edu. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12710 1946-01-16 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 1/16/1946 Image;StillImage mauriceletters_cominghome/12 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12709 1945-05-13 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 5/13/1945 Image ;StillImage mauriceletters_newguinea/187 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12708 1945-05-17 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 5/17/1945 Image ;StillImage mauriceletters_newguinea/188 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12707 1945-10-14 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 10/14/1945 Image; StillImage mauriceletters_philippines/94 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12706 1945-10-04 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 10/4/1945 Image; StillImage mauriceletters_philippines/95 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12705 1945-09-29 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 9/29/1945 Image; StillImage mauriceletters_philippines/96 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12704 1945-09-25 Alfred P. Maurice Illustrated Envelope Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | envelopes Illustrated Envelope from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 9/25/1945 Image; StillImage mauriceletters_philippines/97 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12703 1944-10-08 Alfred P. Maurice Letter to Dolores Robson Alfred P. Maurice World War II correspondence | Alfred P. Maurice | Dolores Maurice (Robson) | World War II | Pacific Theater | correspondence | personal narratives Letter from Sergeant Alfred P. Maurice to his fiance, Dolores Robson. At the time Sergeant Maurice was serving in the United States Army Air Force. 10/8/1944 Text mauriceletters_california/9 eng In Copyright: 2017 -- Hamersly Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by Alfred P. Maurice. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12702 Inclusive approach for marginalized groups in the interpreting field Kristeena Martinez Education | Other Languages | Societies | and Cultures | deaf interpreters | marginalized groups | people of color | cultural brokering | intersectionality | ethics 5/26/2017 Image; Moving Image; Text theses/35 sgn-US | eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/26/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ There is little research on the marginalized groups in the interpreting profession. There is the need to gather data to discuss how we, marginalized groups, maintain our role boundaries through conflicts and stay adhered to ethics in our assignments. There is the need to assess whether ethnicity have impact on the work. There is little research on triggers of the marginalized groups and how we can maintain self care from vicarious trauma in the interpreting field.
In order to assess the unique position of Deaf interpreters of color and other marginalized groups in the interpreting profession to find the best approach to identify, describe, and examine the ethical decision making by the marginalized groups and how they are impacted by these decisions.
To provide a better understanding of Deaf interpreters of color and other marginalized groups and their approach to the interpreting field. Identifying ethical decisions makings to understand how we remain true to the Code of Professional Conduct that is established by Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc and how we remain professional when we face conflicts in our role boundaries. 5/26/2017 Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda R. Smith, Erica West Oyedele, Rosemary Wanis thesis
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12701 Accessibility of static materials: A case study of a web-based examination Sarah C Hafer Language Interpretation and Translation 1/1/2018 Image;Moving Image;Text theses/50 sgn-US | eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 6/26/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A written abstract is unavailable for this video thesis. 4/9/2018 Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies Amanda R. Smith, Kara Gournais, Berle E. Ross professional_project
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12700 Juntos (Animation) Maria Ortega Covid-19 2/1/2022 Text; Image; MovingImage grants/2 eng; spa http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Communities for Immunity is made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information, visit www.communitiesforimmunity.org. mlortega17@mail.wou.edu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12699 Take Control of Your Future (Bus Ad) Carrie Visuano Covid-19 2/1/2022 Text; Image; StillImage grants/7 eng http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Communities for Immunity is made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information, visit www.communitiesforimmunity.org. cvisuano21@mail.wou.edu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12698 Know the Truth: Be Informed (Bus Ad) Carrie Visuano Covid-19 2/1/2022 Text; Image; StillImage grants/8 eng http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Communities for Immunity is made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information, visit www.communitiesforimmunity.org. cvisuano21@mail.wou.edu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12697 Know the Truth: Be Informed (animation) Carrie Visuano Covid-19 2/1/2022 Text; Image; MovingImage grants/9 eng http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Communities for Immunity is made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information, visit www.communitiesforimmunity.org. cvisuano21@mail.wou.edu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12696 Elsevier, American Chemical Society and ResearchGate Inspire Authors' Rights Training (NWIRUG Version) Sue Kunda | Andrea Wirth ResearchGate | authors' rights | faculty | presentations 7/20/2018 Image; StillImage; Text library_facpres/3 eng Hamersly Library knows, as of 8/13/18, that copyright belongs to the authors, who have attached a Creative Common Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 license to their work. If you wish to use the work for any purpose other than that allowed by the license you can contact Sue Kunda (kundas@wou.edu) or Andrea Wirth (andrea.wirth@unlv.edu). | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ This presentation was delivered on July 20, 2018 at the Northwest Institutional Repository User Group (NWIRUG) meeting at Portland State University (Portland, OR). Library
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12695 ResearchGate, Authors' Rights, and You Sue Kunda | Andrea Wirth ResearchGate | authors' rights | faculty | presentations 3/7/2018 Image; StillImage; Text library_facpres/2 eng Hamersly Library knows, as of 8/13/18, that copyright belongs to the authors, who have attached a Creative Common Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 license to their work. If you wish to use the work for any purpose other than that allowed by the license you can contact Sue Kunda (kundas@wou.edu) or Andrea Wirth (andrea.wirth@unlv.edu). | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ This presentation was delivered on March 7 and 8, 2018 at Hamersly Library (Monmouth, OR). Library
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12694 Building Library Collections, the eBay Way Camila M Gabaldon International Consortium for the Advancement of Academic Publication 1/1/2005 Text fac_pubs/38 E-JASL: The Electronic Journal of Academic and Special Librarianship | Full Text eng eBay provides a fresh way to find and purchase items that build a library’s special collections and archives, supplement circulating collections, or replace journal issues that are missing. At Western Oregon University (WOU), we have used eBay to build our archives collections and are looking to expand our use to the general collections. This article uses some of our experiences to describe how eBay can be used to acquire library materials and includes lessons that we have learned, tips for optimizing your searches, and hints for eBay novices. 3 6 Library
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12692 Alzheimer's Erikson Karacheban Alzheimer's disease This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/91 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Alzheimer’s is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that affects every aspect of the effected individual’s life. Alzheimer’s acts by choking healthy nerve cells until
they begin to die off, leaving the brain with empty pockets. This presentation addresses what Alzheimer’s is, the causes of Alzheimer’s, along with its diagnosis and treatment. It is important to discuss this disease as it not only affects those that have it, but equally affects family and friends of the diagnosed. Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12691 ±3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine: Treating PTSD in The Modern World: A Groundbreaking Methodology for Spiritual Wellness and Neuroplasticity Ashley A. Baxter post-traumatic stress syndrome | PTSD | ±3 | 4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine | MDMA | Ecstasy | Molly | Neuroplasticity This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/90 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious condition that afflicts millions of individuals in the United States. Its complexity has resulted in physicians struggling to effectively implement and maintain treatment. Emerging studies suggest that ±3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), or “ecstasy”, may prove beneficial in treating PTSD in combination with conventional psychotherapy. By acting on the 5-HT transporter in the brain, MDMA has been found to have positive effects on brain activity; encouraging neuroplasticity through the accumulation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). Integrating psychoactive drugs into polytrauma therapy will broaden our understanding of the components involved in maintaining wellness in the human psyche. Health/Exercise Science Warren Allen
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12690 Age and Sex Estimation of an Unidentified Human Jonathon Lewis | Devin Lowrey This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2013 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2013-01-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/79 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project seeks to add to the profile of a currently unidentified individual and demonstrate techniques for assessing the sex and age of human remains. An inventory of the remains was conducted, accounting for skeletal condition and presence or absence of bones. Using previously accepted standard methods, the sex and the age will be assessed using metric characteristics: sternal length and long bone circumference, and non-metric characteristics: morphology of the sciatic notch and preauricular sulcus. A previous study of these remains used epiphyseal unions to narrow the age range to between 20 to 25 years (Lewis 2012). Criminal Justice Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12689 Max: Writing Over Time Rachel Gries writing This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/77 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Robert Troyer
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12688 The Nuremberg Laws and the Foundation of Nazi Scientific Experimentation 1941-45 Jennifer Hight Nuremberg laws | Nazi scientific experimentation This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/76 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ History John Rector
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12687 The Effects of a Group Development Activity on Group Cohesion and Performance Shannon Deyden | Cassie Karn | Morgan Perkey | David Foster group cohesion | group performance This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/72 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Psychological Sciences Ethan McMahan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12686 Investigating Death Using Insects Meghan Kendell forensic entomology This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/71 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12685 The Assertion of English Royal Authority in the American Colonies: Sir Edmund Andros and the Domino of New England Benjamin Lesh English Royal Authority | American Colonies | Sir Edmund Andros | New England This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/70 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ History Elizabeth Swedo
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12684 Cremations of Remains Carmela Macedo | Daisy Romero | Julia Borovskiy cremation | decomposition This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/69 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ After attending this presentation, observers will be presented with the results of a study conducted to better understand the rate of decomposition through cremation by three different and readily available resources (wood, coal, and gasoline). This experiment’s objective is to confirm the results of studies that have already been conducted by other members of the forensic community as well as provide insight into which substances burn at a faster rate. As of now, there is a lot of information about the process in which flesh and bone are cremated, but little information on which substances burn at a faster rate. Understanding the fuel as it is tied to the rate of human decomposition will aid the investigator in estimating time since death in cases of attempted cremation. Three domestic pig (Sus scrofa domestica) legs were used in this experiment with both flesh and bone intact (“ham” section). After attending this presentation, observers will leave with new knowledge of which substance out of the three that were tested (wood, coal, and gasoline) cremate remains (in this case pig legs) at a faster rate. Criminal Justice Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12683 Identifying Sharp-Force Trauma-Serrated vs. Non-Serrated Blades Martha Kools | Taylor Maddox | Carlos Sanchez sharp-force trauma | serrated blades | non-serrated blades This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/68 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this study is to determine the accuracy of techniques devised to identify characteristics of knives used to inflict damage on bone. According to the FBI’s Unified Crime Report, of the nearly 12,000 people murdered in 2014, over 1,500 were killed by sharp force trauma with cutting instruments. While much research has been dedicated towards understanding the different effects on bone caused by sharp and blunt force trauma, forensic anthropology is only beginning to differentiate between individual weapons. Currently, perimortem trauma associated with knives is understood to present as predominantly clean, linear puncture damage, rarely exhibiting radiating or concentric fractures; however, it has been observed that different types of knives create distinctive features. Thompson and Inglis (2009) found that fracture patterns from stab marks could indicate the use of either a serrated or non-serrated blade. To test this hypothesis, this study will measure stab wounds inflicted by a third party on the ribs of a domestic pig, and identify them as either serrated or non-serrated. An error rate will then be calculated to determine the overall precision of the technique. Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12682 Exploring Parkinson's Disease: New Areas of Research for Treatment and Prevention Mary Kate Miller Parkinson's disease This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/65 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12681 Geogebra: Dynamic Math Worksheets for the K-12 Classroom Carlee Nelson geogebra | mathematics | K-12 This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/64 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ What is Geogebra?
3 worksheets:
Slope-Intercept Form
Integer Addition
Angle Classification Mary Bucy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12680 PT, SSP, and BC, Oh My! Darcie Chin | Cassie Owens deaf blind | Seabeck This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/63 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Deaf Studies/Professional Studies CM Hall
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12679 College Students' Response to the Death of a Loved One Rachel Feldhaus | Whitney Scovell college students | death | grief This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/62 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Psychological Sciences Margaret Manoogian
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12678 Zero-Sum Matrix Games Robert Siewell zero-sum | matrix | games This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/60 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Mathematics Matthew Ciancetta
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12677 Communicative Competence, Academic Language, and ELD Torah Skelton ELL | English language learner | high school This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/58 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12676 The Rings of Saturn Michelle A. Smail Rings of Saturn | Kurt Waldheim | W. G. Sebald | Winfried Georg Maximillian Sebald This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Image aes/57 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ History David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12675 Everyone Poops, But What's In It? Parker Smith excrement | feces This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage. aes/56 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Michael Baltzley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12674 Active Learning Promotes Information Retention Xiaopeng Gong | Julie Cooper active learning | information retention This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/51 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education Xiaopeng Gong
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12673 The Effects of Income During Childhood on Post-childhood Obesity Sophia Damiani | Stephanie Foster | Sarah Niles income | obesity | childhood | post-childhood This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/50 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health/Exercise Science Amy Hammermeister-Jordan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12672 Music Therapy Project Haley Morris | Lilaah Jones | Amanda Navolynski | Audrey Drake | Casey Stephens | Kristen Case music therapy This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/37 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Music Rob Winningham
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12671 Visualizing Complex Functions Edwin Ordex Casas | Ben Cote 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/309 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Creating plots of functions with complex number inputs and outputs is quite different from functions with real number inputs and outputs. When plotting functions of real inputs and outputs, the horizontal axis can be used to represent the input and the vertical axis can be used for the output. The same cannot be done with complex functions. Complex numbers have two components whereas a real number has one. In this presentation, we will go over two methods to solve this issue and use these methods to aid us in understanding complex functions. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12670 The Mutual Importance of Intergenerational Relationships: Ties Between Grandfathers & Young Adult Grandchildren, a Dyadic Study. Alysha Bramhall-Bellah 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/306 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The current study focuses on the intergenerational relationships between grandfathers and young adult grandchildren. This is done from the life course perspective to determine how the relationship has changed over time as young adult grandchildren enter into emerging adulthood. Closely examining influences of gender differences in role performance and perspective, protection of autonomy, and generativity and legacy within the dyad. Highlighting the importance of grandfathers in the lives of their young adult grandchildren and the impact they have on each other. Gerentology Margaret Manoogian
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12669 The Hairy Ball Theorem and Other Hairy Situations Corvette Berthold 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/305 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For this research project a clear and concise definition of the Hairy Ball Theorem, also known as the Hedgehog Theorem, will be considered. This theory addresses the way combed vectors can be visualized by thinking of the hair on an individual’s head or the spines of a rolled-up hedgehog, and how there will always be a zero vector or a cowlick. Look into how the Theorem might interact with higher dimensions or with other shapes in 3-D. Covering how Hopf Fibrations might explain why the Hairy Ball Theorem always holds true. After looking at the proof the question will be posed, “How would manipulated vectors on a shape other than a sphere, specifically a torus or donut shape, behave?” This article is meant to get creative mathematical juices going and encourage us to question, “What if”. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12668 The Greatest Game Ever Played Katherine Wallace | Ben Cote 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/304 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this presentation we investigate a variation of the combinatorial, impartial game of Nim that, in addition to selecting from one of two piles of stones on each turn, also uses a system of divisors to define what selections are possible. We begin with an overview, winning strategies, and a history. For games of Divisor Nim, we determine the amount in each pile, find the proper divisors of each value, and discover new winning strategies for this unique Nim adaptation. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12667 The correlation between statistics and winning an NBA Championship Joseph Badege | Ben Coté 2021-05-29 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/302 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The evolution of the game of basketball motivates fans and statisticians to ask questions such as what championship winning teams have in common, statistically. In this presentation, we compare and contrast the correlation of specific statistical categories of NBA championship teams from the 2009-10 season through the 2019-20 season. Using the programming language R, we manipulate and analyze the data using the Pearson correlation test. Analyzing the correlations between the statistical categories (e.g. points, rebounds, assists), we attempt to relate the findings to the rules and structure of basketball and investigate how the correlations vary for championship teams. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12666 Network Configuration Manager Alex Decknadel | Xue Bai | Tim Ferrell | Ted Beers 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/295 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Network administrators have to manually store switch configurations into text files and store old switch configurations in an archive. These administrators don’t know when someone changes something on their switches unless they manually check the configuration to see if a change has occurred.
The solution automatically writes switch configurations to an online archive. This automates a manual task that doesn’t happen each time a configuration changes. It also notifies administrators when a change occurs on one of their devices, allowing them to accept or reject these changes. In addition, they can restore previous configurations if they so choose.
This solution provides reliable automatic backups, versioning, the ability to revert unwanted changes to a known good state, and knowledge of the changes that happen in our environment along with when they happen. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12665 Project-Based Learning Haley Willmott 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/293 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education Leanne Merril
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12664 Modoku Jaquelyn Butson 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/291 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For this research project we will explore a new variation of the popular mind game Sudoku that, much like the inspiration, will have its own set of specific rules for each block, row and column. We will start with an overview of Sudoku, as well as examples of the Latin Squares that inspired them. Then explore our new variation we have named Modoku, and prove, or disprove, its existence for any and all possible grids. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12663 Implementing Trauma-Informed Care in Pediatric Primary Care Settings Cheyanne Bumgardner | Brooke Dolenc Nott 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/286 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The effects of a traumatic experience impact every aspect of an individual’s health. Specifically for children and adolescents, those impacts can be even more severe, especially for those without access to the resources and support necessary to engage in the healing process. Implementing trauma-informed care in pediatric primary care settings allows medical providers to address trauma and its array of physiological and psychological symptoms early and effectively. Research indicates this can be accomplished by facilitating conversations, building relationships, and initiating referrals to mental health services. Trauma-informed care can be implemented in strategic and cost-effective manners among both healthcare providers and their office staff, achieving a cohesive and integrated approach to care. Ultimately, the support provided through trauma-informed care improves long-term health outcomes for patients and reduces the need for high-cost and/or long-term interventions. Psychological Sciences Brooke Dolenc Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12662 General Artistic Overview of IFS, Chaos Game, and Fractal Flames Daniel Patterson | Benjamin Coté 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/284 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Iterated Function Systems (IFS, for short), as they're known today, are a relatively new creation/discovery, being conceived and distributed in 1981. Since then, with the increase of technological efficiency in computer programming and processing, IFS based fractals have become relatively normal in terms of their appearance. How? Digital fractal based art. Through the chaos game, and fractal flames, it becomes possible to create unique pieces of digital art purely through programing and math. In this video, we will give a very brief overview of how the chaos game works, and its applications in creating works of digital art, as well as a brief overview of fractal flames, and their processes for creating art through math and programming. Mathematics Benjamin Coté
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12661 Frobenius Number Christopher Olson | Ben Cote 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/283 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In today's modern world of mathematics we find there are many unique open problems left to be solved. Today we will be looking at tackling one of these open problems. It is called the Frobenius Number. Although it is an open problem Mathematicians have been working on this problem for many years. We will be investigating the work of these mathematicians and try to extend their work to new ideas and try to form new general formulas and equations. This investigation takes the Idea of the Frobenius number and it's core elements from Number Theory and attempts to explain them and implement their uses into new areas of math Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12660 Frieze Patterns Lilith Weeks | Benjamin Coté 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/282 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Frieze patterns are two dimensional patterns that respect certain groups of symmetries and are repetitive in only one direction. In this presentation we will briefly see what a frieze pattern is in architecture/art and see how that compares to frieze patterns in mathematics. There are 7 frieze groups that all frieze patterns follow. They include: step, hop, spinning hop, sidle, spinning sidle, jump and spinning jump. We will also look at polygons with n sides and see how they are related to frieze patterns and their composition. There are three main types of friezes that we will focus on, Conway-Coxeter friezes, additive friezes, and NIM friezes. Mathematics Benjamin Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12659 Fractal Ferns Cassondra Neff 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/281 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this presentation, we will delve into the world of fractals. A form of mathematics that has long been studied, but only until recently has it had the name. When most think of fractals they think of the work of Benoit Mandelbrot, which we will touch on. However, we will mostly be working on the findings of Micheal Barnsley. More specifically, we will be using his creation of the Barnsley fern, which uses iterated function systems (IFSs), as a basis for generating a specific fern found in nature, the Western Sword fern. Along with IFSs, the Barnsley Fern uses matrices and affine transformations to generate the fern, something we will use in our process as well. Mathematics Ben Coté
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12658 Development of an Exit Survey to Identify the Efficacy of Public Assistance in Polk County Amanda Sanchez | Daniel Vityukov | Jessica Crocker | Melanie Gardner | Nick Castillo | Noah Chaparro | Paige Merritt | Susan Parker 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/279 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Housing stability has been a critical issue, as expressed in the 2019 Polk County Community Health Assessment. The purpose of this Process Improvement Project (PIP) was to design and administer an exit survey to assess the long-term stability of clients who utilized services from the Polk County Family and Community Outreach (FCO) division. The exit survey was developed to meet several goals: to communicate client outcomes to funders to obtain grants, identify and improve unmet needs within the services offered, and to collect client experiences. The research was conducted on evidence-based survey design, the incorporation of incentives, the impact of public assistance on health and well-being, and the role of text messaging technology in health care interventions. Findings indicate that this assessment method displays a strong potential for FCO to analyze assistance effectiveness and adapt services to meet the current needs of their clients. Nursing Holly Andreosky
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12657 Coloring Graphs from Knots Brandon Amerine 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/277 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Knots and links can be categorized by invariants such as colorability. A knot is a three-dimensional object, so any two-dimensional diagram of that knot must consist of a set of crossings and set of strands that indicate the behavior of the three-dimensional object. Past authors have defined knot coloring using a system of equations at the crossings in the knot diagram. Since we can associate a knot with a strand adjacency graph, here we investigate whether a knot’s associated graph can be used to provide a non-algebraic version of colorability. We explore a couple different arrangements for a strand adjacency graph and the results that occur under several types of colorability. Along the way, we also take a look at cablings of knots and their distinctions from prime knots in these results. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12656 Circle Packings Rosario Vargas | Ben Cote 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/276 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this research project we pick apart circle packings and in doing so we consider the history of major mathematicians who added insight. By providing definitions and background knowledge we seek to understand how to construct circle packings and we show what it means to be mutually tangent. In this presentation we will also take notice of related topics such as sphere packings and Ford Circles and touch on applications of circle packings that make them a useful tool. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12655 Building an Inclusive and Diverse Classroom Community Through Children’s Literature: My Capstone Project Jacqueline Brown | Ya-Fang Cheng 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/275 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education and Leadership Ya-Fang Cheng
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12654 Billable Amber Courtright | Karsten Collins | Mercedes Ponce 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/274 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Our project creates an easy to use tool to organize bills and track ongoing monthly spending in comparison to available monthly income. Billable allows for the sorting of expenses by each month which allows the user to visualize how much money is being spent for the month. This platform assists in organizing bill information to prevent overdrafts and late fees that can accumulate over time. When a financial goal is set, the project assists in maintaining that goal by providing real time comparison of current spending against the user’s goal. Billable is not only a place to gather, organize, and track financial information, but it is also a way to enhance the user’s potential and ability to effectively manage their personal finances. Most importantly, Billable provides bill information and history in a centralized repository. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12653 Anxiety: How Childhood Trauma Leads to Anxiety Mystie Johnson | Brooke Dolenc Nott 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/273 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Anxiety disorders are the most common psychological disorders in America, with 18-19% of U.S. adults reporting an anxiety disorder in a given year. Anxiety can be impacted by a number of factors, but this research explores the connection between anxiety and childhood trauma as well as prevention strategies. Three research articles were analyzed specifically related to anxiety at the neurobiological level and the impact of early childhood trauma on adult anxiety. Findings indicate that the effects of childhood trauma are similar to the behavior and neurobiology of a person diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Trauma survivors may suffer from anxiety, abandonment/trust concerns, as well as an increased stress response. These neurological responses, if prolonged enough, can also lead to the development of an anxiety disorder. In order to assuage anxiety in trauma survivors, specifically in children, screening for trauma at younger ages to can help trauma responses from becoming anxiety disorders. Psychological Sciences Brooke Dolenc Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12652 An Inspection of the Fibonacci Sequence and the Resulting Spirals CHRISTA FENTON | Ben Cote' 2021-05-29 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/272 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Fibonacci Sequence is a common mathematical phenomenon that intrigues both academics and intellectuals alike. It is known as a fun, numerical sequence that builds on itself to infinity. As it turns out, the Fibonacci Sequence is more than a quirky additive sequence, it’s a foundational component to several different branches of mathematics. It’s basic formula can be tweaked ever so slightly to produce Pell numbers, various metallic ratios, and Pisano Periods, just to name a few. The Fibonacci’s original formula famously produces the Golden ratio and Golden Spiral which people across the world claim to see in nature, art, and science. In this presentation we will show where the Fibonacci is famously found, along with lesser known places in mathematics. It will show that we aren’t seeing the Golden Spiral everywhere, that the maths and ratios are integral to each spiral we see, and what you are seeing may not be the spiral you’re looking for. Mathematics Ben Cote'
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12651 Amicable Numbers Saud Dhaafi | Ben Cote 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/271 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ All numbers are interesting such as that zero is no amount while it is an even number, and the first perfect number is six, 1 is the first deficient number, and 12 is the first abundant number. An Amicable pair is a pair of two whole numbers, each of which is the sum of the proper whole number divisors of the other. This presentation will explore amicable pairs and provide a strong number-theoretic foundation for understanding the amicable pairs. Additionally, we focus on the contributions of Thabit Ibn Qurra and Euler on finding amicable pairs. Mathematics Ben Cote
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12650 A Mathematical Approach to Inventory Management at Client-choice Food Pantries Josh Salsbury 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/270 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Traditional food pantry models give customers pre-arranged boxes of food that offer no or limited choice of the items received. Recent research indicates that the client-choice model, in which customers get to choose items in a grocery store-like setting, is a much more effective method of running a food pantry. However, there has not been scholarly research into the best practices for organizing and restocking items at client-choice pantries, which can significantly affect the quality and amount of food a customer has the opportunity to shop for. This research outlines a method of using common probability and statistics techniques to quantify the expected equity and risk of products expiring to find an optimal restocking method. Mathematics Leanne Merrill
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12649 Big Brother Big Sister Mentoring Program Kali Higgins | Lecy Warren | Brooke Dolenc Nott 2021-05-15 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/268 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Big Brother Big Sister program emphasizes the importance of providing a meaningful mentoring relationship to children who may not have the opportunity for one otherwise. Children benefit from a mentor invested in their future success but attaining a meaningful mentoring relationship is multi-faceted. This project examined two research articles about the Big Brother Big Sister program related to expectations and closure with mentoring relationships and the subsequent impact on youth. This analysis was also compared to the authors’ own experiences with mentoring. Findings indicated that youth and adults had different expectations regarding the mentoring relationships - with youth emphasizing self-sufficiency and “having fun.” The end of the mentoring relationship also played a significant role in the child’s life and perception of the program. The research shows a side of mentoring that is more implicit than just a cursory relationship, and these social interactions can be crucial to children’s growth. Psychological Sciences Brooke Dolenc Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12648 2021 Academic Excellence Showcase Welcome Video Rex Fuller 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/267 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A brief welcome message to WOU's 2021 Academic Excellence Showcase participants from WOU President Rex Fuller.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12647 2021 Academic Excellence Showcase Welcome Video (Winningham) Rob Winningham 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/266 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A brief welcome message to WOU's 2020 Academic Excellence Showcase participants from WOU Provost Rob Winningham.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12646 2021 Academic Excellence Showcase TRIO Welcome Video Rex Fuller 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/265 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A brief welcome message to WOU's 2020 Academic Excellence Showcase TRIO student participants from WOU President Rex Fuller.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12645 Navegando con las expectativas familiares y las responsabilidades universitarias: conflictos emergentes para las estudiantes latinas y sus padres Sandra Cerda-Lezama 2020-05-28 Text aes/263 spa Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Psychological Sciences Margaret Manoogian | Alicia Ibaraki
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12644 Artist Presentation: Nelina Vargas Nelina Vargas This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; Image; StillImage aes/246 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Western Oregon University undergraduate student Nelina Vargas presents select artworks from her fine arts portfolio. Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12643 This is What Happens When You Play With Nukes Danielle Durand | Kaylee DeBolt | Jacob Martin nuclear | nuke | pollution | radiation This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Image; MovingImage aes/151 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney, Philip Wade
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12639 Spring Dance on Pause Dance Department | Tim Cowart dance | Western Oregon University | COVID-19 | spring dance This performance was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage aes/262 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This 20 min documentary features raw rehearsal footage and interviews with several of the choreographers from this year's Spring Dance Concert.
For over 40 years the Dance Program at Western Oregon University has produced a performance of faculty, guest artist, and student choreography. This culminating event is called the Spring Dance Concert. Unfortunately, this year the dance concert was canceled due to the world-wide COVID-19 pandemic. This film was directed and edited by the new head of the dance program, Timothy Cowart. It is dedicated to the talented dance majors, minors, and dance faculty members who worked for several months pouring their time, effort, and artistry into the endeavor. It serves as a window into their creative process and a testimony to their efforts. Theatre/Dance Tim Cowert
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12638 Swimming Towards Change Nina Skeele Ernesto “Che” Guevara | Che Guevara | Diarios de Motocicleta | The Motorcycle Diaries | film analysis This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/261 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Through semiotics, framing and marxist methods of analysis, this essay examines the heroic framing of Ernesto “Che” Guevara presented in the film Diarios de Motocicleta. The plot of the film follows the road trip Guevara takes with his friend Alberto Granado on an old motorcycle through South America. As they witness poverty and inequality across the continent, there are many instances where it would seem that Ernesto is beginning to form the communist ideologies which eventually guide him to be the face of revolution. The film downplays these ideologies by only commenting on classism through the use of material signs, which Ernesto overcomes physically rather than philosophically. This depiction of material problems with physical solutions creates a simpler situation for the audience to comprehend; one in which the morality of Ernesto is unquestionable, and his selflessness is emphasized through physical sacrifice. Communication Studies Emily Plec
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12637 Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation - Leila Holt Leila Holt art and design | senior portfolio | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/254 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12617 The Genesis of Law: Changing Oregon's Marijuana Employment Policies Gustavo Guerrero marijuana | legislation | employment | Oregon This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/248 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This video presentation explores the development of a research project aimed at finding a solution to an ongoing issue in Oregon, the lack of employment protections for legal consumption of both recreational and medicinal marijuana. The research dives into the problems caused by current marijuana employment law, steps other states are taking to address similar issues and steps previously taken by Oregon legislators to address this issue. Finally, the research illustrates the process and challenges of creating a comprehensive legislative report that clearly defines the problems rooted within the lack of employment protections and offers practical solutions that reflect legislative action taken in other states. The development of this project provides insight into the preliminary stages of the legislative process where the genesis of law, beginning as an idea, makes its transition towards becoming a sponsored piece of legislation. Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12616 Senior Design Portfolio Presentation Adina Macavei This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/245 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Side presentation of senior design portfolio
Hello! My name is Adina Christie Macavei, however, I mainly go by Christie. I'm currently a senior at Western Oregon University and graduating with a Visual Communication Design degree. Aside from being someone who produces art, I also consume it on a regular basis! It guides my everyday decisions and ultimately it has led me to become a graphic designer! Art Jennifer Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12615 Cannabis at "Card Again Stationery" Alexandra Quesada | Andres Avila | Ben Ruggles | Christopher Linares-Espinoza | Citlalli Castaneda | Emily Balck | Katarinna Hendricks | Kourtney Sandidge | Lea Sheldone | Rio Cunningham | Sarah Pitz | Tawnie McAlister improvisational theater | improv | comedy This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage aes/241 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This is an improv comedy sketch that we created, rehearsed and filmed (mostly via zoom) for our class Acting for Camera II. The intention was to create content similar to popular improved-based sitcoms similar to The Office, Parks and Rec, Brooklyn 99, Broad City, etc. Everyone in class participated in the group zoom call, then each student had to film something to further develop their character/s or the story in general. We had one guest actor. *WARNING: Adult language and drug references* Theatre/Dance Ted deChatelet
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12614 The Effects of Mentoring and Sex Differences on Perceptions of Academic Success in At-Risk Minority Youth Sandy Cerda-Lezama This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/240 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Previous research on academic success shows a difference in achievement level between students who participated in school-based mentoring and those who did not receive mentoring. The purpose of the current study was to explore the effect that mentoring, and sex differences had on the perceptions of academic success in at-risk minority youth. It was predicted that participants would rate students with mentors as more likely to succeed academically in their future. It was also predicted that participants would rate female at-risk minority students higher in terms of future academic success compared to males if they had a mentor, as well as if they did not have a mentor. Participants (N = 29) were college students recruited at Western Oregon University through SONA. They were randomly assigned to read one of four scenarios of an at-risk minority youth’s life and rate their future academic success based on the resources that were provided to them. Results confirmed the prediction that at-risk minority students with a mentor would be perceived as significantly more likely to succeed academically in their future, but there was no significant difference in rating within the sex of the student. The implementation of the results in this study could positively influence parents, teachers, principals, representatives in school boards, etc., by giving them a message that all students can significantly benefit from mentoring independent of their sex. The finding that students who have a mentor are perceived as more successful is meaningful because research indicates that other’s expectations of individuals influences actual outcomes and behaviors. Past research suggests that youth may act as is expected for them to act. If at-risk minority youth are expected to be successful with a mentor, this indicates that the more mentoring provided for youth could be beneficial. Future research on the structure of mentoring programs that best fits the needs of at-risk minority youth, longer-term mentoring programs, and recruitment for more mentor volunteers is warranted. Psychological Sciences Brooke Dolenc Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12613 Engaging in Growth Mindset through Photovoice Sandy Cerda-Lezama This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/239 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Engaging in Growth Mindset through Photovoice
Research has demonstrated that children and adolescents with a growth mindset are likely to challenge themselves more often, persevere when they encounter difficulties, and have a higher level of academic achievement compared to those with a fixed mindset. A growth mindset is believing one can develop skills and talents, and this mindset leads to several positive youth outcomes (Dweck, 2019). A fixed mindset means believing that intelligence and talents are simply fixed traits, and this mindset can create barriers for youth because of believing they are not capable of accomplishing certain skills and goals. (Clear, 2018). However, research proves it is possible to transform fixed mindsets into growth mindsets.
A lack of empirical understanding on how youth articulate their understanding of growth mindsets as well as how the construct and mentoring might integrate exists. Therefore, the purpose of this research was to determine if and how mentoring could be used to increase growth mindsets in adolescents and to understand what a growth mindset means to adolescents in a mentoring context.
The present study used a type of participatory action research known as Photovoice to investigate these relationships. This method of research employs techniques that can capture data derived from youth perspectives, with the idea that these perspectives can provide details of existing problems that face youth. The objective of Photovoice is to support the self-empowerment of participants by providing them with an opportunity to express their experiences and “speak” through photographs about issues that challenge them, to connect with others in their community, and advocate for change. Photovoice engages those who do not usually have a say in the decisions that affect their daily lives, such as middle school students, as a way for them to deepen their understanding of an issue.
Because of Covid-19, we were unable to proceed with our research with the Talmadge Middle School and Western Oregon University Mentoring Program. However, using pilot study data, it was determined that youth saw the value of hard work to achieve a goal, as opposed to giving up, because the process was meaningful. Additionally, it was found that adults who do not listen or empathize with youths’ feelings were viewed as an obstacle to growth mindsets for youth.
The use of Photovoice in a mentoring context engages adolescents in power-sharing research, creating a sense of belonging and empowerment that their perspectives are being heard, evaluated and, represented. Mentors can help children feel confident in their skills due to the guidance provided in the development of a growth mindset. Mentors play a unique part in this development because they can guide adolescent students to cultivate skills. This is important because the adoption and integration of a growth mindset has been shown to improve emotional, social, relational, and psychological well-being in youth. Psychological Sciences Brooke Dolenc Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12612 Digital Hijinks Capstone - Project Roadtrip Michael Caldwell | Bradly Christensen | Noah Castle | Lijian Nian This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/237 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Have you ever asked yourself, “Hey, I want to plan a road trip- Google Maps is great for finding a route to take. There are event planning websites out there that allow me to organize the details….and even social media apps that keep me connected with my friends. Maybe I could invite them! I wish there were a convenient hub that wrapped all these features up together for me.”
Well your wait has come to an end.
Planning a road trip can be quite the hassle. After doing a great amount of research into similar web apps, we found that none of them took all these aspects and brought them together. Our project idea makes the lives of our users more convenient, and those who want to plan an intricate trip can now do so quickly and accurately. Our project, Roadtrip, combines trip planning and organization with social media features to allow our users to easily navigate the difficulty of creating a road trip from start to finish- while also integrating key social features to keep them connected. These features include: auto-generating an optimal route with the Ant Colony Optimization (ACS) algorithm; saving routes for future use; gaining access to details of different establishments along your route; and creating events- of which any user can join you on your trip; among many others.
Here, we present a short video- meeting the team, demonstrating our progress so far, and discussing future visions. Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12611 Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation: Emma Young Emma Young art | student portfolio | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/236 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Emma Marie Young's Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12610 2020 Academic Excellence Showcase Welcome Video Rob Winningham | Rex Fuller Academic Excellence Showcase | Western Oregon University | Rex Fuller | Rob Winningham This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage aes/235 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A brief welcome message to WOU's 2020 Academic Excellence Showcase participants from WOU President Rex Fuller and WOU Provost Rob Winningham.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12609 Parker Riser Art and Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Parker Riser art | graphic design | sculpture | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/232 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This is a presentation of my Art and Design portfolio from my time here at Western Oregon University. My work is often process based with notes of both classic and contemporary appeal. It spans across multiple mediums, both two and three dimensional. Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12608 FODfinder Website Demonstration Cassidy Bullock | Gabriel Brehm | Jensen Alquist | Tanner Hill This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage aes/229 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ FODfinder Video Demonstration Abstract
Cassidy Bullock
Gabriel Brehm
Jensen Almquist
Tanner Hill
Millions of people in the United States suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome with symptoms triggered by what are known as FODMAPs. The presence of FODMAPs are not clearly shown on food labels and thus may be challenging to avoid. This video demonstrates a software solution developed by several undergraduates from Western Oregon University’s Computer Science Department to help people suffering from IBS more easily identify triggering foods. They have developed a web application that allows users to explore foods, both generic and from wellknown name brands, and determine whether they are suitable for their diet. The search is backed by the USDA database, and will display information about the foods’ ingredients and nutrition as well as a FODMAP ranking based on a proprietary algorithm. The application also allows users to dynamically label ingredients as high or low risk to allow for a more individualized experience. Users can create lists of foods which they can print to bring to the grocery store, and they can also view other users’ lists to foster a sense of community. Additionally, a mobile android application has also been integrated so that users can search for foods directly in the store and get a quick score for foods they're unsure about. From mobile, searching for foods is as easy as scanning a barcode while in the store to bring up details about that food. Because high risk foods are not labeled as having FODMAPs, the necessity for a solution is all the more crucial. This easy to use software solution fulfills the important role of helping people with IBS easily access specific information about foods and manage their symptoms. Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12607 Addressing the Academic Achievement Gap Rachel Bayly academic achievement gap | Oregon This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/226 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Research has shown that across the United States children from low-socioeconomic backgrounds are less academically successful in K-12 schooling than their peers from high-socioeconomic backgrounds. This achievement gap starts before birth, as children’s rapid early development is affected by their environments and later by their social interactions. Through a civic engagement project, I set out to analyze and propose changes to reduce the disparities in early experiences for children from low-versus-high-socioeconomic backgrounds. My original plan for this project, a book drive, fell through the cracks, as my research revealed that the root causes of the achievement gap cannot be addressed with simple solutions. Families today need serious financial and social support. My project morphed into advocacy for large-scale change through a showing of the documentary No Small Matter. This film draws viewers’ attention to the stress and hardship that millions of families face as they navigate economic instability and the United States’ bleak childcare landscape. It focuses on the potential that is lost for children experiencing high stress at such a crucial point in development, but No Small Matter does not leave viewers feeling hopeless. It spreads the message that by taking the early childhood education crisis head on, we can unlock every child’s full potential and propel ourselves to new heights. Through a documentary showing on WOU campus, I planned to bring that message, the conversation around it, and early childhood education problem solving to the WOU community. Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12606 D&D Tool Kit Website Randy Caamal | Ian Oberst | Zaid Alsuwayyigh This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/225 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Many players of the popular tabletop game Dungeons and Dragons enjoy playing the game both in person and online, but the often archaic and specific nature of the game’s numerous rules have cost many players a large amount of time as they are forced to rifle through informational books whose pages often reach the hundreds in number all to find a tiny bit of data. While one can always use a designated website to find what one is looking for, our team seized upon the opportunity to build a website useful for not only making these resources easier to navigate, but also put that functionality alongside other useful tools for the running of the game.
The D&D Tool Kit website is a tool kit that will provide useful tools and contain multiple visuals for the interaction of the user and the Dungeon Master. It will also contain visuals for the characters and enemies on the game board, allowing them to have more interaction with the website to create games, maps, and allow them to manage stats for their characters in a D&D game. Alternatively, if a viewer is only interested in searching for a specific monster, spell, or equipment for their session, we also provide easy access in order for them to enjoy the game in their separate environment. We give many viewers the opportunity and flexibility to enjoy D&D in their own way, and this was made for those who are interested to learn the game, have no fear and give it a try. Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12605 Understanding Intergenerational Conflict Sandy Cerda-Lezama | Kennedy Concepción | Adrian Manriquez | Concha Guerrero This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage aes/223 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Understanding Intergenerational Conflict
This presentation will introduce findings of current research being completed here are Western Oregon University. The focus of the research is on patterns of conflict among Latinx that may come from cultural expectations. We will explore if the presence of conflict is perceived differently among those coming from a collectivistic culture and potential conflicts between emerging adults and parents. We discuss with students how these conflicts affect relationships and consequences that may emerge. As well as explore our ethnic cultural norms and experiences with conflict and non-family related issues and challenges. In addition to exploring possible conflicts the Latinx population may experience we will provide psychoeducation and coping skills that can support mental health when facing conflict. Psychological Sciences Alicia Ibaraki
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12604 Trifles - A Silent Film Kenzie Moore This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage aes/222 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This silent film is based on the one act play, “Trifles” by Susan Glaspell. It highlights the main actions in the story in a different, yet intriguing way. As the film is a silent film, there is no audible dialogue, only instrumental music. Any essential dialogue is presented in hard-coded subtitles after the character speaks. Theatre/Dance Ted deChatelet
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12603 Peak Performance Shay Green | Megan Traeger | Joe Collinsworth | Sodara Y exercise | fitness | personal training | web applications This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/220 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For teams and coaches looking to bring their athletes' strength training performance to the next level, Peak Performance is designed to tailor a variety of workouts to the athlete, keep athletes and coaches on the same page about training, and help athletes and coaches set training goals and make plans to accomplish them. Peak Performance will provide continuous workout programs tailored to an athlete's specific needs and abilities, exercise tracking, and interfacing with FitBit watches to allow for a well-rounded strength training experience for all athletes. Unlike many other strength training apps that are bogged down with features and add-ons that are never used, our product strives to serve our customers in the simplest, but most effective ways; helping athletes achieve their goals and helping teams grow closer as they do it. Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12602 Speaking of Creativity: How Language Usage Patterns Affect Group Creativity Grant Hess | Madison Hoffmann | Morgan Montoya | Gianna Young creativity | team creativity | language usage patterns This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/219 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Teams regularly generate creative solutions to complicated problems. Little research, however, addresses the process of team creativity; in part, because of the difficulty in measuring creative processes within teams. Our research proposes to demonstrate that patterns of language usage occurring during team interactions can be used as indicators of creative behavior. Previous studies indicate that variation in creativity can be explained by linguistic features. This current study aims to replicate previous findings (Foster & Murfin, 2016) using the creative behaviors of problem finding/formulation; information gathering; ideation; and idea evaluation. Participants in 43, three-person groups completed two intellective, problem-solving scenarios, rank ordering objects for their importance. Verbal interaction was collected by video recording and transcription. Transcripts will be analyzed using Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count (LIWC) software (Pennebaker, Booth, & Frances, 2007). Relationships between coded creative behavior and linguistic patterns will be examined. Current progress and future directions will be discussed. Psychological Sciences Jessica Murfin
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12601 Beyond the Tutor: Web Application Developed by Team Khronos Victoria Rhine | Brandon Linton | Maksim Stoyanov tutoring | scheduling | Computer Science Division | Western Oregon University | web applications This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/218 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Computer Science is a challenging major for even the brightest students. We have learned from experience that seeking and accepting help is a key component to success. Luckily, the Computer Science Division (CSD) at Western Oregon University has created their own tutoring center where tutors and students can connect. We have the unique perspective of having a CSD tutor on our team. As this team member filled a timesheet with her pen and was asked again through online chat whether she tutored that day, she recognized a need. This is how Beyond the Tutor was born. We asked questions of ourselves as students, tutors, and visited with professors to gauge individual needs. Through continuous research, we identified services that would benefit the entire department.
Beyond the Tutor is an information system that will provide online resources for students, a modernized system for tutors, and comprehensive insights for professors. For students, the system will display real-time tutoring availability, provide an efficient avenue for in-person and online tutoring sessions, and consolidate additional resources. For tutors, the system will alleviate the burden of personally relaying tutoring information to students by moving the process to an easy-to-use interface. Tutors will also benefit from digital time sheets to quickly and accurately log time worked. For professors, data collected through surveys they can create and send to students directly through the user interface will provide a better understanding of student needs both in real-time and over the long term through predictive analytics. Our goal is to provide a state-of-the-art resource for the Computer Science Division to assist in moving the program to a better future! Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12600 Petopia: Bettering Lives for People and Their Pets Tricia Holman | Joseph Tavares | Corrin Moser pets | pet care | web applications This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/216 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ More and more, people consider pets to be a part of their family -- or at the very least, best friends who are counted among their “loved ones”. For some, pets are their only house-mates!
Just like with human kids or senior loved ones, sometimes it’s difficult for those who work full-time to be able to do everything, every day, for their pets… but unlike with human loved ones, there really aren’t that many options for finding good, reliable, affordable caretaking assistance.
For finding help with taking care of your human loved ones, probably the most well-known web application is Care (https://www.care.com/) where you can find caretakers for pretty much every set of needs your human loved ones may have. However, most web apps currently available for pet services -- the most well-known being Fetch (https://www.fetchpetcare.com/) and Rover (https://www.rover.com/) -- focus primarily on just dog-walking and basic pet-sitting.
From personal experience, and from other pet owners I know, there can be lots of other things that need doing. Sometimes your pet needs medications while you’re at work. Or dropped off & picked up at the groomer’s, or taken to the vet for it’s shots, or some bloodwork. Maybe your senior pet needs to be let out and back in again more often while you’re at work. Maybe your pet with a health condition needs several small meals a day, or just watching over.
There are lots of things beyond walking and basic sitting that pets and their owners need help with!
Therefore, we wanted to create a pet caretaking services web app that:
Was inclusive of all kinds of pets,
Covered any type of caretaking needs a pet and their owner may have,
Connected pet-loving individuals, to arrange to help each other out.
Petopia is meant to not only help Pet Owners find reliable fellow pet lovers to help them with the caretaking and well-being of their pet(s) -- therefore bringing them peace of mind ... but also to give pet lovers the opportunity to have a fun and meaningful way to make some extra money doing something they enjoy, on their own schedules.
We want to connect every type of Pet Owner to pet-loving Pet Care Providers, so that people and Pets can enjoy a better quality of life! Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12599 Glorious Enhancements April DeSantis | Yixuan Shi | Jolaade Nwanze Glory Facial | web applications | skin care | recommendations This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/214 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Project Vision:
To provide flexible and accessible software solutions to enhance online shopping experience within the shortest lead time.
Introduction:
Former Nike executive Alisia Ford has launched Glory Facial (https://gloryfacial.com/), a skincare company for women of color. The company launched Feb. 14. For now, Glory Facial's sales are exclusively online. Ford hopes to open a Portland popup store this year. She'd also like to open popups in Seattle and Los Angeles in order to deepen the company's relationships with consumers.
Purpose Statement:
Glorious Enhancement’s purpose is to improve response time between when a customer completes the initial skincare survey on the website and the “You’re skincare routine is here” response email, and ultimately finalizing the sale.
Problem Statement:
Glory Facial manually processes its orders and this results in delayed and late order processing and ultimately accumulated lead time. Glorious Enhancements solution integrates the different infrastructures used in order processing and delivery to drive efficiency and ultimately a great users’ experience.
Business Needs:
Glorious Enhancements’ solution enables the employees/owners of Glory facial to generate product recommendations with the aid of automated processes for both their surveys (individual products and skincare boxes) and product recommendations after customers answer a series of questions on the company's website.
Product Overview:
Glorious Enhancements accesses customer information, and make product recommendations within a matter of minutes, with the help of current existing affordable software solutions.
Major Features:
Glorious Enhancements integrating to the customer information database with the product database.
Stakeholders:
Employee, Customers, CEO, Customer support representative, Skincare consultant
Budgetary Details:
Find quick and easy solutions at a low affordable cost. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12579 Dehumanization Emily Rabe dehumanization | out-groups | preventative strategies This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/205 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This research explores the importance of studying the theory of dehumanization. Over six million people were subject to torture and killed during WWII; the theory of dehumanization provides a possible explanation for how people could commit such horrible acts toward another human being (Dawidowicz, 1981). Although extreme cases of dehumanization, like genocide, are not currently a frequent concern within the U.S., certain groups of people still experience dehumanization on a daily basis. By examining past research, it was determined that the act of dehumanization is a cognitive process that can be seen physically taking place within the brain. Harris and Fisk (2006) found that the cognitive reaction to dehumanized groups is demonstrated via exaggerated amygdala and insula reactions, which is consistent with past neurological research about the brain registering disgust. Various examples from research confirm the problem of dehumanization as a widespread issue. People from different ethnic groups, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people experiencing homelessness have all been found to be targets of dehumanization in the past and present. Due to the brain’s automatic response of registering disgust when presented with members of outgroups, there is little room left to empathize with members of those groups. Our ability to dehumanize has had many negative side effects within society, like discrimination and the development of an unwillingness to engage in helping behavior that could benefit members of outgroups (Haslam, & Stratemeyer, 2016). Given these costs, research regarding the prevention of dehumanization is necessary. Evidence exists to support the use of counter stereotypes and perspective taking as two effective methods to decrease dehumanization by promoting diversity and decreasing group bias (Prati, Vasiljevic, Crisp, & Rubini, 2015; Shih, Stotzer, & Gutiérrez, 2013). The prevention methods developed to decrease dehumanization could help to encourage individuals to support inclusive policies, help to dissuade discrimination, and promote diversity. Dehumanization is an individual cognitive process that in the past has contributed to mass murders such as the holocaust, and currently prevents people from empathizing with members of outgroups. Future research is essential to decrease the rates of dehumanization today. Psychological Sciences Brooke Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12578 OK Bracket Manager Ethan Black | Jacob Malmstadt | Ashlyn Santiago | Zak Keipp tournament bracketing | scheduling | web applications This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/203 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The OK Bracket Manager is a web application designed to help streamline tournament event running, specifically for events with numerous brackets. The main goal of the system is to provide a consolidation of brackets from Challonge (and potentially other sites in the future) to minimize navigating page to page to check each bracket by itself, along with tracking competitor status across all of an events brackets, so that a competitor won't get called for when they're already somewhere else. This consolidation is accomplished by sending requests through Challonge’s API, meaning that changes on our site are also represented on the organizer’s Challonge tournament listings, meaning that details can still be checked and managed from a familiar space even if they want to use our service at times. This also means that other programs that are compatible with Challonge, for example data aggregation from tournaments to rank players, are implicitly compatible with the OK Bracket Manager.
Further, the applications listing and search features allow tournament events to be found by visitors without logging in. This can help competitors locate events, and can also allow them to check up on the status of tournament details from our pages, such as the bracket progression, and standings. This helps competitors engage with the event and track math wins as they happen. Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12577 Wolf Ride Overdrive Cory Freitag | Adrian Mattoon | Philip Schmaltz Wolf Ride | Western Oregon University | scheduling | web applications This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/202 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ We are Dev Team 4 of the Information Systems division of Computer Science and our Project is Wolf Ride Overdrive. Wolf Ride is a way for students of Western Oregon University to request the service of a ride to any destination inside of Monmouth and Independence. It was created as a way for students who wouldn’t feel comfortable at night to be able to request a ride service that Western Oregon University operates. The current service of requesting a ride requires making a phone call to a number associated with the Service, our project sought to create a new way to be able for students of all needs to be able to request this service besides the use of a phone. Wolf Ride Overdrive was born from this Idea that all students of all needs should be able to access the Wolf Ride service.
Wolf Ride Overdrive can allow all students a new way of requesting the Wolf Ride service. We have done this by creating an online service for requesting a ride from Wolf Ride. Wolf RIde Overdrive can have students create an account where they can input their contact information, email and phone number, as well as their home address. With their account created and information stored Students can use the Wolf Ride Overdrive site to request a ride. Wolf Ride Overdrive can offer students the option of visiting predetermined locations to visit such as Hamersly Library, Werner University Center, as well as the neighboring grocery stores in the town. This provides them quick access to anywhere they would like to get to or be picked up from. Wolf Ride Overdrive can also be used to store the students home address for fast selection by the students. Should the students like to go somewhere beside the predetermined locations then they simply need to select the custom options on Wolf Ride Overdrive and the system can take in these requests instead. Once the ride has been requested Wolf Ride Overdrive can quickly notify the student by email that their ride was successfully submitted and that Wolf Ride will be there shortly to take them to their destination. Wolf Ride Overdrive can also send an email to the driver on duty informing them of who is requesting the ride and where they will want to be picked up from and where they would like to go. Wolf Ride Overdrive can also store all the information about the use of the Wolf Ride so that later a deep dive can be done on the usage of the Wolf Ride system. Wolf Ride Overdrive was created to bring all the Wolf Ride services and system under one location to allow for automated delivery of ride requests as well as storage of the use of the system without requiring a physical tracking system so information can be sorted and gone through quicker for analytics of the Wolf Ride system. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12576 Feminism Within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, a Proposal for Thesis Research Ally Chancellor feminism | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | Mormonism This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage aes/200 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Feminism is a popular topic in today’s society, but religious women are often left out of it on the basis that one cannot be both religious and feminist. Even though they may not take part in the most obvious feminist actions as they continue to maintain traditional western family structures, they can still hold feminist beliefs and take other kinds of feminist actions. In my senior thesis I will be studying feminism in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints using ethnographic research via first hand participant observation, both in person and online, in the Salem Young Single Adult Ward and within the community of young adult Church members active on Tumblr.com. I hope to see how these women who live or plan to live these more traditional western structures can still take feminist action in their daily lives. Anthropology Katherine MIller
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12575 Olivia Martin Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Olivia Martin art and design | senior portfolio | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/198 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Olivia Martin (She/Her/Hers) presents selected works from her senior graphic design portfolio. Fueled by a soundtrack and a fondness for the late 60s and early 70s, she incorporate aesthetics of the past with contemporary design trends in order to create something that feels both current and familiar. This blended aesthetic is showcased through the use of geometric elements, simplistic illustrations and eclectic color palettes. Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12574 Self-reported Concussion History Impacts Attentional and Motor Inhibition Paige Bailey This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/197 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Concussions and their neurobehavioral consequences are a recent focus of media attention. Recent work suggests that individuals with a self-reported history of concussions experience heterogeneous deficits in several domains, including motor control, attention, and working memory (e.g., Howell et al., 2018; Hudac et al., 2018). Here, we investigated the interplay of attentional and motor inhibition by combining a singleton paradigm with 3D reach tracking. Participants reached to an odd-shaped target (e.g., circle among diamonds); on half of trials, a salient, task-irrelevant, colored distractor (singleton) was present. Results indicate that individuals with a self-reported history of concussion showed impairments in attentional suppression of competing response options. Importantly, this effect was independent of the presence of salient (i.e., prominent) distractors in the display, counter to what is commonly observed in the singleton paradigm. No differences were observed between neurotypicals and individuals with a self-reported history of concussion during reach planning, suggesting their inhibitory motor control remains intact. These results support suggest that goal-directed reaching may be a sensitive and robust measure to delineate underlying cognitive and motor processes that result from concussion. Psychological Sciences J. Dan McCarthy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12573 Astronomical Learning Joshua Jacob Mauricio | Robert Lochbaum | Matthew Hibner astronomy | websites | education | middle school | high school This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/193 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Our website, Astronomical Learning, is a site that is based around the goal of educating minds about all topics space related. Our primary target audience is a younger audience, between 11-17 years old approximately. Our content and design choices are designed towards a younger audience; however, we’ve also attempted to create a family friendly atmosphere that can be enjoyed by all ages. We have created a suite of administrator tools that aid in the maintenance of the family friendly atmosphere as well. Our website primarily consists of image driven and interactive pages that also double to deliver all sorts of information to the inquiring minds Our website contains information on topics ranging from space travel through NASA and SpaceX, different features of our solar system, to space as an infinite expanse. Visitors that wish to register an account will find themselves with access to additional features such as being able to post their own thoughts to the website via comments. Registered users will also gain points for completing different activities across the website to level up their personal badge. Providing both a fun and educational product has proved to be an interesting challenge, but through uses of vibrant and captivating imagery and plenty of user interactivity with the website, we believe that we have struck a fine balance. We have pleasant pictures and animations that should aid in captivating our younger audiences and help to hold their interest. On top of this, we also have features designed to stimulate and test learning. We have two types of quizzes, the first of which is simple single quiz questions that appear near the content on the appropriate page. Alongside this, we have a more standard quiz where visitors can flex their knowledge. We at MJR Software Solutions believe that through our tireless efforts of product research and product delivery, that we have created something which can truly captivate the minds of younger audiences and inspire them to thirst for the knowledge that we happily provide. Computer Science Becka Morgan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12572 Lily Odegaard AES Graphic Design Portfolio Presentation 2020 Lily Odegaard art and design | senior portfolio | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/192 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Lily Odegaard (She/Her/Hers) presents selected works from her senior graphic design portfolio. Keeping the basic principles of design in mind as she approaches each new project, she strives to create stability through design, and works to effectively use hierarchies, and legible typography because she believes that clearly communicating messages is best done simply. Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12571 Visual Communication Design Portfolio Presentation Sarah Leibowitz visual design | senior portfolio | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/190 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Slide presentation of senior design portfolio. This presentation shows what skills I developed during my time in the Visual Communication Design program at WOU. My curiosity and playfulness results in work that is humorous and atypical in visual language. Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12570 Katherine Schubert Graphic Design Portfolio Presentation Katherine Schubert graphic design | senior portfolio | Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; MovingImage aes/186 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Slide presentation of senior design portfolio.
Developing creative solutions that enhance a clients’ impact on their community as well as strengthen the image of their brand fuels my passion for graphic design. My goal is to exceed expectations. I am a fast learner who can quickly develop effective and creative solutions to design challenges. I genuinely enjoy collaborating with clients and creative teams to provide exceptional graphic design, publishing, printing and marketing solutions. As an enthusiastic and professional graphic designer, I strive to provide a unique perspective regarding branding and visual communication strategies. My commitment to excellence and my dedicated work ethic drive me to constantly expand my skillset and knowledge. Art Jennifer Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12569 Career Development: Activities that Enhance the Skills of High School Students to Young Professionals Madalyn Grieb career development | high school students This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/185 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ There are many obstacles on the journey of obtaining a high school diploma. In addition to taking various core and elective classes, high school students also need essential skills such as public speaking, writing a professional email, talking on the phone, writing resumes and cover letters, creating a LinkedIn, dressing professionally, networking, filling in applications, to become young professionals in the workforce. In the Oregonian, Betsy Hammond reports that “nearly 40 percent of Oregon high school grads don't go to college”. Then creating 40 percent of the Oregon population that will need help in building their professional profile for themselves sooner than many other high school students. According to the literature, one thing teachers can do to enhance their students’ transitions into the workforce is to implement the aforementioned activities in their curriculum. Along with building the stronger intrinsic motivation to learn how to apply the course material in their future endeavors. This will counteract the “extrinsically motivated students [that] may exert only the minimal behavioral and cognitive effort they need to execute a task successfully” (Ormond, 2015, p. 425). The objective of the current study is to review research studies on the topic, and make suggestions for teachers regarding what they can do to improve the next generation’s workforce by providing different ways to instill intrinsic motivation to help in their transition of becoming young professionals. A comprehensive review of the transition from High School students to young professionals will be conducted. Other relevant topics such as high school graduation rates and young adults in the workforce will also be examined. Education Xiaopeng Gong
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12568 Prima Katherine Schubert ballet | animation | art | video This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Image; MovingImage; Sound aes/178 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. kschubert18@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Daniel Tankersley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12567 The Prehistoric West Anna Mitchell animation | art | video | cowboy | prehistoric This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Image; MovingImage; Sound aes/173 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. amitchell18@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Daniel Tankersley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12566 Increasing Cardiovascular Endurance and Weight Management in a College Student Ricardo Manzo cardiovascular endurance | weight management | health This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/171 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. rmanzo17@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health/Exercise Science Tom Kelly
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12565 The Seabeck Experience: DeafBlind Culture, Communication, and Guiding Demeter Finch | Kailee Rae Goodrich DeafBlind | Seabeck | American Sign Language This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/167 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the authors. dfinch16@mail.wou.edu kgoodrich16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Deaf Studies/Professional Studies CM Hall
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12564 Overtime Jacques Dupuis animation | art | video | science fiction This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 MovingImage; Sound aes/164 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. jdupuis18@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12563 Me!Me!Me! Nell Danforth dance | animation | TeddyLoid | Daoko This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 MovingImage; Sound aes/162 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. ndanforth16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12562 Opioids: A Class of Drugs Too Powerful to Ignore Alex Azorr opioids | opioid epidemic This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/159 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. aazorr13@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12561 Stannates: The Creation of Tin Oxide Semiconductors and their Applications as Photocatalysts Rachelle Austin Stannates | photocatalysts | semiconductors | tin oxide This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/158 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. raustin16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Feier Hou
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12549 How to Write Well Lars Soderlund Dr. Lars Soderlund's lecture on writing at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 2/1/2017 Image; MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/pdf commlectureseries/9 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12548 Grandparenting: A Cherished Family Role in Mid to Late Life Margaret Manoogian Dr. Margaret Manoogian's presentation on grandparent satisfaction, responsibilities, and potential tensions / outcomes at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 6/1/2016 Image; MovingImage; Text video/mp4 commlectureseries/8 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12547 Math: The New Civil Rights Issue Sylvia Valdes-Fernandez Dr. Fernandez's lecture on math and civil rights at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 4/1/2017 MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/pdf commlectureseries/6 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12546 Hiking in Oregon Tom Kelly Tom Kelly's lecture on Oregon hiking at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 4/1/2016 MovingImage; Text video/mp4 commlectureseries/19 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12545 Alignment, Retention, and Meeting Our Students Where They Are Sue Monahan Dr. Sue Monahan's lecture on alignment and student retention at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 11/1/2016 MovingImage; Text; Image video/mp4; application/vnd.ms-powerpoint commlectureseries/18 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12544 Beyond Tolerance: Religion & Global Community Allen McKiel Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 2/1/2016 Image; MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/vnd.ms-powerpoint commlectureseries/15 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12467 Parallel Lines Garima Thakur Garima Thakur's lecture on parallel lines at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 3/1/2016 MovingImage; Text video/mp4 commlectureseries/16 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12466 Brain, Health, and Aging Rob Winningham Dr. Rob Winningham's lecture on the brain, health, and aging at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 11/1/2015 Image; MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/vnd.ms-powerpoint commlectureseries/14 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12465 Non-fiction Texts That Inspire Writers Melanie Landon-Hays Melanie Landon-Hays' lecture on non-fiction texts which inspire writers at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 10/1/2015 MovingImage; Text video/mp4 commlectureseries/13 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12464 The Dog Ate My Cell Phone: Teaching and Learning in the Google Age Dan Clark Dan Clark's lecture on teaching and learning in the google age at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 12/1/2015 Image; MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/vnd.ms-powerpoint commlectureseries/12 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12463 Inclusion of Youth with Disabilities in Community Recreation and Physical Activity Jennifer Taylor Dr. Jennifer Taylor's lecture on inclusion of youth with disabilities in community activity at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 5/1/2016 Image; MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/vnd.ms-powerpoint commlectureseries/10 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12448 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), April 5, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 4/5/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/1 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12447 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), August 10, 2020 COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 8/10/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/4 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12446 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), August 11, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 8/11/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/5 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12445 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), August 17, 2020 COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 8/17/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/6 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12444 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), December 13, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 12/13/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/8 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12443 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), December 14, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 12/14/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/9 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12442 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), February 1, 2022 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 2/1/2022 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/11 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12441 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), February 22, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 2/22/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/13 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12440 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), January 3, 2022 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 1/3/2022 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/14 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12439 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), January 11, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 1/11/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/15 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12438 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), January 25, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 1/25/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/16 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12437 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), June 1, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 6/1/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/18 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12436 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), June 14, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 6/14/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/19 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12435 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), June 29, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 6/29/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/20 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12414 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), March 8, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 3/8/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/21 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12413 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), March 22, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 3/22/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/22 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12412 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), November 30, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 11/30/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/30 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12411 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), October 5, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 10/5/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/31 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12410 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), October 19, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 10/19/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/33 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12409 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), July 21, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 7/21/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/17 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12408 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), November 16, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 11/16/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/27 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12407 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), August 25, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Sarah Carter | Adam Chynoweth | Emily Vala-Haynes COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 8/25/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/7 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12406 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), May 3, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 5/3/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/23 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12405 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), November 1, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 11/1/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/25 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12404 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), April 19, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 4/19/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/2 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12403 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), November 2, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 11/2/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/26 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12402 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), October 5, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 10/5/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/32 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12401 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), August 3, 2020 COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 8/3/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/3 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12400 JUNTOS EN SALUD: Volume 7 Esmima Tencos | Kailey Knospe | Eddy Perez | Jenny Leon-Perez | Megan Patton-Lopez | Emily Vala-Haynes 1/1/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/41 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12399 Safety Tips for the Internet 1/1/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/42 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12398 Informational Handout: Masking Guidance 1/1/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/43 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12397 JUNTOS EN SALUD: Volume 5 Jenny Leon-Perez | Gabriela Enciso | Mariana Guerrero | Karissa McClanahan | Jesus Maciel | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Esmima Tencos | Jackie Rodriguez | Megan Patton-Lopez | Emily Vala-Haynes 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/46 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12396 CELEBRE LAS FIESTAS DE FORMA SEGURA DURANTE EL COVID-19 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/47 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12395 Scheduling Your COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/49 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12378 PICO DE GALLO HECHO EN CASA 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/50 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12377 Recursos del Condado de Polk 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/52 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12376 CondadoDePolk: Parques y Recreación 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/53 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12375 Vacuna contra el COVID-19: Que esperar 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/54 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12374 Plantando Vegetables 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/55 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12373 Cómo poner en práctica la cuarentena 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/56 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12372 Geocaching 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/57 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12371 JUNTOS EN SALUD 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/59 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12370 ¡Que se vuel va un hábi to! 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/62 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12369 Scheduling Your COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/63 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12368 COVID-19 Vaccine Comparison 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/66 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12367 Guía de Salud Comunitaria de WOU: ¿Expuesto al COVID-19? 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/68 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12366 I got my COVID-19 vaccine! Have you? 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/69 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12365 COVID-19 Vaccine: Live outside of Polk County? 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/71 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12364 COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/79 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12342 Polk County Older Adults Newsletter: Spring 2021 Katherine Schwanke | Queenie Love Agbayani | Sarah Meyer | Maddie Dirren | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/84 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12340 Polk County Older Adults Newsletter: November 2020 Autumn Hillberg | Katherine Schwanke | Lynelle Pawson | Sherwine Guillaume | Sam Harris | Sarah Meyer | Maddie Dirren | Emily Vala-Haynes | Margaret Manoogian | Megan Patton-Lopez 11/1/2020 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/87 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12337 Monmouth Seed Lending Library 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/92 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12334 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), April 4, 2022 Maddie Dirren | Jenny Leon-Perez | Kacie Ryden | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COIVD-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 4/4/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/96 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12333 La Unidad en la Salud Pública (Octubre/Noviembre 2020) Jenny Leon-Perez | Gabriela Enciso | Mariana Guerrero | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Sonia Castañeda Felix | Jesus Maciel | Karissa McClanahan | Megan Patton-Lopez | Emily Vala-Haynes COVID-19 | family | Polk County | OR | familia | mental health | dental health | children's mental health | vaccination 10/1/2020 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/97 eng, spa 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12332 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), December 28, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 12/28/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/10 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12331 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), February 8, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 2/8/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/12 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12330 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), May 17, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 5/17/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/24 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12329 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), November 16, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 11/16/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/28 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12328 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), November 30, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Queenie Love Agbayani | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 11/30/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/29 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12327 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), October 19, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jesus Maciel | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 10/19/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/34 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12326 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), September 1, 2021 Maddie Dirren | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Jenny Leon-Perez | Sam Harris | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 9/1/2021 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/35 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12325 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), September 8, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Emily Vala-Haynes COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 9/8/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/36 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12324 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), September 21, 2020 Maddie Dirren | Adam Chynoweth | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez COVID-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 9/21/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidmediaresources/37 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12323 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), [June 7, 2022] Sarah Carter | Adam Chynoweth | Maddie Dirren | Sam Harris | Jenny Leon-Perez | Queenie Agbayani | Jesus Maciel | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Kacie Ryden | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COIVD-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 6/7/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/38 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12305 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), May 2, 2022 Maddie Dirren | Jenny Leon-Perez | Kacie Ryden | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COIVD-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 5/2/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/39 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12304 COVID-19 Project Data Brief (WOU Community Health + Polk County), April 4, 2022 Maddie Dirren | Jenny Leon-Perez | Kacie Ryden | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez | Leanne Cusack COIVD-19 | statistics | Polk County | OR 4/4/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/40 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12303 To Your Health: Staying Healthy and Connected During Covid-19 1/1/2022 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/44 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12302 Recursos del Condado de Polk 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/45 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12301 PROGRAMANDO SU CITA PARA LA VACUNA COVID-19 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/48 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12300 Detén la Propagación del Coronavirus 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/51 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12299 Winter Kit Conversation Cards 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/58 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12298 Recursos del Condado de Polk: December 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/60 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12297 LA REALIDAD SOBRE LA VACUNA COVID-19 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/61 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12296 COVID-19 & YOU: Wolfie's Tips During a Pandemic 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/64 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12295 Benefits of the COVID-19 Vaccine 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/65 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12294 Only YOU Can Protect WOU's Campus Community 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/72 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12293 Guía de Salud Comunitaria de WOU: ¿Cómo ponerse en Cuarentena? 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/75 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12292 WOU Community Health's Guide: How to Quarantine? 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/76 eng 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12291 Vaccination Update 3/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/82 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12290 Staying Connected at Home During COVID-19 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/83 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12289 Spring General Activity 1/1/2021 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/85 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12275 Guide to: POLK COUNTY Parks and Recreation 1/1/2020 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/88 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12273 Juntos en Salud: Together in Health Jenny Leon-Perez | Gabriela Enciso | Mariana Guerrero | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Sonia Castaneda-Feliz | Jesus Maciel | Karissa McClanahan | Megan Patton-Lopez | Emily Vala-Haynes 1/1/2020 Text, Image, Still Image covidmediaresources/95 05/01/2021 -- Western Oregon University Library knows this item to be in copyright, which is held by the authors. No permission is required from the rights-holder for educational uses. Any use, other than educational or fair use, must be cleared with a COVID-19 Project co-director, Megan Patton-Lopez (pattonlm@mail.wou.edu) or Emily Vala-Haynes (valahaynese@mail.wou.edu). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC-EDU/1.0/
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https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12263 Walk for George Floyd protest in Salem, Oregon, June 6, 2020. Max Laine Western Oregon University | Black Lives Matter | George Floyd 6/6/2020 Text; Image; StillImage covidwou_stories/5 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 02/05/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author, whose email address can be found above.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12261 Retention: It Takes a Campus Kristin Mauro Dr. Kristin Mauro's lecture on retention at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 3/1/2017 MovingImage; Text video/mp4; application/pdf commlectureseries/7 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/12259 Executive Function in Children Born Low Birth Weight and Preterm Patricia Blasco | Sybille Guy | Serra Acar Lecture by Patricia Blasco, Sybille Guy, and Serra Acar on executive function in children born preterm and with low birthweight at Western Oregon University. Western Oregon University. Academic Innovation Center 1/1/2016 Image; MovingImage; Text application/vnd.ms-powerpoint commlectureseries/11 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 04/18/2021, this item is in copyright. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11947 Physiological Effects of Disrupted Circadian Cycles in Geranium oreganum Chelsea Bitner geranium oreganum | circadian | rythm | cycle | disrupted | sunlight | plants This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/99 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11946 Resource Navigation for Western Oregon University Students Jennifer Beard | Angela McNally student | awareness | resources | community This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/98 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this project was to create a tool to increase Western Oregon University student awareness of available community resources. Health/Exercise Science Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11945 The Impact of Artist Fame and Viewer Socioeconomic Status on Art Likeability Ayers Christina art | socioeconomic | fame | likeability This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/97 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Psychological Sciences Jaime Cloud
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11944 Luminescence: Lighting the Invisible World of Crime Scenes Jessica Alexander luminescene | crime scene | forensics | evidence This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/96 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11943 The Public Policy of the Peace Corps Maddie Dohrer Peace Corps | public policy This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/92 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11926 Examining the Effects of Corrosive Household Chemicals on Bone and Tissue Trish Dowell Corrosive Household Chemicals | forensic anthropology This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/9 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In popular media, criminals attempt to dispose of their victims by using various chemicals to dissolve the corpses. This research investigates the effects of household chemicals on the degradation of bone. Vertebrae from a domestic pig (Sus scrofa domesticus) will be immersed into five corrosive agents: drain-cleaner, lye, bleach, ovencleaner, and cola. Tap water will serve as the control. Color, size, and weight of bones will be documented over time. I expect drain-cleaner, lye, and oven-cleaner to thoroughly degrade the bone, cola to cause mild degradation, and bleach and tap water to produce the least degradation. Dowell, Trish. "Examining the Effects of Corrosive Household Chemicals on Bone and Tissue." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Anthropology Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11925 Eclipse and Eye Safety Marvel Davis | Jessica Donahue solar eclipse | eye safety This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/89 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Earth/Physical Science Melinda Shimizu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11924 Jovian Shadow Events Landon Glynn Jupiter | Jovian Shadows | Galilean Moons | Portland (OR) This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/88 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Earth/Physical Science Melinda Shimizu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11923 How the Indians Discovered Solar Eclipses Taylor Hojnowski | Alek Showalter Indians | solar eclipses | Aryabhatta This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/87 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Mathematics Laurie Burton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11922 Cultural Beliefs Regarding Solar Eclipses Nicole Inman solar eclipses | cultural beliefs This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/86 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Earth/Physical Science Melinda Shimizu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11921 2017 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 aes/85 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11920 Ancient Mayan Eclipse Predictions Jose Angulo | Makenna Cleaver | Morgan Roan Mayan calendar predictions | eclipse This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/84 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Mayans were one of many Mesoamerican civilizations throughout the years 6000 B.C. all the way up to 1500 A.D. The Mayan civilization was developed in an area that encompasses southeastern Mexico, all of Guatemala and Belize, and the western portions of Honduras and El Salvador. Their lives revolved around the outer world, and because of this, they learned to calculate the earth’s rotation and were able to foresee the dates of eclipses almost as exactly as our calculations today. Mathematics Laurie Burton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11919 Egyptian Predictions of Solar Eclipses Eva Batenhorst | Joshua Omer | Matt Strutz Egyptians | Ptolemy | solar eclipse This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/83 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Egyptian historians rely on tomb paintings, a variety of temple inscriptions, and a small amount of papyrus documents such as the Rhind Papyrus. It has been documented that the oldest known example of a sundial dates from Egypt ca 1500 BC, as depicted below. Egyptians introduced the earliest fully developed base 10 numeration system at least as early as 2700 BCE (and probably much early). Written numbers used a stroke for units, a heel-bone symbol for tens, a coil of rope for hundreds and a lotus plant for thousands, as well as other hieroglyphic symbols for higher powers of ten up to a million.Unfortunately, it is thought the majority of information regarding Egyptian mathematics was lost when the great library of Alexandria burned in 48BC. Mathematics Laurie Burton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11918 Everything's Spinning: Planetary Motion's Effect on Lunar Phenomena Emily Carlston planetary motion | solar eclipses This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/82 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Understanding the natural world is a key to sustaining life. Often our understanding does not go beyond what we can tangibly see and touch, with the Moon seemingly out of reach for many. Though the Moon holds a special place to those who enjoy the night sky, it does much more than just provide a picturesque view. The Moon affects the world around us in many ways during its lunar cycle, but how does it all work? The important details of this can be described using the concept of planetary motion that includes key aspects of the way the Moon and Earth interact. The concept of planetary motion can also explain how eclipses occur, the different types of orbit, and the fact that only one face of the Moon is ever visible from Earth. Eclipses, both solar and lunar, are shadows of planetary bodies such as the Moon and Earth. These shadows are created as they move past each other in space during their orbit. As complex as these ideas may seem, they are quite simple once broken down. Eclipses and other lunar phenomena will be explained in this poster using the concept of planetary motion. Earth/Physical Science Melinda Shimizu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11917 Solar Eclipses in Ancient China Jazmin Chang | Ashley Reardon | Alec Smith Ancient China | solar eclipses This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/81 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chinese astrology began in the Shang Dynasty. (1226 BCE to 1161 BCE) The Chinese culture believed that solar eclipses were caused by a mythical dragon devouring the sun. It was also believed that eclipses in general told the future of the emperor. Due to this, predicting solar eclipses was deemed of the highest importance; so much so, that two astrologers were once beheaded because they failed to predict a solar eclipse. Astrologers not wanting to be beheaded used many methods and tools in order to try and accurately predict solar eclipses. Mathematics Laurie Burton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11916 Solar Eclipses in Ancient Greece Zach Coblens | Will Paige | Ryp Ring Ancient Greece | solar eclipses This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2017-01-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/80 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Solar eclipses are known for their beauty and almost twilight feel when witnessed in person. The sun is fully engulfed by the moon, leaving only a ring of what the sun used to be for only a moment. To the average Joe this might seem like an amazing spectacle that they can’t wait to tell their grandchildren. But, there is more to this event than just a huge space rock blocking light from a star. Throughout the history of the planet many scientists and mathematicians have worked to decipher the exact timings for this event in the past and even in the future. Mathematics Laurie Burton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11915 Estimation of Biological Age by Epiphyseal Union Jonathon Lewis Epiphyseal union | forensic anthropology This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/8 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Epiphyseal union is the secondary ossification of bone in juveniles and primary means of estimating age of subadult post-cranial remains. First an inventory was conducted of skeletal remains from a single individual, accounting for the skeletal condition as well as the presence or absence of bones. Then, using previously developed standards, the estimation of age was assessed through a system of scoring epiphyseal closure. Results will narrow the age range of the individual, which will expand our knowledge of the skeletal collection. It is also important that we respect the decedent by taking the time to know more about them. Lewis, Jonathon. "Estimation of Biological Age by Epiphyseal Union." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Anthropology Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11914 Exploring Alumni Stories Through Qualitative Research Marsha M. Warren | Danica J. Drapela | Kyla N. Bredimus | Jessica Y. Flores | Cierra I. Henderson | Tashawna Wright | Kimberly A. Lanning | Isabel R. Dryden This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2017 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/78 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This presentation describes a project designed to connect current psychology undergraduates with alumni from the same program. Purposive sampling was used to recruit diverse alumni following different career paths (i.e., graduate school or straight to work), representing alumni who identified as first generation, nontraditional, Latina/Latino or as a student of color. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to understand alumni career paths and gather information about decision-making, barriers, supports, and advice for current psychology majors. Interviews were audio-taped and are currently being transcribed. Some alumni agreed to participate in an “Alumni Profile,” which highlighted specific alumni by name, shared details of individual’s specific story, and were made publicly available. The current presentation will share the experiences of the undergraduate researchers exploring qualitative research, learning about career options available after graduation, and benefits for current students. Psychological Sciences Chehalis Strapp
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11913 Emergency! Lauren Hiland Emergency! software | emergency services | emergency information | applications This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/75 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ With the Emergency! Application, users can easily access emergency medical information and local emergency services information, in order to always have a safety back-up plan. The Emergency! application is an information system that will provide step by step first aid instructions through WebMD and will keep its users updated with the closest emergency services available. This application will display instructions on how to give first aid, including CPR. This application will run continuously in the background on your device, tracking your location by GPS, and constantly updating the application with local emergency information. A separate page will store the users chosen personal emergency information. Computer Science Scot Morse
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11912 Employers to Students: 9 Lives Softwares Lauren Hiland | Matthew Stroud | Ray Gottsch 9 Lives Software | employment | students | web applications This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/74 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For employers who desire a different way to evaluate students as potential employees for their company. The Employer to Students application is a web application that will provide Oregon companies with a new way to assess local students for potential job opportunities. Along with using traditional tools such as job applications and resumes, Employer to Students will also allow companies to gather information such as contact information through the information provided in student's personal profiles. This gives companies a good perspective on potential student employees, and allows companies to assess which students they believe would be most beneficial to their company. Students will also be able to upload a resume to the site that will address their personal accomplishments, such as research experience, publications, or projects the student has participated in. A recruiter can send a student an email on an email forum, and a student can reply to that email. Unlike current job finders, Employers to Students will give companies the ability to post projects that students can work on. This will allow students a glimpse into the type of work a company takes part in, and will enable the students to test if their personal skills and interests fit a specific company's needs. This will also allow the companies to see which students have the skill sets they are looking for. Computer Science Scot Morse
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11911 Effective Use of Modern and Personal Media in the Classroom Kye Jonson social media | Twitter | classroom instruction This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/73 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11903 2012 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase | undergraduate research This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 aes/7 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11902 Using Artificial Selection to Understand Orientation Behavior in Drosophila Rachel Mendoza | Mariah McKechnie | Natalie Wallace | Stephanie Torrez | Michael Baltzley | Kristin Latham Drosophila | artificial selection This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/67 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Kristin Latham
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11901 Theater as the Bridge: Prosody and Theater Methods that Increase Reading Comprehension and Student Engagement Doug Miles reading comprehension | reading motivation | theater methods This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/66 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11900 Refocusing Students on Study Habits: Seeking Achievement Beyond Mathematics Exams Esther Shephard study habits | mathematics This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/61 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11899 2007 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2007 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2007-05-31 aes/6 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11898 Invasive Characteristics of Geranium Robertianum Emma Signor Geranium Robertianum This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/59 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11897 Groundwater and Climate Change Ashley Thompson groundwater | climate change This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/55 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Geography and Sustainability Mark Van Steeter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11879 The Traditionalistic Culture: Suppressing Political Participation Jesse J. Thompson This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/54 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11878 Econometrics: Ghosts of Economic's Past and Tidings of Good Cheer? Khorben Boyer econometrics This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/53 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Business/Economics Frederick J. Oerther III
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11877 The Effect of Health Insurance on Death Rates Khorben Boyer | Luke Schnee health insurance | death rates This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/52 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Business/Economics John Leadley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11876 2008 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 29, 2008 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2008-05-29 aes/5 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11875 Digital Technology and a New Era for Archaeology: Cooper's Ferry, Idaho Joshua L. Henderson Cooper's Ferry This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/49 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The field of archaeology has a longstanding set of traditional research methods. I argue in favor of implementing a new series of digital and three dimensional methods that will not only change how archaeology is conducted, but will open the door to invaluable new information that was previously inaccessible. This project draws on my experience at the 2015 Cooper’s Ferry field school conducted by Oregon State University. OSU is on the cutting edge of these new digital technologies, as they aim to discover new information about Western Stemmed Tradition peoples that thrived in the Great Basin around 13,000 years ago. The responsibility of our discipline is to tell the whole story of these early Americans. I argue that this can only be done with the use of digital and three dimensional technologies, as this will expose new information and further preserve the integrity of the sites and collections we study. Anthropology Robin Smith
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11874 The Effects of Dams on Climate Change Brandon Pike dams | climate change This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/48 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Dams play a major role in anthropogenic climate change, and not for the better. The reservoirs behind dams are a substantial and growing source of global methane (CH4) emissions, leading a number of researchers to question the net benefits of hydroelectric dams in the fight against climate change. Globally, this accounts for around 20 percent of human-caused methane emissions. This process is amplified in areas with large amounts of biomass, such as tropical and other lower-latitude areas where dams are being built at a quick rate (Keitel, Zak, & Hupfer, 2016). As we look for sources of clean and renewable energy to adapt to a changing climate, understanding the pros and cons of hydroelectric dams is crucial. Earth/Physical Science Mark Van Steeter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11873 An Examination of Vocal Fry as a Feminine Identity Marker Alissa McAlpine vocal fry | identity markers This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/47 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Uma Shrestha
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11872 Self-Regulation Among Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Sara Schneider | Xiaopeng Gong self-regulation | children | Autism Spectrum Disorder This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/46 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Self-regulation is an important life-skill that children develop as they interact with their social environment and peers. A child's ability to self-regulate is a predictor of their school engagement, academic success, and peer acceptance (Jahromi, Bryce & Swanson, 2013). When teaching students with ASD, it is important to recognize and understand the deficits that may cause difficulties with self-regulation. This synthesis of current research studies provides educators with an overview of self0regulation deficits among children with ASD and strategies for helping students with ASD to self-regulate. Xiaopeng Gong
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11871 The Effects of Drought Stress on Squash Plants Stephanie Foster drought | stress | squash This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/45 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ With competition for water resources increasing drastically around the globe agriculturally, industrially, and domestically, it is paramount that stores are utilized sustainably and responsibly (Jury & Vaux, 2005). Understanding the mechanisms at work behind a plant’s response to drought stress is crucial before we can integrate effective strategies for combating reduced availability of water. Drought affects plants differently depending on their inherited adaptations and their ability to acclimate. Investigating how different plants respond may give a better foundation for development of hardy breeds, appropriate irrigation techniques, and climatic placement. OBJECTIVE: This study examines the varying physiological changes that may occur when squash (Cucurbita pepo L.) plants experience drought as opposed to a control group of squash plants. Factors measured include specific leaf area, minimum transpiration, minimum conductance, water potential, soil to apical meristem height over time, true leaf count over time, and dry biomass. Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11870 Commuting Pairs in Finite Nonabelian Groups Tyler McAfee commutativity | non-abelian groups This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text aes/44 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Mathematics Mike Ward
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11869 Developing Resiliency in Students Janet Costello-Plummer resiliency | students This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/43 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11868 Lead Toxicity and Flint, Michigan Adam Bishop | Marvel Davis | Patricia Flatt lead | toxicity | Flint | Michigan This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/42 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In light of the recent events in Flint, Michigan this poster will review lead poisoning and its long term effects. We will be covering the multitude of sources of lead poisoning, the mechanisms by which lead does its damage, detection methods, treatment options, and limitations therein. The issues in Flint have highlighted the flaws in current acceptable detection procedures as well as brought to light the dangers of lead. Public concerns about clean drinking water have brought these issues to the forefront. Chemistry Patricia Flatt
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11867 Pothole Pal – Interactive Infrastructure Tracking App Jason Gersztyn potholes | tracking app This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/41 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For individuals who want to report, avoid, or even correct potholes found on roadways, the Pothole Pal is an interactive mobile application that records the locations of potholes. Information is tracked in real-time as the car travels, using GPS tracking technology and an accelerometer. Each occurrence of a hazard will be pinged on a map and saved. This data will be displayed to the user in the form of an easy-to-read map. The app will be sure to not confuse dips and bumps with erratic driving. Unlike similar applications where potholes are reported manually, our product provides far more functionality and is practical for everyone. It encourages people to contribute, creating a safer, more efficient drive for all. Motorists will be able to locate potholes ahead of time. Governments will be able to see infrastructure issues and resolve them accordingly. Computer Science Mitchel Fry
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11866 Supporting Critical Thinkers Through Literacy: Using Literacy in Social Studies Classrooms to Support Higher-Level and Critical Thinking Alexandra Greaves critical thinking | literacy | social studies This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/40 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11865 2009 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2009 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2009-05-28 aes/4 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11864 Brain Dance Jay Hall-Schnurrpusch brain development | dance This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/39 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Sharon Oberst
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11863 Reading Motivation and Engagement in the High School English Language Arts Classroom Jordan Collins reading motivation | engagement | high school | language arts This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/38 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Heitho Reuter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11842 U.S. Involvement in the Vietnam War Taylor Classen This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2016 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2016-01-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/36 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Eliot Dickinson
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11841 2015 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2015 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2015-05-28 aes/35 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11840 2014 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Errata Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 29, 2014 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2014-01-01 aes/34 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11839 Effects of Salinity Stress from Deicing Salts on Brandywine Tomato Plants Stephani Symanowicz | Ava Howard 2022-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/331 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 4/14/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Effects of Salinity Stress from Deicing Salts on Brandywine Tomato Plants
Stephani Symanowicz
Tomatoes, Solanum lycopersicum, are glycophytic and lack adaptations to easily combat salinity stress. Under salinity stress internally the metabolism is impacted by biomolecule destabilization and protein conformational changes. Externally it causes physiological drought due to water being energetically unavailable, which leads to structural changes and decreased transpiration. Due to climate change increasing severe weather patterns and the possibility of deicing salts
being used by counties as road management solutions, we wanted to investigate how deicing
salts impact a crop plant. We studied growth, metabolic processes, and anatomy of six tomato plants under salinity stress using deicing salts and six tomato plants under normal conditions over six weeks. Salinity negatively impacted all growth measures (biomass, stem height and diameter) and leaf gas exchange rates (conductance, transpiration). Single leaf photosynthesis rate was not impacted, and salinity plants had greater specific leaf area (SLA) and a much darker green coloration. The higher SLA and coloration may be an adaptive stress response that minimizes whole plant loss of sugar production. These results could impact how farmers of the Willamette Valley advocate to county officials about road management solutions to snow and ice. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11838 How does the Environment of Human Remains Affect the Rate and Pattern of Decomposition? Delaney Bishop 2022-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/330 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 4/14/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Despite the general stigma around the topic, knowledge about decomposition is important because it can help provide important information to many fields of study. Decomposition is the process by which dead organic substances are broken down into simpler organic or inorganic matter. Decomposition of human remains is a natural process that involves the breakdown of our tissues and cells after death. Decomposition is a complicated process that can be broken down into 5 stages which are autolysis (fresh), bloat, active decay, advanced decay, and skeletonization (dry remains). Because decomposition is such a complicated process, there are a lot of factors that can alter the rate at which the process proceeds. Some factors that can alter the rate at which human remains decompose are the climate in which they were left, individual characteristics, and shelter/coverings. In this talk, I explain the process of decomposition and how different environmental factors affect that process. Chemistry Feier Hou
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11837 2014 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 29, 2014 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2014-05-29 aes/33 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11836 Polk County Contact Tracing & COVID-19 Hotline Emily Synegal | McKenzie Fisher | Rebecca Zharkoff | Hannah McCallister | Valeria Garibay Maravilla | Kailey Knospe 2022-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/329 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 4/14/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Western Oregon University Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 Project is a partnership between WOU and Polk County Public Health Services that seeks to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and engage in outreach efforts in Polk County Oregon. The project offered contact tracing services until January of 2022 when a shift in pandemic management occurred. During this time, students in our project shifted to the COVID Hotline, an open resource for all members of Polk County to ask questions regarding guidelines, testing, vaccines, and other community resources. Throughout the contact tracing process, we monitored 6,757 total individuals, and since the hotline's creation, we have received 112 phone calls from residents in need of COVID-19 resources. Currently, four students are working on the hotline. This presentation will review the project's transition from contract tracing to the hotline, comparing and contrasting what these services provided to residents and our hope for the future regarding the pandemic and our collaboration with community partners. Health/Exercise Science Emily Vala-Haynes
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11835 Improving Health Literacy in Third Grade Students at Gervais Elementary School (GES) Stephanie Oseguera 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/328 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 4/14/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Objectives: Low health literacy has been shown to lead to poor nutritional knowledge and behaviors, higher rates of obesity, increased emergency department use, and more medication errors. The objective of this study was to determine if implementing lessons on nutrition during class would increase health literacy in third graders at Gervais Elementary School.
Methods: Three third grade classes (n = 44), were assessed for health literacy using the Adapted Newest Vital Sign. Prior to assessment, two classes were randomly chosen to be the intervention groups, and the remaining class was chosen to be the control group. After the screening assessment, two 30-minute lessons regarding how to read nutrition labels and follow MyPlate guidelines to create a balanced meal were implemented into the intervention classrooms. Afterwards, all students (n = 38) were re-screened with the Adapted Newest Vital Sign to gather post-intervention data and the data was analyzed.
Results: After conducting both assessments, data were collected and analyzed in the form of a comprehensive bar chart. In the post-assessment, classes 1 and 2 were eliminated from the lowest scoring category and the highest category increased from 7 to 16.
Implications: These results showed that health literacy can be improved significantly in third graders after just two 30-minute lessons on nutrition. Health lessons should be implemented in all K-12 grade levels to improve health literacy in students. Increased health literacy in children can lead to better health outcomes in adults.
Keywords: health literacy, elementary school, third grade, nutrition, lesson plans, MyPlate, Newest Vital Sign. Nursing Traci Rader
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11834 The Effects of Visuals on Levels of Animal Rights Support Kayleigh Pierson 2022-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/327 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 4/14/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author at the email address listed above. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Human perceptions of animal rights are largely controversial and depend on a number of personal and situational factors. Understanding what influences or enhances support for animal welfare will be crucial to expanding support for animals and taking steps to eliminate animal cruelty. This study looked specifically at the effects that different types of animal visuals had on young adult support for animal rights, in both male and female participants. Participants were asked to look at visuals of baby animals, visuals of adult animals, or no visuals before taking the 28-question Animal Rights Scale. Although this study did not find that visuals affected participants’ levels of animal rights support, it found that males and females varied significantly in their levels of support for animal rights. No interaction was found between visual type and gender. These results suggest that visuals of animals do not affect the support held by either male or female young adults for animal rights. Overall, the results of this study support prior research on gender differences in perceptions of animal rights, but more research is needed to determine if visuals can influence the way people feel about animals. Psychological Sciences Jay Schwartz
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11833 2022 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University 2022-05-26 Text; Image; StillImage aes/326 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11832 WOU Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 Project: Campus-Community Partnership to Prevent Disease and Promote Community Well-Being During a Global Pandemic Megan M. Patton-Lopez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Jenny Leon-Perez | Maddie Dirren | Fabiana Palma-Vasquez | Sarah Meyer | Sonia Castaneda-Feliz | Queenie Agbayani 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/325 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The WOU Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 project is a local example of how Academic Health Departments can serve as public health training sites for students of public health and address the public health needs of the local community. An academic health department (AHD) represents a formal affiliation between an academic institution and a public health practice organization, such as a local health department. The WOU Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 project team consists of WOU faculty in Community Health, recent alumni, undergraduate students, and Polk County Public Health. This session will review the outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned from a one-year health communication and contact tracing intervention in Polk County, Oregon. How can undergraduate students, faculty, and community partners build a network for student success and community well-being? We share our publicly available health communication campaign materials and discuss students’ perspectives on professional development and networking opportunities within the project. Health/Exercise Science
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11831 Art & Design Portfolio Presentations Jonah Henderson | Kasey Larson | Marita Nash | Erin Ross | Carla Oberst | Genevieve Hardin | Sarah Westlund 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/324 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Every year graduating seniors in Art & Design are selected by the faculty to present their body of work. Each of the seven students will have approximately 14 minutes to present their portfolios.
The presenters and schedule are as follows: 9am Jonah Henderson, 9:15am Kasey Larson, 9:30am Marita Nash, 9:45am Erin Ross, [break 10–10:15am], 10:15am Carla Oberst, 10:30am Genevieve Hardin, 10:45am Sarah Westlund. Art Jen Bracy and Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11830 Carla Oberst Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Carla Oberst 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/323 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11829 Artist Presentation: Sarah Rachel Westlund Sarah Westlund | Jodie Garrison 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/322 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11828 Sources of Community for Older Adults: Findings from the COVID-19 Coping Study Lynelle Bergman | Kennedy Concepción | Melissa Cannon 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/321 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ One of the most challenging aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic for individuals has been losing a sense of community and connectedness with others. In this presentation we discuss preliminary findings about the impacts on sources of community for older adult participants in the COVID-19 Coping Study, a national longitudinal study that aims to understand how the pandemic is affecting the mental health and well-being of older adults in America. We have been using a collaborative process to code and qualitatively analyze responses from a randomized subset of 500 participants. We will share overarching themes of sources of community that are important to older adults; how the pandemic has affected their engagement with and interactions in these communities; and feelings expressed by participants regarding what they value, miss, and find challenging about their communities during the pandemic. This study has implications for understanding the most important sources of community for older adults and how to better help support those who are struggling with loss of these sources during a crisis or emergency such as this pandemic. Gerentology Melissa Cannon
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11827 PS447 Environmental Politics & Policy Zoom Presentations - Session #1 Mary Pettenger | Alexander King | Tiffany Sullivan | Pippa Justice | Yazmin Hernandez Alvarez | Arlette Tapia Lopez | Clair Byrer | Emily Creasy | Jeronimo Flores Palafox | Erin Anderson | John Wells 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/320 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Over the spring quarter 2021, students from PS447 Environmental Politics and Policy have been researching a substantial environmental issue of their choice, defining a problem found within the issue, and devising and implementing an awareness campaign focused on a solution to the problem. During the Academic Excellence Showcase zoom presentation they will be presenting their environmental issue, creating awareness and proposing a solution for the audience. Students will present on a wide range of environmental themes such plastic waste, air pollution, deforestation and climate change. Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11826 PS447 Environmental Politics & Policy Zoom Presentations - Session #2 Mary Pettenger | Stefania Barragan | Natalie Sanchez-Cortez | Matt Worthy | Alex Ped | Liam Birr | Sophia Klahn | Maritza Gabriel-Ruiz | Sandra Heaton | Ana Becerra | Julie Prado | Esteban Ramirez Barraza | Yousef Alsomali | Leo Palacio | Ben Cole | Lilly Christopher 2021-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/319 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Over the spring quarter 2021, students from PS447 Environmental Politics and Policy have been researching a substantial environmental issue of their choice, defining a problem found within the issue, and devising and implementing an awareness campaign focused on a solution to the problem. During the Academic Excellence Showcase zoom presentation they will be presenting their environmental issue, creating awareness and proposing a solution for the audience. Students will present on a wide range of environmental themes such plastic waste, air pollution, deforestation and climate change. Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11825 Moving Community Through Dance Jesse Johnson | Garett Gangelhoff | Ashleigh Bolling | Chelse Gray | Gabi Hamlin | Anna Rose Deardorff | Cynthia Garner 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage aes/318 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The presentation of original screen dances and research-based projects, encompasses how the moving body can be a vehicle for poetry and commentary, exploring topics such as racism, community, remembrance, anatomy, physics, the natural world, physical and mental states of being, and formal abstraction. Theatre/Dance Cynthia Garner
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11824 The composition of aerial insect communities varies across habitats in an endangered oak ecosystem shayla solomon | Ava Howard | Jeff Snyder | Gareth Hopkins 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/317 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Insect communities are sensitive to changes in their habitat including light and moisture levels, and as such can be considered important indicators of environmental change. We studied the abundance, diversity, and composition of insect families within three contrasting habitats in a 100-ha endangered oak ecosystem in central Oregon in order to gain baseline knowledge of these communities and how they might change with habitat restoration. Sampled habitats included an open-grassy savannah, semi-open woodland, and a conifer-deciduous mixed forest. Approximately 500 insects were collected and identified in Fall 2019. There was no significant difference in the mean number or diversity of insects collected in the different habitats. However, there was a difference in the composition of insect communities, with mixed conifer-oak forests having significantly different types of insects than the relatively interchangeable savannah and woodland. This important baseline information will allow us to assess the success of our restoration efforts in this endangered ecosystem. Biology Gareth Hopkins
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11823 Freshwater Turtles in the Willamette Valley: An Investigation on Basking Behavior and Abiotic Factors Contributing to Turtle Presence Summer Broome | Jennifer Ringo | Emi Ricci 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/316 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ There are three freshwater turtle species in the Willamette Valley: the native Western Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta), the native Western Pond Turtle (Actinemys marmorata), and the invasive Red-eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans). These focal species were the center of a trail-camera-based investigation on basking behavior at four locations within Minto Brown Park in Salem, centered around research on basking structure usage, distribution, and identification of temperature and weather patterns which could predict turtle presence. Understanding basking behavior and presence of all turtle species is pertinent to the persistence of the native species, which are in decline. Through analyzing over 15,000 camera images, we found species-specific preferences for basking structure type, location, temperature and weather, which will all provide critical information for future management of both native threatened, and invasive turtles in our region. Biology Gareth Hopkins
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11807 Advancing Monitoring Infrastructure for Oregon’s Native Freshwater Turtles with Citizen Science Platforms Svetlana Goloviznina | Gareth R Hopkins | Trent Farley | Kelby Evans | John Kirk | Christian Morris | Lucas Cordova 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/315 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Monitoring is a core component of conservation plans as well as an opportunity for local stakeholders to contribute. Our objective was to advance monitoring infrastructure for the protection of native, threatened freshwater turtles in the Pacific Northwest through the creation of a citizen science application. This was done by researching previous designs of citizen science projects over the past ten years and improving the platform based on recommendations by practitioners. Current platforms can be improved by better crediting the work of citizen scientists, improving communication between scientists and users, building in flexibility for scientists, and accommodating for disabilities through ergonomic design. This set the framework to design and build a new multi-platform monitoring application. The final product is a mobile and web application that embodies these concepts and is ready for user-testing in the summer, providing scientists with critical data to help monitor multiple species of conservation concern, while engaging the public in this important task. Biology Gareth R. Hopkins and Lucas Cordova
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11806 Trichome Density and Distribution in Quercus garryana (Oregon White Oak) Nichole Hernandez | Ava Howard 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/314 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Trichomes are hair-like structures that extend from a plant’s surface and help protect the plant from herbivores and excessive water loss. Studying trichome density and distribution can provide insight to a plant’s response to drought stress and herbivore damage. We studied the trichome density of up to 20 leaves from each of 47 mature Quercus garryana (Oregon’s native oak tree). Trees were located in one of three habitat types: oak savannah, oak woodland, and mixed oak-maple-conifer forest. Preliminary results show bundles of four and two trichome clusters were present in higher amounts than bundles of three and single trichomes on the abaxial (lower) leaf surface in the savannah and forest habitat. A lower trichome density was observed on the adaxial (top) versus abaxial (lower) leaf surfaces. Our early results support the conclusion that trichome anatomy is highly variable between Q. garryana trees and may help to explain tree survival in different habitats. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11805 Cut It Out: Conversations with Professional Editors Lars Soderlund | Payton Wagner | April Massoni | Atalin Venegas | Natalie Dean | Sarah Austin 2021-06-04 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/313 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ We know what writers do, but what do professional editors do? Come to this session and learn how editors give shape and clarity to writing, and how they navigate the egos of their clients.
The students in this session performed informational interviews with different types of editors, including people whose job is to review manuscripts and people whose job is not to review creative writing but to review important documents that will result in people dying or getting fired if they go wrong.
Come to this session and learn about the power of words! English Studies Lars Soderlund
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11804 Unpacking our impact: teacher educators’ J.E.D.I. journey Jaclyn Caires-Hurley | Ya-Fang Cheng | Jessica Dougherty | Andrea Emerson | Cindy Ryan 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/312 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ J.E.D.I. is an acronym that includes the goals of equity, diversity, and inclusion but intentionally places the need for justice first. In this session, faculty in the College of Education will discuss their racial justice journeys as teacher educators. Together, we will present why we engage in the work of encountering and dismantling racism including reflections on our personal processes of racial identity development. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and collective sense-making on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion work in teacher education. Education
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11803 WOU Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 Project: Contact Tracing Efforts Queenie Love Agbayani | Sarah Meyer | Maddie Dirren | Jenny Leon-Perez | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/311 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Western Oregon University (WOU) Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 Project is a partnership between WOU and Polk County Public Health Services that provides contact tracing and outreach efforts to Polk County, OR. Contact tracing is the process of notifying individuals of their exposure to COVID-19, encouraging them to get tested, self-quarantine, and monitor for signs and symptoms during their 14-day quarantine period. Contact tracing has been used in public health since the 1920s; it is an important strategy to limit the spread of communicable disease and connect affected populations with resources that promote well-being. Since September 1, 2020, our team of WOU Community Health majors has monitored 4,084 individuals. Our current team consists of 11 contact tracers, of which 7 are bilingual in Spanish. In total, 23 students have been part of the team since the inception of the program. This poster will review the process and importance of contact tracing in Polk County, while also reflecting on students' professional development. Health/Exercise Science Emily Vala-Haynes, Megan Patton-Lopez
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11802 WOU Community Health + Polk County Family Thrive Kits: Social Marketing Campaign To Prevent COVID-19 Among Latinx Families Fabiana Palma Vasquez | Sonia Castañeda Felix | Karissa McClanahan | Jenny Leon | Maddie Dirren | Emily Vala-Haynes | Megan Patton-Lopez 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/310 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The WOU Community Health + Polk County COVID-19 Project is a partnership between Western Oregon University and Polk County Public Health Services that provides contact tracing and outreach efforts to Polk County, OR. During this pandemic, Latinx families have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19. For this reason, our team has developed Family Thrive kits that follow health literacy guidelines and provide culturally appropriate information for families in English and Spanish. The purpose of the Family Thrive kit is to provide information and materials that encourage safe COVID-19 practices and family well-being. Information provided is tailored to the needs of families with children and focusing on several health issues and local resources. As of June 2021, we will have collaborated with more than 20 community-based organizations (CBO’s) and provided more than 2,246 kits to families throughout Polk County. We continue developing materials and building relationships with new CBO’s to raise awareness of COVID-19 prevention strategies. Health/Exercise Science Megan Patton-Lopez
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11801 2013 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2013 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2013-05-30 aes/31 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11800 Track and Field’s Influence on Race, Gender, and Ethnicity in the 1930s, Including the 1936 Olympic Games. Neal R. Cranston | Kimberly Jensen 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/308 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Neal Cranston
HST 499 Senior Seminar
AES Abstract
Track and field in the 1930s provided a unique opportunity for athletes of all races, gender, and ethnicities to come together and compete on an equal playing field. This helped bridge the tension and divide that existed within segregated America but also showed the power that athletics has in highlighting common human characteristics. The evidence that will primarily illustrate this comes from a number of primary sources including six oral histories conducted by the United States Holocaust Museum as well as The 1984 Los Angeles Olympics Archives. These interviews give a glimpse into what the 1936 Olympic experience was like for many of the athletes that did not receive the same level of recognition as their teammate Jesse Owens. The Pan American Games which took place in Dallas in 1937 highlighted some of the harsh realities of racism in the American South despite the meet promoters intentions of holding a “harmonious” track meet not centered around race.[1] Overall these sources will contribute to the field by highlighting track and field’s involvement in healing social divides far ahead of its time.
[1]Dyreson, Mark. “The Original Pan-American Games? The 1937 Dallas Pan-American Olympics.” International Journal of the History of Sport 33, no. 1/2 (January 2016): 6–28. History Kimberly Jensen
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11799 The Treaty of Versailles and the Rise of Nazism in Germany, 1918-1933 Michaela Yonkman | David Doellinger 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/307 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Treaty of Versailles (June 28, 1919), signed by the post-war German government and the Allies following the end of the First World War, laid out the conditions of defeat for Germany. The conditions were harsh, highly contentious, and met with near universal opposition by German political parties.[1]
The most controversial terms were German disarmament, loss of German colonial holdings and territory gained during the war, reparations payments to the Allies, and accepting full responsibility for starting the war.[2]
The shock of losing the war and the strict terms of Versailles delegitimized the new democratic government of Germany. The radical right spread conspiracy theories that Germany’s defeat and the terms of Versailles were the product of internal sabotage and betrayal by the new government. The Nazi Party exploited these theories and the hatred for Versailles in their propaganda to identify and create enemies of Germany, such as the Socialists, the Communists, and the Jews.
[1] Theodore Abel, Why Hitler Came Into Power (Cambridge, Mass.: Harvard University Press, 1938), 30.
[2] “The Treaty of Versailles, 28 June 1919.” In The Nazi Germany Sourcebook. Edited by Roderick Stackelburg and Sally A. Winkle. New York: Routledge, 2002, 54-58. History David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11798 The Effects of Emotions on Decision-Making Karissa Smith 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/303 Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The study aims to examine the effects of emotions (anger, happiness, and control) have on decision-making and the researcher expects to find a difference. A total of eighteen participants completed the study with a mean age of 22.95 years old (SD=5.6). Ten of the participants were female, four were male and four were transgender. Participants viewed a brief clip to elicit emotion from a film selected from a list compiled by (Schaefer, Nils, Sanchez, & Philippot, 2010). Next, participants completed the PANAS Scale (Watson & Clark, 1994). Then patricians completed a seven-item questionnaire created by (Sirota & Juanchich, 2018) to assess decision-making. The results did not show a difference of decision made across the emotion conditions, F (2,15) = = 2.03, P>.05, n2= .24. Psychological Sciences Chehalis Strapp
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11797 Terror in Soviet Industry: Tensions between Managers, Workers, and the Secret Police, 1930s Brandon Parsons 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/301 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ “Terror in Soviet Industry: Tensions between Managers, Workers, and the Secret Police, 1930s” understands the nature of terror—a wave of arrests, purges, investigations, and death sentences in the Soviet industrial sector against management in the 1930s and contributes to the debate of who is responsible for the terror that was carried out. Behind the Urals by John Scott written in 1942, an American welder who worked in the Soviet Union, provides detailed insight on his experiences of working in Soviet industry: including terror, unsanitary housing conditions for workers, and the grueling workdays. Scott’s American industrial skillset earned him a well-respected position working in Soviet Industry. This source draws on the perspective of a valuable industrial worker who witnessed the terror of his supervisors and Scott’s personal discussion on how the secret police interrogated the managers within industry. History David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11796 Testing Tutor: Integrating an Inquiry-Based Learning Approach into Testing Pedagogy Manuel Larios | Jason Weber | Sam Torris | Nathan Camuso | Jeffrey Carver | Gursimran Walia | Lucas Cordova 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/300 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Software testing is an inherently critical aspect of computer science education, however current pedagogical and industry tools lack inductive learning approaches which lead to trial-and-error behavior. Research into software testing pedagogy and the construction of a learning tool (Testing Tutor) is being developed in collaboration with University of Alabama and Georgia Southern University, made possible by an NSF grant. Testing Tutor will identify the testing concepts that are attributable to missing test cases and will provide feedback (via a customizable feedback engine) to correct test case deficiencies along with learning resources (textual and video). WOU’s research team is focused on building the subsystem to support the Python and C# languages, which WOU and many universities utilize in their curriculum. In addition, the team is developing a repository of assignments that will be shared with instructors at other institutions Computer Science Lucas Cordova
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11795 2010 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 27, 2010 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2010-05-28 aes/3 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11794 SOS: Send My Location C. LeNarz | Charles T Johnston | Courtney L Kaplan 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/299 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The SOS Send My Location application is for anyone who goes somewhere that might pose danger so they can have a solution that, in case of emergency, generates their curated message and populates their messaging application with their specified contacts and sends their location. It helps a user feel safe in cases of emergency, since they can ask for help with the touch of a button and some initially provided information. There is also an option where the user chooses who they want as their emergency contacts, as well as the ability to enter a custom message to send. The application has user friendly features, which enable users to utilize the application with little to no instruction. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11793 Roomies Magaly Diaz Blas | Aurora Santos | Joshua Weber 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/298 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ These days, many roommates operate on very different schedules and can sometimes have trouble communicating effectively. The overall goal of Roomies is to condense the various aspects of living with roommates into a single, easy-to-use platform that allows people to easily track upcoming bills, plan events, and communicate with each other. We hope that with our product, users will be much better equipped to handle the challenges that come with living together. Our idea stems from being college students ourselves, having lived with roommates and we took inspiration from our daily lives to bring the features in this project. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11780 Rebranding Religion: Religious Manipulation in 15th Century Castile John Franzwa | Elizabeth Swedo 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/297 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Increasing religious intolerance in Castile resulted in the expulsion of Muslims in 1502. However, just 50 years earlier Castile was known as one of the most religiously tolerant Christian kingdoms of Europe. Scholars have debated the reasons for the rapid shift in royal religious policy. But rather than asking why, here it is questioned how Castilian royalty used this Anti-Muslim shift to consolidate their power. This study focuses on primary source documents such as the “Capitulations of Granada” to answer this question. Created in December 1491, the Capitulations were a collection of decrees that guaranteed the protection of Muslims and their traditions following the surrender of the Muslim kingdom of Granada to the Christian kingdoms of Castile and Aragon. Detailed analysis of this document illustrates that a sudden negative shift towards Muslims did occur but asserts that this shift was deliberately shaped by the Castilian monarchy for political gain. History Elizabeth Swedo
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11779 Nazi Propaganda & The Beer Hall Putsch: An Examination of the Shift of Nazi Tactics for Political Propaganda from 1920-1933 Martin Hainz | Patricia Goldsworthy 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/296 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Beer Hall Putsch in 1923 served as a steppingstone for the Nazi party to gain national attention, and made the Nazis focus more on propaganda and activism than on revolution to gain political power. This poster examines an example of Nazi propaganda after the Putsch, analyzing the political essay “Why Do We Want to Join the Reichstag,” by Joseph Goebbels, published in April 1928 for the May parliamentary campaign. In this essay, Goebbels’s anticipated how the Nazis ran for the Reichstag and how the Nazis were a political party that was against the government. Goebbels’s essay highlighted the rhetorical shift the Nazis had embraced since the Putsch: from revolutionaries to political activist party. This poster demonstrates how Nazi propaganda and goals shifted after the failure of the Beer Hall Putsch, showing the Nazis more versatile propaganda tactics after 1923. History Patricia Goldsworthy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11778 Preserving Unity: the Threats of Catholicism and National Liberal Support of the Kulturkampf Lillian Collver 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/294 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ My source is Vatican I’s “Dogmatic Constitution Pastor aeternus, on the Church of Christ,” which was released by the Vatican Council on 18 July 1870 and codified the doctrines of papal primacy and infallibility. The doctrine of papal primacy declares the pope as the supreme head of the Church, while the infallibility doctrine declares that when the pope speaks “ex cathedra,” he possesses divine infallibility to define doctrines concerning faith and morals.[1]
The doctrines of primacy and infallibility made Catholics look like a threat to the German nation. Because Catholics were perceived as a threat, the German government initiated a Kulturkampf—literally “culture war”—to preserve German unity from the supposed disuniting threat of Catholicism.
[1] “Vatican I’s Dogmatic Constitution Pastor aeternus, on the Church of Christ.” ewtn.com. Accessed 27 April 2021. https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/teachings/vatican-is-dogmatic-constitution-pastor-aeternus-on-the-church-of-christ-243 History David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11777 Protective Labor Legislation: How Oregon Attached Motherhood to Working Women Chloe Miller 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/292 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In 1913 the Consumers’ League of Oregon, published their “Report on the Wages, Hours and Conditions of Work and Cost of Standard Living [for] Woman Wage Earners” in support of the “Bill for an Industrial Welfare Commission.” The report’s data collection reflected the increased concern for women that left home and entered the workforce at the turn of the 20th century. To achieve the goal of protecting women, the Consumers’ League of Oregon adopted ideas of difference theory, which stated that men and women were fundamentally different and that women needed protection that men did not need. Protective labor legislation aimed to aid women workers in securing shorter hours, higher wages, and better working environments. While sex-based legislation served as the opening wedge for this protective reform, it also convinced both the state and federal courts that women would never be equal to men. History Kim Jensen
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11776 Middle Eastern Oil: A look at how the United States used Iran to gain oil exploits during the Cold War 1953-1979 Michael Storagee 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/290 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ During the Cold War, oil played a huge role in fueling the US effort against the Russian expansion of communism. The Iranian Prime minister Mohammad Mossadeq wanted to nationalize Iranian oil, he was suspected by the US to attempt oil deals with the USSR and abandon the previous oil concessions with the West. Dr. Donald N Wilber, one of the head CIA writers for the US–UK joint coup against Iran wrote “Overthrow of Premier Mossadeq of Iran: November 1952 - August 1953”. The paper is written post events of the coup in 1954, it is a record of the involvement and the planning done by the United States in order to reinstall the pro-west Reza Shah monarch to guarantee the west oil concessions. The document written by Dr. Wilber shows that the United States manipulated Iran to secure oil in order to gain advantages during the Cold War. History Patricia Goldsworthy-Bishop
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11775 Geologic Setting of the Upper Nehalem Watershed Framework for Geomorphic Analysis and Habitat Assessment Cristina Francisco Nehalem watershed | tectonic | Oregon This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/29 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The geologic setting of the Nehalem watershed is strongly influenced by the active tectonic associated with the Cascadia Subduction Zone and Oregon Coast Range. Bedrock stratigraphy includes several formations ranging in age from Eocene up to middle Miocene, in addition to Quaternary terrace gravel and alluvium. Topographic lineaments in the Nehalem basin are associated with known fold structures, faults, formation contacts and/or resistant strata. Surficial geology is characterized by parent rock and soils formed through volcanic and depositional processes. Francisco, Cristina. "Geologic Setting of the Upper Nehalem Watershed Framework for Geomorphic Analysis and Habitat Assessment." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Earth/Physical Science Steve Taylor
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11774 Increasing Inpatient Autonomy Through Self-Administration of Medications (SAM) Casi Healy | Kevin Wyler | Kelsey Dangaran | Amy Goodwin | Joseph Einri | Marissa Aguilera 2021-05-27 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/289 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Abstract The purpose of this poster is to highlight a Performance Improvement Project (PIP). The PIP addressed a recent increase in hospital readmissions for joint surgery patients related to medication mismanagement post-discharge. The objective was to propose a solution to reduce readmissions through increasing inpatient autonomy. Existing literature and current practice guidelines were reviewed. A standard survey was created and distributed to gather healthcare professionals’ opinions on areas of improvement. Additionally, the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) model was selected to provide a framework for the project. Evidence indicated the self-administration of medication (SAM) could address the aim of increased autonomy, including increasing the patient’s knowledge of medications. Previous SAM research studies have shown an increase in medication adherence. Increased medication adherence has a positive impact on hospital readmission rates. A SAM program proposal was designed as a test of change to be implemented in the virtual acute care orthopedic setting. If proven effective, the SAM program would be implemented hospital-wide. To implement this intervention, the authors recommend a three-leveled system of SAM, supported by an interdisciplinary team during the course of the patient’s hospital stay. Limitations included are the current COVID-19 pandemic, obtaining staff buy-in, and liability concerns. Nursing Andy Middleton (middleta@ohsu.edu)
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11773 Improving Polk County Service Integration Team's Resource Sharing Shelby Kidd | Annalise Byrne | Jessica Chittim | Sarah Fakhoury | Jamie Chenea | Rachel Woolley 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/288 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Background: Polk County Service Integration (SI) collaborates with community partners to provide resources/information for individuals and families within the community. This collaboration includes a monthly newsletter to promote community resources, services, and events. Aim: The aim was to create a standardized submission tool for newsletter contributors to use to improve communication and promote resource utilization by community members. Methodology: This process improvement was structured using the Plan Do Study Act (PDSA) model. The PDSA model allowed for reassessment of project needs, and multiple cycles were done to develop a comprehensive evaluation and recommendation for the SI newsletter process. One assessment completed was a survey of SI partners.Results: The focus of survey data was surrounding the partner's participation in submitting information to the SI newsletter. It revealed an overarching theme that partners do not feel they have relevant information to contribute. This thought represented the majority of respondents with a percentage of 68.3%. Discussion: Based on the results, we recommend implementation of the standardized submission tool. Through evaluation of results, it was found that users had difficulty with the submission process as a whole. With addition of the submission tool, these problems will be mitigated via guided questioning that will spark contribution ideas from the partners. To evaluate the continued effectiveness of the submission tool, participation of partners will be monitored. Implications: Implementation of the submission tool will begin January 2021. The implications of this are to ease the submission process for the SI coordinator and improve utilization of resources. Nursing Rachel Woolley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11772 Improving Accessibility of Food Resources in Polk County Kailee King | Patrick Stone | Katherine Helyer | Sophia Tolento | Courtney Roth | Daniella Back | Mario Rodriguez 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/287 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project sought to increase awareness regarding food insecurity and available food resources in Polk County to bridge the gaps of food availability for residents. The SOAR (strengths, opportunities, aspirations, results) model was used to facilitate change. Research on available food assistance agencies and Community Health Assessments (CHA) proved a greater need for available food resources throughout Polk County. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a need was identified for increased awareness and access of food resources. A survey of Polk County residents indicated a gap of knowledge regarding food bank and food pantry locations and a recurring trend of inaccessibility (Polk County Family and Community Outreach, 2020). Additionally, a majority of the surveyed residents responded that they would “absolutely use” a food box delivery service and indicated evening hour preference for accessing food banks and food pantries (Polk County Family and Community Outreach, 2020). Barriers to combating food insecurity included: pandemic restrictions, limited communication between food banks, and volunteer-run agencies that limited hours of operation. From this research it was concluded that Polk County residents would benefit from an increase in food resource availability with additional volunteers, extended hours of operations, communication between food assistance agencies, use of food delivery services, and more accessible marketing of the available resources.
Keywords: food insecurity, food resources, food accessibility, Polk County, food bank, food pantry
References
Polk County Family and Community Outreach. (2020). Access to food in Polk County [Unpublished raw data].
Stavros, J. M., & Hinrichs, G. (2009). The thin book of SOAR: Building strengths-based strategy. Thin Book Publishing. Nursing Rana Najjar; Patti Warkentin
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11771 Heathens to Christians: Exploring Norse Interactions with Anglo-Saxons and Notions of Medieval Identity Antonia Scholerman 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/285 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Beginning in 793CE, for more than two and a half centuries, the Norse raided, traded, settled, and came to political power in England. One fundamental document, finalized in c. 886CE, that signified a shift in Anglo-Saxon society was the treaty between King Alfred of Wessex and the Norse ruler, Guthrum. This political agreement accommodated Guthrum and later Norse people in Britain because it established defined areas of Norse control. This treaty was a precursor to what came in the late tenth century: Danish rule over England as a whole. As the Norse continued their activities in the British Isles during the ninth through eleventh centuries, this foreign culture confronted the Anglo-Saxons’ sense of their own identity, especially as the Norse and Anglo-Saxon relationship developed from raiding to settlement and integration. History Elizabeth Swedo
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11770 Empowering Black & African American Students Using a Mentorship Program Justin Davis | Marnasha T Fowlkes-Cetz 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/280 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Memorial Middle School (MMS) has little support for their 22 Black/African American (B/AA) identified students, who encounter racism and discrimination inside and outside of the academic setting. We developed a mentorship program to provide representation and empowerment to the B/AA students who attend Memorial Middle School. We used the logic model to guide program implementation, performed a literature review, conducted a survey of students' perceptions and experiences, and met with key community stakeholders. The program is based within MMS and is partnered with the local Albany-Corvallis National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). The program currently consists of five core team leaders, two mentors, and seven mentees. Characteristics of the program include being youth-centered, culturally tailored, having parental involvement and support, and ensuring mentors are trained and equipped for crucial conversations. The mentorship model incorporates a targeted and historical non-friendship model approach. Meetings will occur twice a month and during the academic school year, the option for a summer bridge program has been discussed. Implications for this program include being expanded to other schools within the Albany School District.
Keywords: Black, African American, adolescence, mentor, mentorship empowerment, representation, racism Nursing Joshua Yoder
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11769 Feminist Self-Labeling & Attitudes Toward Women Mycah Harrold feminist | feminism | labeling This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/28 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The word “feminist” brings with it an undeniably negative stigma, which could be even more accentuated by the world today’s women experience. The present study sought to explore the correlation between a woman’s choice to self-label as a feminist and her attitudes toward women. Participants reported how strongly they agreed with the statement "I am a feminist" and then completed the Attitudes Toward Women scale (Spence, 1972). It was hypothesized that self-labeling feminists would score significantly higher on the ATW scale. However, all participants reported pro-feminist scores, but only 30 percent also self-labeled. This suggests that women may still be apprehensive to associate with the word “feminist”; even if their attitudes reflect feminist ideals. Harrold, Mycah. "Feminist Self-Labeling & Attitudes Toward Women." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Psychological Sciences Debi Brannan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11764 Communist Involvement in the French Resistance Nicholas Werner | Patricia Goldsworthy-Bishop 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/278 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This presentation focuses on the memoir Outwitting the Gestapo by Lucie Aubrac in 1984 and translated in English in 1993. Aubrac was a communist-aligned individual in the French Resistance who fought against the German occupation. Outwitting the Gestapo written as her diary that is the account of her resistant activities from February 1943 til about February 1944. The important part of this account is her rescue of her husband and other resistance fighters from the Gestapo. Her husband was held captive by Klaus Barbie. Barbie was the head of the Gestapo in Lyons and is known infamously as the “Butcher of Lyons”. Aubrac successfully broke everyone out of prison, all the while being several months pregnant with their second child. This is connected to my project by showing firsthand how Communists were resisting and worked well with other groups. History Patricia Goldsworthy-Bishop
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11763 Response to Mild Cognitive Impairment: How to Run a Cognitive Rehabilitation Class Ryan Miller | Jesse Kopel | Nehala Pullam | Katie Mackor | Kristoffer Molloy | Chelsey Grigsby | Amanda Graves | Devan Buckingham cognitive impairment | gerontology | Cognitive Rehabilitation Team This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 aes/27 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Many older adults experience cognitive impairment that negatively affects their quality of life. Previous research has shown that the onset of dementia can be delayed by participation in cognitive stimulation programs that are designed to counteract these effects. Cognitive stimulation can even lead to improvements in cognition (e.g., attention, encoding, and working memory capacity). This presentation will describe how these classes are run and the benefits to one’s cognitive wellness. We will demonstrate a number of cognitively stimulating activities, as well as several activities recently developed and tested by the Cognitive Rehabilitation Team at Western Oregon University. Pullam, N., Mackor, K., Molloy, K., Kopel, J., Grigsby, C., Miller, R., Graves, A., & Buckingham, D. "Response to Mild Cognitive Impairment: How to Run a Cognitive Rehabilitation Class." Group presentation at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Psychological Sciences Robert Winningham
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11762 A Discussion of Fake Relics in the Early Eleventh Century: An Analysis of Guibert of Nogent and Rodolphus Glaber Alexis Berkey | Elizabeth Swedo 2021-05-27 Text; Image; StillImage aes/269 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/2021, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Guibert of Nogent (c.1053-c.1124), a Benedictine monk, wrote On the Relics of Saints in 1119 C.E. Guibert broke up his treatise into three main books, each book connected to the overall theme of Guibert’s response to the church of Saint-Médard and their relic, a baby-tooth of Christ. Book I responded to Saint-Médard and discussed relic cults, Book II discussed the problems relating to the existence of relics and their connections to the Eucharist, and Book III attempted to debunk the claims of Saint-Médard. Overall, Guibert argued that a saint needed detailed written documentation for their relic to be a true holy relic. Guibert is one of two monks, another being the Cluniac Rodolphus Glaber (c.980-c.1046), whose writings help give a comparison between the two monks' view points that showed the similarities and differences of their reactions towards fake relics. History Elizabeth Swedo
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11761 Peace, Action and Conflict within the Baha’i faith Cameron Ryals Bahá’í Faith | peace | world peace This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 aes/264 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project seeks to understand peace as a concept, action and way of life within the Baha’i community in Salem Oregon. Baha’ism was founded in 1863 and spread across the world with its message of peace. The importance of the subject of peace within the Baha’i community not just as a concept, but as a way of existing and interacting in the world led me to my main research question: what does world peace look like to Baha’i and how do they plan to achieve it?
Secondarily, what is the Baha’is relationship with other world religions, especially Abrahamic religions and how do they promote peace within the local community, more specifically with poor or disenfranchised people? The importance of the research lies in a better cross-cultural understanding of what peace is and how it operates. Anthropology Katherine Miller
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11746 Hiding in Plain Sight: Stigmatization of Emotional Stress Among Law Enforcement Officers at the Department of Public Safety and Training in Salem, Oregon Sarah Meyr police officer | law enforcement official | mental health | emotional stress This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text aes/260 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This proposed study will examine the ways in which junior police officers perceive the stigma of emotional stress, and in turn how the stigma is perceived by more seasoned officers. Is the stigma all that stands in the way of officers accessing professional services to help them develop ways to cope with the stress accumulated in their official capacities? What, exactly, is at the root of the perceived stigma regarding professional counseling or the need to seek assistance? Drawing on personal observation and interviews with officers at the Oregon Department of Public Safety and Training, this study will explore the stigma related to seeking help, for the purpose of understanding the perceptions of Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) regarding emotional stress from the standpoints of new officers as they begin their training and continue in their careers. Anthropology Isidore Lobnibe
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11745 Comparing the Cognitive Screening Tools MMSE and SLUMS Nehala Pullam | Katie Mackor | Kristoffer Molloy | Jesse Kopel | Chelsey Grigsby | Ryan Miller | Amanda Graves | Devan Buckingham MMSE | SLUMS | cognitive tests This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 aes/26 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ We compared the MMSE and SLUMS cognitive tests. The MMSE is the most widely used neuropsychology tests and dementia screening tools. The SLUMS is a newer and possibly better screening tool. Many practitioners have used MMSE scores to recommend treatment and they are unsure how these scores compare to SLUMS scores. Older adult participants in a variety of living environments were given both tests. Significant differences between test scores such that the MMSE scores were higher than SLUMS were found. The difference between MMSE and SLUMS scores as a function of educational attainment and other demographic variables will be discussed. Pullam, N., Mackor, K., Molloy, K., Kopel, J., Grigsby, C., Miller, R., Graves, A., & Buckingham, D. "Comparing the Cognitive Screening Tools MMSE and SLUMS." Group presentation at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Psychological Sciences Robert Winningham
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11744 Education Strategies that Promote Community Awareness about Geologic Hazards Salvador Garcia Lopez This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/259 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Educating communities about geologic hazards saves lives while also reducing the fear and stress of living in hazardous areas and is an important tool within hazard mitigation frameworks. This study focuses on ways that local communities educate the populace about hazards that may impact their lives. By concentrating on two case studies representing different locales, one of the goals of this project is to compare educational strategies and gauge public perception of geologic hazards facing the community. One case study focuses on the towns that surround Merapi Volcano in Indonesia, while the other focuses on tsunami and earthquake preparedness in Seaside, Oregon.
According to studies conducted around Merapi Volcano, many school children in the region have directly experienced hazards such as tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. However, when asked questions about what to do in certain situations involving hazards, many students showed confusion and uncertainty. The information that they were taught on geologic hazards was surficial, because the teachers had only been provided with minimal training on the subject. Feedback from both the students and teachers about the teaching and training they are receiving shows that the curriculum is somewhat effective, but there is still room for improvement. Teacher training programs should be guided by the most up-to-date scientific knowledge through coursework at universities and workshops led by professional organizations. While content about geologic hazards can be embedded throughout the curriculum and be taught as a recurring theme through a student’s grade school journey, there should also be focused content delivery taught specifically by science teachers in the school.
The second case study focused on strategies for educating a variety of different demographics in Oregon coastal communities about earthquake and tsunami preparation. This study showed that there are many different approaches towards promoting hazard awareness, and factors such as age, language, educational level, and disabilities should be taken into consideration. The emphasis in many coastal communities in Oregon is on educating residents through community meetings. However, there is a lack of focus on educating tourists in the coastal areas in the Pacific Northwest. If a geological hazard occurs, tourists need to know where to go and simple signs directing towards safe zones would increase the hazard preparedness. Along with signs, coastal communities can deploy warning systems that notify people about an impending hazard and provide evacuation information. More widespread use of these types of education strategies and warning systems would be beneficial towards the safety of everyone in coastal areas.
While many communities are being educated about the dangers that they could face from natural disaster events, the methods by which they are being informed can only prepare them to a certain extent. Geologic hazards are natural events that will always present risks for human communities, so it is best that we normalize conversations about these hazards so that when they do occur, fear does not overcome the training and preparation that can save lives. Earth/Physical Science Jeffrey Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11743 Seismic Hazard Assessment of Oregon: Analysis of Earthquake Resilience within State Wide Infrastructure and the Cost of Retrofitting Curt Knott This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/258 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Earthquakes are an imminent threat looming over the Pacific Northwest. This threat is radically increased due to the lack of structural integrity of buildings in the region, especially in densely populated areas, and inadequate planning as to where buildings were constructed. It is critical that states such as Oregon and Washington retrofit or reconstruct existing buildings to reduce the risks associated with a potential major mega-thrust earthquake generated by the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Portland, Oregon’s largest city, is currently one of the most vulnerable cities in the US to a major earthquake. If a large earthquake struck the Pacific Northwest, Portland would be greatly affected because most of the buildings within the city were constructed before the state-wide building codes were enacted in 1973, and well before the first state wide seismic building codes (enacted in 1993). In an ideal scenario, reconstructing every building to be earthquake safe and up to code would be the plan. However, reconstructing the buildings of an entire city would be expensive, complicated, and extremely time consuming. For those reasons, this study focused on different retrofitting techniques and their costs, and the necessity for certain buildings to be reconstructed. Retrofitting costs were compared to the cost of demolition and reconstruction of old buildings, in order to determine the most economically viable course of action for preventing loss of life and minimizing structural losses in Oregon. Buildings are not the only type of infrastructure at risk, as bridges are also susceptible to being damaged during earthquake events. On the Oregon coast, many towns are connected both inland and to each other by bridges. Waldport is such an example, having all 3 of its major roads on bridges less than a mile out of town. According to Oregon State University, most of the coastal bridges in the state have a very high chance of collapsing and/or sustaining major damage, or being inundated with water due to a subsequent tsunami. The risk of infrastructure collapse (and potential loss of life due to collapse) and cost of retrofitting is the first portion of data being assessed. The second section of data being analyzed is the amount of people that would be incapable of moving to safety due to collapse or damage, and the access (or lack thereof) of emergency response services to isolated areas following a seismic hazard event. Earth/Physical Science Jeff Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11742 Assessing Tsunami Hazards and Developing Strategies to Minimize Risk Taylor Hojnowski This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/257 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Tsunamis occur when infrastructure is at its most vulnerable, after an earthquake. One example that demonstrates this is the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami event. Many reinforced concrete (RC) buildings failed during the event and were lifted off their foundations. This occurred because entrapped air within these buildings allowed them to be more susceptible to buoyancy forces. In addition, soil liquefaction appears to have destabilized their foundations allowing them to be transported by the waves. Seawalls also failed, possibly due to suction pressure near the crown of the wall. The return flow of the tsunami caused further damage because roads and foundations had been undermined by soil liquefaction. Beyond the damage to buildings, nearly 16,000 people lost their lives. The staggering loss of life and massive amount of damage occurred in a country that was thought to have “invulnerable” buildings and other structures built specifically for tsunamis. The 2011 Japan event illustrates the scale of destruction that can occur from an earthquake and tsunami of this magnitude. Even so, there are ways to minimize damage and prevent loss of life. For example, in Japan, breakaway walls, windows, and doors allowed water to flow into buildings, keeping them from being lifted from their foundation. Shadow zones behind RC buildings, protected weaker structures from being destroyed. New strategies are currently being developed to help minimize death and destruction from tsunamis. Studies of tree distribution are being used to lessen the forces associated with tsunami waves. Stricter building codes, improved infrastructure design and planning, and other mitigation efforts can save lives and promote resiliency for communities that may face an earthquake and tsunami of the size and scope of the Japan 2011 event. Earth/Physical Science Jeff Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11741 The Intersection of Geoscience and Policy: An Examination of Local Geologic Hazard Mitigation Plans and State Policies in the Western United States Maddie Peterson geoscience | public policy | hazard mitigation plans | state policies | Western United States This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/255 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The Pacific coast of the western U.S. is at risk from a range of geologic hazards, including volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and tsunamis. It is becoming increasingly clear that hazard mitigation policies at both the state and local levels play a critical role in minimizing losses from natural disaster events. At the same time, the quality and execution of these policies by local governments vary widely within and between states. A primary factor limiting the effectiveness of many local policies is the absence of a solid factual foundation that incorporates geoscientific considerations in order to achieve policy goals. This study explores the role of local regulatory and developmental policies in protecting communities in the western U.S against geological hazards, with an emphasis on scientific foundations within local policies, and examines recommendations for improving hazard strategies. State and federal agency papers, local government reports, and a variety of professional journal articles serve as the basis for this analysis. The research suggests that state mitigation measures emphasizing pre-disaster policies have the potential to be most effective for minimizing losses and improving community resilience to recover from catastrophic geologic events. States with hazard mandates that lack clear enforcement powers for regional agencies, such as California, have a wider variation in local policy quality when compared to states that do, such as Oregon, whose detailed state mandate ensures that all jurisdictions must comply with stipulated hazard safety elements. States should aim to ensure that local jurisdictions are implementing both structural and non-structural mitigation measures. The effectiveness of mitigation strategies on the Pacific coast of the western U.S depends on the level of local and state collaboration. In particular, the effectiveness of local hazard planning reflects the quality and enforcement of state mitigation policies. Proactive policies instituted by local governments are an important tool for natural hazard mitigation and disaster prevention when done right. The variety of geological hazards on the west coast makes the mitigation policies of the region a useful framework for other areas of the U.S., with applications for developing physical and non-structural mitigation measures. Earth/Physical Science Jeff Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11740 Preparation and Mitigation Efforts for Volcanic Hazards in the Pacific Northwest Nick Griffith volcanic hazards | Pacific Northwest | preparation | mitigation This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/253 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Volcanic eruptions represent one of the most serious geologic hazards facing the Pacific Northwest, with several volcanoes located within striking distance of the most highly populated areas in the region. This paper describes the hazards associated with these eruptive centers and discusses the best practices for preparing communities for potential eruptions and mitigating volcanic hazards. This study is based on data collected by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on volcanic systems such as Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier. Many other scientific organizations have studied analogous volcanic systems beyond the Pacific Northwest, such as the volcanically active island of Indonesia; where numerous populated areas lie in close proximity to active volcanic systems.
A common misconception is that many of the volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest are dormant or extinct, but research shows that these systems are active. Further, these active volcanoes have significant populations living well within their mapped hazard zones. The lack of preparedness and understanding of the true state of volcanic activity in the region could be related to a lack of education, or to inaction on the part of local government agencies in preparing for volcanic hazards. With this being said, it is imperative for local governments to prepare for volcanic activity in the inevitable future. It would be in the best interest of these governments to work with schools to educate not just students, but communities as a whole on how to prepare for a major volcanic eruption. This would be most important for the Pacific Northwest, as this is one of the more volcanically active regions on Earth. Earth/Physical Science Jeff Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11739 Using GIS as a Tool for Mitigating Geologic Hazards and Managing Natural Disasters Kyler Freilinger GIS | geologic hazards | natural disasters This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/252 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ GIS is a versatile tool that has widespread application before, during, and after catastrophic geologic events. This research project analyzes results from three recently published case studies each corresponding to a point along the crisis response timeline. Planning for various geologic crises is critical, as demonstrated by Tran and others (2009), who utilized GIS to analyze risk factors and map flood hazards in Vietnam. GIS is also an invaluable tool for search and research activities during a natural disaster. These situations require quick response to ensure fast resolution, and GIS can be rapidly deployed through a four step progression in a search and rescue operation (Pfau and Blanford, 2018). In the aftermath of geologic crises, GIS can be deployed to help distribute and coordinate disaster relief efforts. Using Leon County, Florida as a study area, Horner and Downs (2010) used GIS to create a distribution network for relief efforts in the event of a hurricane. While GIS is best known for its widespread use in disaster management planning, it is also an important tool for rapidly responding to emergencies and for organizing post-disaster relief efforts. These studies demonstrate that GIS technologies are highly versatile before, during, and after geologic crisis events. As such, GIS should be viewed as an important strategy in geologic crisis hazard management. Earth/Physical Science Jeff Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11738 The Effects of Nitric Acid Rain on Sunflower Plants (Helianthus annuus) Hannah Moshinsky This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/251 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Nitric acid rain is a product of nitrogen oxide, a greenhouse gas, when it reacts with water in the atmosphere. Studies of acid rain on Helianthus annuus, the common sunflower, have found negative effects on plant growth, but those were a result of sulfuric acid rain. Sunflower sprouts were grown in a greenhouse beside a control group and watered with dilute nitric acid with pH3-4 and measurements were compared to the control group over the course of nine weeks. The significant differences were in stem height, midday leaf photosynthesis, midday leaf transpiration, and total shoot biomass. Had the study continues further there is evidence that a few more measurements would have become significant. Acid rain from the release of nitrogen oxide into the atmosphere could have adverse effects on sunflowers and industries that rely on them in the future. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11737 Emerging Conflicts for Latina College Students and their Parents Sandy Cerda-Lezama This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/250 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Emerging Conflicts for Latina College Students and their Parents
Latinx population college attendance has substantially increased over the past decades (Krogstad, 2015). Typically, Latinx college students consider higher education achievement to honor parental efforts and to end generational poverty (Ceja, 2004; Jabbar, Serrata, Epstein, & Sánchez, 2019). However, there are risks for these students to drop out of college (Camacho Liu, 2011) and they often face significant responsibilities in their households.
The relationships between emerging adults (ages 18-25) and their parents experience change and create the potential for conflict when adult children transitions into college and into adulthood. In this qualitative study and the focus of the AES presentation, we focus on the experiences of Latina college students who identified areas of conflict with their parents concerning: 1) family expectations conflicts with parents regarding time, labor, and family-focused responsibilities when pursing college degrees; 2) academic and career choice conflicts; and 3) dating, courtship, and marriage conflicts concerning expectations and practices. For this presentation, we focus on a subgroup of Latina perspectives concerning family expectations and related conflict and outcomes for relationship quality between parents and their daughters. Data analysis has begun and this presentation will outline preliminary findings and the ways that family expectations create conflict, are shaped by gender and cultural contexts, influence emotional and behavioral outcomes, and influence the parent – emerging adult relationship during this developmental period. Psychological Sciences Margaret Manoogian
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11736 Optimism and Performance of Novice ESOL Teachers Elizabeth Conkey | Natalie Nibler | DeAnna Sturm This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/25 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between gender, optimism and perceived teaching performance amongst novice ESOL teachers. Graduates from two hybrid TESOL programs (N=47) were sampled and surveyed. Optimism significantly predicted perceived teaching performance, t(43)= 3.17, p=.003, and there was marginal association between gender and perceived teaching performance, t(43)= -1.92, p=.06. Further analyses indicated that the mean ratings of teaching performance were significantly different between men and women F(1,45)= 5.12, p=.03. In sum, our results suggest that gender and optimism are factors in perceptions of teacher efficacy amongst novice ESOL teachers. Conkey, Elizabeth, Natalie Nibler, and DeAnna Sturm. "Optimism and Performance of Novice ESOL Teachers." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Psychological Sciences Debi Brannan
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11735 Reaching Toward an Understanding of Implicit Racial Bias Darian DeMarce | Yasmine Robles This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/244 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Reaching toward an understanding of implicit racial bias
Darian Demarce*, Yasmine Robles* & J. Daniel McCarthy
*Authors contributed equally
Despite social progress, racial prejudice continues to be a pervasive issue. Self-reported (explicit) prejudice often underestimates the degree of negative racial biases due to the confound of social desirability. The Implicit Association Test (IAT; Greenwald, McGhee & Schwartz) is a popular measure in social-cognitive research to infer implicit biases that may otherwise be masked by self-reports. A criticism of the IAT, however, is that it fails to capture the contribution of multiple interacting cognitive subprocesses, including cognitive conflict and motor response inhibition. This study aims to examine implicit racial biases using a modified IAT: Participants will view photographs of African American and Caucasian faces and categorize them by race. Importantly, response boxes will be labeled congruent (e.g., Caucasian or Good) or incongruent (e.g., Caucasian or Bad) stereotypes. The time to initiate movements (latency) and deviation toward competing response options (reach curvature) will be calculated to delineate the contribution of response threshold adjustment processes and conflict monitoring, respectively. We expect that early stages of the racial categorization process will be impaired by stereotype-incongruent response categories for both ingroup and outgroup members, whereas this conflict will persist for outgroup members only during the later stage of reach execution (ongoing social conflict monitoring). These predictions are consistent with a neuroanatomical model implicating distinct contributions of the dorsal anterior cingulate cortex (dACC) – a region implicated in a diverse set of cognitive control processes (Shenhav, Botvinick & Cohen, 2013) – in the controlled guidance of reaching movements. These data will add to a growing body of literature using continuous reach tracking to investigate how these neural subprocesses contribute to cognitive control of behavior in across a wide variety of cognitive tasks. Psychological Sciences Dan McCarthy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11734 Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation: Sophia Selleck Sophia Selleck This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage; StillImage aes/243 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art & Design Senior Portfolio Presentation Sophie Selleck Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11733 Stack a Deck by Shuffling Keri Osborne This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/242 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Hidden amongst traditional card shuffling is the mathematical beauty known as the perfect shuffle. The perfect shuffle appears to be shuffling the cards, but when repeated a certain number of times, returns the cards to their starting order. Behind the perfect shuffle, each card follows a pattern that can be modeled mathematically and is quite fascinating. This poster will use the typical perfect shuffle, along with a few variations, to work on stacking a basic 52 card deck that starts in New Deck Order. The goal is to get a Royal Flush to the top of the deck by simply shuffling. Can it be done? Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11724 The Effects of Short-Term UV-B Exposure on Rubus spectabilis Byron Bean This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/24 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Most studies of UV exposure to plants have concentrated on the effects of long-term physiology. However, few studies in the literature have been conducted on observing the effects of short-term exposure of UV. The latter was addressed by using cultivars of Rubus spectabilis (Salmonberry) exposed to 15 second intervals up to 90 seconds total of UV exposure in a typical UV hood. Photosynthetic activity was then measured and compared to a control group. Of note, the maximum photosynthetic rate appeared to decrease by 19 percent despite the relatively short time of exposure. Photosynthesis did not decrease significantly with lower light levels. Bean, Byron. "The Effects of Short-Term UV-B Exposure on Rubus spectabilis." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11723 Artist Presentation: Sculpture and Ceramics Kyle Doty art | sculpture | ceramics This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/234 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ I will begin by reading a short excerpt from my artist statement and then I will continue by showcasing a few of my mixed media sculpture and ceramic work that I have finished over the last year as a Bachelor of Fine Arts student. I use elements of minimalism, abstract expressionism, and conceptual art languages in my work, along with yarn work, ceramics, and found objects. My concepts generally center around gender identity and gender creativity. I will describe why my chosen materials, techniques, and forms relate it to my concept work. Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11722 Building Positive Peace Steven Richmond positive peace | war | world peace This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/233 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ At the end of WWI, world leaders thought they created a new wave of peace. After all, WWI was the “war to end all wars,” immediately after the war, the allied forces created unprecedented international agreements, like the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations. With WWII, a much more devastating [conflict] emerging almost 20 years later, clearly these agreements did not "end all wars." Research has shown that the type of peace they were attempting to create was insufficient and positive peace should be considered as a viable means to create lasting peace. The difference between positive peace and normal peace is dramatic, both include the absence of violence, but positive peace goes much further. Positive peace incorporates nonviolence, compromises on both sides, and addresses the root causes of conflict. It is the best way to achieve sustainable world peace. Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11721 Predictors of Leader Effectiveness for College Undergraduates Jesse Johnson This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text aes/230 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Very little research has examined factors associated with leader effectiveness within the college student population. Consequently, this study sought to identify predictors of leader effectiveness in college students. Data were collected from 154 students from a mid-sized college in the Pacific Northwest who were enrolled in one of nine different sections of a Psychology of Leadership course offered between the spring term of 2017 and the winter term of 2020. Students completed self-assessment questionnaires assessing both leader characteristics such as traits, strengths, values, philosophy as well as leader behaviors such as leadership style and conflict management. Some self-assessments were made both at the beginning and the end of the course to allow students to reflect on changes in their leadership in their final paper. Students evaluated their teammates effectiveness as a leader based on their performance on a community service project. The results showed that, with the exception of leadership philosophy, no self-reported leader characteristics were associated with leader effectiveness. In contrast, the trait of confidence as rated by others was positively correlated with leader effectiveness. Furthermore, variability in others ratings of confidence, persistence, dependability, and conscientiousness were all negatively correlated with leader effectiveness. Finally, leader behaviors related to developing an appropriate team climate, accomplishing the team’s task, and developing and maintaining good relations among team members were all positively correlated with leader effectiveness. Based on the findings, college students should focus their energies on becoming more proficient at key leadership behaviors as well as reducing stress to minimize variability in their behavior. Psychological Sciences David Foster
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11720 Comparison of specific leaf area of invasive and native blackberries Valerie Sims Rubus armeniacus | Rubus ursinus | invasive plant | native plant This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/23 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Invasive species are known to have harmful effects on many ecosystems and show rapid growth and reproduction rates. One possible way for a plant to maximize its growth rate is to have a high specific leaf area (SLA) but few studies have looked at SLA differences in ecological and taxonomically related invasive and native species. In a common garden setting, I studied SLA differences between phylogenetically related invasive Himalayan blackberry (Rubus armeniacus) and native Pacific blackberry (Rubus ursinus). In both species area and weight of leaf blades were closely related and SLA was not different between the invasive and native blackberry. Also the results indicate that inclusion of the petiole, rachis and petiolule does not make the SLA data variable when compared to only the compound leaf blades. These results lead me to believe that there are other factors that may contribute to the success of invasive blackberries. Sims, Valerie. "Comparison of specific leaf area of invasive and native blackberries." Poster presentation at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11719 EDUWheels Natalie Legras | Daniel Carter | Kyler Dreyer This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; MovingImage aes/228 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ EDUWheels is a platform for students to coordinate ride sharing opportunities. The mission of EDUWheels is to connect students with safe and accessible transportation and help them share costs and lessen the environmental impact of traveling outside of their local campus area. Many students have a car and travel outside of the Monmouth-Independence area regularly, and some students would like to leave town for the weekend or a day trip, but don’t have access to reliable private or public transportation options. EDUWheels makes it possible for students to adventure out of town or visit family for the weekend, and allows others to lessen the cost of a trip they were already planning to take.
EDUWheels allows drivers to offer rides, and passengers to reserve them. Drivers and passengers may offer or reserve rides based on their needs and preferences so that they can ride comfortably. To increase safety and security of passengers and drivers, all users will be verified with their @wou.edu email. This ensures that anyone using the EDUWheels platform is a student or staff of Western Oregon University. In the future, EDUWheels could be scaled and implemented at campuses throughout the United States. Computer Science Ted Beers
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11718 The Year of the Cyber Athlete: Electric Boogaloo Edition Matthew Duffy card shuffling | perfect shuffle | mathematics This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/224 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this video we will analyze some of the mathematics behind a card shuffling technique known as the perfect shuffle in a simulated casino environment. Specifically, we’ll examine an application that sets up three different online blackjack casinos each with different variations. The casinos will only use perfect shuffles to shuffle the deck before each hand of blackjack. Due to already proven theorems regarding perfect shuffles, this will enable us to determine all possible outcomes regarding winning and losing. (You don’t win every time!) This will then reveal to us the best strategies to maximize earnings over time in each casino, all while appearing as unsuspicious as possible. Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11717 Examining Petrologic Linkages between Dacitic Ash-Flow Tuffs at Newberry Volcano through Textural and Compositional Analysis of Plagioclase Phenocrysts Kara Fisher Petrologic Linkages | volcano | Dacitic Ash-Flow Tuffs | plagioclase phenocrysts This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/22 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Textural and compositional analyses of plagioclase phenocrysts in volcanic rocks have been utilized widely to decipher magmatic processes, in particular magma mixing. The features of plagioclase phenocrysts can also be used to correlate separate but potentially related deposits in volcanic terranes. This study focuses on plagioclase phenocrysts from two dacitic ash-flow tuffs (Qdt and Qto) exposed on the east side of Newberry Volcano. To explore possible petrogenetic relationships between the tuffs, the phenocrysts were characterized in terms of occurrence, morphology, disequilibrium textures, and zoning patterns. Plagioclase crystals from Qdt and Qto display similar textural attributes but differ with respect to compositional zoning types. The textural similarities suggest that the tuffs are comagmatic, but the difference in zoning patterns implies separate eruptive events. Further detailed studies of plagioclase phenocrysts from these ash-flow tuffs will provide greater insights into magmatic processes occurring at Newberry Volcano. Fisher, Kara. "Examining Petrologic Linkages between Dacitic
Ash-Flow Tuffs at Newberry Volcano through Textural and
Compositional Analysis of Plagioclase Phenocrysts." Poster presentation at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Earth/Physical Science Jeffrey Templeton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11705 The 52 Card Shuffle (Among Other Things) Riley Lamont This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/213 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ There are many ways to shuffle a card deck, but one particularly interesting way is what’s known as a perfect out-shuffle. Through this method of perfectly interlacing cards, several other strong connections arise. Beginning with predicting the path of a card in a deck and the number of shuffles it takes to return a deck to its original order, further explorations then emerge. These involve the use of units, computation, and finally delving into the repeating base 2 decimal expansion of a fraction. Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11704 Reducing the Burden of Norovirus in Lane County Long-Term Care Facilities Isabelle Simpson | Stacey McGarr This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/211 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Norovirus outbreaks are common in long-term care facilities (LTCF) causing substantial financial burdens and poor health outcomes. Observations by Lane County Public Health stakeholders show a correlation between rapport with LTCFs and prompt outbreak reporting. Proper communication between Lane County Public health and LTCFs is difficult due to high turnover rates. The purpose of this project was to develop resources related to norovirus outbreaks for LTCFs, to increase knowledge of LTCF administrators about these resources, and to increase prompt reporting of norovirus outbreaks to Lane County Public Health. Based on feedback from public health stakeholders, three trial LTCFs were chosen to receive education using an adapted norovirus toolkit. During onsite visits, the trial LTCFs administrators provided feedback about barriers to promptly reporting outbreaks and updated contact information for the trial LTCFs was collected. Additionally, an educational webinar about norovirus was developed for future utilization by LTCFs for staff education. Recommendations include establishing norovirus training standards throughout Lane County LTCFs, continuously updating LTCF contact information, and developing a process for measuring prompt reporting of norovirus outbreaks. Nursing Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11703 Keeping Unsheltered Families Together in Polk County Tracy Sanchez Romero Rios | Kimberly Castro This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/210 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project’s aim was to increase family shelter capacity in Polk County by expanding shelter services to Monmouth, Independence, and Dallas. There are no family shelters in Polk County. A modified version of the SOAR and logic model was used to guide research and recommendations. The former builds on the strengths of current practices. The latter provides a visual diagram that illustrates how the intervention will meet the community’s needs. Family Promise provides homeless prevention services, transportation, life skills, food, shelter, and case management to all types of families in Marion County. Based on research, there was a total of 46 homeless students between the Dallas and Central school districts. Data also indicated there were at least 79 homeless families in Polk County. The research found a secure location that promotes family well-being, provides stability, a sense of normalcy, and improves family outcomes. Recommendations are to continue collaboration with Polk County Family and Community Outreach (FCO), Family Promise, Polk County Congregations, and host a community forum with community members, church leaders, Family Promise and FCO to obtain congregation support. Nursing Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11702 Teaching Math More Effectively and Efficiently Daniel Holmberg mathematics education | teaching methods | student engagement This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/208 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The United States is struggling with teaching mathematics in school. Students don’t see the connection between math and the real world. Students are viewing math as a rigid set of rules instead of as a creative and exciting subject to explore. A few of the problems that are in traditional classrooms are: students having a fear of being publicly embarrassed, students memorizing methods instead of truly understanding the math , math problems not being relevant to students, and students not being engaged during class. A few methods and teaching strategies that can help solve these problems include: Gradual Release, Open Middle problems, and the 5 Practices of Discussion. By applying these strategies and tools to everyday math classrooms, math can become the intriguing and creative subject that it is meant to be. Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11701 Perspective Taking, Empathy, and Prosocial Behavior Emily Rabe This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/207 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Abstract
The risk of becoming homeless is a growing concern for both adults and the youth within the United States (Morton, Dworsky, & Samuels, 2017). The present study examined how the use of perspective taking instruction to induce empathy could be used as a promoter of prosocial behavior toward people experiencing homelessness. Past research has found evidence to support that asking an individual to consider what another person is thinking and feeling can lead to feelings of empathy, which can then motivate helping behavior (Oceja et al., 2014). Researchers have discovered a need for better suited resources for the growing homeless population, which include the ability of those working with the homeless to empathize and build connections with those they wish to help (Barman-Adhikari et al., 2016). Therefore, the present study hypothesized that participants given empathy inducing perspective taking instructions, versus objective perspective taking instruction, would indicate a higher likelihood of donating money (i.e., a prosocial behavior) to the homeless individual in the story provided. It was also hypothesized that those in the empathy group, versus the objective group, would donate more money, on average, to the homeless person in the story. The 42 participants were all psychology students at Western Oregon University who were recruited via SONA. The experiment was conducted via a survey administered online through Qualtrics. Participants were given one of the two perspective taking instructions, a short story to read about a homeless person, which was then followed by two questions in relation to likelihood of donating money and the amount willing to donate. The results indicated trends in line with the hypothesis, however, after performing an independent t-test it was discovered that neither result was significant: likelihood to donate money t(40)=1.142, n.s., amount of money willing to donate t(40)= 0.83, n.s. These findings suggest that further research is required to support that perspective taking instruction can effectively provoke prosocial behavior toward the homeless. Developing an understanding of ways to increase empathy toward the homeless, has the potential to improve current and future resources and aid in the effort to decrease the number of homeless individuals within the U.S. at any given time. Psychological Sciences Brooke Nott
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11700 Number Talks Effects on Working Memory Corvette Berthold This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/206 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Number Talks are a short guided educational method where students engage in meaningful conversations centered around interesting mathematical or numerical problems that are aimed at building number sense and flexibility. Participation in number talks can improve our students’ numerical reasoning, confidence, and their abilities in the collection, inception, and termination of information-processing functions such as encoding, storing, and retrieval from the long-term memory system. This is helpful to create fully inclusive classrooms since there are many common types of learning or emotional disabilities that affect a student’s working memory. Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11699 Portfolios: Helpful or Hyped? Anna Burkey | Alyssa Jacobs This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/204 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This project examined portfolio use among Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Nursing (SON) Monmouth campus students. The aim of this project was to assess perceptions and utilization of portfolios among OHSU SON students. Previous research suggests that portfolios can be used as a repository to highlight achievements, demonstrate competence to employers, and can help prepare for job interviews. A survey containing both quantitative and qualitative questions was sent out to student cohorts, alumni, and OHSU faculty on perceptions of portfolio benefits and utilization of the portfolio. Results showed that over half of the students felt that the portfolio was not useful, nor did they see the benefits. Almost all the students surveyed did not update their portfolio each term. Alumni felt the current portfolio was beneficial only when curating a resume. Faculty felt that the portfolio could be valuable to students but could be better implemented. There is ample evidence to show that portfolios can be beneficial for undergraduate student nurses. Recommendations were made to implement changes to increase student perceptions of portfolio benefits and portfolio utilization. This includes providing students with an orientation dedicated to the portfolio, change the platform from Sakai to Google Sites, include the portfolio in course curriculum, and remind students to download content from Sakai at the end of each term. Nursing Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11698 Lidar-Based Slope Models as a Guide for Geomorphic Mapping: A Case Study in the Upper Nehalem Watershed, Oregon Riccilee Keller digital elevation models | LiDAR | slope variance | Upper Nehalem Watershed This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/20 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Morphological changes on Earth’s surface can be observed using digital elevation models (DEM’s) produced by airborne laser altimetry (LiDAR) techniques. Bare earth LiDAR data at high spatial resolutions provides a tool for analysis of geomorphic surface features such as river channel patterns and landslide terrain. Surface expressions of topographic data yield insight into understanding the range of surface processes operating in mountainous watersheds.
This study employs ArcGIS10 spatial analyst extension to examine and calculate slope variance in LiDAR-based elevation models of the Upper Nehalem Watershed. Empirical classification of slope values into three classes, (0-20, 20-70 and 70-90) assists with geomorphic mapping of active channels, valley bottoms, hillslopes and landslide topography. Landslides are of particular importance because they have potential to be hazardous, impact riparian habitat, and affect water quality. High degrees of slope variability and hummocky topography are indicators of either current or past landslide activity. Use of GISbased analysis of LiDAR elevation models to guide geomorphic mapping in the Nehalem Watershed. Keller, Riccilee. "Lidar-Based Slope Models as a Guide for Geomorphic Mapping: A Case Study in the Upper Nehalem Watershed, Oregon." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Earth/Physical Science Steve Taylor
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11697 2011 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University This presentation was delivered on May 26, 2011 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2011-05-26 aes/2 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11696 Using the Spectrum of Prevention Model to Design a Personal Sexual Health Kit Online Ordering System Tracy Sanchez Romero Rios | Emily Holdner This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/199 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Background: The majority of college students are sexually active, but nearly half are not using safer sex practices, such as consistent condom use. These un-safe practices potentially lead to unintended pregnancies and can increase rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and long-term sequelae thereof. Purpose: This project aims to apply the Spectrum of Prevention model to develop a proposed project for a Personal Sexual Health Kit Online Ordering System at Western Oregon University (WOU). Methods: Informed by a review of the literature related to STI prevention on college campuses, and discussion with national leaders in this field, we developed an intervention that uses the Spectrum of Prevention as a framework to support the implementation of a Personal Sexual Health Kit Online Ordering System. Outcomes: The developed intervention can be implemented on the WOU campus and can be used as a model for other universities seeking to decrease stigma around sexuality and improve the health of their students. Implications: By addressing the Spectrum of Prevention, this project works at all levels to reduce stigma around sexuality and sexual health. In addition, we expect to see a reduction in STI rates among college students on campuses implementing this intervention. Nursing Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11695 Let's Talk About It: A Proposal STI Prevention Program Designed for Jefferson County, Oregon Janeene Perry | Alexandra Salter | Maddie Dirren | Kayley Kildea This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/195 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Let’s Talk About It: A Proposal STI Prevention Program Designed for Jefferson County, Oregon
Janeene Perry
HE 471 Health Promotion Program Planning, Winter 2019
The Let’s Talk About STI prevention program is designed to meet the unique needs of 15-24-year-old Native Americans residing in a rural Oregon community in Jefferson County. This proposed program aims to reduce the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections, as well as increase knowledge of sexual health and wellbeing. The key components of the proposed program include a community wide kick-off event, education sessions, self-testing kits, community forums, and STI surveillance within the three-county region.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are communicable diseases that are some of the most reported infectious diseases, with elevated rates in rural communities. Almost half of the 20 million reported cases in the United States are among individuals in the 15-24-year age group. Jefferson county has the highest STI rates in the state of Oregon, for example, Chlamydia occurring 723.6 per 100,000 population, higher than the state average of 432.5 per 100,000 population. Research suggests that rates of infection increase in populations that live in rural areas and reservations where travel is required for medical treatment which influences the higher rates of infection among Native Americans.
The overarching goal for the proposed program to build community capacity in Jefferson County by focusing on 3 specific objectives. (1) Engage community partners in informative community meetings throughout the program to gather information on barriers and facilitators to STI prevention and treatment; (2) Recruit 10 community partners to actively engage in STI prevention efforts; (3) develop local STI surveillance in the region by standardizing patient intake forms, and data collection methods. Health/Exercise Science Megan Patton-Lopez
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11680 Possible Orderings of a Deck Using Two Types of Shuffles Heidi Benham | Riley Lamont This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Image; StillImage aes/194 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ We analyze the effects of two different types of shuffling on a deck of cards. The number of possible orderings of the deck under these two types of shuffles is shown to be bounded by looking at the group structure formed by the two shuffles and by looking at various restrictions imposed by the shuffling types. One such restriction for even-sized decks is that if one card is a particular number of cards away from the top before shuffling, the card that is the same number of cards away from the bottom before shuffling will always be the same number of cards away from the bottom as the other card is away from the top after any amount of shuffles. Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11679 The Relationship between Self-Perception of Math Ability and Math Performance Jim Fitzgerald self perception | math ability | math performance This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/19 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In this study, I examine the relationship between the self perception of math ability and math performance. High school geometry and algebra II students describe how they perceive their own math ability, where they think math ability comes from, and how they feel other people (family, teachers and peers) perceive their math ability. The student responses are then compared to their academic performance. The results show that students who believe that others see them as having natural math ability have a high self-perception of their own math ability and perform better in mathematics. Fitzgerald, J. (2012, May). The relationship between self-perception of math ability and math performance Poster session presented at the Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase, Monmouth, OR. Holly Eckles
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11678 Developing Sophisticated Reasoning Through Experiential Cognitive Dissonance Leslie McLane experiential cognitive dissonance | secondary students | reasoning This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/189 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development, equilibration promotes increasingly complex forms of thought. When children encounter new events that they can interpret and respond to using either actions or thoughts (schemes), they experience equilibrium. Children assess schemes as they learn from experiences, modifying and forming new schemes through the process of assimilation and accommodation. Assimilation is when children can respond to and possibly interpret events in a way that is consistent with existing schemes, while accommodation requires modification or the formation of a new scheme (Ormrod, 2016). As children age, they increasingly meet situations in which their current knowledge is inadequate, causing a state of disequilibrium, or cognitive conflict. Children who are able to resolve this mental disharmony and move from disequilibrium to equilibrium, develop more advanced levels of reasoning (Ormrod, 2016).
In the current study, we aimed to design a lesson plan with such a cognitive-developmental perspective to equip eleventh graders with proper mental tools for effective equilibration in class and throughout their lives. By crafting a controlled state of cognitive dissonance, tempered with humor to balance the potentially heavy cognitive load, students learn to recognize and constructively respond to the psychological phenomenon of disequilibrium. Practicing this evaluation of individual cognitive dissonance during the critical-thinking exercises prepares students in consciously processing assimilation and accommodation; specifically, in regards to how their knowledge could be narrow, flawed, or improved upon. Students identify how cognitive dissonance can hinder communication, debate, research, and understanding of complex topics or diverse perspectives when handled inappropriately. Education Xiaopeng Gong
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11677 Weapons of Mass Creation Andrew Monterroso math education | student learning This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/188 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ What are math wars? Why do they exist? This is a disagreement created by those who decide how we educate students. With this ongoing war on math, we have undoubtedly created ways to improve our ways of student learning. In my poster, I will be introducing the effects on students from math wars and ways we can counteract them to benefit student learning. I will also be examining helpful tools like project-based learning, the communicative approach, and mixed-attainment grouping that we can use to improve student learning capabilities. Mathematics Cheryl Beaver
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11676 Sex Frequency and Perceived Relationship Quality Niki Costello sex | sex frequency | intercourse | relationship satisfaction | positive spousal attitudes This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/187 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Previous research indicates that couples who engage in sexual intercourse more frequently, experience higher levels of overall relationship satisfaction. This study measured perceptions of overall relationship satisfaction according to sexual frequency as a bystander. Participants read one of three stories which depicted a married couple who had one of 3 levels of intercourse frequency (i.e., level 1 = low sex frequency 4 times a month, level 2 = medium sex frequency 8 times a month, level 3 = high sex frequency 16 times a month) and rated the couple’s relationship satisfaction and level of positive attitudes on a Likert type scale (5 = extremely satisfied to 1 = extremely unsatisfied; 5 = extremely positive to 1 = extremely negative). A One-way ANOVA was conducted for relationship satisfaction and positive spousal attitudes. The hypothesis was partially supported. As predicted, the low sex frequency group was perceived as the least satisfied in the relationship (F(2,54) = 6.862, p = 0.003, ƞ2 = 0.2). There was no difference between the groups in perceptions of positive spousal attitudes according to sex frequency. These results suggest that people believe sex frequency to be important for overall relationship satisfaction, but that there is a drop off. Psychological Sciences Dan McCarthy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11675 Trajectory of a floater kick: Video kinematics and influencing factors. Sarah Texter This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/184 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world and it is still growing tremendously across people of all ages today. The goal of this research was to look at the history and manufacturing of the soccer ball since the beginning of its time in the early 1800s and the trajectory of a floater kick. A floater kick is when there is no spin on the ball. This is a difficult kick to attain due to aerodynamic drag and the magnus effect of a moving object. Another concept examined is the speed the ball travels at with no spin across a certain distance for a single participant. Additional concepts assessed in this study were the average velocity for one kicker across three segments and to see if a critical Reynolds number was reached in a floater kick. Health/Exercise Science Brian Caster
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11674 Improving Health and Wellness of Healthcare Staff Paige McBride | Maria McCarthy healthcare staff | health | wellness This presentation was delivered on May 28, 2020 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2020-05-28 Text; Image; StillImage aes/182 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 05/27/20, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health care providers face a high prevalence of burnout, which can lead to substance abuse, suicidiality, and overall poor health outcomes. Mindfulness meditation can greatly reduce burnout in healthcare professionals when practiced regularly. A guided meditation mobile application can increase feasibility and utilization by healthcare professionals with varying schedules. The objectives of this performance improvement project was to increase knowledge of burnout and promote health and wellness. A needs assessment identified increased self-care as a health priority to reduce burnout, as well as staff interest in meditation as an intervention. A database search utilizing CINAHL, PubMed, and PsychInfo was conducted to identify evidence based meditation interventions. A performance improvement project focusing on individual utilization of the UCLA Mindful app and a resource brochure were designed and implemented based on evidence and feasibility. Barriers to addressing the subject of health promotion in order to prevent burnout include: varying staff schedules, varying health professions, and evaluation of behavior change. This poster highlights the process by which the interventions, education, and the introduction of a guided meditation mobile application were implemented. Nursing Rana Najjar
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11673 The Effect of Urban Evolution on White Clover (Trifolium repens) in Salem, Oregon Tayler Tate | Isaac Manju White Clover | Trifolium repens | Salem Oregon This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/180 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the authors. tdtate17@mail.wou.edu, imanju16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Ava Howard, Gareth Hopkins
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11672 Using MVPA analysis, does partner based grouping show an increase in physical activity? Jordan Werner moderate | vigorous | physical activity | grouping strategies This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/18 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A two week study done to analyze the potential change in physical activity during a given lesson through the variable of student grouping strategies. Using the moderateto- vigorous-physical-activity guidelines as the key assessment tool data was gathered to measure student physical activity levels. The differences in grouping strategies was the control week of allowing for student selected grouping while the proceeding week included instructor based grouping with the intent of mixing class social groups. Affective assessments were given halfway through the collection period to survey student opinion and predictions of activity levels and to see their views on grouping strategies used. Werner, Jordan. "Using MVPA Analysis, does partner based grouping show an increase in physical activity?" Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Gay Timken
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11671 Major Historical Native American Federal Policy Baily Tarabochia Native American | minorities | reservations | federal policy This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/179 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. btarabochia15@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11670 Highway to Masculinity Never Retallack masculinity | supernatural | gender roles This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text aes/177 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. nretallack15@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The essay analyzes Erik Kripke's television show Supernatural, in which gender roles and relationships, archetypes, symbolism, and the inner psyche function to both promote and challenge hegemonic masculinity. Several sources were used to support findings, including the complexity of gender roles, the effects of showcasing hegemonic masculinity, and what we learn from such depictions. Supernatural presents a strong, bonded relationship between two heterosexual men. This representation is important because of the archetypes that the main characters portray. Since it is impossible for one man to be a perfect man, the brothers Sam and Dean represent the juxtaposition of complementary masculinities. I argue that the show depicts the importance of a durable friendship and the complicated workings of grief and trauma but it also addresses the ways men are supposed to process these emotions. Thus providing us with a helpful guideline. Dana Schowalter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11669 Naturally and Humanly-Impacted Landscapes in Oregon Brianna Potter Oregon | landscapes | human-impact This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/176 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. bpotter16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This presentation reflects on landscape change through a geographic perspective that links human and physical components in the environment. The knowledge gained has helped with understanding how the Earth is continuously changing due to forces we sometimes can, but often cannot, control. Earth/Physical Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11668 A Comparison of Politeness Strategies Among Native and Non-Native English Speakers Antonia Perez politeness | English | Non-Native English Speakers | TEFL This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/175 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. aperez14@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11667 Climate Change and U.S. National Security Owen Johnson climate change | national security This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/174 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. ojohnson18@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Political Science Mary Pettenger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11653 Nguvian: A Voiced, Antonymous Conlang Mindy Mawhirter | Sean Tellvik Conlang | language | linguistics This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/172 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the authors. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the authors. mmawhirter14@mail.wou.edu stellvik15@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Cornelia Paraskevas
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11652 God Hates You Nova Kohnke identity | creative writing | LGBT This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text aes/170 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. nkohnke18@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11651 Jocelyn Garcia: Art & Design Portfolio Presentation Jocelyn Garcia art | drawing | portfolio | design This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/169 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11650 #BorderWall Eric Frey border wall | interactive | installation | art | immigration | graffiti This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; MovingImage; Sound aes/168 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. efrey15@wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ This interactive installation sculpture was erected between the Oregon Military Academy Building and the Richard Woodcock Education Center from October 29 through November 30, 2018. This installation is symbolic of both the US-Mexico Border Wall other border security walls, and provides an opportunity for the students of Western Oregon University and the surrounding community to interact with the art by utilizing graffiti to express their opinions of the international border wall proposed by the current administration. When erected outdoors, this symbolic wall is approximately 50 feet long and 8 feet high. Art
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11649 Fan Wang: Art Fan Wang art | portfolio | painting | photography | sculpture | drawing | printmaking This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/166 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. fwang17@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Jodie Garrison
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11648 The Teutonic Order and the Baltic Crusades Alex Eidler Teutonic Order | Baltic Crusades This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/165 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. aeidler14@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ History David Doellinger
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11647 Hellfire Preachin' Natalie Dean creative writing | religion | Jehovah's Witness | childhood This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text aes/163 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. ndean17@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11646 Bozoome: How to Create Your Own Language Cheyanne Bumgardner language | linguistics | morphology | word creation This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/161 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. cbumgarder17@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11645 The Government vs. The Free: A Textual, Discourse, and Political Analysis of A Scene from Across the Universe Kalea Borling Across the Universe | the Beatles | Vietnam War | American Politics This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text aes/160 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. kborling16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Communication Studies Dana Schowalter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11644 The Effects of Color on School Performance LaTasha Horton color | tests | student performance This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/16 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Color has a significant impact on people’s lives. It is a powerful communication tool and can be used to signal action, influence mood, and cause psychological reactions (Hemphil, 1996). Some teachers choose to print test on differently colored paper to prevent cheating but many studies have found an effect between colored paper and school performance. Previous studies have found that school performance was lower on test printed on colored paper compared to white paper. Specifically Skinner (2004) found that best performance was elicited by white paper. Using a between subject design, this study test the effects of color on school performance with pink, gray, and white paper. Horton, LaTasha. "The Effects of Color on School Performance." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Psychological Sciences Gale Lucas
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11643 Play Culture Over Five Decades Malcom Archambault children | childhood | play culture | education This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/157 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. marchambault17@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11642 Bad Blood: A Crime Scene Investigator's Nightmare Jessica Alexander crime scene | blood spatter | blood pattern | crime investigation This presentation was delivered on May 30, 2019 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth, OR). 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/156 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 07/16/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. jalexander16@mail.wou.edu | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11641 2019 Academic Excellence Showcase Abstracts Western Oregon University 2019-05-30 text aes/155 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/04/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Abstracts for the 2019 Academic Excellence Showcase.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11621 2019 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University 2019-05-30 Text; Image; StillImage aes/154 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/04/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Proceedings from the 2019 Academic Excellence Showcase.
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11620 2016 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University Proceedings from the 2016 Academic Excellence Showcase at Western Oregon University. 2016-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/153 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 03/12/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11619 2018 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University Proceedings of the 2018 Academic Excellence Showcase at Western Oregon University. 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/152 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 03/12/2019, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11618 Charles Dickens’ Corruption and Idealization Personified in Oliver Twist Ellie Phillips dickens | corruption | idealization | oliver twist This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-02 Text aes/150 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Marjory Lange
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11617 Let's Bridge the Gap! Cross-Cultural Mentoring Royce Carpenter mentorship | mentoring | cross-cultural | sign language | diversity This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/149 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Deaf Studies/Professional Studies Elisa Maroney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11616 Interpreting in Church, Religious Settings and Beyond Jennifer Kinnamon church | religion | religious setting | interpretation This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/148 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Deaf Studies/Professional Studies Elisa Maroney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11615 Facilitators and Barriers to Older Adults Engaging in Physical Activities Elisa Moore gerontology | physical activity | facilitation | barrier | aging | mobility This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/147 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health/Exercise Science Margaret Manoogian
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11614 Developing Self-Report Measures of Creative Process Behaviors Avery Smith | Caitlin Hochderffer | David Foster creative process | self report | measure | psychometric | creativity | creative This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/146 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Psychological Sciences David Foster
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11613 Rates of Decomposition by Sarcophagidae and Dermestidae Ella Young | Erik Hernandez | Benjamin Phillips decomposition | rate | sarcophagidae | dermestidae | soft tissue This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/145 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Criminal Justice Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11612 The Effects of Larval Population Density and Social Interactions on Adult Fecundity in Drosophila melanogaster Nicholas Wanderscheid | Eva Batenhorst | Maria Franco Ramos drosophila melanogaster | fecundity | larvae | population density | social interaction This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/144 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Kristin Latham-Scott; Michael Baltzley
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11611 Jorge Ramos Stephanie Villalobos jorge ramos | mexico | politics | journalism | activism | author This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/143 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Communication Studies Emily Plec
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11610 Elizabethan Theatre and Clowns Phoebe Thompson elizabethan | theatre | clowns This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/142 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Theatre/Dance Michael Phillips
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11609 Rules of War: Chemical Weapons Baily Tarabochia war | treaty | chemical weapons | prohibition | hague | geneva This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/141 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Public Policy/Administration Mary Pettenger, Mark Henkels
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11608 Alpha Ramble Daniel Tapia app | mobile | application | alpha ramble | game | scramble | scrabble This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/140 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Computer Science Scot Morse
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11607 Why are Students So Apprehensive About Writing? Justin Rush aversion | writing | K-12 This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/14 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The research project explores the underlying experiences and causes behind the aversion many K-12 students hold toward writing. Consisting of a questionnaire, individual interviews, and a focus group, the study delves into students’ feelings and attitudes toward writing— allowing their voices to be heard, in the hopes of improving future writing instruction in schools. With the exorbitant amounts spent on writing remediation constantly climbing, student apprehension toward writing is a problem that must be addressed. This study seeks answers to this problem from the people who should know the most about it—the students. Rush, J. (2012, May). Why are students so apprehensive about writing?. Poster session presented at the Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase, Monmouth, OR. Holly Eckles
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11606 Effects of Retreating Glaciers on Seasonal Water Availability Makani Stormont water shortage | glaciers | climate change | streams | fresh water | water | reservoirs This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/139 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Earth/Physical Science Melinda Shimizu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11605 Preventing Veteran Suicide in Polk County, Oregon Theresa Sterkel | Tim Terkildsen veteran | suicide | polk county | oregon | prevention | veterans affairs | mental health This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/138 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health/Exercise Science Patti Warkentin; Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11604 Seabeck: Service Learning Trip Sean Stephen deafblind | service learning | trip | seabeck | culture | privilege | disability This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/137 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education CM Hall
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11603 Two Voices, One Trip: Queretaro Kayla Searls | Maidson Overholser mexico | teotihuacan | mexico city This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/136 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Education Carmen Caceda; Bryan Dutton
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11582 Teaching Punctuation with Literature Rachael Sawyer punctuation | literature | pedagogy | teaching | public education This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text aes/135 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Cornelia Paraskevas
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11581 Naloxone: The Surgeon General's Answer to the Opioid Crisis Jamie Rebman naloxone | surgeon general | opioid | opioid crisis | overdose This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/134 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11580 Angela Davis: A Voice to Remember BreAnna Rae angela davis | freedom | activism | oppression | freedom This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text aes/133 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Communication Studies Emily Plec
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11579 Ice and Fire: An Analysis of Glacier-Volcano Interactions Aaron Orr glacier | volcano | interaction | ice sheet | hot spot | stratovolcanoes | apline | mt. rainier This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/132 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Earth/Physical Science Melinda Shimizu
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11578 Effects of Off-Hand Constraint on Potential Free-Throw Accuracy Colton Nelson | Nick Oelrich | Alfred Johnson accuracy | free throw | off-hand | constraint | basketball | shooting strap This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/131 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not the shooting strap instantly benefits athletes by significantly improving their technique, precision, and accuracy. The shooting strap is a product designed to help prevent the guide arm from interfering with the shooting arm as the shooting skill undergoes its process. The product is advertised as a tool for novice players that struggle keeping their guide arm/hand from pronating, interfering with the undergoing process of the shooting arm. Participants underwent three conditions (warm-up, strap, no strap) of 10 free-throw shots. Data collected during this study showed that there was no immediate benefit gained in precision during short term use. Data suggests the strap made the participant’s shots worse. Although the shooting strap may not be effective for short term use in increasing precision or accuracy, more studies need to be completed to determine if it has long term effectiveness in these areas. Health/Exercise Science Brian Caster
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11577 Independence Heritage Museum Lilly Miranda museum | collections | exhibits | storytelling This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/130 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ In rural Polk county the Heritage Museum of Independence preserves and displays over 175 years of history and maintains a connection to the local community through exhibiting surrounding community history to the broad public. Drawing upon participant observation and oral interviews I investigate how museums as institutions are influenced by the surrounding population and how the institution serves community needs through civic support and respect. As an entity funded by the city of Independence and supported by the Heritage Museum Society, this paper explores the Heritage Museum's mission and development of new ways in preserving the historical and cultural collections of oral history, art, and artifacts, which may not always fit appropriately with the museum's overall mission statement, donated by citizens of the mid-Willamette Valley. Interning for the Heritage Museum enhanced my appreciation for historical preservation. Collaborating with museum staff and society members, local support is rebuilt through special events such as the first annual birthday celebration, curation of a Native American exhibit, and a reestablished oral history project. Anthropology Kate Miller
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11576 Launching Language and Literacy Development Through Listening Lauren Pangle language development | literacy | audio books This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/13 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ To promote language development and literacy for my special needs students, I will audio record books so my students can listen to stories before they are used for whole group or small group instruction. The audio books will pre-teach vocabulary, model fluent and expressive reading, and guide comprehension. It is my hypothesis and my hope that by giving students the opportunity to interact with stories individually prior to interacting with them in a group setting; it will increase comprehension, vocabulary, language development, participation in group lessons, self-confidence and overall literacy development. Pangle, Lauren. "Launching Language and Literacy Development Through Listening." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Chloe Hughes
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11575 How Water Affects the Rate of Soft Tissue Decomposition Nathaniel Medeiros | Haliegh Nagle | Trey Morgan water | decomposition | rate | soft tissue This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/129 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The rate of soft tissue decomposition is greatly affected by being submerged in water. The purpose of this research is to examine how water affects the rate of soft tissue decomposition. More specifically we will document differences between how pool water (containing chlorine), lake water, and salt water affect the rate of decomposition differently by submerging one domestic pig rib in each water source for an equal amount of time. One pig rib will be kept out of water to serve as the control for the experiment. We will be documenting the decompositional changes for each rib every week. Previous research suggests that just being in water, as opposed to buried in soil, alters the rate of decomposition because it allows for articulating joints to move in three dimensions. We want to investigate this further to see if different kinds of water will either speed up the rate of decomposition or slow it down. Criminal Justice Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11574 Analyzing Leaders in the Technology Industry Nicholas Marlas | Sophia Dykast | Emmitt Potter | Leialoha Kekahuna leaders | technology | industry | leadership | success This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/128 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Students from BA 474 Business Leadership conducted a strategic leadership analysis of the Technology industry to determine what are some of the best leadership principles, qualities, skills, traits, etc. for senior leaders to be effective in this highly competitive and rapidly changing industry. Their leadership analysis included senior leaders from Airbnb, Microsoft, HP, and Uber. Business/Economics Paul Disney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11573 The Affects of Root Space Restriction on Helianthus annuus Mekayla Malarkey root | root space restriction | helianthus annuus | crops | plants This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/127 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ The plant root system functions in water/mineral absorption, food storage and anchoring for the plant’s shoot systems. When a plant is experiencing root restriction, it becomes more stressed. In this study, I aimed to investigate the relationship between root restriction and the physiological effects on Helianthus annuus; I hypothesized that H. annuus will experience reduced physiological function. Control plants (n=5) were grown in 7-Liter pots and root restricted plants (n=5) were grown in 9 cm pots. After four weeks of treatment with ample water and nutrients, a series of physiological and anatomical tests were performed. The root restricted plants had a decrease in both total leaf area and leaf area to mass ratio, but produced similar maximum photosynthesis rate per unit area as the control plants. The results of this study provided mixed results for my hypothesis, suggesting that the decrease in root volume negatively affects physiological and anatomical functions of the plant, but the plant is able to acclimate to the space it is planted in. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11572 Paranoia Hannah Madland paranoia | app | elimination framework | api | games | image recognition This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/126 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ For people who want to play elimination-based live-action games, the Paranoia App is a mobile application that uses the Elimination Framework to host, join, and play in elimination-based games as well as updated their profile and view stats. Using image recognition, players will snap pictures of their targets which will be sent to the Elimination Framework for verification and new target assignment. Unlike current methods of playing elimination-based live-action games, Paranoia will remove the subjectivity that comes from a human moderator and human players determining a successful elimination as well as the need to carry around projectiles or physically tag your target. Computer Science Scot Morse
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11571 Connecting Students to Transformative Experiences Karina Lopez community internship program | students | professional development | internship This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/125 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ As coordinator of the WOU Community Internship Program, I had the opportunity to work with WOU students and connect them with accessible academic and career relevant paid internships. Overseeing the program gave me the opportunity to strengthen my leadership skills by equipping interns with the support needed to be successful throughout their internship experience, as well as being a resource for them to grow professionally. I have improved my communication skills and expanded my connections within WOU Departments, which will help me in my future career aspirations. Kathryn Plummer
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11570 Visual Communication Design Portfolio Zhilin Li portfolio | design | graphic design | shilin li | art | photography | animation This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/124 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11569 Visual Communication Design Portfolio Peijie Lin portfolio | design | graphic design | peijie lin | art This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/123 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11568 Antibiotic Resistance and Modern Agricultural Practices Savannah Kumar antibiotics | resistance | antibiotic | agriculture | bacteria | microbiology This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/122 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Biology Sarah Boomer
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11567 Comparison in Decomposition Rates in Freshwater and Surface Environments Amber Knight | Bailey Goodwin | Elizabeth Diaz-Enriquez decomposition | rate | freshwater | surface | environment This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/121 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Criminal Justice Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11566 It Will All Be Over Soon Byron Kimball feminist | feminism | semiotics | semiotic | transsexual | pornography This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/120 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Communication Studies Emily Plec; Dana Schowalter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11565 Putting Together the WOU Professional and Technical Writing Advisory Board Byron Kimball professional writing | internship | community internship program | technical writing This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/119 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Lars Soderlund; Karina Lopez
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11564 The Drone Dilemma Andrew Kelso drone | war on terror | weaponized drone | UAS | unmanned aerial system This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/118 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Public Policy/Administration Mary Pettenger; Mark Henkels
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11563 Moodle User Guides Benjamin Kahn | Amy Spielmaker open source | moodle | professional development | user guide | tutorial | pedagogy This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/117 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Greg Zobel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11542 The Power of the Stars How Nuclear Fusion Could Power the Future Ted Jones fusion | nuclear | power | energy This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/116 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Chemistry Arlene Courtney
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11541 Classifying Regular Polytopes in Dimension 4 and Beyond Brittany Johnson classification | regular polytopes | dimension This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/115 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Mathematics Leanne Merrill
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11540 Visual Communication Design Portfolio Zhiying Huang design | portolfio | graphic design | environment This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/114 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11539 The Effect Video Games Have in Therapy to Treat Ailments in Children and Adolescents Spencer Hart | Danielle LaRocco | Josh Spear video games | therapy | children | adoloscents | child therapy | learning disability | cerebral palsy This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/113 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health/Exercise Science Amy Hammermeister
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11538 Visual Communication Design Portfolio Presentation Margaret Harrington design | identity | brand | graphic design | portfolio This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/112 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ As an inspired young designer, I spend a lot of my time questioning identities. Whether it’s my own identity or a clients, I have found solace in submerging myself into forming and developing engaging concepts and ideas. As a visual learner, I think of graphic design as the best form of problem solving - first concept, and then design. Throughout my design and sociology studies, I have developed in-depth methods of concept building through ethnographic and qualitative research to create brands, interactive media, illustrations, and beyond. I think a lot about human nature, sex and relationships, life and death, social problems and politics, and often reflect these ideas throughout my personal work. My interest in these subjects allows me to transform concepts, problems, and theories into visual solutions. Art Jen Bracy
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11537 Sandy Peas: Can Pisum sativum Survive in Sandy Soil Emily Gillett peas | soil | sand | sandy | pisum sativum | agriculture This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/111 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ As the world population continues to grow, we continue to expand the agricultural lands. Not every soil available is the most nutrient dense or ideally irrigated. It’s estimated that environmental stressors are increasingly contributing to the loss of crops (Macedo, A. F., 2011). Crops are needing to be grown in harsher environments than the ideal farmlands. Knowing what stressors a species can deal with and what will definitely destroy it can help farmers get more successful harvests in imperfect conditions. This experiment aims to test the resilience of pea plants (Pisum sativum) in sandy soil. If plants need nutrients to grow and maintain organs, then the lack of nutrients will inhibit growth by shorter height, lower leaf count, and more necrosis of leaves. Due to the nature of sand not holding water as well as typical soil may also lead to drought stress. In the experiments to follow, I looked at the possibility of both nutrient stress and drought stress affecting the growth, leaf count, water potential of the plants. Biology Ava Howard
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11536 Bigger and Better in Texas Jessica Freeman | Caitlyn Nakatsukasa texas | food bank | houston | recovery | natural disaster | relief | recovery | volunteer | food insecurity This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/110 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Kathryn Plummer
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11535 Sex Estimation Using Morphological Traits of the Skull Elizabeth Salisbury morphological traits | forensic anthropology This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/11 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Estimating the sex of an individual from skeletal remains can help in their identification. There are many methods that can be implemented to help assess the sex, but when only a skull is available, common morphological traits of the cranium and mandible can be used. Ten morphological traits were used to estimate the sex of the unknown skull. Using these ten characteristics, I was able to accurately conclude whether the skull came from a male or female individual. Salisbury, Elizabeth. "Sex Estimation Using Morphological Traits of the Skull." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Anthropology Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11534 Developing a Policy and Procedure Binder for the Polk County Resource Centers Janine Egan policy | polk county | procedure | ohsu | resource center This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/109 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Health/Exercise Science Angela Docherty
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11533 Improv in Dance Classes Elizabeth Dunn improv | dance | class | forsythe | contact | steve paxton | pedagogy This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/108 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Theatre/Dance Sharon Oberst
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11532 Venezuela in the News: A Systemic Functional Linguistic Analysis Sabra Duarte venezuela | news | linguistics | journalism | presidential election | reporting | maduro This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/107 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Cornelia Paraskevas
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11531 "To the Tomb of an Unknown Friend" A Search for Missing Voices Melanie Douville cemetary | chinese | pioneer | chinatown | 1903 | condemn | oral history This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/106 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Anthropology Kate Miller
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11530 Critiquing Feminism: A Trans Man Perspective Aiden DeRoest trans | transman | transmen | gender | equality | feminism | feminist This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text aes/105 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Communication Studies Dana Schowalter
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11529 Trauma to the Skull: How to Differentiate Bullet Type From Bullet Wound Victoria Coe | Jessica Alexander | Jalen Mitchell trauma | bullet | skull | wound | forensics | forensic anthropology | caliber | guage This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/104 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Criminal Justice Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11528 "The Neighborhood is Changing" and Other Poems Maria Cabrales poem | poetry | spanish | immigration | immigrant | bilingual | gentrification This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text aes/103 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Henry Hughes
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11527 S. O. S. Save Our Squirrels Hailey Bushek squirrels | ecosystem | threatened species | food source | urbanization This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/102 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Public Policy/Administration Mary Pettenger; Mark Henkels
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11526 Fantastic Topological Surfaces and How to Classify Them Khorben Boyer topological surfaces | classification | topology | surface This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text; Image; StillImage aes/101 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Mathematics Leanne Merrill
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11525 The Dangers, Risks and Joys of Being Young Kaitlin Boyer poem | youth | religion | sexual abuse | poetry This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2018 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2018-06-01 Text aes/100 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ A collection of poems related to religion, sexual abuse and youth. Henry Hughes
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11524 Dairy and Dairy Alternatives: Media Portrayal vs. Nutritional Facts Megan Stinson forensic anthropology | dairy | alternatives | media This presentation was delivered on May 31, 2012 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2012-05-31 Text; Image; StillImage aes/10 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Many people use dairy alternatives in their everyday lives. In particular, society’s emphasis on low-fat, low-cal nutrition has created a huge desire for something other than milk in cereal, ice-cream, coffee etc., but are these alternatives actually healthier? In this project, I will examine the media portrayal of three major dairy alternatives, soy-milk, almond-milk, and rice-milk, and whether the nutritional truths, discovered through background research, back up the views and expectations of the consumer, as determined by a questionnaire. I will compare what people think is the healthiest with what the actual facts are. Stinson, Megan. "Dairy and Dairy Alternatives: Media Portrayal vs. Nutritional Facts." Poster presented at the Academic Excellence Showcase, Western Oregon University, May 31, 2012. Anthropology Misty Weitzel
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11523 2006 Academic Excellence Showcase Proceedings Western Oregon University research university symposium undergraduate graduate This presentation was delivered on May 25, 2006 at Western Oregon University Academic Excellence Showcase (Monmouth). 2006-05-31 aes/1 eng Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2018, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author(s). Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author(s). | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11514 Climb Me! Rob Elmer Tree branches outside of Rice Auditorium. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/9 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11513 Cactus Webs Rob Elmer A close-up of a spider's web on a cactus in the Natural Sciences Greenhouse. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/8 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11512 Greenhouse Flowers Rob Elmer Flowers in the Natural Sciences Greenhouse. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/7 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11511 River Bed Garden Jerrie Lee Parpart The rock drainage garden on the west side of Education Building. 1/25/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/6 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11510 Ceiling Fish Tom Bergeron Glass fish sculptures hang from the ceiling near the entrance to Multicultural Student Service & Programs (MSSP) in the Werner University Center. 1/26/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/5 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11509 Campus Squirrels Denise Visuano Squirrels on a tree branch on campus. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/4 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11508 Greek Life Pride Erin Passehl Kappa Sigma Fraternity sign displayed at lunch served on the patio of the Werner University Center. 1/22/2013 0:00 article weekatwou/3 Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11507 May Fete Program Cover Undetermined The program cover for the 1944 May Fete event hosted by the Collecto Co-Eds student group on the Oregon College of Education campus. 5/10/1944 0:00 Text mayday/46 May Day Group Photos Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11486 May Day Fete Undetermined Sponsored by the Collecto Co-Eds, the May Day celebration featured the coronation of the May Queen and her court, a musical comedy, and a string ensemble, followed by an evening dance (see program). The Oregon College of Education student body elected Virginia Stovall as May Queen (center, bottom row) and eight attendants (unidentified). 5/10/1944 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/47 May Day Group Photographs Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11485 May Day Drills Undetermined Female students dressed in flowing dresses with flowers on the sleeve and in their hair pose outside of Campbell Hall. 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/48 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11484 May Pole Winding Undetermined Junior female students dressed in white and yellow dresses wind the may pole during a competitive event part of the May Day festivities on the Oregon Normal School campus. Spectators watch from the sidelines holding umbrellas.
The Monmouth Herald noted "The May Pole winding was done under the most adverse circumstances since the rain was falling and the ground slippery but the results were very credible" (May 12, 1916). 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/49 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11483 May Day Children's Procession Undetermined Children from the fifth and sixth grades from Monmouth Training School pose in front of Campbell Hall. Children wore costumes for the original drills they performed in and have a procession by grade level into the May Day festivities.
The Monmouth Herald reported, "The fifth grade girls presented a jumping rope drill while the boys offered Sir Francis Drake and his sea rovers in a sailor's hornpipe" (May 12, 1916). 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/50 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11482 May Day Procession Undetermined Students involved with the senior class original drills featuring the Canterbury Inn line up outside Campbell Hall as part of the wedding processional. Students wore traditional Elizabethan costumes; religious attendants hold crosses and don robes at the beginning of the line. The May Queen and her attendants are in the middle of the procession.
The Monmouth Herald reported, "The moving pageantry and pomp offered by the senior class was very effective and splendidly carried out. The Canterbury Inn, the church, the variegated costumes of the moving throng, the dances, the dramatic entrance of the pageant wagon drawn by spirited horses, the clever bits of humorous acting all served to show the lives of all classes of people in Elizabethan times" (May 12, 1916). 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/53 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11481 May Day Children's Procession Undetermined Young children from the first and second grade at the Monmouth Training School line up in various costumes in front of Campbell Hall. Children would have a procession by grade into the May Day festivities.
The Monmouth Herald reported, "The first and second grade children presented a pretty song and dance representing Spring and her followers" (May 12, 1916). 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/51 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11480 May Day Children's Procession Undetermined Children from the Monmouth Training School line up in front of Campbell Hall for their procession into the May Day festivities. Young girls in white dresses hold staffs and behind them are young boys dressed in Robin Hood themed costumes.
The Monmouth Herald reported, "Robin Hood's Merry Men were represented by seventh and eighth grade boys in a Morris dance, and the Shepherdesses Drill by the girls of these grades was very pretty" (May 12, 1916). 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/52 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11479 May Day Queen and Students Undetermined The May Queen Myrtle Clayville and her attendant sit on a throne on the tennis courts outside of Maple Hall. Other students in costumes stand nearby, some holding umbrellas. 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/55 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11478 May Day Children Drills and Morris Dance Undetermined Boys from the seventh and eighth grades at Monmouth Training School perform a Morris Dance with sticks dressed as Robin Hood themed characters. The May Queen and her court sit in the Queen's Pavilion in the background. 5/5/1916 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/54 Oregon State Normal School Lantern Slides Collection (MSS 17) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11477 May Queen Undetermined May Queen junior Joanne Sloan of Cottage Grove poses for a photograph on May Day. Sloan wore a white formal gown with flowers embroidered on the side. 5/9/1947 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/27 May Day Group Photographs Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11476 Male Vaudeville Dancers Undetermined Seven male junior students dressed in traditional female May Day costumes, including white dresses with flowered headbands, sit in front of The Cottage. Men participated in the Oregon Normal School Day Day events as part of the Junior Vaudeville Show, which took place the night before May Day. 5/2/1924 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/1 Marguerite Loretz Scrapbook Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11475 May Day Drill Costumes Undetermined Four students dressed for May Day drills and pageantry pose outside of the dormitory Todd Hall. From left to right: Marguerite Loretz, junior, wearing a frilly white collar; unidentified man in top hat; female gypsy trail usher, and a female student dressed in a green petal costume. 5/3/1924 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/2 Marguerite Loretz Scrapbook Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11474 Male Vaudeville Dancers Undetermined Three male students dressed in traditional female May Day costumes, including white dresses with flowered headbands, dance in front of The Cottage and Todd Hall. Men participated in the Oregon Normal School Day Day events as part of the Junior Vaudeville Show, which took place the night before May Day. 5/2/1924 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/3 Marguerite Loretz Scrapbook Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11473 May Pole Winding Undetermined Female students dressed in black and gold dresses compete in the winding of the may pole for the senior class. 5/6/1922 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/43 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11472 May Pole Winding Undetermined Members of the junior and senior classes hold streamers and wind the may pole in front of an audience.
Also printed in The 1923 Norm, page 176. 5/6/1922 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/45 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11471 Junior Class Drill Undetermined Female students dressed in green and white dresses perform with garlands during the junior class original drills part of the May Day competition. The Queen's Pavilion is shown in the background. 5/6/1922 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/44 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11470 May Queen and Her Court Undetermined May Queen Lena Keen (center) sits with other students in the May Court underneath the Queen's Pavilion Canopy located on the tennis courts outside Maple Hall.
Also appears in The 1923 Norm, page 176. 5/6/1922 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/42 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11469 May Queen and Her Court Undetermined May Queen junior Lena Keen of Halsey (center) stands outside Campbell Hall among other members of the Queen's court, including children from the training school on campus.
Also appears in The 1923 Norm, page 176. 5/6/1922 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/41 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11468 Senior Class Drill Undetermined Female senior students dressed in white dresses, white hats, and parasols pose outside of The Cottage and Todd Hall. As part of May Day, each class would perform an original drill as part of the competition.
Also located in The 1921 Norm, page 89. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/12 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11467 Junior Class Drill Undetermined Female junior students dressed in dark sleeveless dresses and skipping ropes pose outside of Campbell Hall, with the Monmouth Training School (ITC Building) in the background. As part of May Day, each class would perform an original drill as part of the competition. Second from right: Miss Garbe, faculty director of the junior original drill.
Also located in The 1921 Norm, page 89. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/13 Violet Denny Scrapbook (MSS 34) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11446 May Day Drills Undetermined Female students at Oregon Normal School and children from the Monmouth Training School dance in costumes and garlands for one of the traditional May Day drills. After a five year hiatus, May Day was combined with Junior Day to create Junior Weekend in 1921. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/4 Agnes M. Anderson Collection (MSS 5) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11445 May Day Canopy Undetermined May Queen Ruth Stover (center, of Weiser, Idaho), sits with her court in the May Day canopy located on the tennis courts outside of Maple Hall. The canopy featured handmade garlands and children from the training school as part of the procession. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/5 Agnes M. Anderson Collection (MSS 5) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11444 May Pole Winding Undetermined One of the main attractions of the May Day event, female students in costumes consisting of long dresses and flowered headbands, wind the may pole located on the tennis courts outside of Maple Hall. The Queen's canopy sits to the left. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/7 Agnes M. Anderson Collection (MSS 5) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11443 May Queen Procession Undetermined May Queen Ruth Stover (center, of Wesier, Idaho) holds a bouquet of flowers and walks through a line of garlands as part of the May Queen's procession. A crowd of spectators watch through the trees surrounding the tennis courts outside of Maple Hall. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/6 Agnes M. Anderson Collection (MSS 5) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR
https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/11442 May Day Queen and Her Court Undetermined May Day Queen Ruth Stover (center with garland around her neck) is surrounded by female students. Dressed in white lacy dresses and garlands, the Queen's Court and Monmouth Training School schoolchildren are lined up outside Campbell Hall before the Queen's Procession past the crowd of spectators.
Also located in The 1921 Norm, page 89. 5/14/1921 0:00 Image; StillImage mayday/9 Agnes M. Anderson Collection (MSS 5) Copyright Not Evaluated: As of 04/07/2020, the copyright for this item has not been investigated by Hamersly Library. | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ Monmouth, OR