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Defending Zine Culture: Kathleen Hanna, Grrrl Punk and Collapsing the Private/Public Divide
No full textKathleen Hanna is an American singer, songwriter, artist, and activist who found herself at the forefront of the 1990’s punk feminist scene known as the Riot Grrrl Movement. Hanna is remarked as one of the founders of the movement. The movement (1989-1996), taking place during the third wave of feminism, inspired many young women, including Hanna herself, to retreat to their bedrooms to produce music, zines, and poetry to express political, societal, and emotional feelings and concerns. Through the lens of Hanna’s work, this study seeks to understand how women show up in both public and private political spheres and how their private lives affect their relationship with the public and vice-versa. In an analysis of bedroom culture and crowd dynamics within the context of punk and Do-It-Yourself culture, the study examines literature, documentaries, music and zines of Hanna as well as interviews with members of local Florida Grrrl bands. The study examines my own personal artwork and creative processes pertaining to the ideologies and concepts of the Riot Grrrl Movement. It seeks to understand the ways in which women in punk are positioned within society and how their relationship with their private spaces directly affects their relationship with the public. This study ends with interviews with two generations of women punk musicians in the Tampa Bay area, Stacey and Summer Strickland, who were influenced by the work of Kathleen Hanna
Investigation of MicroRNA in Canine Congestive Heart Failure
No full textMyxomatous mitral valvular degeneration (MMVD) is the most common heart disease in dogs, as well as a significant disease in the human heart. MMVD is characterized by valvular thickening and regurgitation, leading to secondary cardiac structure and function changes. The prevalence of this disease has been correlated wilh age and breed. Small breed dogs such as the Cavalier King Charles spaniel (CVKC), are predisposed to the disease, and the prevalence in the CVKC dogs older than 10 years is greater than 90%. Given that the disease is common, but only a minority of dogs will progress to heart failure, it would be helpful if there were a way in which those animals at the most significant risk of experiencing progressive disease could be easily distinguished. Dy identifying a high-risk subpopulation, subsequent monitoring and therapy could be more effectively targeted. Early signs of mitral valve regurgitation could be identified, and treatment could be introduced from the earliest stage, which is known to be effective. Heart valve disorders can arise from 2 main problems: regurgitation (or leakage of the valve) and stenosis (or narrowing of the valve). Exosomes are extracellular vesicles (EVs) that have emerged as key players in diagnostics and therapeutics for desieases such as MMVD
EFFECTS OF SOCIAL DYNAMICS AND REALISM ON MORAL DECISION MAKING IN YOUNG ADULTS
No full textMoral dilemma research has been used for decades to evaluate moral decision-making across a myriad of contexts. These dilemmas, while philosophical in creation, have evolved into a tool to measure moral decision-making. The current study aimed to evaluate differences in moral decision-making when working with a competitive peer while also being presented with dilemmas more realistic than typically found in moral decision research. Participants rated their agreement with 5 moral dilemmas by themselves, rating agreement with a proposed action on a 6-point Likert scale from Strongly Disagree to Strongly Agree. Then, participants were asked to work together with a confederate through virtual communication to solve these same five dilemmas. However, the confederate was trained to intentionally disagree with the participant, to evaluate how far the participant was willing to adjust from their original responses. Significance was present based on the type of dilemma, abstract vs. realistic, with realistic dilemmas having higher difference in mean responses when working with peers. One dilemma from each condition changed from solo responses when working with a peer, which led to cumulative averages not being an appropriate representation of the data. This implies that, despite significance being found, the findings should be considered carefully. Although a global difference cannot be suggested, there were instances in which the individual dilemma content produced different responses. Ideally, future research should continue to build on these findings that indicate social influence and realism both have an effect on moral decision-making. Realism, as a variable, was evaluated differently in the current study than previous psychological research, and deserves to be studied independently and broadly
THE RISE OF WOMEN’S SOCCER IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
No full textOver the past century, women have gradually gained recognition and acceptance within the world of sports, breaking barriers and challenging long-standing societal norms. In the United States, women’s soccer has experienced significant growth. This thesis examines how globalization, Title IX, gender dynamics, socioeconomic factors, and political policies influenced women’s soccer. This research uses a historical analysis to explore the complexities of being both an athlete and a woman in America. The findings reveal that women’s soccer has reached great heights in equal pay, fair media representation, and visibility. This research asserts that women and soccer in America are working together to pave the way for a more inclusive and equitable future in sports
THE INFLUENCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY ON ECONOMIC BEHAVIOR: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
No full textThis thesis investigates the impact of financial literacy on individual and societal outcomes, with consequences that extend beyond individual households to affect broader economic systems. Particularly vulnerable groups—such as women, minority populations, and younger generations—demonstrate lower financial literacy scores, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions. Ultimately, the study advocates for a systemic approach to financial education as a means to promote widespread economic growth and societal stability. economic behavior, offering a comprehensive examination of how knowledge, attitudes, and decision-making capacity shape financial well-being. Drawing on both theoretical insights and empirical research, the study highlights the pivotal role of financial education in equipping individuals to navigate an increasingly complex financial landscape. Key findings reveal persistent disparities in financial literacy across demographic lines, including age, race, gender, and socioeconomic status. These inequalities contribute to a range of economic challenges, such as over-indebtedness, underinvestment, and increased vulnerability to financial exploitation. Through extensive literature review and data analysis, this research underscores the link between financial knowledge and responsible economic behaviors, such as saving, budgeting, and investing. Evidence from national surveys and academic studies illustrates how perceived and actual financial literacy jointly influence financia
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TRADITIONAL VS. CREATIVE VISUAL-AIDED METHODS IN SCIENCE EDUCATION
No full textScience, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics subjects (STEM) have classes that may be challenging for students because they often cover a lot of material quickly, making it difficult for students to remember key concepts. One possible way to boost student motivation is by using visual-aided methods, such as interactive graphics, wordplay, characters, or stories. These connect to their interests and make the content more engaging. This study explored whether incorporating visual aids into a science curriculum helped middle school students better understand and retain scientific knowledge. Two small cell biology diagrams were compared: one used visual-aided methods (characters, wordplay, fun visuals), and the other followed a more traditional science diagram. Students at Pine View School in Osprey, FL took a quiz to see which diagram was more effective in instructing them. Their results were inconclusive, likely due to the gifted school setting. All students earned a 100% on the quiz, regardless of the diagram type. Nonetheless, based upon my literature review, there is evidence that blending science lessons with engaging, visually driven examples helps boost their understanding and enthusiasm for learning, especially for younger students
New College Mugbook 1988-1989
No full textTwenty four page student catalog (known as the Mugbook) featuring photographs of students who were entering their first year at New College
