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Mi Nueva Vida, Meg Ricamara

COD in Lingua

This composition is about how moving to the United States from a different country made me understand the importance of family, and how sacrifices are often necessary in order to have a better life.

La Injusta Asimilación De Kahlo, Jason H. Oh

COD in Lingua

The essay “La Injusta Asimilación de Kahlo” briefly overviews and analyzes the artwork Autorretrato en la frontera entre México y los Estados Unidos. This piece serves as a visual representation of the conflict between Kahlo's Mexican heritage and the influence of the United States on her identity. The artwork showcases various objects, symbols, and vivid depictions (e.g., the flag of the United States) of these clashing cultures. Kahlo utilizes these elements to express her struggles with assimilation. This process often compels individuals to adapt to the dominant culture, losing pieces of their ethnic identity in the process. It’s an indirect …

La Herida Que Cambió Mi Vida, Alexis Juveland

COD in Lingua

This composition describes an injury that changed the writer’s life. It goes in detail not only about how they became injured, but also the anxious anticipation that awaited them to receive a diagnosis. Little did they know that a medical worker would tell them something that would forever change their outlook on their injury and life in general.

La Comida Rápida Y La Destrucción De La Generación Futura, Alexis Juveland

COD in Lingua

The essay “La Injusta Asimilación de Kahlo” briefly overviews and analyzes the artwork Autorretrato en la frontera entre México y los Estados Unidos. This piece serves as a visual representation of the conflict between Kahlo's Mexican heritage and the influence of the United States on her identity. The artwork showcases various objects, symbols, and vivid depictions (e.g., the flag of the United States) of these clashing cultures. Kahlo utilizes these elements to express her struggles with assimilation. This process often compels individuals to adapt to the dominant culture, losing pieces of their ethnic identity in the process. It’s an indirect …

El Cambio Climático, Melissa Hinckley

COD in Lingua

In today’s world, climate change is alarming, and it is becoming increasingly so. This essay calls attention to the human habits that not only cause climate change but worsen it every day. The contents of this paper answer the simple question of “what are we doing wrong?” To explore this query, attention is drawn to human activities on a large scale, for example altering large portions of land that had previously been home to other life and overuse of harmful resources such as plastics. By understanding this, can see more clearly our role in the rise of global warming. The …

Internet Der Dinge, Reza Hatami

COD in Lingua

For my German essay, I chose to write about smart devices, also called the internet of things (IoT). Smart watches, smart TVs, smart plugs, smart lights, and other smart electronics are becoming increasingly hard to avoid as technology continues to advance exponentially. Having weighed the pros and cons of these devices, I wrote an essay mentioning the advantages and disadvantages. The use of smart devices can improve our lives and make them more convenient, but they come with several risks and downsides as well. There are several risks involved in this, including privacy concerns, security vulnerabilities, and potential health risks. …

Untitled, Sarah Grossman

COD in Lingua

The text reflects on the author's childhood ambitions, shifts to a nursing career, and recounts experiences in diverse healthcare roles over eight years. Despite an initial interest in becoming a doctor, the author chose nursing, navigating challenges in intensive care during the Covid pandemic. The narrative also highlights teaching, community service, and a commitment to palliative care, with future aspirations of working as a nurse practitioner in this field.

Abuela En La Ciudad, Sabina Emena

COD in Lingua

The book revolves around an elderly woman and her cat embarking on exciting adventures in the big city. Join them as they navigate through various experiences, creating a heartwarming tale of companionship and exploration.

María Magdalena Campos-Pons – Una Artista Sabia Y Extraordinaria, Karen Brooker

COD in Lingua

María Magdalena Campos-Pons is an Afro-Cuban multidisciplinary artist with a unique and provocative style that makes use of a variety of materials. The human form is a recurring theme appearing in her work. Campos-Pons' art is displayed in museums worldwide. The artist was recognized as one of 2023's MacArthur Fellows in recognition of her body of work. This essay provides some general information about Campos-Pons' life and art, introducing the reader to Campos-Pons' three-panel self-portrait, Secrets of the Magnolia Tree, as an example of the artist's use of art to elevate the nobility, strength, and caring nature of women - …

How Technology Is Exacerbating The Mental Health Epidemic, Dhruv Schultz

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

Every year, technology of all mediums seems to make its way further into our lives. Offering unparalleled value in the workplace and classroom, as well as entertainment in our personal lives, it’s no wonder the world is becoming digital. However, this rapid digitalization may come at a hefty price. As technology becomes more integrated into daily life, mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and addiction are on the rise. This research paper aims to explore the correlations between technology use and mental health, asking the question: to what extent is excessive technology use contributing to the mental health crisis? …

Lingua Mortium: The Case For Classical Language Studies, Kadee Swanson

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

In recent decades, the world has seen an overall decrease in participation and programs for Latin and ancient Greek language studies in favor of modern languages with more of a “practical” application. This essay means to assert the continued relevance of classical language studies whilst simultaneously acknowledging and exploring the socio-economic barriers facing potential learners. The prevalence of Latin and ancient Greek in English and other Romance languages and the academic advantage associated with learning the languages makes an argument for their modern purpose. However, issues of classism and elitism are intertwined with the learning of classical languages in academia. …

The Efficacy Of A Carbon Tax In Modern-Day America, Paige Adkins

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

Exploring how effective a carbon tax in the United States would be when considering the social, economic, and political factors its legislation would harbor. Delving into five articles and data analysis through a lens of critical thinking, the bias in studies conducted about the tax is examined, and further external implementation factors are considered. Flaws in scientific reasoning and inconsistencies among sources are discussed, and taken into consideration when determining a carbon tax’s efficacy. Driven by logic, these sources are put under the microscope to ultimately determine how beneficial a carbon tax would be without skewed opinions shaping its conclusion. …

Elizabeth I: The Queen With The Heart Of A King, Lloyd Guirola

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

I am writing a historical paper on Queen Elizabeth I for the symposium program; in my paper, I will discuss why Queen Elizabeth I was the greatest monarch in English history. In the paper, I am discussing why Queen Elizabeth I was the greatest English monarch based on various topics such as her resilience, dedication to the people and her kingdom, intelligence, foresight, and of course, her overall bravery. I will discuss various points where these topics can be seen and identified in her life. Faculty Sponsor: Professor Maria Ritzema

The Connection Between An Immoral Artist And Their Work, Emily Barbosa

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

Art holds significant value in our lives as it expresses emotions, serves as means of communication, and presents diverse perspectives. How ever, the appreciation for art may diminish if the artist is perceived as immoral or unethical. Various philosophical, moral, and literary perspectives are employed to examine whether or not it is possible to separate an artist from their work.

Faculty Sponsor: Professor Kelly Kristof

Celebration Of Writing, John Ogan

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

For my project in Honors English Composition II, I researched, designed, and presented a program about the human invention of writing to an English as a Second Language class. My presentation focused on the moment of transition from Sumerian clay envelopes and tokens to cuneiform tablets. The historical portion was presented in slideshow format, and then we created clay envelopes together. Instead of placing tokens inside, each participant wrote a message to themselves on a piece of pa per and sealed them inside. The recreations serve as a source of inspiration and a reminder of the unique human achievement of …

Mi Collar Favorito, Alexandria Schweikle

COD in Lingua

This composition is about a treasured necklace. In addition to a vivid description of this beautiful item, the writer emphasizes its sentimental importance.

Online Sein, Nikolina Savcic

COD in Lingua

We can use the internet in so many different ways. We use it to help us with homework, for entertainment, reading the news, communicating and satisfying our curiosities. Even though the internet may have its advantages it also has its disadvantages. We spend a lot of our time online. We are aware of the harms, but yet we still use it so often anyway. It’s not something we can avoid because wherever we look, the influence of the internet is there. Many of us are having more social interactions through a screen, comparing ourselves to others on social media and …

Second-Hand Kleidung Für Die Umwelt, Ariel Russell

COD in Lingua

Fast-fashion brands are taking over the clothing market with their highly affordable and trendy products. A constant supply of new items is being produced to satisfy the demands of trends and micro-trends worldwide. Although these practices are convenient for the consumer, they adversely affect the environment. The large number of products being produced for short-term trends results in an abundance of discarded clothing and accessories in landfills. One can effectively offset the amount of excess by thrifting items of clothing rather than buying them new. Thrifting refers to the act of purchasing previously owned or donated goods, typically at resale …

El Internet Y La Sociedad, Brian Carrillo

COD in Lingua

This piece weighs the advantages and disadvantages of the internet’s role in society, paying special attention to the psychological effects of increased social media use.

Medizinische Forschung Und Wissenschaftlicher Fortschritt In Deutschland, Reagan Briere

COD in Lingua

In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, a renewed global focus on standards of public health and biomedical research has laid bare problems of critical importance: how can governments best support their research infrastructure, and to what extent is international cooperation crucial to these systems? This essay explores the above questions by positing the German state as a case study for examining the interrelationships among scientific innovation, public health, and government intervention. The extent of this intervention is analyzed with the aid of data regarding German federal expenditures on research and development, as well as an overview of major public …

Erlebnis Mit Neuen Herausforderungen, Abdullah Syed Muhammad Ausaf

COD in Lingua

This composition is about studying at a university in Germany. The author describes the challenges he had to overcome in order to be a successful university student in a foreign country.

Stories Of Teaching On A Conceal And Carry Stage: A Dramaturgical Narrative Inquiry, Christopher J. Miller

Speech Communication Faculty Scholarship

The story of a mass shooting occurring on the place of school seems to be a common one in the contemporary American cultural narrative. One of the more controversial solutions offered within this narrative is allowing citizens to protect themselves through the practice of conceal and carry. The practice of legally allowing individuals to conceal and carry a firearm while at the place of school and in the place of class is at the cornerstone of this research inquiry. This qualitative research study employs a dramaturgical narrative approach to explore the daily lives of full-time community college faculty members. In …

Heidegger On The “Futural” Poet Rilke Poetizing The Essential Truth Of Being?, James Magrini

Philosophy Scholarship

This essay poses and responds uniquely to the following crucial questions: Does Rilke’s poetry poetize the event of Being for Dasein? Does Rilke indicate that the human being can yet achieve such a mode of “historical” existence in relation to the Earth or the holy? Heidegger responds to the first query in the affirmative; Rilke does poetize this event, albeit through a “tempered” and somewhat traditional view of Western metaphysics. To the second query, it appears that Heidegger responds in a slightly cryptic and ambiguous manner, and to clarify this response, I turn to Heidegger’s interpretation of Rilke’s “Angel” as …

La Comunicación Transcultural De Los Estados Unidos, Aleena Warner

COD in Lingua

Title in English- Transcultural Communication in the United States

Abstract in English- Home to hundreds of traditions and languages, the United States has a unique opportunity to actively engage in a cross-cultural community. Participation in this community allows one to understand the diversities and similarities between customs and traditions. Once immersed into this diverse society, one can navigate between cultures and gain multicultural competence.

El Impacto Del Covid-19 En Los Estados Unidos, Alexandria R. Schweikle

COD in Lingua

The virus that appeared in 2020 has created countless changes for people around the world. Many of the things that once seemed normal are now prohibited, and people's lifestyles have been altered dramatically. This expository paper focuses on the situation in the United States by exploring three areas in which the effects of COVID-19 have been particularly grave: the economy, socio-economic disparities, and politics.

Stell Dir Vor, Du Müsstest Eine Woche Ohne Internet Leben. Was Wären Die Herausforderungen? Was Würdest Du Vermissen? Was Würdest Du Gewinnen?, Aistis Sadausk

COD in Lingua

Obtaining a college degree from a foreign university is the dream of many young adults. Studying abroad could be challenging at times; however, it is associated with numerous benefits. This essay explores the possibility of studying in a foreign country. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of obtaining a college degree from a foreign university.

Wollen Sie Im Ausland Studieren? Welche Vorteile Hat Ein Studium Im Ausland? Welche Nachteile Sind Dabei?, Aistis Sadausk

COD in Lingua

Obtaining a college degree from a foreign university is the dream of many young adults. Studying abroad could be challenging at times; however, it is associated with numerous benefits. This essay explores the possibility of studying in a foreign country. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of obtaining a college degree from a foreign university.

Studium Im Ausland, Lara Echten

COD in Lingua

Obtaining a college degree from an US university is the dream of many European students. This paper explores the challenges and benefits associated with a potential course of study in some of the leading universities in the USA. The author describes the difficulties she endured, and the advantages an international education would provide to her.

Las Mejores Vacaciones De Mi Vida, Brian Carrillo

COD in Lingua

This piece is about the writer's trip to Mexico to visit family members, many of whom he would meet for the first time. He describes his hesitation prior to the journey, when questions such as whether his family members would like him or if they would think he is very Americanized filled him with apprehension. However, these anxieties dissipate upon his arrival to Mexico, especially after he meets one of his cousins, with whom he forms a deep bond.

When The Legend Becomes Fact, Print The Legend, Michael Farinelli

COD Library Student Research and Award Symposium

For this paper, I talked about how directors John Ford and Howard Hawks impacted the acting career of legendary actor John Wayne. I discuss how Wayne rose to prominence in Ford's film Stagecoach in 1939, but how Hawks was the one to take his acting to another level by giving his characters more depth. Ford and Hawks essentially "talked" amongst each other through Wayne and made him into this greater idea with their westerns.

Faculty Sponsor: Brian Brems