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Full-Text Articles in American Studies
Modern Transnational Yoga: A History Of Spiritual Commodification, Jon A. Brammer
Modern Transnational Yoga: A History Of Spiritual Commodification, Jon A. Brammer
Master of Arts in Religious Studies (M.A.R.S. Theses)
Yoga as both a physical activity and a spiritual practice has become an established part of Western culture. In recent years, the interest in postural forms of yoga and the philosophy from which they spring has developed into a multi-billion dollar industry; it has spawned volumes of popular histories and "how-to" books on the subject. However, scholars are only beginning to understand the true roots of modern transnational yoga (MTY) as it has developed in recent times. This thesis reviews the last two decades of scholarship in order to provide a credible explanation for MTY origins and argues that viewing …
The Hours – A Film To Enhance Teaching Psychology, Christina J. Taylor
The Hours – A Film To Enhance Teaching Psychology, Christina J. Taylor
Psychology Faculty Publications
Hollywood films provide a rich and engaging means for teaching students about psychological topics. The Hours is an especially noteworthy film because of the wide range of psychological issues touched upon, including mental illness, gender roles, families, chronic illness, bereavement, caregiving, sexuality, and sexual orientation. Analysis of the film in this paper provides instructors of courses in psychology, social work, nursing, medicine, women's studies, and related courses, with suggestions for how this compelling film can help students develop in their understanding of human psychology. Demonstrates the pedagogical value of using the feature film to learn about psychological topics, and its …
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 2, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 2, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie (CTIAHS)
No abstract provided.
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 4, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 4, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie (CTIAHS)
No abstract provided.
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 1, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 1, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie (CTIAHS)
No abstract provided.
Dreadful Sorry: Spots Of Passion And The Memory Of Being Human In Kaufman’S “Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind” And Pope’S ‘Eloisa To Abelard’, June-Ann Greeley
Dreadful Sorry: Spots Of Passion And The Memory Of Being Human In Kaufman’S “Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind” And Pope’S ‘Eloisa To Abelard’, June-Ann Greeley
Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies Faculty Publications
Memory is a journey of infinite possibility, a continuous passage through time and sense that offers each person an opportunity not merely to recall and to reflect on former occasions and previous experiences, but to reconsider and to reexamine the past as a guide, as instruction, for healthy individuation. Memory, then, can be understood to be the aggregate of experiential and emotional recollection that frames the essential ground in forming and realizing individual identity. Both Alexander Pope in his poem “Eloisa to Abelard” and Michel Gondry/Charlie Kaufman in the film “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” offer portraits of individuals …
Branding America: Patriotic Products And Consumerism After September 11th, Lori Bindig, M. Bosau
Branding America: Patriotic Products And Consumerism After September 11th, Lori Bindig, M. Bosau
Communication, Media & The Arts Faculty Publications
Post-9/11 culture provided an opportunity for companies to rebrand themselves and their products as American. In doing so, they supported the president’s directive to consume, gave Americans a concrete way to express their support for their country, and made a tidy profit in the process.
American Cars: Patriotic Consumption After September 11th, Lori Bindig, M. Bosau
American Cars: Patriotic Consumption After September 11th, Lori Bindig, M. Bosau
Communication, Media & The Arts Faculty Publications
Beginning September 20, 2001, the same day President Bush reiterated his call to participate in the U.S. economy, General Motors provided an outlet for patriotic consumption with a commercial announcing 0 percent financing on every new GM car and truck.
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 3, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie, Volume 22, Number 3, Connecticut Irish-American Historical Society
The Shanachie (CTIAHS)
No abstract provided.
Wolves And The Wolf Myth In American Literature, Cara Erdheim
Wolves And The Wolf Myth In American Literature, Cara Erdheim
English Faculty Publications
Book review by Cara Erdheim:
Robisch, S. K. Wolves and the Wolf Myth in American Literature. Reno, Nevada: Uniiversity of Nevada Press, 2009.