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The Association between Parent Availability in Childhood and Feelings Pertaining to Offspring in Adulthood

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Faculty Sponsor: Professor Lisa Dierker Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Ella Friese I am a sophomore from Minnetonka, Minnesota. Here at Wesleyan I am studying psychology and data analysis on a premed track, and have really been enjoying it so far. I am particularly interested in child development which is what prompted me to explore … Read more

The Association between Grade Retention and Adolescents’ Outlook on Life

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Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Kaden Miller Kaden Miller is a Sophomore at Wesleyan University, majoring in Film and Education Studies. He is especially interested in studio era cinema and critical pedagogy, and wants to become an educator of cinema studies. He loves the films of Vincente Minnelli and using his Peloton.  Abstract: Grade retention, … Read more

The Association between Goal-Setting and Financial Well-Being

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Finn Ahrens

Finn Ahrens, a Sophomore at Wesleyan University, is pursuing a balanced academic journey with majors in Economics and minors in Data Analysis and Global Studies. Originally from Rye, NY, he finds joy in traveling and hiking, exploring different cultures and landscapes. With a keen interest in finance, Finn plans to leverage his Wesleyan education to forge a career in the field after graduation.

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The Association Between Problem Gambling and Major Depression

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Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Catherine Gallagher Catherine Gallagher is a sophomore from Reading, Massachusetts majoring in Government and Psychology and minoring in Education Studies. Outside of academics, she is a player on the Wesleyan Women’s Soccer team, where she serves as a DEI representative and a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).   … Read more

The Association Between Religiosity and Well-being

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Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Stefanie Stoj Stefanie Stoj is a sophomore from Vernon, Connecticut majoring in Economics and Psychology and minoring in Education Studies. Outside of academics, she is a member of the Women’s Soccer team. Abstract: Approximately 85% of individuals in the world identify with a religion. Studies conducted in many different countries … Read more

The Association Between Sibling Relationships and Academic Performance

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Live Poster Session: Zoom Link        Riley Buehler Riley Buehler is a sophomore at Wesleyan University from Portland, Oregon majoring in Biology and Economics. Outside of academics, she is a member of the Wesleyan Women’s Soccer team and a member of Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). Abstract: Recent studies examine the reasons behind … Read more

The Association Between Hours Worked, Health, and Age

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Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Cole Ward Wesleyan University class of 2025. A Junior Neuroscience and Behavior major, with a minor in Integrated Design, Engineering and Applied Sciences. Interested in medicine or engineering for a future career path.  Abstract: This research investigates the relationship between working hours and general health of across different age groups … Read more

The Relationship between Rate of Cardiovascular Disease and Immunization among Adults over 65

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Live Poster Session: Zoom Link Alexander Kermath Prospective Biology Major with a Chemistry and Data Analysis Minor. I research mini-proteins in Dr. Smith’s biochemistry lab. I sing a cappella with the Wesleyan Spirits and run on the Wesleyan Cross Country team as well as the Track and Field team. Over the summer I coach kids … Read more

The Relationship between Hallucinogen Use and Social Phobia

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Name: Caroline Kee Live Poster Session: ZoomLink Caroline Kee  Caroline is a sophomore from Ashburn, VA who is majoring in biology and hopes to minor in economics. She hopes to pursue a career in bio consulting in the future.  Abstract: As hallucinogen usage continues to increase amongst young adults, the prevalence of social phobia has … Read more