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Environmental framework, structural evolution and petroleum potential of the Cambrian Wilberns Formation West-Central Texas
(1984) Poorman, Stephen Eugene; Beaver, Harold; Baylor University.
The Wilberns Formation (Upper Cambrian) in the subsurface of west-central Texas is composed predominantly of sandstone units. Subsurface mapping of the Wilberns shows the sandstones to be persistent throughout most of the study area. Analyses of core samples indicate that the upper portion of the Wilberns Formation consists of a lower sandstone facies overlain by a dolomitic interval. The suite of sedimentary structures present in both facies suggests tidal flat deposition and the electric log signatures are similar to those produced by channel and tidal sand bodies. Thus, it is postulated that the Wilberns Formation was deposed on extensive tidal flats in tidal channels. The Fort Chadbourne fault system is a linear zone of deformation trending from Sutton County northward into northeastern Nolan County. This structural zone has uplifted and faulted the Wilberns Formation. The presence of en echelon faults and folds as the predominant structures along the Fort Chadbourne system suggests wrench faulting. The orientation of the faults (N-S) and folds (NE-SW) suggests that the wrench system had left lateral movement produced from compressive forces active during the Ouachita orogeny. Thin section analyses of core samples produced a general paragenetic sequence for the upper sandstone units of the Wilberns Formation consisting of at least four diagenetic stages as follows: (1) Burial and compaction leading to reduction of primary porosity and development of quartz overgrowths. (2) Precipitation of dolomite cement into remaining pore space. (3) Uplift and exposure leading to dissolution of calcareous materials, resulting in development of secondary porosity. (4) Re-burial and precipitation of hematite, pyrite and clays as pore lining and pore fill. Hydrocarbon migration probably occurred during this stage. This sequence of diagenetic events is responsible for the excellent reservoir quality of the sandstone units within the Wilberns Formation; it is found only along the Ford Chadbourne fault system.
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Hydrogeologic assessment of shallow groundwater flow systems in the Walnut Formation, Central Texas
(1994) Feckley, David Lee; Baylor University.
The Walnut Formation is the most clay-rich member of the limestone dominated Lower Cretaceous rocks of central Texas. Due to this clayey nature, the Walnut Formation is a natural target for landfills in this region. Shallow groundwater flow systems present within the Walnut Formation provide baseflow to streams which transect the Walnut outcrop belt in Central Texas. Three sites within the outcrop belt of the Walnut Formation were investigated. The Walnut flow systems are geomorphically and stratigraphically controlled, and recharge zones are influenced by the geomorphic history and subsequent soil formation. Discharge zones are controlled by seasonal influences, stratigraphy, and geomorphic position. Field observations indicated saturated zones in the near surface Walnut Formation may produce hydraulic heads above ground elevation. These saturated zones, within the weathered depth of the Walnut Formation, discharge to main streams by tributary discharge and spring flow. Conceptual models of the flow systems were constructed following field observations, hydrogeolgic testing (slug tests and pumping tests), geochemical analyses, and hydrograph analysis and interpretation. Regionally, the Walnut flow systems relate to the condition of the underlying Paluxy Formation (a minor aquifer). Flow systems of the Walnut Formation are important from a regional perspective due to the potential of non-point source contamination to surface waters by landuse practices on the Walnut outcrop area.
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Fighting liturgy with liturgy : a study of the effects of liturgical catechesis on the civil religious formation of Army Ranger students.
(2023-12) Barnes, Dairus.; Wilhite, David E.; Truett Seminary; Baylor University. George W. Truett Seminary
This project studies the effects that historic Christian liturgical worship and liturgical catechesis has on the civil religious beliefs and dispositions of United States Army (USA) soldiers who are students at the USA Ranger School. Critical to this study is the understanding of religion not solely the relationship between a person or group and their deity. Rather, religion throughout is regarded as a cultural phenomenon centered around symbols that give meaning, unity, and order to a society. Religion, properly defined, cannot be separated from politics or economics, these domains are interlocking and interpenetrating categories. The theological foundation explores the rise and embodiment of American Civil Religion (ACR) through history as encapsulated in the American soldier. This thesis investigates the role of the soldier within ACR as its “G.I. Messiah” and how the citizen becomes the soldier through “thick” Army liturgies. The biblical foundation investigates the Revelation of Jesus according to John’s polemic toward Roman Civil Religion (RCR). This project relies upon “liturgical anthropology” as a foundation to understanding both civil religion, RCR and ACR, and the Revelation. The project tests the effects of liturgical worship, liturgical catechesis, and daily office prayers and reading on Army Ranger students through qualitative and quantitative research. Areas measured are patriotism, nationalism, ACR beliefs, and GI Messianism. This project measures the effect of corporate historic Christian liturgy and personal devotion, on the spiritual formation of soldiers. This project presents “a way” for Army chaplains to form their soldiers more into the likeness of Jesus and less in the likeness of the G.I. Messiah.
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Drink Your Garlic Tea and Take Your ACE Inhibitors: Mexican-American Alternative Medicine and Texas Medical School Cultural Competency Programs
Martinez, Miranda; Hardin, Karol; Health Science Studies.; Baylor University.; Honors College - Honors Program
Current literature suggests that healthcare in the U.S. does not adequately address culture. This issue is important in border states such as Texas that have large populations of Spanish-speaking patients, yet Texas medical school training is insufficient for treating the growing Hispanic population. In particular, Texas medical schools are inadequately preparing students to provide culturally competent care to Hispanic patients. This lack of preparation often contributes to cultural and linguistic barriers between physicians and Hispanic patients. A physician’s lack of understanding about a patient’s cultural background can hinder the physician-patient relationship, thereby negatively affecting patient outcomes and adherence. Therefore, physicians should be taught common features of Hispanic cultures that impact healthcare, such as the use of complementary medicine, spiritual healing practices, undisclosed pharmaceutical use, and other cultural values pertaining to health. Through a review of sociological studies, medical school curricula, and historical records, this study argues that cultural competency holds a significant role in improving health equity for Hispanic patients. Recommendations are made for Texas medical school cultural competency programs to incorporate instruction on culture and require language components as an approach to more effectively teach students to provide culturally appropriate care.
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Ambiguous Morality in the Human Condition as Reflected by Modern Villains from Popular Culture
McNeal, James; Kendrick, James; Business Fellows.; Baylor University.; Honors College - Honors Program
What makes morality and the question of right and wrong increasingly challenging to answer, and how does the recent trend of complex villains across various media reflect the state of morality? Through examining eight characters drawn from popular culture and analyzing their narratives and beliefs, their unique reflections of the human condition provide a basis for the human struggle between good and evil. Such a basis encompasses how individuals come to think about their actions and the actions of those around them in a way that expands the understanding of others. The narratives and beliefs of villains receive comparison with other, real-world examples across disciplines including, but not limited to, popular culture, philosophy, current events, and sociology. As each villain explored is expressly different, the implications and parallels derived from each are examined in ways that reflect their individuality. Analysis of each character’s actions and ideologies illustrates morality as a uniquely individual construct.