Playing With International Students From Asia: An Exploration Of Cultural Commonalities And Differences In Developmental Transformations (Dvt),
2024
Lesley University
Playing With International Students From Asia: An Exploration Of Cultural Commonalities And Differences In Developmental Transformations (Dvt), Hazuki Okamoto
Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses
Asian international students in the United States face a multitude of challenges such as language barriers, differences in cultural norms and behaviors, and identity confusion while navigating a foreign landscape. Developmental Transformations (DvT), a form of drama therapy, may apply to these challenges by enabling participants to explore different identities and express themselves creatively beyond the language barrier. This community engagement project was designed for Asian international students to be seen and heard by utilizing DvT. Within an in-person workshop, five participants played with their shared stories, and explored international and cultural roles in group DvT. Key takeaways from the …
Labors Of Love And Loss: Exploring Relationships In Remitting Latine-American Families,
2024
The University of San Francisco
Labors Of Love And Loss: Exploring Relationships In Remitting Latine-American Families, Sequoyah Sv Hilton
Master's Theses
This paper examines the impact remittances have in Latin-American families across borders through qualitative interviews. Remittances, or international transfers of money, are a common support strategy of global migrant communities. There are divergent opinions on remittances, either positioning them as a great potential for developing lower and middle-income countries, or critiquing them as too heavily depended on by states and created as a survival support mechanism by communities to compensate for state neglect. While they are a massive cash flow at the international level, there is a greater need to blend analyses of remittances at the international level at the …
Taking The Bang Out Of The Gang: The Impact Of Catholic Schools On Gang Homicides In El Salvador,
2024
University of San Francisco
Taking The Bang Out Of The Gang: The Impact Of Catholic Schools On Gang Homicides In El Salvador, Ann Jillian Villanueva Adona
Master's Theses
This study explores the impact of Catholic presence on homicide rates in El Salvador, specifically focusing on the role of Catholic schools in reducing violence in gang-afflicted municipalities. Analyzing municipality-level data from various years, I used Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) and Instrumental Variable (IV) regressions to study the association between school enrollment and homicide rates. Results show that higher enrollment in Catholic schools is linked to a reduction in homicide rates in gang-affected areas, contrasting with an increase in homicides for non-religious schools. This research sheds light on the importance of investing in Catholic education as a strategy for violence …
Knowledge Production And The Unthinkable: Weaving Stories Of Art, Gender, And Land,
2024
University of San Francisco
Knowledge Production And The Unthinkable: Weaving Stories Of Art, Gender, And Land, Christin Huntsman
Master's Theses
Colonialism is deeply and violently embedded in Western knowledge formation—dominant power structures produce epistemes that uphold and perpetuate colonial narratives. This kind of knowledge production forecloses other possibilities. Western discourse of truth becomes universalized to the point that other worldviews, other knowledges that do not conform to hegemonic norms, are suppressed or silenced. This thesis examines three areas of hegemony and erasure: art, gender, and land. First, the history of art clearly marks a delineation between Western elitist artistic masterpieces and non-Western ethnographic artifacts. Eurocentrism of art in the academy determines what counts as art and how art is categorized. …
Reimagination And Placemaking In Cape Town: Navigating Apartheid's Legacy Through Community-Focused Placemaking Initiatives,
2024
The University of San Francisco
Reimagination And Placemaking In Cape Town: Navigating Apartheid's Legacy Through Community-Focused Placemaking Initiatives, Merhawit Mehzun
Master's Theses
This paper explores the concept of placemaking in Cape Town, South Africa, a city shaped by a complex history of displacement, segregation, and resilience. While urban planning has often prioritizes non-human factors, like economy and infrastructure, placemaking emphasizes the creation of meaningful spaces that foster a sense of "place" for people. Through examining the lived experiences of Capetonians, historical narratives at the District Six Museum, and contemporary efforts in Langa, this research aims to uncover how South Africans are reimagining their urban environment to cultivate authenticity and a sense of belonging. This leads to a larger discussion about gentrification. By …
The Politics Of An Impossible Situation: Italian Parties Muddling Through The Migrant Crisis,
2024
Fordham University
The Politics Of An Impossible Situation: Italian Parties Muddling Through The Migrant Crisis, Tyler Mooney
Senior Theses
Italy’s geographical location in the Southern Mediterranean has long made it a popular European entry point for migrants arriving from Africa. During the 2010s, the issue of migration was catapulted into the center of Italian politics as hundreds of thousands of migrants arrived each year. Successive Italian governments enacted countless measures to securitize and externalize Italy’s borders, from cooperating with non-state actors in Libya to criminalizing NGO ships providing aid to migrants at sea. However, while some policies have been successful in limiting the flow of migrants, Italy has proven incapable of cutting the flow off completely, and today, the …
Wildlife Conservation In East Africa: The Politics Of Wildlife Conservation In Kenya And Tanzania: A Legacy Of Western Influence,
2024
Fordham University
Wildlife Conservation In East Africa: The Politics Of Wildlife Conservation In Kenya And Tanzania: A Legacy Of Western Influence, Aidan J. Donahue
Senior Theses
This thesis examines the evolution of wildlife conservation policies in Kenya and Tanzania, underlying the profound impact of neocolonial and colonial influences. It advocates for reformed, decentralized conservation strategies that incorporate indigenous knowledge and participation. Analyzing the key works of Akama and Gissibl, the study highlights the legacy of Western conservation practices in contemporary East African conservation strategies. Case studies such as Save the Elephants and Ill Ngwesi illustrate the effectiveness of community-based conservation models. The thesis ultimately argues for a shift to local, community-based, and driven conservation efforts to benefit indigenous communities and sustainable wildlife conservation.
Supporting South Korea’S Aging Population: How Ai And Iot Acceptance Connects The Young And Old,
2024
USF
Supporting South Korea’S Aging Population: How Ai And Iot Acceptance Connects The Young And Old, Bobby Im
Master's Projects and Capstones
In 2024, South Korea surpassed every other nation by becoming the country with the lowest fertility rate (below 0.7%). Population decline will hinder future ability to care for their aging population and although the government and private corporations are investing millions of dollars on developing Artificial Intelligence-Internet of Things (AI-IoT) devices to support the aging, the acceptance levels and the amount of family support required is undervalued. By examining AI-IoT’s current use and role in South Korea’s public health system this paper shows how intergenerational support helps optimize existing procedures and equipment, increases the level of acceptance and use, and …
Reflections On “Unsettling The University” And Its Call To Responsibility,
2024
Seton Hall University
Reflections On “Unsettling The University” And Its Call To Responsibility, Sharon Stein
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Theoretical Approaches To The Study Of International Students,
2024
Seton Hall University
Theoretical Approaches To The Study Of International Students, Minghui (Hannah) Hou, Jing Yu, Shinji Katsumoto
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Methodological Approaches To The Study Of International Students,
2024
Seton Hall University
Methodological Approaches To The Study Of International Students, Minghui (Hannah) Hou, Jing Yu, Shinji Katsumoto
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Putin’S War: Supporting International Students During Global Crises,
2024
Seton Hall University
Putin’S War: Supporting International Students During Global Crises, Abu Arif, Juanita Hennessey, Sonja Knutson, Lynn Walsh
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Reflecting On Critical Considerations For Research With International Students As A Subfield,
2024
Seton Hall University
Reflecting On Critical Considerations For Research With International Students As A Subfield, Jenna Mittelmeier, Sylvie Lomer, Kalyani Unkule
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Higher Education Practitioners' Experience In A Global Pandemic: Reflections On The Everyday And How To Bring In Critical Perspectives,
2024
Seton Hall University
Higher Education Practitioners' Experience In A Global Pandemic: Reflections On The Everyday And How To Bring In Critical Perspectives, Chelsey Laird
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
“You Don’T Build Bridges To Safe And Familiar Territories”: Study Abroad Practice Based In Reconciliation As Falling Apart: Part 3,
2024
Seton Hall University
“You Don’T Build Bridges To Safe And Familiar Territories”: Study Abroad Practice Based In Reconciliation As Falling Apart: Part 3, Kalyani Unkule
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
The Hidden Curriculum And Internationalization In Efl: A Call For Heightened Criticality,
2024
Seton Hall University
The Hidden Curriculum And Internationalization In Efl: A Call For Heightened Criticality, Charles Brown
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
“You Don’T Build Bridges To Safe And Familiar Territories”: Study Abroad Practice Based In Reconciliation As Falling Apart: Part 1,
2024
Seton Hall University
“You Don’T Build Bridges To Safe And Familiar Territories”: Study Abroad Practice Based In Reconciliation As Falling Apart: Part 1, Kalyani Unkule
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
“You Don’T Build Bridges To Safe And Familiar Territories”: Study Abroad Practice Based In Reconciliation As Falling Apart: Part 2,
2024
Seton Hall University
“You Don’T Build Bridges To Safe And Familiar Territories”: Study Abroad Practice Based In Reconciliation As Falling Apart: Part 2, Kalyani Unkule
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Treating International Students Beyond Teaching Cultural Differences?,
2024
Seton Hall University
Treating International Students Beyond Teaching Cultural Differences?, Suhao Peng
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
Crafting Non-Western Ways Of Writing,
2024
Seton Hall University
Crafting Non-Western Ways Of Writing, Sharin Shajahan Naomi
Critical Internationalization Studies Review
No abstract provided.
