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Interview with Melanie Jones and Shayda Kafai on Mad Scholars
No full textJJ Pionke interviews Dr. Melanie Jones and Dr. Shayda Kafai about their new book Mad Scholars: Reclaiming and Reimagining the Neurodiverse Academy, rethinking the publishing process, who influenced their work, and building sustainable Mad communities
I\u27m So Glad We Had This Time Together: A Memoir [book review]
No full textMaurice Vellekoop\u27s I\u27m So Glad We Had This Time Together: A Memoir is a recounting of his realization and embracing of his homosexuality ultimately through getting therapy for his depression
The Impending Blindness of Billie Scott [book review]
No full textThe Impending Blindness of Billie Scott by Zoe Thorogood is the story of a young artist who is unexpectedly going blind due to retina detachment. She has about two weeks to create ten paintings for an exhibition and she goes on a journey to do just that
Klik Klik Boom [book review]
No full textThis review covers Doug Warner\u27s comic series Klik Klik Boom. The review discusses how the non-speaking protagonist is depicted, and there\u27s also discussion of how post-traumatic stress manifests in the protagonist and a supporting character. The review also covers the plot and illustration of the comic
Paul Verhoeven\u27s Cinema of Violence
No full textThe first English-language critical study of the films of Paul Verhoeven, the Dutch director of provocative and vividly imagined films such as Turkish Delight (1973), Robocop (1987), Basic Instinct (1992), Showgirls (1995), Starship Troopers (1997), Black Book (2006), and Elle (2016).Where some audiences find in Paul Verhoeven little more than empty provocation (or, even worse, immoral scandal), Paul Verhoeven\u27s Cinema of Violence takes a more careful and nuanced look at this director\u27s body of work and its penchant for violence of various kinds. Exploring the breadth of this director\u27s career, this book encompasses everything from his early short works as a student filmmaker in the 1960s to the most recently completed Benedetta (2021), a French-language film based on Judith C. Brown\u27s 1986 academic volume Immodest Acts: The Life of a Lesbian Nun in Renaissance Italy.This volume studies a wide range of themes and ideas across Verhoeven\u27s work, including his cinematic approach to violence, his adaptation of literature, his work in notable genres such as science fiction and the war film, his work with actors and direction of performances, his provocative treatment and representation of sexuality and gender, as well as his intense and frequently baroque cinematic style. It also traces in his work a career-long interest in religion: although an avowed atheist, Verhoeven has been obsessed with the image of Jesus in nearly all his films, a theme in his cinema that dovetails with his 2011 academic study Jesus of Nazareth. Through this comprehensive approach, Paul Verhoeven\u27s Cinema of Violence offers a passionate, nuanced, and comprehensive critical look at the cinematic output of one of the Netherlands\u27 – and Hollywood\u27s – most vital contemporary filmmakers.https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/university-archives-msu-authors/1495/thumbnail.jp
Sea Lion
No full textPaddle into the wild world of the sea lion with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite ocean animal’s life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single sea lion family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the marine mammals in captivity and the wild.https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/university-archives-msu-authors/1491/thumbnail.jp
Blackward [book review]
No full textBlackward (2023) is a graphic novel which follows the story of 4 friends who are looking to build Black and queer community. They solicit help from their local bookseller to host a Black zine fair
Pangolins at Risk: Saving these Armored Animals
No full textPangolins have characteristics that protect them from predators, from their scaly skin to their ability to roll into a ball. But these armored mammals are endangered. Hunting, severe weather, and habitat loss are a few reasons pangolins are dying faster than they’re being born. Readers will learn why pangolins are at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/university-archives-msu-authors/1505/thumbnail.jp
100 Queer Films Since Stonewall
No full text100 Queer Films identifies 100 films that shaped the trajectory of queer cinema, connected with larger movements, and showcased the artistry of queer filmmaking. In addition to those films that already hold significant places in queer film canons, this volume examines often-overlooked titles. By highlighting hidden gems alongside well known classics, this book makes a valuable, accessible contribution to queer film studies.While queer films have existed since the beginning of cinema, this book focuses on films released after the Stonewall uprising in 1969. Stonewall is considered a turning point for queer politics and representation, and the 50 years since that event have generated an explosion of queer creativity.The book describes significant formal elements of each film and connects them to their interrelated contexts. By moving in chronological order, it introduces a contemporary history of queer film and provides an overview of major developments in LGBTQ communities, cultures, and politics. This volume presents a framework for understanding the value of queer film.https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/university-archives-msu-authors/1480/thumbnail.jp
What We Watch on Social Media Makes an Impact
No full textPrior research has demonstrated that certain social media content consumed can create unrealistic expectations of themselves; however, some hypothesize that social media provides empowering and supportive spaces. Unfortunately, many studies rely on cross-sectional data, limiting the ability to infer causality. This study looked at one of the most-used social media platforms by teens in the United States, TikTok. For this study, it was predicted that viewing “body check” videos would negatively affect body image. If significant, we could try and restrict those videos from being posted. The findings supported the hypothesis, but not significantly. However, there were quite a few limitations, with the number of participants being the main one. The participants were recruited college students