Book Review Undergraduate 1,843 words

Japan's Economic Miracle: Causes and Government Role

A review of Boyle's Modern Japan examining theories behind Japan's postwar economic miracle, from U.S. investment to MITI's industrial policy.

History

~10 min read

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Essay Undergraduate 1,241 words

Women in the Workplace: Glass Ceiling and Gender Marking

Explores gender marking, the glass ceiling, and communication differences facing women at work, drawing on Tannen and Judy & D'Amico's workforce research.

Social Issues

~7 min read

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Essay Undergraduate 2,368 words

Positivism vs Constructivism in Special Education

Compares positivism and constructivism as theories of knowledge and argues constructivism better serves students with special needs, with a focus on assistive technology.

Education

~12 min read

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Research Paper Undergraduate 1,874 words

Public Health Program Plan: H1N1, DTaP, and HIV in LA

A public health program plan addressing H1N1 influenza, DTaP/DTP vaccination gaps, and HIV testing among Hispanics in Los Angeles County.

Health

~10 min read

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Essay Undergraduate 471 words

Senator Theater Chico: History, Architecture & Preservation

Explore the Senator Theater in Chico, California — its art deco design, vaudeville origins, architect Timothy Pflueger, and ongoing historic preservation efforts.

Arts

~3 min read

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Research Paper Undergraduate 1,110 words

Global Transportation Challenges in the Age of Peak Oil

Explores global transportation industry challenges including alternative energy, supply chain logistics, maritime fuel emissions, and growing demand from emerging economies.

Business

~6 min read

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Essay Undergraduate 820 words

What's in a Name? Identity, Meaning, and Personal Naming

A personal narrative exploring how a name shapes identity, told through the story of twins named Rachael and Skeet Anderson born in 1985.

Personal Issues

~5 min read

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Reflection Paper Undergraduate 856 words

Life as a Travel and War Correspondent: An Ideal Career

A personal essay exploring a dream career as a travel features writer and conflict journalist, covering remote cultures, African wars, and human stories worldwide.

Career

~5 min read

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Essay Undergraduate 1,697 words

Drug Courts: Effectiveness, Limitations, and Reform Potential

Analyzes drug court programs' impact on recidivism, relapse, and cost savings while examining variation by offender demographics, drug type, and program design.

Drugs

~9 min read

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Essay Undergraduate 738 words

Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Workplace Performance

Explore I-O psychology's two core branches—organizational and industrial—and how they improve workplace performance, hiring, training, and safety.

Psychology

~4 min read

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