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Journal of Undergraduate Research at Minnesota State University, Mankato
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A Culture Of Memorialization: Examining Public Grief Through Funeral Programs, Bethany R. Rykhus
A Culture Of Memorialization: Examining Public Grief Through Funeral Programs, Bethany R. Rykhus
Journal of Undergraduate Research at Minnesota State University, Mankato
Grief can be expressed in a vast number of ways, each unique to the person experiencing it. But are there wider trends in the manner in which this grief is displayed publicly? This research examines a collection of Christian funeral programs in Blue Earth County spanning the 1960s to the 2010s. By examining the linguistic and symbolic features of these programs, commonalities in the imagery, bible verses, poetry, or other tributes to the deceased are identified and analyzed across several factors including specific genders, ages, and time periods. This examination reflects a larger culture of memorialization amongst local Christian mourners …
Msu-M Social Work Students' Perceptions Of Sexual Assault Reporting, Elizabeth M. Guss
Msu-M Social Work Students' Perceptions Of Sexual Assault Reporting, Elizabeth M. Guss
Journal of Undergraduate Research at Minnesota State University, Mankato
Prior research on sexual assault reporting has identified several barriers to reporting, such as rape myths, negative perceptions about how the report will be handled, and misinformation about reporting rights. Due to these barriers, many cases of sexual assault go unreported. By increasing education about sexual assault policies and access to resources, it is hoped that college campuses can become safer for all students. Data for this study was gathered through an online, anonymous survey which contained twelve questions- six about reporting perceptions and knowledge, and six about socio-demographic information. The survey was sent to an intro-level Social Work class …