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 2022
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
Development of a Fluorescent Method for Locus-Specific Targeting of the PKD1 Gene, Casey Klover
Production of gel-capsule pharmaceutical with improved bioavailability, Nazneen Kolah
Comparing Behavioral Activation with and Without a Values Component: A Systematic Review, Natalie Komoll
MKTG 4810 IMC Campaigns course - AAF National Advertising Competition, Hannah Korbel
Stories in Song, Lauren Kowal
Holistic Education: How and Why, Amanda Krebs
A View into Secondary Education Mathematics, Thomas Krieger Jr.
Thermal & Efficiency Analysis for a High-Speed Gearbox, Reid Larson
The Rebrand of SheaMoisture, Anna LeChard
ASECRET Charting and Sensory Processing Disorder - A Tool for Parents and Teachers, Taylor Lerman
Influences: Eight Songs/Artists That Impacted My Musical Journey, Ava Lynch
Regional Airline Pilot Profession Post Colgan 3407, Brett Maas
Empower! A Poetry Curriculum for the 21st Century Learner, Misty Maina
Patient Knowledge of Family History of Cardiac Events and Risk Factors: Potential for Increase in Preventative Care of Cardiovascular Diseases, Joseph Marentette
Candace McMurray Senior Jazz Voice Recital, Candace McMurray
A3 Dynamic Sourcing Problem Solving Using Tableau Desktop, Miranda McNiven
The Effects of COVID-19 on Well-Being of Healthcare Workers, Hannah Meissner
Tropical Cyclone Translation Speeds in the Northern Atlantic Ocean, Marybeth Melcher
D-042503, Elizabeth Miller
A History of Skydiving in West Michigan, Garrett Mohney
Identifying the interface between nicotine oxidoreductase and its cytochrome c binding partner, Elizabeth Mumby
Impacts of Psychoeducation Programs and Moderators on Effectiveness for Depression: A Systematic Review, Marina Myers
NSAC, Maggie Neuman
The Musical Water Fountain, Amy Nielsen
Leveraging Both Art and Science In National Level Sales Competitions, Sarah Obermeyer
Composting during winter versus summer: a microbial analysis, Madison Ochs
Roundabout Design at Clare Ave and US 127, Clare, MI, Elise Olson
Walking for Connectedness, Annaka Oudekerk
Thermal & Efficiency Analysis for a High-Speed Gearbox, Austin Owen
Age as a Moderator in the Relationship Between Coping Strategies and Well-Being During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Hailey Owens
A Walk Through Western Michigan University's History, Melissa Paduk
The Mechanism of Protein Stabilization by Additives under Electrothermal Supercharging Conditions., Rajendra Panth
Music Therapy Interventions and their Outcomes on Hematology and Oncology Patients, and Outpatient Groups, Alexandra Paque
Chevy Traverse Kneel System, Kabya Paudel
Ethical Monetization for Social Media Companies, Leo Phillips
Teaching Language Variation in K-12 Schools, Samantha Phillips
AAF'S Student Case, Charles W. Poole III
Examination of Sedentary Behavior and Stress Levels in Undergraduate Students at Western Michigan University, Samantha Putman
Communication Techniques for Nursing Students, Erin Raby
Evaluation of the Economic Repurpose of Grit and Cake Waste in a Precipitated Calcium Carbonate Plant, Matthew Reeves
A National IMC Campaign for Meta Quest 2, Isabella Reister
The Effect of a Toilet Training Seminar on Classroom Staff's Knowledge of Evidence-Based Toileting Practices, Madeline Ritter
Impact of DACA on education & employment and the need for a permanent solution, Autumn Roemer
Investigation on the Effect of Binders on the Performance of Si-based Anodes of Lithium-ion Batteries, Christopher Rohen
A National IMC Campaign for Meta Quest 2, Sydney Schramm
Teaching Kids About Media and Digital Literacy, Lauren Schuster
Electromagnetically Propelled Garage Door, Connor Seifert
The Positive Effects of Study Abroad on Education, Brooke Semler
Intrusion Detection System for IOT Devices, Alvaro Serrano Rivas
Subdivision Site Design in Antwerp Township, Peyton Smith
Sexual Assault: Disclosure, Healthcare Barriers and Facilitators, and Interventions, Meghan Stepnitz
Entrepreneurial Finance, Jackson Stewart
“Have You Seen Me?”: Forensic Art for Human Identification, McKenzie Stommen
The Fall of the Pakatan Harapan (PH): Contesting Nationalism in Malaysia, Cheng Kidd Sun
Portage Community Center Marketing Plan, Alyssa Thompson
Analysis of the Relationship between Mental Health and Exercise in College Students Pre- COVID-19 Pandemic to Current Data, Chloe Tomasic
The Gibbs House: Visual Storytelling through Brand Identity and Placemaking, Elizabeth Tran
How has COVID-19 Affected Student’s Motivation?, Jack Trauger
Creation of Preschool Evaluation for Children Experiencing Sensory Processing Disorders, Brittney Tuck
Racial Health and Productivity Inequalities in the United States, Elissia Vecere
Creation of Preschool Evaluation for Children Experiencing Sensory Processing Disorders, Mary Vestal
PFAS Mass Balance, Donovan Vitale
Forest Communication and Communicating About Forests: Using Art, Music, and Filmmaking to Explore Ecological Paradigm Shifts, Lauren Vroman
The Effect of Estrogen on GDNF Production of Skeletal Muscle In Vitro, Hope Welter
Take Care, Nicole Wetzel
The Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Airport Demand Forecasts and Critical Aircraft for Commercial Service Airports Serving Southwest Michigan, Matthew Wietstock
"Contemporary Audio Software Designs and Applications", Jacob Wolfe
Industry 4.0 Manufacturing System, Mey Wong
From the Farm to Higher Education: Interpreting the Experience of Students with a Migrant/Seasonal Farm Working Background and Have Participated in the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), Elizbia Xaxni-Capula
Industry 4.0, Zachary Zeitler
Theses from 2021
How Gata3 Affects Neuronal Survival in the Inner Ear, Hiba Ahmad
Immobilization of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in PFAS-Contaminated Materials, Samiya Aljabri
A Review of Remote Work Evaluation Approaches, Rebecca Allen
Mercury Emissions from Iron Mining and Copper Mining in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan, Ahmed Al Rahbi
Literature review of human HDR syndrome with GATA3 Haplo insufficiency, Olivia Ambursley-Gries
Building institutional knowledge into student leaders: A repository of student-led climate change initiatives at WMU, Aida Amirul Bahri