Honors Program, UNL
Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)
Mentored research and creative activities in all disciplines allows students to develop skills and experiences that enhance their professional or graduate school credentials and career opportunities. Students have described their Honors senior projects as the "most intellectually exciting and rewarding experience" of their college careers.
Support for undergraduate research is strong at Nebraska. The University funds research scholarships that pair faculty mentors and students in their second and third years (UCARE-Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience). Academic departments also sponsor internships and cooperative education programs in the business and scientific communities in the state and in the nation.
The Honors senior projects here are open to the general public. Honors theses or projects that have been withheld from public disclosure are archived here:
2027
Avian Influenza and the Approach to Designing an H5N1 Vaccine, Lauren N. Hickey
2026
Assessing Trauma Competence Among Title IX Practitioners: Analyzing Self-Perceived Capability and Associated Factors, Aliena Hansen
Cytoplasmic Shift of Interferon Regulatory Factors Co‐Evolved With Jawed Vertebrate Innate Immunity, Vanessa M. Hubing
Transforming Theory into Action: Feminist Frameworks in Reproductive Justice Organizing, Ella R. Mitchell
Piano Composition And The Role Of Women In Nineteenth Century Europe, Khang Nguyen
The Night Circus - The Traveling Edition: An Advertising Campaign and Cross-Cultural Analysis, Charlee A. Salinas
Eating For Healthy Eyes: The Role of Nutrition in Ocular Health, Brianna Stroh
Rewriting The Boer ‘Slim’: Alice Stopford Green’s Reports on St. Helena’s Prisoner of War Camp and Her Impact on British Views of Boer Prisoners, Natasja A. Swanson
2025
Women Composers’ Music Contributions Equal to Those of Male Counterparts During the Romantic Era, Chelsea J. Abels
Who Has the Leash on the Watchdogs? An Analysis of Public Records Laws in the State of Nebraska, Madelyn Ames
Scalable MXene-based Textile Supercapacitors, Abaigeal Aydt
Nebraska's Preparedness for a Growing Diverse Aging Population: A Survey of Area Agencies on Aging, Vince Barger
Global Brand, Local Market: A Strategic Analysis of Netflix’s Adaptation Challenges in India, Carolina Barraza
Dutch Bros Coffee Strategic Audit, Parker Barry, Olivia Palmer, Cade Swanson, Braden Starck, and Jacob Whiston
Biological Reduction of Perchlorate in Martian Regolith Simulant Using Azospira Oryzae, Brianna Bernhardt
Domain Communication in Bifunctional Proline Utilization A from Sinorhizobium Meliloti, Emma Bitterman
The Connection Between an Unequitable Distribution of Care Responsibilities and a Widening Gender Nutrition Gap in Latin America, Alexis Nicole Bodlak
Carbon Fiber CV Tripod Axle Design: Husker Motorsports Formula SAE, Taylor D. Boudreaux
Sodium and Potassium in Health and Cellular Function, Jordyn Branz
Empowering the Future: The Role of Women Landowner Networks in Succession Planning, Charlotte Brockman, Andrea Basche Dr., and Brooke McWherter Dr.
J.A.C. Redford’s Variations on the Incarnation: Looking Back and Forward with Piano Theme and Variations, Nathaniel Brown
The Impact of Provider Communication on Treatment Adherence in Patients with Hypertension and Diabetes, Trey Carlson
The Effects of Interpretation on Children of Immigrants, Crystal Carrillo
Home Depot Strategic Audit, Jackson E. Clasen
Induced Mutagenesis in West Nile Virus Non-Structural Protein 3 With a Discussion of the Mutation's Effects on Viral Properties, Caden Connealy
From Activity to Adaptability: Systematic Review on Elevating Adolescent Resilience Through Physical Activity, Kaylee Cowdrey
Artists and Inspirations: A Look at the Past and My Present, Sofie A. Curto
Strategic Audit: Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc., Jenna Derowitsch, Tram Ngo, Tenley Katt, Makenna Henning, and Lexi Soukup
Understanding Automation from a Computer Science Perspective, Matthew Donsig
The Digital Glow: Effects of Blue Light on Children and the Development of a Children's Book to Raise Awareness on Eye Health, Mallory Easland
SoFi Technologies Incorporated Strategic Audit, Elena Eisaman
Piecing Together the Past: Documenting the Philanthropic History of Lincoln’s Arts and Culture, Audrey L. Ellis
Advancing Mitochondrial DNA Visualization and Dynamics in Plants: Application of the MT-HI-NESS Fluorescent Marker, Madeleine H. Faber
All About Over-The-Counters: The Use of Public Health Principles in Health Education, Himanshu Gandhi
A Comprehensive Analysis of Virtual Reality in Modern Healthcare Education, Adarsha Ganesan
Strategic Audit: Wells Fargo & Company, Nathan Q. Gaughan
Beyond Memory: The Transmission of Trauma, Identity, and Resilience in Grandchildren of Holocaust Survivors, Harper Gordman
Beyond Empire: Spain's Contemporary Relationship with Latin America, Gage Groeteke
Food Finding Ability Does Not Predict Annual Survival in Winter Resident Birds, Aidan Hand
Amazon Strategic Audit, Trinity L. Hansen
Gap, Inc. : A Strategic Audit of Gap, Inc. Company, Amber Hanson, Ike McLey, Sophie Thomas, Avery Plessel, and Kira Pavlik
Dr. Doctor: A Look at Life in Medicine, Alexandra Hausmann
“As if the Devil Was in Her”: Fanny Fern’s Remaking of Authorship in the Nineteenth Century, Rowan S. Q. Havranek
Unveiling the Stigma: Doctor Mental Health and Intervention Strategies, Joseph Heirigs
The Overthrow of Mohammad Mosaddegh: U.S. Motivations and Long-Term Consequences, Elizabeth Herbin
He's a Pirate: Greco-Roman Pirates in the Eastern Mediterranean, Nathan Hill
A Strategic Audit of CNH Industrial, Cassidy Hoffman, Derek Huss, Maren Tuell, Cami Chapin, and Megan Berg
Novel Chloroviruses With Unique Glycans On Their Major Capsid Proteins, Cayden J. Homolka
McDonald’s Corporation Case Analysis Fall 2025, Madalynn Janousek
Sisterly Bonds Beyond the Grave: The Ethical Implications of Posthumously Publishing Jane Austen’s Persuasion, Ashleigh Jay
StoneX Commodity Solutions Strategic Analysis Podcast, Zachary J. Johnson
A Strategic Audit: Eli Lilly & Company, Natalie Karrels, Ethan Heinemann, Jonathan Patton, and Meg Williams
Linguistic Differences Between Spanish and English: Challenges for Native Spanish Speakers and Instructional Strategies for Effective Language Learning, Allison Kassing
Illustrating Insects: Using Art to Encourage Experiences in Entomology, Nia Kaufmann
Proposed Civil Design Package for Lincoln Youth Sports Complex, Gracie Kerr, Hayden Wulf, Kiley Pham, and Caitlin Keathley
Mapping Mosquito Habitats with Girl Scouts: A Citizen Science Approach Using the “Mosquito Mission: Scout & Report!” Worksheet, Claire A. Klein
Hickory Street Square Revitalization, Spencer Knight, Grace Dungan, Tim Kula, Evan Lauritsen, and Lindsey Mennenga
A Strategic Audit of Hilton Hotels, Audrey E. Krieger
Apple Inc.: Strategic Audit, Huy Le
Keurig Dr Pepper Strategic Audit, Huy Le, Ethan Zen, Sierra Perkins, and Jack Hudson
Hancock/Dana Strategic Analysis Podcast, Ruby P. Lenzen
Spoken Word Percussion and Its Intersection with Communication, Gwen Leuschen
Equity vs. Excellence: Dichotomy or Duo?, Nadjia I. Logans
Eating Behavior Differences Across Dementia Diagnoses: The Roles of Behavioral Symptoms and Anticipatory Physiological Responses, Charlie J. Lorkovic
Dental Disparities: An Analysis of Dental Caries Risk Factors Promoting Disparities Between Rural and Urban Communities in Nebraska, Nick Lounsbery
Systemic Failures of the Criminal Justice System, Isabella Lucero
Integrated Geophysical Modeling of Newly Identified Pseudofaults within Southern Cascadia Subduction Zone, Morgan R. Madsen
Investigating Fatty Acid Influence on West Nile Virus in Mosquitoes and Birds, Hayley Moree
Understanding How Family Dynamics Affect Mental Health Communication in Inside Out: A Content Analysis, Kataryna Morton
Befitting Bach: Prelude and Fugue Transcribed for Horn Quartet, Caitlin Murphy
Entre la reforma y la realidad: salud y derechos humanos en Costa Rica, Cuba y Uruguay, Alyssa M. Nielsen
Conagra Brands Strategic Audit, Ashley R. Nierman
Optimizing Transcription Efficiency through Mutations in the T7 RNA Polymerase, Claire N. Novak
Gut Feeling: A Holistic Digital Tool for Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Food Sensitivities, Hailey M. Olberding
The Tate Resolution Over a Complete Intersection Ring, Kolton O'Neal
Reassurance and Resolve: Enhancing U.S. Extended Deterrence Credibility in Europe, Andrew Ornduff
The Relationship Between Ethnic Identity and Alcohol Use Severity, Nyanhial W. Pal
Addressing the Lack of Patient Adherence to Exercise Within the Physical Therapy Clinic and Creating Infographics to Improve Patient Adherence, Gretchen Panovich
Effects of Group Delay Dispersion in Silica Glass on Non-Gaussian Laser Pulses, Lars Pedersen
The Importance of Public Health in College Populations: Why Vaccines are Important, Kashish Poore
pH Dependent Structural Characterization of ICH Ensembles Needed for Catalysis, Kevin C. Prososki
Strategies for Reducing Racial Disparities in Maternal Health Outcomes: An Examination of the Role of Doulas, Samavi Rafique
Evolution and Strengths of School Lunch Programs in the United States and Japan, Sarah Ritterling
A Comparative Analysis of Women’s Health in Latin America and the United States: Geographical Context and Preventative Actions, Holly J. Robinson
The Role of Fear of Deportation and Perceived Discrimination on Mental Health Outcomes and Service Utilization among Hispanic Immigrant Nebraskan Women, Karen Rodriguez
ESPN Navigates a New World Order, Grace Rowe
Do We Really Need a Femininemenon?: The Gendered Context of Congress and Women’s Representation, Hannah Scholen
Application of Philosophy in Substantive Due Process Analysis Focusing on Washington v. Glucksberg, Amelia Schwensen
Chipotle Mexican Grill Strategic Audit: An Analysis of Chipotle Mexican Grill Business Strategy, Garrett Smith, Karissa Hodge, Baden Brumbaugh, Daniel Koland, and Ellie Hurst
Intersectionality in Tennis (WTA) Sports Media, Emily Stoner
Through Every Door A New Story: An Advertising Campaign for Francie & Finch Bookshop, Aislinn T. Sullivan
Perfecting the Pride of All Nebraska, David Swotek
Automated Client Dashboard For FACTS Student Information System, Kashish Syed
Bridging the Gap: Stress and Support Systems for Underrepresented Students Pursuing Graduate Education, Carlos A. Tavira-Villegas
Benefits and Applications of Learning with Virtual Reality, Michael W. Timm
Under the Veil: Women's Head Coverings in Tudor England, Savannah Toth
Boston Scientific Strategic Audit, John Trilling, Carly Gorter, Anna Coffey, and Leo Ray