The Graduate School is pleased to announce new theses are now available in the J.R. van Pelt and Opie Library from the following programs:
The Graduate School is pleased to announce new theses and dissertations are now available in the J.R. van Pelt and Opie Library from the following programs:
The Graduate School is pleased to announce the arrival of new theses and dissertations from our recent graduates in the J. R. Van Pelt Library and John and Ruanne Opie Library. The names of our graduates, their degrees, advisors, and titles of their research are listed below.
Carrie Andrew
Doctor of Philosophy in Forest Science
Advisor: Erik Lilleskov
Dissertation title: Response of Ectomycorrhizal Fungi to Elevated Atmospheric CO2 and O3 within Northern Deciduous Forests
Yolanda Beltran Vargas
Master of Science in Industrial Archaeology
Advisor: Patrick E Martin
Thesis title: Industrial Archaeology of the Hacienda Santa Brigida, Mineral de Pozos, Guanajuato, Mexico
Abigail Clarke-Sather
Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics
Co-advisors: John W Sutherland, and Qiong Zhang
Dissertation title: Decentralized or Centralized Production: Impacts to the Environment, Industry, and the Economy
Gregory Albert Galicinao
Master of Science in Environmental Engineering
Advisor: Martin T Auer
Thesis title: Determination of Methyl mercury Flux from Onondaga Lake Sediments using Flow-Through Reactors
Russell Johnson
Master of Science in Rhetoric and Technical Communication
Advisor: Erin Marie Smith
Thesis title: “Father I had a Feeling Today”: Postmortem Educational Media Fandom
Ming Ning
Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
Co-advisors: Richard E Brown, and Bahne C Cornilsen
Dissertation title: Molecular Interaction between Perthiolated Beta-cyclodextrin(CD) and the Guests Molecules Adamantaneacetic Acid (AD) and Ferroceneacetic Acid (FC); and the Effect of the Interaction on the Electron Transition of CD Anchored Particles
Lucas Spaete
Master of Science in Forest Ecology and Management
Advisor: Ann L Maclean
Thesis title: Utilizing FIA Data for Mapping Standing Biomass in the Upper Great Lakes Region: An Evaluation
Andres Tarte
Master of Science in Environmental Engineering
Co-advisors: Kurtis G Paterson, and Qiong Zhang
Thesis title: Identifying Indicators of Sustainable Development Using the Global Sustainability Quadrant Approach
Laura Walz
Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering
Advisor: Michael Robert Neuman
Dissertation title: Microfabricated Thermal Sensors for Skin Perfusion Measurements
Jing Zhong
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Advisor: Chunxiao Chigan
Thesis title: Development of NS-2 Based Cognitive Radio Cognitive Network Simulator
Peng Zhou
Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science
Advisor: Soner Onder
Dissertation title: Fine-grain State Processors
The Graduate School is pleased to announce new theses and dissertations are now available in the J.R. van Pelt and Opie Library from the following programs:
The Graduate School is pleased to announce new theses are now available in the J.R. van Pelt and Opie Library from the following programs:
The Graduate School is pleased to announce the arrival of new theses and dissertations from our recent graduates in the J. R. Van Pelt Library and John and Ruanne Opie Library. The names of our graduates, their degrees, advisors, and titles of their research are listed below.
Joshua Carlson
Master of Science in Chemical Engineering
Advisor: Surendra K Kawatra
Thesis title: Effects of Particle Shape, Particle Size, Composition and Zeta Potential on Filtration at an Iron Ore Concentrator
James Diaz-Gonzalez
Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics
Advisor: Gordon G Parker
Dissertation title: Closed Loop Docking with a Nearly Periodic Moving Target
Mark Griep
Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics
Advisor: Craig R Friedrich
Dissertation title: Quantum Dot / Optical Protein Bio-Nano Hybrid System Biosensing
Cameron Hartnell
Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Heritage and Archaeology
Advisor: Patrick E Martin
Dissertation title: Arctic Network Builders: The Arctic Coal Company’s Operations on Spitsbergen and its Relationship with the Environment
Jill Jensen
Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering
Advisor: David R Shonnard
Dissertation title: Cellulosic Ethanol: Optimization of Dilute Acid and Enzymatic Hydrolysis Processing of Forest Resources and Switchgrass
Parimal Kar
Doctor of Philosophy in Physics
Advisor: Ulrich Hans Ewald Hansmann
Dissertation title: Proteins in Silico-Modeling and Sampling
Robert Lothschutz
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Advisor: Jacob Eskel Hiller
Thesis title: Back-Calculation of Effective Built-In Temperature Difference in Jointed Plain Concrete Pavement
Lisa Rouse
Master of Science in Forest Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology
Advisor: Andrew J Burton
Thesis title: Early season ozone uptake is important for determining ozone tolerance in two trembling aspen clones
Tara Swanson
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Advisor: Craig R Friedrich
Thesis title: Titanium Surface Morphologies and their Effect on Vancomycin Loading and Release Profiles for Orthopedic Applications
Xuexia Wang
Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematical Sciences
Advisor: Shuanglin Zhang
Dissertation title: Genetic Association Studies Considering LD Information and Genome-Wide Application
Wei Wang
Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering
Advisor: Timothy J Schulz
Dissertation title: Estimation of the Degree of Polarization through Computational Sensing
Andrew Willemsen
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Advisor: Mohan D Rao
Thesis title: Objective Metric for Assessing the Perceived Annoyance of Impulsive Sounds
Ziyou Zhou
Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Physics
Advisor: Miguel Levy
Dissertation title: Metal-Oxide Film and Photonic Structures for Integrated Device Applications
The Executive Committee of the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) is soliciting nominations for the 2016 MAGS Distinguished Master’s Thesis Awards to recognize and reward distinguished scholarship and research at the master’s level. Michigan Tech may nominate one candidate in each disciplinary category.
Eligible students
Please see our web page for complete details on eligibility and application procedures.
Nomination packets are due by 4pm, October 14, 2015 to the Graduate School via e-mail (gradschool@mtu.edu) or campus mail (address to Debra Charlesworth). Eligible students with a complete nomination packet will be evaluated by a panel of faculty from the University.
The Graduate School is pleased to announce two seminars to assist students with submitting and formatting their thesis or dissertation.
Students planning on finishing a thesis or dissertation spring or summer 2011 are invited a seminar designed to help students understand the submission process and answer questions about it.
Once you register, you will receive a confirmation with the location and a reminder of the date and time.
If you are unable to join us, a taped version of this seminar is available online from our May 18th presentation.
Beginning with defenses scheduled January 10, 2011 or later, new formatting requirements are in effect for theses and dissertations. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to learn the highlights of these new requirements and have an opportunity to ask questions about the new requirements.
Once you register, you will receive a confirmation with the location and a reminder of the date and time. Space is limited, so register early.
If you are unable to join us, this seminar will be taped and made available for viewing online.
Fifty-one theses in the midwest were nominated for the award, and although her work was not recognized as the award recipient, it was well received by the reviewers. One reviewer commented, “I enjoyed reading this thesis – it’s a pleasure to see such a complete approach to a problem.”
Seth DePasqual was also nominated by his advisor, Dr. T. Scarlett, on behalf of the Social Sciences Department. His advisor described his thesis as, “…a study of the evolution of an early 20th century mining system in Spitsbergen as applied by Boston-based Arctic Coal Company.”
The committee to evaluate the nominees consisted of graduate faculty representing a broad range of graduate programs: M. Neuman (Biomedical Engineering), S. Martin (Social Sciences), R. Froese (School of Forestry Resources & Environmental Science), B. Davis (School of Technology) and G. Campbell (School of Business and Economics). Next year’s competition will consider applicants who have completed their degrees between October 1, 2009 and September 30, 2010. An application consists of a recommendation letter from the advisor and an electronic copy of the thesis. Please consider nominating your MS students next year.
The following scholarships are intended to increase the number of Hispanic students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). See also the CHCI, HACE, HACU, HCF, HHYA and HEEF scholarship programs.
Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math and Science (AHETEMS) Scholarship Program
The AHETEMS scholarship program is open to Hispanic students who are enrolled full-time in a science, technology, engineering or math discipline. Award amounts vary from $1,000 to $5,000. A 3.0 minimum GPA on a 4.0 scale is required. The deadline is April 1.
Alliance/Merck Ciencia Scholars Hispanic Scholars Program (Fact Sheet)
The Alliance/Merck Ciencia Scholars Hispanic Scholars Program provides ten $42,500 college scholarships/internships (Alliance/Merck Ciencia Scholars) and twenty-five $2,000 scholarships (Ciencia National Scholarships) per year. The Alliance/Merck Ciencia Scholars receive an annual $5,000 scholarship (renewable for up to a total of four years) and an annual $7,500 summer research internship (for each of three years) along with Ciencia mentor support and the opportunity to present original research in an annual Ciencia Scholars Symposium. The program is open to Hispanic high school seniors from Brownsville (Texas), Elizabeth (New Jersey) and Los Angeles (California) who will major in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. The deadline is in mid-January. For more information call 1-866-783-2645 or write to National Alliance for Hispanic Health, Attn: Alliance/Merck Ciencia Hispanic Scholars Program, 1501 Sixteenth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036.
National Organization of Professional Hispanic Natural Resources Conservation Service Employees (NOPHNRCSE)
The National Organization of Professional Hispanic Natural Resources Conservation Service Employees sponsors four $1,000 scholarships for Hispanic students who wish to pursue or are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with a major in natural resources or natural resources conservation at an accredited 4-year college or university. The scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college freshmen, sophomores and juniors. The deadline is in late February.
Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists (MAES)
The Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists sponsors scholarships for Hispanic students who are majoring in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Award amounts vary from $1,000 to $4,000. Applicants must be student members of MAES. The deadline is in late September.
Scholarships for Hispanic Students in Other Majors
Jorge Mas Canosa Freedom Foundation
The Jorge Mas Canosa Freedom Foundation sponsors the Mas Family Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students of Cuban descent. Eligible majors include engineering, business, international relations, economics, communications and journalism. The deadline is in mid-January. For more information, please call 1-305-529-0075 x135 or write to The Mas Family Scholarships, PO Box 14-1898, Miami, FL 33114.
National Hispanic Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees
The National Hispanic Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees sponsors two scholarship programs. The Rene Matos Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, student activities, honors and awards, community involvement, leadership, personal qualities and strengths. The deadline is May 1. The NHCFAE-FEEA Scholarship Program (see also the FEEA web site) awards a $1,000 scholarship to current civilian federal employees who are NHCFAE members, their spouses and dependent children. A 3.0 minimum GPA on a 4.0 scale is required. The deadline is in late March.
State Farm Companies Foundation
The State Farm Companies Foundation awards twenty-five $2,500 awards annual to Hispanic students interested in teaching careers. The deadline is mid-October. The scholarships are administered by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund.
US National Highway Institute
The US National Highway Institute offers the Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program (DDETFP) for undergraduate and graduate students at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). Students cannot apply directly for these fellowships, as funding is provided through the colleges. The awards are for students pursuing degrees in transportation-related disciplines. US citizenship and permanent residency is required.
Adelante Fund Scholarship Program
The Adelante Fund Scholarship Program sponsors several scholarship programs with amounts ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. The deadline is in late May.
Best Buy Emerging Latino Leaders Scholarship Program
The Emerging Latino Leaders Scholarship Program is a national essay contest sponsored by the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) and Best Buy Children’s Foundation. NCLR is the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States. Two $10,000 and three $5,000 scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and community service. The deadline is in early March.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute provides educational and leadership development programs including scholarships and fellowships. The scholarships include the CHCI Scholarship and CHCI Alumni Association Dream Scholarship (for first generation college students). The fellowships incude the CHCI Public Policy Fellowship for recent bachelor’s degree recipients and the CHCI Graduate & Young Professional Fellowship for college graduates with at least a Master’s degree or three years of professional experience in the chosen policy field. The fellowships provide an opportunity to work in Congressional offices, federal agencies or national advocacy organizations. Fields include health, housing, international affairs, law and STEM. All recipients are selected based on community service and leadership.
Gates Millennium Scholarship Program (GMSP)
The Gates Millennium Scholarship Program is funded by a $1 billion grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Awards for Hispanic and Latino students are awarded in partnership with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund. Applicants must be US citizens or eligible non-citizens who are high school seniors intending to enroll full-time in a college or university. Candidates must have a 3.3 or higher GPA and demonstrate financial need (eligible for the Pell Grant). Recipients are selected on the basis of leadership and academic excellence. The deadline is in early January. For more information, call 1-877-690-4677 or write to Gates Millennium Scholars, PO Box 10500, Fairfax, VA 22031-8044.
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE)
The Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement provides several undergraduate scholarships and graduate fellowships to Hispanic and Latino students. An example is the ComEd Latino Scholarship Fund which awards five $2,500 scholarships to Illinois residents who have a 3.0 or higher GPA. Eligible majors include accounting, business, chemistry, communications, computer science, engineering, pre-law, mathematics, media relations and physics. Recipients are selected on the basis of academic excellence and community service. The deadline is in late August.
For more information, call 1-800-644-4223 or 1-202-296-5400, fax 1-202-296-3774, write to Hispanic College Fund, Inc., 1301 K Street NW, Suite 450-A West, Washington, DC 20005, or send email to hcf-info@hispanicfund.org.
Hispanic Heritage Foundation
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation offers the Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards (HHYA) to graduating high school seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale. Awards are granted in several categories, including academic excellence, business, education, engineering, mathematics, journalism, leadership and sports. Award amounts include $1,000 (bronze medallion), $2,000 (silver medallion) and $3,000 (gold medallion). National HHYA recipients receive $5,000 and a laptop computer. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents. The deadline is March 30.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund provides scholarships open to graduating high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students and community college students intending to transfer to a 4-year college. Applicants must be US citizens or eligible non-citizens and have a 3.0 or higher GPA. Most awards have deadlines in mid-February, although there are some awards with deadlines as early as mid-November and as late as July 15. Award amounts range from $1,000 to $20,000. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund awards more than 4,000 scholarships totaling more than $25 million a year. For more information call 1-877-HSF-INFO (1-877-473-4636) or write to Hispanic Scholarship Fund, 55 Second Street, Suite 1500 San Francisco, CA 94105. (Organizations interested in supporting the efforts of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund should contact the Hispanic Scholarship Fund Institute.)
La Unidad Latina Foundation Academic Scholarships
The La Unidad Latina Foundation offers academic scholarships of $250 to $1,000 for Hispanic students enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at a 4-year US college or university. Applicants must have completed one full-time year of undergraduate education or at least one full-time semester of graduate study. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.8 to 3.6 (inclusive) on a 4.0 scale. The deadlines are February 15 (spring) and October 15 (fall).
League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
The League of United Latin American Citizens sponsors the LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF). Scholarships amounts are up to $2,000. Applicants must have applied to or be enrolled in a college, university or graduate student (including 2-year colleges and vocational school programs leading to an Associate’s degree). A minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale is required for the National Scholastic Achievement Awards, and a minimum 3.25 GPA is required for the Honors Awards. Applicants must be US citizens or legal permanent residents.
Sallie Mae Fund
The Sallie Mae Fund offers two scholarship programs for Hispanic students. The First in My Family Scholarship provides $500 to $5,000 to students who are US citizens or permanent residents and have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. The deadline is April 15. The scholarship is managed by the Hispanic College Fund. The other award program is the Community College Transfer Scholarship.
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