Breanna J. Naegeli, PhDGrand Canyon University, Editor-in-Chief CJUR This June, we eagerly present a new issue of the vastly growing Canyon Journal of Undergraduate Research (CJUR). We are pleased to introduce the editorial staff that has diligently collabo- rated to produce this issue of the journal at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona: Scott Greenberger,…Continue Reading Editorial: Promoting Human Flourishing Through Undergraduate Research: Insights From Canyon Journal of Undergraduate Research
The Impact of Weighing Frequency on Weight Cycling in Post-COVID College Students
Julia TangelGrand Canyon UniversityMakenna CobbGrand Canyon UniversityMegan OttoGrand Canyon UniversityAlyssa MoralesGrand Canyon UniversityZachary ZeiglerGrand Canyon University The COVID-19 pandemic led to lifestyle changes and weight gain for many, including college students. Regular self-weighing can aid weight management but may also contribute to weight cycling (repeated weight loss and regain), which has negative health impacts. This…Continue Reading The Impact of Weighing Frequency on Weight Cycling in Post-COVID College Students
Pinay and Proud: An Interdisciplinary Reflection on Colonization’s Detrimental Influence on Establishing Eurocentric Beauty Standards and Personal Ethnic Identity Within my Filipina Experience
Lauren BakerGrand Canyon University Across the Filipino/a/x diaspora, members of the community have struggled with the recurrence of colonial mentality and intergenerational trauma. Within the history of the archipelago, the Philippines has experienced generations of colonial presence, violence, and the loss of cultural identity. As a result, members of the Filipino community in the status…Continue Reading Pinay and Proud: An Interdisciplinary Reflection on Colonization’s Detrimental Influence on Establishing Eurocentric Beauty Standards and Personal Ethnic Identity Within my Filipina Experience
Mindfulness and Stress: Understanding How Awareness Impacts Stress Reduction
Jeremy VarnadoreGrand Canyon UniversityColin J. O’ReillyGrand Canyon UniversityKobe LageGrand Canyon UniversityAliya KuesterGrand Canyon UniversityAshley LarsonGrand Canyon UniversityAnisa BarbosaGrand Canyon UniversitySean K. CuddyerGrand Canyon UniversityDillan McGuckinGrand Canyon UniversityLogan DemeterGrand Canyon UniversityElizabeth MooreGrand Canyon University This literature review discusses research on the relationship between mindfulness and stress. It explores the history of mindfulness and theories of mindfulness,…Continue Reading Mindfulness and Stress: Understanding How Awareness Impacts Stress Reduction
Sheltering Survivors: A Literature Review of Safe Houses for Sex Trafficking Survivors
Allison LimleyGrand Canyon University Sex trafficking is a prevalent issue in the United States. Even with the scale of this issue, services for survivors have struggled to effectively meet the needs of survivors. Service providers for housing pro- grams have to be able to meet basic needs as well as assist with complex needs necessary…Continue Reading Sheltering Survivors: A Literature Review of Safe Houses for Sex Trafficking Survivors
Novel Phytochemicals in Treating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria: A General Review
Foxx WalzGrand Canyon University Within the last century, medicinal practices have introduced antibiotic medications to treat bacterial infections in humans. It has been assumed that the excessive prescription of antibiotic medicines has produced antibacterial-resistant pathogenic bacterial populations. The growing concern about antibiotic- resistant bacteria has focused research efforts on naturally occurring phytochemicals. In addition to…Continue Reading Novel Phytochemicals in Treating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria: A General Review
The Mindful Student: Investigating Relationships Between Mindfulness, Locus of Control, and Stress
Jeremy VarnadoreGrand Canyon UniversityAshley LarsonGrand Canyon UniversitySean K. CuddyerGrand Canyon UniversityAnisa BarbosaGrand Canyon UniversityElizabeth MooreGrand Canyon UniversityRogelio GarciaGrand Canyon UniversityJanean MikutisGrand Canyon University This study explores the relationship between mindfulness, locus of control, and stress in college students. Mindfulness involves focusing on the present moment with open-heartedness and non-judgmental awareness. Existing literature suggests that mindfulness…Continue Reading The Mindful Student: Investigating Relationships Between Mindfulness, Locus of Control, and Stress
Early Life Adversity and Resilience
Sean K. CuddyerGrand Canyon University Aliya KuesterGrand Canyon University This literature review examines the theoretical foundations and current empirical research on early life adversity (ELA) and resilience. The authors aim to elucidate the complex effects of ELA and child- hood trauma on an individual’s psychological and physical health outcomes. Drawing on quantitative and qualitative studies,…Continue Reading Early Life Adversity and Resilience
A Literature Review: Promoting Healing and Social Justice Through Trauma-Informed Transformations in K-12 Education
Lauren WilliamsGrand Canyon University The recognition of trauma-informed practices is increasingly gaining traction as current research highlights the negative impacts trauma has on an individual’s holistic well-being and life outcomes. Additionally, studies have proven the lasting effects individuals may experience after enduring traumatic events in childhood. These effects may range anywhere from deviancy in childhood…Continue Reading A Literature Review: Promoting Healing and Social Justice Through Trauma-Informed Transformations in K-12 Education
A Review of the Dark Triad, Leadership, and Leadership Styles: The Relationship Between The Dark Triad and Leadership
Colin O’ReillyGrand Canyon UniversityAshley LarsonGrand Canyon UniversityZachary SingletonGrand Canyon UniversityAnisa BarbosaGrand Canyon UniversityKobe LageGrand Canyon UniversityKaito CuddyerGrand Canyon UniversityAliya KuesterGrand Canyon UniversityBrennah MolsberryGrand Canyon UniversityDillon McGuckinGrand Canyon UniversityJaelyn CrebbinGrand Canyon UniversityJanean MikutisGrand Canyon UniversityJacob RomeroGrand Canyon UniversityJeremy VarnadoreGrand Canyon UniversityJoseph YepezGrand Canyon University This article examines the literature on leadership, the Dark Triad (DT), and…Continue Reading A Review of the Dark Triad, Leadership, and Leadership Styles: The Relationship Between The Dark Triad and Leadership