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"From Protest Signs to News Headlines" : The Vietnam War Antiwar Movement and Counterculture in Media Discourse
No full text40p.In the volatile era of the 1960s and early 1970s. the United States found itself embroiled in the deeply divisive Vietnam War. As the conflict unfolded on the distant shores of Southeast Asia. a parallel battle for hearts and minds raged on the home front. The antiwar and counterculture movements. fueled by a fervent desire for change and dissent against the war, emerged as powerful social forces that challenged the status quo. Integral to the evolution of these movements was the unprecedented influence of television, a medium that became a battleground for shaping public opinion and disseminating the stark realities of war. The media's portrayal of the antiwar and 2 counterculture movements, juxtaposed against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, not only reflected the societal fissures of the time but also underscored the transformative role that television played in molding public consciousness during this tumultuous period in American history. During this turbulent era of the Vietnam War. mainstream media outlets. including prominent publications like Time magazine and The New York Times, played a pivotal role in shaping public perception and discourse around two interrelated movements that defined the period: the counterculture movement and the antiwar movement. These two movements were emblematic of the broader societal upheaval and cultural transformations of the 1960s and early 1970s, and they sometimes stood in stark contrast to the policies and ideals of the United States government at the time. As such, Time and The New York Times. among others, became platforms for not only reporting on these movements but also reflecting the dynamic and evolving attitudes within American society. This introduction will explore how these influential media outlets portrayed and, in some ways, influenced the counterculture and anti war movements, revealing the complex interplay between media, politics, and cultural shifts during a period of intense societal change. During the Vietnam War, mainstream media such as Time magazine and The New York Times were both heralded and criticized for their coverage of the counterculture and anti war movements. While these publications sought to provide comprehensive reporting and analysis of these movements, they often found themselves navigating the challenging terrain of balancing objective journalism with the intense emotions and divisions of the era. This duality in media coverage gave rise to debates about media bias and influence, as well as the broader question of whether these outlets were merely chronicling events or actively shaping public opinion and government policy. The portrayal of the counterculture and anti war movements in mainstream media during the Vietnam War remains a testament to the power and responsibility of the press in reflecting and influencing the social and political climate of a nation in turmoil
Mockery, Fear, and Power : Kalamazoo College and Blackface Minstrelsy in the Mid-Twentieth Century
No full text73 p.Just seventy years ago, the Kalamazoo College community unapologetically embraced blackface minstrelsy as a form of entertainment for the student body. Beginning in the spring of 1949, the Century Forum Literary Society, a well-known and reputable student organization on campus, began its annual performance of the "rhythm rockin' Darktown Jamboree." This was an alleged "laugh-packed fabulous show" open to all students and faculty, as well as residents of the greater city of Kalamazoo. These performances did not go against the grain of student interest; on the contrary, they were widely popular among the campus community and continued yearly "in response to the tremendous and enthusiastic interest of the student body." The reality of Kalamazoo College's own use of blackface minstrelsy may be jarring or perhaps unexpected to those who live, work, or study on the campus today. Particularly when juxtaposed with the college's present-day mission of providing students with "enlightened leadership to a richly diverse and increasingly complex world," and a commitment to "intercultural understanding,"3 the reality of the institution's history with blackface minstrelsy feels like a laughable contradiction that dilutes more recent claims of the college's dedication to social and racial justice. How can we explain and understand this part of Kalamazoo College's past and come to terms with these students' unabashed perpetuation of a racist tradition? How might it inform the community's future
Centering Restoration and Restoring Center : How Restoring the Central Surveillance Hub of Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site Inc. Would Benefit Visitor's Interpretation.
No full textiii, 106 p.In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Eastern State Penitentiary was once the world's most famous and expensive prison. Constructed on a radial plan in the 1820s and 30s by architect John Haviland, Eastern State Penitentiary promoted the Quaker penitentiary system, which utilized solitary confinement to inspire penitence in incarcerated people. 3 After abandonment in 1971, the building stands today in ruin, a world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Its vaulted, sky-lit cells held nearly 85,000 people over its long history. As a historic site, Eastern State Penitentiary is crucial for its unique ability to use space and material culture objects to educate visitors about contemporary issues of mass incarceration through a historical lens, which encourages entrance into an ongoing conversation about criminal justice reform. This thesis aims to inform future conversations about interpreting and preserving all floors of Eastern State Penitentiary's Center Surveillance Hub. It proposes a restoration philosophy and considers its impact on the visitor experience at the site. While interned at Eastern State in the fall of 2022, I spent time researching Center to create a comprehensive database consisting of a short narrative of the space's history, a timeline, and a conditions assessment report. This thesis will be added to the database to further contribute to the ongoing curatorial discussion about Center
The role of perfusionists in adult cardiopulmonary bypass procedures
No full textiii, 12 p.This literature review analyzes the essential function of perfusionists in adult cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) procedures, emphasizing their responsibilities in regulating blood flow, controlling temperature, and preserving vital organ function. The study emphasizes the perfusionist’s capacity for critical decision-making and adaptation to fluctuating physiological situations. In addition, examining essential elements of perfusion management from the initiation of CPB to post-bypass care will also be discussed. The study indicates the critical techniques employed by perfusionists to enhance surgical outcomes through a comprehensive examination of flow regulation, acid-base equilibrium, and blood gas management. The review highlights the significance of teamwork among the perfusionist, surgeon, and anesthesiologist, as excellent communication is crucial for maintaining patient stability during CPB. The paper also addresses advancements in CPB technology, encompassing smaller circuits and biocompatible materials, and proposes future research avenues, including the advantages of pulsatile flow and digital charting. The findings underscore the importance of ongoing education and improvements in perfusion techniques, as these directly influence the efficacy of heart procedures and patient recovery. Additional investigation into perfusion optimization and the utilization of advanced procedures and technology is essential for enhancing clinical results and mitigating dangers related to CPB
Dental Systems and Their Procedural Manifestations in Spain vs the United States and European Union
No full textiii, 11 p.In a world where medical practices and procedures are becoming increasingly standardized on a global scale, the world of dentistry lags behind. This allows for more variation between countries regarding insurance coverage, public sentiment about the dental field at large, types of procedures performed, and regulation of the profession at a national or even state level. An illustrative example of this variation can be observed with Spain and its counterparts in the European Union. Contrasts were drawn through comparative analysis of national statistics on rates of dental procedures, hurdles to patient care, insurance coverage rates, and public opinion on dentistry. It was found that, due to factors such as a laissez-faire governmental attitude concerning control in the world of dental professionals, dental care not being prioritized as a public health system requirement, and public apathy to enact change, Spain’s dental system more closely resembles the highly privatized system seen in the United States. This results in more emergency surgical interventions for oral health, more instances of high costs as an insurmountable barrier to treatment, and less scheduled preventative care in Spain compared to other EU nations. These findings imply that a fundamental shift in the governing of the dental field in Spain would ameliorate many shortcomings in patient care when juxtaposed with neighboring European nations
Multi-Stressor Impacts on Species’ Co-tolerance and Adaptations
No full textiii, 13 p.This literature review encompasses an array of multi-stressor interaction impacts on species' co-tolerance and adaptation in response to environmental fluctuations. Historically, research has centered individual stressor impacts, however, recent studies reveal that multiple stressors often interact such that their effects are intensified or mitigated. This review uses the lense of aquatic environments to showcase findings in multi-stressor interactions, particularly concerning salinity fluctuations, temperature changes, and pollution. These stressors can disturb species’ physiological functions, behavior, and ecosystems, which often results in reduced growth, reproductive success, and survival rates. Aquatic species' responses, including osmoregulatory challenges or thermal adaptations, demonstrate the adaptive effects of multi-stressor environments. Additionally, the review introduces and examines future directions, such as predictive bioenergetic models like DEBkiss which estimate long-term multi-stressor impacts on aquatic species. Lastly, this review emphasizes how understanding the effects and predictive strategies around multi-stressor interaction effects facilitates a more efficient use of conservation strategies to mitigate anthropogenic impacts and safeguard biodiversity especially in at-risk ecosystems
Fundamentals and usage of Stable Isotope Analysis
No full textiv, 8 p.Stable isotope analysis has been a staple in tracking the source and movement of nutrients thorough an ecosystem and through time since its rise to popularity in the 1980s. This method of analysis uses spectrometry techniques such as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry to determine the ratio between an uncommon and heavier stable isotope and a lighter, more abundant one. By establishing and comparing these ratios in collected samples, an understanding of resource movement within a system can be had, allowing ecologists to create accurate representations of food webs, track the flow of nutrients, and better understand the effects of human activity on the natural world. This review seeks to provide a fundamental understanding of stable isotope analysis, as well as highlight its importance in the field of ecology
Web Development Experience Redesigning the Website of Karnik Pet Lodge
No full textv, 52 p.For my Senior Integrated Project, I designed and coded a new website for my summer job at Karnik Pet Lodge, a dog boarding and daycare facility. This was a learning experience for me, as I’d never designed an entire website on my own nor done any professional coding work before. My only experience with web design prior to this was two courses I took during my semester abroad in Australia, FrontendWeb Programming (ISIT 207) and Human-Computer Interaction (CSIT-226). Using my new knowledge of UI/UX design, I could easily tell what the issues with Karnik’s website were and how to implement them better. I figured that if I reviewed my class notes from Australia and learned a little more HTML and CSS, I could design a better website on my own. This was a project that excited me for two main reasons: I was eager to put my new knowledge and web design skills to the test, and I was also excited about the opportunity to create a website completely from scratch without any rules or restrictions. The website ended up taking around 3 months to finish; it included seven separate webpages, each with its own styling page. The process included drawing up wireframes, prototyping, programming common components, laying out basic page structures, adding dynamic features, choosing color schemes, reformatting elements, adding text, and choosing images. I designed the structure of all the pages with HTML and did all the styling myself with CSS. I also used a few lines of JavaScript for dynamic elements
Effectiveness of Antimicrobial Peptides on the Growth of Select ESKAPE Pathogens
No full textvi, 25 p.Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem in modern medicine due to the increasing number of bacteria becoming resistant. ESKAPE pathogens are a special category of multidrug resistant bacteria. The increasing threat of antibiotic -resistant bacteria is driving research on methods of thwarting their growth. antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are currently being explored. AMPs are small peptide sequences that are naturally found in organisms’ immune systems. They defend organisms against foreign elements. These AMPs serve as an alternative method to typical small molecule antibiotics because of their ability to disrupt membranes. The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of AMPs against multidrug resistant bacteria. Melittin, found in bee venom, and a peptide derived from neuronal nitric oxide synthase, were tested for their antimicrobial properties against four of the ESKAPE pathogens (E. faecalis, S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and E. hormaechei). E. coli was also tested. To assess the effectiveness of these peptides, bacteria growth curves were conducted, along with Kirby Bauer assays to determine the antibiotic susceptibility of the pathogens. The results showed variable responses to the antimicrobials. E. faecalis and S. aureus were susceptible to only melittin, while P. aeruginosa and E. hormaechei were susceptible to both AMPs. The results demonstrate that these AMPs are potentially promising molecules to study towards thwarting bacterial resistance
An Economic Analysis of Sustainability Transitions for K-Metro
No full textv, 46 p.This study aims to analyze the costs and benefits of implementing sustainable vehicles for K-Metro, the Kalamazoo County transit agency, as well as analyzing the various tradeoffs. The increasing risk of climate change calls for more aggressive sustainability actions to reduce emissions. The transportation sector in the United States directly causes almost a third of national greenhouse gas emissions; therefore, public transportation provides an opportunity for large scale impact on emissions reductions. This study analyzes the possible transitions one transit agency can make to reduce emissions. Variables include internal operating costs and benefits as well as external environmental and social costs and benefits. These variables were used under four different scenarios ranging from business as usual to aggressive electric vehicle transitions. Using cost benefit analyses of the different scenarios, it was found that the most cost effective scenario includes aggressive electric vehicle adaption. This scenario significantly reduces greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions and long-term operating costs. Based on these findings, recommendations suggest for K-Metro to transition to electric and for other transit agencies and policy makers to support the transition of these vehicles. These findings highlight the importance of prioritizing sustainability and addressing climate change in the transportation sector