At Jessup University, the Office of Academic Research (OAR) exists to inspire and coordinate scholarship across academic disciplines for the various schools and institutes. The goal of the office is to assist faculty in contributing to the knowledge base in their disciplines. The Office of Academic Research works to ensure the alignment of university supported academic research with Jessup’s mission and goals.
OAR houses the regulatory research body of Jessup University: The Institutional Review Board (IRB). IRB oversees human research activities at Jessup in accordance with Federal regulations.
Dr. Liz Stanley
Office of Academic Research Director
Our Work
Coordinate Jessup Research Colloquium and Projects of Distinction Awards for undergraduate scholarship each semester of the academic year.
Report to the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) on progress in research development and on support for scholarly activities.
Work with Faculty Personnel Council and Graduate Academic Committee to set research expectations and further Jessup’s research and graduate cultures.
Research Colloquium
In coordination with the VPAA Office, OAR presents a Research Colloquium each semester. The Colloquium highlights Jessup faculty research across schools, centers, and institutes. Research Colloquiums are open to the entire Jessup community, drawing an audience of students, staff, faculty, and the public.
Presenters and Research Topics
Dr. Erin Ambrose
“Benefits and Drawbacks of Using Short-term Volunteers in International Missions”
Dr. Libby Backfish
“’Greater is the Art of the Ending’: Poetic Closure in the Psalms”
Dr. Max Botner
“Advances on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament”
Dr. Dorisa Costello
“The Book of Common Saints: A Poetic Exploration of Everyday Grace”
Dr. Dave Heitman
“Developing Resilient Leaders: How and Why Stress Could Be the Best Tool for Future Leaders”
Jennifer Jackson, MFA
“Exposing Vs. Exploiting: Navigating Stories with Sensitive Subjects”
Dr. Michael McGrann
“Ongoing Research at the Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment”
Dr. Fungai Mukome
“The Chemistry behind all that Trash”
Dr. Eddie Romo
“Can an Apple a Day Really Keep the Doctor Away?”
Dr. Cameron Wilson
“Unlocking the Power of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in the Humanities”
Library Grant Resources
The Paul Nystrom Library at Jessup University helps faculty, students, staff, and community members in discovering funding sources. The library subscribes to Grantwatch.com for on campus only access to view current grants, funding opportunities, awards, contracts, and archived grants that will soon be available again from foundations, corporations, states, locales and the federal government. Our Librarians are available to assist faculty in using library tools and resources throughout the entire research life span.
Projects of Distinction
Spring 2024
Undergraduate students at Jessup are encouraged to become involved in the research life of the University. One of the hallmarks of undergraduate scholarship at Jessup is the Capstone project. The OAR, with the support of VPAA’s office, honors outstanding capstone projects as Projects of Distinction. Selected by their respective school faculty and Dean, the honorees receive a certificate, designation in the Commencement program, and are announced at the Commencement ceremony or Celebration Chapel.
School of Education
Toni Whipkey:
“The Field Experience of a Student Teacher”
School of Humanities & the Arts
Kera Collins:
“Domestic Violence: A Look at Resources & Collaboration”
School of Natural & Applied Sciences
Madeline McDougal:
“Differences in Nutritional Recommendations that should be made between predominantly aerobic and anaerobic equine sports”
Donovan Carrillo:
“Comparing the Effects of Percussion Therapy, Vibration Therapy, and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Reducing DOMS”
School of Theology & Leadership
Christy Boals:
“Resurrection and Betrothal: An Examination of the Resurrection as Possible Antitype of Old Testament Well Betrothal Type Scenes
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