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Renewed Archaeological Research in Singida Region, Central Tanzania
Get PDFArchaeological research in central Tanzania, chiefly in the Singida Region, has only been sporadically conducted, with the focus of such investigations being mostly on rock art and Later Stone Age (LSA) material. Here, we report preliminary results from renewed research expeditions conducted in the Singida Region. In 2021 and 2022, we located 31 archaeological sites in Ikungi District, excavated an open-air site (Nkungi) and a rock shelter (Itramuka), and uncovered well-stratified cultural sequences containing lithics, ceramics, and metallurgical remains, as well as human remains and animal bones. The recent archaeological discoveries in the region revealed a rich and composite archaeological heritage, encompassing scatters of archaeological artifacts, stratified deposits, and rock shelters with preserved deposits and rock art. These sites are embedded in a varied landscape that, in itself, should be preserved for their geo-heritage. Our renewed research also emphasizes the importance of local community engagement, specifically with traditional landowners, to ensure the sustainability of this multidisciplinary research project
You Belong, Issue 1
Get PDFThis photo book highlights the people, programs, and partnerships that define Bryant\u27s campus community. Featuring moments from the 2024-2025 academic year, it showcases events, initiatives, and everyday experiences that demonstrate our commitment to fostering a welcoming environment. From student-led efforts to university-wide gatherings, You Belong celebrates the meaningful work happening across campus—and reminds us that at Bryant, everyone belongs. Photos were submitted by members of our community and represent just a fraction of the impactful moments that occur daily. These pages come alive through our shared dedication, reflecting the spirit that makes Bryant home
Creativity in Arts Organizations: WaterFire Providence Unites and Inspires
Get PDFCommunity arts organizations serve as vibrant cultural hubs, uniting diverse networks and fostering creative expression through their dynamic administrative planning and management. This study examines the creative processes at WaterFire Providence, focusing on how administrative teams integrate creativity into their decision-making, and volunteer practices. Drawing from existing literature on arts organizations and music festivals, the research highlights the importance of spaces, audience engagement, and collaborative community involvement in event organizations. By analyzing the decision-making strategies that administrators employ across various stages of event planning and execution, this study sheds light on the interplay between creativity and organizational practices. Through qualitative analysis and ethnographic fieldwork with WaterFire Providence, the research unveils the behind-the-scenes creative practices that shape volunteer experiences, drive cultural significance, and amplify the community impact of arts organizations
Independent vs. Signed Musicians: Does Thier Status Affect Their Success?
Get PDFAs technology has advanced and become more widely available, and as the public learns more about the recording industry and its workings, more musicians are choosing not to sign with record labels, becoming independent musicians. This now raises the question: does a musician’s status of independent or signed determine their level of success? It has been previously found that independent musicians have a more difficult time competing with signed musicians due to the resources provided by record labels and the way labels negotiate with large streaming platforms, giving signed labels more opportunities to be seen in the public eye, but the question still remains if this makes a large difference. This question is of utmost importance because as more musicians enter the music industry, they wade through the many pros and cons of being signed or independent. This is determined through quantitative data analysis, with success being determined by amount of streams in one year, and rankings, which are taken from Billboard Top 100 charts. It is found that independent musicians are not at as severe a disadvantage as proposed previously, as they rank comparably to signed musicians and average similar streams for each ranked song
Reshaping U.S. Imports: An Analysis of How Shifting Indicators Impact International Manufacturing Location Decisions & the Apparel Industry
Get PDFUnited States imports have grown in recent years due to various geographic sourcing strategies. Each company that chooses to participate in manufacturing whether in-house, offshore, or nearshore has contributed to the economic growth of the US. In recent years, internal and external factors have affected the results of international trade. Indicators have been identified, but they are historically indicators that have not adapted due to the frequent changes in supply chains. The measurement of indicators allows for identification of the most influential indicators that impact the trends within U.S. imports. Significant indicators are dependent on the country and its available resources, which this study highlights. The twenty countries analyzed in this study have a significant relationship will all measured indicators, affecting the forecasted U.S. imports rank for the NAICS 315 – Apparel & Accessories
The Role of Gender Equity in Olympic Success using Panel Data
Get PDFThis study investigates whether gender equity is one of the determinants of Olympic success at the country level. Using panel data with 766 observations from six Olympic years (2012–2022), it examines the relationship between gender equity and national medal counts. Three Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) models were estimated using total, men’s, and women’s medal counts as dependent variables. While the findings vary across models, results suggest that gender equity may be positively associated with Olympic performance, though its significance is limited when controlling for other social and economic variables
Menstruation Cycles and the Impact on a Female Athlete\u27s Performance and Perception of Performance
Get PDFThis two-part study investigates the impact of menstrual cycle hormone levels on performances and perception of performance among division I athletes. A survey was given to the captains of all Bryant University female sports teams for the dispersal amongst their teams. Each of the 13 female sports teams participated and contributed. A total of 107 survey responses were collected. Data regarding the perception of menstrual cycle on specific aspects of their athletic lives were collected, as well as whether they were on contraception, their age of menarche and heaviness of flow. The results indicate that 83% of athletes surveyed believe their menstruation affects their athletic performance, as well as 46.8% strongly believe their period causes them more fatigue at practice. As a follow up, study two was then performed to see how much the menstrual cycle impacts field performance. Athletes’ perceptions of their performance were found to be influenced by menstrual symptoms, often leading to a negative self-assessment during menstruation. Twenty Division I softball players at Bryant University were monitored during their fall season. Paper calendars were utilized for menstrual cycle tracking, as well as a daily 4 question survey where athletes reported their self-perception of performance. The calendar and self-perception were then compared to the actual performance of these athletes. The results indicate that female athlete participants performed worse on their period 57% of the time and their self-perception was worse 6.5% of the time compared to 3.8% when in other phases of their cycle. These findings highlight the need for support strategies to optimize an athlete’s performance and the need for change in Division I athletes training regimens
Honoring Bryant\u27s Veterans
No full textDOU 2025 proudly featured a Veterans Table showcasing personal stories, photos, and service histories. Portraits and quotes were also displayed on posters and Bryant TV, highlighting the voices and experiences of veterans across campus. This work helped support the launch of Bryant’s new Veteran Student Organization
Pre-Industrial Common Era Temperature Fluctuations in South China Inferred Based Upon Bacterial Tetraether Lipids from Lake Poyang
No full textQuantifying past temperature changes during the Common Era (the past 2000 years) is essential for assessing the rates, magnitudes, and consequences of different climate forcings on current warming and projecting future climate change. At present, however, the quantitative evaluation of temperature changes at multi-centennial-to-millennial timescales remains not well understood. In this study, we provide a high-quality mean annual temperature record for the past 2000 years based on branched glycerol dialkyl glycerol tetraethers (brGDGTs) in a well-dated sediment core retrieved from Lake Poyang in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River. Our results show an overall pre-industrial cooling trend in the Poyang Lake region, with clear temperature changes associated with the Medieval Warm Period (MWP) and Little Ice Age (LIA), consistent with local, regional, and global records. The centennial to millennial temperature fluctuations, particularly the pronounced cooling at approximately 1500 CE, generally agrees with changes in total solar irradiance, supporting the importance of solar activity in affecting pre-industrial temperature changes. Further comparisons with other biomarker-based quantitative temperature reconstructions revealed that the temperature offset between the MWP and LIA increased with latitude and elevation, suggesting that centennial-scale temperature fluctuations were amplified at higher elevations and latitudes during the past two millennia