Acknowledgements This second edition of 1866, Rust College’s digital student research journal is only made possible through the commitment of faculty to undergraduate research. Thanks to faculty across the College who continually involve our students in research experiences and who uphold high standards of scholarship. With this edition, special thanks then goes to the Social Science faculty who invested themselves in their student work from the proposal stage through to the final project. A goal is to have the work included here disseminated broadly, to create conversation around issues studied, and to prepare students for graduate work. Already, we can see that research experiences and the opportunity for publication are preparing students for the next level. Finally, thanks to Dr. Paul Lampley, Vice President for Academic Affairs, for pushing for the journal over the years and for providing the type of intellectual interest and support needed to see each edition to fruition.
1866: Rust College Journal of Student Research – Social Science
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