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Dog Safety and Character Development: Kids Interacting with Dogs Safely Program by the
American Humane Association
Maria V. Barbero, Florida Gulf Coast University *
Alyssa J. Del Campo, Florida Gulf Coast University *
The poster describes the implementation of a seven-week educational program about children
interacting safely with animals. This study analyzed.the program’s effectiveness in terms of
safety, respect, responsibility, and kindness. Teaching ideas are also shared.
The Appearance of Third Molars in Two Ethnicities in One Community
Whitney L. Agan, University of West Georgia*
Dental development is one of the leading criteria in determining the age of adolescents. Previous
research has been conducted on the age of third molar development among populations living in
different countries (Olze et al., 2004), but little is known about the difference in the age of M3
eruption of people of different ancestries living in the same country with the same access to
medical care, dental care, and nutrition. Therefore, this study offers insight into differences in
dental eruption sequences of people living in the same region, yet of different ancestries.
Students Making a Positive Difference in the Lives of Children and Families
Afton Garland, Dickinson State University *
Mandy Merkel, Dickinson State University *
Georgia Rustad, Dickinson State University *
The Best Friends Mentoring Program endeavors to help at–risk children and teenagers,
especially those exhibiting signs of problematic behavior in school or in the community. Our
poster will highlight the benefits associated with school and community-based mentoring
programs.
The Industrialized Gender Pay Gap: Japan and the U.S
Hiromi Kawamura, Tennessee Technological University *
Katey Perkins, Tennessee Technological University *
We examine the gender pay gap in the U.S. and Japan in the context of social structures and
work environments, using statistical and anecdotal evidence about profession, historical change,
age, and salary. Despite cultural differences, the two nations reflect similar explanations for why
men still make more than qualified women.
Monitoring Freshwater Snail Populations with Digital Photography
Amanda M. Sheehy, University of North Alabama *
It is difficult to study endangered freshwater snail species because traditional methods cause
stress or death to the individuals studied. This study will use underwater photographic methods
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