Presenters
Poster Presenters
Poster Session (includes all poster presentations) 12- 2 p.m. DBRC
- Hang up your poster and visit the Presenter's Lounge 11-11:30 a.m.
- Please stay at your poster for 90 minutes of the 12-2 p.m. session. You can spend 30 minutes visiting other poster presenters.
- Take down your poster by 2:15 p.m. (Email ksg001@marietta.edu)
- Visit the Presenters Lounge 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for snacks and pick up your All Scholars Day gift.
- Best Poster will be awarded to the Poster Presenter that receives the most audience votes cast during the Poster Presentation. (Poster Presenters are not permitted to vote.)
Oral Presenters
- Arrive at your presentation location 15 minutes prior to the start time (upload presentation, test microphone, etc.)
- Please remain in attendance during your entire session to support peer presenters.
- Visit the Presenters Lounge 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. for snacks and pick up your All Scholars Day gift.
Schedule
| Department | Time | Location |
| Posters (all disciplines) | 12-2 p.m. | DBRC |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. and 2:30-4:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 9-10:30 a.m. and 3-5 p.m. | Selby 337 |
| History | 10-11 a.m. | Thomas 327 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9:30-11 a.m. | Brown Conference Room |
| Physics | 9-11 a.m. | Selby 148 |
| PioBiz Proof of Concept | 3-5 p.m. | Thomas 124 |
| Political Science | 9-10 a.m. | Thomas 327 |
| Reader's Theatre | 3-4 p.m. | Gathering Place |
| STEM | 4-5 p.m. | Bartlett 162 |
| Student Art Exhibition Reception and Awards | 2:30-4 p.m. | Hermann Third Floor |
| Theatre | 4-6 p.m. | Frederich Theatre |
Oral Presentations
| Discipline | Time | Location | Title | Author | Abstract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. | Bartlett 166 | Enhancement of Neuroadaptation to Light-Adjustable Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) vs. Multifocal IOLs using Gabor Eye Training Stimuli | Alyssa Mays | In this study, Gabor patch eye training was evaluated as a method to enhance neuroadaptation to Light-Adjustable (LAL) and Multifocal intraocular lenses. It was hypothesized that training would reduce adaptation time, with LAL patients adapting faster than Multifocal patients. Participants were expected to complete daily visual training. Reading efficiency was measured through timed and self-paced reading tests. A lack of results highlighted the need for developing strategies and study incentives to improve patient retention |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. | Bartlett 166 | Atomoxetine Impacts on Fetal Development in Model Animal | Ashley Ward | The current risks of taking ADHD medications while pregnant are unknown as research is lacking. This project looked at the impacts of a common non-stimulant ADHD medication, Atomoxetine, on development in chickens by injecting 60 eggs with 0, 20, 40, or 60 mg/kg and incubating for 10 days. Conclusions about the effects of the medication were drawn by measuring the survival rate, overall embryo size, eye size, and amount of bone and cartilage development. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. | Bartlett 166 | The Effects that BPA, BPS, and BPAF have on the Embryonic Development of Chicks | Elizabeth Schnegg | I examined how BPA, BPS, and BPAF affect chick embryonic development. I hypothesized that BPA would cause the most pronounced morphological abnormalities in body size and limbs, due to it being a strong endocrine disruptor. Forty hatching eggs were injected with 0.1 mL of a 0.007 g/mL solution of each chemical. BPA, BPS, and BPAF resulted in smaller embryos compared to the control, supporting the hypothesis that these chemicals impact chick embryonic development. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. | Bartlett 166 | Composting on Campus | Aaron Crum | Surveys were given out to students regarding their knowledge on composting and their environmental attitude. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. | Bartlett 166 | Potential synergistic efficacy of plant secondary metabolites for treating antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus | Lauren Garan | Staphylococcus aureus is a major threat to global health and needs new treatment options. I hypothesized that combination therapy of plant secondary metabolites to potentiate conventional antibiotics would effectively treat antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections while reducing synthetic antibiotics' minimum inhibitory concentrations for safety. The effectiveness of these therapies was investigated utilizing existing scientific literature. The literature results supported the hypothesis by providing data that plant secondary metabolites can potentiate conventional antibiotics to decrease minimum inhibitory concentrations. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 9-11 a.m. | Bartlett 166 | Optimizing Annealing Temperatures for Reliable and Efficient Amplification of Loci D1S80, VWA, and SRY3 | Inessa Sturm | Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a fundamental tool in molecular biology used to amplify specific DNA sequences with high sensitivity and specificity. This study aims to refine PCR conditions for the VWA, SRY3, and D1S80 loci by adjusting the annealing temperature to enhance amplification efficiency, specificity, and sensitivity. Having identified the ideal conditions for these loci, this research improves PCR reliability, which has significant implications for medical diagnostics, forensic science, and environmental monitoring. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 | The Effects of Ailanthus altissima Exudates on Neighboring Plants | Angelina Dotson | Ailanthus altissima, or the Tree of Heaven, is a deciduous tree native to China and invasive in Ohio. This study explores its allelopathic potential by investigating the effects of secondary metabolites on native plant growth. Three methods—pour-through, scatter, and tincture—were used to expose Ocimum basilicum and Pisum sativum to the compounds. Results indicate that the Tree of Heaven’s exudates contain high concentrations of secondary metabolites and likely contribute to inhibition on native species. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 | Therapeutic Uses of Psychoactive Fungi to Treat Neuropsychiatric Disorders | Abrianna Bookman | Psychoactive fungi as treatment for mental illness are becoming more relevant. This project utilizes existing literature to determine the effectiveness of such treatments. One study did not observe significant mood changes in humans when treated with a mixture of psilocybin, Hericium erinaceus, and vitamin B3. Other studies, such as one that observed Drosophila melanogaster, another with humans in a double-blind study, and a third that analyzed self-reported microdosers data, noted a significant mood change. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 | Treatment of Epilepsy with Cannabidiol when Added to Other Existing Treatments of Varying Mechanisms of Action | Bre Dudley | Epilepsy is a neurological condition that causes seizures. Many different treatments for epilepsy exist with varying success. Cannabidiol, derived from Cannabis sativa, has recently been investigated as a potential treatment. This research examines the effectiveness of adding cannabidiol to existing treatments for reducing seizure frequency, and whether combination with GABA-related treatments were most beneficial. Cannabidiol was found to be efficacious with most other treatments but not clearly best with ones targeting GABA. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 | Metal-induced Oxidation of Lipids and the Effects on Aging in Drosophila hydei | Logyn Ratliff | Transition metals act as catalysts in the Fenton reaction to produce hydroxyl radicals which can cause oxidative damage in organisms. It was hypothesized that exposure to transition metals would increase lipid peroxidation and decrease lifespans. Based on data from dose-response curves, Drosophila hydei were exposed to nickel or cobalt at 5 µg/mL. Data revealed that exposure to transition metals increased the oxidation of phospholipids and decreased the lifespan of the exposed flies. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 | Investigating melatonin as a preventative treatment for damages caused by oxidative stress in Drosophila melanogaster. | Meya Derwacter | Oxidative stress caused by the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) contributes to the complex aging process. Antioxidants, like melatonin, scavenge free radicals, thus preventing ROS from forming. Melatonin was investigated for its ability to prevent cellular damage via a catalase assay, neuronal damage by observing climbing behavior, and premature aging by recording mortality rate in Drosophila melanogaster. Initial findings suggest that 100 μg/ml of melatonin is effective at combating ROS by decreasing cellular damage. |
| Biology, Health Science and Environmental Science and Studies | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Bartlett 166 | Effects of Antihistamines on Insect Development in Forensic Entomology | Ryah Haidar | This study examines the effects of antihistamines on the developmental rate of Blue Bottle Flies. The tested drugs include Aleve, Zyrtec, and Benadryl, with chicken liver as the incorporated rearing medium. Eggs were collected post-oviposition and placed in cups with varying drug concentrations. Samples were kept at 30°C for four days, with daily subsampling to measure larval length and developmental stage. A total of 12 samples were analyzed to assess the drugs’ impact on growth. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 9-10:30 a.m. | Selby 337 | Exploring LDH Activity in Citral-treated M624 Melanoma cells | Iris Atkins | Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) is a key enzyme in anaerobic glycolysis. LDH is abundant in many tissues and cell types. Cancer cells tend to have a high expression of LDH due to their abnormal growth patterns, destruction of normal cell behavior, and energy requirements. Citral is a naturally derived aldehyde found in lemongrass. Citral has been previously determined to have promising effects on apoptosis in M624 melanoma cells. This study aims to explore the effect of citral on M626 melanoma cells’ LDH activity. Lower LDH activity may be indicative of suppression of cancerous mechanisms as well as activation of apoptosis. This may give rise to a potential exploration into preventative or alternative cancer therapies. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 9-10:30 a.m. | Selby 337 | Assay of Lactate Dehydrogenase in Methylparaben Treated M624 Cells | Madelyn Crawford | Parabens, commonly used as antimicrobial agents in food and cosmetics, are esters of p-hydroxybenzoic acid with varying R groups, imparting distinct chemical properties. LDH plays a crucial role in anaerobic glycolysis, a process upregulated in rapidly growing cancer cells. This study investigates the impact of methylparaben on lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) activity in melanoma cells (M624). It is hypothesized that methylparaben treatment will reduce LDH activity in M624 cells, potentially affecting their metabolic function. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 9-10:30 a.m. | Selby 337 | Analysis of nitrate in raw water by Standard EPA method 9056A | Shallyn Bradford, Gezahagn Alameraw | In 2010 the ground water from the Putnam Community Water Association (PCWA) of Marietta, Ohio, was determined to have a significant level of nitrates, thought to be from leaking septic tanks. In 2024 residents were connected to the sewer system. Samples from the Muskingum River were analyzed to determine if the sewer system had an effect in lowering nitrate levels. Analysis was attempted by EPA methods 352.1 and 9056 A with varying degrees of success. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 3-5 p.m. | Selby 337 | Developing a Highly Sensitive Biodetector for Bovine Diseases | Lacey Cline | LSDV is a poxvirus that causes lumpy skin disease {LSD} in cattle characterized by skin nodules. The goal is to develop a highly sensitive and specific label-free biosensor for detecting Lumpy Skin Disease Virus by integrating RPA, CRISPR/Cas12a, and 10-23DNAzyme. It was found that the triple cascade enhanced the detection of LSDV and had a high specificity to the LSDV virus. Investigating baby spinach RNA aptamers bound to DFHBI-1T to create a visible fluorescence when LSDV was detected in positive cows |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 3-5 p.m. | Selby 337 | Kinetic Investigation of a Foldarotaxane Molecular Shuttle via Dynamic 1H NMR | Kolton Dotterer | Foldarotaxane molecular shuttles exhibit dynamic motion critical to their function in supramolecular systems. This study plans to investigate their kinetics using dynamic 1H NMR spectroscopy to analyze temperature-dependent exchange processes. By determining rate constants and activation parameters, we aim to determine factors governing shuttle motion. These insights will aid in the design of tunable molecular machines and responsive materials. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 3-5 p.m. | Selby 337 | Antimicrobial Activities of a Tetracycline-Metal-Picolinic Acid Complex | Jack Hehr | Tetracycline behaves as a ligand, forming a coordinate covalent bond with metals and displaying antimicrobial activity with copper and salicylate. As an antibiotic, it would require oral ingestion. Due to its acidity, salicylate often causes stomach pains, and finding an alternative compound would be beneficial. Picolinic acid may be a viable alternative, assuming that it behaves similarly to salicylate. To predict this treatment’s safety in humans, in vivo tests can be run on infected mice. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 3-5 p.m. | Selby 337 | Photocyclization Optimization with Improved Aggregation-Induced Emission | Jaekob Conard | Photocyclization is a new area of research that has applications such as chemical sensing and medical diagnosis. I am proposing an optimized photocyclization reaction that is catalyzed through the use of sunlight. The use of sunlight in photocyclization has showed promising results in research and is a greener way to catalyze the reaction. Secondly, I am proposing the use of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) as a solvent over water in mixture with acetonitrile due to the polarity of DMSO. This change may result in more efficient aggregation of nonpolar molecules. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | 3-5 p.m. | Selby 337 | Quantitation of an Unknown Fluorescent Analyte Using Response Profiles | Jacob Rocky | This experiment explores a new way to measure unknown fluorescent analytes without using standard calibration curves. Instead, it relies on response profiles, which track how fluorescence changes under different conditions to improve accuracy. The study looks at fluorescence sensors, the effects of pH, and microfluidic extraction methods. Results show that response profiles help reduce errors from environmental factors, making fluorescence-based measurements more reliable and useful for quick medical and scientific testing. |
| History | 10-11 a.m. | Thomas 327 | Atomic Betrayal: Klaus Fuchs, Elizabeth Bentley, and the Road to the Rosenbergs’ Execution | Kyra Eaton | My senior capstone explores the espionage ring surrounding the Manhattan Project, emphasizing Klaus Fuchs and Elizabeth Bentley’s critical roles in fueling McCarthyist paranoia and the Red Scare. Their exposure intensified fears of Soviet infiltration, contributing to the harsh prosecution of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg. Despite their limited involvement, the Rosenbergs faced execution, a punishment far exceeding their crimes. My research examines how Cold War hysteria distorted justice and reshaped American attitudes toward national security. |
| History | 10-11 a.m. | Thomas 327 | The Culture of Marietta Abolitionism | Korey-Robert Oakes | "My research examines the culture of the Marietta Abolition movement through the works of David Putnam Jr. and John C. McCoy. Through witness testimonies we have discovered a great deal about the methods used by abolition workers, the routes taken, the reactions of the public in favor of and against abolition efforts, as well the coded language that abolitionists used along the “grape-vine telegraph” to protect their work helping people who had escaped from slavery." |
| History | 10-11 a.m. | Thomas 327 | Byzantine Imperialism and Public Sentiment | Tyson Riggs | My research explores Byzantine Emperor Justinian I’s campaigns to reclaim the western provinces of the former Roman Empire, particularly focusing on the role of public sentiment in shaping imperial policy. Through an analysis of Procopius’s History of the Wars, the study examines how Justinian framed his reconquests as acts of restoration rather than conquest, emphasizing the Roman identity of the populations under Gothic and Vandal rule. By considering political motivations, popular expectations, and Byzantine propaganda, this paper argues that Justinian’s wars were not only strategic but also a response to the demands of his subjects, reaffirming Rome’s cultural and political legacy. |
| History | 10-11 a.m. | Thomas 327 | Renaissance Rivalry: Connecting the Medici Bank and the Pazzi Conspiracy | Liam Sherman | This paper investigates the Medici family's dominance in Renaissance Florence, emphasizing their banking practices, artistic patronage, and political strategies. It delves into Lorenzo de Medici's leadership, the decline of the Medici Bank due to mismanagement and external pressures, and the motivations behind the 1478 Pazzi Conspiracy. Examining accounts by Machiavelli, Poliziano, and others, the study explores how Medici excesses and rivalries shaped Florentine society, while reflecting on the erasure of dissenting voices, particularly those of the Pazzi family. |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9:30-11 a.m. | Brown Conference Room | Chaser Shale Field Development By Stamper Oil | Trevor McNeill, Nick Kumor, Wade Smith | This project outlines the full-cycle development of a gas field, from initial geological and reservoir evaluation to drilling, completions, and production. The project focuses on responsible and efficient exploration and development with a focus on innovation and sustainable practices. |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9:30-11 a.m. | Brown Conference Room | DrillBillies Oil and Gas | Georges Fazah, Carson Halbower, Logan Brookover | This capstone project simulates the operations of an oil and gas company, progressing from exploration to economic evaluation. It involves analyzing geological data to identify potential reservoirs, planning and executing drilling operations, designing completion strategies to maximize production, and conducting comprehensive economic assessments. By integrating technical and financial decision-making, the project provides a realistic perspective on the challenges and opportunities within the upstream oil and gas sector. |
| Petroleum Engineering | 9:30-11 a.m. | Brown Conference Room | Marietta Gas Field Development Plan - B2P | Paige Schindler, Ben Sobb, Brayden Ziemer | The Marietta Development Project by B²P leverages real-world data to craft a strategic oil and gas development plan that balances profitability with sustainability. Our approach integrates economic efficiency, ethical practices, and innovative technologies to optimize resource extraction while minimizing environmental impact. By prioritizing responsible energy production, we aim to set a new standard for sustainable development in the industry, ensuring long-term value for stakeholders and the environment alike. |
| Physics | 9-11 a.m. | Selby 148 | Meta-Analysis of Laser Accelerated Ion Experiments using Analytical and Machine Learning Methods | Aditya Shah | Laser ion acceleration in plasma physics has applications in material processing and proton therapy. Predicting maximum proton energy is challenging due to nonlinear laser-target interactions. In this study, we compare traditional empirical models with contemporary data-driven methodologies, including linear regression, K-Means clustering, neural networks, and random forests. Machine learning demonstrated superior predictive accuracy, highlighting its potential to optimize beam characteristics and improve experimental efficiency in high-energy density physics. |
| Physics | 9-11 a.m. | Selby 148 | An LSV Study of Electrochemical Properties of High-Concentration Electrolytes | Colin Walters | Industry-standard electrolytes perform well at low voltage but struggle in high-power applications like EVs and handheld devices. To improve ion transport at high voltage, we explored increasing salt concentration. Using Linear Sweep Voltammetry (LSV), we studied NaCl in water as a model electrolyte. Our results showed that higher concentrations led to greater voltage stability and reduced faradic current, suggesting that concentrated electrolytes could enhance battery performance by minimizing free solvent molecules and improving electrochemical stability. |
| Physics | 9-11 a.m. | Selby 148 | Implementation for measurement of adsorbate induced reflectance changes on thin Au(111) film | Anthony James | Thin metal films typically have lower conductivity than bulk samples because of surface effects. The most satisfactory explanation is the free electron, random point scatterer (FERPS) model, which also predicts changes in reflectance proportional to changes in resistance as adsorbate is added. Reflectance was measured while dosing diethyl disulfide on a thin Au(111) film in ultrahigh vacuum using a laser and a photodiode detector. No change in reflectance was measured. |
| Political Science | 9-10 a.m. | Thomas 327 | How does terrorism influence state capacity? | Abigail Scott | This paper examines whether terrorism affects a state's governance efficiency. Employing linear regression, I find that stronger state control correlates with higher deaths, more authoritarian regimes, and increased GDP. These results suggest that terrorism influences, but does not solely determine, governance efficiency. |
| Political Science | 9-10 a.m. | Thomas 327 | Moot Court Demonstration Match | Geneva Cech, Nicholas Pachete | Moot Court simulates the appellate court process in the United States. Lawyers present a case before a judge (or panel of judges such as the nine Justices on the Supreme Court) where the judges ask probing and often difficult questions that the lawyers must answer. The facts of the case are given by the AMCA so the dispute in this demonstration is about the meaning and extent of the 5th Amendment right against self-incrimination. |
| Political Science | 9-10 a.m. | Thomas 327 | Corruption and Terrorism: Are they related? | Clarissa Westfall | This study investigates the potential relationship between corruption and the frequency of terrorist attacks within a country over a given year. Employing linear regression analysis, this study finds a statistically significant association between higher levels of corruption and an increased incidence of terrorist attacks. These results contribute to understanding the interplay between governance quality and security challenges, with implications for policy development in counterterrorism efforts. |
| Sports Medicine | 10-11 a.m. | Sports Medicine Classroom | Caffeine consumption and its ergogenic effect on sprinting | Elivh Perez | This study examines the effects of caffeine consumption on sprinting performance. Using a literature review approach, research was analyzed to assess caffeine’s impact on sprint speed, endurance, and physiological mechanisms. Findings suggest that caffeine may enhance anaerobic performance by influencing step length, frequency, exertional forces, and muscle contraction efficiency. Additionally, dosage and timing appear to play a role in anaerobic exercise performance. Overall, results indicate the potential benefits of caffeine for athletes in short-duration, high-intensity efforts. |
| Sports Medicine | 10-11 a.m. | Sports Medicine Classroom | Lower Limb Asymmetries and Injury Risks | Brooke Smith | The purpose of this study is to determine if asymmetries in lower limb muscle strength, joint range of motion (ROM), torque, and force are related to an increased risk of injury. A literature review was conducted to analyze various methods of testing for limb asymmetries. The participants in the reviewed studies were monitored for risky mechanical behaviors and injuries. After analysis, many links were found between specific muscle asymmetries and increased injury risk. |
| STEM | 4-5 p.m. | Bartlett 162 | Waste Water Biosolids Treatment | Luke Price, Ethan Andersen | This project involves working with the Parkersburg Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) to upgrade their facilities to produce Class A biosolids. Achieving Class A standards requires an increased removal of pathogens as compared to Class B standards. This project will analyze the lime stabilization method of pathogen removal. The final product will include a comparative analysis of quicklime (CaO) and hydrated lime (Ca(OH)₂) to evaluate their efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational feasibility at the Parkersburg WWTP. |
| STEM | 4-5 p.m. | Bartlett 162 | Using Martian Meteorites to Interpret Future Gamma-Ray and Neutron Data of Phobos | Adrienne Hammontree | The Mars-moon Exploration with GAmma rays and NEutrons (MEGANE) instrument aboard the Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) spacecraft will travel to Phobos to take elemental measurements of the surface. This mission aims to determine the origin of the martian moons (giant impact vs. captured asteroid) via sample return and orbital measurements of Phobos. This study conducted an in-depth literature review to compile bulk chemistries from a variety of martian meteorite petrologies to aid in data interpretation. |
| STEM | 4-5 p.m. | Bartlett 162 | Appalachian Environmental | Aaron Crum | I worked a 40-hour internship at Appalachian Environmental where I was exposed to many different things and got to work hands on with different labs. |
| Theatre | 4-6 p.m. | Frederich Theatre | Capstone Project in Theatrical Lighting Programming | Anna Reupert | I am focusing on the technical aspects of theatrical lighting, including programming lights, managing their power connections, and configuring the lighting board. My goal is to ensure that all components are properly integrated and programmed to achieve the desired visual effects, while understanding the mechanics behind how each element functions within a production. |
| Theatre | 4-6 p.m. | Frederich Theatre | Theatre Capstone: Becoming the Daughter of Walt Disney | Kylee Beth Strader | For my performance major capstone, I will be presenting on my work and performance in the Studio Series Festival this year, where I am taking part in the production "The unproduced screenplay on the death of walt disney". I am both performing in the role of "Daughter", and also stage managing the production. I will be conducting research on my character, as she is a real historical character, and presenting on how I prepared for a role such as this. |
| Theatre | 4-6 p.m. | Frederich Theatre | Application of Grotowski Acting Method to Fosse Dance in Chicago (The Musical). | Abigail Wardlow | A performance capstone analyzing the acting methodology created by Jerry Grotowski—practical application of the movement-based pedagogy to the Bob Fosse style of dance in performance of Chicago (The Musical). How the intensive study of an acting pedagogy and dance style contributed to an effective portrayal of Roxie Hart. |
| Theatre | 4-6 p.m. | Frederich Theatre | Capstone in Choreography: an exploration of the creative process and pedagogy in group dances | Paige Doseck | I am researching the construction of dance and choreography throughout "The Creative Process" by Holly Shaw. This book discusses three parts in creating apiece of art. This capstone project explores the creative process of choreography by teaching and refining group dances with peers. It examines movement generation, musicality, and storytelling while developing leadership and instructional skills. Through rehearsals, dancer feedback, and adaptation, the project balances artistic vision with practical execution. A reflective journal will document challenges and growth, culminating in a performance or analysis of the choreographic journey, highlighting the evolution of movement and its impact on both choreographer and dancers. |
Poster Sessions | Noon–2 p.m., DBRC
| Poster Number/Table Letter | Discipline | Title | Author(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Biochemistry | Effects of Curcumin on Human Melanoma Cells | Lacey Cline, Mason Jackson, Catherine Martin, Lee Miller |
| 3 | Biochemistry | Effect of Cholesterol Depletion on Glucose Transport in Cos Monkey Kidney Cells | Iris Atkins |
| 2 | Biochemistry | Assay of Lactate Dehydrogenase in Methylparaben Treated M624 Cells | Madelyn Crawford |
| 1 | Chemistry | Analysis of nitrate in raw water by Standard EPA method 9056A | Shallyn Bradford, Gezahagn Alameraw |
| 28 | Strategic Communication | Unspoken Magic: How Nonverbal Communication Shapes the Guest Experience at Disney Parks | Ellie Yeater |
| 27 | Strategic Communication | Enhancing Doctor-Patient Communication on Birth Control | Paige Adams |
| 55 | Strategic Communication | Navigating Mental Health Conversations: A Study of Privacy Management in Young Adult Relationships | Lilly Posti |
| 25 | Strategic Communication | Exploring Athletic Department in College Sports | Donielle Ruza |
| 32 | Strategic Communication | Saving Retention Rates Marketing Plan | Elizabeth Roderick |
| 56 | Strategic Communication | Creating an Ad Campaign for Tail Bangers Inc. | Wade Stout |
| 57 | Strategic Communication | Promoting Sustainability: Strategic Communication and Ethical Persuasion in the Clean Energy Sector | Justin Collings |
| 53 | Strategic Communication | How to Sell: A Novice’s guide to winning elections | David Fraizer |
| 54 | Strategic Communication | The Role of Social Media in Book Bans | Ava Huebner |
| 26 | Strategic Communication | Diabetes affecting someone's everyday life | Donielle Ruza |
| 43 | Strategic Communication | The role of self-disclosure in athletes mental health | Harleigh Hanks |
| 35 | Strategic Communication | Betsey Mills Club Administrative Assistant Internship | Clarissa Westfall |
| 52 | Strategic Communication | Capturing the Spirit: Sports Photography at Marietta College | Eric Thurman |
| 20 | Strategic Communication | The Betsey Mills Club | Joseph Backhaus |
| 45 | Strategic Communication | Internship with Assistant Athletic Director | Quincee McCord |
| 30 | Strategic Communication | The Role of Social Media in Collegiate Athletic Recruiting | Andrew Shapley |
| 29 | Strategic Communication | Communication Within Nursing Homes | Claire Malling |
| 71 | Strategic Communication | The Importance of Sports Internships Before Graduation | Isabelle Poling |
| 69 | Strategic Communication | Enhancing Crisis Communication Plans for Neurodivergent individuals | Genavive Olinski |
| 36 | Strategic Communication | Know Them, Love Them, Feel Them: The Importance of Breast Cancer Awareness | Clarissa Westfall |
| 46 | Strategic Communication | The Role of Communication in Coaching Styles | Quincee McCord |
| 47 | Strategic Communication | Wildly Influential: Social Media’s Role in Animal Conservation | Madison Noschese |
| 22 | Strategic Communication | Fostering Trust and Collaboration through Transparency in the Workplace | Arista Gore |
| 50 | Strategic Communication | Physical Therapy School: A financial and Emotional Marathon | Katie Rufener |
| 33 | Strategic Communication | WMOA/WJAW Internship | Andrew Sushynski |
| 21 | Strategic Communication | Understanding Health Illiteracy in the United States: Challenges, Impacts, Pathways to Improvement | Joseph Backhaus |
| 94 | Strategic Communication | How does media influence people's opinions on health conditions? | Abigail Scott |
| 51 | Strategic Communication | Beyond the lens: The Journey of the Marietta College | Eric Thurman |
| 34 | Strategic Communication | Decline of Traditional Journalism and Rise of Non-Traditional Journalism | Andrew Sushynski |
| 49 | Strategic Communication | How different communication styles are used in the field of sales | Reggie Grayek |
| 72 | Strategic Communication | How Does Religion Affect Communication? | Sydney Matyas |
| 70 | Strategic Communication | Future of Sports Journalism in a Small News Market | Grant Moore |
| 92 | Strategic Communication | Athletic Department Internship | Declan Garrett |
| 31 | Strategic Communication | 5th Street Consulting | Liz Roderick |
| 14 | Computer Science | Web Scraping Backyard Ultra Race Data | Gabriella Davison |
| M | Computer Science | Autonomous Robot Arm with Machine Vision | Corey Verkouteren, Ian Yarwood, Gavin Burgess, Aditya Shah |
| N | Computer Science | Washington County Health Department Finance System | Austin Amash, Ian Yarwood, Landry Palata, Logan Stanley |
| 61 | Education | Restructuring the Ranks: Ohio’s Grade Band Changes and the Future of Teaching | Jessica Melvin |
| 62 | Education | Less Can Equal More: Solving the Teacher Shortage | Connor Fee |
| 63 | Education | Removal of immigration safe zones, an analysis in regards to schools. | John Berentz |
| 64 | Education | Beyond Standardized Testing: Exploring Fairer Alternatives for Grading Schools | Emma Bradley |
| 65 | Education | The Impact of Mental Health and Support on Teacher Retention | Kaitlind Barry |
| 66 | Education | Empowering STEM Education: Attracting and Supporting Future Teachers | Brady Shildwachter |
| 84 | Education | Sleep, School, and Success: The Role of Start Times | Cameron Logue |
| 83 | Education | The Earth without ART is just eh: Defunding of Arts in Schools | Trinity Cade |
| 82 | Education | Balanced Literacy vs Structured Literacy | Emma Welch |
| 81 | Education | Impact of School Funding on Special Education | Grace Elliott |
| 80 | Education | Protecting Our Future: Eliminating School Shootings | Camden Wolfe |
| 79 | Leadership | Angela Merkel and the Eurozone Debt Crisis: Balancing Stability and European Unity | Alexis Christie |
| 78 | Leadership | House Bill 2515, how can we can become trauma informed? | Austin Vannoy |
| 77 | Leadership | Dual licensure for Teachers: Strengthened Disability Inclusion in Ohio’s K-12 Classrooms | Emma DeWeese |
| 67 | Leadership | Ely Chapman: A Current John Dewey | Jenna Levans |
| 68 | Leadership | Why are 3rd graders in Marietta OH, not reaching reading proficiency yet still being promoted to 4th grade | Kaelin Moore |
| 23 | Leadership | Strengthening Communities: The Role of Volunteering at Nursing Homes in Enhancing Elderly Well-Being | Arista Gore |
| 85 | English | Campus Voices: Editorial and Publishing Internship | Haylyn Hiles |
| 86 | English | Veritas Classical Academy Creative Writing Club Internship | Sam Holthaus, Nathaniel Stellfox |
| 87 | English | Writing Center Internship | Megan Stone |
| 88 | English | Bringing Literature to Life Through Social Media | Jillian Couts |
| 89 | English | Grant Writing Internship | Emma Gandor |
| 90 | English | Procter Camp and Community Center - Farm and Fishing - Manuals and Lessons | Jacqueline Lauer |
| 24 | History | “You called down the thunder, well now you’ve got it!” The Cinematic Evolution of Wyatt Earp as an Icon of the American West | Katie Lively |
| 15 | Music Therapy | Measuring Levels of Engagement and Response in Adults with MDD (Major Depressive Disorder) and BP-1 (Bipolar I) in Behavioral Health settings in Music Therapy Sessions | Bryn Carter, Brent Beeson, MS, MT-BC, Abby Dodds, MM, LPMT, MT-BC |
| 16 | Music Therapy | Measuring how Expressive Communication skills are improved through Music Therapy with a 4 year old child with Down Syndrome: An Objective study | Annabel Malone |
| 12 | Physics | Meta-Analysis of Laser Accelerated Ion Experiments using Analytical and Machine Learning Methods | Aditya Shah |
| 11 | Physics and Mathematics | An LSV Study of Electrochemical Properties of High-Concentration Electrolytes | Colin Walters |
| 13 | Physics | Implementation for measurement of adsorbate induced reflectance changes on thin Au(111) film | Anthony James |
| 39 | Astronomy | NASA’s Dragonfly Mission | Ashley Etzel |
| 40 | Astronomy | Earthlike Exoplanets | Alexander Cathcart |
| 41 | Astronomy | Four planets better suited for life than earth | Julian Werne Landauer |
| 38 | Astronomy | The Search for Meteorites in Antartica | Logan Podgorski |
| 42 | Astronomy | The Gliess 581 System | Wyatt Hercules |
| 58 | Astronomy | The Europa Clipper Mission: A Search for Life in the Outer Solar System | Adrienne Hammontree |
| 59 | Astronomy | The Lunar Trailblazer Mission | Mallory Plesac |
| 60 | Astronomy | Terraforming Mars: Habitable new homes | Ryan Boggs |
| 37 | Planetary Science | Meteorite Identification | Logan Podgorski |
| 6 | Psychology | How do Non-Academic obligations affect college students’ academic performance? | Bryce West, Rose Lansana, Erica Fowble, Alexis Wasmer |
| 5 | Psychology | Conformity of Students in Public vs Private Response Groups | Emma Winegar, Lillian Franchino, Mason Jackson, Addison Betz |
| 7 | Psychology | How Color Affects Memory Recall | Aggie Rupp, Lizzie Herrera, Owen Schaad |
| 19 | Psychology | Reaction Time in Marietta College Athletes vs Non-Athletes | McKenzie Heil, Devin Hershberger, Jake Salvo, Mallory Wiles |
| 8 | Psychology | Anxiety’s Effect on Task Procrastination in Marietta College Students | Nathan Hamilton, Mallory Sullivan, Thomas Zerman |
| 9 | Psychology | The Accuracy of Memory Recall when Presented with Different Distractions | Lyndsie Pinkston, Ashley Ford, Brian Bonifas, Jazmyn Taylor |
| 17 | Psychology | The Effects of Breathing Phases on Reaction Time | Hannah Shreves, Matthew Siegler, Annabel Malone |
| 96 | Psychology | The Effects of Social Influence in a Group Discussion: How Conformity Plays a Part | Tatum McNeal, Nathaniel Slagle, Andy Liu |
| 18 | Psychology | Believing is Seeing: Relations between Eye-tracking and Uncertain Feature Inference | Alyssa Mays, Dr. Charles Doan, Rachel Guilliams |
| 10 | Psychology | The complexities of Appalachian identity: Attitudes and student outcomes | Ava Kazmierczak, Mia Wiggs |
| A | Coaching Internship | Internship with Marietta Basketball team | Zion Jackson-Wilborn |
| B | Sport Management | Halftime Sponsorship Fulfillment Internship | Thatcher Smith |
| C | Marketing | Internship with Peoples Bank | Jenna Smith |
| D | Coaching Internship | Internship with MHS Rowing and Marietta College Women's Rowing | Katie Lively |
| E | Coaching Internship | Internship with the Marietta’s Mens Basketball Team | Jaylen Tinsley |
| F | Coaching Internship | Club Ohio Coaching Internship | Reggie Grayek |
| G | Coaching Internship | Assistant Coaching | Nathaniel Neal |
| H | Sport Management | Internship with Boca Raton Bowl | Kenzi Denzer |
| I | Sport Management | Internship with Halftime Promotions at Marietta College | Antwon Johnson |
| J | Sport Management | Internship with the Wheeling Nailers | Elizabeth Schnegg |
| 95 | Sport Management | Pioneering Success: A Strategic Marketing Plan for Marietta College Football | Ashley Laing |
| 48 | Sport Management | Back on the Field: Restoring Women's Field Hockey at Marietta College | Madison Noschese |
| 73 | Sport Management | From Classroom to Courtside: Leveraging Education, Experiences, and Initiative to Earn High Level Internships | Kodi Brenner |
| 74 | Sport Management | Enhancing Social Media Engagement for Marietta College Golf Team | Taylor Airy |
| 44 | Sport Management | A New Serve: Bringing Men’s Volleyball to Marietta College | Harleigh Hanks |
| 75 | Sport Management | Assessing Player Efficiency in the 2024/25 OAC Women's Basketball Season Using Win Score | Allyson Grake |
| 76 | Sport Management | Analyzing Attendance Trends in Marietta College Women's Basketball: Insights and Strategies for Growth | Chance Ryan |
| K | Sport Management | Marietta College Me's and Women's Basketball Halftime Sponsorship SMGT Internship | Tatum McNeal |
| L | Sport Management | Marietta College Mens and Women's Basketball Halftime Show Sports Management Internship | Madelyn Call |
| O | Sport Management | Marietta College Men/Women's Basketball Halftime Promotions | LeVante Hodges |
| P | Sport Management | Internship with The Wheeling Nailers | Emily Grant |
| Q | Marketing | Digital Media Specialist Intern for Marietta College | Isaiah Mitchell |
| R | Management | Internship with Marietta College Human Resource Department | Sophia Murray |
| S | Sport Management | Internship with Boca Raton Bowl | CJ Wilt |
| 93 | Sport Management | Community Day Makeover | Frank Waganfeald |
| 91 | Dance Minor | West Virginia Dance Festival | Lais Gabriela Flores, Evie Gravlin, Brendon Thompson, Rose Wardlow |