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The Echo: April 22, 2024, Taylor University

2023-2024 (Volume 111)

No abstract provided.

Comprehensive Guidance For The Prevention Of Periprosthetic Joint Infection After Total Joint Arthroplasty And Pitfalls In The Prevention, Javad Parvizi, Yonghan Cha, Emanuele Chisari, Kangbaek Kim, Kyung-Hoi Koo

Rothman Institute Papers

Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is a surgical procedure, in which parts of damaged joints are removed and replaced with a prosthesis. The main indication of TJA is osteoarthritis, and the volume of TJA is rising annually along with the increase of aged population. Hip and knee are the most common joints, in which TJAs are performed. The TJA prosthesis is composed of metal, plastic, or ceramic device. Even though TJA is the most successful treatment for end-stage osteoarthritis, it is associated with various complications, and periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is the most serious complication after TJA. With the increasing volume …

Sex, Consent, And Autonomy In Twilight And Vampire Academy, Sophia Carter

Online Theses and Dissertations

The thesis discusses how two popular young adult series, Twilight and Vampire Academy, use vampires to aid in conversations revolving around prevalent teenage issues such as sex, consent, and autonomy. Both series have romantic relationships at the forefront of their plot. By having the main characters of the books be in new relationships, the series can show the different trials and tribulations that go with being in a romance for the first time. Sex is a topic that gets brought up with both fictional couples and the two authors deal with it in separate ways. Bringing up sex in young …

Chimes: April 22, 2024, Calvin University

Chimes

Boer resignation fallout leaves students looking for answers by Savannah Shustack

Biology department oversees controlled burns on campus by Maya Oeverman

Pandemic continues to affect student performance by Nolan Cowan

Stepping into new roles: Tyler VerMerris and Ethan VanOrman on becoming leaders by Ashley Hamons

Bruce Dice Mineralogical Museum celebrates expanded meteorite exhibit by Liana Hirner

Michael VanWoerkom: Calvin grad, founder and CEO of aerospace company by Jacob Westra

Track and Field head coach prioritizes community building by Savannah Shustack

Return of spring arts festival increases student morale by Ethan Meyers

The Free Press Vol. 55, Issue 11, 04-22-2024, Dakota Eddy

Free Press, The

Letters from the Co=Editor's=in=Chief--Addressing Rape Culture on Campus--CultureFest--Games and Activities--Senior Recital--Huskies Sporting Events for the Rest of April

The Role Of Caloric Intake On Achilles Tendon Health In Pre-Professional Ballet Dancers, Annie G. Smedley

Theses and Dissertations

Background: Achilles tendinopathy is a common and debilitating condition among female ballet dancers due to the large repetitive loading forces placed on their Achilles tendons during rehearsals and performances. Tendon health problems in females are exacerbated by a lack of understanding about how energy availability influences tendons. Ballet dancers, as aesthetic athletes, are vulnerable to low energy availability and can enter a spectrum disorder, relative energy deficiency in sport, that consists of low energy availability (with or without disordered eating), menstrual cycle dysfunction, and low bone mineral density (BMD). Aims: 1) To investigate the relationship between insufficient caloric intake and …

Ensemble Concerts: Illinois State University Philharmonia Orchestra And String Project Sinfonia Orchestra, April 22, 2024, Glenn Block, Katherine Lewis, Useon Choi, Igor Kalnin, Jillian Kouzel

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
April 22, 2024
Monday Evening
7:30 p.m.

First Comes Love, Then Comes Disparage: How The Production Code Impacted Women’S Roles In Romantic Comedies, Emma Hoback

Honors Projects

Through the analysis of twelve films, I looked to see how the creation and dissolving of the Motion Picture Production Code impacted women’s representation on screen. I looked at six films from the pre-Code era of film (1930-1934) and six films from the newly defined post-Code period (1968-1972). In this paper, I break down the Production Code itself and conduct genre research. The romantic comedy sub-genre was selected for this project. The romantic comedy creates a space for women to have leading roles and have comedy make fun of or reinforce gendered stereotypes. This paper looks at how women went …

‘Faults To Make Us Men’: Shakespeare In The Prison System, Hannah Boyle

Honors Projects

This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the positive impact of Shakespeare in prison programs on incarcerated individuals, utilizing empirical data, anecdotal evidence, and scholarly insights. It underscores the educational benefits of engaging with literature and performance arts within prison settings, as well as the various social-emotional learning opportunities, especially the ability to reduce recidivism rates and enhance incarcerated individuals' quality of life.

Drawing on the experience and narrative of many practitioners of theatre in prison and Shakespeare in prisons programs, this paper works to show Shakespeare's unique capacity to connect incarcerated populations with those who have gone through the …

The Author And Apartheid: Building Pro-Blackness At Bgsu Through James Baldwin And The Anti-Apartheid Movement, Noah C. Fitch

Honors Projects

The stories of anti-apartheid and James Baldwin at BGSU provides a basis for a building of pro-Blackness in the on-campus community. Through the contextualization and narrative building through a historical sociological framework, these two events show the extent of activism in the 1970s and 1980s rather than the traditional narrative that is discussed. By expanding that narrative, it also expands the narrative surrounding the history not just of BGSU, but the way universities frame their own histories. Additionally, these events take place in the era when the transition from looking at Civil Rights to Human Rights is more prevalent and …

The Anatomical Embodiment Of Morning Routines In The Reduction Of Anxiety: An Intervention, Natalie Wright

Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses

The topic under investigation is whether physically embodying a morning routine that was designed through the lens of Laban Bartenieff Movement Analysis (LBMA) will reduce daily symptoms of individuals diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Since morning routines play a significant part in one’s preparation for the day, I created an individualized LBMA morning routine for a specific client to embody. In addition to the routine, the client documented the process of their anxiety levels on a weekly basis. This client was a white, female, 19-year-old, lesbian college student who was previously diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). The movement analysis …

Junior Recital: Milo Johnson, Trumpet; Joseph Johnson, Trumpet; Lu Witzig, Piano; April 21, 2024, Milo Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Lu Witzig

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
April 21, 2024
Sunday Evening
7:00 p.m.

The 15th Theatre: A Kentucky State Theatre Proposal, Holly N. Kissel

Undergraduate Theses

The 15th Theatre project proposes a strategic and programmatic plan for a Kentucky state theatre, driven by the mission to uphold Kentucky voices within a professional theatre. This proposed theatre company strives to become a quintessential meeting place for all Kentuckians to explore their history, create new Kentucky-based work, and represent the authentic experience of the diverse regions of the state, from the large population centers of Louisville to the mountainous Appalachia. Reflecting on the current struggles facing regional and professional theatre companies across the country in the post-pandemic entertainment economy, the strategic planning of this theatre outlines the necessity …

Hattie’S Echo!: A Dramaturgical Experiment Of Interdisciplinary Context In Theatre, Belle Frahm

Undergraduate Honors Theses

Written by fellow TMA student Charlotte Westover, Hattie’s Echo! explores the stories of two faithful families, one Mormon pioneer family and one modern family, both at intense turning points in their lives. These families deal with death, hunger, emotional abuse, and pornography addictions. This new musical featured sensitive religious, historical, and biographical topics. My work aimed to understand the most effective way to provide context to all stakeholders of the production (the design team, the actors, and the audience), in each of these topic areas. While a dramaturg’s work is often focused on engaging one of these member groups with …

Coming Out Of The Coffin: The History And Present Of Queerness In The Vampire Genre., Bailey Drummond

Honors Projects

This essay delves into the captivating and lasting influence of vampires on popular culture since their creation. The fascination with vampires can be traced back to literary works such as John Polidori's "The Vampyre" and Bram Stoker's classic "Dracula," which have served as foundations for vampire mythology across different media platforms. Despite the evolution of media and cultural contexts, certain themes surrounding vampires have persisted throughout history. Notably, vampires have been portrayed as symbols of sexuality and queerness, reflecting societal fears and desires from past eras to the present day. These themes have been critically analyzed and dissected in various …

Ensemble Concerts: Civic Chorale Spring Concert, April 20, 2024, Illinois State University School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
April 20, 2024
Saturday Evening
7:00 p.m.

Artsksu Presents: An Evening With Composer David Biedenbender

Bailey School of Music Concert Programs

featuring:

KSU Wind Symphony | Daniel Lee, Conductor

KSU Wind Ensemble | David Kehler, Conductor

Brandon Meeks, Guest Conductor

Audio Dramas As Self-Expression For Marginalized Identities, Athena Towne

Honors Projects

Fiction podcasts, also knows as Audio Dramas, often afford a level of creative freedom to potential creators that is not seen in other popular media. This is seen explicitly through the marginalized representation that popular works in the medium allow. This work seeks to explore why the medium allows for such stories to flourish, as well as how these stories are received. Then, to test this theory, this paper documents the process of creating an audio drama, from conception to completion.

Neo-Noir Investigations: The Art Of Directing And Writing An Interactive Experience, James Phillip Koehler Jr.

Honors Projects

This project intends to explore the process behind writing and directing for an interactive experience; video games, specifically. A team, including artists, programmers, and a musician, was organized to work toward the completion of a playable demo. Included in this project is a video of the playable demo, alongside various other completed materials that were unable to be included.

Frames, Fiends, Feelings And Family: Succession’S Affect And The Law School Classroom, Gillian Calder, Rebecca Johnson

DePaul Law Review

No abstract provided.

Coevolution Of Acoustical Physics And Compositional Practice, Aviana R. Smith

2024 Undergraduate Research Showcase

The mathematical and physical properties that exist within music have been a topic of interest for cultural and scientific development for centuries. Composers have sought to use cutting-edge technological advances in their works to better suit the moods of their audiences, and the development of acoustical physics has similarly impacted the use of sound within performance. In the decades preceding the world wars, there were significant improvements in acoustical physics that allowed recital halls to filter outside noise and allow for internal propagation. This progress, made possible through the discoveries of Wallace Sabine, revolutionized compositional practices, including those of avant-garde …

The Beacon, April 19, 2024, Beacon Staff

The Beacon, 2023-2024

Martha Fern Smith Rowenhorst; History behind Colenbrander Hall; Vampire Weekend's wistful new release; New "Ghostbusters" film leaves viewers dead; NW takes on Shakespheres "Hamlet"; Chapel worship music selections explained; More campus transitions come to NW; The legacy of Martha Fern Smith; Students prepare for cross cultural serving; Who were the Colenbranders?; Christians have no enemies; Sports consumption and love; Tennis and golf seasons coming to close; New raider award show to be on May 5; Caitlin Clark is a source of inspiration for campus; Celebrating Northwestern research;

Quality, Meaningful Educational Experiences: An Autobiographical Study Of Teaching And Learning Algebra 1, Marya Ray

Curriculum and Instruction (Ed.D.) Dissertations

This autobiographical study of teaching and learning Algebra 1 was developed to examine classroom experiences through the lens of the researcher and to explore the perceptions of teachers and students involved in the study. The goal was to identify the quality, meaningful educational experiences in the classroom which led to the development of algebraic thinking and self-efficacy among students who previously demonstrated a struggle to learn mathematics. The inspiration for this study was my personal experience as a student, as I also struggled to develop algebraic thinking as a high school student. The school district in which this study was …

The Representation Of Young Black Male Characters In 80s And 90s Sitcoms, Tavin M. Cochran

Honors College Theses

Sitcoms are a great formulaic art form. Characters being in ridiculous situations in front of a live studio audience to emphasize the complexities of life is an exciting way of storytelling. When I was younger, I noticed that I would relate to the main characters as if their flaws were my own. I enjoyed doing it. When I began relating to side characters as well, I understood the different roles in sitcoms. You will have a main character and a side character to compliment them. Seeing another young black male on television made me feel represented. Many shows have given …

Examining Populist Political Parties In The Baltic States, Lilly Thompson

Honors College Theses

Globally, populist political parties and leaders have been making gains over the last decade. Many of these populist leaders have been using their power to erode democratic institutions and public trust. While the Baltic states of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia have long distinguished themselves from the other post-communist countries of Eastern Europe, they are no exception to the populist trend. Under what conditions are populist political parties in the Baltic states successful? In this paper, I analyze the distinctive variables present that can explain the popularity of populism in all three states. I argue that there is a positive correlation …

Opera Performances Themed Around Suspense, Supernatural, Erin Garrett

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Opera Theatre's annual spring production aims to transport audiences to a ghostly world of psychological suspense.

Documentaries Created By Uab Media Studies Students To Premiere At The Mcwane Science Center Imax Theatre, April 24, Tehreem Khan

Browse All News

No abstract provided.

Noises Off (2024) | Program, Jacksonville State University

Department of Theatre & Film Performance Archive

Performed 19-22 April 2024; Michael Frayn's "Noises Off" is a British farce of theatrical accidents, from mishaps onstage and backstage to script and casting flaws, and even direction and management. The play was directed by Carolyn Conover. Grayson Singleton was stage manager and Semaje Newton and Skylee Vaughn were assistant stage managers. This item is contained within the Theatre & Film Production Archive.

Noises Off (2024) | Poster, Jacksonville State University

Department of Theatre & Film Performance Archive

Performed 19-22 April 2024; Michael Frayn's "Noises Off" is a British farce of theatrical accidents, from mishaps onstage and backstage to script and casting flaws, and even direction and management. The play was directed by Carolyn Conover. Grayson Singleton was stage manager and Semaje Newton and Skylee Vaughn were assistant stage managers. This item is contained within the Theatre & Film Production Archive.

Reclaiming Personal Privacy Rights Through The Freedom Of Intimate Association, Nancy C. Marcus

Seton Hall Law Review

No abstract provided.