Summary of Poster Abstracts

SUMMARY OF POSTER ABSTRACTS

MAKING LEARNING VISIBLE 2008

ENV 150

Project title: Ozone: 1985 Protocol on Substances that deplete the ozone layer. Student names: YU HISIN KAREN, DIERKS EVAN, SULLIVAN-MURDOCH CHRIS. Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt

We will be presenting our project on a poster board with all three of us there to answer any questions anyone might have. It will consist of information, along with pictures to back up that information. The information will be on when the treaty was formed, and how. In addition, we will show pictures of how much the ozone has actually depleted from dangerous substances. We will give facts on statistics that either help the protocol or hinder it. We also want to show a timeline on what the protocol has accomplished. By the time of the presentation, we will be very knowledgeable of the topic, and ready to share and teach the issue. Since our topic has many different laws come to play throughout the years we will explain its evolution. We will be using multiple colors with font that is readable for the viewer. Any citations will be mark accordingly.

National Forest Management Act Nicolle Southwick, Julianne Paulson, Mike Freytag Environmental Science 150 Katie Barndt Poster Presentation

Our poster will showcase the National Forest Management Act signed by Gerald Ford on October 22, 1976. Our group wants to illustrate the history behind this act, the events leading up to the enactment and the need America had before the NFMA was created. The act has many goals including reforestation, renewable resource programs, national forest system resource planning, transportation systems, limitation quotas for timber, and acquisitions of national forest lands, to name a few. Nicolle is researching the history of the act and will display this on the poster, including the state of the nation and its problems with the environment and why this act is so important. Julianne and Mike are researching two case studies. Julianne is studying the

1 restoration of the habitat for grizzly bears in Yellowstone National Park. This requires the restoration of the trees there. Grizzlies depend for food on seeds from high-elevation whitebark pine, which in turn depends on increasingly scarce fires to keep out competing trees (particularly subalpine fir) and to open spaces for birds ( Clark’s nutcracker) to cache seeds— the main way whitebark pine propagates. Whitebark pine is also threatened by an exotic disease (white pine blister rust) and a native forest pest (mountain pine beetle) that has now reached higher elevations due to warmer temperatures caused by climate change. The sheer ecological complexity of the recovery challenge, coupled with the interconnectedness of the threats—fire exclusion, invasive species, and climate change—dictates a strong landscape-scale restoration focus through interagency and interdisciplinary partnerships.

Poster Title: The Clean Air Act Students: Jeremy Mohn, John Winkler, Maurice Willaredt, and Jessica Fuentes. Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barnet The poster covers an historical overview of the clean air act with case studies and pictures regarding the clean air act.

Title: Is it safe to drink? Student: Arthi Chand Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt

Abstract: In the presentation I would like to cover what the act is talking about which in my case is safe drinking water. I would like to give some basic information on the act. Like how drinking water affects your health and what you need to know in order to insure you are safely drinking. I would mainly like to focus my presentation on Washington but I might compare other states in our country to those of countries such as India and Africa where water is running at an all time low. I would also like to talk about the regulations in which you know when the water is at a safe enough level to drink. Also I would like to talk about the Law and Statues along with Rules and Guidance related to the act. I will also make a list of contaminants that are in the water and what affect they have on humans when consumed. Of course I will also mention where the water comes from and what we are doing to protect that water. I will also have pictures the safe drinking water act and how is works and also with graphs to show drinking water comparisons. And to finish it off I would like to educate the public on what they can do to help make our drinking water safe for future generations. Poster title: National Environmental Policy Act Student Names: Marta Unterschute and Dustin Pickert Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt

NEPA Background Synopsis The National Environmental Policy Act was first enacted by President Nixon in 1970. It was created to prevent further degradation and preserve our environment. The acts main goals are to give the Council on Environmental Quality power to oversee environmental impacts. Companies also are required to create environmental impact statements (EIS) so they can admit what they are doing publically. Although the law does not prohibit environmental destruction it acts as a supplement to other environmental policies. Most of the goals of the act have been met until in 2005 when Congress added a clause exempting energy companies from meeting NEPA standards. Although the bill has helped, there are still controversies surrounding it.

Title: The Endangered Species Act Students: Hilary Andersen, Becky Hansen, Courtney Kessler, Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt

Abstract: Our poster will include a brief history of the Endangered Species Act and what prompted Congress to pass it, two case studies to examine its effectiveness, and a section on what the E.S.A. is doing now.

Title: Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species Students: KyungJin Lee, Cindy Leung, Christina Johnny Hamson Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt

Abstract CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is an international agreement between governments. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival.

3 CITES works by subjecting international trade in specimens of selected species to certain controls. All import, export, re-export and introduction from the sea of species covered by the Convention has to be authorized through a licensing system. Each Party to the Convention must designate one or more Management Authorities in charge of administering that licensing system and one or more Scientific Authorities to advise them on the effects of trade on the status of the species.

Our group is focusing on different animals, like elephants and panda. We are going to talk about some programs and laws that support these animals from being captured and killed. And also some background history and information of this convention, and the "Text of the Convention".

Title: The Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 Students: Jessica Luchsinger, Jillian Faker, Lauryth Dwyer Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt Poster presentation

History: The Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act was put into action on October 23, 1972. The act came about in response to the excessive and careless practice of ocean dumping; including radioactive and hazardous waste material, into the coastal water of the United States. Ocean ecosystems began to show strain. Oxygen deprived areas known as “dead zones” were being discovered along both coastlines. It was clear that environmental standards had to be put in place. The Marine Protection, Sanctuaries and Research Act, in concordance with international treaties helps to regulate the world’s oceans.

Case Study One: The Hylebos waterway in Tacoma, Wa. Is a highly contaminated waterway that is now being closely monitored and cleaned by the E.P.A's implemented Superfund. Due to the massive amounts of toxic sediment run off from the Asarco plant, several marine animal species were harmed and placed onto the near extinction list. After several years of the company’s closure and thousands of dollars in clean up, the Hylebos waterway still has a long way to come before it will be sediment and toxic free.

Case Study Two: This Portion of the poster will examine oil dumping by international companies on the high seas in violation of the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries act of 1972, and the impact on the Washington State. The presentation will include some of the scope of the damage done by illegal oil dumping on the Washington coast. I will look at the goals, problems and implementation of solutions regarding the act, and examine what the effects have been, for good or bad, in terms of their social, cultural, and environmental impact. Title: Toxic Substance Control Act Group Members: Iris Davies, Jennie Huang, and Deborah Barnes Class: Environmental Science 150 Instructor: Katie Barndt

Overview: The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) passed by United States Congress on October 11, 1976 and became effective two years later on January 1, 1977. Administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), TSCA screens and regulates all new and already existing chemical substances. Under TSCA, EPA has the authority to limit or prohibit the manufacture and distribution of substances that are determined by the TSCA to cause harmful risks to the health of the environment and humans.

Our objective for this poster project is to present several case studies where TSCA was enforced to serve its purpose and inform our viewers about the importance of this environmental policy.

Case Study #1: Lead paint Denver based Apartment Investment and Management Company (AIMCO) tested and cleaned up lead-based paint hazards in more than 130,000 apartments in 47 states as well as Washington, D.C. and paid a $129,580 penalty in a TSCA settlement January 16, 2002. That was the largest penalty and largest number of units involved in a lead disclosure settlement.

AIMCO failed to warn tenants of the possibility of lead based paints in their homes, which violated the in violation of the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act. However, the company voluntarily came forward with the disclosure, pleasing the EPA Administrator.

Case Study #2: Perfluorooctanoic Acid Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) is used to manufacture Teflon and other non-stick and stain- resistant products. PFOA has been detected in a high percentage of samples of human blood and house dust taken from homes in areas such as Maine, New York, Oregon and California, and it has contaminated drinking water in some communities in West Virginia and Minnesota.

DuPont and 3M, which manufactured the chemical and used it in manufacturing processes, were aware of the persistence and potentially harmful health effects for many years, without notifying the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as required under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). EPA will fine DuPont a min of $13 million and a potential max of $300 million for its violation of TSCA.

5 Title: Clean Water Act Presenters: Ryan Alexander, Evan Kent, Yoshmichi Makihara, John Milton, Brooke Ziegler, Environmental Science - ENV150 Instructor: Katie Barndt A poster presentation

Abstract: The Clean Water Act is the primary piece of legislation by which the federal government of the United States enforces water quality regulations. It is an important piece of legislation covering the research of new solutions for water pollution problems, grants for treatment options, and the regulation and permit of enforceable standards for activities involving public bodies of water. We have case studies on wetlands, hydrological power, aquifers, and the impacts of construction on water quality. Our presentation will explore the ramifications of the Clean Water Act, the history of the legislation, how it works, what it affects, the relevant government bodies (Army Corps of Engineers, the Environmental Protection Agency, and state and local regulatory agencies like the Washington State Department of Ecology), and how they use the Act to regulate our water.

ATOMS TO ECOSYSTEMS

Students: Matthew Manges, Post Baccalaureate, Physical Therapy, North Seattle Community College Mentor: Kalyn Owens, Chemistry, North Seattle Community College Mentor: Ann Murkowski, Biology, North Seattle Community College Class: . Atoms to Ecosystems: An Interdisciplinary and Community-based Program for Science Majors Mounting evidence suggests that the traditional focus on content knowledge acquisition in isolated discipline–specific classrooms is not preparing students to be "flexible" thinkers in an increasingly interdisciplinary scientific community and in a rapidly changing global marketplace. In response to this notion, we have designed a post-secondary program for science majors (Atoms to Ecosystems) that makes learning interdisciplinary and makes learning about community by providing opportunities for students to engage in daily shared learning experiences that drive classroom activities. This particular study is focused on gaining a better understanding of how students in our Atoms to Ecosystems program think and problem solve at the interface between chemistry and biology with a specific emphasis on understanding how shared experiences drive progress in the affective dimensions of learning (such as engagement, motivation and confidence). To document learning in process we utilized the "capture method", which involves videotaping a group of learners as they work to create meaning of a complex interdisciplinary idea. In this study, we document a group of students struggling together to represent and understand the structure and function of the membrane bound protein Aquoporin, which required an understanding of both chemistry, biology, and how to problem solve at the interface of these two disciplines. We then see how the story affects them, their classmates, the facilitator, other faculty, and ultimately leads to a better understanding of the power of a community of learners.

Title: Computer Model Explores the Potential for Tracking HIV Infection via the Noninvasive Use of Infrared Spectroscopy

Student: Anthony Evans, Post Baccalaureate/Personal Enrichment

Faculty: Ann Murkowski/Kalyn Owens

Using PCR to Identify Coliform Sources in Urban Wetlands Students: Nancy Bussman, Pre-Pharmacy, Mat Solomon Oceanography, Julia Purdy, Marine Biology, Yana Kazak, Medicine Mentored By: Ann Murkowski, Biology and, Kalyn Owens, Chemistry Class: Atoms to Ecosystems

Recent studies suggest that Thornton Creek, like many of Seattle’s urban creeks do not meet Washington State’s standards for water quality; contamination of this waterway from point and non point source pollution has resulted in degradation of water quality and aquatic habitats.1 Point sources such as municipal and industrial wastewater have been easier to identify, whereas little attention has been directed towards non point sources such as fertilizers, storm runoff, and fecal contamination. Advances in molecular microbiology such as PCR amplification and DNA sequencing provide new methods to address non point sources. For example, fecal coliforms can be traced back to an origin, by using primers with specific DNA sequences unique to its species. We used PCR to identify the source of coliforms in the wetlands of Thornton Creek at North Seattle Community College. Specifically, we are interested in comparing the coliform communities at the entrance and exit to this system to determine the relative contributions of human, pet and wildlife bacteria. To do this, water samples were collected at three sites including high flow and low flow input days. All samples were then cultured on high and medium nutrient plates in order to quantify the bacteria present. PCR amplification was performed on fecal coliform colonies, using a universal 16S primer in addition to forward and reverse primers designed for specific sequence markers of human, pet and wildlife feces. Results

1 Thornton Creek Watershed Management Committee, Thornton Creek Watershed Characterization Report, (2000).

7 from this study will not only clarify the source of fecal coliforms present in this urban wetland, but also allow the city of Seattle to develop an action plan to address such non point source pollutants.

Title: Chemical Characterization of Particulate Matter using GC-MS and Scanning Electron Microscopy Students: Kristina Gill, Sophomore, Nanotechnology; Anna Grimes, Post-Baccalaureate, Naturopathic Medicine; Rebekah Hermosillo, Junior, Radiology; Josh McLaughlin, Sophomore, Chemistry Mentor: Kalyn Owens, Chemistry; Ann Murkowski, Biology Class: Atoms to Ecosystems

Atmospheric particles from automotive emissions have been shown to be key players in a significant number of bronchial related human illnesses. It is believed that these nanometer- sized particles disrupt mitochondrial function by cell membrane penetration and electron transport chain interference There is preliminary evidence that the presence of transition metals and/or polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) on these particles are responsible for the documented disruption in cellular function1, but the details of the underlying toxicological mechanism remains largely unknown. In this study, we take the first step towards gaining a better understanding of the health effects of combustion particulate matter by characterizing and quantifying the PAHs present on atmospheric particles collected in proximity to a major interstate freeway. The particles are collected using a size fractionated particle collector (ChemVol ® High Volume Cascade Impactor), then extracted via solid phase extraction process, and analyzed using GC-MS. Furthermore, the particles are visualized and the base elements are identified using SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy). The presence of PAHs on the particulate matter has been documented and SEM imaging will show the elemental makeup of the particulate matter. Future studies of mitochondrial toxicity will elucidate the connection between PAHs and health related effects due to particulate matter.

1. Morawska, Lidia; Moore, Michael; Ristovski, Dr. Zoran. Health Impacts of Ultrafine Particles: Desktop Literature Review and Analysis. Austrailian Government, Department of the Environment and Heritage. 2004

Assessing the Performance of Floating Chambers in Monitoring Localized Flux of Carbon Dioxide in Wetlands Students: Fuad Ayeshalmoutey, Amarpal Singh, Brian Ly, Benyam Kahsai, Heidi Yu, Joshua Porch & Francis Scott Mentors: Ann Murkowski (Biology), Kalyn Shea Owens (Chemistry) Modeling the participation of wetlands in the global carbon cycle has been the focus of much recent research1. In many of these studies, a floating chamber attached to an infrared gas analyzer (IRGA) was used as a tool for measuring localized carbon flux. The resultant data has received criticism out of concern that the shape and motion of the chamber itself interferes with the collection of data through an alteration of surface turbulence and wind shear2. Our work focused on producing a protocol for consistent use of the chamber that takes into account the potential influence of the chamber on the experiment itself. Consistent use of the chamber will further aid in accurate real-time modeling, which is crucial to the determination of the seasonal role of a wetland in the carbon cycle. 1) Remington, S.M., Strahm, B.D., Neu, V., Richey, J.E., Brandao de Cunha, H., 2007. The role of sorption in control of riverine dissolved organic carbon concentrations by riparian zone soil in the Amazon basin. Soil Science, 172(4), 279-291. 2) Ritchey, J. E., Melack, J.M., Aufdenkampe, A.K., Ballester, V.M., Hess, L.L., 2002. Outgassing from Amazonian rivers and wetlands as a large tropical source of atmospheric CO2. Nature, 416, 617-620.

Title: CO2 flux in the Thornton Creek Watershed: Effects of Weather, Season, and Location Students: Monica Kerr-Riess, Post-Baccalaureate, Oceanograph;, Kathleen Lunghofer, Sophomore, Science; Hailie Colson, Sophomore, Biology; Mentors: Ann Murkowski, Biology; Kalyn Owens, Chemistry Recent studies suggest wetlands are a large source of CO2, indicating their importance in the global carbon cycle.1 Tropical wetlands have been studied extensively, but little is known about CO2 flux in temperate wetlands, especially during the winter months. A temperate wetland and creek in Seattle, WA, were chosen as a location to study CO2 flux during the winter and spring. The objective was to investigate seasonal and weather related changes in CO2 flux and other water quality measures, and determine the changes along the length of the watershed, including the headwaters of the South Fork of Thornton Creek, Meadowbrook Pond, and the outlet at Matthew’s Beach. On a weekly basis CO2 flux, measured with an Infrared Gas Analyzer, dissolved oxygen, pH, and temperature were collected. Daily weather data was collected including temperature, barometric pressure, and rainfall. The abundance and types of plants and animals were noted in order to observe the seasonal changes and any influence of these organisms on the CO2 levels. It is expected that the waters will become more of a CO2 sink as the season changes due to the increased photosynthetic activity prominent in the spring. Interestingly, the headwaters are evading CO2 while the downstream waters are absorbing CO2. The preliminary data indicates that CO2 evasion at the headwaters is occurring at a rate of 4ppm/min and CO2 absorption is occurring at the outlet at a rate of 4ppm/min. The results of this study could be extrapolated and used to aid in construction of a CO2 flux model for the Pacific Northwest. Further study into the summer and fall and studies on other types of streams would also be beneficial.

1 Mayoraga, Emilio; Aufdenkampe, Anthony; Masiello, Caroline; Krushe, Alex V.; Hedges, John I.; Quay, Paul D.; Richey, Jeffrey E.; Brown, Thomas A. 2005. Young organic matter as a source of carbon dioxide outgassing from Amazonian rivers. Nature, 436: 538-541.

9 A Molecular Approach to Characterizing Microbial Communities in Local Wetlands Students: Hannah Yoon, David Peraino, Micah Herst-Gianola, Jesse Lenihan, Dustin Evans Faculty mentors: Ann Murkowski and Kalyn Owens Class: A2E (Atoms to Ecosystems)

Abstract: A Molecular Approach to Characterizing Microbial Communities in Local Wetlands The clear correlation between elevating carbon dioxide levels and global warming has created an urgent need to accurately model carbon cycles on both global and local levels. Recent research has suggested that decreased output or conservation of soil carbon is heavily reliant on microbial activity¹. It is vital that microbial soil communities be characterized to comprehend the role of urban wetlands in the overall carbon cycle. We extracted DNA from four soil samples at pre- selected sites at North Seattle Community College's wetlands with varying water exposure. A PCR was conducted with universal 16S primers. Products were sequenced and compared to known sequences in order to identify bacteria in the samples. These results will help us to look for correlations between carbon dioxide flux of these wetlands (provided by colleagues) and the microbial community composition. Examining the correlations could result in deeper understanding of the relationship between these two factors, allowing us to more accurately model the role of the wetlands in the overall carbon cycle.

Spatial monitoring of dissolved Oxygen in Thornton Creek: a study of the factors influencing the water quality

Iulia Vartolomei, Sophomore, Pharmacy/Brett Periard, Sophomore, Pharmacy/ Joe Reichert, Sophomore, Undeclared/Aisha Khan, Sophomore, Undeclared

Mentor: Ann Murkowski, Biology/Kalyn Owens, Chemistry

Gaining a better understanding of the effects due to non-point pollutants in urban watersheds is crucial to ultimately making progress in improving water quality and restoring livable habitats for native aquatic life. Currently Thornton Creek has several water quality problems including excessive levels of fecal coliform bacteria, depressed dissolved oxygen (DO), elevated temperature, pesticides, and increased nutrient concentrations1. Although all of these problems need attention, we are particularly interested in gaining a better understanding of spatial variance in DO levels along the entire length of the creek. Field studies have shown that low oxygen levels can be lethal to many fish, yet a coordinated effort to monitor and understand variance in DO levels along the creek has not been done. In this study, we measured DO concentrations both at the surface and on the stream bed at multiple Thornton Creek sites. We also quantified CO2 out-gassing using an infrared gas analyzer (IRGA) and nutrient concentrations as a means to explore the causative factors in the spatial variance of DO. Recent monitoring indicates that oxygen concentrations are indeed depressed at the gravel floor of the creek, and show a preliminary increasing trend as the creek progresses towards the mouth of Lake Washington. In line with this trend, both CO2 out-gassing and nutrient levels indicate a steady decline as the water progresses downstream. This work supports the suggestion that a large coordinated effort is needed to continuously monitor urban water quality parameters, and that more exploration of the specific impacts of non-point pollutants is needed and will be explored in our future work.

1. Thornton Creek Watershed Management Committee,(2000)Thornton Creek Watershed Characterization Report, Seattle Public Utilities.

NUTRITION 150

Title of wiki: “Nutrition for the World”

Students: Chigusa Sonobe, second year, major: AA degree; Tsung-che Tsai, first year; Heijong Jang, major: undecided; Stephanie Powless, second year, major: sociology; Kalindi Dawda, second year, Associate of Business Degree; Theresa Wang, second year, AASD-Medical Assistant: Kyung (Jenny) Kim, first year; Su Yeon Kim, major: undecided; first year, major: strategic communication; Meng (Annie) Wu, [email protected], first year, major: Business (finance)

Class project for NTR 150 D1 and NTR 150 ZD1

Academic Year & Major: Some students are taking the class for linked credit, some as a nursing program prerequisite, some as a science elective, so they are at various places in their programs—some closer to the beginning, some near the end. A few are post-graduate but taking this course as part of a possible career change.

Mentor: Judy Learn, Nutrition Presentation: Course created wiki Technical support: a computer to display wiki (laptop or any computer set up will work) Abstract:

The original idea for the wiki came from the instructor, Judy Learn, who was looking for a more visual way for students to share what they’ve been learning in nutrition, and to invite students in the linked class to share content relevant to both courses (World Hunger and Nutrition). Individual students have shared content such as experiences in the Peace Corp (with photos), poverty in their country of origin, healthy recipes, and many other topics related to course content and wider concerns—biofuels and gasoline, rising food prices, the global increase in food costs. [This is a preliminary attempt, a work in progress as students learn how to participate

11 in the wiki, and the instructor learns how to facilitate sharing of ideas beyond the explicit content of the course, and a way for students to reach beyond just the discussion forums of the online class.

ENGLISH 104

Project Title: Making Language Visible: Diagram This! Faculty Mentor: Laura McCracken, [email protected] Class: ENG 104: Advanced English Grammar

Abstract: “Making Language Visible: Diagram This!” is a project designed by students in English 104: Advanced English Grammar. The goal of the project is to show the campus community what we have learned about the syntax (structure) of the English language and from that, what we have learned about effective communication. One of the major activities in the course is diagramming sentences; we do this to visually represent the relationship between sentence parts and the role of each word, phrase, and clause in a sentence. To show off our diagramming skills and to demonstrate the complex nature of our language, we will be creating poster diagrams of various sentences—some written by students, others from famous books and speeches (such as Dr. Seuss and Dr. Martin Luther King), and others from song lyrics (such as “Killing Me Softly”). One group of students is also creating a fill-in-the-blank diagram, which will be like a puzzle and will elicit input from viewers. The students participating in the project will sign up for times during the day to “person” the posters and answer questions. We hope this presentation will allow people in the community to see how fascinatingly complex our language is, to understand how challenging it can be to analyze that language, and, most importantly, to see how much fun can be had by everyone when we enjoy and appreciate what we can do with words.

ENGLISH 101

Title: Decisions Student: Steve Nelson, Electronics Technology major Instructor: Diana Ma Class: ENG 101

Richard Rodriguez’s “The Achievement of Desire,” recounts the author’s struggle to balance his life between home and school, and how academic success meant having to leave his family and his past behind. Rodriguez feels that success in the academic world is contrary to his working- class roots, that achievement in education means he must assimilate to the Anglo culture. While reading Richard Hoggart’s book, “The Uses of Literacy,” he finds the term “scholarship boy,” and he feels the description of one is that of himself. He then elaborates, with great detail, how while in school he merely recycled other people’s thoughts, but never expressed any original insight to what he studied. He did what it took to move ahead, but never learned to think critically. I thought that “The Achievement of Desire” was the most descriptive story we have read so far. The way the author said, “He is a great mimic; a collector of thoughts, not a thinker” (203), really captured the idea that he spent his years in school just trying to get the grade, doing what he was told to do. Along with the multiple references to Hoggart’s book, I got a very good sense of what Rodriguez meant by “scholarship boy.” After reviewing this story and rereading some parts, I also get the impression that this is a scholarship boy just by how casually he speaks of turning his back on his family. When the author says “I was embarrassed by their lack of education” (200), referring to his parents, I really feel abhorrence for this man. What’s interesting is that throughout this story, I never really sensed the author felt deeply one way or the other. There was great description and vivid scenery, but the author never expressed great feeling as to whether he felt remorse, guilt, or any other emotions I might feel in his place. Even towards the end when he speaks of nostalgia, I just don’t feel the depth of his emotions.

Title: In Contrast Name: Chitmanat Nuntalogwithoon, Fernanda Gamboa, Barry Mariama Faculty Name: Diana Ma Class: English 101 Project: Poster Abstract: Our poster will be focusing on the sex image through advertisement in magazine that promotes the sex appeal in selling their product; in contrast to that we will make another poster that convey the alternative way that advertisement take to promote the feminine and more appropriate image. ISP220/WORLD HUNGER

Project Title: Mexico’s President and his Policies Instructor: Najma Rizvi Student: Jose Cordoba Class: ISP 220/World Hunger Presentation Mode: PowerPoint CASE STUDY OUTLINE

13 The case that I will be presenting is about Mexico’s president Felipe Calderon and his policies. I will explore the main factors responsible for the present food crisis. I will also examine the policies of the government related to the problem. In order for people to understand, I will talk about the difference between social classes; and how the rate of employment of the country is affecting everyone’s homes. I will examine to what extent the solutions proposed/implemented by the government has been or has not been successful eradicating the problem. I will also offer several suggestions on how to improve the situations and give people’s different views.

Title: Cyclones in Myanmar and Bangladesh Student: Diana Pascual My project will show the difference between the response of two different governments to disaster. The countries are Bangladesh and Myanmar. Last year, Bangladesh was ravaged by Cyclone Sidr, and it was a similar cyclone that hit Myanmar this year. Cyclone Margis hit Myanmar and many people were killed. The way these countries reacted to the disaster reflects strongly on the governments and their priorities. My presentation will be a powerpoint. It will have graphic images of the aftermath of cyclone Sidr and images of Bangladesh and Myanmar, respectively. It will show pictures of relief, list of countries who provided aid, and the reaction of the world to the actions of each government. The powerpoint will be 15-20 minutes long. It will be interactive as well.

SERVICE LEARNING

Title: What is Service Learning? Student: Liz Kendall, Sophomore at NSCC & graduating with an AS Option 2 this quarter Will be majoring in Civil Engineering at Seattle University Instructor: Marilyn Smith Class: Service Learning & Leadership 101, 102, 103

Abstract: Come check out the Service Learning & Leadership 101, 102, and 103 class display to see how seven NSCC students have spent several hundred hours serving or leading on campus and in the community over Spring Quarter. Read about why they do it, how they do it, and what they recommend you do. PSYCHOLOGY 298

Title: False Memories Name: Norma Renteria, 1st Year of College, Intended Major: Psychology Faculty Mentors: Melissa Grinley Class: Independent Psychology 298 Abstract: False Memories (in poster format) For my project, I have been studying false memories in psychology. My rough thesis is that people can lead to believe false memories about their childhood. These often surface as “repressed” memories and are difficult to prove or disprove. I will present the occurrences of false memories, which include the Lost In The Mall experiment by Loftus, other lab experiments, childhood sexual abuse cases, and eyewitness testimony. As part of my project I will detail theories of why and how false memories occur, these include over eager counselors and types of therapy, memory, as well as the brain.

Title: Phoneme Deficits in Specific Reading Disabilities (SRD)

Robynne Hawthorne Psychology 298 Melissa Grinley AA degree 2nd year/ Psychology Major Poster Presentation

Abstract. Phoneme deficit causes reading and spelling disabilities. Phonemes are the separate sound units in a word that distinguishes words from each other. Research and study has shown that children with Dyslexia (SRD) have benefited from learning to isolate phonemes in words and syllables with practice using mouth pictures and with guidance through the different sounds that make up the foundations of English. Teaching the patterns of English first sets up scaffolding for the later Romance and Greek influences in English. Children with Specific Reading Disabilities have shown significant progress with training in the manipulation of sound, feel and location of individual sounds.

15 Title: Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Student: Heather D. Ashley, Sophomore Status/ Writing & Literature Major Faculty mentor: Melissa Grinley PSY 298/ Independent Study This project represents my research into the topic of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, instituted by Cognitive Psychologist, Albert Ellis. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy is a practical, action-oriented approach to coping with maladaptive disorders such as depression and anger. It places a good deal of its focus on the present: on currently-held attitudes, and painful emotions that can sabotage a fuller experience of life. PSYCHOLOGY 109 (Fundamentals of Psychological Research)

Title: Making the Grade: Do Our Test Expectations Influence Our Test Performance? Students: Glenn Larson & Kidst Messelu Faculty: Melissa Grinley Research suggests test performance increases when students are warned of the difficulty of an exam well in advance (Sax & Reade, 1964, as cited by Weber, C. & Bizer, G., 2006). This is because students who expected a difficult exam studied more. Little research has studied the effects of warnings directly before an exam (Weber, C. & Bizer, G., 2006). We tested these effects, using college-level participants. Each participant received the same test, with three written instruction conditions: difficult, easy, and a control. We hypothesized that participants who were instructed their test was difficult, would have mean scores lower than the other conditions. Likewise, the control group would perform worse than the participants who were instructed their test was easy.

NANOTECHNOLOGY

Title: Nanotechnology at North Students: David Dudley, AAS-T Nanotechnology; Gabriel Hansen, Certificate in Nanotechnology; Dmitry Kaminsky, AAS-T Nanotechnology Faculty mentor(s): Alissa Agnello, Nanotechnology Program Nanotechnology is the study and manipulation of materials on the molecular level and the manufacture of technology incorporating these materials. There are two fundamental processes of nanoscale fabrication: top-down and bottom-up. Both use unique scientific equipment and techniques. Opportunities are available to students looking to go into a technical field of study, as well as professionals looking to broaden their area of expertise. Since the scope of scientific fields and commercial industries affected by nanotechnology is vast, an overview of the basic concepts at the foundation of this area of study and its applications are presented. COORDINATED STUDIES: JIHADISM AND YOU

The title: The life of Johnny Jihad Students: Brittanie Froehlich, Ryan McNamee, Sam Yohannes, Trevor Waymack Instructors: Christopher Davis and Rick Olguin Class:Jihadism and You Presentation: a windows media movie

Equipment needs: We will need a laptop and a projector that can be hooked up to the laptop so that we can play the movie off a flashdrive

This presentation showcases the life of Johnny Walker Lindh. Who grew up in California and due to life events joined the Taliban. He was later brought up on charges by the federal grand jury ranging from conspiracy to the facilitation of the Taliban.

Title: Pat Tillman: American Martyr or Casualty of War? (laptop/projector) Students: Amanda Solitario ([email protected]) graduating this quarter, Audrey, Georgia Faculty: Davis and Olguin

When American football star, Pat Tillman, turned down a 3.6 million dollar contract to enlist in the army after September 11th, many people said he was crazy. The media glorified Tillman’s selfless actions, and all over the country, citizens were calling him a true American patriot. Tillman, an Army Ranger, was deployed to the Middle East in support of the war on terror. On April 22, 2004, Tillman’s life was brought to an end at the age of 27. By now, everyone is somewhat familiar with the cover-up of his death. This presentation will shed light on the circumstances surrounding the cover-up, as well as who benefited from the conspiracy.

Our presentation will:

1. Give general background information on Pat Tillman 2. Answer the question why was his death covered-up 3. Compare Tillman to a Muslim jihadi, and then ask the question if Tillman is a hero or casualty of war. This will be a presentation using video clips and photos. We will need a laptop and projector.

17 Title: Rachel Corrie and the Spirit of Self-Sacrifice Students: Roger Banther, Brandin, Aaron Newton , Eric, Mischelle Instructors: Olguin and Davis

Media required: One outlet and one table

Abstract Summary: Will include a brief background lecture accompanied by video, photos, a poster, and a one page flyer available for those interested. At least one student will be present at all time to field questions of interest.

WORLD LANGUAGES (2 DVD’s/2 tables)

I have

 several students of Spa 102 – displaying samples of their “Mi vida en español” portfolios and other samples of work done in Spa 101 and 102  Some students of Spa 103 showing their presentations on DVD’s  Students of Spa 203 showing the illustrations made while discussing the novel “Rosaura a las Diez” The students that are going to be sitting at the table taking turns are not necessarily the ones who designed the project; several of them have to work. So I made shifts of students who will be earning extra credit for participating in the symposium.

We will need

 App. 2 tables  2 DVD players.

There is one excellent project that should be shown on the big screen. Is about music produced around the campus elements, i.e., garbage cans, water fountain, etc playing with Spanish words.

PEC 155/FIRST AID and PERSONAL SAFETY

Title: “How to properly use an AED" Participants: Mileaux Welty [email protected] Transfer degree/undecided Dustin Pickert [email protected] Electronic technology Janine Brunelle [email protected] Radiological technology FacultyMentor: Mr. Bernie Kay First Aid and Personal Abstract: This presentation will demonstrate for students how to follow directions and properly use and Automated External Defibrillator. The presentation will be done in skit form. Questions and Answers will be addressed at end of presentation. Technical support needed: microphones for voice amplification during skit and for question and answer portion.

Instructor: Kenji Tachibana Class: Art 114 - Introduction to Digital Photography

Description: Most of the photo-boards are from the Summer 2007 Coordinated Studies class taught jointly with Dr. Bob Schuessler (Communication). Andrei Davis, graduate student, assisted in the team teaching process. Other boards are from the following Fall 2007 and Winter 2008 classes.

Class Objective: to learn how to tell a story. The secondary objectives are to: · Learn how to use the digital camera to help tell your story · Learn how to use photographic design to help tell your story · Learn how to use lighting to help tell your story · Learn how to re-shoot your story ideas to help tell a better story