Scholarship Discipulus (Latin: “Student Scholarship,”) is an online refereed platform for Pacific University undergraduate students’ scholarly research. This open source forum is juried by invite only.
Editor: Heide Island, Ph.D.
VOLUME 4, May 2023
Undergraduate Thesis Presentations Presented to, Western Psychological Association, Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference (i.e., Senior Projects Day)
Bartel, D. & Island, H. (April 29, 2023). Unbreakable: Exploring the Moderators of Resilience. Presented to Western Psychological Association, Irvine, CA
De Luz, M. (April 26, 2023). Life Celebration to Mourning Memorial: Death Perspectives, Spiritual Affiliation, and Life Satisfaction. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Genise, A. (April 26, 2023). Mind your Health: A Comparative Exploration of Mental Health Attitudes in the U.S. and Spain. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Hills, S. & Dobrichkov, G. (April 26, 2023). In Peace and War: College Students and Military Personnel’s Attitudes, Knowledge, and Beliefs about Military Service. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Neal, P. (April 26, 2023). Aging Well: Health and Wellness Among Older Adults. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Prasertsri, C. (April 26, 2023). Beyond Memory: Creative Cognitive Strategies for Dementia Support. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Russell, J. & Christmas, R. (April 26, 2023). Who Am I? Exploring Identity Categories Among College Students. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Rutledge, A. (April 26, 2023). Mental Imagery: An Adjunct to Traditional Stroke Rehabilitation Processes for Patients with Hemiparesis. Presented to the Pacific University Senior Thesis Conference, Forest Grove, OR
Research Methods and Statistics Collaborative Proposals (PSY 300/301)
Ariota, J. & Kobashigawa, K. (May 2, 2023). Bouncing Back: Influence of Attachment, Life Experience, and Coping on Resiliency Among College Students. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Cowles, K., Spencer, J. & Valente, S. (May 2, 2023). Equalizing Education: Accessibility and Accommodations Support for College Students with Neurodiverse Needs. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Huff, R., Brown, A., & Kon, K. (May 2, 2023). Examining the Role of Gender in Attitudes toward Psychotherapy. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Reed, M., Jensen, J., Stipsits, C., & Volchok, K., (May 2, 2023). The Breadth and Diversity of Coping Strategies among College-Aged Adults. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Sanchez-Fausto, Y. & Sato, C. (May 2, 2023). #Child-free: Gen Z and Online Parent Shaming on Parenting Intentions. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Siana, M. & Taomoto, K. (May 2, 2023). Grit and Grace: The Influence on resiliency on Wellness and Academic Achievement. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Vaninetti, A. & Long, A. (May 2, 2023). ‘Rules of Enragement’: College Students’ Conflict Handling Techniques and Mindsets. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
VOLUME 3, May 2022
Undergraduate Thesis Presentations, Western Psychological Association
All presentations are hyperlinked to the presentation in pdf format, click on the author for access to materials. Individual manuscripts and data are available upon request. All research involving human participants are compliant with Pacific University’s Institutional Review Board, IRB numbers are provided where applicable.
Fairbanks, A., Bartel, D., Groeger, W., Alensonorin, N., & Island, H. (April 29, 2022). Come Together! Do Extracurricular Groups Insulate College Students from Anxiety, Depression and Feelings of Isolation? Presented to Western Psychological Association, Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, Portland, Oregon.
Massey-Johnson, D., Hutson, C., Shirley, A., & Island, H. (April 29, 2022). Sleep Hygiene, Blue Light Exposure, and Sleep Quality Among College Students. Presented to Western Psychological Association, Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, Portland, Oregon.
Zipprich, L., Pursley, C. & Island, H. (April 28, 2022). Relationship Satisfaction and Partnership Diversity, Equity, and Trust Among College Students. Presented to Western Psychological Association, Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, Portland, Oregon.
Research Methods and Statistics Collaborative Proposals (PSY 300/301)
Altomare, B. (May 4, 2022). Got Grit? How to work through Perceived Failure. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Bauerle, K., Hash, Z., & Hills, S. (May 4, 2022). Reading, Writing, and Recovery: Concussed in the College Classroom. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Bierenkoven, S., Neal, P., & Rojas, S. (May 4, 2022). Attached to Addiction: The Effects of Early Attachment on Adult Attachment and Addictive Behaviors. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Boggs, M. & Brand, J. (May 3, 2022). Flow from Pain: Chronic Pain Management through Flow Induction. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Christmas, R., Fetzer, L. & Russell, J. (May 4, 2022). Mental Health Stereotype Threat and Self-Stigma Among College Students. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
De Luz, M. & Burnett, T. (May 3, 2022). To Celebrate or to Mourn: Death Perspectives, Religious Practice, & Life Satisfaction. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Dixon, M. & Hettman, R. (May 4, 2022). The Magnification of “Personality” in Borderline Personality Disorder. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Lewis, S., Tran, A., & Wyatt, T.K. (May 4, 2022). Beyond Rain Man: Characterizing Knowledge, Atittudes and Awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Prasertsri, P., Tong, S. & Villa, J. (May 3, 2022). Perseverance through Culture: The relationship between ethnic identity, campus engagement and resiliency. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
VOLUME 2, May 2021
Undergraduate Thesis Presentations
All research involving non-human animals are compliant with Pacific University’s Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee.
Ara, K., LeMieux, B., & Cordima, D. (April 27, 2021). An Evaluation of Student Attitudes, Awareness, and Knowledge of Resources and Inclusivity within A College Campus. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Cunningham, A., Lucey, A., & Island, H. D. (April 27, 2021). Feasibility of Remote Observation in Behavioral Research. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Lucey, A., Cunningham, A., & Island, H. D. (April 27, 2021). A remote behavioral study of five, female rescued Southern Sea Otters (Enhyra lutris nereis) at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Shirley, A. (April 27, 2021). The Effect of Ketamine as a Glutamate Receptor Antagonist in the Treatment of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Thornburg, H., Durante, V., & Miller, B. (2021). College Student’s Sociopolitical Attitudes, Knowledge, and Behavior Concerning Sustainability and the Environment. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Comparative Behavior Research Proposals (PSY 324)
Bartel, D. (2021). Vocalization Variability Among Urban and Rural Coyote (Canis latrans) Populations. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Brown, A.M.A. (2021). Do Rufous Hummingbirds (Selasphorus rufus) Exhibit UV Irradiance Pattern Preference? Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Cole, A. (2021). Moderating Effects of Intercropping on the Feeding Behavior of Cotton Aphids (Aphis gossypii)
Cunningham, A. (2021). Climate Change, Seasonal Heterothermy, and Mason Bee Body Mass: An Empirical Review. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Genise, A. (2021). Chirping Cats: Predictors of Vocalizations Among Domestic Cats (Felis catus). Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Hash, Z.C. (2021). Proposed Effects of Lunar Phase on Barn Owl (Tyto alba) Predatory Success. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Massey-Johnson, D. (2021). Asian Giant Hornet Predation on Western Honeybees: A Proposal for a Citizen Science Support. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Salazar, S. (2021). Behavior, Distribution and Density of Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) Subspecies in Central Oregon. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Shirley, A. (2021). A Proposed Clinical Intervention for Feline Cognitive Dysfunction (Felis catus) using Cognitive Enrichment. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Research Methods and Statistics Collaborative Proposals (PSY 300/301)
Bove, M. Enquist, E. & Morris, M. (2021). Transfer Student Social Inclusion and Academic Success. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Derby, J., Nova, N., Bowers, D. & Myers, E. (2021). A Program Evaluation of the Efficacy of Pacific University’s First Year Seminar Experience. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Fairbanks, R. B., Alensonorin, N.T., Groeger, W. & Bartel, D. (2021). Social Connectedness Among Pacific University Undergraduates. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Halland, K., Shellenbarger, J., Huynh, M., & Mercado, S. (2021). Synchronous Online Learning: How do We Measure Engagement? Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Markowich, A., Cusack, M. & Midland, A. (2021). Nature Nourishment and Cognitive Fatigue Among College Students. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Pursley, C. Zipprich, L. & Spencer, P. (2021). The More the Merrier: Satisfaction Among Polyamorous Relationships. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Shirley, A., Tenditnyy, M., Hutson, C., & Massey-Johnson, D. (2021). The Effect of Increased Blue Light Exposure on Sleep Hygiene. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Sprute, S., Pendino, J., Ressel, E., & Rutledge, A. (2021). Rx Nature: Nature Therapy for the Reduction of Affective Condition Symptoms. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
VOLUME 1, May 2020
All presentations are hyperlinked to the presentation in pdf format, click on the author for access to materials. Individual manuscripts and data are available upon request. All research involving human participants are compliant with Pacific University’s Institutional Review Board, IRB numbers are provided where applicable. All research involving non-human animals are compliant with Pacific University’s Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee and the Oregon Zoo.
Undergraduate Thesis Presentations
Bird, K. and Island, H. (2020). A program evaluation of a Center for Gender and Sexual Equity. IRB#1172554-2. Note: This poster is a summary of a 2-year project submitted to the peer-reviewed journal, “International Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities”.
McAllister, N. (2020). Stress in the Times of Corona: An Examination of Anxiety Within the Context of a Global Pandemic. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Miller, G. (2020). Reciprocal Therapy for Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Rehabilitated Race Horses. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Newberry, K., Manfredini, J. & Island, H. (2020). Parenting Opportunity and Behavioral Wellness in a Rescued, Captive North American River Otter (Lontra canadensis). IACUC Exemption, Reference#1144773-1. Note: This presentation is part of a greater project for submission to the Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Stevenson, M. (2020). “Don’t Panic!” Panic and Anxiety Mediation through Mindfulness Training in Scuba Instruction. Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Undergraduate Capstone Requirement. Pacific University, Dept. of Psychology, Forest Grove, Oregon
Comparative Behavior Research Proposals (PSY 324)
Durante, V. & Jones, K. (2020). Proposed Behavioral Management of Oregon Residential Coyotes (Canis latrans). Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Hands, Ruz, M. (2020). Comparative Treatment Among Two Displacement Populations: Australian Wildlife in the 2019 Forest Fire and United States Undocumented Immigrants. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Manfredini, J. (2020). Comparison of Bank Erosion by Nutria (Myocastor coypus) and American Beaver (Castor canadensis) in Oregon Wetlands. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Meatte, M. & Nolasco, E. (2020). Acoustic and Behavioral Responses of the Little Brown Bat (Myotis lucifugus) in Response to Anthropogenic Noise and Light Stimuli. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Robben Dott, M.Q. (2020). Hurt or Help? The Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Lower Columbia Basin Salmon Fishery. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Research Methods and Statistics Collaborative Proposals (PSY 300/301)
Ara, K., Cordima, E., & Lemieux, B. (2020). An Evaluation of College Students’ Self-Reported Inclusion: Recommendations for the Student Multicultural Center. IRB#1548559-1 Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Couchot, X., Treadway, A., & Moore, G. (2020). Gender and Sexuality Ideology Among Gen-Z College Students. IRB#1549759-1. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Hesser, B., Garcia, H., Hyppolite, K., & Parades-Luna, M. (2020). Generation Z Parenting Intention, Sustainability Attitudes, and Civic Engagement IRB#1549638-1. Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Johnson, N., King, L., & Gordon, R.J. (2020). Mental Toughness, Resilience, and Grit in a CollegeStudent Sample of Athletes and Nonathletes. IRB#1549764-1 Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Miller, B., Durante, V., Thornburg, H., & Holtrop, H. (2020). Environmental and Health Attitudes, Knowledge, and Behavior among College Students. RB#1549675-1 Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Morley, D., Moser, M., Kubota, C. (2020). College Student Social Media-Use, Depression, Anxiety, and Substance-Use. IRB#1549765-1 Presented to the Department of Psychology, Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
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