Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection

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eng
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Copyright for all items in the Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection is held by the author, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise noted.
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University-Community Based Governance Toward a Generative Growing Future: A Transformative Study of the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan and Process

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Year: 2024, 2024
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Dutry, Matthew, Thesis advisor (ths): Classens, Michael, Degree committee member (dgc): Attridge, Ian, Degree committee member (dgc): Wiebe, Sarah M, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>Institutional claims of university-community engagement in support of the public good and planning for teaching, learning, and research have largely remained in the realm of rhetoric. This thesis analyzes the 2019-2021 Trent University Lands and Nature Areas Plan and public consultation process, which at times was marked by the complete absence of consultation and at other times, wholly… more

An Exploration and Examination of Approaches and Methods Used to Bring Together Indigenous and Environmental Science Knowledge in Environmental Research

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Year: 2024, 2024
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Pirie, Emma Elizabeth, Thesis advisor (ths): Furgal, Christopher, Degree committee member (dgc): Knopp, Jennie, Degree committee member (dgc): Whillans, Tom, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>The bringing together of Indigenous (IK) and Environmental science Knowledge (ESK) has garnered significant attention in environmental research. This intersection has been recognized for enhancing understanding of various contemporary environmental challenges. Despite its acknowledged importance, there remains a notable gap in understanding how these knowledge systems are brought… more

The impact of social media backlash toward a brand's sustainability initiatives on pro-environmental consumers' purchase intentions

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Year: 2024, 2024
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Akter, Mohinur, Thesis advisor (ths): Kermani, Saeid SK, Thesis advisor (ths): Zohar, Asaf AZ, Degree committee member (dgc): Guzel, Gulay GG, Degree committee member (dgc): Dart, Ray RD, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>The global shift toward sustainability has prompted brands to promote their sustainability initiatives on social media, aiming to connect with pro-environmental consumers. However, this strategy comes with risks, as social media allows for swift and widespread backlash if consumers perceive greenwashing. The present work examines the impact of social media backlash toward a brand's… more

Sustainability and Adaptive Reuse: A Case Study of Historical and Heritage Industrial Sites in Peterborough, Ontario

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Year: 2024, 2024
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Boateng, Ama Pokuaa, Thesis advisor (ths): Picton, Roger, Degree committee member (dgc): Bocking, Stephen, Degree committee member (dgc): Wurtele, Susan, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>The study examines the adaptive reuse of historical and heritage industrial sites in Peterborough, Ontario. Industrial-heritage sites face several challenges when being subjected to adaptive reuse. These challenges are largely concerned with the contamination of sites and how industrial buildings and sites can be transformed into reusable sites. The study adopted a qualitative research… more

Understanding the attitudes and perceptions of students on the adoption of electric vehicles

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Year: 2024, 2024
Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
Name(s): Creator (cre): Yakubu, Godwin, Thesis advisor (ths): Firang, David, Degree committee member (dgc): Hill, Stephen, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
Abstract: <p>The widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is crucial for reducing transportation-related emissions and achieving sustainability goals. However, a significant research gap exists regarding specific consumer groups, such as university students, and their attitudes toward EV adoption, as they represent a demographic influential in shaping future adoption patterns. This research… more