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Two Conceptions of Death in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Works: An Ambrosian and a Thomistic Account
(2021-08-24)
J.R.R. Tolkien says that the “real theme” of The Lord of the Rings is “about something much more permanent and difficult” than the desire for power; namely, “Death and Immortality.” In this thesis I explore the similarity ...
The Rise and Development of Pediatrics as a Distinct Branch in Medicine
(2021-05-21)
While a variety of natural philosophers in medicine discussed female anatomy
and childbirth, there existed a paucity of literature surrounding children’s health and
diseases. This thesis examines how pediatrics came to ...
The Beauty Dictator Game: Perception of Generosity on Facial Attractiveness
(2021-05-20)
While previous research has supported the existence of beauty premium, this paper focuses on the monetary value of perceivers’ willingness to interact with targets who have a higher level of facial attractiveness. I aimed ...
South Asian Physician-Patient Interaction (SAPPI)South Asian Physician-Patient Interaction (SAPPI)
(2021-05-21)
This thesis looks at the relationship between South Asian physicians practicing in North America and the possibility of them having an implicit bias preferring South Asian patients as opposed to patients of other races. ...
Life is Found under Rocks and Hard Places: A Collection of Short Stories
(2021-05-19)
This collection of five short stories explores the depths of human character and the contradictions in contemporary society. My characters traverse the present political and sociological environment, and often find themselves ...
The Future of Healthcare in the United States: How an Integrative Medical Approach using Yoga as a Complementary Medicine in Addition to Conventional Medical Practices Can Revolutionize Hypertension Treatments
(2021-05-18)
Conventional, complementary and alternative, and integrative medicines all
capitalize on different aspects in treating their patients. While each has their own
benefits, integrative medicine is the only one to place the ...
The Relationship Between Body Composition and Exercise Patterns in College Students Enrolled in a Lifetime Fitness Course
(2021-05-20)
PURPOSE: To analyze the relationship between body composition and exercise participation, along with perception towards Lifetime Fitness (LF) courses. METHODS: Thirty-eight students (20 males and 18 females) at Baylor ...
Multiculturalism and National Identity in an Ethnically Diverse Society
(2021-12-17)
This thesis examines the relationship between multiculturalism and national identity particularly through the lens of the moral and political arguments for and against ethnic diversity. As a preliminary assessment, this ...
Problematic Alcohol Use in College Students and Its Association with Cardiovascular Reactivity and Adaptation
(2021-05-17)
Blunted cardiovascular responses to stress have been associated with alcohol use disorders, but the nature of the relationship remains largely unknown. Literature examining the relationship between cardiovascular reactivity ...
Participating in Creation
(2021-05-20)
Owen Barfield has often been presented as an intellectual opponent of C. S. Lewis, but this fails to account for the complementary themes that appear in the works of these two friends, particularly themes regarding humanity ...