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Altrusim, Fact Or Fiction?: An Exploration Of Altruism And Egoism In The Context Of Religion And Service Learning, Sarah Pawlicki Jan 2015

Altrusim, Fact Or Fiction?: An Exploration Of Altruism And Egoism In The Context Of Religion And Service Learning, Sarah Pawlicki

A with Honors Projects

This research paper questions the existence of true altruism, by discussing social psychological, philosophical, and theological theories regarding altruism and egoism. The author then discusses her findings in the context of two service learning projects which involved volunteering at the Champaign County Humane Society and Salt and Light, A Christian ministry that provides job counseling, computer access, a thrift and food store. She concludes that, rather than questioning the existence of true altruism exists, the focus should be on doing good for others, regardless of motives.


Arthur: Where Did He Go?, Siddarth Palaniappan Jan 2015

Arthur: Where Did He Go?, Siddarth Palaniappan

A with Honors Projects

This essay discusses the historical and mythological origins of King Arthur. Concludes that, while there is enough evidence to identify individuals in history that correlate with the legend of Arthur, a preference toward romanticized Aurthurian tales was created through repeated use in both Christian institutions and British politics to promote financial and political agendas.


An Examination Of Music's Effects On Athletic Performance, Patrick Ford Jan 2014

An Examination Of Music's Effects On Athletic Performance, Patrick Ford

A with Honors Projects

This paper is an investigation of how music can impact athletic performance and the biological pathways that it acts through.


Sylvia Plath: A Diagnosis, Ashley-Tate Hollis Jan 2013

Sylvia Plath: A Diagnosis, Ashley-Tate Hollis

A with Honors Projects

Using Sylvia Plath's novel, The Bell Jar, student applies the DSM-IV-TR to provide a diagnosis.


Understanding Garcia Marquez's One Hundred Years Of Solitude: An Analysis With A Lens For History And Anthropology, John D. Norcross Jan 2013

Understanding Garcia Marquez's One Hundred Years Of Solitude: An Analysis With A Lens For History And Anthropology, John D. Norcross

A with Honors Projects

One Hundred Years of Solitude is a work of fiction, but the
happenings of this novel directly parallel the regional history of the
Caribbean coast of Colombia along with its interactions with Bogotá (the
capitol of Colombia) and the surrounding nation. In an area of the world
where any post-colonial history is remarkably fluid and an accurate precolonial
history is almost non-existent, Garcia Marquez’s account of
historical happenings within the realm of fiction is remarkably
significant.


Ethnography On The Pottery Place, Ciara Reilly Jan 2012

Ethnography On The Pottery Place, Ciara Reilly

A with Honors Projects

This project outlines my observations made while working at the Pottery Place, specifically about older customers.


The Counterculture Movement, Hannah Fink Jan 2012

The Counterculture Movement, Hannah Fink

A with Honors Projects

This project includes a paper of counterculture and a concert poster from the 1960's.


A Threat From The South: Venezuela's Hugo Chavez, Rebecca Davis Jan 2011

A Threat From The South: Venezuela's Hugo Chavez, Rebecca Davis

A with Honors Projects

A paper on Hugo Chavez and his politics.


A Tour Of Paris, Jennifer Ivy Jan 2011

A Tour Of Paris, Jennifer Ivy

A with Honors Projects

A paper in French about the culture and famous sites of Paris.