Research topic: Science Fiction Genres

Research question: How does the genre and subgenres of Science Fiction create appeal and popularity among readers?

To learn more click on link: Justin Angelo Giann Agudo

Research topic: Creative Writing & Mental Health

Research question: Can storytelling/creative writing affect college students' mental health?

To learn more click on link: Nathan Arrasmith

Research topic: Algorithms in Social Media

Research question: Does the social media algorithm mimic real life choices?

To learn more click on link: Nadine Castillo

Research topic: Local Livelihood

Research question: What is causing locals to leave behind their home in Hawaii?

To learn more click on link: Shannon Funai

Research topic: Art of Code

Research question: How is coding a form of Creativity?

To learn more click on link: Keola Iseri

Research topic: Remote Internships

Research question: Are remote media internships/jobs providing the same value for interns/workers as they did in-person?

To learn more click on link: Cierra Klonwski

Research topic: Misinformation

Research question: How has misinformation in the digital age--specifically misinformation originating from Facebook--impacted communities in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic?

To learn more click on link: Dyana Matthijssen

Research topic: Building the Lahui

Research question: In what ways is it important to build up the Lahui?

To learn more click on link: Anastazia McIntosh

Research topic: Perspective

Research question: Can you teach a dog new tricks? (specifically looking at artists)

To learn more click on link: Micah Niinuma

Research topic: Video Game Distributions

Research question: How has modern technology supported the advancement of indie game developers?

To learn more click on link: Joseph Payongyong

Research topic: Strive to thrive in Hawaiiʻs High Cost of Living

Research question: How can new media communication techniques help Hawaii thrive in its highest cost of living in the nation?

To learn more click on link: Abbie Reed

Research topic: Filipino Americans and Cultural Identity

Research question: What factors contribute to the cultural identity crisis for local-born Filipino Americans, and how can we overcome them?

To learn more click on link: Yasha Ronquillio

Research topic: Evolution of Short Form Video Editing (specifically looking at YouTube)

Research question: How have methods in video and filmmaking affected our modern-day creativity? How has YouTube affected modern-day creativity?

To learn more click on link: Ryne Shinno

Research topic: Race and Culture's Affect on a Historical Event

Research question: How does a historical race riot influence one or more cultures?

To learn more click on link: Renea Stewart

Research topic: Creative Disruption

Research question: How does the structure of social media platforms affect “authentic” artists?

To learn more click on link: Amber Viernes

Research topic: Self and the Community

Research question: How does self-perception impact one's identity in a larger group/community?

To learn more click on link: Michelle Zheng