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Personalization, Territory, And The Refugee Housing Crisis, Emmalie Grace Hall-Skank
Personalization, Territory, And The Refugee Housing Crisis, Emmalie Grace Hall-Skank
ASA Multidisciplinary Research Symposium
This poster will present preliminary evidence of the need for facilitating greater ease and/or ability with respect to personalization activities in migrant and refugee housing and suggest opportunities for design intervention. Connections will be made to territoriality and how humans claim space by means of visual cues.
A Nation Within A Nation: Tolerance Within The Dutch Identity, Madlyn Kaufman
A Nation Within A Nation: Tolerance Within The Dutch Identity, Madlyn Kaufman
Georgia College Student Research Events
When looking at a country like the Netherlands there is one characteristic that sets it apart from all other countries of Europe. The extent in which tolerance is displayed, or lack thereof, has shaped its history and people within ways that shows a unique identity. This oral presentation will take an in depth look at the kinds of tolerance being practiced within the Netherlands focusing on the Jewish population from the 17th century to World War II. The research that was conducted for this presentation is a method that incorporates at home study of the 17th Century Dutch Jews and …
Increasing Retention Rates For South Hall Residency, Cody Johnson, Catherine Rivette
Increasing Retention Rates For South Hall Residency, Cody Johnson, Catherine Rivette
School of Human Sciences Research Showcase
Stephen F. Austin State University's Residence Life Department aims to improve resident retention in South Hall through renovation and interior design. By improving the spaces meant for student use, we hope to increase the involvement and comfort of the residents. The existing structure was not designed for today's amenities and accessibility standards. By enlarging doorways, adding an elevator, and de-compartmentalizing the community spaces, the building becomes much more accessible to people with disabilities. These open spaces also fit into the contemporary styles of living and promote interaction between the residents and other occupants.