IU Northwest Research Forum Delivers Public Affairs Research to Professionals

Students will present their findings at series of sessions through end of year

iun1The School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) at Indiana University Northwest invites students, academic researchers, and working professionals to the Fall 2013 Research Forum, with upcoming sessions planned for October 14, 15, 29, November 19, 21, 26 and December 2, 3, 5.

The SPEA Research Forum showcases research by faculty, students and guest speakers. Students, in particular, are encouraged to participate in research projects through independent studies under the supervision of their faculty mentors. Both undergraduate and graduate students conduct their research while completing service learning courses or internships. Research projects provide opportunities for students to apply theory and collect and analyze data while developing critical thinking and problem solving skills.

The upcoming sessions of the Fall 2013 Research Forum include:

Monday, Oct. 14
7 to 7:30 p.m.
Dunes Medical/Professional Building, Room 2080

“The Commodification of the Grief Counseling Experience”
Susan Zinner, Ph.D.

Tuesday, Oct. 15
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 202

“Through Thick and Thin? How Self Determination Drives Multinational Subsidiaries to Continue Corporate Sustainability Initiatives”
Kalim Shah, Ph.D.

Tuesday, Oct. 29
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 211

“Reporting or Not Reporting: Police Discretion in the Era of Mandatory Reporting for Domestic Violence Cases”
Dan Tsataros, Monica Solinas-Saunders, Ph.D., Joe Ferrandino, Ph.D., and graduate student Deanna Perez

Tuesday, Nov. 19
5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 202

“Multiple Choice Tests versus True Assignments: What Testing Method Can Best Predict Student Performance?”
Atta Ceesay, Ph.D., and Monica Solinas-Saunders, Ph.D.

“What Are Issues and Concerns with Measuring Students’ Achievement through Standardized Tests?”
Holly Koch, graduate student

“The Role of Gender in Deciding to Which Charity to Contribute?”
Amanda Parker, graduate student

Thursday, Nov. 21
5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 202

“Recruitment and Retention Diversity Efforts in Higher Education”
Jennifer Potter, graduate student

“Why do Juveniles Repeat Offending”
Chris Carter, graduate student

“Teacher Responsiveness of Students with Behavioral and Emotional Disabilities in Urban and Suburban Schools”
Joy Holliday, graduate student

“Undocumented Immigrants’ Access to Preventive Medical Services”
Linda Ferlance, graduate student

Tuesday, Nov. 26
5:50 to 6:45 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 202

“The Effect of a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Case on Crime Levels in a Local Community”
Daniel Cruz, graduate student

“Reunification Process for Families in CWS”
Darniesha Morris, graduate student

“African-American Males’ Marginalization and Alienation in the United States”
Todd Deloney, graduate student

Monday, Dec. 2
5:30 p.m. (room to be determined)

Poster presentations by students on various criminal justice topics covered in the SPEA capstone course.

Tuesday, Dec. 3
5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 202

“Customer Relationship Management in Northwest Indiana Nonprofit Organizations”
Carolyn Jones, graduate student

“Perceived Behavioral Changes within the Context of Gentrification”
Dianne Street, graduate student

“Student Perceptions and Motivations to Use Supplemental Academic Supports”
Jennifer Dennison, graduate student

“Child Welfare System: An Analysis of Risk Factors for Juvenile Delinquency”
Tamera Kelley, graduate student

Thursday, Dec. 5
5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Raintree Hall, Room 202

“Taking Work Home: The Effects of Job Stress on Intimate Relationships”
Andrew Bustos, graduate student

“Access of Care and Perception of Quality of Care: An Investigation Among Families of Children with Down Syndrome”
Diamondo (Diana) Proimos, graduate student

“Capacity Building and the Integration of Latino Immigrants in Lake and Porter Counties, IN” Deborah Niksch, graduate student

For more information about SPEA’s Fall Research Forum, please contact Monica Solinas-Saunders at msolinas@iun.edu.

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