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The Ideology of the Euromaidan
No full textThe revolutionary events known as the Euromaidan fundamentally restructured Ukrainian political life and advanced the culture of politics. As with the Orange Revolution, the roots of the Euromaidan can be found in its idealism: the Ukrainian people’s desire to create a state wherein the ideals associated with freedom, in their broadest sense, are respected. The dedication to ideals was more than political rhetoric; it was almost religious. This level of dedication helps explain the powerful motivation of those who took to the streets in mass protest. This paper examines the important differences between the Maidan of 2013-2014 (the Euromaidan) and the Maidan of 2004 (the Orange Revolution). A description and explanation of the stages of revolution in relation to the Euromaidan are provided, followed by a discussion of ideological consensus between political parties. The historical basis of the Maidan symbols are also examined, with further deliberation on how these symbols were used
Rapid Response Research in Ukrainian Studies
No full textIn this paper we discuss a rapid response project that brought together action researchers from two countries and several universities to provide academic commentary on events emerging during Ukraine’s 2014 Euromaidan protest demonstrations. This is a case study of real time engagement over a six-month period. It identifies the results, the complex global and local infrastructure that enabled project exploration to take place and explains its success. Outcomes provide evidence that supports Roger’s (1995) contention that globalization of universities has created a system with a capacity for both top-down centralization and bottom-up decentralization as well as Beerkens’ (2008) notion of isomorphism or local reinvention. This combination should be understood and utilized in action research projects. Supporting Morley’s (2013) claim, analysis of the underlying social context demonstrates that when bottom up local and top down global factors are engaged, maximum results are achieved. This paper may be of particular interest to faculty members who have strong ties to local minority discourse communities or those studying civil movements or unrest and wish to use Rapid Response Research (RRR) methods
Creativity and Inner Conflict: Auto-Ethnography and Reflection of an Artist’s Inner Dialogue
No full textAbstract: In the pursuit of creativity, negative core beliefs are significant obstacles to an artist’s success, while positive affirmations encourage self-actualization. We cannot deny the importance of a positive mindset in an artist’s discipline; ruminating negative fears can hinder mental focus, suppressing creativity. This creative auto-ethnography portrays my own mental struggle with deep-rooted doubts and fears as an artist, and my attempt to battle these negative beliefs through positive affirmation. The intent of this piece is to create an aesthetic of tension and anxiety, ultimately evoking in the listener the artist’s feelings of inadequacy and hopelessness
Reality is Just a Dream: The Significance of the Uncanny in Christopher Nolan’s Inception
No full textIn this research essay, the author argues a psychoanalytic interpretation of Christopher Nolan\u27s film Inception: that it is impossible to know the real world. Furthermore, that uncanny experiences serve as reminder of the real world, but that we need to forget the real world and accept our perceived reality in order to continue functioning. The train, the open window, Mal and even the children are presented as elements of the uncanny
Overcoming the Complexities of Mental Illness and Homelessness
No full textMental illness and homelessness are inextricably tied together in a way that has created a costly problem which profoundly affects both individuals and society. To begin to eradicate this problem, the severity and complexity must be understood by considering the many contributing factors to both mental illness and homelessness. Care must be individualized to fit each person’s unique situation, and continuity of care is absolutely critical. This problem has ramifications for many disciplines such as healthcare, social work, corrections, and housing, but stigma in the general population must also be addressed if progress is to be made
"If Everything is Stable, One is Not Going To Move Very Far": Reality as Illusion in Ondaatje\u27s The Cat\u27s Table
No full textThis essay examines one of the major themes of Michael Ondaatje\u27s The Cat\u27s Table: Perception and Reality. While on the surface the novel is about a young boy on a journey, it is Michael\u27s unique perspective that reveals an elusive truth about our reality: that it is a fragile illusion, at best. Via a comparison of Michael\u27s past (specifically the twenty-one days he was aboard a ship named Oronsay) and present realities, then, both Michael and the reader come to realize the highly subjective nature of our collective \u27reality.\u2
Compulsory Voting: A Dialogue
No full textWritten in a Platonic dialogue format, two long-time friends argue about the pros and cons of compulsory voting
Pastel
No full textOil pastel and pencil crayon rendering of manipulated color patterns formed by crstals. Explores the color complexity of the patterns and the relaionships the colors create when placed next to each other
Aboriginal Women Experiencing Violence
No full textThis paper examines the high rate of violence against Aborignal women in Canada through a socio-ecological viewpoint. It discusses various factors contributing to the high rates of violence, from personal to societal. Implications for nursing education, practice, and research are also discussed in this paper