The Honors Thesis is the culmination of the Honors Program, and for many students, the most significant single academic endeavor of their college career. Students complete the four-credit-hour thesis project over at least two semesters, usually their last two semesters before graduation. Students work closely with a thesis committee to plan and conduct the thesis project. The thesis topic and academic credit can be in one’s major or another area of study and must include some original research or scholarly contribution. In addition to allowing students to pursue individual academic interests, the thesis project is excellent preparation for students planning to pursue graduate studies.

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Theses from 2024

Development of Specialty Histological Staining Methods for Zebrafish, Cabb Batson

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Creating Immersive Worlds: Applying Scenic Design Techniques in 'Eurydice' by Sarah Ruhl, Brynlee Beams

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Reducing Barriers to Education Around the World: A Systematic Framework Using the Community School Model, Isabella Bejarano

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The Mathematical and Historical Significance of the Four Color Theorem, Brock Bivens

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Rethinking Apologetics as an Entry Strategy for Missions in Europe, Katelyn Brown

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Freesia, Abby Burlison

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Stride by Stride: Assessing the Impact, Advantages, and Disadvantages of Running-Specific Prostheses, Emily Castilaw

The Evaluation of Multiple Myeloma in Immune Competent and Immune Deficient Mice Using a SAC and Herbal Treatments with Genetic Analysis, McKenzie Chavers

Characterizing Actinobacteriophage infection using an Optical Density Based Microplate Assay, Elijah Christenson

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Assessing the Nutrition Knowledge of Track and Cross-Country Athletes, Emma Kathleen Conner

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Black Liberation Theology in the Civil Rights Movement: Contextualizing the Works of James H. Cone, Ella Cox

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Writing with Light: Analyzing the Technical and Creative Significance of Light in Photography, Sarah Dean

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Rex and Root: An Original Documentary, Chase Hartsell

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Pediatric Anxiety Disorders and their Accommodation in the Classrom, Olivia Hobson

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The Science of Reading and the Use of Decodable Texts in the Classroom, Anna Hudson

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Phoenix Rising: A Scout is Born, Seth Hunter

The Lost Story of Frank Jackson, Hayden Jackson

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The Development of a New Water-Soluble Zinc Porphyrin, ZnTPP--5AP, for Photodynamic Therapy, Kaylee Johnson

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Developing ZnTPP-4AB as a Potential Photodynamic Therapy Agent, Kennedy Johnson

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An Analysis of Pollution in Liverpool, UK, Luke W. Lawson

Quantification of Gordonia terrae Bacteriophages using Lysate qPCR, Mikayla Long

Developing a Protocol for Bacteriophage Guided Evolution, Hannah G. Matthews

Refining the Synthesis of a Monomer Towards a Novel Wound Dressing and Designing a Clot-Testing Device, Charles M. McClain 4th

Comparing Degradation Rates of Polyesters Towards a Novel Degradable Polymer, Zach McClain

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The History of Dog Training and Its Importance to Modern Day Training Techniques, Marlaina Moix

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Differences in Mental Health Disorders: The Importance of Mental Health Literacy, Hannah More

Developing a Novel Succinct Synthetic Approach to the Modification of Alginate for Use in Biomedical Applications, Hope Murphy

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Social Isolation-Political Domination, Charles "Trey" Nichols

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A Comparative Analysis of Japan and United States School Lunch Programs, Julie Phillips

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'Beauty is in the Eye of the Gazer'?: Beauty, Power, and Disability Examined Critically in Jane Eyre and Other Classic Literature, Abigail Powers

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The Trial of Jesus: A Historical Look at the Jewish and Roman Trial Proceedings, Vivian Pryor

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The Survivors, Abigale Ralston

The Detection of BPA in Clothing Using Fluorescence Spectrophotometry, Isabella Rushing

Progress towards Phage Stability for Possible Oral Phage Therapy, Erin Russo

A Retrospective Analysis of Police and Legal Procedure in the West Memphis Three Murders, Nathan Scolaro

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Under the Sun: Songs from Ecclesiastes, Emma Kay Smith

Three Inches from Death, Hannah Smith

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4-Week Neuromuscular Training Program on Peak External Power in the Back Squat in Division II Collegiate Athletes, Noah Smith

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Tree Canopy Cover Influences Habitat Use of Breeding Birds at Jack Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Kaleigh Thomas

Characterization of Bacteriophage Infection of Gordonia Species Utilizing an Optical Density-Based Approach, Barrett Troup

Peak Aerobic Capacity and Dietary Composition are Associated with the Bioenergetic Profile of Platelets in Children, Duncan C. Troup

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Synthesis of ZnTPP-IL as a Potential Photodynamic Therapy Agent, Addison White

Theses from 2023

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The Effects of Light Intensity and Cell Structure on the Cultivation of Arthrospira platensis, Taylor Barnhart

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The Effects of Exercise on Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Addison Bates

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Female Electoral Success in State Legislative Races: A Case Study Review of Gender Influence on Incumbency, Fundraising, Recruitment, and Policy, Izzy Baughn

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The Beliefs of the Oldest Fraternity, Bella Blankenship

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Money Makes the Diamond: A Creation of a Predictive Model to Forecast On-Field Performance Through Usage of Past Financial Data, Jacob Bowman

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Love, Austen, and Lewis: How the Successful and Unsuccessful Romances in Jane Austen's Novels Correspond to C.S. Lewis The Four Loves, Lauren Bridgeman

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Paul and Seneca on the Immanence of God, Mason Campbell

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The Effects of Differing Light Wavelengths and Gravity on, Reese Chesshir

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History, Methods, and Psychology of Illustrations in Children's Literature, Kelsi Coleman

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The Creation of "Blacklight", Austin Crook

Crosstalk between Vitamin D Receptor signaling and Glucocorticoids in Musculoskeletal induced Atrophy, Seth Curl

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The Changing Role of Women in Journalism, Caroline Derby

Developing and Marketing a Novel miRNA Lung Cancer Therapy, Elizabeth Jade Dorman

An Investigation into Autophagy in Methionine-Restricted Cancer Cells, Aiden Doss

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Monitoring the Leaching of Bisphenol-A From Feminine Hygiene Products Using Fluorescence Spectroscopy, Madison Easley

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Alif: Building a Bridge: Arabic Calligraphy and Arabic Typography in Design, Saba Esho

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When Mental Health Becomes Physical, Piper Fain

Writing for Writing's Sake: An Exploration into the Process and Value of Creative Writing, Emma Firestone

Multi-proxy Analysis of Macro-Charcoal Particles and Testate Amoebae to Determine Potential Fire Events, Benjamin George

The Good Virus: Phages as the Future of Medicine, Emily Greenwell

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Reasons for Stigma Surrounding Emotional Support Animals and How it Can Be Addressed, Natalie Helms

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Education Opportunities for the Aspiring Aquatic Professional: A Qualitative Analysis of Experience-Based Building Blocks for Success, Hannah Hickman

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How Properly Contextualized Christianity Could Benefit Japan, Benjamin Highsmith

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An Investigation into the New Testament Understanding of "Israel", Ashton Hurst

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The K-Wave and Its Impact on the South Korean Economy, Jessica Johnson

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Retinoids and their Clinical Benefits to Treating Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma, Baker Kendrick

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Are We Good or Bad or Somewhere In Between?: An Original Novel, Faith Lymburner

Fearsome Critters, Alex Moore

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I Don't Have a Clue: A First-Time Director's Guide by a First-Time Director, Isabella Owen

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How to Become a Butterfly, Jillian Parsons

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Increasing Exclusive Breastfeeding: Baby-Friendly Initiatives, Courtney Ragsdell

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Short-Term Missions: Helping or Hurting?, Hannah Rossell

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What We Do for Each Other: Assessing Disparity in K-12 Education Across the State of Arkansas, Noah K. Sanders

Scanning G. rubripertincta bacteriophage for host range expansion, Kallen Smith

Incorporating Bioengineered Proteins into Wound Dressings to Create a More Synergistic Environment, Joshua Spiva

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Aunt Patti's Good Cooking: An Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook and Guide, Emma Starkman

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Mountains in the Deep, Andy Strauss

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Zebrafish Feeding and Breeding: Adapting Best Practices for Zebrafish Husbandry, Abbigale Sullins

A Modern Wound Dressing Alternative: Developing Electrospun Biodegradable Collagen Analog Scaffolds, Andrew Tarlton

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Bird Diversity and Abundance in Relation to Habitat Complexity at Jack Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Grace Tidwell

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From the Village to Entrepreneurial Mentality: A Transformative Path for Africa's Economic Development, Morris Tsuma

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Keeping the Heart: Contemporizing the Parables of Jesus, Hannah Tullos

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The Stigmatization of Eating Disorders Based on Cultures: The South vs The World, Maria Urbina Turcios

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Fostering Language Development and Literacy in Children from Birth to Two Years Old, Vanessa Vives

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Putting the Fun in Foreign Language: Defining and Justifying Leisure Language Learning and the Implications for Foreign Language Educators and Students, Graca Webster

Theses from 2022

Comparing Genetic Diversity Among Populations of Rock Sandpiper (Calidris ptilocnemis), Hyland Alfonso

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Next Steps: Arkansas's Journey in the Fight Against Sex Trafficking, Maddie Bailey

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The Effects of Light Intensity and Cell Structure on the Cultivation of Arthrospira platensis, Taylor Barnhart

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Bacteriophages: Paving the Road for the Future of Medicine, Luke Brinkerhoff

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Effects of Storage Conditions on BPA Leaching from Infant Oral Hygiene Products using Fluorescence Spectroscopy, Emma Bynum

Comparative Analysis of Drug Inclusion Techniques in Nanofiber Mats, Corinne "Cori" N. Clower

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Two Peas in a Pod? An Investigation of Friendship and Personality Perception, Josephine N. Collins

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English Language Learners in the General Education Classroom, Jolie Crane

How Analyzing Gene Expression in Gammaherpesviruses Leads to Advancement in Undergraduate Laboratory Courses, Rylie Davis

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The Architecture of Movement, Emma Gregory

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Evaluation of Artificial Sweeteners: Their Effects on Ice Cream Properties and Public Acceptance, Gwyneth Hadasa

An Oncoviral Analysis: Breaking Down the Genetic Mutations of Cancer-Causing Viruses and How They Compare with the Genetic Mutations of the Cancer They Cause, Hannah Herrington

Investigating the Impact of Enhancer Inhibition in ETO2-GLIS2 Expressing Pediatric Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Dane Jester