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The Endurance of West African Textiles Through the Ages
Get PDFWest Africans have a long history of creating distinctive textiles. Yet, they are frequently misunderstood. Though often bold, the patterns and colors used in textiles have a subtle meaning. Separately and together, many of these patterns and symbols represent an unspoken language among natives. Research from the pre-colonial era to the contemporary era has shown that these textiles have persisted because of the reverence West Africans hold for both their heritage and personal expression. Further research is recommended to gain understanding of these textiles, from both the past and the present, as well as the West Africans who have intently carried on their traditions. These textiles continue to shape global perspectives by demonstrating that meaningful cultural expression exists beyond Western traditions, while their rich symbolic vocabulary serves as an inspiration for modern creative innovations across the globe
Cybersecurity and Global Threats: A Comparative Analysis of Estonia and Russia’s Policies
Get PDFAs digital technology continues to reshape the foundations of modern life, the question of how states respond to cyber threats has become increasingly urgent. This paper examines how political systems shape national cybersecurity policies by comparing Estonia and Russia, two countries facing similar external threats but governed by vastly different structures. Estonia’s democratic framework emphasizes transparency, citizen participation, and international cooperation, while Russia’s semi-authoritarian model centers on state sovereignty, centralized control, and strategic offensive capabilities. Drawing on key historical events, including the 2007 cyberattacks on Estonia and the 2016 attacks on Russian banks, the paper explores how each state’s political cultural and international orientation influence its approach to digital defense and privacy. While their responses diverge in structure and intent, both countries share a recognition of cybersecurity as a national priority and the need to protect critical infrastructure. By placing cybersecurity within a broader political and cultural context, this analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of how governance, power, and digital resilience are intertwined in a rapidly evolving global landscape
Diverse Minds: Exploring Individual Differences in Visual Imagery and Special Cases
Get PDFMental imagery, or more specifically, visual imagery, plays a significant role in human life. For this reason, this paper aims to examine the many aspects of visual imagery with a special focus on inherent differences between individuals. This paper explores the idea of what visual imagery is and how it is represented, from the in-between of the spectrum of visual imagery, to the extreme ends, where lies the conditions of aphantasia and hyperphantasia. This paper covers the core cognitive processes involved in visual imagery and the parts of the brain responsible for them. The idea of measurement and assessment is also delved into, and the issues with current measurement techniques discussed, including self-report measures and performance-based tests. Highlighting gaps in the current research, this paper calls for more research aimed at understanding individual differences within all aspects of visual imagery. Finally, the application of visual imagery into settings such as education, clinical, and cognitive psychological research is discussed
You Are Not the Hero: Women’s Role in “Rapunzel”
Get PDFThis paper uses the Feminist literary theory to examine the roles and presentation of characters in the fairy tale “Rapunzel” and how the women reinforce patriarchal ideals by conforming to either angelic or monstrous behaviors
Marchng Band, Lindenwood University
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Marchng Band, Lindenwood University
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Marchng Band, Lindenwood University
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Marchng Band, Lindenwood University
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