Graduate Student Work
A collection of Graduate Student Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
Theses/Dissertations from 2013
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)
Science Teaching Methods That Work With At-Risk Students in an Urban Setting, Devin Bryce Yeoman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
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
The Effects of Interpersonal Violent Imagery Upon Short Term Memory Recall, Stacilyn Chananie-Hill Open Access Thesis
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
A Master of Music Recital in Flute, Abi Coffer Open Access Thesis
A QCM-Adhering Bacillus anthracis Soil Phage Assemblage Is Less Diverse Than a Total B. anthracis Soil Phage Assemblage, Gabriel David Connell 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
The Colonization and Conservation Genetics of the Rainbow Darter, Etheostoma caeruleum, in Northeast Iowa, Dane Jonathan Davis Open Access Thesis
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
The Sexual Socialization of Sexual Offenders: How They Learn About Sexuality and How It Influences Their Future Behaviors, Erin Nicole Ditscheit Open Access Thesis
A qualitative study of new secondary teacher attrition in an Iowa urban school setting, James E. Dostal Open Access Dissertation
In a Complex Plane, Todd Dralle Open Access Thesis
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
Supporting English language learners in today's early childhood classrooms, Katie Furlong Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Producing early modern space and the mind in public and closet drama, Megan M. Gallagher Open Access Thesis 2013 Award
A Master of Music Recital in Violin, Michaela Lauren Gansen Open Access Thesis
The Effects of Goal-Setting on Performance in an Industrial Painter Training Program, Bradley Gerber Open Access Thesis
Multicultural picture books: Windows and mirrors, Dawn M. Goodale Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Space, History and Law: Rethinking Canadian Territorial Claims in the Arctic, Michael Graham Open Access Thesis
Predicting Reflective Reactions to Rejection Using the Multimodal Model of Rejection, Abigail Leigh Harris Open Access Thesis
A Graduate Recital in Voice, Lauren Elizabeth Hartman Open Access Thesis
Emphasizing Project Based Curriculum in Principles of Engineering - A Project Lead the Way Course, Pamela Rae Baier Hartman Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Implementing electronic storybooks and the effects on reading achievement at the elementary level, Chelsey Heidemann Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Literacy, Autism, and Inclusion, Bridgett L. Hodges Open Access Thesis
A Storybook for Children with Celiac Disease, Heather A. Hope Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Baseball in the heartland: Semi-pro baseball survives in Iowa, Todd Michael Hospodarsky Open Access Thesis 2004 Award
Instructional coaching : a look at teaching practices and impact on student achievement, Sharon Sue Ingebrand Open Access Dissertation
Assistive technology for students with disabilities: Resources and challenges encountered by teachers, Dawn LaRae Jacobsen Open Access Dissertation
Asking school psychologists how job satisfaction can be increased, Justin S. Janssen Open Access Thesis
Fifth graders' discussions of graphic novels facilitated by de Bono Thinking Skills, Kimberly Ann Jennings Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Identifying U.S. First Ladies Involved with Child and Youth Serving Organizations, Greta A. Johnson Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Access versus circulation for kindergarten students, Linda Johnson Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Strategic communication in women's rights organizations: Tools, challenges and best practices, Anastasia Kalinina Open Access Thesis 2013 Award
The inverted classroom : a literature review, Jennie Kies Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Being in the world : an existential inquiry of knowing one's self through a personal project : in the context of dissertation survival, Tomoe Kitajima Open Access Dissertation
Comparing fossil instruction with and without analogy use for gifted middle-school students, Tabatha J. Klopp Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Concept-Based Picture Books for Mathematics, Miranda E. Kral Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Aftermath of Deployment on Military Soldiers, Families and Children, Keri Lee Kulish Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Digital storytelling : building 21st century literacy skills in the secondary classroom, William P. Lammers Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The role of the school principal in technology integration : a literature review, Lance Lennon Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Exploring new roles of classroom teachers in Iowa communities experiencing rapid ethnic diversification, Cindy R. Lewis Open Access Dissertation 2010 Award
Comparing Freshmen and Transfer Student-Athletes to Returning Student Athletes on Stress, Social Support, Anxiety, and Injury Risk, Emily Link Open Access Thesis
Perceptions of the Motivational Climate, Athletic Identity, and Sport Ethic in Relation to Athletic Injury, Katie Lynn Luzum Open Access Thesis
The design and evaluation of Wireless Sensor Networks for applications in industrial locations, Hameed Madwar Open Access Dissertation 2002 Award
Building 21st century business skills in high school business classrooms using digital games and simulations, Stacy Marcus Open Access Graduate Research Paper
