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The History Of The Stream Preservation Movement In Arkansas, Rex Moreland Terry

Honors Theses

The history of Arkansas' Stream Preservation movement is not a long one, because only in the recent past have Arkansans taken a serious look at the long term effects of such things as damming streams and clearing land.

The core of the movement for stream preservation centers around the Buffalo River, in the Northwest Arkansas Ozarks. Because of this, the bulk of this paper will be devoted to the Buffalo.

A Review Of "Oral Interpretation Of Biblical Literature" By Chloe Armstrong, Rita Lewis

Honors Theses

Members of today's society, upon hearing the word Bible, immediately associated it with the Christian religion as its guide book, its creed, and its collection of doctrinal material. The term Bible is synonymous with the Holy Scriptures and the Word of God. In short, people of our culture, whether they themselves are Christians, view the Bible as a symbol of Christianity and its sole source of religious dogma.

However, besides its religious worth, the Bible also is universally considered an unrivaled compilation of timeless literature. Many scholars have attested to this fact, including Frederic Kenyon, who stated, "Apart from …

The Futility Of War: As Described In Five Modern Novels, Larry Latham

Honors Theses

The problem of war has perplexed men's minds since the beginnings of civilization. The general consensus today is that war is a method used by a nation to retain its rights and interests. However, several books have appeared that offer different views of the subject of war. This paper is concerned with five such "anti-war" books.

The U.S. Policy In Vietnam, As It Relates To The Geneva And S.E.A.T.O. Agreements, Bobby Shepherd

Honors Theses

Few chapters in American history have been filled with more importance and had more impact upon this nation politically, socially and morally than has the era of active involvement in the land war in Vietnam, during the mid 1960's. The war has taken almost 50,000 American lives, has contributed directly to the political end of one American President and had plunged the United States into an ordeal of examination and internal turmoil rarely seen in U.S. history.

As great as the impact of this war has been, it is remarkable that little is recalled by American citizens or acknowledged by …

Reviews And Criticisms, Bernie Hargis

Honors Theses

For my Special Studies Project this semester, I wrote a selection of motion picture reviews for various editions of Ouachita's Signal. This required me to see at least two films each week and to write the subsequent criticisms. Invariabl¥ I had to go out of town to see the necessary films. Since I shared the job of columnist with Joe Kirby, I wrote a review only every other week, for a total of seven articles. This project will be worth one hour's credit in drama.

The Organized Church: An Analysis, John Mark Pillow

Honors Theses

This paper is a survey and analysis of a survey which was conducted on the campus of Ouachita Baptist University. It was given to fifty college-age males chosen at random. The statements in the survey were taken from The Measurement of Attitude by Thurstone and Chave, University of Chicago Press.

The Use Of Color, Lois Kirkpatrick

Honors Theses

With receding colors or appropriate contrasts, the apparent size of a room can be markedly increased. Ceilings can be made to seem higher or lower with a coat of paint. Where there is no sunlight, its effects can be simulated with yellow walls, and excessive brightness or glare can be reduced with cool, darkish surfaces.

Quatre Oeuvres De Jean-Paul Sartre, Judy Grider

Honors Theses

Four works of Jean-Paul Sartre are summarized and discussed in French.

A Personal Analysis Of The Individual Christian Today, Randy Maxwell

Honors Theses

No abstract provided.

Music In Therapy For The Mentally Retarded, Gay Gladden

Honors Theses

Music is an essential and necessary function of man. It influences his behavior and has done so for thousands of years. Music is unique and powerful in its influence on man. Music can benefit handicapped and ill persons by helping them to change their behavior. At times, music itself elicits this behavior change, but most often it is the direct or indirect persuasion of the therapist. "By means of music and persuasion, the ultimate goal-to bring about desirable changes in behavior-it attempted."

Romanticism, Janice Wilson

Honors Theses

Romanticism actually blossomed out in the beginning of the nineteenth century. The term romantic was first used by Fridrich Schlegel to identify the new mental revolution that was taking place all over the world. This new movement was not concerned with just one phase of living such as politics, but everything from literature, music, and art, to science. The Romantics were not content with the existing sciences, but turned their avid minds to new, intriguing fields of knowledge. The Age of Enlightenment had set the stage for the idealistic Romantics.

It is the purpose of this paper to explore the …

The Jesus Revolution: New Rebel Cry, Kathy Bittle

Honors Theses

No abstract provided.

A Project In Ceramics, Sherry Gail Reynolds

Honors Theses

The objective of this study was to experiment with a new media of art. The probable success or failure of the project was equal from the start, never having worked in the media of clay sculpture. It was a journey of exploration, mistakes, discovery, but most of all satisfaction. In art, it isn't entirely necessary to be able to paint like da Vinci. The only requirements are to be willing to relax and let yourself show through in the work--painting, drawing, sculpting. The finished product may not even be recognizable... but it is yours.

Through art, I have learned patience. …

Music Scores Of John Bull And William Byrde Arranged By Connie Bowie, Connie Bowie

Honors Theses

These are two arrangements for bells. First for "Courante Jewel" by John Bull, and the second for "The Carman's Whistle" by William Byrde.

Forces Influencing The Art Of Vincent Van Gogh, Judee Thompson Royston

Honors Theses

The violence and brilliance of the canvases of Vincent van Gogh remain as mute reminders of a short and tragic life. A misfit in a world that could not appreciate his genius until after his death, Van Gogh lived passionately and impulsively, reaching out for vague, unattainable goals and trusting his innermost thoughts to strangers. Suffering rejection and indifference from those around him, he stands today as the archetype of the neglected genius.

Early English Theatres, Leta Strother

Honors Theses

During the reign of Queen Elizabeth, sport and amusement became increasingly popular to everyone. Even the poor were enthusiastic and interested in drama. Although different forms of plays like the miracle and morality had existed for many years, the drama had finally outgrown the inn-yard and wagon stages. Therefore, a new place was necessary for the presentation of plays. These 'new places' were called theatres.

There were three kinds of theatres in Queen Elizabeth's time. They were the public theatres, the private theatres, and the court theatre.

Make-Up For The Stage, Michael Tinsley

Honors Theses

Experience never ceases to be the best method of instruction. It is for this reason that I decided to pursue my as my special study in make-up for the stage, the chairmanship of the make-up design for Ouachita Theater's fall production.

Aesthetics, S. Zane Wison

Honors Theses

This paper discusses the definition of aesthetics.

Design And The Woman, Sharon Kluck

Honors Theses

Woman is a unique and almost mystic creature. Her role in society is limited only by her dreams and desires. One important aim in a woman's life is to appear her best at all times. By careful selection and a proper foundation in the art of clothing, she is well on her way to accomplishing her goal. With a thorough knowledge of her own physical characteristics and a few basics in the fundamental elements of design, the lady may be creative in applying these guides to her own needs. Each piece of clothing can be a delightful reflection of her …

Some Personalities And Conventions Of The Elizabethan Theatre, Leella Ratcliff

Honors Theses

The most outstanding era of dramatic development was the Elizabethan Age which took its name from Queen Elizabeth, the reigning monarch at the time. Her "Age" is one of heroic achievements in the history of the English-speaking peoples, and in literature, no other period has been more brilliant. Not only was Queen Elizabeth one of the most popular rulers England ever had, but her cities and streets provided excellent sources of literature for the English dramatists. This was especially true of London which was considered the heart of England by those in the theatres of that day.

When William Shakespeare …

The Keyboard Suites Of Johann Sebastian Bach, Karen Shank

Honors Theses

The suite developed over a period of years in several European countries. At first suites were simply collections of songs performed together. The form gradually stabilized to contain the specific dances now included, although the order of the dances varied. The dance forms used came from such countries as England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain. composers in France and Italy had written suites before Bach did, but he perfected the form. In all, Bach wrote thirteen suites for the harpsichord: six French Suites, six English Suites, six Partitas, and the Overture in the French Manner.

The suite is a musical …

Europe: An Honors Special Studies, Donna Pike

Honors Theses

The main purpose in doing this special studies was to become a little more familiar with historical events which took place in countries in Europe, bur more than that, to know historical backgrounds of cities, places, and other things of interest that can be visited while in Europe [including Lisbon, Madrid, and Barcelona in Spain; Monaco; Milan and Florence in Italy; Bonn in Germany; and Versailles in France].