For a relatively small campus of 4,400 students, the “Warriors” of Eastern Connecticut State University do a lot. They conduct high-quality research and present in conferences across the country. They perform in stunning theatrical productions and produce award-winning artwork. They compete on championship athletic teams and participate in more than 90 clubs. They broaden their perspectives through internships, studying abroad, and engaging in the wider community.
(see more)For a relatively small campus of 4,400 students, the “Warriors” of Eastern Connecticut State University do a lot. They conduct high-quality research and present in conferences across the country. They perform in stunning theatrical productions and produce award-winning artwork. They compete on championship athletic teams and participate in more than 90 clubs. They broaden their perspectives through internships, studying abroad, and engaging in the wider community.
Biochem student Djenerly Massena publishes 'chem-informatics' paper
It's uncommon for undergraduate students to publish their research in a scientific journal. But junior biochemistry major Djenerly Massena has done just that, co-authoring a paper with her faculty mentor and lead author, Kedan He, professor of physical sciences. Their paper, "Examining unsupervised ensemble learning using spectroscopy data of organic compounds," appeared online in November in the Journal of Computer-Aided Molecular Design.
Eastern students participate in Summer Research Institutes
Eastern hosted three Summer Research Institutes (SRIs) at the conclusion of summer break. Occurring from Aug. 22 - 26, the weeklong institutes engaged 29 students in the fields of English, business/marketing and political science. The SRIs culminated on Aug. 26 with presentations in the Webb Hall auditorium.
Eastern students complete summer research fellowships
Two Eastern students spent their summer's completing research fellowships under close faculty mentorship. In order to receive the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Fellowship, students must carry a 3.0 GPA. In addition to the one-on-one mentorship, students receive a $1,000 stipend and $250 for project expenses.
Biology student presents at plant bio conference in Oregon
Honors Biology major Megan Piechowicz presented at the recent American Society of Plant Biology (ASPB) conference in Portland, OR, from July 9 -13.
3 student researchers awarded by Latin American and Caribbean Studies program
The Latin American and Caribbean Studies program recognized three students in its 2022 annual Student Paper Awards.
3 students co-author article on dual language learners
Three Eastern Connecticut State University students have co-authored an article with professor emeritus Jeffrey Trawick-Smith and Julia DeLapp, director of the Center for Early Childhood Education, that was recently published online in a peer-reviewed journal. The article "The Influence of Teachers, Peers and Play Materials on Dual Language Learners' Play Interactions in Preschool" appears in the May 2022 edition of the "Early Childhood Education Journal."
7 students present at NCUR national research conference
Seven Eastern Connecticut State University students presented their research virtually at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) from April 4-8. Hosted annually by the Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR), the national event showcases undergraduate research projects, with more than 3,200 students, faculty and administrators in attendance.
Eugene Bertrand receives grant for tobacco documentary project
Eastern Connecticut State University sophomore Eugene Bertrand was awarded an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Project Grant by Eastern's Provost and Undergraduate Research Council. The grant helped fund Bertrand's history film project titled "Connecticut's Tobacco Industry and Diversity: A History."
Nancy Gonzalez presents on vaccine supply chains at regional conference
Health Sciences major Nancy Gonzalez '22 presented research at the Northeast Decision Science Institute's (NESDI) 51st annual conference in Newark, NJ, this past April. Representing a four-student team of researchers from Eastern, Gonzalez presented the group's project, "Vaccine Supply Chain (VSC) Systems: An Analysis Using Operations Management Perspective."
Tyler Wright to present at 'Posters on the Hill'
Eastern Connecticut State University accounting major Tyler Wright has been selected to present at the annual "Posters on the Hill" conference. His research, titled "The Effect of Length of Stay and Readmission on Total Charges of Total Knee Arthroplasty and Total Hip Arthroplasty Patients," will be presented at the virtual event, which will take place April 26-27.
Noelle Ciccarelli presents on daughter-parent mate preference
Eastern Connecticut State University psychology student Noelle Ciccarelli presented at the Society for Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP) convention on Feb. 18. Ciccarelli's project was titled "Similarities and Differences in Mate Preferences among Parents and their Daughters," and focused on the ratings that daughters gave when seeking a male mate, compared to their parents' ratings when seeking a mate for their daughters.
2 biology students present at plant biology conference
Two biology students from Eastern Connecticut State University presented at the 85th Annual Meeting of the Northeastern Section of the American Society of Plant Biologists (NE-ASPB), held virtually on Oct. 30.
Biology students present at plant biology world summit
Two Eastern Connecticut State University biology students presented research to the American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) during its 2021 Virtual Worldwide Summit held July 19-23.
Eastern student Sierra Nastasi presents on mate guarding at behavioral evolution conference
Psychology student Sierra Nastasi presented on the personality traits associated with mate guarding at the annual conference of the Human Behavior and Evolution Society (HBES) on June 25. Titled "Dark Triad Personality Traits Are Better Than Big 5 Traits at Predicting Mate Guarding and Mate Retention Behaviors in Men," Nastasi was the primary author of the presentation, with the overall Eastern research project led by Psychology Professor Alita Cousins.
Library Research Awards recognize 4 student projects
Eastern Connecticut State University's J. Eugene Smith Library recently announced the winners of its 9th annual Library Research Awards. This year's awards recognize four exemplary undergraduate research projects from the last two years that utilized library resources.
EES student Jack Cerra awarded at New England estuarine research conference
Eastern student Jack Cerra recently received the Rankin Award for best undergraduate oral presentation at the recent virtual meeting of the New England Estuarine Research Society (NEERS).
Olivia Anderson presents on climate change politicization at Posters on the Hill conference
Eastern Connecticut State University student Olivia Anderson recently presented at the prestigious Posters on the Hill Conference on April 28. The conference, which was hosted virtually this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, provided students from across the country with the opportunity to present their research to U.S. senators and other government officials.
17 Eastern students present at virtual NCUR conference
Seventeen Eastern Connecticut State University students presented at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) from April 12-14. The event, which is the largest undergraduate research conference in the country, was hosted virtually this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Political science students present at Pi Sigma Alpha national conference
Eastern Connecticut State University political science students Mary Greenwell '21 and Trevor Mays '22 recently attended the Eighth Annual Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference. This was Eastern's first time at the conference, which is usually held in Washington, D.C. Due to COVID-19, the event was held virtually on March 6-7.
History students present at Phi Alpha Theta regional conference
Eastern Connecticut State University history students Claire Lavarreda '21 and Allen Horn '21 presented their research at a virtual conference of the Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society on March 27. Hosted by Saint Anselm College, the New England regional conference included 25 student presenters grouped into 11 panels from 16 colleges across the Northeast.
Lucy Truszkowski to be published in 'Xchanges'
Eastern Connecticut State University student Lucy Truszkowski '21, an English major concentrating in Rhetoric and Composition, has had her essay accepted in the upcoming undergraduate research-focused issue of "Xchanges," an interdisciplinary journal for technical communication, writing/rhetoric and writing across the curriculum.
Students present at first virtual COPLAC conference
Twelve Eastern Connecticut State University students presented at the first-ever virtual meeting of the Northeast Regional Undergraduate Research, Scholarly and Creative Activity Conference on Nov. 7. Hosted by Eastern and sponsored by the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), the conference featured the scholarly research and creative works of approximately 80 students from nine public liberal arts institutions across the Northeast.
Recent graduate Allison Lundy's honors thesis accepted for publication
Allison Lundy '20, a recent Eastern Connecticut State University graduate, has been notified that her honors thesis, "Effects of Active Outdoor Play on Preschool Children's On-Task Classroom Behavior," will appear in an upcoming edition of "Early Childhood Education Journal."
Students Present at Psychological Science Night
Forty-three students at Eastern Connecticut State University presented research at the fifth annual Psychological Science Night on Dec. 4.
Student Researchers Participate in 2019 TIMPANI Toy Study
Eastern students recently participated in the the Center for Early Childhood Education's (CECE) annual TIMPANI toy study--Toys that Inspire Mindful Play and Nurture Imagination.
Stefanos Stravoravdis Publishes New Research on Antifungal Resistance
New research into antifungal resistance, conducted by Eastern Connecticut State University student Stefanos Stravoravdis '20 and mentored by Biology Professor Jonathan Hulvey, was recently accepted for publication in an international science journal.
Eastern Students Presented at History Honors Conference
Four Eastern Connecticut State University History majors presented their projects at the history honor society's Phi Alpha Theta New England regional conference on Nov. 23. The Phi Alpha Theta conference highlighted research on topics ranging from gender and power to colonial and imperial legacies, and was held at Salem State University in Salem, MA.
Eastern Students Present Findings at Waterbird Society Meeting
Two biology students at Eastern Connecticut State University presented research at the recent Waterbird Society meeting in Maryland this past November.
Students Present Research at Early Childhood Education Conference in Nashville
Early childhood education students Allison Lundy and Alyssa Barry presented research at the annual National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) conference in Nashville, TN, from Nov. 20-23.
Michael Tuttle Presents Psychology Research in Montreal
Eastern Connecticut State University student Michael Tuttle presented his research at the Psychonomic Society's 60th Annual Meeting on Nov. 14-17 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.