Preface Having a social life six and a half months into a pandemic is fairly difficult as indoor gathering places are largely closed. However, golf courses have always served as a social gathering hub that conveniently encompasses a large swath … Read more

http://vimeo.com/469124610Preface: I am not sure about my fellow classmates, but I am exhausted right now. It seems like it is always go! go! go! with little relaxation time. For my ethnographic study, I took a look at the courtyard in … Read more

URL for Presentation: https://youtu.be/LUr_BiVTRio Preface: The younger generation in today’s China is heavily impacted by the rising cultural phenomenon of drinking made-to-order tea. My friends and I are no exception to its vast influence: when hanging out, we would order … Read more

Location: Topsail Beach Access Research Question: What motivates young adults to use this beach, and how has COVID-19 impacted these activities and this population?   Introduction:   Hello, I’m Sydney Hardee and I’m a freshman studying media and journalism at … Read more

  Chris Hewgley Preface: Maple View is an ice cream parlor located in rural Hillsborough. It is a locally owned business which I was recently exposed to for the first-time, last month, and I loved the beauty of the surrounding … Read more

PREFACE Retail spaces and parking lots serve for more uses than shopping; parking lots are a space for people to linger after shopping or use the area for sitting in their car without being accused of loitering. It is very … Read more

Preface: Growing up Indian, I always noticed the lack of emphasis on mental health within my culture. Being depressed was treated as if it was a figment of one’s imagination; those who opened up about their issues were told to … Read more

Preface People may initially come to authentic diners for a variety of reasons – novelty, reviews, recommendations – but the majority of business for most restaurants is repeat business. I’ve been to Gypsy’s about 10 times, returning for celebrations, proximity, … Read more

  Preface: Recently, the adolescent consumption of coffee has become very normal to many. Personally, I drink coffee at least once a day for the energy boost, this leads me to frequently use coffee shops. As a café regular, I … Read more

  Preface: The COVID-19 pandemic has taken over the world. Almost everyone has been affected by the virus either directly, or indirectly. Social media has been flooded with social distancing reminders and masks have been integrated into everyone’s wardrobe. For … Read more