This master’s project investigates the feasibility of establishing a composting facility for greenwaste diversion on Vashon Island, WA. The composting facility would serve to compliment waste reduction efforts already in place on the island. The benef . . .

Annie Smith Peck, a scholar, explorer and Pan-Americanist, educated the general public and businessmen about geography, especially Latin American geography. Peck wrote and lectured to Americans about tourist sights, archeology, exploration, mountainee . . .

This study explores the prevalence and the relationship of cyberbullying among Native American students at Humboldt State University. Cyberbullying defined in brief is the repetitive use of technology to harm an individual. Cyberbullying is a widely s . . .

Field data collected from the consumption of organic forest soil (duff) by smoldering combustion are analyzed to determine the spatial patterns as input for a smoldering combustion model. Moisture, organic, and inorganic contents were measured at long . . .

The primary evolutionary goal of many hatchery supplementation programs is to minimize genetic change and fitness loss associated with captive breeding. The objective of this study was to assess the genetic stability of a hatchery steelhead (Oncorhync . . .

Studies that examine family violence assert that many abusive behaviors are transmitted intergenerationally. Investigations of intergenerational transmissions of family violence it is important to acknowledge that childhood traumatization has a signif . . .

A sample of sixteen homicides occurring in Humboldt County, California was used to compare the Times-Standard’s treatment of homicides in 1982, 1995, and 2009. The sample examined eight homicide cases involving a Native American victim or suspect and . . .

In this study, two ways of accumulating Pb were investigated: natural accumulation and chemically enhanced accumulation with the chelating agent ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA). Young cattails (Typha latifolia) were removed from the Arcata Comm . . .

The purpose of this study was to examine mental health factors including substance use, depression, caretaker bonding, and social self-efficacy in individuals who were previously placed in foster care. This study sought to compare outcomes in those fo . . .

I studied sage grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) nesting habitat from mid-March through mid-August of 1998-2000 in eastern Lassen County, California. I located nest sites of forty-five radio-marked hens. To evaluate habitat selection I measured veget . . .

This project addresses the origins and effectiveness of the political party system in America. The major themes of the scholarly research included in this historiography are that political parties are and have been controversial, that political partie . . .

For over a century, salmonids have been stocked in historically fishless, montane lakes for the sole purpose of creating recreational fishing opportunities. Salmonid introductions have had transformative impacts on historically fishless systems where . . .

The purpose of my project is to provide both a report of the 2005 Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) conference and a longitudinal evaluation of the effects that past EYH Conferences have had for middle school girls in Northern California. The goal of each . . .

The majority of world language programs in the United States are offered to students beginning in high school, an earlier start in middle school gives students the opportunity to lengthen their course of study, and attain higher proficiency in a world . . .

A one-dimensional dense snow avalanche model has been developed to predict avalanche runout distances, flow velocity and flow height over general terrain.

In temperate coniferous forests, forest floor fuels have been linked to variation in important effects of fire, most notably mineral soil heating and post-fire tree mortality. To improve the understanding of fire effects, I collected forest floor fuel . . .

This project sought to lay the groundwork for an outreach effort by CASA of Humboldt to better communicate with community professionals (care providers, teachers and school staff, medical and mental health providers, social workers, probation officers . . .

A Geographic Information System (GIS) was used to build the Health Risk Tool, a decision support tool to model objective health risk. The model was developed using Esri ArcGIS 10.0 and Python 2.6. The tool allows users to customize and implement a dyn . . .

The purpose of this study was to understand how alexithymic characteristics relate to help seeking behavior. Additionally, this study sought to measure the levels of alexithymic characteristics between men and women and how they related to help seekin . . .

This investigation attempts to characterize the flow of quality assurance information in Kenya's off-grid lighting market in order to identify key opportunities for improving access to product information throughout the supply chain. While traditional . . .

Maximum entropy estimation is a non-parametric method of determining probability distributions from limited information. In the field of ecology, maximum entropy estimation has seen use in the last 10 to 15 years as a method for developing macroecoogi . . .

Improved understanding of the importance of estuarine wetlands to the function of coastal ecosystems has lead to increased restoration efforts of degraded wetlands. The South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (SSNERR) in Coos Bay, Oregon, has . . .

Keystone predators can impact many prey species, including those that are endangered. In order to assess the impact predators have on different prey populations, it is essential to identify the species being consumed in different types of aquatic comm . . .

Scent-marking, the deposition of a scent-containing excretion as a means of intraspecific olfactory communication, is common among mammals. For the North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) the latrine serves as a primary area for scent-marking w . . .

Adult female Dungeness crabs (Cancer magister) can be inseminated only while in a soft-shell condition immediately after molting. Population modelers have therefore assumed that all adult female Dungeness crabs undergo an annual molt. Based on this as . . .

Potential long term neurocognitive (NC) and psychological effects from exposure to concussive and subconcussive forces are of growing international concern. Athletes with a history of prior concussions exhibit lower objective performances and higher s . . .

Five species of western gooseberries (Ribes: Grossulariaceae) hybridize to varying degrees in northwestern California and southwestern Oregon. Pollinator surveys and hand-pollination experiments were conducted to identify reproductive barriers between . . .

Interviews were conducted at thirteen Northern California museums, which were selected because of their Native American collections and programming. The purpose of the field research was to determine the philosophies of the museums in connection with . . .

The subject of this work is the life and career of Hans Richter (1843-1916), an eminent Austro-Hungarian conductor who specialized in interpretations of German Romantic music written during the second half of the nineteenth century. Primary focus will . . .

Point data that are collected during a soil survey are aggregated into conceptual map units and portrayed on maps. There is no extensive geographic method to provide information about the relationships between soil-forming factors and soil properties. . . .

Experimental matings of hatchery Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha ) demonstrate that age at maturity is an inherited trait: generally, older aged parents produce progeny that mature at older ages than those produced by younger aged parents. On . . .

The study examined the martial arts spin kick when performed with a vertical jump and without a vertical jump. Seven black belt martial artists each participated in one 2-hour testing session that included performing six kicking trials consisting of t . . .

Rock & Roll burst upon the scene at the same time the Civil Rights Movement picked up momentum in the 1950s. While one might claim this was just a happy coincidence, it was actually a logical progression in music influenced by the same factors pushing . . .

Throughout their global distribution, bats vary in their use of microhabitats along the vertical strata of forests. Ground-based detection techniques typically cannot sample canopy strata in taller forests as it falls beyond detection and netting rang . . .

Old-growth coastal redwood stands and the habitat they provide are the conservation target of Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP) in northern California. In recent years there has been greater access to location information about record-sized tree . . .

This thesis is based on a content analysis of military and civilian websites providing sexual assault prevention and response resources. In 2014 I downloaded a purposive sample of 130 webpages and coded the narratives using ATLAS.ti qualitative data a . . .

Bridging the gap between youth populations, served through a community focused non-profit organization, can enhance the development of leadership skills in youth. This project was structured around a theoretical framework for positive youth developmen . . .

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of the ASO ankle brace and the closed Gibney ankle taping method on kinematics of the lower body when landing from a vertical jump. By observing lower limb joint angular kinematics during landing . . .

The addition of nutrients and fecal coliforms from grazing activities to stream systems has been of great concern to farmers, cattlemen, environmental agencies and advocates, and local citizens. The North Coast Regional Water Quality Board is in the p . . .

One of the greatest threats to forestland today is the increasing presence of people and houses creating potentially incompatible adjacent land uses — forestry and residential. Keeping large tracts of forest intact is beneficial for water quality, wil . . .

The movement ecology of the adult northern red-legged frog (Rana aurora aurora) is essentially unknown throughout its range. Systematic studies, particularly those that investigate terrestrial movements of these animals, are urgently needed since this . . .

A series of hydrothermal (high-temperature and -pressure) phase equilibrium experiments were performed on a natural rhyodacite pumice from the 1,050 calibrated years B.P. pyroclastic flow from the Chaos Crags, Lassen Volcanic Center, California. The p . . .

Bicycle commuting decreases traffic congestion, decreases dependency on oil consumption, and mitigates critical health conditions like heart disease and obesity. Yet, it is a challenge for non-profits, governmental and community organizations to incre . . .

Atherosclerosis, hardening of the arteries, is a leading cause of death in America. Endothelial cells line the arteries and exhibit different morphology (shape) and different physiological properties in areas where atherosclerosis tends to develop. A . . .

The tectonic and climatic history of the Cache Creek watershed has been recorded by fluvial strath terraces from the late Pleistocene to the present. A total of nine terrace elevations at Wilson Valley and nine terrace elevations at Buck Island were m . . .

Subaerial beach sediments were sampled at 80 stations along 62 kilometers of the central Humboldt County shoreline. Samples were taken during winter and summer to represent both the fully eroded and fully accreted conditions of the beach. Beach sample . . .

This thesis is a culmination of my research regarding one of California's early pioneers. He was a gold-seeker, a financier, a politician and a doting husband. Ephraim Willard Burr arrived in San Francisco in 1849 clad in New England virtuosity and an . . .

The relationship between poverty and mental retardation as a social pathology is demonstrated in this thesis. It attempts to explore the relationship be-tween growing up in chronic poverty and the development of a "characterological response". Pertine . . .

An unsupervised classification of Landsat data covering the Warner Mountain Ranger District of the Modoc National Forest, California was analyzed. Field data were in the form of Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) and Compartment Inventory Analysis (CIA) r . . .

Research has demonstrated children and young adults benefit from attending summer camps, especially when exposed to challenging activities in an outdoor environment. Researchers have identified several benefits derived from attending outdoor camps, su . . .

Landmines are currently being cleared using unmanned vehicles. There is a need for verification of the ground covered by a vehicle’s landmine clearing apparatus to ensure clearance of the entire minefield. Recent advancements in satellite positioning . . .

Biomass quantification methods have become of increased interest recently due to the threat of climate change. Organizations such as the California Climate Action Registry (CCAR) have suggested the use of generalized biomass equations to quantify fore . . .

This project was designed to assess if the California Native Plant Society Vegetation Monitoring Program (CNPS VMP) provides habitat data useful for predicting bird distributions. In 2004-2005, point counts for bird occurrences and relevé vegetation s . . .

Long term comparisons are important for understanding intertidal community dynamics and documenting response to environmental pressures. This study compares the historical abundance of high intertidal sessile organisms at two rocky intertidal sites wi . . .

Historically human olfaction has been underestimated. There is considerable recent evidence that olfaction is biologically important in social and emotional contexts, including mate selection and kin recognition. Observations of humans in social conte . . .

With the rising demands for improvement and accountability required under the No Child Left Behind Act, schools are beginning to see the value of making data-based decisions to dramatically increase student achievement on high-stakes tests. Unfortunat . . .

Woody biomass residues generated from timber harvest or fuel reduction thinning operations are a potential feedstock for emerging biomass conversion technologies. However, forest residues typically produce a low quality feedstock which may not be suit . . .

I determined if local coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), Chinook salmon (O. tshawytscha), and steelhead trout (O. mykiss) redd location is dependent upon permeability of the streambed. The study took place in four coastal drainages in northern Humbol . . .

The objective of this project was to assess genetic population structure in Entosphenus tridentatus (Pacific lamprey) to evaluate whether this lamprey exhibits fidelity to natal streams or regions. I investigated genetic variability in 1246 individual . . .

Two environmental models were created to predict the occurrence of closed-cone pine (knobcone & lodgepole) stands and to assess fire hazard in the Smith River National Recreation Area (SRNRA), Six Rivers National Forest. Both models integrated Landsat . . .

Biological invasions are an important topic in today’s global economy. Thousands of animals, plants, and pathogens are being transported through human activity into new ecosystems with sometimes disastrous consequences. Phytophthora lateralis is a wat . . .

Ecosystem services, such as pest control and pollination, are critical benefits of biodiversity necessary for agricultural production. Predators, including insectivorous birds and ants, can provide important biological controls in agroecosystems, boos . . .

The excavation of road fill from stream crossings on former logging roads is a major focus of the watershed restoration program in Redwood National Park. Channel adjustments in response to winter stormflows were measured on 24 newly excavated stream c . . .

Three investigations were conducted on the tidewater goby in captive conditions. The first was an experiment to determine the optimal water temperature and photoperiod for inducing spawning behavior in male and females of the species. It was found tha . . .

The third edition of a Yurok language textbook produced by the Center for Community Development.

Wetland sediments in Yaquina Bay on the central Oregon coast record paleoearthquakes on the Cascadia subduction zone (CSZ). Great earthquakes on the CSZ caused widespread subsidence at Sallys Slough in Yaquina Bay twelve times during the last 4,400 yr . . .

The focus of this project is to create resource and referral guide for current and future Humboldt County In Home Supportive Services social workers, public health nurses, and social service aides to use. This electronic guide is organized based on re . . .

The abuse of people with developmental disabilities is a significant problem in California, with rates of abuse 4-10 times higher than that of the general population. In addition, there is a lack of provider training in relation to clients’ rights and . . .

This is an exploratory and ethnographic study that looked at five families in Stanislaus County (California Central Valley) that experienced homelessness. For the purpose of this study, a family had to include a father, mother, and at least one child . . .

Even when people struggling with serious mental health challenges have food, clothing, shelter, support with medications and other supports, if they have little to do with their time, their chance of relapse increases. Employment can give individuals . . .

Massive Open Online Courses, or MOOCs, have recently been suggested as a way to radically transform higher education. This revolutionary rhetoric speaks to many democratic educators’ goals, but its use warrants closer inquiry. This project first defin . . .

Phytophthora ramorum, an aggressive introduced plant pathogen, has caused the death of several million tanoak (Lithocarpus densiflorus) and oak (Quercus spp.) trees throughout coastal forests of California and Oregon. In the United States, P. ramorum . . .

This project began as an evaluation of the Expanding Your Horizons (EYH) 2003 conference at Humboldt Sate University. EYH in Science and Mathematics are conferences created to promote and foster interest for girls in the areas of science and mathemati . . .

In an era of globalization, migration is on the agenda. Migration patterns are increasing all around the globe due to varying factors, especially to the countries in the European Union (EU). What factors determine migration processes in the European C . . .

In this thesis I explore the mechanisms by which educational institutions can create socially just campuses. Based on an exploration of my internship at a small rural community college in Northern California, literature, and case studies of other inst . . .

I investigated seasonal activity, movement patterns, and habitat use of the wandering salamander, Aneides vagrans, in an old-growth forest canopy. During the fall and winter months from September 2000 to January 2003, a mark—recapture study of salaman . . .

A collection of oral stories told by Hupa tribal members in 1985.

The purpose of this study was to develop a model that would provide more options for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a postsecondary setting. Surveys of special education teachers and administrators who work with students with intellectu . . .

Foragers may use a number of strategies to choose among alternative food items: choosing randomly, sampling to a fixed threshold, or taking the best out of a subset. Little is known about individuals’ consistency in employing these strategies and whet . . .

I evaluated nesting habitat relationships of northern spotted owls (Strix occidentalis caurina) on private lands in coastal northwestern California by comparing habitat metrics (nesting, roosting, foraging, and shrub habitats, amount of core area and . . .

The argument has been made that boys and girls who have a mentor during their formative years will develop a sense of self-confidence that gives them a jump start in the process of growing up, providing a significant boost in the development of succes . . .

Anthropogenic activities in the coastal plain of the Smith River have reduced the quality and quantity of productive salmonid rearing habitat. Consequently, restoration is needed to aid in the recovery of the threatened Smith River coho salmon (Oncorh . . .

Conserving threatened and endangered species requires knowledge of species breeding productivity and the factors that cause variation in reproductive success. I summarized 13 years of reproductive data to quantify lifetime reproductive success (LRS) f . . .

This paper examines the alignment of Human Resource management with a company’s overall mission through their practices of talent recruitment, rewards, training, and quality of working life. This paper will explore and compare companies with a sustain . . .

The purpose of this project was to develop the goals and objectives for the Children’s Bureau’s Title IV-B 5-year Children and Family Services Plan (CFSP) for the Cher-Ae Heights Indian Community of the Trinidad Rancheria by drawing from the results o . . .

The absence of fire in many oak woodlands that historically experienced frequent fire has resulted in invasion and subsequent overtopping of oaks by fast-growing conifers. Little is known about the effects of these structural and compositional changes . . .

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of serial and sequential practice methods on the bilateral skill of the instep drive in soccer. Forty-five fifth grade boys and girls from a local elementary school were used for the study. It was . . .

The health conditions associated with overweight and obesity pose a considerable financial burden on the US healthcare system, and large portion sizes are partly responsible for the rise in the prevalence of overweight. Portion size legislation and su . . .

By the 1960s, parts of mainstream American culture had become so extreme and homogenous that a counterculture of completely opposite values and norms emerged. Although its mantra to ‘tune in, turn on and drop out’ was a call to retreat from the Americ . . .

This thesis explores a burgeoning social movement aimed at shaping the processes of food production and distribution, the Alternative Agrifood Movement. As a collection of initiatives, this movement seeks to mitigate environmental and social injustice . . .

The Argentine ant, Linepithema humile, is a highly invasive insect affecting many areas of Mediterranean climate throughout the world. The Argentine ant has damaged biodiversity in invaded areas by disrupting seed dispersal and pollination, and endang . . .

According to the United States Department of Justice, Humboldt County, California leads the nation in the number of indoor-grown Cannabis plants eradicated by law enforcement officials. Electricity used to power indoor grow operations can be costly, e . . .

This case study illustrates the educational experience of five Latina English learners in California. Using a qualitative research approach, guided by the classroom ecology paradigm, I used an open-ended questionnaire conducting interpretative inquiry . . .

This study tested the relationship between romantic love and extraversion, using the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire Brief Version (Sato, 2005) and the Dupree Romantic Love Questionnaire (Dupree, 1976). Relationships tested were between extraversion . . .

Schizophrenia is a psychiatric disease that affects 1% of the human population, and is characterized as a strongly heritable neurodevelopmental disorder. Genome wide association studies have identified altered expression of dopamine-related genes such . . .

Arctic geese arriving at spring stopover areas are under strict time constraints to build-up endogenous fat and nutrient stores before migrating to their northern breeding grounds. Gizzard grit facilitates the mechanical breakdown of ingested food pla . . .

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) recruit to shallow coastal habitats at four to six months of age. Habitats utilized include kelp and eelgrass beds, estuaries, and tidepools. Black rockfish are unique among Sebastes spp. in that they are found in ti . . .