Presentations

HBCU Education and Racial Socialization (pdf)

The role and function of culture during early adulthood is important to overall identity (Tatum, 2003). Attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) can provide students with a culturally inclusive education that will support their sense of self and identity development.  However, the research on the quality and quantity of culturally directed lectures and experiences of students attending an HBCU has been sparsely studied. This study explored the role of HBCU professors in the racial socialization of their students. Results reveal that aspects of racial socialization in the classroom are related to ethnic identity.  

Factors Related to College Student Sexuality (pdf)

Contemporary studies on sexuality among emerging adults typically discuss risky behaviors or research on LGBTQ+ individuals, suggesting that there are very few studies on normative sexual development (non-risky) among other diverse populations. This study explored sexuality among college students at a Historically Black College/University (HBCU). Using a t-test, ANOVA, and regression analyses to compare virgins and sexually active college students ages 18-25. This study explored how substance use, alcohol, ethnic identity, GPA, self-esteem, and social skills correlates to sexual activity in college students. Results revealed sexually active students had better social skills and were more likely to engage in risky behaviors, while virgins had higher GPAs and were more open to getting to know individuals of diverse backgrounds.

The Impact Social Media Has on Young Adults Social Skills (pdf)

Hypothesis: Using social media an excessive amount makes it more difficult for humans to perceive the emotion being expressed through the humans with whom they’re talking.

Trap (Drill Music): The Impact Trap Music Has on Youth in Connection to Violent Crimes (pdf)

Hypothesis: Young adults are more likely to engage in criminal or deviant behavior after listening to trap music consistently as it the culture.

Does Playing a Sport in College Have an Effect on Student Athletes’ GPAs and Stress Level (pdf)

Hypothesis 1: student-athletes have higher GPAs than non-athlete students. Hypothesis 2: student-athletes are more stressed than non-athletes.

Stress: Correlating to Academic Success (pdf)

Hypothesis: Students with higher levels of perceived stress have lower grade point averages than students with lower perceived stress levels.

Views on Domestic Violence (pdf)

Hypothesis 1: Views toward male batters of domestic violence are more tense than views towards female batters. Hypothesis 2: Discrimination at the hands of the police has an impact on whether people hold a lighter accountability to women who commit domestic violence.

Factors related to Academic Success: Spirituality and GPA (pdf)

Hypothesis: If you have a spiritual connection, then you will be successful academically.

Hip Hop Music and Correlation to Mood (pdf)

Hypothesis: Listening to hip hop music will have an impact on mood.

Factors Related to Police Brutality and the effects on Minority Communities (pdf)

Hypothesis: Negative policing experiences by African Americans leads to less favorable attitudes.

Elements in Correspondence with Cleanliness During Covid 19 Pandemic: Social Handwashing and Antiseptic (pdf)

Hypothesis 1: Women are more likely to prioritize handwashing routines more than men. Hypothesis 2: Routine antiseptic handwashing is related to never having had COVID. Hypothesis 3: Routine handwashing is related to never having had COVID.

College Student Stress and Gender (pdf)

Hypothesis: This study will look at the differences between male and female college students and how they experience and cope with stress. When experiencing stress, women will be more likely to seek emotional support to cope with stress than men. 

College Stress and Managing a Job for Financial Support (pdf)

Hypothesis: Dealing with college stressors while managing a job can affect someone’s production in either field meaning production in classes or production in your work environment and be related to higher stress.

Family Stability/Structure & Romantic Relationships (pdf)

Hypothesis: Students from single parent households will be more fearful of romantic relationships.

Abortion Stance and Religious Views (pdf)

Hypothesis: the more the person attended church the less likely they will be pro abortion

Crime Victimization and Gun Ownership (pdf)

Hypothesis: Students with higher victimization score responses will be more likely to own a gun in the future

How Stress Impacts Academic Performance (pdf)

Hypothesis: If students experience an increased amount of stress, it will have an impact on their academic performance.

Predicting the Future of Television: Traditional Cable or On Demand Streaming (pdf)

Hypothesis: I expect to find that students at Bowie State University prefer using streaming services over traditional cable services
because it is more innovative and cost-effective.

Coronavirus’ Effect on College Students’ Mental Health and Overall Well-Being (pdf)

1. The first hypothesis is that Covid-19 has caused changes in normal life routines in college students.
2. The second hypothesis is Covid-19 has led to more stress seen in college students.
3. The final hypothesis is there are mixed feelings regarding online learning for students (some are for, others against).

The Effects of Virtual Learning on Students GPA (pdf)

Hypothesis: virtual learning will negatively impact GPA

Academic Success In Multiple Homes (pdf)

Hypothesis: This study aims to determine if students from single parent households have had less family support for
school and have lower GPAs

Impact of working hours on GPA (pdf)

Hypothesis: working hours have an impact on college students' GPAs

Social Media Effects on Psychological Functioning (pdf)

Hypothesis: Social media impacts the self esteem of women between the ages of 17-26, more than men.

The Psychosocial Aspects of Ethnic Identity Development among African American College Students (pdf)

Hypothesis: Black ethnic identity is the degree of satisfaction one feels about being Black.

African Americans at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs) (pdf)

The first hypothesis explored differences in ease of transition to college between African American
students who attended a PWI versus and HBCU.

The second hypothesis analyzed differences between students who attended a PWI versus an HBCU in terms
of whether they were told that HBCUs lack academic rigor.

Smartphone Addiction: Factors Related to Student Educational and Social Development (pdf)

Hypotheses:

College students’ online and social development levels is related to smartphone use.

College students’ smartphone dependency levels relates to how often they are distracted in class.

College students’ gender is a determinant for how often they use their smartphone

Substance Use/Abuse: and How It’s Affected by Gender (pdf)

Hypothesis: Women are more likely to be affected by substances than men are

Hijab and Abaya in College Campuses in the United States (pdf)

Hypothoses:

Increased knowledge of Islam is related to more positive attitudes of traditional dress.

Increased knowledge of Islam is related to more positive attitudes of Islam overall

Working Harder or Smarter? The Role of Coping in Academic Behavior and Grades (pdf)

Hypotheses

1. Higher grades are associated with increased use of basic study behaviors.
2. Active or problem focus coping is linked to better grades
3. Active or problem focused coping is associated with increase use of basics study behaviors.
4. Coping style, grades, and use of basic study behaviors are interrelated and predict student success.

Modern Day Latinos in College: How the Dynamics of Familismo, Cultural Identity, and Society Affect Levels of Stress (pdf)

The study will exhibit the experiences of Latinx college students placed in HBCU. That will give a better understanding the role of family and ethnic
identity in relation to stress, mood, and grades.

Weight Gain and Stress in College (pdf)

Hypothesis

1. College students who are stressed are more likely to gain weight
2. College students who gain weight in college are less satisfied with themselves

Does Marijuana Use Affect College Students GPA? (pdf)

Hypothesis: The use of marijuana will have an effect on college student’s GPAs

Examining the Latino Perception on Crime, Law and Order and the Police (pdf)

The Awakening: The Influence of Social Media on the Perceptions of People of Color of Police Misconduct (pdf)

Gender Differences and College Stress (pdf)

Hypothesis: Females experience higher level of stress than males in college