GU Scholars' Showcase 2022: Full Schedule

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Albert Huff Senior Exhibit

Albert Huff is pleased to present his senior exhibition/show in the Constance Gallery, Helene Center for the Visual Arts. The show opening/reception was held Tuesday, April 12th and the exhibition will be up through April 22nd. Please come by to view the show!

Presenters

Albert Huff

Karen Gergely

Associate Professor of Art, Graceland University

Bilawal Khoso

Assistant Professor of Art, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 TBA
Constance Gallery - Helene Center

Senior Exhibit

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Dominae Ponds Senior Exhibit

Dominae Ponds Senior Exhibition Constance Gallery in the Helen Center for the Visual Arts. Exhibition runs from from April 11-12. Please stop by to see the show.

Presenters

Dominae Ponds

I am a senior here at GU, majoring in Graphic Design. I am a multidisciplinary artist and I like viewing my work through your eyes.

Karen Gergely

Associate Professor of Art, Graceland University

Bilawal Khoso

Assistant Professor of Art, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 TBA
Constance Gallery - Helene Center

Senior Exhibit

TBA

Kelly Nouse Senior Exhibit

Kelly Nouse Senior Exhibition Constance Gallery in the Helene Center for the Visual Arts. Exhibition runs from April 11-22. Please stop in to see the show.

Presenters

Kelly Nouse

Kelly Nouse is a Senior here at Graceland University. Her show is focused around logo designs for mockup companies.

Karen Gergely

Associate Professor of Art, Graceland University

Bilawal Khoso

Assistant Professor of Art, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 TBA
Constance Gallery - Helene Center

Senior Exhibit

9:00am CDT

Benefits of Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) Supplementation In Males Who Perform Resistance Training Exercises

This research is to assess and analyze the benefits that can be seen in males who perform resistance training exercises when supplementing Ashwagandha. Methods: A literature review was performed utilizing specific search titles with inclusion criteria throughout the studies. Results: The evidence suggests that Ashwagandha can contribute to an increase in testosterone levels which can help play a vital role in strength, power, and overall lean body mass in males who perform resistance training exercises. Conclusion: The combination of Ashwagandha supplementation with resistance exercise may improve aspects of strength, power, and body composition in males.

Presenters

Dylan Shaffer

My name is Dylan Shaffer and I am from Osage City, Kansas. I am a sophomore majoring in Allied Health at Graceland University with interest in PA school after graduation.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Benefits of dairy on effective recovery and exercise performance in athletes

Presenters

Vedrana Radosavlijevic

My name is Vedrana Radosavljevic, born and raised in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Student athlete playing basketball, finishing my senior year majoring in Health and Movement Science, minoring in Psychology. After graduation planning to perused my career in Functional genomics... Read More →

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Benefits of Vitamin D Supplementation on Soccer Players

Research that demonstrates consequences related to the current worldwide deficiency of vitamin D among athlete performance are limited. Literature examining sufficient level of vitamin D benefits on the human body do not give clear results about its results on performance. The goal of this review is to determine the effects of vitamin D supplementation among soccer players, examining their physical performance and recovery process. A review was completed on existing research searching specific terms while including and excluding certain factors. It is demonstrated that sufficient level of vitamin D directly affects the ability for soccer players to generate muscle force, increase respiratory response, maintain bone health, and improve recovery time. Vitamin D supplementation in soccer players suffering from a deficiency should be used as an ergogenic way to achieve maximal performance.

Presenters

Shanie Marion

Junior student at Graceland University majoring in Allied Health concentration Human and Sport Performance with a minor in Psychology. Member of the women's soccer team.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Drug Marketing & Costs in the U.S.

My project is on drug marketing and costs in the United States. It explores why costs are so high in the United States and makes comparisons with other countries.

Presenters

Zachary Lattimer

I am from Elkhart, Indiana and will be graduating this spring. After graduation I will be moving home to work for my family's business.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

eating disorders vs. disordered eating

Presenters

Morgan Zabel

I am a senior Allied Health major and am doing this for my sports nutrition class.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Factors Impacting Formula One Sponsorship Revenue

The goal of this project is to analyze and identify factors that affect the amount of sponsorship revenue that formula 1 teams receive. By observing 5 independent variables and looking at their significance in relation to the dependent variable (sponsorship revenue) the research attempts to determine whether or not those chosen variables impact sponsorship revenue streams for teams.

Presenters

Yohanes Woldeselassie

I am a senior from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia currently majoring in Computer Science, Economics, and pursuing a master‚Äôs degree in data science. Some of my Graceland involvements include the Ackerley Scholars Program, Investment Club, and working as an Economics tutor.

Dr. Rob Poulton

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Factors That Affect a Football Player's Market Value in a Single Season

Examining factors within a football season around the world that affect the change in a player's market value at the end of that year. Nine independent values were tested. The study was concluded with the findings stating that only age came out significant. The main reason of this conclusion was the significance of age dominated and eliminated other variables significance.

Presenters

Bora Apak

I am a Senior who will be graduating with a Double Major degree in Business and Economics with a minor in Cinema Studies. I am from Istanbul, Turkey. My partner Rodrigo and I have decided to share our experiences in our countries' economic situations so our peers can also benefit... Read More →

Dr. Rob Poulton

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Ketogenic Dieting For Males Age 18-22 focusing on weight loss

I will be presenting information on a Ketogenic Dieting For Males Age 18-22 focusing on weight loss

Presenters

Zach Biedinger

I am a second year student here at GU and I am a Health and Movement Science Major with a Coaching Minor. I’m from San Antonio, Texas and play basketball here at Graceland.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Optimized Nutrition and Supplementation for Competitive Middle-Distance Runners

Objective: Analyze optimum nutrition for elite and sub elite middle-distance runners performing in events from 800 meters to 3 kilometers. As well as nutrition, legal ergogenic aids are also reviewed for safety and efficiency. Methods: A literature review using a search of macronutrient information and select ergogenic aids. Results: In this literature review, high carbohydrate diets with moderate amounts of fats and proteins are recommended for meeting athletes nutritional needs. For ergogenic aids, sodium bicarbonate, caffeine, and capsaicin are safe and apparently effective at lower levels of fitness. Hydration also plays a key role in performance, and dehydration can play a more negative role than any positive role an aid can. One common aid that has no endurance performance effect is sodium phosphate. It should be noted that some of the listed ergogenic aids do not have quality research on higher level endurance athletes. Keywords: nutrition, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, hydration, minerals, vitamins, sodium bicarbonate, caffeine, capsaicin, sodium phosphate, performance, middle-distance, endurance

Presenters

James Estey

I am a senior at Graceland University. I am currently getting my Allied Health degree, along with a minor in psychology and coaching. I am on the Cross Country and Track teams as well.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Performance Impacts of Plant vs. Animal Proteins

Presenting a poster involved with Sports Nutrition class lead by Dr. James. The poster includes the topic of "Performance Impacts of Plant and Animal Proteins"

Presenters

Eli Martin

Senior from Independence Mo, studying Allied Health with a minor in Psychology.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Poster Presentation

There is some availability of literature on the properties of anti-inflammatory foods and implementation of foods to reduce muscle damage in diet, but not comparing multiple foods. This review examines research from different foods. The review also compares multiple studies done on specific foods, directly examining and comparing efficacy regarding anti-inflammatory properties and pain reduction, following exercise induced muscle damage. A review was performed using key word searches such as “exercise induced muscle damage,” which supported the narrowing down of results. Dark fruits, including cherries, pomegranates, blue berries, as well as omega-3’s, and fish oils, were the main foods found from these search results. These foods all show promising implications in the reduction of muscle soreness and inflammation following exercise induced muscle damage, suggesting their ability to act as another clinical modality.

Presenters

Ethan Balogh

My name is Ethan Balogh, I am a Allied Health, Psychology double major graduating in the spring of 2023. I currently play baseball at Graceland University and following my graduation plan to continue my education attending graduate school to obtain my DPT.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Poster Presentation

The purpose of this paper is to recognize and discover the prevalence of male athletes with eating disorders and disordered eating. Research on this topic was extremely hard to find because the topic is so under-discussed. It is important that male athletes feel supported and able to share their experiences with the world and fellow athletes. Studies have shared graphs, percentages, and the use of real, elite athletes to determine if they are aware of the symptoms of an eating disorder. Future research is the biggest factor in this topic. Every day there is a new diet or unhealthy way to better body figure. Today’s world allows so much pressure to be extracted onto athletes based on their body build and how they should look for their sport. Studies found that males are very well able to develop an eating disorder and that it isn’t uncommon or less important than it is in female athletes. Research is still being done to find how male athletes develop eating disorders and how they can be recognized at an early stage.

Presenters

Brianna Richardson

I am a Freshman and Women’s Basketball player at Graceland University. After college, I plan to attend Med School to become a Sports Medicine Doctor and one day own my very own practice.

Dr. James Geiselman

Assistant Professor of Allied Health, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Stuck between borders: "Chicano/Chicana": Misconceptions, Stereotypes and Identity differences between Mexican American Families

With this project I want to break down stereotypes/misconceptions on Mexican American Culture. I also would like to show that we are all not the same by interviewing two families that identify with this community but don't follow the society standers.

Presenters

Santina Hernandez

Hi, my name is Santina Hernandez. I'm a double-major in Sociology and Hispanic Studies and a minor in Psychology. I will be graduating in May 2022 and after will be attending the University of Kansas to earn my master's degree in social welfare.

Dr. Gustavo Costa

Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

What Factors Affect Major League Baseball Attendance?

This study compares the dependent variables of real median personal income in the U.S., number of games played or pitched, average length of games in minutes, and National Hockey League attendance in relation to how they affect major league baseball attendance. Through the use of regression analysis, I found that the real median personal income in the U.S., number of games played or pitched, and the average length of a game in minutes were significant variables.

Presenters

Megan Janok

Hi, my name is Megan Janok. I am a senior originally from Raleigh, North Carolina. I am a triple major in accounting, business administration, and economics set to graduate this spring. I found this topic to be interesting after spending last summer working for an independent distributor... Read More →

Dr. Rob Poulton

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

What Factors Affect MLB Starting Pitcher Salaries?

This project explored the specific stats that impact the amount of money MLB starting pitchers earn in free agency. The variables tested were taken from the season before the contract was signed. ERA, wins, K/9, BB/9, IP, WHIP, HR/9, and career ERA were all examined. After running regression analysis, it was determined that 4 of the 9 variables were significant at a 95% confidence level, and that 83% of the variation in salary can be determined by the data.

Presenters

Peyton Anderson

Peyton Anderson is a senior from Lee's Summit, Missouri. He is majoring in Economics, with minors in Data Science, Sport Management, and Business Administration. He is the current Graceland Student Government President, and hopes to work in baseball after graduating.

Dr. Rob Poulton

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Poster Presentation I

9:00am CDT

Re-creation of Resch Computer Lab in Unreal Engine 4

The goal of this project is to give an accurate representation of the Resch Science & Technology Hall’s computer lab in a videogame environment that is built in Unreal Engine 4. Players can walk around in the environment and interact with certain objects and assets.

Presenters

Jace Elliott

Jace Elliott is a senior majoring in Computer Science and Information Technology, with a minor in Communications and Cinema Studies. He's an Ackerley Scholar and COSA Boards Member that plans to graduate this May.

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Shaw Center Lobby

Table Top Demonstration

10:00am CDT

Keynote Address - Sue Bevington, Microsoft

Sue Bevington is the Human Resources Director for Sales and Marketing at Microsoft, focusing on building capability and empowering an organization of over 50,000 employees globally. Bevington graduated from Graceland in 1989, earning a B.A. in Psychology and Business Administration with a minor in French, as well as an M.A. in Management and Organizations from the University of Iowa.

Presenters

Sue Bevington

Director of Human Resources for Marketing and Sales, Microsoft

Thursday April 14, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Shaw Center Auditorium

Keynote Address

11:30am CDT

A biography of Charlotte Perkins Gilman

A biography of Charlotte Perkins Gilman, a writer at the turn of the century. This includes details of her life and relationships, struggles with mental wellness, and legacy as a feminist icon following her death as well as an overview of her literary works and their advocacy for radical ideals of women's rights and feminism and prejudiced beliefs of white supremacy and eugenics.

Presenters

Clara Cleland-Leighton

Clara is a senior majoring in history and minoring in art. Throughout her time at Graceland she‚Äôs been involved in the theatre program both acting and working with the costume department.

Dr. Steve Glazer

Professor of History, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Briggs Hall 100

Oral Presentation

11:30am CDT

How Data can be used to Evaluate a Baseball Player's Performance

Baseball is a sport that is very popular amongst American sports fans and is often referred to as “America’s favorite pastime.” In the game of baseball, players are valued based on how well they can hit and field the ball, and many different statistical categories have been invented to determine how effective they are in doing so. The goal of this project is to find a way to use those statistics to determine the value of any given player. It will use R to create a model that will be able to predict a player’s ability based on their previous stats, age, and how well similar players have performed in the past.

Presenters

Adam Sherer

Adam Sherer is a senior from Woodbine, Iowa. He is majoring in Computer Science, Data Science, and Math. Adam is the current Academic Student Council President, and is an Ackerley Scholar.

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Resch Hall 106

Oral Presentation

11:30am CDT

Oral Presentation

In a society driven by consumption it is wise to be informed on the products you are purchasing. As the topic of climate change becomes more serious and as the world develops through innovation, science, and technology the demand for environmentally friendly products and services increases. People look to buy more sustainable alternatives when doing their shopping and try their best to live a green lifestyle. Of course, brands have noticed this trend and have worked to capitalize on it. Greenwashing is a phenomenon that many corporations have participated in to gain customers who value environmental products and services. Greenwashing is a marketing ploy brands use to mislead consumers into thinking their products and services are more sustainable than they actually are. This presentation goes into detail on examples of greenwashing, how to spot greenwashing, and how to avoid it.

Presenters

Kayla Mountenay

I am a senior majoring in business administration and sustainability studies. During my time her at Graceland I have been a COSA rep, the HP for Sariah, the project leader of the events team for Enacts, and a member of BSU and community development club. After graduation I plan on... Read More →

Jen Abraham-White

Sustainability Coordinator, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Resch Hall 104

Oral Presentation

11:30am CDT

The Need to Develop a Comprehensive Campus Recreation Program at Graceland University: A Case Study

Graceland does not currently have a comprehensive campus recreation program. ? A comprehensive campus recreation program entails fitness and wellness, outdoor recreation activities, and intramurals.

Presenters

Isaiah Nakoa-Oness

Senior from Hilo, Hawai'i majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, and Sport Management.

Payne Pfeiffer

Currently a senior at Graceland University, majoring in Sport Management and Business Administration.

Noah Jackley

Kansas City native senior at Graceland University studying Sport Management and Business Administration

Brandon Kampshoff

Born in Las Vegas, Nevada. I am a sport management major senior. I have attended Graceland for all 4 years.

Carson Quint

From Unionville, Mo. Senior at Graceland studying Business Administration and Sport Management.

Dr. Donovan Nelson

Associate Professor of Sport Management, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Briggs Hall 107

Oral Presentation

11:30am CDT

The Texas Ranger Social Media Marketing Plan

We will be talking about how we were able to help The Texas Ranger, a small business in New York, and help their social media presence

Presenters

Kai Davis

I am a senior and a house president of Stewart Manor. I'm a business administration, social media market majors and a minor in graphic design

Bora Apak

Harrison Lee

I am 25 my major is business administration I am the SafeWalk/SafeRide coordinator and I am a pastor for a church in Odessa Missouri.

Travis Vaala

Junior, business administration, and a baseball player

Andres Lopez

Born in Caracas, Venezuela, part of the baseball team, senior, majors: Business Administration & Economics

Rachel Buntin

majors in Agricultural Business & Business Administration Minor in Accounting and Member of the Women’s Basketball team

Makenzie Evans

I am a triple major, Ag. Business, Administration business, and Accounting. I am on the rodeo team for Graceland

Joshua Flowers

Communications major interested in social media/ social media marketing, apart of the football team

Dr. Jeff McElroy

Associate Professor of Business, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Zimmerman 201

Oral Presentation

12:00pm CDT

Food Insecurities Presentation

For my presentation I am proposing a call to action in reaching out to the communities who are struggling with food insecurity. I will be looking at this impact through three different Universities: Graceland University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, University of North Texas. I will also detail how my internship has impacted Graceland's Community.

Presenters

Abby Contreras

Abby is a senior with a double major in Sociology & Sustainability was apart of the Women's Track & Field. She will be continuing her studies next year as she pursues her Master's in Sociology as she continues to make a positive impact on her community.

Jen Abraham-White

Sustainability Coordinator, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 104

Oral Presentation

12:00pm CDT

Science & Math Oral Presentation

The Intermural Sports Web App is a dead project that has been picked back up to be used again by the IM Officers to help with their workload. This Web App is designed to help IM's plan and schedule games and tournaments for the campus in an efficient manner. With the ability for the students to view scheduled games easily.

Presenters

Andrew Colyer

Senior at Graceland University will be graduating in April 2023. Andrew is an Ackerley Scholar, Varsity Athlete in Cross Country, and past ACM Club President. He plans to be employed in Kansas City at KSB Dental developing software for dental offices.

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 106

Oral Presentation

12:00pm CDT

The Dairy Cup

Overview of our social media marketing work so far this semester with new owner of The Dairy Cup and their marketing.

Presenters

Rachel Hawley

Senior with majors in Social Media Marketing and Communications and a minor in Graphic Design

Austin Wheeler

Junior with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Sport Management

Mekhi Rodgers

Junior with a major in Social Media Marketing and a minor in Business Administration

Tara Sampson

I am currently a senior here at Graceland University pursuing a degree in Sport Management. I am part of the Track and Field team, as well as the cross-country team manager.

Raphael Salles

Major in Business Administration

Justin Binnicker

Justin Binnicker is a Sport Management, Business Administration, and Social change major at Graceland. Justin has professional experience in the sports industry with teams such as the Kansas City Royals, Sporting Kansas City, and Kansas City Mavericks. At Graceland, Justin is on the... Read More →

Sophia Lopez

My name is Sophia Lopez and I am a senior at Graceland University. I am dual majoring in both English and Business with a minor in Hispanic studies. Due to my family history I have a huge passion for linguistic reform. My grandfather is a first generation American who started his... Read More →

Dr. Jeff McElroy

Associate Professor of Business, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Zimmerman 201

Oral Presentation

12:00pm CDT

Transforming a Student's Learning Through Experiential Opportunities at Graceland University: A Case Study

We have been tasked with the implementation of experiential learning with the current Graceland University learning structure. We look into the addition of the transformation major which would change the overall perception of classroom learning.

Presenters

Jake Taft

Jacob Taft is a senior undergraduate student who is majoring in business administration and sport management.

Winslow Martin

Winslow Martin is a senior undergraduate student who is majoring in both business administration and sport management.

Riley Stevenson

Riley Stevenson is a senior undergraduate student who is majoring in business administration and sport management.

Makenzie Fuller

Makenzie Fuller is a senior undergraduate student who is majoring in sport management and minoring in business administration.

Dr. Donovan Nelson

Associate Professor of Sport Management, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
Briggs Hall 107

Oral Presentation

1:00pm CDT

Adventure Therapy

I will be explaining what adventure therapy is, the results, and progress from this therapy form has proven along with age ranges that people usually seek for this form of therapy. I will also explain some aspects that pertain with the therapy and which states offer this form of therapy, along with certain well known organizations that partner up with National Parks to allow people the chance to be able to resort to adventure therapy if they please.

Presenters

Suzie Guerrero

I'm Suzie Guerrero, I'm from Las Vegas, Nevada. I am also a senior who is majoring in Sustainability Studies with a minor in Psychology.

Jen Abraham-White

Sustainability Coordinator, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Benefit of Reading Intervention Programs in Young Autistic Populations

An evidence based research poster about reading intervention programs and how they benefit young adolescents with Autism.

Presenters

Katelyn Nordal

Hi I'm Katelyn Nordal. I'm a senior from Hemet, California and am majoring in Health and Movement Science. I am on the Graceland University women's soccer team, a peer mentor, and on intramural board. After I graduate, I hope to become a Speech Pathologist.

Dr. Melanie Mason

Assistant Professor of Health & Movement Science, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Home-built 8-Bit Computer

Computing technology has advanced a lot since its early days in the mid to late 1900s, to the point that it has become increasingly difficult to understand how data is actually processed to complete tasks. As a sort of introduction to the basics of how computers operate, I built a barebones breadboard 8-bit computer using chips I sourced myself, capable of reading values from memory and outputting them to a seven segment display.

Presenters

Matt Mangels

I am a junior at Graceland pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology. My main interests in the field include embedded systems, networking, and hardware.

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Kinetic Study of Yeast Alcohol Dehydrogenase

The activity of yeast alcohol dehydrogenase (YADH) from Saccharomyces Cerevisiae was measured under differing pH conditions in the range of 7.5-9.5. Different alcohols were also tested to observe the change in activity. The results demonstrated that YADH had the greatest amount of activity at a pH of 8.5 and had better affinity for NAD+ over ethanol.

Presenters

Caitlin Bucholz

Caitlin is a senior working towards a bachelor of science with honors in biology and chemistry. She also has been a member of the volleyball team the past 4 years. Her goal after GU is to attend medical school.

Dr. Corasi Ortiz

Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Microbial Biodiversity and Abundance Changes Due to COVID-19

Microbes can live on inanimate objects. Anytime humans come in contact with an inanimate object, the microbial diversity and abundance can change. Inanimate objects carry both healthy and unhealthy microbes, therefore, inanimate objects qualify as fomites. Fomites are objects or materials likely to carry unhealthy microbes. When humans accidentally transfer unhealthy and infectious microbes to inanimate objects, there is a potential increase in infectious disease spread. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the cleaning practices of inanimate objects. The purpose of the study is to determine if changes in cleaning practices due to the pandemic will affect the microbial biodiversity and abundance of inanimate surfaces. From previous research done, surfaces selected were divided into personal and public surfaces. Personal surfaces consisted of cellphones and computer keyboards. Public surfaces consisted of doorknobs and light switches. Microbial biodiversity and abundance of the inanimate objects was achieved by swabbing an area of the respective surface, extracting the DNA, and sending them out for sequencing. QIIME and NCBI were the programs used to compare microbiome sequences and determine the taxonomy of the microbes present on the public and private surfaces. More bacteria was found on public surfaces than personal surfaces, perhaps due to consistent disinfection of personal items.

Presenters

Salume Osakue

Salume will be graduating in May 2022. She is double majoring in Biology and Chemistry. Her extracurriculars include being part of Graceland University's Choirs and currently an International club leader. Salume will be getting her master's in Biomedical Sciences this fall and plans... Read More →

Sarasopa Lafitaga

Sopa will be graduating in May 2022. He is majoring in Biology. His extracurriculars include being part of the Polynesian club and participating in College sports such as Men's Volleyball Program. Sopa has received a Dean's list in his Sophomore year as well.

Dr. Mary Shawgo

Associate Professor of Biology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Neuromuscular Conditioning and Injury Prevention for Professional Ballet Dancers

Research study on neuromuscular training and ballet injury prevention. Presentation based on research paper that looks at three journal articles focused on the affects of neuromuscular conditioning and injury prevention programs for professional ballet dancers.

Presenters

Emily Hill

Junior majoring in Allied Health with a concentration in Applied Health Science. My goal is to be a pediatric physical therapist. My hometown is Longview, Washington, and I am a Community of Christ member.

Dr. Melanie Mason

Assistant Professor of Health & Movement Science, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

North American Migratory Birds Choose Stopover Sites Based on Availability of Food, Water, & Shelter

Migratory birds require multiple stopover sites to refuel during migration, but it still remains unknown how they choose certain sites over others. The hypothesis suggests that it is the quality of these sites which attracts birds i.e. adequate food, water, and shelter. Two lakeside locations in Decatur County, Iowa were chosen to observe. Birds were manually surveyed through a fall and spring migration, and the number of individual birds and individual bird species was recorded. Bird sighting data in Decatur County from eBird since 1970 and bird counts from Iowa’s Department of Natural Resources were collected to gather the number of migratory birds in Decatur County and information about other lakeside locations throughout Iowa. Results suggest that lakeside locations surrounded with vegetation are a popular stopover site choice due to them meeting the needs of the migratory birds i.e. adequate food, water, and shelter.

Presenters

Sarah Allen

I am a senior Biology major with a Chemistry minor in the Honors program that has attended Graceland since 2018. I am a member of Shalom house and a member of the Graceland Gadets dance team.

Dr. Jen Poulton

Professor of Biology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Posterior and Anterior Regions of Brown Planarians Regenerate at the Same Rate Under Laboratory Conditions

The mechanism of regeneration of stem cells in humans is still yet not understood in scientific research. Neoblasts are the population of all adult dividing cells in planarians. Planarian regeneration plays a key role in understanding how stem cells and neoblasts can regrow when damaged or lost. Here in this study, regeneration of lost organs were attempted through mechanisms of single amputation to the posterior and anterior regions of the planarians. After amputation, data was collected over six days for thirty days by the process of examining under the microscope. In addition, dependent variables that included environmental factors such as pH, temperature levels, and light exposure were all factors in the regeneration process. Growth of new adult stem cells were successful with these laboratory techniques and factors.

Presenters

Taylor Beane

I am a senior from Stuart, Iowa. I am majoring in Biology with a chemistry and psychology minor. I am a part of the Shalom house, science club and the Graceland softball team. My plans after graduation are to continue on to get my masters in Mental Health.

Mary Kelly

I'm from San Antonio, Texas with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. My interest after my bachelor's degree is to pursue medical school back in Texas to specialize in cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Jen Poulton

Professor of Biology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

Tea Tree Oil (TTO) Can Treat Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria

Staphylococcus aureus is a common infection acquired in hospitals and in the community. S. aureus, Erythromycin resistant S. aureus (ERSA) as well as Salmonella enterica, Ampicillin resistant S. enterica (ARSE) were treated with tea tree oil to determine if tea tree oil is an effective treatment against antibiotic strains of some possible gram positive and gram negative bacteria. Initial effectiveness of treatment was determined using a zone of inhibition assay. The minimum inhibitory concentration was determined using Mueller Hinton agar plate treated with various concentrations of tea tree oil. The average zones of inhibition for ERSA was 17.33 mm and for ARSE 23.33 mm.

Presenters

Keagan Perkins

I'm a fourth-year biochemistry major. While at Graceland I have participated in Cross Country, Cheerleading, and Track and Feild. I plan to pursue Veterinary medicine in the future.

Ashlynn Perkins

I'm a fourth-year biochemistry major. While at Graceland I have participated in Cross Country, Cheerleading, Track and Feild, and Orchestra. I plan to start a data science masters in May.

Dr. Mary Shawgo

Associate Professor of Biology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

The Effect of Math Testing on Self-esteem

I wanted to see if people’s math abilities affect their self-esteem and hypothesized that this would only occur if they actually cared about math. I found that my hypothesis was correct.

Presenters

Santina Hernandez

Dr. Jesse James

Assistant Professor of Psychology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

1:00pm CDT

The Relationship Between Sociological Factors and Knowledge of US History

A United States history quiz was taken in the form of a survey that was followed by questions about different sociological factors such as race, age, gender, education level, etc. The number of college history classes taken was the only variable that effected the score of the quiz.

Presenters

Sydney Sweeden

Sydney Sweeden is a double major in history and sociology who is graduating in spring of 2022.

Dr. Jesse James

Assistant Professor of Psychology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Resch Hall Lobby

Poster Presentation II

2:00pm CDT

Crown Colony Social Media Marketing

Presenters

Morgan Schueler

I am a senior here at Graceland University. I am a Sport Management Major, and I play softball.

Myles Smith

I am a senior My major is Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design

Ashley Elliott

Ashley Elliott is a Theatre and Business Administration major.

Curt Roberts

I'm majoring in Sport Management with a minor in Business Administration and Esports. I'm from Lamoni and love to make memories with friends.

DJ Purnell

I am from Minneapolis, Minnesota. I am a junior and I am on the basketball team but I plan on getting more involved on campus

Jorge Diaz Castilla

Born in Cartagena, Colombia and have been playing baseball since 7 years old. Planning to graduate this April with a dual major on Business and Marketing and a minor in Computer Science

Kyla Apolonio

Student

Caleb Weeks

Currently I am a Junior, I play football and I will the House President for Powell for next year. My majors are Sport Management and Business Administration.

Dr. Jeff McElroy

Associate Professor of Business, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Zimmerman 201

Oral Presentation

2:00pm CDT

Economics of European Football

This presentation will cover how the economics, the business of european football run overall. The presentation will begin with a brief description of the league systems in europe. Revenue and expense streams will be analyzed. finally, the club ownership models will be analyzed, which are public and private owned clubs. Joint ownership model will also be covered.

Presenters

Bora Apak

Dr. Steve Anders

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Briggs Hall 107

Oral Presentation

2:00pm CDT

Science & Math Oral Presentation

The aim of this research project is to see how data analytics impacts the sport of European Football. By analyzing how different football clubs implement data analytics into their management and decision-making process the research will answer the question of, why is data analytics important in modern day football? This research will investigate the how decisions based on analytics impact clubs’ performance both on and off the field. By looking into different critical decision that are made with managing a football club such as transfer market decisions, player development, staff selection, academy management and so on. This research will investigate how the choice to rely on data analytics has impacted clubs’ decision-making process and their overall results and performance as compared to their competition.

Presenters

Yohanes Woldeselassie

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 106

Oral Presentation

2:00pm CDT

Social Interaction Theory and Differences Experienced by Minority Social Identities in Leadership Positions

In this research, through theory analysis, connections are created between types of power studied and the bases of power that exist in all forms of leadership and authority. The main argument produced was that different social identities will experience different outcomes of compliance (“have to”) or acceptance (“want to”) when it comes to interacting with different styles of leadership. It began with a review of the different types of leaders that have been established and continued to explanations on each base of power according to five discerned categories: reward, coercive, legitimate, referent, and expert. The presented case studies pertained to analyzing power dynamics among people and allowed for real-world examples to be plausibly applied to the theories of social interaction discussed prior. Following were the connections drawn from combining the first two topics of leadership type and bases of power and further discussion on the factors that could lead to developing effective leadership. Next, the differences experienced by members of minority social identities were examined, whether compliance and acceptance were observed and produced differently through influence outcomes, and how they were affected by power dynamics. Lastly, it concluded with a summarization of the main points of theory and final arguments for the importance of diversity within positions of power in general and business specifically.

Presenters

Patricia Thomas

Patricia Thomas is a senior from Kansas City, Kansas, in Graceland's Honors Program. Her major is Interdisciplinary Studies combining the three subject areas of chemistry, business, and social science. She has served as the Black Student Union president for the last three years, has... Read More →

Dr. Diana Carmenaty

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 104

Oral Presentation

2:30pm CDT

A Plan to Increase Student Involvement at Graceland University: A Case Study

Increase student attendance at Graceland University sporting events.

Presenters

Tara Sampson

I am currently a senior here at Graceland University pursuing a degree in Sport Management. I am part of the Track and Field team, as well as the cross-country team manager.

Grace Stewart

I am currently a Junior here at Graceland University pursuing a degree in Sport Management and Business Administration. I am part of the Cross Country, Basketball, and Track and Field team.

Jania Vinson

I am in my senior year here at Graceland University pursuing a B.S degree in Sport Management. My interest in working in the sports realm has always been my dream, my hopes are to one day own my sports complex facility for youth sports programming and camp purposes.

Natalie Nedd

Natalie Nedd born in Georgetown Guyana, a part of women’s soccer at Graceland University and the Guyana National team. Double majoring in Sport Management and Social Philosophy.

Morgan Schueler

I am a senior here at Graceland University. I am a Sport Management Major, and I play softball.

Dr. Donovan Nelson

Associate Professor of Sport Management, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Briggs Hall 107

Oral Presentation

2:30pm CDT

Creating the Rural High School Writing Center

This individual presentation looks at how to create a high school writing center based in a small low-income community. It examines the potential of doing this through college tutors in a service-learning program.

Presenters

Molly Sharp

Molly is a senior English Major who has worked in the Writing Center as a tutor for the past 4 years. When she isn't in the writing center, Molly is either in the art studio, or reading anything she can get her hands on.

Dr. Roger Powell

Director of the Writing & Tutoring Center, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Briggs Hall 100

Oral Presentation

2:30pm CDT

Economics and Women, a Look into the Wage Gap and Glass Ceiling

This presentation will look into economic disadvantages towards women. Going in depth on the glass ceiling and wage gap history, along with coverage of women in several disciplines.

Presenters

Dakota Jones

Dakota is a senior majoring in Economics and Sustainability Studies from Adel, IA.

Dr. Steve Anders

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Resch Hall 106

Oral Presentation

2:30pm CDT

Whoop - How Can Technology Impact Daily Performance?

In our presentation, we will look into the insights the Whoop app offers to the user. Whoop is a company that designed a fitness wearable focused on Recovery and the readiness of the body to do strenuous activity. The main purpose of the device is to improve human performance, especially for athletes.
In our presentation, we will explain the unique metrics and advantages the Whoop gives athletes to learn about their body and their ability to push to the limit.

Presenters

Max Schichtel

I am majoring in CSIT and Allied Health. I am interested in Fitness Hard-/ and Software. I want to persue a job in the industry of Fitness Wearables. My majors will base my dream and give me the necessary education to be successful in this field.

Logan Harder

My name is Logan Harder, I am a Math Education major and CSIT minor. I plan on teaching high school math after college and hopefully become a track and cross country coach as well.

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Resch Hall 104

Oral Presentation

3:00pm CDT

Business Opportunity: Bucket City

We are proposing a business opportunity to open a chain of basketball/weightlifting gyms in different cities around the US. This is an emerging industry and currently nothing similar is offered on the market.

Presenters

Hailey Lewis

Hailey is a senior majoring in Business Administration and Economics. She received the Area Contribution Award in Economics as well as the Overall Award in the C.H. Sandage School of Business.

Brooke Vermeer

Brooke is a senior majoring in Business Administration and Economics. She has been on the women's basketball team for 4 years and received the Emil S Liston Award for her accomplishments on and off the court.

Max Pitt

Associate Professor of Business, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 105

Oral Presentation

3:00pm CDT

Pay equity on an international scale in women’s football through the lens of philosophers.

Presentation is about Pay equity on a international scale in women’s football. Through the lens of Aristotle and Karl Marx.

Presenters

Natalie Nedd

Natalie Nedd born in Georgetown Guyana, a part of women’s soccer at Graceland University and the Guyana National team. Double majoring in Sport Management and Social Philosophy.

Dr. Donovan Nelson

Associate Professor of Sport Management, Graceland University

Dr. Diana Carmenaty

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Graceland University

Dr. Steve Glazer

Professor of History, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 104

Oral Presentation

3:00pm CDT

Some Numbers Behind College Basketball

This project will include data analysis of information collected from the 2019-2020 NCAA basketball season. This project includes a linear regression about the attendance of a team’s first home game. Some of the factors being used to determine attendance are the team's average score, if they are in a power five conference, if they were rated in the preseason top 25, the population, and the arena size. This project also includes some machine learning and will feature a classifier that will predict whether a team would win their first home game. The classifier uses some variables such as the team's score in the game, their average score, the percentage of the arena that is filled, and additional variables related to the team they are playing. This project’s goal is to illustrate the relationship between the selected variables and winning and then will show what affects those variables. An example examined in this project is how the percentage of the arena filled affects winning, and then it will show what things affect the attendance amount.

Presenters

Kade Jensen

I am a senior studying CSIT and Economics, I am involved in the ACM club, and I am an Ackerley scholar. I am a board member for the Academic Student Council, as well as a student-athlete.

Dr. Kevin Brunner

Professor of Information Technology, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Resch Hall 106

Oral Presentation

3:00pm CDT

The Effect of Redlining on Economic Development in Kansas City

In the 1930s, the City of Kansas City, Missouri was involved in the discriminatory practice of redlining, a political and economic form of segregation. Though segregation was outlawed in 1964, the strong barriers created by redlining cause severe economic damage to Black communities to this day. Using U.S. Census Bureau data, we will be able to put quantitative value behind what is visible in person. The economic gap within Kansas City is easily visible along Troost Avenue, the redline that has lasted nearly 100 years.

Presenters

Addison Wilson

I am a senior majoring in Economics and International Studies, minoring in Political Science. I am on Agape house, and I participate in Community Development Club, Outdoor Club and I've been a part of Intramurals for four years.

Dr. Steve Anders

Professor of Economics, Graceland University

Thursday April 14, 2022 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Briggs Hall 107

Oral Presentation