2026 Student Presentations
Undergraduate students are italicized, graduate students are bold/italicized, and faculty mentors are bolded within their department. Entries are duplicated in each faculty co-author’s department.
College of Arts and Sciences
Biology
Sarah Aguirre (with Benjamin Navia). “The effects of male pheromones on female phonotactic responses to varying syllable periods in crickets.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Etien Balorda and Peter J. Lyons. “Carboxypeptidase O is expressed in KU812 basophil cells and is decreased upon degranulation.” American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, March 7-10, 2026.
Andrew delaRoca, Yeonwoo Seo, Konstantin Zubkov, and Peter J. Lyons. “Carboxypeptidase O cleaves NAAG: development of tools to examine CPO substrates.” American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Annual Meeting, Washington, DC, March 7-10, 2026.
Megan Kim (with Benjamin Navia). “Evaluating Phonotactic Response After Injection of Reserpine in Acheta Domesticus.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Brendaliz Moris and Lisa Ahlberg. “pH dependent Lipophilicity of Antiepileptic Drugs measured by HPLC.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Engineering
Jay R. Johnson, Braeden Peterson, Noah D. Koliadko, Simon Wing, Christopher Inae, Sebastijan Mrak, Yukitoshi Nishimura, and Eun-Hwa Kim. “Response of High-Latitude GNSS Scintillations to Ionospheric Gradients and Particle Precipitation During Storms and Substorms.” USNC-URSI National Radio Science Meeting, Boulder, CO, January 6-9, 2026.
Eun-Hwa Kim, Isaiah Scaffidi, Jay R. Johnson, Syun’ichi Shiraiwa, Joseph Huba, and Simon Wing. “Radio Frequency Wave Propagation in the Ionospheric Density Irregularities: Ray tracing and Full-wave Simulations.” USNC-URSI National Radio Science Meeting, Boulder, CO, January 6-9, 2026.
International Languages & Global Studies
Nicoleta Cojan (with Sonia Badenas). “Intergenerational language fluency: A comparative study of first, second, and third generation native speakers.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Mathematics
Finnegan Blake and Yun Myung Oh. “Some characterization of space curves using centrode and co-centrode.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Finnegan Blake and Yun Myung Oh. “Some characterization of space curves using centrode and co-centrode.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Alan Grimm (with Anthony Bosman). “Minimal global weight of graphs with bounded subgraph weights.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Physics
Jay R. Johnson, Braeden Peterson, Noah D. Koliadko, Simon Wing, Christopher Inae, Sebastijan Mrak, Yukitoshi Nishimura, and Eun-Hwa Kim. “Response of High-Latitude GNSS Scintillations to Ionospheric Gradients and Particle Precipitation During Storms and Substorms.” USNC-URSI National Radio Science Meeting, Boulder, CO, January 6-9, 2026.
Eun-Hwa Kim, Isaiah Scaffidi, Jay R. Johnson, Syun’ichi Shiraiwa, Joseph Huba, and Simon Wing. “Radio Frequency Wave Propagation in the Ionospheric Density Irregularities: Ray tracing and Full-wave Simulations.” USNC-URSI National Radio Science Meeting, Boulder, CO, January 6-9, 2026.
Shane Whidden, Alexandre Pofelski, Yongjin Shin, Felipe Torres, G. Brendan Cross, Giulia Galli, Yimei Zhu, Ivan K. Schuller, and Henry Navarro. “Interfacial Engineering of Light-Driven Transport in Oxide Heterostructures.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Zamara Clarke and Harvey Burnett. “The impact of sleep variability on daytime attention in college students with ADHD symptoms.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Zamara Clarke (with Harvey Burnett). “The impact of sleep variability on daytime attention in college students with ADHD symptoms.” Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Melani Dubon, Dean Caleb, and Jeffrey Woods (with Kristen Witzel and Harvey Burnett). “Campus Accessibility at Andrews University.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Melani Dubon (with Øystein S. LaBianca). “Giving Back and Building Bridges: A case study of community archaeology at Tal Hisban.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Marthe-Nora Jean-Francois and Harvey Burnett. “Dream recall, dream quality, and creativity in undergraduate students.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Marthe-Nora Jean-Francois (with Harvey Burnett). “Dream recall, dream quality, and creativity in undergraduate students Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Yoon Ji Kim (with Harvey J. Burnett, Jr.). “How Adverse Childhood Experiences Impact Results in the Big Five Personality Test for Asian Second-Generation Immigrants.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Audrey Lim (with Kristen Witzel). “K-pop as Soft Power: Influencing Fiske’s Warmth-Competence Perceptions Among Korean-Americans.” Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Alex Minani and Melissa Ponce-Rodas. “Faith-based Activities and Wellbeing.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Janelle Pagarigan (with Karl G. D. Bailey). “Nature, nurture, and why I overshare.” Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Lanaija Pires and Melissa Ponce-Rodas. “Protective factors for psychological wellness among college students.” Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Ingridy Ramos (with Karl G. D. Bailey). “Correlation between attachment style and romantic beliefs in emerging adults.” Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Lydia Ruckle (with Karl G. D. Bailey). “Correlations between emotional intelligence and academic motivation in college students.” Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Reagan Westerman and Harvey Burnett. “Help-seeking attitudes: The effects of gender and race/ethnicity.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Reagan Westerman (with Harvey Burnett). “Help-seeking attitudes: The effects of gender and race/ethnicity. Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Hailey Wilson (with Melissa Ponce-Rodas). “The effects of burnout, sense of community, social and academic support on team membership.” Psi Chi session, Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
School of Social Work
Ellen Rodrigues, Yazmik Cantillano, and Shannon M. Trecartin. “SDA Churches’ Awareness and Implementation of the enditnow Initiative.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
College of Education & International Services
Graduate Psychology & Counseling
Emmanuel Mbah, Carole Woolford-Hunt, Elvin Gabriel, and Jimmy Kijai. “Support and Prayer on the Psychological Well-Being of Cancer Patients.” Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Myshira Oliver and Analy Aguilar. “Violence risk classification across assessment methodologies: A meta-analysis.” Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Ryan Peachey and Ronald Coffen. “Behavioral changes after participation in How-To-Talk parenting program.” Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
Christina Stowell, Yelim Kim, Mgontsa Kamvazaana and Nadia Nosworthy. “Investigating magnitude comparison, processing speed and mathematics anxiety in children.” Midwestern Psychological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 16-18, 2026.
College of Health & Human Services
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Prudence Mange and Cristy Moss. “Bridging the Healthcare Digital Divide: Validating Low-Cost Screening Tools for Detection of Diabetes.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Beaula Mangundah and Melissa Poua. “Design, Synthesis and Biological Activities of Novel N-Substituted Phthalimide Derivative.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Rod Olofernes, Qian Li, and Addy Rodriguez (with Melissa Poua). “Developing a Learning Module on Essential Laboratory Diagnostics for the Medical Mission Field.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
School of Communication Sciences & Disorders
Arianna Brieva, Jenica Joseph, and Marileda Tome. “Attendance Rates of Parkinson’s Clients Who Attend Group SPEAKOUT! Teletherapy at Andrews University.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Emily Howell (with Marileda Tome). “Perceptual Evaluation of Vocal Fry Characteristics in Culturally Diverse Adult Voices.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Jenica Joseph, Tammy Shilling, and Owen Gregory. “Parkinson’s Information Session.” Christ the King Lutheran Church, South Bend, IN, April 12, 2026.
Tachica McCoy and Jenica Joseph. “Standards-based Learning.” Andrews University Teaching and Learning Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 2, 2026.
Tachica McCoy and Jenica Joseph. “Investigating the prevalence of language disorders in primary schools in Trinidad and Tobago.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Hayley Rawls, Owen Gregory, Jenica Joseph, and Marileda Tome. “Characteristics of electronic clinical communication with Parkinson’s clients participating in a SPEAK OUT! (R) Therapy program.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Claire Yang (with Marileda Tome). “Sleep Quality and Breathing Mode.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
School of Population Health, Nutrition & Wellness
Solomon Blay. “Hospitality Principles in Dental Practice.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
School of Rehabilitation Sciences
Alexander D. Cheung, Elijah Johnson, Nathan Narbarte, and Mi Young (Jean) Lee. “Association between screen time duration and Y-balance scores among college adults.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Nathan Mathieu and Ryan Orrison. “Evaluation of a Pilot Peer Assisted Learning Program in an Entry-Level DPT Program: A descriptive study.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Don Noval, Ryan Lorino, Amany Lorino, Gerson De Leon, and Sozina Katuli. “Low Back Pain in Rice Field Workers in Tanzania.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
College of Professions
Computing
Levi Walker and Ackley Dias Will. “Replication Study on Use of U-Net Architecture in Brain Tumor Segmentation.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Management & Marketing
Seth Andrews and Jerry Chi. “8 Year Study of the Effect of the September 11 Attacks on Global Wheat, Rice, and Corn Prices: A Multivariate Analysis.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Francisca Ashun and Jerry Chi. “Impact of Study Approach on Academic Stress.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Frank Gondwe and Jerry Chi. “Global GDP Growth, Economic Development, and Regional Disparities: A Three-Way Multivariate Analysis.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Frank Gondwe and Jerry Chi. “The Relationship Between Faith-Based Resilience and Academic Persistence Among Graduate Business Students: A Simple Linear Regression Analysis.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Frank Gondwe and Jerry Chi. “Global GDP growth, economic development, and regional disparities.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Edna Kim and Jerry Chi. “Impact of Economic Size and Pandemic Period on Economic Performance: A 3×2 Factorial Design Across Five Years.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Brian Mwangi and Jerry Chi. “The Economic Impact of Covid-19 on Global GDP Across Continents and Development Levels.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Brian Mwangi and Jerry Chi. “The Influence of Gender, Age and Family History of Depression on Student Well-Being: A Multivariate Analysis of Academic, Lifestyle and Psychological Factors.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Blaise Muhune and Jerry Chi. “The Impacts of Various Types of Cyberattacks on Various Industries on Financial Loss, Incident Resolution Time and Numbers of Affected Users Due to the Pandemic Crisis.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Phuc Hoang Nhu and Jerry Chi. “Exposure-Conditional Market Repricing in Post-ChatGPT Technology Equities: A Three-Way MANOVA of AI Exposure Level, Company Size, and Temporal Effects.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Phuc Hoang Nhu and Jerry Chi. “Unemployment Rates, Economic Development, and Regional Disparities A Three-Way Multivariate Analysis of Global Labor Market Trends (2015-2024). MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Phuc Hoang Nhu and Jerry Chi. “Exposure-conditional market repricing in post-ChatGPT technology equities: A three-way MANOVA of AI exposure level, company size, and temporal effects.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Phuc Hoang Nhu and Jerry Chi. “Unemployment rates, economic development, and regional disparities: A three-way multivariate analysis of global labor market trends (2015-2024).” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Herimamy Rafaliniony and Jerry Chi. “The Trade-Off Between Liquidity and Profitability: Evidence from the Magnificent Seven Stocks (2021-2024) Using Structural Equation Modeling. MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Herimamy Rafaliniony (with Jerry Chi). “Sectoral Inflation Across Six Economies.” Global Institute for Research & Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Research Conference, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, April 19-22, 2026.
Francky Rakotoarimanga and Jerry Chi. “Navigating fiscal resilience in the Asia-Pacific: A multivariate exploration of government net lending and borrowing amidst the Covid-19 crisis.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Keila Rogers and Jerry Chi. “Three-way Multivariate Analysis of Imports of Goods and Services through the lens of Population, Continent, and Pre- and Post-Pandemic.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Keila Rogers and Jerry Chi. “Two-way Multivariate Analysis on Artists’ Gender and Genre on the Number of Monthly Listeners.” MBAA International Conference, Chicago, IL, March 25-27, 2026.
Aye Tun (with Jerry Chi). “Impact of monthly spending dataset during Covid 19 (Jan 2020 → Sep 2025).” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Aye Tun (with Jerry Chi). “The impact of Covid crisis on housing prices among countries with various continents: Multivariate analysis.” Michigan Academy of Science, Arts & Letters Annual Conference, Alma College (virtual), March 27, 2026.
Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary
Francis Gayoba. “The Law and Gospel in Tension?: Ellen White on the Sabbath and Salvation, 1847-1900.” Ellen White Issues Symposium, Andrews University (virtual), April 6, 2026.
Sebastian Reichert. “Ellen White’s Understanding of Inspiration: A Comparative Analysis of Three Versions of a Testimony.” Ellen White Issues Symposium, Andrews University (virtual), April 6, 2026.
Walter Steger. “The Use of ‘Begotten’ in Reference to the Pre-Incarnate Christ in the Writings of Ellen G. White.” Ellen White Issues Symposium, Andrews University (virtual), April 6, 2026.