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Presenters & Abstracts: 2019
The Use of Traditional Ecological Knowledge in Yellowstone Park
- Shea AlexanderZoologyUndergraduate Student
- Julian DuranZoologyUndergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
Throughout history, indigenous tribes have used traditional ecological knowledge, TEK, to utilize natural resources while simultaneously tending to the environment. In our presentation, we will examine how incorporating these ideas of TEK will be a positive addition to the ecosystem and aid in conservation. We will focus specifically on the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone Park and explain how this is an example of TEK. By adding a predator to the ecosystem, they will benefit it by keeping prey populations under control to restore the natural balance of the land
The Yurok Tribe and The California Condor
- Nicholas IsolaWildlifeGraduate Student
- Remy McCuistionWildlifeUndergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
We will be presenting the connection between the California Condor and the Yurok tribe. Focusing on the reintroduction of the California Condor into Northern California and Humboldt county. We will be presenting information on the history of the California Condor and the problems it has faced in the past.
Threat Appraisals: Mediator of Acculturative Stress and Wellbeing Among Armenian Americans
- Hayley RobertsPsychologyUndergraduate Student
- Shaun AksionczykPsychologyUndergraduate Student
- Tsolak M. KirakosyanPsychologyGraduate Student
- Maria I. IturbidePsychologyFaculty
College of Professional Studies
Acculturative stress is the stress experienced by individuals when they are in the process of reconciling two or more cultures (i.e., their heritage culture and a new culture). Research suggests that stress is linked to individuals’ wellbeing. Moreover, wellbeing linked to acculturative stress may be explained by threat appraisal (i.e., how individuals perceive stress - as anxiety-provoking and unmanageable). The current study examines threat appraisal as a mediator of the relationship between acculturative stress and wellbeing amongst a community sample of Armenian Americans.
Timber Harvesting Effects On The Environment and Wildlife
- Eddie SanchezEnvironmental StudiesUndergraduate Student
College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
This GIS research project provides info how clear-cut logging effects humans relationship to the forest and is threatening the Humboldt Marten. The Humboldt Marten, Martes caurina humboltensis, is historically found exclusively in Humboldt County and is currently registered as a “species of concern” or "threaten species" in the State of California and does not have an official “endangered species” status. As unsustainable timber harvesting continues, the Marten species faces threats to their home range and the impacts of logging include environmental, economic, and social aspects. This project is in support of the Environmental Protection Information Center (EPIC) located in Arcata, Ca.
To the Victor Go the Soils: An Analysis of a Historic Preservation Project in Arcata, CA.
- Curtis RogersAnthropologyUndergraduate Student
- Joe TregleAnthropologyUndergraduate Student
College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
The objective of this historic preservation project is to evaluate the historical significance of an Arcata landmark, the Nixon House, constructed on Wiyot land, to determine its eligibility for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. We analyzed literary and primary source documents, consulted with the homeowners and local historic preservation organizations, and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices. The property is significant under National Register Criteria A & C. Our analysis of this process highlights colonial hegemony in our society by basing the house’s historical value on its association with a period of genocide.
Towards a Critical Game Based Pedagogy
- Justin EganEnglishGraduate Student
College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
This presentation represents the culminating thesis project, titled "Towards a Critical Game Based Pedagogy in Composition" in the Applied English Grad Program. My research outlines the key figures and discourses of game-based learning and gamification. In response, I presents a theoretical framework for its application in a composition course. My argument holds that a game based pedagogy bears potential for introducing critical, social justice literacies alongside composition and writing literacy. Literacy, being at the center of this framework, is supported by what I call "Pillars:" Identity, Social Learning, and Multimodality.
Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Application to the Klamath River
- Rachel MackZoologyUndergraduate Student
- Chris VigneryZoologyUndergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
The application of TEK to the klamath river and the Yurok tribe. How to intertwine the scientific methods with the original knowledge of the native people. Mainly focusing on how pacific lamprey and salmon are effected and ways to apply the old and new techniques to help the current populations recover and grow, such as better ways to monitor and take care of the river and what live in the river ecosystem.
Training and Continuing Education Manual for In Home Supportive Services
- Lauren PollockSocial WorkGraduate Student
College of Professional Studies
This project is the creation of a training and continuing education manual for In Home Supportive Services, social workers. Gaps and barriers in training will be assessed through a survey to current staff. Results will be analyzed and considered in the development of new training materials. A variety of learning methods, as well as information on working with culturally diverse populations will be considered in the creation of the manual. The intended purpose of this project is to create equitable services to the clients, as well as providing extra education and resources to reduce burnout and turnover of staff.
Transmission Electron Micrographs of Human Embryonic Kidney Cells Post Drug Treatment
- Christine KupelianBiologyUndergraduate Student
- Haley NissonBiologyUndergraduate Student
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
Applying data collected during lab in BIOL 410, we treated human embryonic kidney (HEK) cells to trigger the autophagy pathway. After treating the cells in standard growth conditions and nutrient deprived conditions, we used transmission electron micrioscopy to visualize these cells in hopes of imaging the formation of autophagosomes.
Twitch: Social Currency
- Allison IafrateEnglishUndergraduate Student
College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Twitch.tv is an online streaming platform where gamers can record their game-play and commentary in a live setting, while interacting with their viewers. Streaming has the potential to create an intimate setting where people who enjoy videogames can come together to share their interests. How much of that social interaction, though, is directly linked to users spending their money? This ongoing research project investigates the ways in which Twitch uses the appeal of social rewards (such as friendship, happiness, and community bonding) to promote the spending of economic capital.