Self-compassion, conceptualized by psychologist Kirstin Neff in 2003, is a possible mediator to the depression epidemic in university settings. I am among undergraduate students at Middle Tennessee State University who ...

In this study, 26 families who had adopted children from Bulgarian orphanages were surveyed about their adoption experiences. Families were asked about (a) their child’s time in an orphanage, (b) their child’s pre- and ...

In this thesis, I propose a framework through which laws may be analyzed to give a baselevel judgment of the law’s justifiability. According to this framework, a law must be outward-facing, motivated by something other ...

The purpose of this project was to create a photographic record of the extant buildings built prior to the American Civil War in Wilson County, Tennessee. Previously, a complete survey of Wilson County’s historic buildings, ...

In considering the levels of representation in the casting, ethnicity of the characters, and the common stereotypes employed in the narrative, this thesis analyzes how diversity is presented in romantic comedies through ...

Bacillus species are an important group of rhizobacteria that have been shown to enhance the growth of plants and protect against diseases caused by plant pathogens. This study investigated the mechanisms used by B. ...

Sexual harassment is an all-too-common issue in many parts of life. When it becomes a part of an environment that is solely meant for joy and amusement, a line needs to be drawn. Cosplay is a wonderfully exciting hobby. ...

As technology and its capabilities are profoundly increasing, the means of communication between humans has become immensely easier. Technological advances are ever more applicable with Artificial Intelligence and the ...

The Vitis aestivalis or the “Norton”/ “Cynthiana” grape is a very hardy grape that possesses unique qualities, like being disease resistant and producing high yields. Normally propagated though traditional, time consuming ...

This thesis will examine reported rates of sexual victimization in both male and female institutions, as well as reports of correctional staff misconduct. In addition to reviewing the academic literature on this problem, ...