Undergraduate Research: Recent submissions
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The Impact of Virtual Reality Technology on Public Speaking Anxiety
(2021-04)Individuals struggle with anxiety ranging from that of mild to severe anxiety disorders, which require much more in-depth treatment. This single participant design explored how effective the use of publicly available virtual ... -
Recidivism and Reintegration: Barriers Facing Ex-Offenders of Color in Employment
(2020)Studies have found that job placement is a great way to combat recidivism, but for many ex-offenders finding work can be difficult. Despite job training and placement programs, many ex-offenders are rejected by companies ... -
The Systemic Plague: Racism in the American Health Care System
(2020-12-01)While health care for Blacks in modern America has improved since colonial times, there are still underlying systemic problems of racism in our health care system. In this paper, I discuss how health care for Blacks in ... -
Blessed are the Peacemakers? : Christianity's Perpetuation of Violence against Women of Color
(2020-12-01)Violence against women of color takes many forms. These forms include domestic violence, racialized violence, and institution-initiated violence. While Christianity may not be a direct cause of violence against women, it ... -
Pregnant and Afraid: Opioid-Using Expectant Mothers Facing Injustices in Rural Appalachia
(2020-11-12)The United States Food and Drug Administration first approved several opioids—oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, etc.—for prescription use in the late 20th century. What started as simple, effective painkillers quickly led ...