Impressionism Movement: Meet Its Artists & Techniques

 For the final paper, I chose to talk about the 19th century art movement of Impressionism and its main artist influencers. I chose this movement because I loved Claude Monet’s paintings, even before I was an art lover I was a fan of his. I was so inspired by the painting techniques he used. … Read more

Overcome the Bullwhip Effect: Walmart Technique & Strategies

 SCM Bullwhip Effect Retailers around the world are constantly looking to improve business activity. One of the most significant challenges that companies go through in the planning and logistics of the supply chain is the well known as “bullwhip effect”, for many companies this incident is a phase that can be easily overcome, but … Read more

The Pros & Cons of China's Emperor K'ang-Hsi's Reign & Rule

 From a critical perspective, although valid, this book provides a one-sided argument in the support of K'ang-Hsi. Although some leaders may seem perfect, it is impossible to suggest that any one leader is faultless. Thus, Jonathan Spence misses an important issue regarding the reign of K'ang-Hsi, as he is portrayed as a benevolent ruler. … Read more

Exploring Kiix̣in IPCA: An Indigenous-Led Ecotourism Opportunity for Reconciliation

 1. Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas in Canada Canada has had long and unfortunate past with First Nation Peoples due to suppression and assimilation practices that took place across the country and reconciliation for these actions will take immense time and understanding to reach a point of trust. This is done by working towards … Read more

How Technology’s Advancement Has Increased Independent Musician’s Music Relevance in Popular Music Streaming Platforms

 Daniel Messersmith MUS 120-04 Inter-disciplinary Perspective Activity Eric Paton 16 November 2018 Independent Musician’s and Technology’s Influence on the Music Industry For as long as recorded music has been eminent, the methods of consumption and release have been important to the culture that surrounds it. In recent years, the industry of music has developed … Read more

Uncovering the Healing & Spiritual Power of Peyote: Revisiting its Schedule I Status

 Tyler Croson Plants and Civilization November 8th, 2018 Reschedule Peyote Found naturally in western Texas and northern Mexico a cactus called Lophophora williamsii or better known as Peyote still thrives. Peyote is said to be the oldest recognized plant drug that affects the brain dating back to almost 5,700 years (Cholden, 1956). Peyote is … Read more

Cognitive Dissonance & ELM: VW's "Clean Engine" Scandal & Reactions

 Cognitive Dissonance Theory, developed by Leon Festinger in 1957, explains the tendency among individuals to seek out and maintain stability between their attitudes and behavior. When, there are signs of instability, usually caused by a contradiction of their ideals, something must be done to reduce the dissonance that has been caused by the inconsistency. … Read more

Investigate the 1988 PEPCON Disaster and Its Causes: A Report

 The PEPCON Disaster Group B08 Hamish Milne, Louise O’Donnell, Robyn Watt, Harry Walton Abstract This report will discuss and examine the engineering disaster that took place on May 4th, 1988 at the Pacific Engineering and Production Company of Nevada (PEPCON) at the chemical plant in Henderson Nevada. Specifically, it will discuss the history of … Read more

Domestic Violence: Effects on Victims & Witnesses

 Final Paper Domestic Violence Abstract Domestic violence is a violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving spouses or partners. This paper will talk about describe the effects it has on the victim but the children and other witnesses as well. It will also talk about the violence in same sex couples as … Read more