Every student at Maryville College completes a year-long research project called the Senior Study, whether the student’s major is Design, Management, Psychology, Biology, Criminal Justice or any of the other 40 major fields of study. These studies vary from laboratory experiments to forms of creative expression, and all Senior Study projects include a student and faculty mentor working together in discipline-specific scholarship. Use the drop-down menu to view examples of Senior Studies chosen by faculty as exemplary.
Student
Name
Major
Title
Supervisor
Leah Alsobrooks '23
Majors
CounselingTitle
What is Change, if not Growth Persevering? Analyzing the Relationship Between Adjustment Disorder and the First-Year College ExperienceSuperVisor
Dr. Crystal ColterCaroline Ballinger '19
Majors
CounselingPsychology
Psychology
Title
Pain and Pleasure: Chronic Pain Coping within Relationships.
Pain and Pleasure: Chronic Pain Coping within Relationships.
SuperVisor
Dr. Karen BealeElizabeth Coyle '19
Majors
CounselingPsychology
Psychology
Title
Creating Together: Exploring the Connection Between Group Mindfulness Programs and Stress Reduction in College Students
Creating Together: Exploring the Connection Between Group Mindfulness Programs and Stress Reduction in College Students
SuperVisor
Dr. Lori SchmiedAllison Dumler '20
Majors
CounselingPsychology
Psychology