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Abstract ID: 83 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-4 Abstract Title: Perception of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Usage in Higher Education Student: Alexander Becker (APBECKER@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Summer Roberts (smcwilli@uscb.edu) Author List: Dr. Summer Roberts, Arcenia Stevens, Erin McHayle, Kristin Sas, Alexander Becker, Khalique Coleman-Eigner Program: Social Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: This study examines how demographics and prior exposure to digital technology shape students’ perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) use and ethical decision-making in higher education. Using a mixed-methods approach, 59 college students completed surveys and five participated in interviews about prior experience with technology, AI use, trust, and ethical decision-making in academic settings. .Quantitative findings show that students reported a strong basic understanding of AI, but their use of AI for academic work was more moderate. Participants were most likely to use AI for writing and studying, while also recognizing that AI can produce inaccurate information. Differences in trust and use appeared across age, race, and other demographic measures, although these differences were not consistent enough to suggest a clear demographic pattern. . Qualitative findings showed that participants generally viewed AI as acceptable for support tasks such as studying, brainstorming, and proofreading, but not for completing academic work in place of their own effort. Interviews also reflected concerns about cheating, plagiarism, and the risk of becoming too reliant on AI. Overall, the findings suggest that prior experience with technology played a more consistent role than demographics in shaping students’ perceptions of AI use in higher education. |
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Abstract ID: 97 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-18 Abstract Title: Understanding the Drivers of Fish Kills in Saltwater Impoundments of the Lowcountry Student: Layla Bowman (LCBOWMAN@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Daniel Pettay (dpettay@uscb.edu) Author List: Layla Bowman, Dr. D. Tye Pettay (Faculty Mentor), Jake Zadik (2) Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Bray’s Island is a conservation-minded community encompassing 5,500 acres of pristine forests and wetlands. Within this community are fresh and saltwater impoundments, primarily used as recreational fishing ponds. Occasional fish kills occur in these ponds, impacting both aquatic ecology and community recreation, yet the exact causes of these kills is unknown. Therefore, a better understanding of the ecology of these ponds is needed. To characterize these impoundments, water quality monitoring was conducted weekly throughout the summer of 2025 for temperature, salinity, and dissolved oxygen (DO), along with further laboratory analyses for chlorophyll. During the sampling three separate fish kills occurred in two of the six saltwater ponds monitored, Woods Pond and Middle Pond. Interestingly, pond DO remained below the EPA guideline of 5 mg/L for all but one pond (South Sanctuary Pond) throughout the, summer and DO decreased as the summer progressed. It appears that temperature-driven low DO was not the primary driver of the fish kills but was a function of algal blooms that likely led to a further decrease in oxygen due to microbial respiration of excess algal biomass. |
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Abstract ID: 85 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-11 Abstract Title: Arbovirus Surveillance in South Carolina: Monitoring Mosquito Species Diversity and Viral Activity Using State-Level Data Student: Lexie Castro (LNCASTRO@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Emily Webb (webbem@uscb.edu) Author List: Lexie Castro, Sophia Stalford, Dr.Webb Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Mosquito-transmitted arboviruses pose a growing public health concern due to their widespread distribution and ability to cause severe disease in humans and animals. In South Carolina, diverse mosquito species support transmission cycles for pathogens including West Nile virus, Eastern equine encephalitis virus, La Crosse virus, and Cache Valley virus. Surveillance efforts conducted by the South Carolina Department of Public Health have documented the presence of these viruses in mosquito populations and occasional spillover infections in humans and animals. State and local surveillance programs routinely conduct mosquito trapping and viral testing to monitor arbovirus activity and identify periods of increased transmission risk. Seasonal mosquito abundance, combined with environmental factors such as rainfall and temperature, creates conditions conducive to arbovirus transmission. In addition, migratory birds play a critical ecological role in maintaining and dispersing certain arboviruses, particularly West Nile virus, through enzootic bird–mosquito transmission cycles. This project presents a descriptive analysis of state-level surveillance data examining mosquito species diversity, infection monitoring, and reported arbovirus detections in mosquito pools, humans, and animals. By summarizing current mosquito surveillance data, this work highlights the importance of sustained vector monitoring for guiding mosquito control strategies and improving public health awareness in South Carolina. |
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Abstract ID: 50 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-13 Abstract Title: The Impact of Enslaved Peoples on the Agricultural History of the Lowcountry Student: Alistair Connor (BBCONNOR@email.sc.edu) Faculty Mentor: Babet Villena-Alvarez (jivillen@uscb.edu) Author List: Bryson Connor, Dr. Villena-Alvarez Program: Humanities Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: The Agricultural History of the Lowcountry is a rich topic filled with times of hardship and reform. This project argues that enslaved people played a central role in shaping the region’s agricultural and cultural identity. Both primary sources, such as census data, laws, and plantation records, and secondary sources, like history based journals and articles, are used to examine how the Lowcountry was developed through times of slavery and hardship. It also analyzes crop production and trade data to better understand economic patterns and long term changes in the Lowcountry to help to better understand the importance of enslaved peoples. Using Hayden Ros Smith’s Rich Swamps and Rice Grounds (2012), the research shows that rice cultivation required careful planning and environmental knowledge, like making sure there is proper soil, managing freshwater, and shaping land for farming, tasks which were mostly done by enslaved people. The enslaved people cleared land, drained swamps, built canals and embankments, and created tools like rice trunks to control water flow, which shows their essential role in building and maintaining sustainable agricultural systems. Claude Van Sant’s Plantation Geographies (2016) shows how the agricultural economy created by enslaved labor continued to shape the Lowcountry even after slavery ended, as plantation owners kept their land and power while African Americans faced racially motivated injustice and troubles with land ownership. By combining these sources, this project shows that enslaved people were not only laborers but also skilled workers and innovators whose work helped to build a strong foundation for the Lowcountry’s agricultural success, leaving a lasting impact on its economy and culture. This made it the culture filled and historically grounded place that it is today. It is important to learn the History of the Lowcountry from all perspectives, so that it can be kept alive for generations to come. |
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Abstract ID: 76 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-16 Abstract Title: Lost in the Noise: Vessel Noise Contaminates Seasonal Fish Choruses in Urban Estuaries Student: Hayden Dunning (GREENWH@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Eric Montie (emontie@uscb.edu) Author List: Hayden Dunning, Alyssa Marian, Jessica Miller, Lily Blake, Garrett Willford, Warren McClellan, Mary Tindall, Joseph Ballenger, Brock Renkas, Eric W. Montie (Faculty Mentor) Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: In the turbid estuaries of the Southeastern USA, sound plays a crucial role in the phenology and reproductive potential of many fish species. Silver perch Bairdiella chrysoura, black drum Pogonias cromis, oyster toadfish Opsanus tau, spotted seatrout Cynoscion nebulosus, Atlantic croaker Micropogonias undulatus, and red drum Sciaenops ocellatus all rely on acoustic signaling for courtship and reproduction. In fact, higher levels of fish calling are positively correlated with young-of-year appearance and abundance. Increasing levels of anthropogenic noise in urban estuaries may pose a threat to these species, as it can cause acoustic masking. Using data from the Estuarine Soundscape Observatory Network in the Southeast (ESONS), this study examined the long-term differences in biological soundscapes across three South Carolina estuaries: the May River, the Chechessee Creek and Colleton River, and the Charleston Harbor. Our findings reveal that in more pristine estuaries like Chechessee Creek and the Colleton River, biological sounds follow distinct seasonal, lunar, diel, and tidal patterns. In more urban estuaries, like the May River and Charleston Harbor, these patterns are degraded by excessive input of anthropogenic noise. Further studies will explore the impacts of this noise on fish reproduction. |
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Abstract ID: 35 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-5 Abstract Title: The Effects of Childhood Trauma on Memory Development During Adolescence, Social Sciences/Psychology Student: Brooke Grice (BHGRICE@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Babet Villena-Alvarez (jivillen@uscb.edu) Author List: Brooke Grice, Juanita Villena-Alvarez (Faculty Mentor) Program: Humanities Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Childhood trauma can affect how memory develops, especially during adolescence. Trauma is usually a really distressing experience, and it can change how memories are stored and later remembered. Memories connected to trauma do not always work the same way as everyday memories. Some traumatic memories fade over time, while others stay very vivid. How someone remembers trauma can depend on things like stress levels, environment, and support systems. High stress can make it harder for the brain to properly process and store memories. Instead of being clear and organized, traumatic memories are often stored in pieces or as sensory details. Trauma can also impact how someone sees themselves and understands their experiences. This study looked at different research to better understand how childhood trauma affects memory during adolescence. Overall, trauma does not affect memory in just one way instead it is different for everyone. These findings show why better psychological support for adolescents who have experienced trauma is important. |
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Abstract ID: 21 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-1 Abstract Title: The Hidden Infrastructure of AI: Policy Gaps and Environmental Externalities in the U.S. Student: Cassidy Hutto (HUTTOLC@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Lukasz Pawelek (lpawelek@uscb.edu) Author List: Cassidy Hutto, Dr. Lukasz Pawelek (Faculty Mentor) Program: Humanities Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Over the last 5 years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) development in the United States has accelerated rapidly, outpacing the establishment of comprehensive federal regulatory frameworks. Current policy trends prioritize innovation and economic competitiveness over enforceable safety, environmental, and public health protections (Evers et al., 2026). Much public discourse focuses on misinformation and algorithm bias, while the material and infrastructural costs that underlie AI systems are largely overlooked (Han et al, 2024). In the context of escalating global water scarcity and climate stress, the continued expansion of AI infrastructure presents measurable sustainability challenges, as large-scale AI deployment requires substantial energy usage, water cooling, and diverse mineral sources(Pavlinich, 2026). The harvesting of minerals used in hardware, including lithium, cobalt, and other rare elements, has many documented environmental and ethical concerns (Scopp, 2025). This project analyzes regulatory gaps surrounding AI infrastructure and evaluates environmental and human health aspects affected by said infrastructure. By integrating governance frameworks with sustainability research, this study assesses whether existing governance oversight adequately addresses the hidden costs of large-scale AI infrastructure. |
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Abstract ID: 84 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-14 Abstract Title: The 'Mad Baron' and Mongolian Independence Student: Cameron Jones (CMJ55@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Timothy James (tjames@uscb.edu) Author List: Cameron Jones, Dr. Timothy James Program: Humanities Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: The Russian civil war is a pivotal moment not just in Russian history but in world history. To best understand the civil war's impact on the entire political landscape of the twentieth century, however, we need to study minor figures as well as the better-known major figures. One of these lesser-known figures was the 'Mad Baron of Dauria,' Roman Von Ungern Sternburg (1886-1921), a Russian cavalry officer who made the war international with his "Mongolian campaign". This poster focuses on Baron Ungern, the "Mongolian campaign', and the question of his impact on Mongolian Independence. |
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Abstract ID: 40 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-6 Abstract Title: Exploring social media's influence on opioid use among adolescents Student: Cristos Kramer (CIKRAMER@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Angela Nadeau (anadeau@uscb.edu) Author List: Cristos Kramer, Andrew Bradley, Prof Angela Nadeau (Faculty Mentor) Program: Social Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Opioids have become a subject for growing misuse among individuals not only in the United States, but across the entire world. With the rise of misuse in general, followed by the increased risk through social factors, adolescents are left vulnerable to this kind of influence. While other factors such as family, environment, or socioeconomic factors have been well documented in substance misuse, social media can now play a role in influencing these adolescents and can potentially reinforce these behaviors. Social media has become one of the most common tools used among adolescents across the world today, and the content shown to these individuals can reinforce these drug and substance abuse behaviors at any age. This literature review will examine the role social media has on affecting opioid usage among adolescents using existing research on opioid use among adolescents, social media as a tool to reinforce behaviors, and opinions surrounding opioid use in general. |
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Abstract ID: 45 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-9 Abstract Title: The Importance of Good Communication in the Workplace. Student: Josie Lancaster (JOSIEEL@email.sc.edu) Faculty Mentor: Babet Villena-Alvarez (jivillen@uscb.edu) Author List: Josie Lancaster,Villena-Alvarez Juanita Babet Program: Humanities Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Effective workplace communication plays a critical role in shaping employee performance, teamwork, and overall organizational success. In many professional environments, poor communication can lead to misunderstandings, reduced productivity, and workplace conflict. In this study, I examined communication barriers in the workplace, such as unclear messaging, cultural differences, and a lack of active listening, and analyzed their impact on organizational effectiveness. Using a descriptive research approach, I noticed common patterns and challenges in workplace communication. I found that positive communication practices strengthen collaboration and improve employee satisfaction (Wahid et al., 2024), while communication barriers disrupt workflow, reduce morale, and may contribute to harmful behaviors such as workplace conflict and sabotage (Bahrain et al., 2023; Giesberg, 2001). Based on these findings, I argue that improving communication skills and addressing communication barriers can enhance teamwork and support more effectively in the workplace or within an organization. This research is important to me because it shows how everyday communication directly affects workplace experiences. Organizations should prioritize communication training and active listening. However, persistent challenges such as cultural differences and ingrained habits remain difficult to overcome and require ongoing effort. Moving forward, this research reinforces my perspective that intentional and effective communication is essential for creating more productive, collaborative, and sustainable workplace environments. |
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Abstract ID: 62 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-10 Abstract Title: Characterization of Pond Functioning on Spring Island Student: Chloe Mullinax (CBM26@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Daniel Pettay (dpettay@uscb.edu) Author List: Chloe Mullinax, Dr. Tye Pettay (Faculty Mentor), Andy Jones (Spring Island Mentor) Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Ponds are fully functioning ecosystems that are habitats to plants, invertebrates, and vertebrates. Spring Island is an ecologically conscious community in Okatie, SC that prides itself in protecting the natural landscape and minimizing their impacts. Within this community are numerous ponds maintained for various uses, each experiencing differing degrees of pressure from wildlife and human-related runoff. During the summer of 2024, the summer of 2025, as well as into the 2025-2026 school year, 8 ponds around Spring Island were monitored weekly to characterize the environmental conditions, water quality, and phytoplankton communities. An additional site was added throughout the 2025-2026 school year. The parameters measured included temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, pH, and chlorophyll concentration (a proxy for phytoplankton or algae). To characterize each pond, these parameters were graphed over time as well as in comparison to each other. All ponds seemed to maintain distinct trends between temperature and the dissolved oxygen levels. When temperature rose, dissolved oxygen dropped immensely and vice versa. Extremely low dissolved oxygen concentrations may be harmful to aquatic animals and the pond ecosystem, causing potential fish kills and diversity loss. One pond in particular, Quail House Pond 2, showed very low dissolved oxygen levels throughout the year, suggesting possible effects on pond health. |
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Abstract ID: 20 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-15 Abstract Title: Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus: Pathogenesis, Epidemiology, and Public Health Implications Student: Ashley Perdomo (PERDOMOA@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Emily Webb (webbem@uscb.edu) Author List: Ashley Perdomo, Mariel Baker, Emily Webb Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV), also known as “Triple E,” is a highly virulent mosquito-borne virus endemic to areas along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States. Although human infections are relatively rare, the disease can cause severe neurological illness and carries a high mortality rate in both humans and animals. Infection occurs when mosquitoes transmit the virus from enzootic bird reservoirs to humans or other mammals. Following infection, viral replication and immune-mediated inflammation can lead to encephalitis and significant neurological damage. Recent evidence suggests that environmental changes, including climate change, may be contributing to an expansion of the virus’s geographic range by altering mosquito distribution and increasing vector populations. Because no approved antiviral treatments currently exist for EEEV, preventative measures such as virus surveillance, vector control, and public health awareness remain critical. This project reviews the pathogenesis and epidemiology of EEEV while examining historical surveillance data and environmental factors that may influence transmission risk. Understanding these factors is essential for identifying high-risk regions, informing mosquito control strategies, and improving public health preparedness. |
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Abstract ID: 38 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-17 Abstract Title: Caffeine consumption among stress students Student: Cam Pringle (CSP9@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Angela Nadeau (anadeau@uscb.edu) Author List: Cam Pringle, David Freyer, Dr. Angela Nadeau Program: Social Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Caffeine consumption is used among a variety of age groups, especially in adolescence and young adulthood. Various studies showed a strong correlation between stress and the amount of caffeine usage. While there are benefits to controlled caffeine use, there are many downsides to an extensive amount of caffeine to users, especially college students. There are also alternatives to caffeine that offer similar benefits with fewer negative side effects, such as matcha/green tea, Yerba mate, Hibiscus, and Mushroom coffee. While caffeine use can be beneficial in small dosages, such as increased productivity and more focus, adverse effects in response to an extensive use can take form in ways such as anxiety, suicidal ideation, and depression. |
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Abstract ID: 86 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-8 Abstract Title: Sustainable Mosquito Control: Novel Techniques for Reducing Mosquito-Borne Disease Risk While Preserving Environmental Integrity Sustainable Mosquito Control: Novel Techniques for Reducing Mosquito-Borne Disease Risk While Preserving Environmental Integrity Student: Seria Ricard (SRICARD@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Emily Webb (webbem@uscb.edu) Author List: Sérria Ricard (Primary Author), Jacob (Eli) Wright (Secondary Author), Dr. Emily Webb (Faculty Mentor) Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: New mosquito control strategies are moving beyond reliance on traditional chemical insecticides and more towards sustainable biological and genetic approaches. Advances in molecular biology have introduced novel tools such as Sterile Insect Technique (SIT), CRISPR-based gene editing, and the release of mosquitoes infected with the endosymbiotic bacterium Wolbachia. These methods aim to reduce mosquito populations or suppress their ability to transmit pathogens by altering vector competence. For example, a recent study found that Wolbachia infection can interfere with pathogen replication and modify mosquito immune responses. Researchers observed that more than forty immune-related genes changed their expression in Anopheles stephensi following a bloodmeal when infected with Wolbachia, leading to crucial effects. In particular, infection with the Wolbachia strain wAlbB was associated with reduced reproductive success and decreased infection by the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum. Similarly, the SIT reduces mosquito populations through the release of sterilized males that mate with wild females, resulting in no viable offspring. While SIT programs have been promising, they require ongoing releases and can be complemented by emerging technologies such as CRISPR-based genetic modifications. These modifications can target reproductive ability or pathogen transmission. Together, these innovative strategies offer environmentally sustainable alternatives to traditional insecticides by minimizing off-target impacts, reducing the development of insecticide resistance, and either suppressing medically important mosquito populations or interfering with pathogen transmission. |
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Abstract ID: 37 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-7 Abstract Title: Nicotine Usage and Appearance Throughout Generations Student: Kennedy Romero (KROMERO@email.sc.edu) Faculty Mentor: Angela Nadeau (anadeau@uscb.edu) Author List: Kennedy Romero, Kristen Tehonica, Angela Nadeau Program: Social Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Nicotine use remains a public health concern, specifically among young adults, despite declines in traditional cigarette smoking. In recent years, the emergence of alternative nicotine products such as e-cigarettes has contributed to a shift in usage patterns rather than an overall decrease in consumption. This literature review examines how the appearance and design of nicotine products have influenced usage rates across generations. Specifically looking at factors such as packaging product design, marketing strategies, and social influences shapes perceptions of risk appeal and social acceptability. Research indicates that visually appealing features, including colors, flavors, and designs, increase interest and experimentation, especially among younger generations. Additionally, e-cigarettes are often perceived as less harmful than traditional cigarettes, which may further contribute to increased use. Generational differences show how older individuals associate nicotine with health risks, while younger users view e-cigarette smoking as more socially acceptable. Overall, the findings suggest that product appearance plays a significant role in influencing nicotine use and has across generations. Along with other social and environmental factors. Being aware of and understanding these influences is necessary to develop effective prevention strategies and address health concerns related to nicotine use. |
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Abstract ID: 87 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-12 Abstract Title: The Cultivation of Phytoplankton in the Low Country: An Exploratory Study of Freshwater vs Saltwater Phytoplankton Student: Dalin Sebree (DJSEBREE@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Daniel Pettay (dpettay@uscb.edu) Author List: Kadience Hunter, Dalin Sebree, Brianna Margioni, Dr. Daniel "Tye" Pettay (Faculty Mentor). Program: Natural Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Phytoplankton are an essential component of freshwater and marine food webs, providing a base to the food chain and oxygen to surface waters. This project focuses on the collection, isolation and long-term cultivation of various freshwater and saltwater phytoplankton located in the Lowcountry. Cultured isolates were established from water samples around the Port Royal Sound watershed to maximize the diversity of species being cultivated. The establishment of a local culture collection will lay the groundwork for future laboratory experiments and genetic analyses on local species exposed to changing environmental conditions. |
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Abstract ID: 5 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-3 Abstract Title: John Wycliffe: Intellectual Foundations of Reform Student: Jaclyn Skinner (JS160@email.sc.edu) Faculty Mentor: Robert Landrum (rlandrum@uscb.edu) Author List: Jaclyn Skinner, Dr. Robert Landrum (Faculty Mentor) Program: Humanities Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: John Wycliffe should not be understood simply as a proto-Protestant reformer or Bible translator, but as a scholarly intellectual whose philosophical training gave legitimacy and structure to his criticisms of the medieval Church. Wycliffe’s education (philosophical and theological) as well as his conflicts with Ecclesiastical authority make it obvious that his success may not have been found in reform within his lifetime, but rather in his ability to merge his religious convictions with his intense scholarship. |
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Abstract ID: 4 Abstract Number (within Poster Category): Descriptive-2 Abstract Title: The M.I.S.S.I.O.N. Framework: Exploring the Communicative Gap Between Military-Affiliated Students & Higher Learning Institutions Student: Jonathan Spencer (JTS44@email.uscb.edu) Faculty Mentor: Jayne Violette (jviolett@uscb.edu) Author List: Dr. Jayne Violette Program: Social Sciences Abstract Category: Descriptive Abstract: Military-affiliated students—veterans, active-duty personnel, spouses, and dependents—enter higher education with identities shaped by service, discipline, and collective purpose. Their transition into academic life is not merely logistical; it is emotional, rhetorical, and structural. Despite the proliferation of veteran support programs across institutions, many students report feeling unseen, misunderstood, or misaligned with campus culture. This disconnect is not simply a matter of access—it is a matter of resonance. This study investigates how institutional messaging, cultural fluency, and narrative design influence the reintegration experiences of military-affiliated students. Drawing on interdisciplinary literature, participant testimony, and narrative inquiry, the research introduces the M.I.S.S.I.O.N. framework—a seven-domain model designed to diagnose systemic gaps and guide reform. By centering veteran voices and analyzing institutional practices, the study aims to reframe support not as a transactional service, but as a co-authored system of belonging. |