Geology and its tangential studies, collectively known and referred to in this thesis as geosciences, have been paramount to the transformation and advancement of society, fundamentally changing the way we view, interact and live with the surrounding natural and built environment. It is important to recognize the value and importance of this interdisciplinary scientific field while reconciling its ties to imperial and colonizing extractive systems which have led to harmful and invasive endeavors. This intersection among geosciences, (environmental) justice studies, and decolonization is intended to promote inclusive pedagogical models through just and equitable methodologies and frameworks as to prevent further injustices and promote recognition and healing of old wounds. By utilizing decolonial frameworks and highlighting the voices of peoples from colonized and exploited landscapes, this annotated syllabus tackles the issues previously described while proposing solutions involving place-based education and the recentering of land within geoscience pedagogical models. (abstract)
globalized and highly complex world. Its influence on the physical and psychological
health of the humans was studied by numerous reputable scholars from across the globe,
however this study focuses on the impact of light on the college students living in the
dormitories. The study seeks to find whether there is a correlation between light and health
of the student, his/her performance, productivity, mood and feelings. The paper uses a
relatively new housing near Arizona State University Tempe-campus as a case study as an
attempt to substantiate the problem dimensions and suggest feasible solutions.
Basing on the available literature on the topic and the case study evaluation, the
author determined the range of possible recommendations for the lighting professionals in
the industry to maximally satisfy the needs of the students and make their stay and life in
the dormitory comfortable and healthy experience. The relevant conclusions are made
basing on the obtained results.