Environment Influence On Interaction Outcomes,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Environment Influence On Interaction Outcomes, Kaley Lambert
Comm-entary
In tandem with other interactional elements, the body plays a substantial role in communicative interactions with companions and oneself. This research compares environmental differences between spaces from two different reality television program environments (Love is Blind and Love Island) which are specified as having the same interaction-goal, observes how the spaces may influence the types of interpersonal interactions they are built for, and compares data regarding the outcomes of said interactions within these spaces so as to provide support for the argument that environments may influence interpersonal interaction outcomes.
2023 Staff Bios, Author Bios, And Abstracts Brochure,
2023
University of New Hampshire
2023 Staff Bios, Author Bios, And Abstracts Brochure
Comm-entary
No abstract provided.
Interorganizational Communication: Case Study,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Interorganizational Communication: Case Study, Emma Darocha
Comm-entary
The case presented in this study examines coercive power. An eighteen-year-old freshman attending college in a new state found himself longing for a community on campus which led him to decide to join a fraternity. Regrettably, this student did not find this community or brotherhood in this fraternity. As part of the pledging initiation, he was put in an extremely dangerous situation that was overseen by the authority figures of the fraternity. When he tried to drop out of the pledge process, he was coerced by older members to continue it and made to believe that this was something that …
Performing Relationships During Special Occasion Openings,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Performing Relationships During Special Occasion Openings, Ashley Kayla White
Comm-entary
All conversations start with an opening. However, opening sequences take on different and at times more grandiose representations during special or uncommon interactional events. How these openings are performed, furthermore, conveys much about the social dynamics and relationships between interactants. The goal of this research is to explore how special event opening practices display relationships between people in day-to-day interaction by drawing from two recordings of special occasion communication. To achieve this, a conversation analytic perspective is employed and several concepts are analyzed in conjunction with openings. These include preference organization, affiliation, repair, body torque and spatial orientation, gaze, epistemics, …
Case Study Report: The Five Stages Of Grief In Wandavision,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Case Study Report: The Five Stages Of Grief In Wandavision, Lydia Osmer
Comm-entary
This report analyzes the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s 2021 limited Disney+ series WandaVision through the lens of Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s framework of the Five Stages of Grief: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. In the show, Wanda Maximoff uses her magic to create a personal-utopian reality “hex” following the death of her lover Vision. This magical reality works within the plot of the show to reveal how Wanda experiences and demonstrates Kübler-Ross’s Five Stages of Grief.
Content For Change,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Content For Change, Kaley Lambert
Comm-entary
This piece considers the perspectives of environmental activist Paul Kingsnorth, and author of Anthropocene Unconscious: Climate Catastrophe Culture Mark Bould when assessing the power of storytelling in efforts for climate crisis action. Stories hold the potential to change perspectives and encourage new mentalities. Media content is able to perpetuate, develop, and share stories to a massive audience. This paper argues that if media content were, on a wide scale, to deliberately shift narratives to encourage compassion, action, and concern for the environment, and to discourage wastefulness and mentalities of expansion and colonialism, then it may become more feasible to mitigate …
The Almost-Feminism Of Midsommar,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
The Almost-Feminism Of Midsommar, Kaley Lambert
Comm-entary
This paper argues that the 2019 horror film Midsommar accomplishes almost-feminism. It includes a matriarchal society, respects older women, punishes toxic masculinity, rewards emotional vulnerability, has complex and unique female characters, and has a strong female protagonist. There is also, however an overt lack of intersectionality, as Midsommar exhibits a lack of consideration for class, ableism, racism, or body diversity. This film is nevertheless a worthwhile counterweight in a sea of actively sexist horror films.
Pandemic Through The Lens: An Examination Of Repeat Photography During Lockdown,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Pandemic Through The Lens: An Examination Of Repeat Photography During Lockdown, Lauren Cole
Comm-entary
The Covid-19 pandemic had sweeping effects on environments across the globe including, decreases in pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and many others. Repeat photography and social media became tools to document these changes for people to see. Generally, traditional climate imagery and repeat photography depict the degradation of the environment rather than its recovery. This paper works to show how the use of this unique situation, to promote positive environmental change, might work better as a persuasive tool in the fight for climate action.
Art In Climate Argumentation,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Art In Climate Argumentation, Matthew Morely
Comm-entary
My paper examines the role of art in the environmental crisis that we are currently facing. I believe that the climate emergency is largely the result of a disconnect between the scientific community and the non-scientific community. In other words, scientists are trying to portray scientific information to a non-scientist demographic. I believe that if we are to prevail during these uncertain times, we need a middleman between these two parties. We need someone who is able to take the information that the scientists are bringing to the table and break it down to non-scientists in a way that makes …
Analysis Of 'My Sister’S Keeper' And Parents Of Terminally Ill Children,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Analysis Of 'My Sister’S Keeper' And Parents Of Terminally Ill Children, Brie Surawski
Comm-entary
This paper uses the film and the novel that it is based on to examine the behavior and communication strategies of parents with terminally ill children.
Empathy Meditation To Soothe Division,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Empathy Meditation To Soothe Division, Kaley Lambert
Comm-entary
In that widespread lack of empathy and the presence of excess stress may be contributing factors toward harsh social division in the United States, programs to increase empathy and decrease stress may help to soothe these issues. Classrooms act as spaces which may be specially suited to trial and implement such programs. This research presents the foundational backing for such programs, and offers a detailed proposal for one set within the structure of a college level course.
Remembering The Aids Crisis & Act Up: The Failures Of The American Public, Government, And Cultural Institutions,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Remembering The Aids Crisis & Act Up: The Failures Of The American Public, Government, And Cultural Institutions, Céilí Flot
Comm-entary
This paper discusses the history of the AIDS crisis and the activist group ACT UP. During the early stages of the outbreak, there was much confusion and hysteria surrounding the nature of the illness. Many misconceptions about the illness had led to inaction from the public and government. In response, ACT UP had formed to address this inaction. This paper analyzes a set of six photographs taken during ACT UP’s protest efforts and analyzes the arguments within them.
Kill ‘Objectivity,’ Save The Planet,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Kill ‘Objectivity,’ Save The Planet, Kaley Lambert
Comm-entary
This piece argues that objectivity is a flawed journalistic standard that is detrimental to pursuits for climate crisis action. Objectivity encourages practices that reiterate structures of injustice, disadvantage voices from marginalized communities while simultaneously advantaging stances with minimal scientific backing, and worsens matters of audience disengagement. In pursuit of reducing or eliminating this environmentally burdensome practice, this paper proposes a transition toward transparent objectivity as a possible alternative to objectivity for journalistic standards.
The Death Penalty Does Not Deter Murder,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
The Death Penalty Does Not Deter Murder, Samuel Maynard
Comm-entary
No abstract provided.
Rhetorical Analysis Of 'Surviving R. Kelly',
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Rhetorical Analysis Of 'Surviving R. Kelly', Grace Righini
Comm-entary
This essay discusses the documentary Surviving R. Kelly, which details allegations of sexual abuse against the musician Robert "R" Kelly. The documentary provides a platform for young black women to speak out against Kelly and explain why he is an abuser. It also sheds light on victims' difficulties in obtaining justice, particularly when a celebrity is involved. The essay analyses the impact of the documentary and how it has empowered women to come forward with their own stories, regarding other women speaking out during the #MeToo movement and paving the way for future documentaries speaking out against other powerful celebrities. …
Death With Interruptions Short Analysis,
2023
University of New Hampshire, Durham
Death With Interruptions Short Analysis, Lydia Osmer
Comm-entary
In this writing piece, Death with Interruptions by José Saramago is analyzed through the lens of its stream of consciousness writing style. Using concepts from End of Life Communication studies and traditional literary analysis, this short analysis on Death with Interruptions focuses on the both the personified character of Death as well as Saramago’s stylistic choices throughout the story in order to illustrate human perceptions of love, life, and death.
Crafting Journalism: The Pseudonyms Of American Reform,
2023
California State University, Monterey Bay
Crafting Journalism: The Pseudonyms Of American Reform, Sierra Fishman
Capstone Projects and Master's Theses
The late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States saw the rise of "Stunt Girls" and "Sob Sisters" in journalism. These pioneering women defied traditional societal expectations of housewives and pursued careers in reporting, gaining recognition for their accomplishments through the dangerous nature of their work. While many may know the name Nellie Bly, the pseudonym for Elizabeth Jane Cochrane, other reporters played a vital role in the transformation of journalism, including Caloipe, Nellie Bly, Lola, Annie Laurie, Dorothy Dix, Enid, Eva Gay, Nora Marks, Girl Reporter, Nell Nelson, Grace Ermine, Meb, and Olivia. It is important to …
A Rhetorical Criticism Of “Bothsidesism” In Journalism,
2023
University of Mary Washington
A Rhetorical Criticism Of “Bothsidesism” In Journalism, Jess Kirby
Departmental Honors & Graduate Capstone Projects
In recent years, a term called “bothsidesism” has come into public use as both a critique of journalists participating in false balance and as an expectation that journalists should cover all sides of an issue—no matter if a side’s claims are unfounded. I argue that bothsidesism is problematic because 1) bothsidesism is a fallacious rhetorical tactic that minimizes objective fact; 2) the term “bothsidesism” and the act of practicing it both reinforce bipartisan thought, which stymies political action; 3) false balance is at odds with the role of a journalist; and 4) false balance is perpetuated by comment sections. I …
Spartan Daily, April 27, 2023,
2023
San Jose State University
Spartan Daily, April 27, 2023, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications
Spartan Daily, 2023
Volume 160, Issue 37
Spartan Daily, April 26, 2023,
2023
San Jose State University
Spartan Daily, April 26, 2023, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications
Spartan Daily, 2023
Volume 160, Issue 36
