Communication Sciences & Oral Health

bLAIR bAUMANN, 2021

The Community Outreach and Application of Silver Diamine Fluoride in Non-Restorative Treatments

This project researches silver diamine fluoride and a needs assessment of the population to present and recruit participants. The final product consists of a 10-page paper on silver diamine fluoride, an outline of a program plan included in powerpoint presentation, and application of silver diamine fluoride in a clinic day.

Course: DH 3503

Supervising Professor: Charlene Dickinson

Rhea Tibrewal, 2021

The Sound of Silence: A Look Into Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

This project includes a paper and an educational module investigating hearing loss due to an excessive amount of noise. The project also includes ways to combat noise-induced hearing loss and ways to help limit the effects after being diagnosed. The final product consists of a 10-page paper and the online educational module that will be implemented in Dr. Wainscott’s future classes.

Course: COMS 3633

Supervising Professor: Sarah Wainscott

Hannah Castro, 2020

Supporting Language Development in Spanish-English Sequential Bilingual Children, Taking Into Account Cross-Linguistic Differences

This project analyzes the narrative language skills of Spanish-English bilingual students through the creation of a collection of therapy lesson plans that support language development in Spanish-English sequential bilinguals. Articulated through a research paper, this project aims to be a teaching tool for speech-language pathologists in order to educate them about the typical language variations that occur in English narratives of the Spanish-English bilingual student population.

Course: COMS 3553

Supervising Professor: Allison Brockett

Bailey Beer, 2019

Technology User Markers and Adaptive Information Interfaces

I will explore questions regarding access to and usability of information systems, paying particular attention to the needs of users as well as their preferences and biases as they differ among technology users.

Course: CSCI 4923

Supervising Professor: David Gardner

Macy Malone, 2019

Review of Literature Differentiating Seven Types of Dysarthria

I will compare and contrast the seven types of dysarthria (motor speech disorders), focusing on the characteristics and etiologies of each.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Kimberly Mory

Molly Malone, 2019

Apraxia of Speech: A Motor Speech Disorder

I will research childhood apraxia of speech and acquired apraxia, including descriptions, assessments, and treatments for both.

Course: COMS 3503

Supervising Professor: Alison Brockett

Emily roper Galbraith, 2019

How Is Your Voice Perceived? A Perceptual Study

I will identify key acoustic markers of speech signals that are perceived as (1) sex-appropriate, (2) age-appropriate, (3) likable, and (4) intellectual, utilizing voices from Texas residents as the stimuli.

Course: COMS 4623

Supervising Professor: June Levitt

Erin Alderman, 2018

Parkinson's Disease and Its Effects on Communication

I will research Parkinson's disease, its effects on communication and daily activities, and its treatment.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: June Levitt

Megan Buhr, 2018

Oral Cancer Awareness on the University Campus

To assess the need for health promotion on campus, I will survey students to determine their knowledge of oral cancer.

Course: DH 4313

Supervising Professor: Schelli Stedke

Rachel Iacobucci, 2018

Visual Attention and Its Implications and Potential in the Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder

I will research the implications of eye gaze in children with autism and the ways it affects social language development.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Kimberly May

bianca castillo, 2017

Guidelines for Assessing Students Who Sign

I will create a resource of evidence-based recommendations and strategies for assessing children who are deaf or hard of hearing and compile a companion document that synthesizes the research literature and provides references and resources.

Course: COMS 4653

Supervising Professor: Tamby Allman

Abigail Martin, 2017

Language Development in Epileptic Conditions

I will research language development and function in epilepsy patients.

Course: COM 4913

Supervising Professor: Kim Mory

Mahaley Millican, 2017

The Role of Auditory Feedback on Speech Production in an Auditory Brainstem Implant User

I will summarize literature on speech and auditory outcomes in a child with an auditory brain stem implant (ABI) and obtain recordings of speech produced with and without an ABI to understand the role of auditory feedback on speech production.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Sneha Bharadwaj

Genia Shipman, 2017

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Overview and Treatments

I will create a brochure for parents that identifies the signs and symptoms, prevalence, evidence-based treatments, and other helpful information about autism spectrum disorder.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Kim Mory

Angela Bultemeier, 2015

Acoustical Differences in Voice as a Result of Different Instructions in Individuals with Parkinson's Disease

I will examine the effects of four different instructions in voice therapy sessions of Parkinson's-Disease patients who seek to elevate the volume of their voices.

Course: COMS 3333

Supervising Professor: June Levitt

Simone Crotteau, 2015

Homeschooling and Specific Language Impairment: An Introductory Guide

I will create for parents who are homeschooling their children an informational booklet on Specific Language Disorder--its symptoms and causes, the importance of therapy, strategies to compensate, and sample lesson plans.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Jyutika Mehta

Allison Kiger, 2014

Creating Literacy Services in Developing Countries

I will research considerations for creating a literacy program and the need for literacy programs and give an example of an overview for planning a literacy program for a specific country.

Course: COMS 3563

Supervising Professor: Laura Moorer-Cook

Alisha Sarfani, 2014

Developmental Dyslexia

I will discuss evidence-based methods for dyslexia treatment used by the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, provide an overview of the dyslexia-treatment program developed by Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes, and provide suggestions for reading, writing, and spelling instruction for children with dyslexia.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Junko Levitt

Denise Cardenas, 2013

Why Do We Sound Like Our Mothers?

I will record similar and different sounding mothers and daughters to understand what voice features make voices sound similar.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Sneha Bharadwaj

Felisha Edwards, 2013

Informed Consent Related to Oral Complications and Other Health Implications of Oral

I will determine how well the interpretation of the informed consent is delivered between the piercer and the person being pierced by questioning those who have received oral piercings and determining their knowledge of possible complications.

Course: DH 4102 & DH 4431

Supervising Professor: Lizabeth Spoonts

Brittany Lockhart, 2012

Words into Action: International Missions in Dental Hygiene

I will research international dental-hygiene missions in underserved populations and their impact on oral hygiene and quality of life.

Course: DH 4102

Supervising Professor: Christine Beatty

Adriana Lopez, 2012

Parkinson's Disease

I will research Parkinson's disease--its history, features/symptoms, diagnosis, neurological aspects, effects on speech/language, and treatment.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: June Levitt

Lesley Nelson, 2012

The Human Papillomavirus Link: A Literature Review

I will research the link between the human papillomavirus to oral cancers, its effects on carriers, and awareness among college students.

Course: DH 4102

Supervising Professor: Lizabeth Spoonts

Jaymee Wright, 2012

Articulation Apps in Therapy: An Effective Tool?

I will examine apps to treat articulation disorders to determine if they are appropriate to use and if they meet specific criteria for evidence-based practice.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Laura Moorer-Cook

Ruth Hughes, 2009

Assisted Listening for the Hearing Impaired

I will create a website for individuals with hearing impairments to use as a database for assisted listening devices.

Course: COMS 3533

Supervising Professor: Ann Leiberth

Jennifer Lowe Borgman, 2008

2008 Outstanding Capstone of the Year

Deaf Scientist Corner: A Website and a Wiki

I will develop an interactive website of biographies of deaf scientists for students to improve literacy, reading fluency, and computer skills.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Chad Smith

Rachel Hefner, 2007

Categorization of Journal Articles in the Field of Communication Sciences and Disorders

I will classify every article for the past five years in the main communication journals (American Annals of the Deaf, The Volta Review, and The Journal of Deaf Studies) and survey faculty and students concerning professional journal articles they have read in the past year.

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Alfred White

Kimberly Moreland, 2006

Mission: Possible

I will raise awareness among the dental hygiene community concerning dental missions as well as provide guidelines for hygienists who pursue such opportunities.

Course: DH 4913

Supervising Professor: Lizabeth Spoonts

Faith Okada, 2006

Normal Language Development of Wh-Questions: Whal Is the Sequence of Development and Approximate Age of Development? How Can Development of Various Question Forms Be Promoted?

Course: COMS 4913

Supervising Professor: Alfred White

Julie Arnold, 2004

Mary Evelyn Blagg-Huey

I will make a 10-15 minute documentary on videotape about Dr. Huey -- her background, the library with her name, the gardens she helped uncover, and the legacy she would like to leave.

Course: MCOM 4913

Supervising Professor: Brenda Jaskulske

Elizabeth Haynes, 2004

Women and Censorship in the United States, 1900-2000

I will examine the effects of censorship on American women and highlight notable American women who have experienced censorship.

Course: MCOM 4913

Supervising Professor: Brenda Jaskulske

Emily Mohn, 2004

From Freedom of the Press to Freedom to Impress: The Evolution of American Journalism

I will examine how the motivations of the media affect the reporting of the news.

Course: MCOM 4913

Supervising Professor: Elizabeth Clark

Nancy Rosenboom, 2004

Annotated Children's Book Bibliography

I will write a short essay on the importance of reading to children, annotate children's books, and include teaching activities.

Course: COMS 4653

Supervising Professor: Paula Scott

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