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Sexism In Unexpected Places: An Analysis Of Country Music Lyrics, Anna Rogers

Caravel Undergraduate Research Journal

This study aims to show that sexism exists in all facets of society by exposing its existence in the widely unexpected area of country music. Within sociology, much work has been done on sexism in the popular musical genres of rock and rap, but little attention has been given to country music. The focus of this study is an area of society where sexism is often thought to be less salient. In order to do this I will use a perspective developed from sociological perspectives on culture, gender, and music, and look at popular country songs for sexist lyrics. Using …

Where's The Love: Portrayals Of African American Romantic Relationships In Media, Christopher Johnson

Caravel Undergraduate Research Journal

In today’s world, the media is a pervasive and influential force that has a great impact on an individual’s thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Given this power, it can ingrain images in a person’s mind, that when not properly monitored, can cultivate “realities” that are nonexistent or slightly distorted. This study looks to understand heterosexual romantic relationship behavior in the African American sitcom “The Game” and the potential effects it could have on viewers. Employing a content analysis, interpersonal expressions were measured between characters in this television show that reinforce positive or negative relationship behavior. It was found that there were …

What In The Fukushima Should We Do? Analyzing The Costs Of The Fukushima Daiichi Disaster And Japan’S Reactions, Sara Deal, Mary Blair Dellinger

Caravel Undergraduate Research Journal

The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, which resulted from the Tōhoku earthquake and subsequent tsunami on 11 March 2011, has caused much debate about the future of the nuclear power industry.  Japan has shut down all of its 54 nuclear reactors and increased power production through fossil fuel plants to make up the difference (Foster 2012).  This paper analyzes Japan’s decision to shut down its nuclear reactors and investigates the environmental, economic, and health costs of this decision. Nuclear power is compared with other forms of power in regards to life cycle cost, land use, CO₂ emissions, and deaths on …

Learning Standards Developments, James Strickland, Christofer Johnson

Caravel Undergraduate Research Journal

Over the past two years, both the United States and United Kingdom have pursued radically different policy measures for eliminating educational performance disparities between traditionally high- and low-achieving student groups. In the US, such measures have consisted of recent changes to No Child Left Behind and the implementation of national learning standards. In the UK, measures have involved the establishment of new state-funded, non-profit “free schools” that are exempt from traditional state regulations. This paper examines and compares reforms in both countries. Whereas in both the US and UK educational jurisdiction appears to be increasingly concentrated within the national governments, …

Replacing Sugar With Artificial Sweeteners: Is The Replacement Of Sugar With Artificial Sweeteners An Effective Strategy For Weight Loss?, Maragret Mccoy

Caravel Undergraduate Research Journal

In America today there is great concern about obesity. In an attempt to balance a busy daily life with a healthy diet, consumers are now relying on artificial sweeteners to help them make a small step to a better lifestyle. With this notion in mind, there is the question of whether these artificial sweeteners are healthy. This paper discusses the effects of artificial sweeteners on weight and caloric compensation, and considers some hypotheses regarding the reasons for weight gain.

A review of literature led to the conclusion that artificial sweeteners can be 100-13,000 times sweeter than sucrose and that sucrose …

Maternal Depressive Symptoms Predicting Development Of Internalizing Behavior Problems In Boys With Fragile X Syndrome, Sara Deal, Mary Blair Dellinger

Caravel Undergraduate Research Journal

Individuals with fragile X syndrome (FXS) often exhibit increased internalizing problem behaviors that substantially impact functioning. Research suggests that maternal depressive symptoms can increase the development of internalizing problem behaviors in their children. The present study examined whether (1) maternal depressive symptoms related to the degree of internalizing behaviors exhibited in their sons with FXS, and (2) age as an influencing factor for the development of internalizing behaviors. Child internalizing behaviors were measured in 49 male children with FXS (range 1.08-5.75 yrs). Maternal depressive symptoms were measured in each of their mothers with the FMR1 premutation (range 20.55-40.74 yrs). Increased …

In Memory Of Dr. Carol Nibley Brooks, Robert Barnes Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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New Brand Family

Virginia Dental Journal

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What You Need To Know- From The March 2018 Virginia Board Of Dentistry Meeting, Ursula Klostermyer Dds, Phd

Virginia Dental Journal

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Social Media And Dentistry- Helpful Or Harmful?, Amanda Toulme Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Wise M.O.M. 2018- We've Moved, Barbara Rollins

Virginia Dental Journal

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Still On Tap Dentists Unite To Save Fluoridation In Spotsylvania, Frank Iuorno Jr., Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Notes From The Registration Desk, Sarah Mattes Marshall

Virginia Dental Journal

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2018 General Assembly Wrap Up, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

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The Value Of Ethics, A. Garrett Gouldin Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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2018 Vda Day On The Hill, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

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Lessons To Be Learned- One Vote Matters -Your Vote Matters, Bruce Hutchison Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Oral Cancer Has A New Risk Factor- Hpv, Tira Hanrahan Mph, Shillpa Naavaal Bds, Ms, Mph

Virginia Dental Journal

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Creating And Implementing A Social Media Process For Your Practice, Kelsey Leavey

Virginia Dental Journal

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Letter To The Editor Dogs In The Office, Henry M. Botuck Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Message From The Editor, Richard F. Roadcap Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Trustee's Corner, Kirk Norbo Dmd

Virginia Dental Journal

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President’S Message, Benita Miller Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Va Dent J April, May And June 2018

Virginia Dental Journal

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Sleep Apnea And The Dentist, Amanda Toulme Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

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Board Of Dentistry Report From June 8, 2018, Ursula Klostermyer Dds, Phd

Virginia Dental Journal

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Managing Your Online Presence, Kelsey Leavey

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Specialty Recognition Concerns Hit Virginia, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

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Vadpac Update, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Vda Members Represent - At The 2018 Ada Dentist And Student Lobby Day, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.