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Barrett accepts high performing, academically engaged undergraduate students and works with them in collaboration with all of the other academic units at Arizona State University. All Barrett students complete a thesis or creative project which is an opportunity to explore an intellectual interest and produce an original piece of scholarly research. The thesis or creative project is supervised and defended in front of a faculty committee. Students are able to engage with professors who are nationally recognized in their fields and committed to working with honors students. Completing a Barrett thesis or creative project is an opportunity for undergraduate honors students to contribute to the ASU academic community in a meaningful way.

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PRICING A HOUSE: A LITERATURE REVIEW OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HOUSING PRICES AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS

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This thesis is a literature review looking at prior hedonic analysis and statistical examinations into the relationship between the price of a home and its distance to public transit stops, as well as the relationship between the price of a home and the quality of associated transit stops. The thesis…

This thesis is a literature review looking at prior hedonic analysis and statistical examinations into the relationship between the price of a home and its distance to public transit stops, as well as the relationship between the price of a home and the quality of associated transit stops. The thesis engages with existing literature to provide insight into the price premiums associated with different types of public transit.
ContributorsFudim, Amit (Author) / Bishop, Kelly (Thesis director) / Vreugdenhil, Nicholas (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2023-12

An Unapologetically Critical Analysis of the Conservative Coordinated Efforts to End Abortion Access and the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Center Decision

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In the 1970’s, the United States was revolutionized by second-wave feminism as conversations about sex and contraception reached the forefront of the political stage. Roe v. Wade (410 US 113-178, Supreme Court of the United States) reshaped how the Constitution protects privacy and autonomy, while also taking a stance on…

In the 1970’s, the United States was revolutionized by second-wave feminism as conversations about sex and contraception reached the forefront of the political stage. Roe v. Wade (410 US 113-178, Supreme Court of the United States) reshaped how the Constitution protects privacy and autonomy, while also taking a stance on the cultural war between "pro-choice" and "pro-life" advocates. Since 1973, the conservative movement has launched a coordinated campaign to create pro-life policies at the state and federal levels. Since Roe was decided, access to reproductive care has faced continuous attacks, with Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Center (No. 19-1392, 597 U.S Supreme Court (2022)) representing a definitive tipping point in the ongoing battle for reproductive rights. The Dobbs decision now leaves millions of Americans in limbo as state legislatures are left to battle what abortion will look like in their state. Driven by political objectives, the Supreme Court employed an originalist interpretation to advance a specific and narrow understanding of the Constitution, ultimately subjectively overturning precedent. This analysis aims not only to offer an exact critique of the logic weaponized by the court and the hypocrisy wielded by the conservative judges on the court, but also to situate this case in the national and historical context. The fight to overturn Roe was a coordinated effort and was by no means accidental or coincidental. Evaluating this critique without acknowledging the context is naïve because to do so is to miss half of the picture. Understanding why this case was brought to the Supreme Court when it was is just as important as the content of the decision.
ContributorsMullings, Claire (Author) / Hoekstra, Valerie (Thesis director) / Woodall, Gina (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Social Transformation (Contributor) / School of International Letters and Cultures (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2023-12

Solving the Citizenship Deficit: Restoring the Intended Vision for American Civic Education

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Active and healthy citizenship in America has diminished greatly in recent decades. On the whole, Americans do not have the relevant information for participating in civic life while symptoms of a declining American political society, such as heightened polarization and declining community engagement, have become widespread. These trends highlight the…

Active and healthy citizenship in America has diminished greatly in recent decades. On the whole, Americans do not have the relevant information for participating in civic life while symptoms of a declining American political society, such as heightened polarization and declining community engagement, have become widespread. These trends highlight the failure of American civic education and formation in recent years. This paper argues that American civic education was originally intended to be an enterprise focused on fostering quality citizenship, utilizing both academic instruction and social and political institutions to instruct and shape Americans, and proposes returning to this model to address the adverse trends currently affecting citizenship and civic life.
ContributorsFlanders, Peter (Author) / Seagrave, Stephen (Thesis director) / German, Zachary (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Civic & Economic Thought and Leadership (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2023-12

teaandcakewithfriendsfinal.pdf

ContributorsDodova, Madlen (Author) / Soares, Rebecca (Thesis director) / Fontinha de Alcantara, Christiane (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor) / Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program (Contributor)
Created2024-05

final_paper.pdf

ContributorsDodova, Madlen (Author) / Soares, Rebecca (Thesis director) / Fontinha de Alcantara, Christiane (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor) / Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program (Contributor)
Created2024-05

Tea and Cake with Friends A Children’s Story of Belonging

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"Tea and Cake with Friends" is a heartwarming children's storybook inspired by the late Anthony Bourdain, a celebrated chef and storyteller who believed in the power of food to unite people from diverse backgrounds. Drawing upon Bourdain's philosophy that sharing a meal creates bonds and celebrates cultural diversity, this enchanting…

"Tea and Cake with Friends" is a heartwarming children's storybook inspired by the late Anthony Bourdain, a celebrated chef and storyteller who believed in the power of food to unite people from diverse backgrounds. Drawing upon Bourdain's philosophy that sharing a meal creates bonds and celebrates cultural diversity, this enchanting tale invites young readers on a culinary journey filled with friendship, acceptance, and joy. Set in a whimsical world inhabited by charming animal characters, the story unfolds as a group of friends gathers for a delightful tea party. Each character brings a unique dish to share, showcasing the rich tapestry of flavors and traditions from their respective cultures. From savory scones to sweet pastries, the table overflows with delectable treats that reflect the diversity of the animal kingdom. As the friends come together to enjoy their feast, they discover the beauty in embracing each other's differences and celebrating what makes them special. Through heartfelt conversations and laughter-filled moments, they forge deep bonds of friendship that transcend language barriers and cultural boundaries. Illustrated with vibrant and engaging artwork, "Tea and Cake with Friends" celebrates the joy of togetherness and the magic of sharing a meal with loved ones. With its uplifting message of acceptance and unity, this enchanting story encourages children to embrace diversity, cherish their friendships, and savor the simple pleasures of life.
ContributorsDodova, Madlen (Author) / Soares, Rebecca (Thesis director) / Fontinha de Alcantara, Christiane (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor) / Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Program (Contributor)
Created2024-05

“You need to resign”: The Effects of Social Media Commentary and Gender on Incumbent Candidate Evaluations during Political Campaigns

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As social media becomes a dominant tool in political campaigns, it is important to analyze how candidates and voters interact over social media and how this impacts elections. This study aims to uncover whether Instagram comments - a key tool voters use to interact with candidates - have an impact…

As social media becomes a dominant tool in political campaigns, it is important to analyze how candidates and voters interact over social media and how this impacts elections. This study aims to uncover whether Instagram comments - a key tool voters use to interact with candidates - have an impact on voters’ perceptions and whether or not there are differences in these impacts based on the gender of the candidate. Due to bias against women in politics, I hypothesize that respondents will evaluate female candidates more harshly than male candidates after viewing negative Instagram comments associated with them. To test this hypothesis, I randomly separated a sample of 435 undergraduate students into four groups. Each group was assigned a hypothetical incumbent Senate candidate (male or female) and shown a candidate biography. The biographies were identical, save for the names/genders of the candidates. Additionally, the two experimental groups were shown negative Instagram comments associated with their candidate. Each group was asked to evaluate their candidate's viability, favorability, competency, leadership ability, and qualifications, in addition to scoring the likelihood that they would vote for them. I found that the male candidate had lower scores than his female counterpart for all six traits evaluated, meaning he was evaluated more harshly. This persisted in both the control and experimental groups, as well as both before and after the stimulus was presented to the experimental groups. However, the respondents’ evaluation scores for the female candidate dropped by a larger margin after viewing the negative comments than the scores for the male candidate did. This persisted for five of the six traits evaluated. Voters’ perceptions, then, are impacted by negative Instagram comments for male and female candidates, although there is some evidence to indicate that they have a larger negative effect on the perceptions of female candidates.
ContributorsDawson, Lydia (Author) / Woodall, Gina (Thesis director) / Lennon, Tara (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of International Letters and Cultures (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2024-05

A Study of Novel Polyomaviruses and Cycloviruses in Arizona Scorpions

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Scorpions are predatory arachnids that are among the most ancient terrestrial invertebrates. They are typically found residing in desert and riparian environments. Viruses associated with scorpions have been explored in the past, unveiling partial RNA virus sequences and polyomaviruses, but more research in this area is necessary. Cycloviruses are non-enveloped…

Scorpions are predatory arachnids that are among the most ancient terrestrial invertebrates. They are typically found residing in desert and riparian environments. Viruses associated with scorpions have been explored in the past, unveiling partial RNA virus sequences and polyomaviruses, but more research in this area is necessary. Cycloviruses are non-enveloped viruses with circular single-stranded DNA genomes (~1.7 to 1.9 kb). Cycloviruses were initially identified in mammals and have now been detected in samples from a wide range of mammalian and insect species. Polyomaviruses are double-stranded DNA viruses (~4 to 7 kb). They are known for causing tumors in the host it infects, and have previously been identified in a diverse array of organisms, including scorpions. The objective for this study was to identify known and novel viruses in scorpions. Using high-throughput sequencing and traditional molecular techniques we determine the genome sequences of cycloviruses and polyomaviruses. Sixteen of the forty-three scorpion samples were positive for eight different species of cycloviruses. According to ICTV guidelines, seven of the eight species were novel cycloviruses which were found in bark scorpions, stripe-tailed scorpions, yellow ground scorpions, and giant hairy scorpions (Centruroides sculpturatus, Paravaejovis spinigerus, Paravaejovis confusus & Hadrurus arizonensis) from Maricopa, Pinal, and Pima county in Arizona, USA. Additionally, one previously known cyclovirus species was recovered in bark scorpions (Centruroides sculpturatus) in Pima county which had previously been documented in guano from a Mexican free-tailed bat in Arizona. There were ten scorpions out of forty-three for which we recovered polyomavirus scorpion samples that grouped into four different polyomavirus species. Polyomaviruses were only identified in bark scorpions (Centruroides sculpturatus) from Maricopa, Pinal, and Pima county. Of the polyomavirus genomes recovered three belong to previously identified scorpion polyomavirus 1 and five to scorpion polyomavirus 3, and two represent two new species named scorpion polyomavirus 4 and scorpion polyomavirus 5. The implications of the discovery of cycloviruses and polyomaviruses from this study contributes to our understanding of viral diversity associated with Scorpions.
ContributorsNeil, Julia (Author) / Gomez, Magali (Co-author) / Varsani, Arvind (Thesis director) / Kraberger, Simona (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2024-05

Unveiling Injustice: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Domestic Violence Rulings and Judicial Language in Court

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This thesis focuses on seven egregious court cases where judges treated domestic violence victims horribly and lacked sympathy for what they went through. I looked at cases where judges treated victims with a lack of respect and human decency to show that although there are good judges out there, there…

This thesis focuses on seven egregious court cases where judges treated domestic violence victims horribly and lacked sympathy for what they went through. I looked at cases where judges treated victims with a lack of respect and human decency to show that although there are good judges out there, there are also terrible ones who have a negative impact on victims. Through the cases I analyzed there are examples of victim blaming, ignorance, and lack of empathy. These cases show the sad reality some domestic violence victims face when they decide to make the courageous decision to come forward and trust the state with their livelihood. By the end of this thesis, readers should be able to recognize common themes that emerged from the judicial language used in court and understand how damaging judges can be when they treat victims this way. Readers should also see how detrimental it can be to other victims to have these cases be public and see how victims before them have been treated. It can ignite fear in them to come forward and deter them from seeking justice in their own lives.
ContributorsLynne, Abby (Author) / Dybvig-Pawelko, Kristin (Thesis director) / Voorhees, Matthew (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Hugh Downs School of Human Communication (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2024-05

ienaga_spring_2024_.pdf

ContributorsIenaga, Mirei (Author) / Soares, Rebecca (Thesis director) / de Alcantara, Christiane Fontinha (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies, Sch (Contributor) / Department of Psychology (Contributor) / School of Politics and Global Studies (Contributor)
Created2024-05