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Lakesha And Kushawn: A Cultural Linguistic Approach To Afro-American Onomastics, Clara J Senif
Lakesha And Kushawn: A Cultural Linguistic Approach To Afro-American Onomastics, Clara J Senif
UNLV Retrospective Theses & Dissertations
This thesis is a cultural linguistic study of Afro-American naming patterns from the 1960's through the present. I show that personal name choices are reflective of the cultural-historical influences present at the time that any given name choice is made. In the Afro-American community this influence is reflected in the manifestation of an entirely new pattern of names which are herein labeled as 'constructive'. Constructive names are formed by the use of one or more 'freefixes' and will be shown to be illustrative of the Afro-American desire for ethnic identity collectively and individually.
Loose Slots: Imaginations Of The American Demos, Jessica Frances Thomas
Loose Slots: Imaginations Of The American Demos, Jessica Frances Thomas
UNLV Retrospective Theses & Dissertations
Millions of Americans are subject to television programs about Las Vegas through shows such as CSI and Las Vegas, but there is little fictionalized writing done about this city, and only a small percentage of that takes place off the Strip. Since the publication of Hunter S. Thompson's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas , there has yet to another pop literary examination of Las Vegas as a cultural contributor to the American experience. Partially because of the fluid nature of the city, its ability to shape-shift within a decade, and partially because it is so difficult to avoid the …
Lead Contamination In Candies Imported From Latin America, Heather R Fels
Lead Contamination In Candies Imported From Latin America, Heather R Fels
UNLV Retrospective Theses & Dissertations
The problem of lead in candies imported from Latin America is an important health disparities issue as it particularly affects the health of children living in Latino Diasporas in the United States. Our research team at the University of Nevada Las Vegas was the first to employ the X-ray florescence (XRF) machine in the screening of candies for lead. The XRF is a novel instrument that can quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively test for lead contamination. Once contaminated candies were identified, an exhaustive review of applicable laws and polices that can be utilized in the regulation of imported toxic candies was …
The Struggle For Dignity: Mexican-Americans In The Pacific Northwest, 1900--2000, James Michael Slone
The Struggle For Dignity: Mexican-Americans In The Pacific Northwest, 1900--2000, James Michael Slone
UNLV Retrospective Theses & Dissertations
This thesis explores the struggle for political, social, and labor rights waged by the Mexican and Mexican-American people in the Pacific Northwest. Drawing on earlier histories, social studies, census materials, interviews and newspapers articles spanning the twentieth century, the paper locates the roots of the community in the early twentieth century and details the organizing activities of farm workers, the direct political action of students, and the efforts of the whole community to attain political representation, economic power, and some measure of hard earned dignity. This study is equal parts political history, social history, and labor history, ultimately indicting an …
An Exploration Of The Alienation Experienced By African American Parents From Their Child's Educational Environment, Regina R Brandon
An Exploration Of The Alienation Experienced By African American Parents From Their Child's Educational Environment, Regina R Brandon
UNLV Retrospective Theses & Dissertations
Current research suggests that parents are one of the key components to the school success of their children. The literature indicates that parent interest and involvement impacts education in the areas of: (a) quality of instruction received, (b) student respect for learning, and (c) student excellence in school. Involved parents simply make the educational system better. However, in today's world, parents often work long hours, have more than one job, and participate in multiple responsibilities that may limit their participation. Because of the variety of factors that impinge on parents, educators often criticize them for their non-participation or limited participation …