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Conference Proceeding
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Recommended Citation
Student Research Council,, "47th Annual WKU Student Research Conference" (2017). Student Research Conference Select Presentations. Paper 36.
https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/sel_pres/36
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CONFERENCE INTRODUCTION
The WKU Student Research Conference showcases scholarly activities of graduate and undergraduate students of diverse disciplines from across the main and regional campuses. An annual tradition since 1970, the conference has provided opportunities for thousands of students to present papers, performances, posters, exhibits, and displays on their research and creative endeavors.
Scholarly activity is original and creative work that is shared with colleagues and the general public. Research is a form of scholarly activity that involves the discovery of new knowledge. Other forms of scholarship include the development of new technologies, methods, materials or uses; the integration of knowledge that leads to new understanding; and artistry that creates new insights and interpretations. As demonstrated by the Student Research Conference, students significantly enrich their academic experiences at WKU by engaging in scholarly activity.