Water and Cognition in Early Modern English Literature, which I co-edited with Steve Mentz, is now out in print from Amsterdam University Press! Water and cognition seem unrelated things, the one a physical environment and the other an intellectual process. The essays in this book show how bringing these two modes together revitalizes our understandingContinue reading “Water and Cognition in Early Modern English Literature”
The end of PTSD and another problem?
G. James Farmer 4/25/2024 Veterans and PTSD PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a major problem for a handful of war veterans, most predominantly in ones that served in Vietnam and Afghanistan/Iraq. As according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 3% of WWII/Korean vets saying that they had experienced PTSD sometime in theirContinue reading “The end of PTSD and another problem?”
Writing from Life
Mental health in professional soccer has a been a major talking point in recent years. Players are constantly under pressure to maintain peak physical condition, perform consistently and navigate the ups and downs of their careers. Away from the pitch, players also struggle to balance their professional and personal lives. It is essential to recogniseContinue reading “Writing from Life “
Job Searching With AI
Jamie DaSilva Professor Helms Critical Theory May 7 2024 When applying for jobs we typically submit an application, get an email saying we have either moved onto the interview phase of the process or they are sorry to inform you that you are not a good fit for the position. When you move onto theContinue reading “Job Searching With AI”
Kyle Smith
4/30/24 Composition CTE Solutions in Sports It’s safe to say the sport of football will not be going anywhere soon, each year more and more kids want to compete, increasing the amount of athletes in the football community. With this being said, there is a continuous increase in injuries year after year. Although it’s clearContinue reading “Kyle Smith”
Mind the Gap
In healthcare, discrimination towards minority groups is a dangerous reality for many people. One group in particular is people of color. Many disabled individuals of color struggle to receive adequate healthcare, largely due to a lack of knowledge from the doctors in the field. Many medical schools and textbooks do not have competent curricula onContinue reading “Mind the Gap”
Writing From Life
In contemporary society, the integration of disabled individuals into the workforce remains a critical yet often overlooked challenge. Despite advancements in accessibility and inclusivity, pervasive barriers persist, hindering the full participation and equitable treatment of disabled employees. This paper delves into the multifaceted problems faced by disabled individuals in the workforce, examining systemic discrimination, inadequateContinue reading “Writing From Life”
Mental Health Crisis
People struggle with mental health all over the world. The United States particularly struggles with mental health. This is due to the mental health crisis we have going on in the United States right now. The United States mainly struggles with anxiety of all sorts. There isn’t much affordable help available to people who areContinue reading “Mental Health Crisis”
NFL vs. CTE
By Connor Graham The NFL, National Football league, is a league in which people are chosen to play football professionally. Although it may seem like fun and games, football at all levels come with many consequences. It could be broken bones or torn ligaments, but the one one that hurts the most is called CTE.Continue reading “NFL vs. CTE”
Writing From Research
Discrimination against people with disabilities in the workplace is a real and ongoing issue. Despite efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity, many individuals with disabilities still face unfair treatment at work. This can range from being overlooked for job opportunities to being denied equal pay or chances for promotion. These discriminatory practices not only hurtContinue reading “Writing From Research”
Raising The Unemployment Rate For People With ASD
Despite having the skills to excel in the workplace, many people with autism spectrum disorder are unemployed because of poor work environments, discrimination from employers/employees, and stigmatization. The unemployment rate for people with autism spectrum disorder is at an all time high of nearly 40%. This is so dangerous because most people without a jobContinue reading “Raising The Unemployment Rate For People With ASD”
Sprockets and Springes 