Social Implications for Refugees in North Carolina
I. Preface Growing up, I spent most of my summers traveling to different countries to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. My drives to school never ceased to remind me of this passion due to an apartment complex nestled in … Read more
The Effects of COVID-19 on the Social Dynamic at Knight’s Play Golf Center
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
New Versus Old: Investigation on Customers of Two Drink Stores
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
Small Town Social
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
The Authentic Diner Comeback
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
Living Without Technology Among a Global Pandemic
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
Coffee Shop Culture at DeBeen Espresso
Preface: DeBeen Espresso is a cozy, local coffee shop in High Point, North Carolina that draws people of various ages and backgrounds to come and work there. Since the ongoing pandemic has changed the roles of first and second spaces- … Read more
The Appeal of Rea Farms Park
Preface: Living in the Charlotte area, I have the opportunity to drive past many places that can serve as entertainment. These places include restaurants, sporting areas, shopping centers, and parks. My friends and I always try to find new … Read more
A Shopper’s Paradise
Preface: A store on a college campus is bound to have many uses, but what is the main use of a store like Target on the University of Cincinnati (UC) campus? As a college student, I had many initial assumptions … Read more
Grocery Shopping in a Global Pandemic
Preface Located in the Charlotte metropolitan area, Harris Teeter serves a diverse population in a variety of ways. It functions as a typical grocery store, but it also contains a pharmacy, Starbucks, bar, meal stations, and a space … Read more