The honors thesis is a time-honored tradition in the Lee Honors College. It is an opportunity for students to demonstrate to themselves and others the knowledge and skills they have developed during their undergraduate studies and honors experience. The general purpose of the thesis is to create a capstone work that reflects the expertise they have developed in their major field of study or interest.
Honors theses completed at Western Michigan University are entered into ScholarWorks. Some may be embargoed or restricted by the authors or we have been unable to reach the authors, so the theses may be only available from on-campus computers. If you are an author of an honors thesis and would like to make it available off campus or if you have any questions, please contact wmu-scholarworks@wmich.edu.
Theses from 2023
Investigations on the Effect of Binders on the Performance of Si-Based Anodes of Lithium-Ion Batteries, Derek Ronayne
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on New Graduate Nurses and Their Nursing Judgement and Decision Making, Chase Rosengarten
Traveling with a Purpose: Sustainable Tourism, Nina Rossman
Expressions of Femininity in Fantasy Settings, Samantha Schultz
Application of New Coating to Replace Poly Liner, Andrew Siegfried
Spiritual Care Within the Field of Healthcare, Summer Sirrine
Integrated Curriculum for an elementary school classroom, Karen Smith
Transracial adoption; Cultural pedagogy in the context of social work, Tianna Smith
Runner’s Health, Grace Stibich
An artful examination of the stories within the story One Thousand and One Nights as they evolve through history and the world., Jacquelyn Stout
Impact of Cultural Perceptions of Education on Mental Health Outcomes Among Asian and Asian-American Students, Firzana Syazania
The Impact of Staffing Shortages in Healthcare, Sana Syed
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on New Graduate Nurses and Their Nursing Judgement and Decision Making, Marisa Szydlowski
Exploring the Evolution of Hatching Enzymes in Killifishes, Shannon Tan Ee Shuen
Optimizing a Facility Expansion, Noah Tanguay
The Second Frontier, a senior recital, Jasanna Tayler
National Advertising Campaign for Indeed, Megan Taylor
What are the effects of socio-political stances marketed through social media?, Brianna Trierweiler
Kalamazoo Nature Center Mobile App, Wei Shun Tye
Rack Tracking System, Selyn Zhi Lin Ung
Symbolic Math Grader, Luke Vanzweden
Our Voices: Getting to Know Autism - Creating an Informative Website for Autistic College Students, Ashley Wagner
Developing a Positive Self-Talk Toolbox, Megan Wagner
Board Game Exploration, Isabella Waite
WMU Soccer Field Lighting. Power Distribution, and Controls, Jordan Walker
RSO Longevity Fund, Martin Fitzgerald Walker
Cannabidiol (CBD) & The Confused Consumer: How a Lack of Leadership and Education is Stunting CBD Growth, Katelyn Wandel
The Impact of the War in Gaza on Pediatric Mental Health, Noura Warsi
API Drying and Packaging Technology Upgrades, Destiny Washington
Optimization of Material Flow of Woodshop Through Layout Redesign, Madison Wegner
Connections Through Contrast: The Built Environment Embracing Fine Art Exhibition, Josilyn Welch
The Effects of Green Exercise on a Person's Mental Wellbeing, Tristen Wesenberg
Chemical and Genetic Composition Analysis of Organic and Nonorganic Tortilla Chips, Aubrey White-Day
The Importance of the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations: A Study on Mali, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan, Tess Whitehurst
High Power Rocket Motor Test Bench, Jonathan Wine
Sociological viewpoint of Intersectionality: a focus on class, identity and sexual orientation, Sue Jiun Yap
ACT and CBT: A Comparison of Predictors for Depression and Anxiety, Madeline Yorke
Aviation Mentorship Program, Joseph Zynda
Theses from 2022
Pragmatic Analysis of "Moushiagete-oku", Sarah Aartila
Perceptions of Trauma-Informed Care in an Intimate Partner Violence Resource Center, Kailyn Alderman
What is the purpose of an innovation center and what makes it successful., Rima Alkhudhuri
Characterization of Mumian and host rock in Al-Amerat cave, Oman., Sara Alqamshouai
Litigating Reproductive Rights: The Evolving Support Structure in the United States, Allison Anker
FSAE Vehicle Instrumentation and Validation, Alexander Anthony
Gear Spool Side Table, Everett Austerman
The Importance of Public Space During the COVID-19 Pandemic with a Case Study of the City of Kalamazoo’s Kik Pool, Natalie Baker
coex., Sylvan Benton
An analysis of the extent to which responsible technology is taught in R1 and R2 research Universities in Michigan., Maisie Blaukamp
Understanding CNC Capacity Through Production Time Estimation, Kaitlin Bluhm
Case Study - The Outcomes of Occupational Therapy for an Autistic Teen, Molly Boyle
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Human Resource Management Practices of the American Auto Industry, Connor Bradley
Exercise Education of Western Michigan University Students who use the University Recreation Center, Rachael Brewer
Active vs Passive Investing, Garret Buchheit
Cost Efficient 3D Printed Mold for Thermoforming, Julianna Buck
AAF's National Student Advertising Competition, Katherine Caldwell
Second Life Solutions, Maria Catenacci
Android App for Tour Guides, Jia Yu Chan
A National IMC Campaign for Meta Quest 2, Gianna Chlada
From Racial Theory to Genocide: The Origins and Implementation of the Hunger Plan, Andrew Cochran
Business Financing: Bonds, Joshua Davis
The Effect of Foam-Rolling on Vertical Jump and Range of Motion of the Hip and Ankle, Katie Davis
Factors Influencing Alcohol Use During COVID-19 With College Students, Nikki Davis
Subdivision Site Design in Antwerp Township, Alec DenBraber
Refuge: Seeking Solace Amidst Chaos, Andrew Deur
Sound for the Cinema: A Senior Composition Recital by Lindsay Dills, Lindsay Dills
Refugee and Asylee Policy in the United States, Hannah Domsic
Cost Model of Aluminum Extrusion and Processing, Robert Doran
Do College Baseball Players Want to See the Implementation of the Strike Zone?, Gavin Doyle
Improving the Safety and Efficiency of Pre-Flighting a Single Engine Training Aircraft Using 3D Printed Caddies, Eric Effinger
Accepting the Monster Within: Addressing Mental Illness Through Young Adult Literature, Jenna Ellis
COVID-19 impact on the hospitalization rates for eating disorders, Jennifer Ess
Comparison of Bio-mass to Bio-oil Reactor Systems: Direct Conversion vs. Companion Coal Gasification, Luci Evans
What are the essential elements of the customer journey experience for food delivery?, Benjamin Famiano
The Impact on Students’ Academic Achievement During COVID-19 Impacted Semesters, James Gallagher
Synthesis and Characterization of Functionalized Nanojars as Templates for Macrocyclization, John Getson
Kleinstuck Preserve: A Valuable Migratory Bird Stopover in Kalamazoo, MI, Kelly Giles
Implications of Facial Coverings on Communication, Katherine Giustino
German Loanwords in Japanese: Introduction to and Presence in Modern Japanese Society, Jillian Glasser
Effects of Acute and Chronic Tramadol Administration on Radial Arm Maze Performance in Rats, Jennifer Graeber
Western Michigan University Main Campus Parking Garage, Brendan Graham
I am because you are, Avree Gundersen
Campaigning in the Digital Age: How Social Media Changed the Framework of Elections, Faith Hamelin
Female Genital Mutilation in Somali Region, Rakia Hassan
Design, Optimization, and Construction of Flexure, Optical, Damping, and Leveling Systems for Electric Propulsion Thrust Stand, Logan Hefferan
Study of Deexcitation Intensities to the K-Shell in Iron 55, Eric Helgemo
Ways to Decrease Risk of Postpartum Hemorrhage, Madison Holcomb
Interventive Learning Web App, Ummey Tilok Jahan
The Collegiate Aviation Student Guide to Success; A Flight Student’s Perspective, Stephan Jansen Van Vuuren
Exploring the Gap: Positive and Negative Experiences of the Clinical Nurse Educator, Ariana Johnson
Business Plan: Airbnb Host, Madison Jonkman
The Effects of Holistic Modalities on Stress Reduction in Nursing Students Attending School during the Pandemic, Rachel Kamp
Contact Card Cleanup, Dominic Kares
Literature Review on Outer Hair Cell Regeneration and Potential Hearing Restoration, Serena Karlov
Is the Zebrafish speed bump Mutant a Mutation in wee1? And Is It a Complete Loss of Function?, Nathania Karyadi
Android App for Tour Guides, Muhammad Salman Khan
Senior Recital, Saxophone, Owen Kilpatrick