Tag: HIST

Kalyssa Koontz

Discovering Cambodia: Decolonization, the Khmer Rouge, and the Effects on Human Trafficking Today

After going to Cambodia this last summer with NCU missions, I was challenged to make Cambodian history known to the West where it is rarely talked about. This presentation seeks to examine the recent history of Cambodia from the formation of the French Protectorate to the end of the terrible reign of the Khmer Rouge and how this historical cycle of decolonization has lead to the sex trafficking trade in Cambodia today. By examining key primary and secondary sources, this paper will briefly explain the recent history of Cambodia and finally, it will assess the current facts on sex-trafficking in Cambodia and how Cambodia found herself in her current situation with this social injustice.

HIST 499, Senior Capstone

Steve Goetz

P103

9:30 – 10 AM

Chris Longi

Aliyah: Origins of The Arab-Israeli Conflict

The Arab-Israeli conflict has been going on for more than 100 years and not many people understand how this current issue started. In my presentation I will try and bring light on what triggered the hostilities among the two groups. 

HIST 499, Senior Capstone

Ron Palmer

P103

10:20 – 10:40 AM

Alexandria Foster

New Generation of Open and Affirming Denominations

In my presentation I plan to explain the journey of becoming a denomination that is open and affirming to open homosexual individuals and partners. I will use the Episcopal Church USA and the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church of America) as case studies.

HIST 499, Senior Capstone

Steve Goetz

A201

9 – 9:30 AM

Daniel Jones

Evolution of the Thinking Soldier: How British Light Infantry of the War of Independence Paved the Way for the American Paratrooper

Throughout civilization, most armies were drilled to become a machine, moving as one. However, a few elite groups broke that mold, light infantry and paratroopers being striking examples. This work analyzes and compares these two groups.

HIST 499, Senior Capstone

Ron Palmer

A201

10:30 – 11 AM

Kalyssa Koontz

The Late, Great Western Front: A Historical Look into why the Western Front was Delayed in WWII

This presentation focuses on the question of “Why was the Western Front delayed in WWII?” This presentation will focus on the diplomatic as well as military reasons for delaying the western front.

HIST 490

Ron Palmer

A201

1 – 1:30 PM

Carlos Sandoval

The United States Involvement in Chile: the Undermining of Salvador Allende

In the 1970s, Chile democratically elected a socialist leader. However, outside sources, i.e. the United States, did not like the outcome of the election and did everything in their power to overthrow Salvador Allende. The purpose is to show how involved the U.S. truly was in the overthrow.

HIST 499, Senior Capstone

Steve Goetz

A201

10 – 10:30 AM

Kelly Bollenbaugh, Kalyssa Koontz, Patrick Rose, Amanda Vanderhoof & Katlyn Voight

Study Abroad/Away Experience Reflecting on Study Tour of Civil Way Battle Sites (Spring 2011)

This presentation highlights the importance of a study away experience. The panel is composed of students who participated in a summer class that explored several Civil War battle sites on the 150th sesquicentennial of the Civil War’s outbreak. Taking the sites in order, the class studied such places as Harper’s Ferry, Bull Run, Antietam, Gettysburg, Monocacy, Petersburg, and Appomattox. Central to the class was an analysis of the political and technological implications of the war.

HIST 407

Mick Bollenbaugh & Steve Goetz

Ross Evans Chapel

9 – 10 AM

Ali Foster

The Chilean Civil War of 1829

I will examine each side of the civil war and the historical actors of the war. I will go into depth on the social and economic characters of each side. I will also examine the same issues that were occurring in the other countries in Latin America during the time of the civil war.

HIST 440

Ron Palmer

A201

10 – 11 AM

Zachary Harper

Contemporary Christianity in India: Historical Perspective

This paper focuses on Christianity in India during the 20th century in the context of the historical presence since 1900. The growth, decline, and stagnation of Christianity will be evaluated in light of the particular cultural environment in the nation.

HIST 303

Ron Palmer & Chuck Sturms

A201

8:30 – 10 AM

Jordan Henderson

Contemporary Christianity in Korea: A Historical Perspective in Modern Day Christian Thought

Taking a look at Christianity in the past 100 years a lot of movement has been coming from Asia. Looking a the past 20 years we will see how Korea has played a role in the Christian faith.

HIST 303

Ron Palmer & Chuck Sturms

A201

8:30 – 10 AM

Kalyssa Koontz

The Bible and the Civil Way: the Prostitution of Scripture on both Sides of the War

This presentation will critically analyze the use or misuse of the Bible and the scriptures in both the North and the South during the Civil War. This presentation will consider the cultural, economic, and political factors which drove the understanding of the holy scriptures on both sides of the Civil War.

HIST 207/407

Steve Silver

P103

8:30 – 9:30 AM

Kalyssa Koontz

Contemporary Christianity in China: A Historical Perspective on the Growth of House Churches in China

This presentation will examine and assess the growth of un-registered (house) churches within China during the modern era of history from the beginning of WWI to present. This presentation will critically analyze the growth of these churches in China and the effect thy have on the overall Christian community in China.

HIST 303

Ron Palmer & Chuck Sturms

A201

8:30 – 10 AM

Cynthia Lopus

Contemporary Christianity in India: A Historical Perspective 1900-Present

This paper focuses on the impact on India due to current missions and Christianity as well as current information about Christians in India. The conclusion is how the Indian people have made Christianity a part of their society and its overall effect.

HIST 303

Ron Palmer & Chuck Sturms

A201

8:30 – 10 AM

Amanda Vanderhoof

Marcus Aurelius: The Persecution of Christians Under a Stoic Emperor

I am exploring the question of why the persecution of Christians happened during a time when an enlightened emperor would have give peace. An apology for the Roman perspective and Marcus Aurelius’ actions.

HIST 499, Senior Capstone

Steve Goetz

L203

10:30 – 11 AM

Katlyn Voight

European Development: How German Immigration Shaped Chile’s Southern Provinces

In the 19th century, the Chilean government sought European immigrants to develop the nation’s southern regions. The approximately 10,000 Germans who immigrated to Chile at that time were not only a unique situation in the history of immigration but an economic and cultural success.

HIST 440

Ron Palmer

A201

10 – 11 AM

Kalyssa Koontz

Hail Britannia! The First Industrialization in Great Britain and its affects on Europe’s Global Hegemony

This presentation will explore the rapid industrialization of Great Britain during the period of the First Industrial Revolution. The presentation and research presented will explore the affects of industrialization on European Dominance of the world.

HIST 380

Ron Palmer

A201

9 – 10 AM

Katlyn Voight

England’s Path to Global Hegemony-the Growth of English as a Business Language in Developing Nations”

I will discuss the growing influence English a second language (ESL) has on the cultures and economics of developing nations, as well as discuss whether the future impact of ESL will have on these nations is positive or negative.

HIST 380

Ron Palmer

A201

10 – 11 AM

Tim Bergquist

Commemorating the American Revolution with U.S. Stamps

Over 100 stamps have been issued by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to commemorate the revolutionary period in American history. What stories are they telling us about the birth of our nation? What events and people do these stamps portray? What is the significance of these events and people for our current time? Why should we care, as a people and a nation? This paper will explore these issues using illustrations of selected stamps from my personal collection.

HIST 334

Ron Palmer

A201

9:40 – 9:50 AM

Michael Gonzales

Butting Heads: Indians and English in the Chesapeake Region

In my research, I would like to trace Indians and Whites back to the establishment of the Jamestown colony in 1607. I will bring out certain events that have happened for nearly 170 years right before the Declaration of Independence. This will cover wars, treaties, poverty, racism, and more on the Chesapeake Indian communities.

HIST 334

Ron Palmer

A201

8:40 – 8:50 AM

Jordan Holland

The Profit of Slavery: Developing the Economy of the Colonies Through Slavery

The economic development of the North American colonies was essential for Europe. The most lucrative commodity for the colonies was the trafficking and use of slaves. From indentured servants to African slaves, the colonies’ economy was dependent on slavery. Through this dependence and continual trafficking of people from Africa the birth of different social attitudes towards slavery, such as racism and abolition, occurred.

HIST 334

Ronald Palmer

A201

8:50 – 9 AM