Mental Freedom: The Traveler's Map to Wellbeing

Kathryn Collins, Governors State University
Olivia Jeziorczak, Governors State University
Figen Karadogan, Governors State University

D34115

paper

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Relational Teaching in the Age of AI: A Pilot Study of Learning Analytics and Student - Faculty Engagement

Yamunasrivalli Akki, Governors State University
Suryakiran Vuppay, Governors State University
Forhan Emdad, Governors State University

C3380

paper

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Research in Literary Studies, Panel 3

Gabrielle Bierdz, Governors State University
Taji Lacy, Governors State University
Shannel Owens, Governors State University

D34182

panel

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Research in Writing Studies, Strategic Communication, and Literary Culture, Panel 4

Victoria Gómez, Governors State University
Alexander Randak, Governors State University
Christina Williams, Governors State University

D34190

panel

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Using AI as a Load Management Tool in Baseball Pitchers

David Snedden, Governors State University
Dr. Soon-Ok Park, Governors State University

C3331

paper

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Using AI Tools Through a Human-Centered, Linguistic Justice Lens to Support Biliteracy for Multilingual Learners with Disabilities

Sara L. Jozwik, Governors State University
Camille O'Quin, Governors State University
Steven K. Sharp, Governors State University

D2444

paper

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

AI-fueled client-centric Project-Based Learning

Jan Figa, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Care Partner Perspectives of the Transition Process from School-Based Services to Adulthood for Young Adults with Severe Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Samantha Rietveld, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Development of an AI-Coded Protein Quantitation Analyzer for Biochemistry Research and Instruction

Walter A. Henne, Governors State University
Adil Iqbal, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Development of an AI-Coded Protein-Dye Labeling Calculator and Protocol Generator for Research and Instruction

Walter A. Henne, Governors State University
Morgan Krause, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Development of an AI-Coded Size Exclusion Chromatography Modeling Application for Biochemistry Research and Instruction

Walter A. Henne, Governors State University
Ahren Kirschbaum, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Educator Advocacy and Postsecondary Readiness Politics

Chastinee C. McNeil, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Expert Insights: Identifying Knowledge Gaps in Driver Rehabilitation and Community Mobility Beyond ACOTE Standards

Luther King, Governors State University
Madysen Gaus, Governors State University
Arthur Katzmann, Governors State University
Lia Shomaly, Governors State University
Keniya Smith, Governors State University
Tina Tindall, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Finding Life Satisfaction Through a Week of Gratitude

Samanta DeSantis, Governors State University
Ipek Uzumcu, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

From Feelings of Belonging to Academic Success at GovState

Christina Zahorik, Governors State University
Samantha DeSantis, Governors State University
Olivia Jeziorczak, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

From Past Burdens to Finding Peace Through Spirituality

Samantha DeSantis, Governors State University
Christina Zahorik, Governors State University
Elena Popovic, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Graduate Students' Perceptions of Generative AI's Impact on Critical Thinking Development

Erin Simpson, Governors State University
Chloe Berns, Governors State University
Grace Foley, Governors State University
Nicole Hill, Governors State University
Kevin Murney, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Health Care Graduate Students’ Perceptions of University Resources and Strategies to Support Stress Management and Well-Being

Rebecca Kvasnicka, Governors State University
Jessica Brizuela OTS, Governors State University
Taylor Brown OTS, Governors State University
Ciara Golden OTS, Governors State University
Diana Guzman OTS, Governors State University
Lauren Kelly, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Impacts of Von Restorff Effect on Memory

Emily Estrada, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Investigating Best Practices in Diagnostic Reasoning and Differential Diagnosis: Implications for Occupational Therapy

Frank Czuba DrOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Laila Atra-Yassin OTS, Governors State University
Cassidy Green OTS, Governors State University
Shaylynn Krause OTS, Governors State University
Stephanie Petersen OTS, Governors State University
Alisa Robinson, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Older Adults and Emerging Technology Fraud in the AI Deepfake Era

Thiago Neves, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Rapid Prototyping of a C-Reactive Protein Lateral Flow Assay Using Commercial Reagents and Pre-Manufactured Test Strips

Walter A. Henne, Governors State University
Rachel Myers, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Research Days 2026 Recognition Luncheon

Office of the Provost, Governors State University

E-Lounge

event

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

The Maya and Their Significance in The World Today

Ayhlana Jackson, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Understanding and Applying Multi-Sensory Strategies: Stakeholder Perspectives in Adult Day Settings

Dustin Hogan DrOT, MOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Jillian Rancatore DrOT, MOT, OTR/L, Governors State University
Mia Barton OTS, Governors State University
Zahria Edwards OTS, Governors State University
Brent Fitzgerald Jr., OTS, Governors State University
Jadyn Powell-Cork OTS, Governors State University
Sandra Sowa, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

11:30 AM - 12:45 PM

Discovering And Letting Go

Elena Popovic, Governors State University
Samantha DeSantis, Governors State University
Olivia Jeziorczak, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

How Boring is This? Examining Psychometric Properties of the Job Boredom Index

Stephen Wagner, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Microbial Abundance and Physiology Variation in Carbon Use Patterns Along a Latitudinal Gradient From the UP of Michigan to Chicago

Navya Sri, Governors State University
Tadepalli Naga Venkata
Timothy Gsell, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Not So Glamorous: The Downsides of Fame

Kaylee Piszro, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Prowler

Julio Galvan, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Relational Teaching in the Age of AI: A Model for Feedback-Driven Learning

Dr. Natalie Coleman, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

SkyWatch

Fridaos Opoola, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

The Choices Athletes Make, and the Regret They Face

Olivia Jeziorczak, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

The Power of Patience: Delayed Gratification and Regret

Christina Zahorik, Governors State University
Elena Popovic, Governors State University
Samantha DeSantis, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

The Psychological Impact of the Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Perceived Leadership Effectiveness Among African American Women in Social Service Leadership

Shereeta Little, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Work Life Balance Amongst Americans

Kyah Moore, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Relational Teaching in the Age of AI : Promoting Hemp and Cannabis Literacy Through an Interdisciplinary Community Partnership Model

Tonya S. Roberson PhD, MPH,DTR, Governors State University
Raven Worthy-Sutton

D2444

paper

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Soil Organic Carbon Stocks and Vertical Distribution in Upland and Floodplain Forests of Thorn Creek, Northeastern Illinois

Xiaoyong Chen, Governors State University
Krystilyn Bauske, Governors State University
Christopher Groesbeck, Governors State University
Eric Nelson, Governors State University

University Library

poster_session

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

What Disappears Quietly: Gentrification and Childhood Memory

Victoria Gómez, Governors State University

C3331

paper

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM