Student Work
This collection contains works by undergraduate and graduate students in the Department of Social Work at the University of Northern Iowa.
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Events from 2026
Access to Mental Health Services Throughout the United States Compared to Sweden, Alexanderia Christenson, Grace Upshaw, and Cameron Streeper
Factors Affecting Dating Violence in Adolescence, Madison Darrah Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Fathers' Perspectives on Fatherhood and Resiliency, Lily Buchholz
Feminization Poverty: Comparing the United States and Afghanistan, Molly Cue, Carly Henrickson, Lauren Classen, Swarupa Evans, and Lauren Huston
From Punishment to Public Health: Rethinking Addiction in the U.S and Portugal, Kenna Hall-Hoyt, Sarah Denin, and Shelby Jenkins
Global Issue Project, Kaden Emanuel, Stephanie Aguilar Banuelos, and Walt Kelly
Global Issues Presentation, Analyzing the United States Welfare System, Erin Dietzenbach, Makayla O'Donnell-Heifner, and Kayla Santosa
Global Issues Project and Presentation, Nate VanDyk, Alex Dautremont, Lauren Francois, and Parker Craighton
Missing Children: The Underrepresentation of Youth in Mental Health Data, Sammie McDonald
Racial Discrimination in the United States, Logan Houang, Kendyll Pierce, and Braden Jensen
The Impact of Teacher Burnout on Learning Ability in Elementary Children with ACEs, Kassidy Lake Patterson
The Importance of Education: A Comparison of Educational Systems in the United States and South Sudan, Allie Haughenbury, Faith Defenbaugh, Emma Randecker, Hadley Farrell, and Haylea Tillman
The Multidimensional Impacts of Poverty On Adolescent Outcomes, Klarence Baker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Trafficking Within America in Comparison to India, Joseph Brinkman, Claire Manson, and Abbie Peterson
Women's Access to Education: A Global Perspective, Olivia Clausen, Lillie-Kay Colby, and Ellie-Lynn Colby
Youth Social Media Access: Comparing the U.S. and Australia, Maddie Otto, Alyssa Dieckhoff, Brinley Cleveland, Katie VanDeWoestyne, and Jacey Rugg
Events from 2025
Access to Special Education Support for Rural Areas, Annamarie Mallory, Zayne Smith, and Sam Rohrssen
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Chronic Health Conditions in Black Individuals, Emily K. Etringer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Healthcare Access, Kyla M. Frost Open Access Graduate Research Paper
An Overview of Domestic Violence in Ireland and the United States, Rachel Halbach and Addie Feris
Bereaved Parents and Posttraumatic Growth, Jet Kofoot Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Chad's Climate Crisis, Grace Davison, Meara O'Brien, and River Meyer
Climate Change: Water Pollution in Chad and the Need for Clean Water Intervention, Jake Brock, Adriana Almaraz, and Katie Do
College Student Reflections on Their Aging Selves: A Photovoice Study, Katie Mortenson
Coming Out and Inclusion into Society Based on Queer Individuals, Danny Trip
Crisis Text Line: "An Empathic World Where Nobody Feels Alone", Amy Stoermer
Effects of Group Theraplay on Emotional Regulation and Social Interaction Skills in Children with Emotional and Behavior Disorders, Andrea Hutchison Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Food Insecurity in the Philippines, Hannah Dennis, Kassidy Lake, and Esther Van Horn
Immigration, Almendra Ramirez and Leslie Villagomez
Impacts of Sexual Assault on Mental Health in Adolescents, Nicole Trip Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities as a Risk for Child Maltreatment, Maddie Hawley Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Mental Health Care Access in Afghanistan, Kenzie Keenan, Adalyn Gauck, Drew Gauley, Hannah Ryan, and Shukuru Budederi
Parenting Support Groups Outcomes, Christina Howell Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Police Interactions on Adverse Mental Health Outcomes Within Black Communities, Anessa Smith Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Prison Environment and Conditions Affect Recidivism Rates — Norway and South Africa, Hayes Breitbach, Abby Horstmann, and Gus Beirman
Substance Abuse on Vulnerable United States and Russian Populations, Avery Wuollet, Emyli Sandrock, Mallory Loerts, and Rylyn Murphy
Supporting Intimate Partner Violence Survivors Who Have Experienced Homelessness or Housing Instability, Taylor K. Olberding Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: The Impact of Social Support, Cultural Background, and Early Interventions, Alysha Haaland Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Impact of Human Trafficking, Jenna DiPrima, Eboni Patterson, and Gabriela Meza
The Importance of Domestic Violence Reform in First World Countries, Morgan Klein, Stephanie Hines Meyers, Jasmyne Sauceda, and Ark Van Donslear
Variations to the Traditional Delivery of EMDR, Jonathan Bluemke Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Women’s Rights Across Borders: Challenges and Progress in Afghanistan, India and the United States, Zita Mpinganzima, Taylor Romer, Gracie Richter, and Sydney Hersom
Events from 2024
A Comparative Analysis of Drug Use Policies: A Global Guide to Prevention and Treatment, Elliot Throndson, Lauren Hawker, Patience Kies, and Logan Green
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Alcohol Use in Adulthood, Callie Franzen Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Cognitive Decline, Kallie Bakker Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Adverse Childhood Experiences Increasing the Likelihood of Substance Use Disorder, Kelsey L. Cain Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Breaking the Patterns of Homelessness, Jaylynn Easterly, Yaqueline Trinidad, Mya Snitker, and Araely Hanson
Child Marriage and Child Solider Policies in Democratic Republic of Congo and Niger, Mawlia Meh, Lexie Hauber, Morgan Kline, and Ramiyah Boyed
Global Overconsumption and its Effects on Climate Change, Alex Friedley, Caitlyn Conlee, and Jason Rhinehart
Global Poverty: Comparing the United States and Haiti, Jesika Basurto, Josephine Bergmeier, Destinee Mincks, Kari Wilson, and Tanner Korynta
How Redlining has Led to Food Deserts and the Impacts on Waterloo, Diana Espinoza
Impact of Bullying on Depression in Sexual Minority Adolescents, Ian Neff Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Influence of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Cognitive Functioning in Older Adults, Karlyn Bouska Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Lost Voices: Examining Child Trafficking Across the United States and Haiti, Christi Boswood, Allison Arjes, Joryn Hanson, Kayla Mol, Josie Moreland, and Allison Stewart
Physical Activity and Mental Health Symptoms in Adults, Olivia A. Brecht Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Poverty in Haiti, Julieta Aguilera, Lucinda Gillam, Kady Cody, and Kyah Muleya
Preventing Injuries in Violinists and Violists Through Body Awareness and Appropriate Set-Up, Stephanie Ramos Poster Presentation
Resident Assistant at UNI Housing & Dining, Tyler Werner
Social Media Use and Gender Development Research Assistant, Monica Lewandowski
The Effects of Alcohol Consumption on Cognitive Decline, Ashley Highland Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Impact of Alcohol Use on Dating Violence among Adolescents, Kaygen Kay Deitrick Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Impact of COVID-19 Related Stress on Parenting and Community Engagement in an Iowa Community, Savanna Farley and Danny Trip
The Impact of COVID-19 Related Stress on Parenting and Community Engagement in a Small Iowa Community, Danny Trip and Savanna Farley Open Access Poster Presentation
The Impact of Sexual Assault and the Influence of Leadership within the Military, Holly Rigel Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The Role of Parental Divorce in Childhood on Depression Among Adults, Amy Stoermer Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Women's Rights in Iran, Aubrie Saysirisanh, Asia Hemmer, Katelyn Braga, Bailey Hudson, and Abigail Bonner
World Hunger, Lindsey Schlotfeldt, Kayla Bolsinger, Carson Love, and Kailyn O'Gara
Yoga and Mental Health among Young Adult Women, Coryssa Tucke Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Events from 2023
Foster Parent Adversity and Support, Autumn Stowe and Ellie Rogaczewski
Submissions from 2022
Animal adoption profiles: An application of the human-animal connection, Autumn Stowe Open Access Honors Program Thesis
Behind Closed Doors: A Look Into Gender Violence in the Military, Holly Rigel
Submissions from 2021
Assessing the implicit curriculum in social work education: An examination of the University of Northern Iowa students' experiences, Madison Motz Open Access Honors Program Thesis 2021 Award
Comprehensive List of Mental Health/Wellness Services at UNI, Hannah Nelson
Events from 2020
Iowa Department of Human Services, MacKenzie L. Dallenbach
Submissions from 2016
Exposure therapy discontinuation among Iraq War veterans, Kendra Renner Graduate Research Paper (UNI Access Only)
Racial disparities among African Americans primarily in the criminal justice system and other areas in society, Juana D. Hollingsworth Open Access Graduate Research Paper
The use of meditation and yoga as a treatment tool for juvenile offenders in Residential Treatment Centers for relapse prevention, Danielle K. W. Ballard-Green Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Submissions from 2015
Influx of child immigrants to the United States: Policy & practice implications, Megan Vogt Open Access Graduate Research Paper 2016 Award
Submissions from 2014
Trauma-informed services and trauma awareness among staff on the college campus, Tricia Wisniewski Open Access Honors Program Thesis
Submissions from 2013
Effects of traumatic brain injury on domestic violence survivors, Elizabeth Marie Martin Open Access Honors Program Thesis
Submissions from 2009
Long-Term Care Insurance for the Elderly and Long-Term Care Insurance as a Viable Option for Today's Elderly, Brenda Joan Turnis Open Access Honors Program Thesis
The Mental Health of Low Socio-Economic Populations, Sarah E. Bumgarner Open Access Honors Program Thesis
Submissions from 2008
An American's Guide to Cultural Brokering, Jessica Anna Sauer Open Access Honors Program Thesis
Submissions from 2006
Self-Injury: An Analysis of the Behavior, Causes, and Effective Treatments, Lindsey Huyser Open Access Honors Program Thesis
The Effects of divorce on children and interventions for all members of the family unit, Laurie Arieux Open Access Honors Program Thesis
