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The Unearthing: A Feminist Retelling of Princess Ixkik’s Story in Popol Vuh (Riya Johnson)
This city is encased in darkness. It teems with unbearable horrors–rivers of scorpions, pus, and blood tear through the land like wounds carved into flesh. From the moment…
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The Inverted Power Dynamics during the Rise of Hollywood (Alyna Johnson)
Introduction After World War I derailed the European film industry, American films enjoyed minimal competition and thus a rapid rise in popularity, which encouraged the United States government…
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Examining Cultural Evolution through Proposed Lenses (Riya Johnson)
Introduction Looking at the title of this post, you may be asking yourself, “Is cultural change really analogous to biological evolution?” As someone who enjoys studying the intersection…
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Investigating the Roots of Our Diverse Taste Preferences (Alyna Johnson)
Introduction Have you ever wondered why you consistently crave a food that your friends find unpalatable? I have, too, and I ultimately attributed my tastes to my distinct…
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The Protestant Work Ethics: Catalysts for Modern Productivist Norms (Riya Johnson)
Introduction Have you ever boasted about getting four hours of sleep due to the mountain of work through which you had to plow the previous night? Have you…
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How Rembrandt’s Decline Paved the Way for Art’s Next Wave (Alyna Johnson)
Introduction Take a minute to appreciate the realism of this painting, from the careful creases on the deceased’s intact hand to the impressive anatomical accuracy of the exposed…
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