| LIST OF ABSTRACTS FOR ORAL PRESENTATIONS | |||
| Oral Session 1a. Perception: Physical, Historical and Spiritual (Science Building, Room 101) | |||
| Time | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 8:15 | Corey, Lisa and Leadingham, Jacob | Perceptions of Severity of Sex Crimes Against Children | Dr. Marte Fallshore, Psychology |
| 8:30 | Ostrander, Lisa | Charles Grandison Finney and the Contradictions of Antebellum Revivalism | Dr. Karen J. Blair, History |
| 8:45 | Clark, Dustin W. (McNair Scholar) | Kings, Knights, Chivalry, and the Development of Secular History: The Histories of Jean Froissart | Dr. Roxanne Easley, History |
| 9:00 | Lindholm, Phil (McNair Scholar) | Resurrecting Faith? The Role of a Fideistic Epistemology in Contemporary Hermeneutics | Dr. Jeffrey Dippmann, Philosophy |
| 9:15 | Haggard, LeAnn (McNair Scholar) | Re-Presenting Daoism | Dr. Jeffrey Dippmann, Philosophy |
| 9:45 | Naragon, Janice | Water Quality and Perceived Health Risk in Southeastern Washington | Dr. Tracy Andrews, Anthropology and Museum Studies, Dr. Christopher Kent, Geography and Land Studies |
| 10:00 | Stefik, Andreas | The Applications of Computer Science in Notating Microtonal Music | Dr. Edward Gellenbeck, Computer Science |
| 10:15 | Grogan, Jared (McNair Scholar) | An Experimental Study of Changes in the Impulse Response of a Wood Plate that is Subject to Vibrational Stimulus | Dr. Andrew Piacsek, and Dr Michael Braunstein, Physics |
| 10:30 | Horton, Erica | The Factors that Influence Instructor's Use of Technology in the Classroom | Dr. Megan Cleaver Sellick, Business Administration |
| Oral Session 1b. International Development and Business (Science Building, Room 101) | |||
| Time | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 1:45 | Lambert, Kayme A.; Gilmartin, Benjamin; Yang, Amy | Xiamen and the Rise of a "Green City": Overseas Chinese Investment, Urban Development, and Environmental Impact | Dr. James Cook, History |
| 2:00 | Yuan, Deme; Hu, David; Urlie, Jon | Perceptions and Values: Citizen Perspectives on Environment in South China | Dr. Hong Xiao, Sociology |
| 2:15 | Medford, Elizabeth; Brown, Chris; Gonzalez, Daniel; Murray, Abra | The Pressures of Industry on the Chinese Environment: A Tale of Two South China Cities | Dr. Richard Mack, Interim Associate Vice President, Graduate Studies, Research, and Continuing Education |
| 2:30 | Brown, Tahnee | International Marketing Program for China | Dr. Megan Cleaver Sellick, Business Administration |
| 2:45 | Anderson, Corinne; Peterson, Erin; Stroud, Luke | Information to Provide a Future 'Compass' for The 'Burg's Marketing Path | Dr. Megan Cleaver Sellick, Business Administration |
| 3:00 | Bement, Nathan and Schomer, Joseph | An Analysis of Retail Trade Impact Kittitas, Yakima, Chelan and Douglas Counties | Dr. Koushik Ghosh, Economics |
| 3:15 | Lampi, Jennifer and Graff, Tiffanee | The Lowest Prices in Town | Dr. Yvonne Chueh, Mathematics |
| Oral Session 2a. Computational Sciences (Science Building, Room 147) | |||
| Time | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 8:15 | Langland, Erik; Miller, Seth; Pickett, Jonathan | A Mathematical Analysis of a Movie Stunt | Dr. Stuart Boersma, Mathematics |
| 8:30 | Miller, Seth | Classification of Periodic Solutions in a Non-Linear Ordinary Differential Equation | Dr. Stuart Boersma, Mathematics |
| 8:45 | Ritter, Byron | The Statistical Significance of Differences in the Heights and Weights of Intercollegiate Football Players in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference | Dr. Yvonne Chueh, Mathematics |
| 9:00 | Hadley, Kathy | Differential Scattering Cross-section of a Massive Body, a General Relativistic Analysis | Dr. Michael Braunstein, Physics |
| 9:15 | Elsberry, Justin and Elsberry, Nicholas | Using XML and SVG to Generate Dynamic UML Diagrams | Dr. Edward Gellenbeck, Computer Science |
| 9:45 | Harper, Art | Developing a Virtual Expert for Imagery Analysis | Dr. Boris Kovalerchuk, Computer Science |
| 10:00 | Boyce, Richard (McNair Scholar) | An Algorithm for Automatic Multi-Source Image Conflation Using Linear Features | Dr. Boris Kovalerchuk, Computer Science |
| 10:15 | Delizy, Florian | Visual Data Mining Using Monotone Boolean Functions | Dr. Boris Kovalerchuk, Computer Science |
| 10:30 | Crooke, Kelly and Appel, Lindsay | An Augmentative Alternative Communication Software Tool | Dr. Edward Gellenbeck, Computer Science |
| Oral Session 2b. Liquids, Solids and Song (Science Building, Room 147) | |||
| Time | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 1:45 | Schueller, Shannon E. and Webb, Elizabeth M. | A Behavioral Comparison of Prozac (Fluoxetine HCI) and 2’-Methyl-6-Nitroquipazine on Saccharin, Water and Food Ingestion in Rats | Dr. Terry L. DeVietti, Psychology, Dr. John M. Gerdes, Chemistry - University of Montana |
| 2:00 | Howe, Brandon | The Bound Exciton Emission: Its role in the energy transfer mechanism of the Plasma Display Panel (PDP) Blue Phosphor | Dr. Anthony L. Diaz, Chemistry |
| 2:15 | Hartley, Kevin | Analysis of Maize Silage Leachate as to Reduce the Environmental Pollution Potential | Dr. Steven Verhey, Biological Sciences |
| 2:30 | Shibata, Sayaka | Towards the Generation of a Novel Aromatic Ylide | Dr. JoAnn DeLuca, Chemistry |
| 2:45 | Radosevich, Misty | Anaerobic Chitin Degrading Microorganisms in Soap Lake | Dr. Holly C. Pinkart, Biological Sciences |
| 3:00 | Patraw, Samuel | Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM) Used to Study Molecules on Surfaces | Dr. Eric Bullock, Chemistry |
| 3:15 | Ruiz, Naomi (McNair Scholar) | Integrating the Music of Heinrich Schutz Into High School Repertoire | Dr. Karyl Carlson, Music |
| LIST OF ABSTRACTS FOR POSTER PRESENTATIONS (displayed along the North Hallways, Science) | |||
| Poster Session 1. Health and Social Interactions | |||
| Poster No. | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 1 | Kiser, Jenna; Connell, Amy; Peacock, Mary | Adolescent Issues: Self-Esteem, Peer Pressure, and The Effects of Media on Image | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 2 | Alves, Amy and Castaneda, Monica | Promoting Self-Esteem In Teenage Adolescence | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 3 | Serrano, Jennifer L. | The Importance of Children Having an Identity and Self-Esteem | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 4 | Benitez, Aurora | What is the Best Interest of the Child? | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 5 | Galli, Erin and Biles, Kim | The Facts and Effects of Alcohol on Young Adults | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 6 | Petersen, Holly | Lifestyles And Views On Children From Traditional Times To Modern Day | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 7 | Lennon, Heather and Elsos, Kristen | Educating Proper Infant Nutrition | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 8 | Amarelo, Katherine; Gravatt, Kari; Fisher, Danielle; Severson, Lee | Fire Safety Education | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 9 | Caraway, Kaydee and Oreiro, Casey | Positive Body Image, Eating Disorder Prevention, and Healthy Eating Habits for Pre-Teens | Dr. Joan Amby, Department of Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 10 | Lucas, Stephanie and Hageman, Ashlee | Substance Abuse and Prevention | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 11 | Tuttle, Justin | The Effects of Aerobic Exercise on Quality of Life in Cancer Patients Following Clinical Treatment | Dr. Tim Burnham, Health, Human Performance and Recreation |
| 12 | Breckon, Delayna N. (McNair Scholar) and Garrison, S.J. | A Gluten-Free Flour Mix is a Successful Substitute With the Addition of Xanthan Gum in a Yellow Cake | Dr. David Gee, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 13 | Hoffman, Tony and Kijima, Elizabeth | Oatrim is an Acceptable Fat Replacement in Duncan Hines Chewy Brownies | Dr. David Gee, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 14 | Smith-Johnson, Alvena | Using a Nutritional Risk Survey to Assess the Health and Well-being of Homebound Seniors | Dr. Jeff Penick, Psychology |
| 15 | Child, Jaclyn | Problem Solving in Marriage Through Awareness, Education, and Skills Training. | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 16 | Eiesland, Tiffany and Oakes, Kim | Exploring Relationships: Family and Friends | Dr. Joan Amby, Family and Consumer Sciences |
| 17 | Stuart, Tifny (McNair Scholar) | Standby Guardianship in Washington State: A General Needs Assessment | Dr. Laura Appleton, Sociology |
| 18 | Blackburn, Jeanne (McNair Scholar) | Perceptions of Male vs. Female-Perpetrated Domestic Violence | Dr. Hong Xiao, Sociology |
| 19 | McKenzie, Daniel and Todd, Kevin | Are Crime Severity Ratings Related To Perpetrator or Participant Sex? | Dr. Marte Fallshore, Psychology |
| Poster Session 2. Language, Communication, Culture, and Applications of Technology | |||
| Poster No. | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 20 | McNinch, Jeremiah T. | University Student Attitudes Towards Overtly Formal and Overtly Informal Email | Dr. Natalie Lefkowitz, Foreign Languages |
| 21 | Collier, Gwendolynn | Speaking With Foreigners: Speech Accommodations By Native Speakers When Conversing With Non-Natives | Dr. Natalie Lefkowitz, Foreign Languages |
| 22 | Hallows, Ryan (McNair Scholar) | Code-switching as an Identity Marker among Mexican-Americans at Central Washington University | Dr. Natalie Lefkowitz, Foreign Languages |
| 23 | Magana, Esmeralda | Linguistic and Cultural Identities of U.S. Born and Immigrant Children of Mexicans | Dr. Natalie Lefkowitz, Foreign Languages |
| 24 | Lackey, Deborah; Hicks, Cleve; Reider, Shannon; Shiau, Susan | Evidence for Gestural Dialects in Captive and Free-living Chimpanzees | Dr. Roger Fouts and Dr. Deborah Fouts, Psychology/CHCI |
| 25 | Rogers, Brad; Mackey, Amanda; Smith-Johnson, Alvena; Overturf, Sam; Ronning, Lisa | Attentional Priming and Response Dominance in the Spatial Domain: The Effects of Conflicting Information | Dr. Wendy Williams, Psychology |
| 26 | Manjarrez, Arthur | Central Washington University Students: Perceived Barriers to Success | Dr. James Eubanks, Psychology |
| 27 | Derbawka, Meg | Chimpanzees' Use of Objects on Theme Days | Mary Lee Jensvold, Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute |
| 28 | Shellenberger, Jon (McNair Scholar) | Potlatch and Pow Wow: Culture, Dance and Song | Dr. Tracy Andrews, Anthropology and Museum Studies |
| 29 | Minatani, Corey (McNair Scholar) | The Genesis of Japanese Feminism | Dr. Chenyang Li, Philosophy |
| 30 | Delgado, Una (McNair Scholar) | Government and the Internet: A Case Study of E-Commerce | Dr. Rex Wirth, Political Science |
| 31 | Avery, Roy; Obert, Scott; Hagen, Valerie | The Accessibility of Faculty Course Web Sites | Dr. Edward Gellenbeck, Computer Science |
| 32 | Collar, Catharine J. | Coffee Shop Value for the Studying Student in Ellensburg, Washington | Dr. Yvonne Chueh, Mathematics |
| 33 | Monardo, Michael | A Beautiful Day For Baseball: An Analysis of Weather Conditions on Run Production in the Major Leagues | Dr. Yvonne Chueh, Mathematics |
| 34 | Walker, Karen L. | Techniques Utilized To Track Glacial Change on Mount Hood, Oregon | Dr. Karl Lillquist, Geography and Land Studies |
| 35 | Boyce, Richard D. (McNair Scholar) and Narisawa, Chikaho | Informatics Support for a Comparative Transcriptome Analysis | Dr. Steven Verhey, Biological Sciences |
| 36 | Hill, Clark | Calibration of a Scanning Tunneling Microscope Nanopositioner for Studying Molecular Adsorption on Graphite | Dr. Eric Bullock, Chemistry |
| 37 | Musick, David | Design of a Control System for a Scanning Tunneling Microscope for Studying Molecules on a Surface | Dr. Eric Bullock, Chemistry |
| 38 | Tabert, Timothy | Time-Lapse Digital Photography Applied to Steel Construction of the Music Facility | Dr. William Bender, Industrial and Engineering Technology |
| 39 | McIntyre, Rustin | Tensile Testing of Aluminum Per ASTM E8 | Dr. Craig Johnson, Industrial and Engineering Technology |
| 40 | Powers, Matthew | Periodic Error Correction of the 0.3m CWU Telescope | Dr. Michael Braunstein, Physics |
| 41 | Rowswell, Samuel | Chaos in a Circuit | Dr. Michael Braunstein, Physics |
| 42 | Lundeby, Josh; Jacobson, Zack; Chapman, Eric | A Transient Reflectance Spectrometer for Time-Resolved Spectroscopy of Surfaces | Dr. David Laman, Physics |
| Poster Session 3. Natural Sciences | |||
| Poster No. | Author(s) | Abstract Title | Mentor(s) |
| 43 | Garwood, Jason and Wood, Aaron | Young Fault Slip In Queen Valley, California: Implications For How Fault Slip Is Transferred From One Fault To Another | Dr. Jeffrey Lee, Geological Sciences |
| 44 | Jacobsen, Jeff A. | Crystal Size Distribution: Plagioclase crystals of Stromboli Volcano, Aeolian Arc, Italy | Dr. Wendy Bohrson, Geological Sciences |
| 45 | Schmitz, David and Menke, Melinda | Searching for Holes in the Earth's Mantle Reflectors with Seismic Waveforms | Dr. Tim Melbourne, Geological Sciences |
| 46 | Oenning, Melissa | Fragments of the Sky Brought to Earth: The Ellensburg Blue Agate | Dr. Lisa Ely, Geological Sciences |
| 47 | Oenning, Melissa; Wilcox, Bethany (McNair Scholar); Engstrom, Brigid | Landslide Hazards Relating To The Pottery Point Development, Puget Gulch, Tacoma WA | Dr. Lisa Ely, Geological Sciences |
| 48 | Deason, Julia; Oenning, Melissa; and Wilcox, Bethany | We're All the Sum of our Parts: How Lithology Influences the Trace Element Chemistry of a River, Upper Yakima River Basin, Kittitas County, WA | Dr. Carey Gazis, Geological Sciences |
| 49 | Baker, Daniel; Mohler, Carrie; Schrader, Karla; Town, Anne; Wilcox, Bethany | Five Gringos Go to Mexico: Grain Size Analysis of Sediments in the Sonoran Desert | Dr. Lisa Ely, Geological Sciences |
| 50 | Wilcox, Bethany (McNair Scholar) | Water Quality in Schools: What Effect Does a Water Fountain Have on Water Quality? An Examination of Kittitas Valley, WA Public Schools | Dr. Lisa Ely and Dr. Carey Gazis, Geological Sciences |
| 51 | Diefenbach, Angela K. (McNair Scholar) | Comparison of Water Chemistry of Streams Draining Deforested, Regrowth and Old Growth Portions of Land in the Salmon la Sac area, Washington State | Dr. Carey Gazis, Geological Sciences |
| 52 | Diefenbach, Angela (McNair Scholar) and Venator, Sarah | Geoarchaeological Study in a Volcanic Caldera: Central Highlands, Mexico | Dr. Wendy Bohrson, Dr. Lisa Ely (Geological Sciences), Dr. Tricia Gabany-Guerrero (Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, University of Connecticut) |
| 53 | Badertscher, Kimber | Radiometric Dating of Two Charcoal Samples from the Sunrise Ridge Borrow Pit Site (45PI408) | Dr. Patrick McCutcheon, Anthropology and Museum Studies |
| 54 | Fairbanks, Marc | The Geomorphology of Potholes Coulee, Columbia Plateau, Washington | Dr. Karl Lillquist, Geography and Land Studies |
| 55 | WITHDRAWN | ||
| 56 | Simonson, Brita | Anaerobic Cellulose Degrading Bacteria of Soap Lake, Washington | Dr. Holly C. Pinkart, Biological Sciences |
| 57 | Betz, Jeremiah N. (McNair Scholar) | Perfluoralkyl Iodonium Ylides as Potential Carbene Precursors | Dr. JoAnn DeLuca, Chemistry |
| 58 | Hill, Kathryn (McNair Scholar) | Effect of Dissolved Oxygen Concentration and Water Flow on the Push-up Behavior of Stonefly Nymphs (Plecoptera) | Dr. Patrick Bryan, Biological Sciences |
| 59 | Lambert, Kayme A. | South Kittitas Valley: Changes in the Agricultural Landscape (1954 - 2001) | Dr. James Huckabay, Geography and Land Studies |
| 60 | Narisawa, Chikaho and Boyce, Richard (McNair Scholar) | Gene Expression During Seed Germination | Dr. Steve Verhey, Biological Sciences |
| 61 | Betz, J. A.; Brown, S. M.; Feysa, P. M.; St. Clair, J. D.; Tischer, C. L.; Torset, C. R.; Wallace, L. E. | A Plant Inventory for Swauk Valley Ranch Nature Trail | Dr. Linda Raubeson and Dr. Tom Cottrell, Biological Sciences |
| 62 | Milligan, Amber; Arguello, Amanda; Sash, Deidra | Plant Diversity on Bajadas in the Sonoran Desert and Tropical Dry Forest | Dr. Daniel D. Beck, Biological Sciences |
| 63 | Rooney, Robert; Caputo, Daniel; Moxley, Nathan | Microclimates of the Sonoran Desert, Tropical Dry Forest and Coastal Thornscrub | Dr. Daniel D. Beck, Biological Sciences and Dr. Lisa Ely, Geological Sciences |
| 64 | Weaver, Robert; Engstrom, Brigid; Clubb, Matt | A Comparative Study of Lizards in Mexican Tropical Dry Forests | Dr. Daniel D. Beck, Biological Sciences |