The Indiana University Journal of Undergraduate Research (IUJUR) is an exciting endeavor reflecting
the excellent learning, research, and creative activity undertaken by undergraduates at Indiana University Bloomington. This volume highlights the depth of thinking and creativity that represents some of the most important characteristics defining the undergraduate experience at Indiana University. Encouraged by outstanding faculty mentors who present opportunities for hands-on experiences, the authors featured in this volume have developed their ideas and analyses with great detail and depth using critical, evidence-based approaches.