Ewing, Matthew, author2024-12-162024-12-162024https://hdl.handle.net/10217/239705Colorado State University - University Honors Program.StoryMap link (intended viewing format): https://arcg.is/j50Sj.In my thesis, I provide a photojournalistic account of my experiences working on a research project. The project is working to better understand genetic resistance to the plague (Yersinia pestis) in Black-tailed prairie dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus). Throughout the summer, I used my photography skills to photograph the various species that rely on the prairie dogs and document aspects of our research. I showcase these photos in my thesis, while providing research based context to prairie dog ecology and our research. I also analyzed prairie dog growth rates in juveniles between sexes, and found no significant differences between males and females.born digitalStudent worksengCopyright and other restrictions may apply. User is responsible for compliance with all applicable laws. For information about copyright law, please see https://libguides.colostate.edu/copyright.photojournalismphotographyprairie dogplagueText