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The Ensemble Code As A Constructed Working Memory, Jacob Zepp Nov 2024

The Ensemble Code As A Constructed Working Memory, Jacob Zepp

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

This dissertation formalizes and refines a new theory of ensemble coding: the Non-Selective Transfer Model. Within this theory, ensemble codes and subsequent summary judgments are the result of representations constructed over a subset of information that is encoded into working memory. The work begins with a brief review of current ideas present within the ensemble coding literature, followed by a set of formalized descriptions of ensemble coding theories that have been proposed. A discussion of relevant theories present in the working memory literature is also provided to motivate the structure of the subsequent model. The Non-Selective Transfer Model 2 is …


“You Could Have Did Us Better Than This”: Reparative Housing Policies And The Struggle To Right Harms To Black Communities, Amie Thurber, Lisa K. Bates, Susan Halverson, Keisha Muia Nov 2024

“You Could Have Did Us Better Than This”: Reparative Housing Policies And The Struggle To Right Harms To Black Communities, Amie Thurber, Lisa K. Bates, Susan Halverson, Keisha Muia

School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper contributes to the burgeoning literature related to reparative planning, with an emphasis on housing policy. After exploring the state of theorizing related to reparative planning, this paper describes its three central dimensions: public recognition, material redistribution, and social/spatial transformation. The authors use these dimensions to evaluate a housing policy designed to repair harms to Black residents in Portland, Oregon. This in-depth analysis draws on survey, interview, and focus group data to explore the degree to which residents’ experiences of the policy reflect these three dimensions. The paper concludes with implications for other municipalities considering reparative housing policies, namely …


Professional Development For Library Interns: Creation Of A Guide And Program, Rebecca Hedreen, Jessica Bernier, Alexis Haakonsen, Jennifer Mottolese, Ariss Tiu Nov 2024

Professional Development For Library Interns: Creation Of A Guide And Program, Rebecca Hedreen, Jessica Bernier, Alexis Haakonsen, Jennifer Mottolese, Ariss Tiu

Journal of Graduate Librarianship

Seeing a need for more structured mentorship in library professional development, an internship supervisor created a reading guide for her interns at a mid-sized public university. The librarian and the first four interns who used the guide as part of their internship describe their experiences with this new reading program. Besides enabling the discovery of interesting articles and videos, we hope that the focus on professional development will encourage internship supervisors to include explicit mentorship in professional development and encourage interns to ask for more support in developing this crucial practice.


Amplifying The Coloring Art Of A Friend With Alzheimer’S Disease Through Collaboration, Liz Langdon Nov 2024

Amplifying The Coloring Art Of A Friend With Alzheimer’S Disease Through Collaboration, Liz Langdon

International Journal of Lifelong Learning in Art Education

The act of coloring pages, is recognized for its therapeutic value and this research shows how amplifying the artistry of a practitioner with Alzheimer’s disease enhances understanding about the disease, improves relationships and adds value to an underrated art practice. My collaboration with a neighbor experiencing Alzheimer’s disease involved presenting her coloring pages as fine art in a gallery, increasing recognition of the practice as valuable for maintaining normalcy and serving as a model for other people with dementia (PWD) and their caregivers.


Perfect World [Book Review], Jj Pionke Nov 2024

Perfect World [Book Review], Jj Pionke

Disability in LIS (DisLIS)

A young woman discovers that her high school crush is in a wheelchair and she sets out to be his "white knight" in the name of ableist love.


The Resurgence Of State-Owned Enterprise In China Under Xi Jinping, Macallister Hogan Nov 2024

The Resurgence Of State-Owned Enterprise In China Under Xi Jinping, Macallister Hogan

The Dialogue

MacAllister Hogan explores the revival of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) under Xi Jinping’s administration. The paper discusses the historical role of SOEs, recent reforms to enhance their efficiency, and the implications of increased state control for China’s economic growth and market dynamics


Argentina's Looming Default: Navigating A Debt Crisis & Global Pandemic, Hank Cohen Nov 2024

Argentina's Looming Default: Navigating A Debt Crisis & Global Pandemic, Hank Cohen

The Dialogue

Hank Cohen examines Argentina’s history of debt crises and the factors contributing to its recurring economic instability. The paper discusses Argentina’s reliance on IMF bailouts, political resistance to austerity, and challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, providing insights into potential pathways for recovery


Kenya As A Target For Al-Shabaab: A Theory For Understanding Cross-Border Terrorism, Evangeline Mathis Nov 2024

Kenya As A Target For Al-Shabaab: A Theory For Understanding Cross-Border Terrorism, Evangeline Mathis

The Dialogue

Evangeline Mathis explores why Kenya faces disproportionate attacks from Al-Shabaab compared to neighboring states. The paper theorizes that Kenya’s international visibility and free media make it an attractive target for the Somali-based terrorist group​


U.S. Africa Command & Security Assistance To Fragile States, Joseph Kinyanjui Nov 2024

U.S. Africa Command & Security Assistance To Fragile States, Joseph Kinyanjui

The Dialogue

Joseph Kinyanjui evaluates the role of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) in addressing security issues in Africa. The paper discusses whether AFRICOM's operations contribute to militarization and state fragility or effectively enhance stability through capacity building​


Rifles And Rivals: A Study Of The Domestic Effects On American Military Policy, Rachel Warren Nov 2024

Rifles And Rivals: A Study Of The Domestic Effects On American Military Policy, Rachel Warren

The Dialogue

Rachel Warren analyzes the domestic forces shaping U.S. military foreign policy in the post-Cold War era. The paper evaluates the roles of political polarization and the military-industrial complex, using quantitative analysis to assess their influence on legislative decisions​


The U.S. Public Education Systems' Failure To Accurately Educate Students On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflcit, Sanaa M. Ghanim Nov 2024

The U.S. Public Education Systems' Failure To Accurately Educate Students On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflcit, Sanaa M. Ghanim

The Dialogue

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is arguably the world’s most controversial conflict in modern history. The United States plays a central role in its mediation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict since the mid-twentieth century, making the ways in which the conflict is taught in American public schools especially relevant to the future of the conflict and more specifically, the role of the United States in the future of this conflict (Arieli, 2016). The United States has put forth numerous peace solutions that have all failed. In understanding why these peace solutions have failed to bring about peaceful change in the region, the U.S. …


Free Trade And Covid-19, Audrey Mcclure Nov 2024

Free Trade And Covid-19, Audrey Mcclure

The Dialogue

Audrey McClure investigates the implications of globalization and trade liberalization in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper highlights the economic benefits and domestic challenges of free trade, examining the disruptions in global supply chains and the political resistance to globalization during the crisis


Dialogue Fall 2020 Front Matter, Tower Center Nov 2024

Dialogue Fall 2020 Front Matter, Tower Center

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.


A Texas Tradition: Analyzing Texas' Commitment To Capital Punishment, Grace E. Brandt Nov 2024

A Texas Tradition: Analyzing Texas' Commitment To Capital Punishment, Grace E. Brandt

The Dialogue

Grace Brandt examines Texas' historical and ongoing support for capital punishment. The paper explores the evolution of execution methods, legislative frameworks, and public opinion, emphasizing the cultural and political factors sustaining the death penalty in Texas despite national trends towards abolition


Foreward Nov 2024

Foreward

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.


Sexual Violence In The Democratic Republic Of Congo, Kate Schaible Nov 2024

Sexual Violence In The Democratic Republic Of Congo, Kate Schaible

The Dialogue

Katie Schaible investigates the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), focusing on the prevalence of sexual violence as a weapon of war. Schaible explores how underdevelopment and continuous conflict exacerbate social issues, limiting economic and institutional development. Recommendations include international intervention strategies, governance reforms, and support for victims to address the widespread human rights abuses in the DRC​


Iraq, Democracy, And The United States Nov 2024

Iraq, Democracy, And The United States

The Dialogue

This collaborative paper by Kevin Matejka, Arnaud Zimmern, and Lara Vidal examines the complexities of promoting democracy in Iraq and other Muslim-majority nations. The authors analyze different perspectives on democracy's compatibility with Islamic principles and explore Western and Middle Eastern viewpoints. Through an exploration of political theory and historical context, they provide insights into the challenges and prospects for democratization in the region, particularly in light of U.S. involvement


Can China Finally Follow-Through On Its Commitments, Christina Almeida Nov 2024

Can China Finally Follow-Through On Its Commitments, Christina Almeida

The Dialogue

Christina Almeida assesses China's adherence to WTO intellectual property commitments. Since joining the WTO in 2001, China has continued to infringe on intellectual property rights (IPR) of U.S. firms, resulting in significant economic losses. Almeida discusses factors such as state capitalism and insufficient enforcement mechanisms within China that hinder compliance. The paper recommends a multi-faceted approach, including bilateral trade mechanisms and stricter WTO oversight, to address China's ongoing IPR violations​


Cooptation: The Backseat Driver Of Competitive Communism, Candace Warner Nov 2024

Cooptation: The Backseat Driver Of Competitive Communism, Candace Warner

The Dialogue

Candace Warner analyzes the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) strategy of cooptation in fostering economic growth while maintaining political control. Using the Chinese automotive industry as a case study, the paper explores how the CCP's support for private entrepreneurs and strategic partnerships has promoted rapid growth but also perpetuated inefficiencies and corruption. Warner argues that this approach, while beneficial in the short term, may undermine China's long-term economic sustainability​


Foreword Nov 2024

Foreword

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.


Cross-Party Voting In 21st Century Presidential Primaries: A Social And Empirical Analysis, Mark Trautmann Nov 2024

Cross-Party Voting In 21st Century Presidential Primaries: A Social And Empirical Analysis, Mark Trautmann

The Dialogue

This paper by Mark Trautmann explores the phenomenon of cross-party voting in U.S. presidential primaries, focusing on its prevalence and impact in open primaries. Trautmann examines cases in the Midwest, analyzing data and media narratives surrounding the Michigan Republican Primary (2000, 2012) and the Democratic Primaries in Wisconsin (2004) and Indiana (2008). The findings suggest that while media often overemphasizes the influence of cross-party voting, its actual effect on primary outcomes remains limited, though potentially disruptive in certain cases


Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Student Forum Volume 1 Spring 2013 Issue 1, Tower Center Nov 2024

Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Student Forum Volume 1 Spring 2013 Issue 1, Tower Center

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.


Wither Japan?, Matthew Reitz Nov 2024

Wither Japan?, Matthew Reitz

The Dialogue

Matthew Reitz examines Japan's evolving security policies under Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, particularly the controversial 2015 Security Legislation. The paper explores how Japan's pacifist identity has adapted to external pressures like China's rise and North Korea's nuclear threat. Reitz highlights the role of domestic politics, public opinion, and international alliances in shaping Japan’s security reforms


Stability Of The Chinese Government, Fairooz Adams Nov 2024

Stability Of The Chinese Government, Fairooz Adams

The Dialogue

Fairooz Adams analyzes the internal and external factors influencing the stability of the Chinese Communist Party since the Tiananmen Square incident. The paper argues that while China has become more stable through economic growth and co-opting business elites, underlying issues like corruption and social defiance pose significant risks. Adams balances a historical overview with contemporary challenges to evaluate the resilience of the regime​


Two Constructions Of Liberty: Hugo Black's And Robert Jackson's Stances On Free Speech, Adam Mueller Nov 2024

Two Constructions Of Liberty: Hugo Black's And Robert Jackson's Stances On Free Speech, Adam Mueller

The Dialogue

Adam Mueller contrasts the interpretations of free speech by Justices Hugo Black and Robert Jackson. The paper explores how their differing philosophies of liberty influenced their judicial decisions, particularly in the context of Cold War tensions and fears of extremism. Mueller examines the broader implications of their stances for constitutional democracy​


Slavery In The Taney Court An Examination Of The Personal Views Of The Justices And Their Influences On The Justices' Opinions, A.J Jeffries Nov 2024

Slavery In The Taney Court An Examination Of The Personal Views Of The Justices And Their Influences On The Justices' Opinions, A.J Jeffries

The Dialogue

A.J. Jeffries examines the personal views of the justices of the Taney Court and their influence on decisions concerning slavery. Through an exploration of the lives and political inclinations of thirteen key justices, the paper highlights how these biases shaped landmark cases like Dred Scott and Prigg v. Pennsylvania. Jeffries provides a nuanced look at the intersection of personal belief, judicial analysis, and the societal standards of the time​


Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Spring 2016 Volume 1, Tower Center Nov 2024

Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Spring 2016 Volume 1, Tower Center

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.


Sex Education Policy Compared In Denmark And The United States Nov 2024

Sex Education Policy Compared In Denmark And The United States

The Dialogue

Mary Katherine Shoemaker and Kathleen Strauss compare sex education policies in Denmark and the U.S., focusing on their impact on teenage birth rates. The paper highlights Denmark's comprehensive education model, which contrasts with abstinence-focused programs prevalent in the U.S., and discusses how these differences contribute to disparities in teenage pregnancy rates


Foreward Nov 2024

Foreward

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.


Dialogue: Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Spring 2015 Volume 5, Tower Center Nov 2024

Dialogue: Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Spring 2015 Volume 5, Tower Center

The Dialogue

No abstract provided.