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2023 Research Award Winners

First Place Winner

"Language of Concealment: Analyzing the Euphemisms of The Holocaust"

"Language of Concealment: Analyzing the Euphemisms of The Holocaust” was written for Dr. Devlin Scofield's Research Seminar course.

Summary: The use of euphemism by the Nazi Party during the Holocaust aimed to conceal their genocidal actions and protect themselves from legal repercussions. This paper delves into the impact of language on inciting hatred and sheds light on the consequences of linguistic manipulation during one of humanities darkest chapters.

Congratulations, Grace!

[ 1st place ]

Second Place Winner

“Thousands Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest: A History of Mental Health and Deinstitutionalization in the United States”

“Thousands Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest: A History of Mental Health and Deinstitutionalization in the United States” was written for Dr. Rob Voss' The United States to 1877 course.

Summary: This is a paper that examines the treatment and care of mentally ill persons throughout United States history. This paper introduces the rise and demise of state mental institutions intertwined with federal law and cultural stigmas for an increasing population.

Congratulations, Genevieve!

second place

Third Place Winner

“Comparison between Quechan Agriculture and Commercial Agriculture within the Arequipa Province of Peru”

“Comparison between Quechan Agriculture and Commercial Agriculture within the Arequipa Province of Peru" was written for Dr. Jesse Lane's Geographic Approaches to Research course.

Summary: Rising incidents of a lack biodiversity of crops is becoming an increasing concern around world. The study is meant to investigate the relationship of Indigenous and intensive agricultural practices to the local biodiversity and environment using a mixed-methods approach. The study concluded Indigenous agricultural practices are significantly more environmentally sustainable.

Congratulations, Ryan!

Third place


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