Browsing Master's Theses by Issue Date
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An Exploration of Marital Health and Stress Among Military Couples
(East Carolina University, 2013)There are approximately 1.5 million active duty service members in today's military (Department of Defense [DoD], 2010) and approximately 726,000 (56.4%) of these individuals are married (DoD, 2010). Although the military ... -
New Gnostic Gospels
(East Carolina University, 2013)Science Fiction writer Philip K. Dick's quest for God becomes a binding theme in many of his works, including VALIS and The Divine Invasion, two of his final three novels. Together, these two novels, combined with his ... -
The Role of Technology in the 21st Century Art Room
(East Carolina University, 2013)How are art teachers today utilizing computer technology in the classroom and what role do they feel it should serve in art education? The purpose of this study was to explore how elementary art educators in North Carolina ... -
Beyond Historic Bath : Archaeological Investigation of Handy's Point, Bath, North Carolina
(East Carolina University, 2013)This thesis examines the Handy's Point site in Bath, North Carolina, to assess its chronological position, fill a void in our past knowledge, and concludes it is not the former location of the village of Secotan. Artifacts ... -
A Mortuary Analysis of the Structure 7 Cemetery at Town Creek, a Mississippian Site in the Piedmont of North Carolina
(East Carolina University, 2013)Town Creek is a prehistoric Native American site in central North Carolina. The Mississippian period occupation, from about A.D. 1150-1350, saw the most intensive use of the site. The community transformed from a residential ... -
The Same Green and the Same Square and Other Stories
(East Carolina University, 2013)"The Same Green and The Same Square and Other Stories" is a collection of seven short stories that explore the "Why?" of human behavior and emotions--why we do the things we do, why we think the things we think, why we ... -
The Effects of Family Functioning on Academic Achievement in Children with Sickle Cell Disease
(East Carolina University, 2013)Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a complex group of genetic blood disorders that currently affects 90,000-100,000 Americans primarily of African descent. SCD leads to physiological and psychosocial distress. In relation to ... -
Foraminiferal and Geochemical Evidence of Environmental Change in Response to Aquaculture in the Setiu Estuarine-Lagoonal System, Terengganu, Malaysia
(East Carolina University, 2013)In many coastal communities, aquaculture is an important part of the local economy, though fish and shrimp farms may threaten habitats in these coastal systems. Aquaculture was introduced to the Setiu estuarine-lagoonal ... -
Soul Folk, Unzipped : The Intersection of Black Studies and Contemporary Erotica
(East Carolina University, 2013)This thesis explores the ways in which select pieces of contemporary Black erotic literature may be used to gain a deeper understanding of the role of sexuality and intimacy within Black communities around the world. The ... -
North Carolina Winegrowers' Perceptions of Climate Change Impacts
(East Carolina University, 2013)Wine is a product of a specific region’s climate and environment. Climate change is a source of increasing sensitivity. This research analyzes the perceptions of winegrape growers and climate trends, which contribute ... -
Using a Household Food Inventory to Assess Food Variety and Availability Among Mothers in Residential Substance Abuse Recovery Programs
(East Carolina University, 2013)Obesity and substance abuse are two major public health issues in the United States, especially among low-income individuals. The United States Department of Health and Human Services has set forth the Dietary Guidelines, ... -
The Jacobite Rebellion of 1719 : Revenge and Regrets
(East Carolina University, 2013)The Jacobite Rebellion of 1719 was an ambitious failed attempt by Spain and the Jacobites to restore the exiled Stuart king James III to the British throne. Because of its failure, the 1719 rebellion has received little ... -
A case study of occupational therapists serving military personnel: identifying therapeutic approaches to be considered when assessing the occupational performance of military service members with mild traumatic brain injury
(East Carolina University, 2013)The purpose of this study was to explore the means by which occupational therapists experienced in assessing the occupational performance of military service members (MSMs) with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) utilize ... -
Pieces of History : Reconstructing the Past of Bassett Hall, 1650-2013
(East Carolina University, 2013)This thesis will examine the history of one of the historic homes in Colonial Williamsburg, Bassett Hall. It was home to Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. while they funded the reconstruction of Williamsburg. The purpose ... -
A Study of Travelers' Foodie Activity Dimensions, Demographic Characteristics, and Trip Behaviors
(East Carolina University, 2013)People who identify themselves as foodies may do so for vastly different reasons. From interests in sustainable agriculture to gardening, they differ in their lifestyles and behaviors. These interests can be grouped into ... -
The Influence of Aquaculture on Foraminifera and Sediment Properties in the Setiu Estuary and Lagoon of Terengganu, Malaysia
(East Carolina University, 2013)In order to address how aquaculture has influenced the Setiu estuary and lagoon of northeast peninsular Malaysia, foraminifera, sediment grain-size, and carbon and nitrogen isotope ratios and abundances were analyzed in ... -
The Effect of Concept Mapping on Student Understanding and Correlation with Student Learning Styles
(East Carolina University, 2013)This study investigated the use of concept mapping as a pedagogical strategy to promote change in the learning styles of pre-nursing students. Students' individual learning styles revealed two subsets of students; those ... -
The Impacts of Web 2.0, Web 3.0, and Web 4.0 Technologies Used in Distance Education
(East Carolina University, 2013)Many factors influence distance education teaching and learning experiences. This study was explored using two experiments. The first experiment examined tools of Web 2.0 technology (blogs, wikis, and podcasts), Web 3.0 ... -
A Survey of Retailer's Satisfaction
(East Carolina University, 2013)The purpose of this exploratory study is to examine the overall satisfaction of retailers' from manufacturers in a supply-chain system, based on selected "Lean" related factors, such as quality, delivery, cost, and pricing. ... -
Natal Origin of Central Southern Management Area, North Carolina Striped Bass, Inferred from Otolith Microchemistry
(East Carolina University, 2013)Striped bass (Morone saxatilis) is an important commercial and game fish throughout North Carolina coastal waters. These fish have spawning populations present in all of the state's coastal rivers, however populations south ...