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Uncommon Alliance : Understanding the Passage of Oregon's Senate Bill 1547

Creator:: H. Gray, Daniel
Abstract:: In 2016, the state of Oregon passed landmark legislation that doubles the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard and eliminates the use of coal-fired electricity for the state’s two major electric utilities by 2030. The legislation was the first of its kind in the country to outright ban the use of a...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ______________________________________________________________________________ Brett Burkhardt, representing Sociology

Whatever It Takes : Examining the effects of post-arrest diversion and reentry programs on the success of mental health court participants

Creator:: Sinclair, Amanda C.
Abstract:: Reducing recidivism rates and raising success rates for individuals who experience mental or behavioral distress and have been through the legal system is the key to lowering the expenditure of valuable resources including time and judicial budget. Regardless, little research attention has been given to post-arrest diversion programming and reentry...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Brett Burkhardt, Committee Member, representing the Department of Sociology

The Impact of Correctional Therapeutic Communities on Recidivism: A Meta-Analysis

Creator:: Booker, Meredith
Abstract:: At any given time, 60% to 85% of prisoners across the United States are struggling with substance addiction and dependence. Upon release, about two-thirds of former prisoners will reoffend and return to prison. Due to the high rate of substance use and abuse in prisons, drug treatment, specifically Correctional Therapeutic...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , 2016. APPROVED: Scott Akins (Chair), representing Sociology Brett Burkhardt

Health Care Utilization and Access among Immigrants and U.S. Born Citizens: Implications from the California Health Interview Survey

Creator:: Liao, Shaoshan
Abstract:: The objective of this study is to identify the variation in health care access and utilization among immigrant and U.S. born citizens in California. It aims at finding the reasons behind the disparity so that U.S. health agencies can make more efforts to improve the availability of health care services...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , Committee Member Brett Burkhardt, Committee Member I understand that my

Experiences and Expectations of Youth Correctional Facility Teachers

Creator:: Stevens, Katelyn Ann
Abstract:: Youth corrections teachers are an under-researched group of individuals who have much to lend to the discussion surrounding youth corrections including teaching methodologies, challenges, and benefits. This report summarizes the available academic literature of the characteristics of effective youth corrections teachers in comparison with teachers who work in traditional public...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Inderbitzin, representing Sociology Scott Akins, representing Sociology Brett Burkhardt

The Effect of Proximity to Energy Development on Public Attitudes: Fracking in the U.S.

Creator:: Bugden, Dylan E.
Abstract:: An oil and gas extraction technique commonly referred to as “fracking”, “hydraulic fracturing”, “hydrofracking” or “unconventional shale development” has recently emerged as a major national and international policy issue. This combination of new and preexisting technologies has quickly spread around the world, allowing for the development of large, previously unviable...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ______________________________________________________________ Dr. Brett Burkhardt, Sociology

Exploring a Mental Health Crisis : An Examination of Mental Health Arrests in Benton County, OR

Creator:: Lanfear, Charles C.
Abstract:: Benton County, Oregon is presently experiencing a crisis level of police contacts with mentally ill suspects. The cause of this sudden increase is currently unknown and local law enforcement is not adequately equipped or funded to respond to this development. This report summarizes the recent literature on law enforcement encounters...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Scott M. Akins, representing Sociology Brett Burkhardt, representing Sociology

A Dysfunctional System: Policy Recommendations for the Adult (18-65) Homeless and Severely Mentally Ill Population in Oregon

Creator:: Miller, Donielle F.
Abstract:: Adults with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) are overrepresented in the homeless population, and Oregon’s homeless population has expanded in recent years. In the 1950s, the mentally ill were moved out of the state hospitals and into the community. However, due to a lack of support services in the...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Brett Burkhardt, Committee Member, representing School of Public Policy

Rural Electrification in Togo: An Institutional Analysis

Creator:: Dorkenou, Kwami
Abstract:: Rural electrification is today an important element of countries economic development around the world. Access to electricity is believed to alleviate poverty, and therefore is emphasized in the United Nations’ strategies to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). In this spirit, Togo started in 2012 a new rural electrification program...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: David Bernell, representing Political Science Brett Burkhardt, representing Sociology

A Historical and Archaeological Evaluation of Fort Yamhill's Hospital Site (35PO75)

Creator:: Wesseler, Kimberly A.
Abstract:: During the summer of 2016, Oregon State University conducted preliminary excavations of the hospital at Fort Yamhill, Oregon (35PO75). Fort Yamhill (1856-1866), has long been a focus of OSU’s field schools, offering glimpses into garrison life through the eyes of the officers and the enlisted men. However, up until recently,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Hyrapiet, Dr. Brett Burkhardt, Dr. Bruce McCune, Dr. Mollie Manion, Dr. Paul Kopperman, Justin

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Uncommon Alliance : Understanding the Passage of Oregon's Senate Bill 1547

Whatever It Takes : Examining the effects of post-arrest diversion and reentry programs on the success of mental health court participants

The Impact of Correctional Therapeutic Communities on Recidivism: A Meta-Analysis

Health Care Utilization and Access among Immigrants and U.S. Born Citizens: Implications from the California Health Interview Survey

Experiences and Expectations of Youth Correctional Facility Teachers

The Effect of Proximity to Energy Development on Public Attitudes: Fracking in the U.S.

Exploring a Mental Health Crisis : An Examination of Mental Health Arrests in Benton County, OR

A Dysfunctional System: Policy Recommendations for the Adult (18-65) Homeless and Severely Mentally Ill Population in Oregon

Rural Electrification in Togo: An Institutional Analysis

A Historical and Archaeological Evaluation of Fort Yamhill's Hospital Site (35PO75)

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