Index Catalog // ScholarsArchive@OSU

I Tweet therefore I am: An Interview Study of Identity Development and Portrayal of Twitter Users Utilizing the Communication Theory of Identity

Creator:: Carron, Ashley A.
Abstract:: The rise of social networking is more prevalent in today's society than ever before. Of the existing social networking platforms, Twitter is widely recognized as operating within the social networking elite. With this rise in social networking comes the challenge to develop new strategies of navigation when presenting one's identity...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Elizabeth M. Root The rise of social networking is more prevalent in today’s society than

Presidential Framing of Failure : A Pentadic Rhetorical Criticism of President Donald Trump’s Rhetoric on Policy Failure with Obamacare

Creator:: Robinson, Miranda M.
Abstract:: In October, 2016, presidential candidate Donald Trump released a document titled “Contract with the American Voter.” This document promised, among many things, that within his first 100 days of his potential presidency, he would repeal and replace Obamacare. When he was unable to fulfill that promise, he employed rhetorical tactics...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Miranda Marie Robinson A THESIS submitted to Oregon State University Honors

An Examination of the Equilibrium Theory of Intimacy in Dyadic Interactions

Creator:: Almuaybid, Ameer J.
Abstract:: Videotapes of 90 dyadic interactions from Sommer and Bernieri (2015) were examined to assess verbal and nonverbal intimacy. Verbal intimacy (self-disclosing statements) and nonverbal intimacy behaviors (face gaze, distance, body orientation, and forward lean) were coded in every interaction. It was hypothesized that verbal intimacy (self-disclosure) would increase over time...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Ameer J. Almuaybid for

Innovative Coaching in Intercollegiate Athletics : Advocating for Cultural Responsiveness

Creator:: Thompson, Mitchell D.
Abstract:: It has been established that intercollegiate sport is an important social institution for student athletes of color in the United States (Coakley, 2012). White intercollegiate coaches have a prominent influence on the academic, athletic, social and emotional development of student athletes and therefore must be tuned into variation in cultural...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

ESPN and the Construction of Gay Identity

Creator:: Cook, Alexandra Cleo
Abstract:: On February 9th, 2014 Michael Sam stated in an interview with ESPN's "Outside the Lines" that he is gay. Since he was drafted, Sam will become the first ever openly gay player in NFL history. The following study aims to explore ESPN's coverage of Michael Sam, with a goal of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: pushing me to be the best student that I can be. Thank you! To Dr. Elizabeth Root, for her guidance and

Guilt and Redemption on Wisteria Lane: A Burkeian Analysis of Desperate Housewives

Creator:: Huillet, Michelle M.
Abstract:: In 2004 after Desperate Housewives premiered, it was met with significant criticism condemning the lack of values and morals on the show, depicted through the pervasiveness of sinful and illegal behavior (Olsen & Morgan, 2010). However, Olsen and Morgan contend that sinful and illegal behavior is accompanied with attempts at...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: believing in me, even when I did not believe in myself. To Dr. Elizabeth Root for her encouragement and

The First Lady and the American Parent: A Rhetorical Examination of Michelle Obama’s Use of Metaphor to Combat Childhood Obesity

Creator:: Puls, Brittany Acacia
Abstract:: First Ladies have performed a variety of public and private roles, from presidential escort, hostess, and social advocate to policy maker and presidential advisor. The nature of the position has always been both traditional and gendered, greatly influencing each First Lady's performance. Due to the changing role of women in...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: assisting me in completing my thesis. To Dr. Elizabeth Root for her constant encouragement and help

‘Uncle Ho’: A Rhetorical Analysis of U.S. Newspaper Coverage of Hồ Chí Minh

Creator:: Meyers, Kaden R.
Abstract:: This thesis is a rhetorical analysis of American newspaper coverage of Hồ Chí Minh from 1954-1969. My method is the Pragmatic Attitude, created by Elizabeth and Jay Mechling. My foci of study are the polls and letters to the editor from this same period. These foci of study are used...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: approved: _______________________________________________________ Mark J. Porrovecchio This thesis is a

Identifying Audiences: A Rhetorical Analysis of Mary Shaw’s Suffrage Plays

Creator:: Wright, Amanda R.
Abstract:: American women’s quest for equality came into focus in the early 1900s. Amidst the cultural and societal forces pushing for suffrage, some chose the mechanism of theater. This thesis is a work of rhetorical criticism. It applies Lloyd Bitzer’s situational approach to two suffrage theater artifacts: Mary Shaw's The Woman...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: of those in the beginning of the movement—Lucretia Mott (1793-1880), Elizabeth Cady Stanton (1815

How Have Black/African American Division 1 Student-athletes Socioeconomic Backgrounds Affected their Mental Health Well-being Compared to their Counterpart Athletes

Creator:: Nassar, Arica Louise Fafa
Abstract:: Mental health among student athletes has gotten much more attention in the world of sport today. However, there has been a lack of research focusing on how the socioeconomic backgrounds of Division 1 student athletes can play a role in their mental health and their desire to seek out help...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: strains for men in rural areas (Lu, T., Mieskowski, L. M., Oliver, J. S., Eichorst, M. K., & Allen, R. S

ScholarsArchive@OSU

I Tweet therefore I am: An Interview Study of Identity Development and Portrayal of Twitter Users Utilizing the Communication Theory of Identity

Presidential Framing of Failure : A Pentadic Rhetorical Criticism of President Donald Trump’s Rhetoric on Policy Failure with Obamacare

An Examination of the Equilibrium Theory of Intimacy in Dyadic Interactions

Innovative Coaching in Intercollegiate Athletics : Advocating for Cultural Responsiveness

ESPN and the Construction of Gay Identity

Guilt and Redemption on Wisteria Lane: A Burkeian Analysis of Desperate Housewives

The First Lady and the American Parent: A Rhetorical Examination of Michelle Obama’s Use of Metaphor to Combat Childhood Obesity

‘Uncle Ho’: A Rhetorical Analysis of U.S. Newspaper Coverage of Hồ Chí Minh

Identifying Audiences: A Rhetorical Analysis of Mary Shaw’s Suffrage Plays

How Have Black/African American Division 1 Student-athletes Socioeconomic Backgrounds Affected their Mental Health Well-being Compared to their Counterpart Athletes

Limit your search

Advisor

Commencement Year

Committee Member

Creator

Date

Decade

Degree Field

Degree Level

Degree Name

Language

License

Non-Academic Affiliation

Peer Reviewed

Resource Type

Rights Statement

Subject

Search Constraints

Search Results

Limit your search