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Compulsion (a Short Film about OCD)
No full textThis short film is a personified depiction of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD is a disorder that is vastly misunderstood by the general public, so I wanted to shine a light on some of the parts of OCD that don’t get talked about as much. Compulsion is about a college aged woman, Scarlett, with OCD who is prescribed a controversial new treatment called TheruroProx for the chronic condition. At first everything seems perfect, but things take a turn for the worse. I was inspired to write this film for my Mass Communication-Digital Media Production Capstone because I think it is important for people to see that OCD is not just about cleaning. Contamination OCD is a real thing and people do struggle from it, but it’s not the only type of OCD. There are certain types of OCD, such as Harm OCD which plays a role in the film, that people are scared to talk about with others because it makes them feel like a bad person. OCD attacks your values. Having Harm OCD related intrusive thoughts can make you feel like a violent person, when in reality those thoughts are there because it is not something you would ever do. I hope that people watch this film with an open mind and can learn more about OCD because awareness about it is so important. https://youtu.be/v-0bJSLD4w
Enduring Autumn: An Exploration of the Thompson Siblings’ Poetry and the African American Experience
No full textOn a rural farm in Rossoyne, Ohio, three siblings, Clara Ann, Priscilla Jane, and Aaron Belford Thompson, found solace in the poetical recreations of the natural world around them. The parents of the Thompson poets, John Henry (b. 1822) and Clara Jane Thompson (b. 1836), were born into Virginia’s slavery system. The couple eventually fled from the plantation via Cincinnati’s Underground Railroad, settled in the free state of Ohio, and lived as sharecroppers in Rossmoyne. John and Clara inherited a printing press from the farm’s former owners. Thus, their children learned to typeset their poetical creations and understand the publishing process. The siblings collectively published seven works of poetry in their lifetimes, each revealing the talents of keen observers, watching and recreating the seasons revolving around them as society’s social progress remained stagnant. This presentation explores the three poets’ use of the Autumn season to illustrate the African American experience in Ohio in the early 20th century. The Thompsons’ imagery exemplifies Camille Dunby’s theoretical framework behind Black Nature: Four Centuries of African American Nature Poetry (2009), revealing a traumatic connection between African Americans and the natural world. Further, my analysis is informed by Frank Quillin\u27s historical examination of race relations in post-Reconstruction Ohio. Qullin’s contextualization of Ohio’s “color line” provides a richer understanding of the Thompson siblings’ poetic depictions of Autumn as they intertwine with the cyclical oppression of African American culture. By establishing the season of Autumn as a symbol of transition and the recurring force of ancestral trauma, the Thompson siblings address the perpetuating effects of slavery and the injustices that pervade American society even after successful abolitionary efforts
The Impacts of World War II on Children on the American Home Front
No full textMy research examines the impacts of World War II on children living on the American home front, as they experienced the challenges of war during such a critical stage in their lives. Although various primary and secondary resources were used throughout my project, the research is primarily based on (1) an interview with Mrs. Helen Muse of Madison, GA, and (2) Mr. Byron Earheart’s memoir, At Grandma’s House: World War II Homefront in Havana, Illinois. Both during and after the war, children such as Muse and Earheart witnessed the cruel realities of war and the advantages of a nation banded together against adversity and injustice. As children navigated the complexities of the home front, several factors impressed upon them different values regarding war, politics, and patriotism, and many of those values shaped their opinions and ideals for the rest of their lives. Through shifting family and community dynamics, school experiences, patriotic propaganda, and post-war experiences, World War II instilled in many children values of civil service and obedience, patriotism, and national unity that those children and now their descendants still hold today. Although later challenged by constant military involvement throughout the twentieth century, in many cases these values have stood the test of time and today are part of the patriotic legacy of World War II
Do Congressional Scandals Affect Legislation Sponsorship?
No full textWhen considering the effects of scandals on politicians, the majority of research focuses on election outcomes and fails to analyze the behavioral outcomes of the politician. Current research is inconclusive as to whether voters will reelect politicians after scandals, but no other researchers have evaluated whether scandals affect a politician’s sponsorship of legislation. I used unbalanced panel data (2013-2017) from the Library of Congress (2023) and scandals compiled by Miller and Hamel (2021) to estimate the effects of scandals on legislation sponsorship through a linear regression model. My results show scandals do not significantly affect legislation sponsorship, but election years and the race and party of the politician do
Beyond Borders: Impacts of Spanish Language Elements and Code Switching in Popular Music
No full textWhat are the various impacts of incorporating Spanish and bilingual language elements into music in various contexts, such as popular music and cultural attitudes? This research presentation examines the impacts and implications of these elements using several case studies of specific musicians. Exploring the phenomenon of language mixing between Spanish and English, the study by Loureiro-Rodríguez, Verónica, et al. maps the life of Spanish as a public language in the United States, with a particular focus on its presence in contemporary urban music styles. Additionally, the presenters will examine how artists utilize Spanish code switches to navigate their bicultural identity while also addressing the reinforcement of stereotypes. Investigating more closely into when Spanish code-switching occurs in music reveals insights about the cultural associations with the language, both to the artist and to the listener. The presenters also delve into the poetic aspects of Spanish lyrics, looking at shared characteristics with traditional poetry, such as rhymes and line divisions, and how Spanish and English interact in a lyrical context. Together, these findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the intersection of language, culture, and identity within the realm of Spanish and bilingual music
Mapping the Trump Trials
No full textDonald Trump has been involved in many different legal trials, some of these overlaps while others stand on their own. This project sets out to create a map using digital tools to depict these legal battles. The trials will be divided into seven categories, these cover six main trails that directly impact either Trump’s political aspirations, or his business. The seventh category is set aside to connect all the other trials that Trump is involved in. The different lawyers, defendants, prosecutors, and judges involved will be logged, categorized, and summarized to give an overview of who they are, what their role is, and how they are connected. This map can then be used to educate the public on the different legal battles by showing how some of them are connected and some are not, as well as the different levels of government these trials are taking place. The map will be free for public use to encourage the education of the public at large
Alcoholism
Get PDFAlcoholism is a genetic disease affecting approximately 43% of adults in America; children of Alcoholics are 25% more likely to suffer from the same illness that affects their parents (Haverfield). Growing up with an alcoholic parent in the household can result in children experiencing similar substance abuse issues, post-traumatic stress disorders and emotional problems (Appleseth et al. 1). Genetics and environmental factors can contribute to an increase in cases of alcoholism and addiction issues, these factors make it more likely for the children of alcoholics to develop addictions issues at some point in their lives. This piece consists of research conducted to understand the cause of alcoholism as well as how to stop the cycle of addiction as a child of an alcoholic through my own experiences growing up. Appleseth, Hannah S., et al. “Language Considerations for Children of Parents with Substance Use Disorders.” Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention & Policy, vol. 18, no. 1, May 2023, pp. 1–4. EBSCOhost, https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00536-z. Marie C. Haverfield, Jennifer A. Theiss & John Leustek (2016) Characteristics of Communication in Families of Alcoholics, Journal of Family Communication, 16:2, 111-127, DOI: 10.1080/15267431.2016.114628
Scaling Influence: A Comparative Study of Micro and Macro Influencers on Consumer Perceptions and Behaviors
No full textThis research proposal aims to explore the differential perceptions of micro (1,000 to 100,000 followers) and macro (100,000 to 1 million followers) influencers on Instagram, focusing on authenticity, trust, engagement, and their influence on purchasing decisions. Despite the growing reliance on influencer marketing, limited research exists on how the size of an influencer\u27s following impacts audience perceptions and behaviors. Through a mixed-methods approach, this study will combine quantitative surveys with qualitative analyses of online community discussions and social media comment sections. The survey will target a diverse pool of social media users, employing stratified sampling to ensure representation across demographics. Concurrently, online communities will be engaged through polls and discussions, while comment sections under posts by both micro and macro influencers will undergo thematic analysis to gauge sentiment and thematic patterns related to the research hypotheses. This dual approach aims to uncover nuanced insights into the authenticity, trustworthiness, and engagement levels attributed to influencers by their followers, and how these perceptions influence consumer behavior. The findings are expected to contribute to the evolving discourse on influencer marketing, offering empirical evidence on the efficacy of micro versus macro influencers. This research will not only fill a gap in academic literature but also provide practical recommendations for marketers on optimizing influencer partnerships for enhanced consumer engagement and trust
Alternative Synthesis of the Pesticide Carbaryl
No full textCarbaryl is a wide-spectrum synthetic insecticide used outdoors to control a wide variety of insect pests both in largescale farms and in small gardens and lawns. Unfortunately, the synthesis route used in the industrial production of carbaryl requires the use of the highly toxic and poisonous methyl isocyanate (MIC). Due to the toxicity of MIC, the synthesis of carbaryl and its derivatives poses a huge challenge for teaching and research labs curtailing structure and activity studies. The synthesis of carbaryl we propose here avoids the use of MIC and should allow for access to a wide variety of N-derivatives of carbaryl. Carbaryl was obtained via a 4-nitrophenyl carbamate intermediate in a two-step reaction. The synthesized carbaryl was spectroscopically comparable to carbaryl isolated from commercially available Sevin® insecticid
AB Initio Analysis of Lead Iodide Perovskite Materials for Photovoltaic Applications
No full textThe recent success of Perovskite crystal structures in the scientific world has led to an exponential growth in engineering applications and research. Methylammonium Lead Iodide Perovskites () has emerged as a promising candidate for photovoltaic applications. Ab Initio computations are used to compute the properties of the without the input of experimental data, allowing for continuous and cost-effective change in parameters of interest. The purpose of this paper is to quantitatively analyze data acquired from simulations. We optimized the structure of solar cells before the prototyping and testing stages of the fabrication process. The open-source application, Avogadro, was used to create the base crystal structure and to simulate their properties which are utilized in other simulations. Methods outlined in this paper have been applied to other materials like perovskites or other substances