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An Econometric Analysis on the Factors Influencing Housing Prices in Austin, TX
No full textv, 37 p.This is a study on housing prices in Austin, Texas that uses a regression model to determine the impact of various variables on the final housing prices. The study uses econometric analysis to determine the impact of these variables. The variables are a combination of characteristics of the house, macroeconomic variables, community-based variables, and non-economic variables. It was determined that a 1 percent increase in property tax results in a decrease of at least 160,000 to $170,000. With many other variables having a significant positive and negative affect on the sale price of a house
Dream Of
No full text14 p.This article primarily describes the entire process from starting as an art major to choosing Shamanism and dreams as the main theme to the conclusion of the Senior Integrative Project (SIP). It is a narrative that begins with limited knowledge of dreams and gradually develops a connection, using surrealistic techniques, to explore the balance and unity between Shamanic culture and personal experiences, visual and sensor, dreams and reality
A Spectrum Analysis of Hepatitis B Virus Strain and Drug Bound State Variances
No full text71 p.The purpose of this research was to perform an icosahedral point array spectrum analysis on the two strains and five CPAM drug bound states of the hepatitis B virus (HBV) capsids to determine possible key structural points of the viral capsid. This project serves to further the research towards the prevention and disruption of HBV infection. This research has been done using ViperDB coordinates of each structure, VMD to visualize differences between structures and unique features of the HBV capsids, Matlab to analyze point array data for each structure and determine the fitness of each point array, and analysis using code created by Gabe Orosan-Weine (K’23) to determine the closest amino acids to each point in each point array. This data was all analyzed for each structure and compared to determine differences that may be caused by each drug and similarities that may indicate necessary features of the viral capsid. These methods produced data that suggests that point arrays 3, 4, 6, 20, 52, 53, and 54 have a high fitness for most, if not all, structures studied, meaning that the points in these arrays likely fall near key structural features of the capsid. It also showed that certain amino acids are repeatedly close to said points, implicating a probable importance to chain and capsid stability. These results provide potential targets for engineered mutations, structural changes, or other changes to the viral capsid that can disrupt or prevent viral infection of HBV
My Experience as a Teaching Assistant
No full text1 Broadside. 48"W x 36"HOver the summer, I devoted my time to working at The Montessori School as a teaching assistant in the primary building with children ages 3-6. I applied to this position because I wanted more career experience working with children, and because I have always been interested in alternative education. During the six-week summer camp, I planned activities for each week’s theme, and learned how Montessori methods and principles are carried out in the classroom.
While completing my SIP internship, I was offered a regular position as a substitute assistant teacher. I have been working there since then, and it has been a very meaningful experience. It has helped me to understand what I want to look for in a career after graduating from Kalamazoo College and what type of work environment I would like to be in.Kalamazoo College. Department of Biology. Diebold Symposium, 202
The Olivine Star : Magic And Technology in a World Apart from Our Own
No full textix, 200 p.The author introduces his original fantasy novel by discussing his inspiration from Arthur C. Clarke to "hard magic" authors Brandon Sanderson and Brent Weeks. Also presented is how sorcery in this world is analogous to wealth in our world
Exploring a career in dental at Drake Dental
No full text1 Broadside. 48"W x 36"HMy SIP is based on opportunity and experiences I received while working at Drake Dental in Kalamazoo. I was able to be chairside as a dental assistant and learn through many hands-on procedures. Through my internship I gained insight into the world of dentistry and developed skills relevant to my interest in pursuing a career in dentistry. As a result of my internship, I became interested in the connection between female sex hormones and oral health.Kalamazoo College. Department of Biology. Diebold Symposium, 202
Embracing Islam : The Zaghawa People's Transformation of Beliefs and Tradition in Chad
No full textiv, 47 p.This essay delves into the cultural and historical tapestry of the Zaghawa people, a nomadic ethnic group inhabiting present day Chad, Sudan, and Libya. Known for their blend of nomadic herding and agriculture, the Zaghawa embody a unique cultural identity, deeply rooted in traditional customs, oral traditions, and social structures. The essay explores the profound influence of their pre-Islamic beliefs and practices, emphasizing the enduring significance of rituals, storytelling, and traditional practices like the use of amulets, reverence for natural elements, and the role of shamans. A pivotal aspect of this exploration is the transformative impact of Islam on Zaghawa culture. The integration of Islamic beliefs catalyzed a significant cultural shift, mixing traditional customs with new religious practices. This synthesis is examined through historical narratives, personal genealogical research, and comparative studies with other African societies. The essay presents a nuanced understanding of how the Zaghawa adapted their spiritual beliefs and societal norms in response to Islamic influences, highlighting the dynamic interplay between tradition and religious transformation. Central to the discussion is the evolution of key cultural elements, including the role of IRO, the High God in Zaghawa cosmology, and the transition from matriarchal to patriarchal structures. The essay delves into specific practices such as the Mani ritual, a unique form of divine justice, and the tradition of bridal kidnapping, providing insights into the complex interplay of cultural continuity and adaptation
Senior Integrated Project
No full text8 p.Over the last few months, I’ve had the opportunity to take 60 hours of online courses related to topics of inbound marketing, copywriting, negotiation, social media utilization, SEO optimization, and more. Throughout this experience, I’ve learned a lot of new strategies that I plan to use in business, and even implement into my own company that I’m currently running. In this summary paper, I’ll be reflecting on what I’ve learned throughout my online courses, how I can relate the material to my experiences here at K, how I’ve tied what I’ve learned into my current business, and how I plan to use what I’ve learned in post-K entrepreneurial and business-related endeavors
The Imagined Celt : Greco-Roman Perceptions of Celtic and Gallic Peoples and Their Historical Impact
No full text35 p.In contemporary understanding, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales are often referred to as "Celtic" nations because of their shared historical and linguistic heritage. But the further one goes back in history, the less this actually is the case. "Celtic," as a means of identifying particular groups of peoples, dates back to ancient Greco-Roman texts, the earliest being Herodotus's Histories in the fifth century BCE. Within the passage, Herodotus used the term to describe a particular kingdom of peoples living along the Atlantic and stretching to the source of the Ister (or Danube ) That being said, there was no direct usage of the word "Celtic" to refer to the peoples of modern day Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Greco-Roman writers called them Britons, and thought them to be a different group of people who shared characteristics with Celtic societies. If Ireland, Scotland, and Wales were not the homelands of the Celtic peoples, then where were they from? And, why are these three nations called "Celtic"? According to ancient Greco-Roman writers, Gaul and the Cisalpine area of Italy formed the center of Celtic society.3 This paper aims to focus on Gaul, specifically around the times of Roman conquest (approximately 121 to 27 BCE), in the hopes of analyzing what Greco-Romans did and did not think about the peoples that inhabited the region, and how their understanding led to centuries of overgeneralization about those ancient peoples. In order to do so, the best possible route starts with analyzing what archaeologists know about the peoples of Gaul before Roman conquest, specifically where they believe "Celtic" groups migrated from and where their influence lied. Then, I will discuss how historians capitalized on the identity of "Celtic" for cultural unification in the 1800s, and that these histories faced no critique until the late 1980s. Only with this framework, are ancient Greco-Roman texts at their clearest with how little they knew or cared to know about Gallic societies. The Greco-Roman overreliance on "Celt" and "Gaul" as terms for any group deemed "other" living in continental western Europe demonstrates that ancient "Celtic" identities were fiction
New Invaders to Hardwood Forests: Discovering Jumping Worms (Amynthas) at the Lillian Anderson Arboretum
No full text1 Broadside. 48"W x 36"HEarthworms are considered beneficial in gardening, farming and composting but can have devastating effects on forest ecosystems. All earthworms in the Great Lakes area are nonnative originating from Europe or most recently Asia. Earthworms in forests can rid areas of nutrients by eating through all the organic matter. Replacing native flora and fauna. Jumping worms (Amynthas) are a new concern due to spreading rapidly, reproduction and having no natural predators. The purpose of this research is to find the diversity, abundance and distribution of Earthworms in the Lillian Anderson Arboretum. Looked into the differences between Amynthas genus and Lumbricus genus of worms by testing litter depth and type, soil pH, soil moisture, and soil temperature.Kalamazoo College. Department of Biology. Diebold Symposium, 202