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Parasitic Effects of Amoebidium appalachense on Daphnia magna Heart Rate, Hopping Frequency, and Metabolic Rate
No full textDaphnia magna are a crustacean that inhabits multiple different types of freshwater ecosystems and thus is plays a part in many different types of interspecies interactions, one of which is parasitism. Amoebidium appalachense is a Mesomycetozoean parasite of aquatic arthropods that colonizes the antenna of D. magna. Previous research has shown that A. appalachense infection will reduce the fecundity and increase mortality rate of D. magna but how it causes these effects is unknown. To determine if A. appalachense causes these effects on D. magna by either stealing nutrients inside the D. magna like a tick or by compromising D. magna’s ability to swim and find food, heart rate, hopping frequency, and metabolic rate of infected D. magna were compared to those of uninfected D. magna. I found that over the five weeks of the experiment, heart rate and hopping frequency decreased more in infected organisms than uninfected organisms. In the last three weeks of the experiment when intensity of the infection increased, the metabolic rate of the infected organisms decreased even though the metabolic rate of the uninfected increased. Interestingly, during the last three weeks of the experiment, the heart rate and hopping frequency of infected organisms did not change significantly. These results could indicate that younger organism’s heart rate and hopping frequency are more affected by the parasite, and that A. appalachense alters how it affects its host once infection intensity reaches a certain threshold
The Effects of Interpretation on Children of Immigrants
No full textTranslation focuses on converting written text from one language to another with accuracy and cultural nuance, while interpretation involves real-time verbal communication, requiring quick comprehension and delivery, often in high-pressure settings like conferences or medical appointments. This essay also explores the experiences of bilingual children who have interpreted for family members in healthcare settings. It investigates the emotional and psychological burden that arises from this role, particularly when individuals are required to interpret complex medical information, traumatic histories, or sensitive diagnoses. The findings reveal that informal family interpreters often face significant stress, social pressure, and potential emotional harm, impacting their relationships with family members and their sense of self. Participants reported feelings of responsibility, fear of making mistakes, and a lack of recognition for their efforts. The study highlights the ethical concerns surrounding the use of untrained interpreters in medical contexts and underscores the need for professional interpreting services to lessen risks and improve patient care
Gap, Inc. : A Strategic Audit of Gap, Inc. Company
No full textThe following paper is a comprehensive overview of the company Gap, Inc., a leading global retailer with a diverse brand portfolio that includes Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta. They compete in the Family Clothing Industry through their operation of over 3,352 brick-and-mortar stores along with offering their digital shopping platform to align with changing consumer preferences. Gap, Inc. plans to maintain financial rigor, reinvigorating its brands, and strengthening its platform. Their strengths are found in their expanding e-commerce segment and their strong commitment to sustainability. Through a broad differentiation strategy, Gap, Inc. targets a diverse consumer demographic across their four brands and continues to remain focused on cost management, digital transformation, and sustainability to stay competitive and maintain long-term growth
Through Every Door A New Story: An Advertising Campaign for Francie & Finch Bookshop
No full textMore and more of our world is run by algorithms. What we see, what we buy, and what we share. Online retail has sent ripples through the book-selling industry, but the algorithms can’t replicate the feeling of tangible discovery and shared experience.
As more free time is taken up by digital entertainment, moms are seeking to create personally resonant experiences for those they love. This campaign strives to introduce Francie & Finch as the stage for the target market, moms ages 35-50, increasing brand awareness.
These moms remember the things that tightened their bond with their loved ones like reading aloud with their toddlers or sharing a favorite book with each child. As digital interactions replace intentional shared moments, moms strive to create new experiences.
To increase brand love, Francie & Finch must show the target that they are there to help them build these deep experiences by providing an opportunity to discover new family favorites and start new conversations with loved ones.
The Through Every Door a New Story campaign will place Francie & Finch at the forefront of building strong community through tangible tactics to bring back that sense of physical discovery.
By the end of the campaign, the target will see Francie & Finch as the place to discover..
The Relationship Between Ethnic Identity and Alcohol Use Severity
No full textEthnic Identity (EI) refers to an individual’s beliefs and attitudes towards their ethnic-racial group, and researchers have been interested in its association with health behaviors such as alcohol use. The current literature presents mixed findings regarding whether a strong EI understanding (commitment) or seeking out EI information (exploration) is a protective or risk factor for severe alcohol use. These inconsistencies may be explained by limited sample sizes and composition (e.g., primarily adolescents). As such, we sought to replicate and clarify past findings on the relationship between the EI and alcohol use severity using a diverse national sample of college students (n=10,223). Ethnicity-specific analyses showed a negative relationship between exploration and severe alcohol use (β=-0.21, p=.02) only among self-identified multiracial students. All the regression models reached significance aside from Indigenous, AMENA, and Black Haitian/Caribbean Islander college students. Overall, a strong EI understanding or belonging (commitment) may be protective against severe alcohol use. Exploring one’s EI (exploration) may also protect against severe alcohol use, particularly for multiracial college students. Our findings emphasize the impact of ethnic identity on alcohol use behaviors and its significance for positive development and health in young adults
Mapping Mosquito Habitats with Girl Scouts: A Citizen Science Approach Using the “Mosquito Mission: Scout & Report!” Worksheet
No full textMosquitoes, though small, impact millions around the world by being significant vectors of diseases. The search for effective mosquito control efforts is ongoing, however, there is a gap in community involvement with a focus on recognizing and reducing potential breeding areas. Public engagement is a cornerstone of effective mosquito control. This honors thesis investigates the implementation of the Mosquito Mappers program with an original Girl Scout worksheet, “Mosquito Mission: Scout & Report!” This worksheet, which utilizes NASA’s GLOBE Observer Mosquito Habitat Mapper app, enables the Girl Scouts to contribute to real-time environmental monitoring. By guiding Girl Scouts through an inquiry-based science worksheet, this project explores how citizen science can both educate the youth and aid scientific data collection. This study assesses how the “Mosquito Mission: Scout & Report!” worksheet encourages environmental observation, supports mosquito habitat identification, and fosters action toward mosquito control
Women Composers’ Music Contributions Equal to Those of Male Counterparts During the Romantic Era
No full textThough women composers were downplayed and overlooked, they were no less talented than their male counterparts, providing meaningful compositions and contributions to Romantic Era music. This thesis studies three women who made meaningful contributions during the Romantic period. Their names are Clara Schumann, Amy Beach, and Fanny Hensel Mendelssohn. Four aspects about them will be studied: The life and childhood of each woman, the trials and discrimination they faced, the problems they solved, and how their works compare to male composers. These three women were prodigy musicians and skilled composers. They demonstrated a great affinity for music from an early age and became world-famous musicians as grown women.
Unfortunately, these women didn’t have easy lives due to the discrimination and barriers they faced while publishing their music. It was also difficult for them to balance family life alongside their musical endeavors. This was especially true of Clara Schumann, who practically raised eight children on her own because of a mostly absent husband. Regardless, each woman produced high-quality compositions comparable to those of male composers at the time. Clara Schumann, Amy Beach, and Fanny Hensel Mendelssohn are examples of perseverance and determination amidst a male-dominated industry
Equity vs. Excellence: Dichotomy or Duo?
No full textIn this thesis, I investigate recent changes in mathematics education and how these developments connect to the principles of equity and excellence. I place a special focus on “active learning” methods. My methodology primarily consisted of interviews with educators, along with analyzing literature from math education researchers. I first define and explain the motivations behind active learning instruction methods. Next, I explore not only how instructors define equity and excellence but how educators perceive the role of the two principles within education. Finally, I challenge the pervasive media portrayal of equity and excellence as being mutually exclusive. Instead, I find that the two principles complement each other within the classroom and enrich students’ learning experience
Perfecting the Pride of All Nebraska
No full textFor my thesis, I completed a creative project focusing on my involvement in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. I created a documentary/YouTube-style video about the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Cornhusker Marching Band and how much work goes into creating their performances. I wanted to see what work happens behind the scenes that their large audiences never get to see.
To get all the information I needed to create an efficient and effective piece, I interviewed 13 band students ranging in years, instruments, ranks, etc. It was very important to get a large range of perspectives on this piece because the band involves so many people from different colleges across campus. I also had six individuals take videos of themselves throughout one week, describing what is going on from their point of view. I wanted these videos because of the ability for band students to talk directly to the audience authentically. Additionally, I spent time at their practices and performances to not only get video and audio footage, but also to gain an understanding of what these events are like from their perspectives.
Overall, this project seeks to showcase the complexities of the Cornhusker Marching Band, how they can execute 300-person shows consistently without fail, and the community that this group creates for each other and the fans around them
Hello, Can You Hear Me?: Acoustic Predictors of Listeners\u27 Gender Perceptions
No full textCommunication features are closely tied to personal identity and public perception. When individuals vary from rigid societal expectations of gender presentation, such as within transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) communities, there is often a risk of discrimination and harmful treatment. Thus, many individuals seek gender-affirming communication intervention services to match presentation to gender identity. Speech-language pathologists often support this process, by providing insight into communication features that are key to gender perception. To help these clients and professionals, we asked naïve and unfamiliar listeners to evaluate a variety of voice samples, containing speakers across the gender spectrum, providing statements about gender and personality. We used these impressions to group speakers by perceived gender and personal characteristics, such as presentation of self, attitude towards others, and perception of intelligence. Accuracy in gender identification by listeners averaged 41.5%, varying widely by listener. Analysis of acoustic features revealed differences in fundamental frequency, pitch contour, and speaking rate, which could be linked to trends in personality assessment. The perceptions and associated acoustic data provide important guidelines to customize gender affirming communication intervention to particular client goals