Paper investigates the symbolic function of non-binary individuals in Star Trek, positing that characters with easily gendered qualities are portrayed as more benevolent and relatable, while more ambiguous characters are portrayed as more dangerous.

Paper proposes changes to the IRB process at UNT to improve undergraduate research.

The research outlined in this paper explores two important issues relevant to understanding Latino identity and educational achievement: ethnic labels and educational injustices.

This paper discusses research on the philosophical connotations of words.

Presentation for the 2011 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on an understanding of contemporary professional culture.

Presentation for the 2012 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing two zooarchaeological case studies from the Northern Rio Grande region of New Mexico.

Presentation for the 2011 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on the philosophical connotations of words.

Presentation for the 2012 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on English as a second language in a global study.

Presentation for the 2009 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on making space for inclusion and a case study about a Latina anthropologist.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing educational trajectories of Latino/a students.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and the law and ethics of the Kennewick man controversy.

Presentation for the 2006 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing educating Latinos in the United States and the need for exposure, resources, and cultural understanding.

Paper discussing the geography of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Harris County, Texas and the factors associated with areas of high prevalence.

This paper offers a discussion on research on the validity of a guest worker program in the United States.

Presentation for the 2005 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas. This presentation discusses research on the hybrid Arab and Hispanic culture in the United States, understanding the customs and traditions of the two separate cultures respectively, and how the two cultures blend together socially, culturally, and linguistically.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on facilitators and inhibitors to self-maintenance for type II diabetics.

Presentation for the 2009 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on religion in a global society and true tolerance.

Presentation for the 2009 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on the geography Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Harris County, Texas from 1999-2003.

Presentation for the 2006 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on discrimination and ethnic identity.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on the pursuit of healthcare and choices in a semi-nomadic community.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on the validity of a guest worker program in the United States.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on the connection between tribal affiliation and women's opportunities for success.

Presentation for the 2008 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on mosquito hall and ethnic labels and social injustices within the public school system.

Presentation for the 2006 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on education of Latin American students in the United States.