May 2, 2025
Reception & Presentations 2pm to 5pm
Cal Poly Humboldt Library
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Dragon Ecology
Daisy Montalvo
Mathematics
Undergraduate Student
Ezra Moreno
Mathematics
Undergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
Research focus is the resources and abiotic requirements 3 dragons ( from TV series Game of Thrones) need in order to survive different environments around the world.
Lumbar Discectomy - Treatment - Recover- Rehabilitation Programing
William Alberto
Kinesiology (Pre-PT)
Undergraduate Student
Other
In the Department of Kinesiology we are required to complete a research project in our senior year about any topic in our field. I chose to research treatments for herniated discs and sciatic pain since back pain is highly prevalent in society. I was curious about the various treatment options, complementary and alternative medicine, and psychological factors that affect recovery outcomes. My aim was to present a well rounded perspective in treating back pain and gain knowledge around this topic as I pursue a graduate degree in physical therapy after I graduate.
Raccoon (Procyon lotor) Foraging in Relation to Storm Drains
Christian Placet
Wildlife
Undergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
Human-animal conflicts are becoming more relevant as urban areas expand. Let's take a look at the raccoons on Cal Poly Humboldt's campus as an example of how to handle other species that may come into conflict with people. In my project I looked at storm drain distance from trashcans to see if there is any relation to how often they are used by the raccoons.
Freedom of Speech
Barbara
Singleton
Sociology
Undergraduate Student
College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
This case research project explains the relevance of Bond v. Floyd in relation to senators and the Freedom of speech doctrine.
Habitat Selection of American Crows in Eureka, CA
Christina
Parra
Wildlife
Undergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
I looked at habitat selection of crows within the city of Eureka. I conducted point count surveys to compare the number of crows within residential/commercial areas (urban) and park areas to see which habitat type crows prefer.
Senior Speed Mixer
Charlie
Gittings
School of Applied Health
Undergraduate Student
Grace
Daverson
Kinesiology & Recreation Administration
Undergraduate Student
College of Professional Studies
Our creative project, the Senior Speed-Mixer, fights social isolation among older individuals while fostering community bonds. Inspired by past events, we've crafted a welcoming program promoting interactions among seniors in Humboldt. With help from local organizations, we secured a venue and gathered support from businesses for raffle prizes. The event will feature one-on-one discussions to cultivate new connections. With a goal of twenty participants, we aim to bring joy and companionship to Humboldt's seniors, showcasing Cal Poly Humboldt's commitment to social responsibility.
Map of Low and No-Cost Outdoor Recreation Near Cal Poly Humboldt
Teddy
Goyette
School of Applied Health
Undergraduate Student
College of Professional Studies
This project was part of a senior seminar course credit in pursuit of a Recreation Administration degree, and stemmed from a deep devotion and love of outdoor recreation. With a core focus around financial accessiblity and engagement with local outdoor recreation, I wanted to create a visually appealing and readily available map displaying these locations in relativity to the Cal Poly Humboldt campus. All locations allow students, visitors, and community members to engage with nature-based activities without the burden of high costs or extensive travel. This project not only reflects my passion for equitable outdoor access but also represents a personal and professional growth experience.
Women's Intrasexual Competitiveness Tracks Changes in Their Testosterone Levels
Hannah Ferguson
Psychology
Undergraduate Student
Karina Gigear
Psychology
Undergraduate Student
Ben Jones
Lisa DeBruine
Amanda Hahn
Psychology
Faculty
College of Professional Studies
To investigate the role of hormones in female intrasexual competition, we carried out a longitudinal study of changes in intrasexual competitiveness (Study 1) and assessed intrasexual competition in women using various forms of hormonal contraceptives (Study 2). Study 1: Multilevel modeling of the data revealed a significant, positive within-subject effect of testosterone on intrasexual competition, indicating that women reported greater intrasexual competitiveness when testosterone was high. Study 2: No significant differences were observed for reported intrasexual competition among women using combined oral contraceptives versus women using progesterone-only contraceptives.
Culturally-Relevant End of Life Care in Humboldt County
Chandler
Macik
Social Work
Graduate Student
College of Professional Studies
The purpose of our community project is to explore and assess whether any formalized local Indigenous palliative & hospice care services and resources exist in Humboldt County. Research was conducted to gauge the availability and accessibility of culturally-relevant end of life care services.
Self-Determination Theory and Down Syndrome
Peggy Manuelita
Scarborough
School of Applied Health
Graduate Student
College of Professional Studies
The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of self-determination theory and structured exercise program to increase exercise performance for two adults with Down syndrome.