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Posting point of sale nutrition information in a college dormitory food court : impact on students' food choice motives and venue sales

Creator:: Frasieur, Amy M.
Abstract:: As rates of obesity continue to rise in the United States, interest in restaurant menu labeling has become a growing phenomenon. Many proposed initiatives to require posted nutrition information at the point of sale or decision point for choosing restaurant fare are gaining attention. Research to explore how nutrition labeling...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Research to explore how nutrition labeling may impact food selection, sales and consumer response is

Consumer interest by Oregon State University students in nutrition information on food labels

Creator:: Schoechle, Sabine
Abstract:: This exploratory study examined the degree of involvement of Oregon State University students in nutrition information. Specific objectives were to: (1) determine the relationship between, a) use of nutrition information, b) interest in nutrient information, c) satisfaction with the amount of information required by law, d) kinds of foods to...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Oregon State University Students in Nutrition Information on Food Labels Abstract approved: Redacted

Weight stability and influences upon eating and exercise behaviors among college students

Creator:: Jensen, Julie A.
Abstract:: Students are entering college heavier than ever before and some are gaining weight faster than the general population. Weight studies have been conducted, but are limited in scope about how behavior related choices are made. This study was an effort to determine weight stability and to explore the influences of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: A. Jensen for the degree of Master of Science in Nutrition and Food Management presented on June

Understanding health behavior influences of undergraduate students during college transition

Creator:: Hart, Kerry A.
Abstract:: As college students transition to life away from their parental home, the need to make independent decisions regarding their eating and exercise behaviors is evident. This life transition may be a critical period for establishment of long term behavior patterns with potential impact on health, disease and weight balance. This...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . This study surveyed 247 Oregon State University students (43% male), primarily transitioning

Valuing Snake River salmon : a test of contingent value survey methods

Creator:: Rooney, Brian T.
Abstract:: This paper provides probit estimates of willingness to pay for Snake River salmon recovery projects using the contingent value survey method. Two types of survey method are tested, the direct question format and the randomized response format. Additionally, both an increase in electric bill payments and volunteer time are offered...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . They also suggest that for the Oregon State University staff, there is substantial willingness to pay

Measuring the economic impact of forests on neighboring properties

Creator:: Kim, Yeon-Su
Abstract:: This thesis investigated the contribution of the forest to neighboring property prices and explored the possible impacts from different neighboring forest characteristics with the hedonic property price model. The quadratic Box-Cox model was applied to choose the proper functional form. The square root model was chosen to be the interpretable...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Food and agriculture in perspective : background on agriculture in Oregon and the nation

Creator:: Miles, Stanley and Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: Published November 1980. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: Oregon, the United States, and the world. Economic Impact on the Economy As farmers and ranchers

The economic and technical aspects of radio station KOAC

Creator:: Feikert, Grant Stephen
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Food deserts in the Willamette : a study of food access in Lane County, Oregon

Creator:: Smith, Dianna Marie
Abstract:: According to USDA research, Oregon in 2002 had the highest rate of hunger and one of the highest rates of food insecurity in the United States. Although the margin of error involved with these statistics indicates that the state may not actually be at the top of the list, a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Willamette: A Study of Food Access in Lane County, Oregon. Abstract approved: According to USDA research

The impact of health and environmental motives and economic factors on the choice of organic produce

Creator:: Andrade, Diego
Abstract:: This research examines the factors that influence consumer choice of organic over conventional fresh produce. The emphasis of this study is to determine the relative importance of environmental and health motives and economic factors in explaining this choice. A survey was designed to collect data about consumer preferences and purchasing...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Posting point of sale nutrition information in a college dormitory food court : impact on students' food choice motives and venue sales

Consumer interest by Oregon State University students in nutrition information on food labels

Weight stability and influences upon eating and exercise behaviors among college students

Understanding health behavior influences of undergraduate students during college transition

Valuing Snake River salmon : a test of contingent value survey methods

Measuring the economic impact of forests on neighboring properties

Food and agriculture in perspective : background on agriculture in Oregon and the nation

The economic and technical aspects of radio station KOAC

Food deserts in the Willamette : a study of food access in Lane County, Oregon

The impact of health and environmental motives and economic factors on the choice of organic produce

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