9AM - 11AM

Presentations - GovState Campus

11:30AM - 1PM

Faculty Research Excellence Scholarship Awards & Luncheon

11:45AM - 1:15PM

Poster Sessions - University Library

1:30PM - 2:30PM

Presentations - GovState Campus

3PM - 4:15PM

Keynote Panel: Creative Research Methods at GovState
Possibilities for Cross-Pollination and Collaboration

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Schedule
2024
Thursday, April 18th
9:00 AM

Welcome and Registration

Research Days Committee, Governors State University

GovState Entry Foyer

event

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

10:00 AM

Adaptive Capacities of Nonprofits in Crisis: Insights from the COVID-19 Pandemic

Erica Ceka, Governors State University

University Library - D2401A

paper

10:00 AM - 10:40 AM

10:00 AM

“Campus as Canvas”: Students Discuss an Arts-Infused University

Anna Bernadska, Governors State University
Linda Campos-Moreira, Governors State University
Giesela Grumbach, Governors State University

D34000

paper

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

10:00 AM

Links to Parent Involvement and Higher Education Success Literature Review

Tiffany M. Weathers-Fincher, Governors State University

University Library - D2401C

paper

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

10:45 AM

Borderline Budgets: Analyzing Fiscal Responses to the Russian-Ukrainian War in Neighboring Countries

Erica Ceka, Governors State University

University Library - D2401A

paper

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM

10:45 AM

DEI SMI (Staff, Mentoring, Integration) and Student Development Plan

Karen Williams-Blackman, Governors State University

D34000

paper

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM

10:45 AM

Teacher Retention in K-6 Schools- What Do TEACHERS Say They Need?

Amy Wagner, Governors State University

D34115

paper

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

11:30 AM

Faculty Research Excellence Scholarship Awards & Luncheon

Governors State University Foundation
Office of the Provost, Governors State University

E-Lounge

event

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

11:45 AM

Characteristics of Earthworms in Selective Forest Types in Michigan-Illinois Region

Xiaoyong Chen, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Children's Illiteracy: What Causes It?

Alyssa Dillinger, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Creating a Culture of Inclusivity and Belonging for BIPOC Graduate Students in Speech-Language Pathology

Nicole Bing Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Governors State University
Jessica Bonner PhD, CCC-SLP, Governors State University
Camille O'Quin Ed.D., CCC-SLP, Governors State University
Elaine Reyna M.A., CCC-SLP, Governors State University
Angela Riccelli Ed.D., CCC-SLP, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Exploring Study Strategies for Success on the NBCOT Exam

Erin Simpson Dr. OT, MOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Jenny Dolar, Governors State University
Amanda Johnson, Governors State University
Courtnie Tolar, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Exploring the Necessity for a Community-Based Driver Rehabilitation Program Within the Chicago Southland Area: The Physician's Perspective

Luther King, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Exploring the Role of Occupational Therapy in the Delivery of Trauma-Informed Services to Hospital-Based Clients

Frank Czuba DrOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Kaycee Sain MOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Bridget Burke OTS, Governors State University
Morgan Carr OTS, Governors State University
Daria Lending OTS, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Exploring the Threads: Adjunct Faculty Dynamics at Governors State University

Tyler Hartke, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

How do Parents Impact Their Children's Attitudes on Gender?

Devine Kazlauskas, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Mangos vs. Poison Ivy: A Connection Between Allergens and Flavor Profiles

Sana S. Mahar, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

New & Current Non-invasive Occupational Therapy Interventions in Post Stroke Rehabilitation

Cynthia Carr DrOT, MS, OTR/L, Governors State University
Genevieve Marion OTS, Governors State University
Jaclyn Robbins OTS, Governors State University
Gema Solis OTS, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Occupational Therapy Students' Perceptions of Managing Stress on Fieldwork through Occupational Engagement

Rebecca Kvasnicka, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Unlocking the Potential: Unraveling the Impact of Standardized Testing on 3-8th Graders in Illinois

Khalliah Gardner, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

11:45 AM

Unraveling the Gender Disparity: Investigating the Factors Behind Women’s Higher ACL Injury Risk

Kylie Smith, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

1:30 PM

Examining Factors Influencing Mental Health Services for Foster Children and Youth in Illinois: A Focus on Evidence-Based Practices

Felisia Weaver-Gladney, Governors State University

D34115

paper

1:30 PM - 1:45 PM

1:30 PM

Surveying the Impact of an Animated Infographic with Interviews on the Awareness of Stroke Signs and Symptoms

Jessica Bonner Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Governors State University
Nicole Bing Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Governors State University
Maryleen Jones PT, DHS, Governors State University
Luther King DrOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Tonya Roberson Ph.D., MPH, Governors State University
Victoria Dean Graduate Student CDIS, Governors State University

D34011

panel

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

1:30 PM

The Collapse of FTX: How Media Sentiment, Celebrity, and FOMO Led to the Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried and FTX

Chevonne Alston, Governors State University

D34005

paper

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

2:15 PM

Writing Environments and Third Places

Ansam Abdeljaber, Governors State University

D34005

paper

2:15 PM - 2:30 PM

3:00 PM

Keynote Panel: Creative Research Methods at GovState - Possibilities for Cross-Pollination and Collaboration

Ujvala Rajadhyaksha, Governors State University
Katherine Carl, Governors State University
Frank Czuba, Governors State University
Christopher A. Dignam, Governors State University
Megan VanGorder, Governors State University

Engbretson Hall

panel

3:00 PM - 4:15 PM