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Chemistry

Chemistry 2 Synthesis and Mechanisms II
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Gallahue Hall 108
10:30 AM
Ferric Gum Photography: The Role of Ferric Ions in Crosslinking Through the Process of Carboxylate Complexation
Jón Buldt Purdue University Fort Wayne
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Michael Columbia Purdue University Fort Wayne
10:45 AM
It's Do or Dye; Synthesis of Triarylmethane Dyes
Noah Cross Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Anne Wilson Butler University
11:00 AM
Inhibition of Metal-Mediated Oxidative DNA Damage: Probing a Potential Metal Coordination Mechanism through Isothermal Titration Calorimetry and Raman Spectroscopy
Stephen Koos Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Daniel Morris Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Oral Presentation

Chemistry 3 Applied Chemical Research
01:30 PM to 02:45 PM
Gallahue Hall 108
01:30 PM
Biomass as Feedstock for Biofuel
Rachel Shubella Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Daniel Morris Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
01:45 PM
Daily Student Engagement with Text Messages in General Chemistry
Abigail Johnson Indiana Wesleyan University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Christopher Devers Indiana Wesleyan University, Stephen Leonard Indiana Wesleyan University, Erin Deevers Indiana Wesleyan University, Steven Tripp Indiana Wesleyan University, Jolie Leonard Indiana Wesleyan University
02:00 PM
Using GC-EGA to Analyze Nicotine N-oxide in Order to Explain Low Nicotine Concentrations in E-cigarette Liquids
Cory Wuerch Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Anne Wilson Butler University
Oral Presentation

Chemistry

02:30 PM to 04:00 PM
Irwin Library 1st Floor
A Comparison of Phytochemicals Present in Earlham Medicinal Plant Extracts
Linh My To Toan Earlham College
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Courtney Scerbak Earlham College
Adhesives Polymers Synthesized from Elemental Sulfur and Garlic Extract Components
Cristina Perez Ball State University, kristen kamp Ball State University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Courtney Jenkins Ball State University
An Examination of the Colorants and Flavorants in E-Cigarette Liquids
Heidi Kastenholz Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Anne Wilson Butler University
Analytical Concentrations of Clothianidin for Toxicological Testing with Exaiptasia pallida
Hailey Ross University of Saint Francis
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Andrea Geyer University of Saint Francis
Chemical Purification of C60 Fullerene
Ryan Koenig Purdue University Fort Wayne
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Steven Stevenson Purdue University Fort Wayne
Chiral Discrimination by Amino Acid based Deep Eutectic Solvents
Cameron Wright Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Todd Hopkins Butler University
Design, Synthesis, and Characterization of a Lanthanide Ion Coordination Complex for Arsenic Detection
Khai Nguyen Earlham College, Suyee Win Williams College
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Patrick Barber Earlham College
Developing Site Specific DNA Binding Agents Using Novel Purine Analogs
Chace Avery University of Indianapolis, Ashton Bosler University of Evansville
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Roslyn Lampkins University of Evansville
Efforts Toward Developing an Intramolecular Decarboxylative Allylation and Trapping of a Fischer Carbene Fragment
Kristen Sportiello University of Evansville
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Michael Slade University of Evansville
Glutamate Carboxypeptidase II Transmembrane Computation Modelling Project
Jocelyne Mendoza Eastern Illinois University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Gopal Periyannan Eastern Illinois University
Holmium Nitride Clusters Trapped in Large Fullerene Cages
Katelyn Tepper Purdue University Fort Wayne
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Steven Stevenson Purdue University Fort Wayne
Introducing Atomic Absorption into a General Chemistry Ksp Lab
Kaitlyn Enderle Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Stacy O'Reilly Butler University
Isolation of Large Cage Erbium Metallofullerenes
Cody Davison Purdue University Fort Wayne
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Steven Stevenson Purdue University Fort Wayne
Listeria Detection by Super Paramagnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles
Christian Shafer Trine University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Steven Dulaney Trine University
Separation Strategies for Isolating Yttrium Nitride Metallofullerenes Having Uncommon Carbon Cages
Bristol Lucketti Purdue University Fort Wayne
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Steven Stevenson Purdue University Fort Wayne
The Chemistry of Fermentation
Bailey Masingo Butler University,
Lauren Allman Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Stacy O'Reilly Butler University, Michael Samide Butler University
Wet Chemistry to Purify Metallofullerenes Containing Lutetium Clusters Trapped Inside Higher Fullerene Cages
Hannah Franklin Purdue University Fort Wayne
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Steven Stevenson Purdue University Fort Wayne
Poster Presentation

Classical Studies

Classical Studies 1 Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
09:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Jordan Hall 216
09:00 AM
Christian Service In The Context of The Ancient World
Oise Omoijuanfo Xavier University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Thomas Strunk Xavier University
09:15 AM
Pindar and PEDs: How Cultures of Shame differ from the Ancient Olympic Athlete to the Modern Professional Athlete
Patrick McGuire Xavier University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Thomas Strunk Xavier University
09:30 AM
Piecing Together Roman Life and Art: The Impact of Societal Changes on Developments in Roman Mosaics
Emily Lewis Xavier University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Shannon Hogue Xavier University, Thomas Strunk Xavier University, Kelly Blank Xavier University, Suzanne Chouteau Xavier University
09:45 AM
Liberal Arts Education: From Roman Roots to Contemporary Education
Courtney Garside Xavier University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Thomas Strunk Xavier University
Oral Presentation

Classical Studies 2 ClassiX: Conflicting Narratives and Narratives in Conflict
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Jordan Hall 216
10:30 AM
An Epic Woman’s Place in Politics: Understanding The Aeneid’s Political Context through its Female Characters
Allie Hartman Ball State University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Christine Shea Ball State University, Richard King Ball State University
10:45 AM
Ovid's Rhea Silvia: A Voice for Women
Jennifer Schmitz Xavier University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Jay Arns Xavier University
11:00 AM
Persecution of Christ and Dionysus Worshipers by Roman Authorities: Who and Why?
Shawn Gaskill Ball State University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Christine Shea Ball State University
11:15 AM
Cassandra and Antigone in Attic Tragedy
Brian Long Xavier University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Thomas Strunk Xavier University
Oral Presentation

Communication & Media Studies

Communication & Media Studies 1 Conflict, Communication, & Political Implications
09:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Jordan Hall 236
09:00 AM
Louder Does Not Mean Better
Katie Smith Butler University, Alex Sparks Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Allison Harthcock Butler University
09:15 AM
Cultural Unrest: The First Amendment in Action on College Campuses
Abigail Phinney Grace College
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Paulette Sauders Grace College
09:30 AM
Environmental Organizations’ Litigation Communication in the Polarized U.S Political Landscape
Rachel Anderle Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Abbey Levenshus Butler University
09:45 AM
The Film in Conflict: War Cinema and the Changing Nature of Authenticity
Nicholas Oakes Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Sherra Schick Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Dennis Bingham Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
10:00 AM
A Comprehensive Evaluation of an Organization’s Communication Practices
Kayla Quattrocki Purdue University Northwest,
Shawn Sullivan Purdue University Northwest,
Cassie Obinger Purdue University Northwest, Jamie Rex Purdue University Northwest
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Deanna Francoeur-Schmidt Purdue University Northwest
Oral Presentation

Communication & Media Studies 2 Communication & Identity
10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Jordan Hall 236
10:30 AM
The Portrayal of Feminist Ideals in the Media
Lauren Merk Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Irene Van Driel Butler University
10:45 AM
Battle of the Sexes: Examining the Wage Gap Between Genders
Julia Walton Huntington University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Mike Rowley Huntington University
11:00 AM
Beyond the Letters: Collecting the stories of people in the LGBTQ+ community
Basil Strock Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Scott Bridge Butler University, Dacia Charlesworth Butler University
11:15 AM
Archaeology Media
Anna Ahrens University of Evansville
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Jennie Ebeling University of Evansville
11:30 AM
The Utility of Graphics Containing Statistics in NCAA Championship Broadcasts
Brent Hesse Ball State University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Adam Kuban Ball State University
Oral Presentation

Communication & Media Studies 3 Music, Romance, & Social Media

01:30 PM to 02:45 PM
Gallahue Hall 106
01:30 PM
Impact of Music On Information Retention
Jordan Hersey Huntington University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Michael Rowley Huntington University
01:45 PM
In Romantic Relationships: Who Knows Whom Best?
Autumn DeMott Huntington University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Mike Rowley Huntington University
02:00 PM
Self-Promotion and Social Media: The Relationship Between Narcissism and Selfies
Chelsea Tyler Huntington University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Mike Rowley Huntington University
02:15 PM
The Association Between Facebook Use, Uncertainty Reduction and Facebook Jealousy in a Romantic Relationship
Amy Mattson Hanover College
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Valerie Young Hanover College
Oral Presentation

Communication Sciences & Disorders

Communication Sciences & Disorders Understanding Communication: From Perception to Action
09:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Jordan Hall 238
09:00 AM
Perception of Emotion in Music in Adults with Cochlear Implants
Delainey Spragg Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Tonya Bergeson-Dana Butler University, Charles Yates Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
09:15 AM
The Effect of Music Syntax Therapy on Speech Production in People with Aphasia
Brandi Kordes Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Tonya Bergeson-Dana Butler University
09:30 AM
The Show Goes On! Should it? Concussion, Dancers, and Making an Informed Decision
Shelby Miller Butler University, Lauren Koester Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Ann Bilodeau Butler University
09:45 AM
The Influence of Gesture on Recollection and Description of Auditory and Visual Stimuli
Mary Kate Richards Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Tonya Bergeson-Dana Butler University
Oral Presentation

Communication Sciences & Disorders

02:30 PM to 04:00 PM
Irwin Library 1st Floor
Effects of Hearing Loss and Cerumen Impaction on Music Listening Behaviors and Speech-Language Measures: A Music First! Pilot Study
Makayla Coyle Butler University, Rachel Goffney Butler University, Delainey Spragg Butler University, Shelby Bryant Butler University, Dana Connor Butler University, Sarah Dixon Butler University, Brenna Pawelkowski Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Tonya Bergeson-Dana Butler University, Donald Braid Butler University, Tim Brimmer Butler University, Tara Lineweaver Butler University, Allan Diefendorf Butler University
Effects of Structured Music and Play on Social Behavior and Executive Function
Colleen Wilkes Butler University, Maureen Brogan Butler University, Abigail Baker Butler University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Tonya Bergeson-Dana Butler University
Literary Analysis of Accent Modification Resources on Native Modern Standard Arabic Speakers as English Language Learners
Alysh Oetzel Eastern Illinois University
Faculty Sponsor(s):
Jean Smitley Eastern Illinois University
Poster Presentation