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P. aeruginosa and Quorum Sensing Inhibitor vs. Biofilm Formation
No full textI will be presenting the effects of biofilm formation on P. aeruginosa using PA01 bacteriophages and quorum sensing inhibitors; students interested in research and working with bacteri
Black and Latino Male Alumni Perceptions of Educational Opportunity Program Impact on Campus Engagement, Social Capital, and Persistence at a Public University
No full textBlack and Latino male students continue to graduate at lower rates than their White and female peers, particularly at PWIs in the Northeastern United States. To address these disparities, many institutions have adopted educational opportunity programs (EOPs) to provide academic, financial, and social support to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Although EOPs have demonstrated effectiveness in supporting underrepresented students broadly, limited research has focused on the impact of EOP from the perspectives of Black and Latino male recent graduates. Using the theory of student involvement (Astin, 1984) and social capital theory (Bourdieu & Passeron, 1986; Coleman, 1988), this qualitative case study explored the impact an EOP had on student engagement, social integration, and academic persistence for eight male EOP alumni (six Black and two Latino males). These participants were enrolled in the EOP for at least two semesters and graduated between 2019 and 2024. Data were collected through virtual one-on-one semi-structured interviews and analyzed using inductive coding and thematic analysis. This study focused on four areas: campus engagement, academic persistence, social capital, and sense of belonging. The findings revealed that the EOP played a significant role in the participants’ persistence by offering mentorship, academic advising, financial resources, and culturally affirming support systems. Participants credited the EOP with helping them develop confidence, build peer networks, and persist through challenges. These insights help to underscore the importance of assessing recent graduate perceptions and the value of promoting more culturally responsive support programs
Madam President: Navigating the Journey of Black Women to Executive Leadership in Higher Education
No full textThe purpose of this phenomenological qualitative study is to examine the leadership trajectories of Black women in senior executive roles in higher education, with a focus on the barriers and supports that have shaped their careers. Semi-structured interviews gathered perspectives on their lived experiences, capturing both the challenges they faced and the strategies used in their journeys. These strategies included networking, skill-building, advocacy, and resilience, reflecting how these women navigated and overcame the unique leadership challenges they faced. Black feminist theory and intersectionality provided the theoretical framework to explore how race and gender biases uniquely affected their leadership journeys. Data was analyzed thematically. Major themes included shared experiences, barriers, and strategies for career advancement. The findings of this study can inform strategies for creating inclusive environments in higher education, ultimately promoting diversity, equity, and representation in senior leadership roles for future generations of Black women
Are College Students Financially Literate?
No full textThis presentation explores how financial literacy impacts college students\u27 saving behaviors. Through survey data collected from college students, I analyze whether providing additional information on best savings practices influences their likelihood to save more. Using regression analysis and other statistical models, I examine correlations between financial knowledge and savings habits. The findings contribute to discussions on improving financial education for young adults
Synthesis of Electroactive Molecules for Enhanced Flow Battery Applications
No full textThe area of study will focus on researching redox batteries and identifying suitible electroactive molecules. The initial plan is to explore different types of molecules, assessing their solubility and stability for use in the battery. Once the potential molecules are identified, we will determine which are best suited for optimal reactions for energy storage and conversion. Our work will involve naphthoquinone and anthraquinone derivatives. We will focus on characterizing solubility, electrochemical properties, and chemical stability, while also investigating new methods to improve the redox batteries
A Little Piece Of Her Dies
No full textThis poem explores the emotional labor of being authentic in spaces not built for women of color. This poem specifically addresses the experiences of Black women. Often, Black women find themselves torn between maintaining peace and being themselves. The poem addresses concepts such as tone policing, code-switching, and expression. It honors Black women in academia who feel they have to shrink themselves to be seen. There is a sense of safety that comes with fitting in and not making waves in a predominantly white space. However, this poem offers an alternative, calling Black women to stand up for those who struggle to express themselves. Women need each other to stand in the gap and be examples for others to follow. Ultimately, this piece is a love letter to Black women and a promise that they belong in every space, regardless of how they present themselves
Femtoring Book Club: Turning Pages, Uplifting Latinas
No full textAmid the social isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, I initiated Learn, Laugh, Lead, and Self-Love, a virtual femtoring program designed for Latina women aged 19 to 25. This weekly space incorporated interactive elements such as icebreakers, creative responses to visual art, and intentional community-building practices to cultivate trust and solidarity. After one year, the virtual gatherings transitioned into a monthly femtoring book club for women of color, launching with The Four Agreements and centering themes of gratitude, affirmation, and the reflective practice of sharing tunas and espinas© (joys and challenges). Drawing on my prior participation and support of an in-person all-Latina book club, I revitalized an existing Facebook community and broadened participation to include women of color across multiple regions. The evolved book club now serves as an inclusive, culturally responsive space for pleasure reading, peer mentorship, and collective empowerment—advancing a model of relational learning grounded in shared narratives and mutual care
Guerrillera Blesson Interlude VI
No full textInterlude VI is the sixth of seven reflective pieces interwoven throughout the journal. Each interlude represents a collaborative fusion of María Luisa Arroyo Cruzado’s narrative and Julie Fogden’s visual art, capturing the transformative experience of attending The State of Women of Color in New Higher Education symposium. These interludes draw inspiration from the symposium’s presentations, including thematic content, visual motifs, and the symbolic patterns found in the attire of the presenters. They honor the dedication and labor that women of color invest in both professional and personal spheres, acknowledging the emotional and physical toll of these responsibilities while celebrating the resilience, strength, and community that emerge from such lived experiences.
Image: Mixed media: cut paper, acrylic marker, gold ink
An Analysis of Gender Differences Regarding Filicide and Familicide
No full textIt is a presentation on perpetrators of filicide in the last 10 years, focusing on the differences of motives, victim number, method of murder and assault, and outcomes based on offender gender
The Intersection of Data Science and Athletic Performance
No full textI developed a set of Python-based web platforms that transform raw force plate data into clear, actionable visualizations for Fisher’s athletic department. These tools allow coaches to easily monitor athletes’ performance metrics and make data driven training decisions. The primary audience for this project are athletics personnel and data scientists. I have presented this project at national conferences