Graduate Student Work
A collection of Graduate Student Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
Theses/Dissertations from 2013
A graduate recital in voice, Kelley Elizabeth Raymon Thesis (UNI Access Only)
A description of swing parameters and their relationship to in game batting performance in Division I softball players, Cassandra Reilly-Boccia Thesis (UNI Access Only) 2015 Award
Young Adult Memoir Dealing with Alcohol, Abuse, Infidelity, Violence and Poverty, Kelly Reinhold Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Using virtual worlds in medical and health education, Amy J. Renze Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The State of the “Gen Y” Estate: An Examination of Leadership Traits Necessary for Nonprofit Organizations to Secure the Millenial Generation as Loyal Donors and Employees, Duff Ridgeway Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Early Childhood Library Resources and Support, Lisa Catherine Riese Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Examining the benefits of technology in training, Nelson Rokke Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Portrayal of Characters with Disabilities within K-6 Fictional Literature, Katie Roling Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Vocabulary acquisition in kindergarten for English language learners: Ventriglia's Rule of 3, or Marzano's Six Steps to Effective Vocabulary Instruction?, Danielle Marie Rose Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Implications of Quiet Eye Training on Sport Performance, Jeffrey H. Rose Jr. Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Integrative and Holistic Global Higher Education : An Investigation of Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services as a Model Service Learning Program, Bin Ruan Open Access Dissertation
Volunteer Satisfaction: An Examination of the Pertinent Literature About Volunteer Satisfaction and a Nonprofit Organization, Ginger J. Sakas Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Where loyalties lie: A study of workplace dissent through the lens of loyalty, Katelyn L. Santy Open Access Thesis 2014 Award
Factors That Influence Superintendents in Iowa to Implement a One-To-One Computer Initiative, Gerald Eugene Schnabel Open Access Dissertation
Effects of isolated work environments on software engineering metrics collection, Christian A. Schreiner Thesis (UNI Access Only)
An analysis of the effect of a 21st-century-designed middle school on student achievement, Gary David Schwartz Open Access Dissertation
101 books for youth that feature hunters & hunting, Leann Seddon Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A Midwestern culture of civility: Student activism at the University of Northern Iowa during the Maucker years (1967-1970), Christopher J. Shackelford Open Access Thesis
Long-term, low-dose exposure of people residing in arsenic affected areas of Iowa: A cross-sectional analytical study, Junu Shrestha Open Access Thesis
Integrated curriculum in the elementary classroom, Katherine Decker Simpson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
From saeter to sod: Single women homesteaders of Norwegian descent farming their land in Dakota territory, 1862-1929, Sara Marie Skindelien Open Access Thesis
An investigation on how operational wind turbines are used in secondary classrooms, James Smith Open Access Thesis
Effect of limb circumference on intramuscular cooling during and following an ice bag application after exercise, Marcus A. Sojka Open Access Thesis
Playing by new rules: board games and America's cold war culture, 1945-1965, Matthew John Sprengeler Open Access Thesis
Scheduled library visits and reading achievement, David Stanfield Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Improving 21st century literacy skills and student engagement by integrating digital storytelling across the curriculum, Sandra J. Steinfadt Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Positive Effects of Physical Activity on Behavior in Individuals with Intellectual and Adaptive Disorders, Tara Stemsrud Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Cross-cultural comparison and contrast of Americans' and Bulgarians' understanding of forgiveness, Desislava Sevdalinova Stoycheva Thesis (UNI Access Only)
"The most deadly spot on the face of the earth": The United States and antimodern images of "Darkest Africa" 1880-1910, Melinda Stump Open Access Thesis
Is higher education the key to unlock the door of fortune? A study of students' occupational aspirations, Daiyue Sun Open Access Thesis
Bending rules and breaking hearts: The Postville raid and its constitutional shortcomings, RaeAnn Swanson Open Access Graduate Student Work
Evaluating the effects of increasing mathematics graduation requirements: A survey of the effects of state policy change in Illinois, Corey Tafoya Open Access Dissertation
Teachers' perceptions of professional development for the use of interactive white boards in Turkey, Erkan Taskin Open Access Dissertation
Queering the coming out narrative, Sarah Jean Taylor Thesis (UNI Access Only)
Student, Teacher and Parent Perceptions of the Role Accelerated Reader Plays in Elementary Students' Reading Motivation, Jannette Thrane Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A review of a school psychologist's roles in the implementation of an RTI system, Leigh Ann Thul Open Access Thesis
Successful Leadership and Communication Within a Company, Ésaïe Toïngar Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Understanding the critical role of a wetland in maintaining the ecosystem: A case study, Sushil Tuladhar Open Access Thesis
Designing Elementary Engineering Education From the Perspective of the Child, Beth Dykstra Van Meeteren Open Access Dissertation
A master's recital in double bass, Dmitriy Vasilistov Thesis (UNI Access Only)
A comparative analysis of leisure and tourism in China and in the USA, Xin Wang Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Comparing second grade students' creative and content knowledge performance on figural transformation activities introduced in a standard or enhanced manner with nutrition content knowledge taught through factual or fantasy reading, Angela Naomi Webb Open Access Thesis
Voice of the voiceless: The effects of labeling children in public schools, Mike T. Wells Dissertation (UNI Access Only)
A need for motivation : increasing engagement to bolster success, Libbie M. Willert Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Behind the mask: An analysis of women's perceptions and rationale toward the purchase and use of anti-aging products, Clair Maureen Williams Open Access Thesis
Habitat usage, movement patterns, and home range size of wood turtles (Glyptemys insculpta) in a suburban habitat, Jessica Williams Thesis (UNI Access Only)
The design and evaluation of a small size wind-solar hybrid power system, Bekir Zihni Yuksek Dissertation (UNI Access Only)
Effects of anger and impulsive traits on non-suicidal self-injury, Ashley S. Zellhoefer Thesis (UNI Access Only)
Facilitating transfer for adult learners through cross-cultural e-learning, Min Zhang Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Comparing sixth grade students' creativity in word play to spatial construction with integrated academic content eliciting a distal or proximal perspective, Ksenia S. Zhbanova Open Access Thesis
An Examination of the Criteria for the Iowa Children's Choice Award List, Jessica Zimmerman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Submissions from 2012
Understanding and meeting the needs of the millennials in the classroom: A literature review, Amanda Alexander Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Robotic Manufacturing Cell: An Analysis of Variables Affecting Performance, Elvis Alicic Open Access Thesis
The Integration of Wind Energy in the Electrical Grid During the Contingencies, Islam Ali Open Access Thesis
Incorporating the Delphi Technique to investigate renewable energy technology transfer in Saudi Arabia, Nasir K. Al-Otaibi Open Access Dissertation
Modeling and Analysis of Grid-Connected Solar-Wind Hybrid Power System, Sultan Altamimi Open Access Thesis
A Novel Method of Studying Ion Formation and Fragmentation Using a Modified Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometer, David S. Ames Open Access Thesis
Best practices of Individual Family Service Plans and analyses regarding quality outcomes, Ashley M. Andrew Open Access Thesis
Development of a modular dual engine hybrid electric vehicle simulation model, Kenan Baltaci Open Access Dissertation 2005 Award
Implementing a family involvement project in early childhood classrooms, Elizabeth Barrett Open Access Graduate Research Paper
“Where the Blazed Trail Crosses the Boulevard”: Gear, Fashion, and Outfitting in Early Recreational Wilderness Camping, 1880-1920, Brian Beauvais Open Access Thesis
Teens Read book trailers, Jill Besler Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Teachers' perceptions of skills needed for children's entry into kindergarten, Jessica Blohm Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Nature of Science: Curriculum Unit for the 6th Grade Classroom, Reagan Denise Boeset Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Graduate Recital in Viola, Mariia Bogodist Open Access Thesis
Early Algona: A digital story, Kathy Bottaro Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Before Words, There Were Leaves: A Collection of Poems, Jason Bradford Open Access Thesis
Más profundo en El laberinto del fauno: Un análisis de las funciones históricas y contemporáneas de cuentos de hadas, Catherine M. Brix-Trogdon Open Access Thesis
The Relationship Between Absolute Strength, Relative Strength and Body Mass on Depth Jump Performance in Females, Erin Lynn Brocka Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Leadership of identified gifted compared to high-potential students studying Iowa's natural history, Katie E. Broeg Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Lecture capture technology : does it make a difference on college student achievement?, Debra S. Bruxvoort Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Bullying Policies in Iowa Schools, Terri A. Buettell Open Access Thesis
A Wave Frozen in Bone and Flesh, Tiffany L. Bullen Open Access Thesis
Parental perspective on technology integration in PK-2 in a rural community school, Stephanie L. Callan Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Outcomes and Attitudes of Service-Learning Gained Through Participation in Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services, Ashley Cayford Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Developing a Stem Education for Rural Elementary Students, Lisa J. Chizek Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Destination attractiveness of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area, Puyong Choi Open Access Dissertation 2007 Award
Gender Differences in Maximal Aerobic Capacity in Trained Junior Triathletes, Carson Elliott Christen Open Access Thesis
An Investigation on In-Process SPC Sampling Frequency for Shaft Bearing Turning Process, Jiaxu Chu Open Access Thesis
Managing the Economic Crisis in the Nonprofit Sector, Amy Ranae Costliow Open Access Thesis
The Relationship Between Down’s Syndrome and Dementia, Allison Brooke Cutsforth Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The influence of digital communication on young adult contemporary fiction, Melissa J. Dagel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
School Wellness Policies, Impacts, and Challenges, Shenay Tekin Damirgi Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Program Design Considerations for a 8-Week After-School Program Focused on Social and Personal Development and Physical Fitness, Lawrence Daniel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
An Assessment of the Service Quality of the Camp Adventure College Staff Development Program, Audrey Jean Daniels Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Correlation between Science Process Skills Proficiency in Pre-service Elementary Teachers and Academic Achievement, Laura Witt Dawson Open Access Thesis
Intensive mentoring : stimulators of and barriers to coaching, spiritual guiding and discipling relationships, David Alan De Jong Open Access Dissertation
The Impact of Worksite Wellness Programs on Employee Productivity, Kacie K. Dielschneider Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A qualitative study of new secondary teacher attrition in an Iowa urban school setting, James E. Dostal Open Access Dissertation
Case study on the journey of an elementary school labeled as a Persistently Low-Achieving School, Annette Duncan Open Access Dissertation 2006 Award
Coolant fluid in a turning operation: Soybean coolant fluid in different concentrations versus petroleum coolant fluid, Mary Esther Eckman Open Access Thesis
Comparing middle school students' learning and attitudes in face-to-face and online mathematics lessons, Clayton M. Edwards Open Access Dissertation 2014 Award
Effective professional development and social media technologies' potential for enhancement, Jami J. Elliott Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Nationwide Efforts to Improve the Health of Children With Childhood Obesity, Ebony Ellis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Limited assessment of a selected particulate matter sensor technology in emission measurement applications on diesel vehicles, Svetlana Korotkova Espinosa Open Access Dissertation
Examining the Differences in the Function of Imagery Used Between Starters and Non-starters on a Collegiate Football Team, Reid Christopher Evans Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Family Planning and Contraceptives: Benefits, Risks and Recommendations, Noha Noor Fadlalddin Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Professional development for the library para educator: Developing a guide to answer questions about school libraries in the 21st century, Tifini Foglesong Open Access Graduate Research Paper
A case study of one Iowa female elementary school principal's journey into administration, Angela J. Fowler Open Access Thesis
Misconceptions in Science Education, Angela Francis Open Access Graduate Research Paper
