Category: College of Arts & Sciences
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The Moderating Effect of Self-Blame on the Relationship Between Social Reactions and Depression in Female Stalking Survivors
By Isabella Wilson Faculty Mentor: Dr. Laura Wilson Abstract Stalking is defined by repeated behaviors directed towards an individual that are intrusive and unwanted. About 1 in 3 women report being stalked in their lifetime, making it an important topic to study. The study aimed to investigate the moderating effect of self-blame on the relationship…
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Mapping Black Property Ownership in Fredericksburg Through the 20th Century
By Natalie Lee Faculty Mentor: Dr. Stephen Hanna Abstract In this presentation, I will be sharing my GIS Certificate Capstone Project, which focuses on mapping Black property ownership change throughout the 20th century in Fredericksburg, VA. This project was completed by digitizing tax records and census data from the 1930s, 1960s, and 1990s, and mapping…
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Racial Covenants in Neighborhood Subdivisions in Fredericksburg, Virginia
By Natalie Lee, Brendan O’Connell Faculty Mentor: Dr. Krystyn Moon Abstract This research analyzes the history of racial covenants within neighborhoods in Fredericksburg, Virginia during the early-to-mid-1900s. With this information, I will discuss the phenomenon of racial restrictions, the background of specific subdivisions, as well as how this practice impacted African Americans.
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Quantification of the Concentrations of Iron and Copper in Local Indoor Pools using Inductively Coupled Plasma-Atomic Emission Spectroscopy
By Ned Gable, Clara LaMoy, Sophia Redmond, Franco Trujillo Faculty Mentor: Dr. Sarah Smith Abstract Transition metals like iron (Fe) and copper (Cu) are detrimental to the functionality of pool equipment such as pumps, filters, and pipelines by clogging and corroding the equipment,leading to costly repairs. The concentrations of Fe and Cu in local indoor…
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Determining the Concentration of B Vitamins in Nutritional Yeast by UV-VIS
By Kiara Clark, Cameron Hyatt, Kaylee Knox Faculty Mentor: Dr. Sarah Smith Abstract B vitamins play an essential role within the human body, as they support major cells and energy production. Both vitamins B2 and B6 are commonly found in animal-based products such as meat, fish, and dairy, which may result in deficiencies for individuals…
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Determining the Concentration of Trace Metals in Caffeinated Beverages by ICP-AES
By Lily Gruss, James O’Donoghue, Maya Schram Faculty Mentor: Dr. Sarah Smith Abstract A myriad of different caffeinated beverages are advertised and readily available to consumers. Previous research has identified the presence of elevated levels of metals unsafe for consumption in many of these beverages, energy drinks in particularly. We aim to analyze concentrations of…
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Spatio-Temporal and bioaccumulation analysis of trace metal concentrations within sediment and dagger blade grass shrimp in Chincoteague Bay, USA
By Katie Burbridge Faculty Mentor: Dr. Ben Kisila Abstract Aquatic environments endure continual threat by anthropogenic influence as global population and development increases. Industrial activities, agricultural expansion and urbanization exacerbates the transfer of sediments and associated contaminants, including trace metals, to aquatic ecosystems leading to potential bioaccumulation of toxic elements in both wildlife and human…
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Studying Fluid Velocity Through Geometric Structures Using OpenFOAM
By Austin Moore Faculty Mentor: Desmond Villalba Abstract As the demand for sustainable energy sources grows, significant efforts are directed toward optimizing existing renewable energy technologies. This goal forms the foundation of my research, the focus of which is to study the design of geometric wind tunnels and the arrangement of various shapes to enhance…
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Theological Rituals of Death: An Archaeological Case Study of a Thirteenth Century Christian Burial Site
By Makayla Bowman Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Barry Abstract The focus of this project is a case study analysis of the death-related rituals evident through archaeological remains of a thirteenth-century Spanish burial site. This research is significant because the site lacks literary records; thus, one must rely on material culture and physical evidence to piece…
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Pilot Environmental Justice Project
By Lily Hoffman, Audrey Turner Faculty Mentor: Melanie Szulczewski Abstract Environmental injustice is when poor or marginalized communities are negatively impacted by hazardous waste, resource extraction, and land use that they don’t benefit from. Legacy pollution of heavy metals may exist in soils in a way that disproportionately affects areas with certain socioeconomic factors. Human…
