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Hialeah Campus
Silhouettes of Progress: Women’s Fashion Evolution, 1850–1910 |
The Yearning for Visualization of Depiction: Imagined Violence, Gendered Selfhood & the Real in 'I Saw the TV Glow' |
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Samar Dukmak is a 20 year old history major at MDC. Originally from Canada, Samar has Colombian roots and has been living in Hialeah since she was fifteen years old. She's also an advocate of environmentalism and is currently the president of Eco Club at Hialeah Campus. She first discovered her love of history at age 14 and decided to pursue it as her major at 16. She's taken a particular interest in fashion history and wishes to pursue it as a full-time career. Samar's motto for wanting to pursue is 'it's through the mistakes of the past that we learn what not to do in the future'. |
Tommy Red is a Mass Communication major currently studying at Miami Dade College. From the young age of four years old, He has been an avid reader which was encountered by his mother. This has led to him wishing to work in any work environment around books. He also is the Co-founder and Vice President of the Disability Pride club on the Wolfson campus. For his research project, he wants to analyze how the Queer community is fairing after all the anti-LGBTQ+ legislation this past year and how it's affecting them. |
Homestead Campus
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| Michelle Daniella Paredes Faculty Mentor: Michelle Grant-Murray |
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| Michelle Daniela Paredes is a dedicated and passionate dance major at Miami Dade College Kendall Campus. As the President of the Jubilation Dance Ensemble, she has had numerous opportunities to enhance her dance resume and work with talented artists and choreographers. Michelle's leadership skills were honed during her time at South Dade Senior High School, where she was a Co-Captain of the Cheerleading team and part of the Magnet Dance program. Recently, she performed with Carne Viva Dance Theatre. She aims to further her education by applying to the University of North Carolina Greensboro School of Dance for a B.F.A. |
Kendall Campus
| My name is Chelsey Dalberry, and I am a second year graphic design student at Miami Dade College. My research interests remain in the arts, and I will be discussing the art history of Wynwood. As someone born and raised in Miami with a passion for the arts one of my favorite things to do in the city is to emerge myself into the diverse art that Wynwood, our very own art district, has to offer. My future goals consist of being a successful graphic designer in Miami and becoming a part of the art spaces I have admired my whole life. Personally, all forms of artistic expression are big interests for me, being a source of understanding different perspectives and creating a talented community of such diverse people, coming together to share their experience through art. The sentiment of finding art in everything you see is a beautiful one. |
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Removing the ‘K’ out of K-pop: Will it Change the Tide? |
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| Magehela Requejo Faculty Mentor: David Heredia |
Alessia Rossi Faculty Mentor: Anthony Moreno |
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Magehela is a Drama major at Miami Dade College Kendall campus with a passion for humanities and theater. She immigrated to the United States from the Dominican Republic at the age of 6 and carries her culture with pride. She grew up in Miami and ever since she was a little girl she dreamed of creating an impact in both her culture and theater community. She is grateful to the Humanities Edge for this wonderful opportunity and allowing her to share her voice. |
Alessia Rossi is a Mass Communications and Journalism student at Miami Dade College Kendall Campus. Her goal is to gain her bachelor's degree in journalism and a masters in entertainment in order to become a journalist in the industry. Alessia Rossi is nineteen years old and hails from the Dominican Republic. Since she was a little girl, she would go to the theater with her mother where would see orchestra plays, musicals, and ballet recitals, eventually becoming a Broadway actress for a time. These experiences made her passionate for the arts, writing, music, books, and K-pop. As a member of Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Kappa Delta, she puts her heart into every word she writes, driven by her belief that journalism should be honest and transparent. She also hopes that her passion for the arts, music, and writing will transform her into a journalist who makes a difference in the world. |
The Digital Metamorphosis of Animation: Vincent Van Gogh and Ethical Frameworks in Contemporary Art Culture |
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| Sofia Soler Faculty Mentor: Amar Sawhney |
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Sofia Soler Lopez, a 22-year-old Colombian student, is in her second year pursuing an Associate degree in Computer Arts Animation at Miami Dade College's Kendall Campus. She is also completing an Advanced Technical Certification in Museum & Gallery Studies and plans to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design. Her years of self-directed practice in traditional art led her to explore the intersection of design and technology. Sofia envisions working across multiple creative mediums and platforms, and to expand her capabilities, she plans to integrate computer science into her career path. As an emerging artist in an increasingly digital domain, Sofia is particularly drawn to animation's potential. She aims to research the ethical implications of transforming artworks by applying these technologies. Recognizing that animation can compromise an artwork's original context, she questions whether the industry should establish standards for creating, authenticating, and identifying reliable animated adaptations. |
North Campus
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My name is Andrew Taylor, and I’m a second-year Music major at Miami Dade College. I’m a 4.0 student and a member of Phi Theta Kappa. Jazz, particularly Jazz electric guitar, captivates me, making it an easy choice to study Charlie Christian’s groundbreaking style. My passion for music and faith go hand in hand, as I regularly play guitar at my church and write worship music. I am also an Emmy Nominee, a recognition that further motivates me to bring my musical ambitions to life. Beyond performance, I’m deeply interested in the origins of Jazz and Ragtime and am eager to explore their historical roots. Looking to the future, I aspire to perform on major stages, creating and sharing music that glorifies God and reaches new audiences. My goal is to use my talents to inspire others, drawing people closer to God’s message and bringing joy through the beauty of music. |
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Padrón Campus
Echoes of Fear, Paranoia, and Power: McCarthyism in Arthur Miller's The Crucible |
Constantly Running Away: Miami's Modern Rock Music Scene |
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Luis Baez is a second-year student at Miami Dade College, majoring in the humanities with a strong passion for theater and social justice. Throughout high school and college, he has taken on numerous roles in musical theater and dramatic performances, exploring the power of art to convey complex social issues. Growing up in Nicaragua, a country deeply affected by political conflict and communism, Luis is inspired to draw connections between historical events and modern-day implications, which led him to research the themes of The Crucible and McCarthyism. His project seeks to uncover the parallels between oppressive systems and societal reactions to fear and control, reflecting his commitment to exploring narratives that advocate for awareness and change. Luis’s ultimate goal is to use his creative and academic skills to raise awareness and deepen understanding of the socio-political dynamics impacting individuals and communities worldwide. |
Robin Garrido Fernandez is a second-year student at Miami-Dade College, currently pursuing an associate’s degree in English/Literature and English Education. When he isn’t attending classes or completing academic assignments, Robin dedicates a considerable portion of his daily life to practicing, recording, and performing music. For several years, he has played guitar and keyboard while also contributing to the songwriting process for two local alternative/indie bands. As a result, selecting an appealing topic for the research component of his participation in the Humanities Edge Fall 2024 Cohort was always a relatively straightforward task. Robin aims to analyze the challenges and obstacles faced by artists in Miami’s current underground live rock music scene. Naturally, he hopes that the completion of this research will spread enthusiasm and appreciation for the work that this tremendously talented and diverse community has to offer. |
Wolfson Campus
How community mobilization drives social change in the American women’s rights movement during the second and fourth waves of feminism |
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Brendan Chuy is a 21-year-old second-year English literature major at the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College. He is an editor in the campus’s literary magazine Metromorphosis and has been inducted into Phi Theta Kappa’s Beta Kappa Iota Chapter at Padrón Campus. Chuy is also a fellow in the Humanities Edge Undergraduate Research cohort and a member of the new Kendall Campus English Honor Society. Chuy was born in Miami to two parents who immigrated to Florida at a young age from Nicaragua and Cuba, bringing many stories of their countries and family history with them. This was the start of his love for stories, and with his passion and education, he pursues the ultimate goals of an MFA in Creative Writing and a career as a published author. This lifelong passion for stories in all their forms has grown into a deep love for storytelling and its power to move readers by sharing the lessons learned through its characters. |
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An Exploration of Tarot’s Journey: From Mysticism to Self-Help |
How Lack of Sex Affects Young Adult Men’s Mental Health in Generation Z |
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| Star Isabella Romero, 20, is a second-year student majoring in Philosophy at Miami Dade College North Campus. She volunteers at the North Campus library, where she shelves books, assists students, and processes donated materials. Star aims to earn an associate’s degree in philosophy and then pursue a master’s in library and museum science, focusing on archival science. In her leisure time, Star enjoys calligraphy, reading, and writing movie reviews and short stories inspired by mythology, fairy tales, and her life experiences. Star is keenly interested in spirituality, occult studies, mythology, psychology, and theology. | My name is Alexander Raul Ros, and I am a sophomore drama student at MDC Wolfson. Some recent achievements I’ve accomplished are becoming a Civic Ambassador of iCED, Vice President of the Thespian Society, and SGA Changemaking Director. I enjoy developing my skills as an actor, director, and writer and hope to transfer somewhere that will further enhance my abilities. One of my daily objectives is to become a more conscientious individual than the day before; constantly I ask myself, “What can I do to improve the world?” My ultimate goal is to inspire others to make lifelong commitments to create a more united and healthier Earth. Hopefully one day I will have the resources, skills, and opportunities to create advocacy through my art. |