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An Evolution Of Effectiveness Of Drug Courts, Sean Pinney Apr 2021

An Evolution Of Effectiveness Of Drug Courts, Sean Pinney

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

The objective of this research is to examine the effectiveness of Drug Courts and what makes the courts more effective than the traditional probation process. A systematic review of studies conducted to assess the impact of drug courts on stated outcomes indicates that the policy is an effectives means of reducing negative outcomes between drug courts and drug offenders. In addition, this policy reduces the incarceration number of inmates due to the rehabilitation style treatment that the offenders receive.


Disney Princesses And Gender Expectations, Miranda Carter Apr 2021

Disney Princesses And Gender Expectations, Miranda Carter

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

My research aims to show the older generation of Disney princesses' problems and how they are changing the narrative to give girls more agency. In some research, I have learned that 'Disney Princesses represent salient, powerful, attractive characters who tend to be portrayed as conforming to gender stereotypes and are rewarded for their gendered behavior' (Coyner, para9). Most girls identify with older princesses like Snow White or Cinderella than newer ones who give women more agency. I believe this is a topic that needs to be discussed more because it significantly affects girls and their identities. It is something that …


Heavy Metal, Moral Panic, And Residing Stigma, Frank Knott Iv Apr 2021

Heavy Metal, Moral Panic, And Residing Stigma, Frank Knott Iv

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

Since its origins of the 1970s up to the present, the musical themes of Heavy Metal along with the associated subcultures have been the prey of various moral ideologies, particularly of a conservative matter. Moral panics have ensued in the past over various qualities of the genre, and there is still residual stigma to be found today, much of which is based upon misperceptions of cause and effect.


American Societies Impact On American Deaf Culture, Kellie Lofquist Apr 2021

American Societies Impact On American Deaf Culture, Kellie Lofquist

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

A brief summary of where Deaf Culture is affected by the hearing American culture.


Are School Lunches Actually Healthy?, Jenna Cedor Apr 2021

Are School Lunches Actually Healthy?, Jenna Cedor

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

For my research project I chose to examine whether school lunches are actually as healthy as they come out to be, and I will briefly look at why some frown upon them. While some individuals frown upon school lunches, if they are able to be served, they have to meet the requirements and standards that are in place. I want to be able to confidently tell those who are concerned that they can let their children eat the lunches that their schools provide them and not have a choice but to only eat a packed lunch. I also think some …


Food Deserts And Their Contributions To Health Inequities, Ieuan Phillips Apr 2021

Food Deserts And Their Contributions To Health Inequities, Ieuan Phillips

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

My goal for this Research Paper is to learn more about the connection between food deserts and health inequities, meaning why are there such inequities and what are the barriers to food companies for not building stores in certain neighborhoods.


"You Da Man":Performing Masculinity In Disney's Mulan, Katie Kline Apr 2019

"You Da Man":Performing Masculinity In Disney's Mulan, Katie Kline

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

My project investigates how Mulan's performance of masculinity is rooted not only in appearance but in the embodiment of premodern Chinese virtues. Mulan's successful performance of masculinity challenges static gender binaries and the concept of gender being rooted in appearance.


From Desire To Obsession: Gender And Bodies In The Netflix Series "You", Morgan Bates Apr 2019

From Desire To Obsession: Gender And Bodies In The Netflix Series "You", Morgan Bates

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

A personal interpretation of the themes of stalking in the Netflix series "YOU", exhibiting the relationship between stalking, gender, and bodies.


Care, No Matter What: Planned Parenthood's Use Of Organizational Rhetoric To Expand Its Reputation, Karyn Keane Apr 2019

Care, No Matter What: Planned Parenthood's Use Of Organizational Rhetoric To Expand Its Reputation, Karyn Keane

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

This paper analyzes uses of organizational rhetoric on Planned Parenthood's website to market itself as a provider of holistic healthcare rather than just an abortion provider.


Debating Immigration: Political Tropes In The Echo Chamber Of Social Media, Chaniece Williams Apr 2019

Debating Immigration: Political Tropes In The Echo Chamber Of Social Media, Chaniece Williams

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

Analyzing the statements made by our Political Leaders President Obama and President Trump. President Obama embracing inclusivity towards immigrants, while President Trump embraces exclusivity towards immigrants.


Monsters, Marines, And Feminism In The 1980s: A Look At Ellen Ripley From Aliens, Summer Reardon Apr 2019

Monsters, Marines, And Feminism In The 1980s: A Look At Ellen Ripley From Aliens, Summer Reardon

Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry

The battle between Ripley and the alien mother symbolizes how women of the 1980s were grappling with their changing roles of motherhood brought about in part by their increased power over their own reproductive health, as well as broadening career options for women. During this time, more women began to take on non-traditional gender roles in the workplace, the family, and in society. Ripley's character reflects this the growing wave of feminism, and presaged a more assertive and adaptable woman, while still demonstrating devotion to her adoptive offspring.