Browsing Sociology URC Student Scholarship by Title
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Understanding its Impact: Universal Primary Education in sub-Saharan Africa
(2008-01-01)In 2000, the United Nations adopted eight Millennium Development Goals, which outline a universal framework to achieve sustainable development on a global level by the year 2015. My research focuses on the second goal, ... -
?We Need Spashley?: The Impact of South of Nowhere on LGBT Youth
(2009-01-01)In November of 2005, cable television network The N introduced a series called South of Nowhere into its lineup. On paper its premise looked entertaining if unremarkable: after her family moves from Ohio to Los Angeles, ... -
Who is Chinese? Identifying the origins of Chinese identity, and examining the issue of government designation vs. personal identification
(2006-01-01)In discussion of the question ?Who is Chinese?? is complicated by the dual use of the term ?Chinese? as both a political and cultural adjective. This complication exists due to intentional design. The term ?Zhongguo ren,? ... -
Youth Subculture in Los Angeles: A Comparison of Hardcore and Rave
(2003-01-01)By investigating two very different subcultures: the hardcore/metal subculture and the house/trance rave subcultures of Los Angeles, I have found that subcultural groups seek to revolt against mainstream society in different ...