Journal of Student Research 2019

Journal of Student Research

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Table of Contents

SOPHOMORE

Ted Bensen Communications Technologies

The Curious Link Between Free Will & Time Travel Gina Roznak

McKenzie Brogan Alexis Fordon Megan Miller Avery Rueckheim Jeff Thoenes Graphic Communications Practicum (GCOM-443)

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kevin Drzakowski .............................................................11

JUNIOR

School-to-Prison Pipeline; Its Creation, Effects, and How It Can Be Dimished Madalaine McConville Faculty Advisor: Dr. Tina Lee................................................................................23

On the Cover Design

“While looking for common ground behind the various subjects covered in the Journal of Student Research, what they all have in common is the place of origin - Menomonie, WI. The final cover design includes a vintage topographic map of Menomonie. The vintage map gives a nod to the historical aspect of research and how much of today’s research needs to build off of previous accomplishments in order to be successful. Furthermore, the curves of the topographic map are also reminiscent of folds in the brain – an essential research component.” Emily Wettergren

SENIOR

Friday the 13th: How Superstitions, Luck, and Mood Influence Decision Making Jacob Dixon and Katrina Franda Faculty Advisor: Dr. Chelsea Lovejoy..................................................................35

Game of Sofas: Furniture Sales in Menomonie, Wisconsin Derrick Buntrock

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jason Walter.........................................................................47

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Impacts and Factors of Women in STEM Education at UW-Stout Michaela Guerrini

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Sylvia Tiala ..........................................................................63

The Meiji Secret: The Emergence of Zaibatsu Dominance in Japan Marcus Ramirez

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Christopher Marshall.........................................................77

Navigating Modern Horror Films with a Feminist Perspective Amanda Schroeder

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Michael Heagle....................................................................91

Orisha, Divination, and Death in the Yoruba Culture of West Africa Ebonee Rainwater

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Cynthia Bland....................................................................101