A Senior Capstone Experience by Faye Dorman ’26 Submitted to the Department of Economics and Communications & Media Studies Advised by Dr. Meghan Grosse & Dr. Rocio Suárez Contributor Biography: Faye Dorman graduated with honors from Washington College with a B.A. in Communications and Media Studies and Economics, and was awarded the Communications and Media…
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Cloud Tectonics: A Directing Theatre Thesis
A Senior Capstone Experience by Sergio Cilla ’26 Submitted to the Department of Theatre & Dance Advised by Prof. Dale Daigle Contributor Biography: Sergio Cilla is an Argentine educator, writer, and theatre artist. Born in Buenos Aires, he has devoted his professional life to language teaching and adult education in Argentina and the United States….
Behavioral Correlates of Coloration in Tropical Anurans
A Senior Capstone Experience by Justin Looper ’26 Submitted to the Department of Biology Advised by Dr. Rinehimer Contributor Biography: Justin holds a B.A. in Biology (Organismal Physiology Concentration) with minors in Chemistry, Chesapeake Bay Regional Studies. During his time at Washington College, he immersed myself in a variety of research and experiential learning opportunities…
±DOI Attenuates Spontaneous Recovery in a SEFL Extinction Paradigm
A Senior Capstone Experience by Sara Sypolt ’26 Submitted to the Department of Psychology Advised by Dr. Daniel Kochli Contributor Biography: Sara graduated Washington College with a B.A. in Psychology magna cum laude and with successful completion of pharmacy school pre-requisites. As a senior, he was recognized with the Psychology Department Capstone Experience Award, the…
“More Life”: The Jacob Cycle and the Book of Mormon as transformation in Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes
A Senior Capstone Experience by Evelyn Lucado ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Rydel Contributor Biography: Evelyn Lucado graduated from WC in 2026. During her time at Washington, she served as Editor in Chief of The Elm and social media manager for Writers’ Union, worked as a poetry screener for Cherry…
Black Trauma is Not White Property: Examining Black Girl Trauma in Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye Against the Eurocentrism of Modern Trauma Theory
A Senior Capstone Experience by Sheri Swayne ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Sean Meehan Contributor Biography: Sheri Swayne is an alum of Washington College and writes creative non-fiction, critical essays, and enthusiastic movie reviews on Letterboxd. She is a 2026 Sophie Kerr finalist and centers topics of race and mixed-race…
The Majority Descent to Minority: Redefining American Democracy and Freedom in Ellison’s Invisible Man
A Senior Capstone Experience by Andraya Sudler ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Elizabeth Foley O’Connor Contributor Biography: Andraya Sudler graduated magna cum laude from Washington College in May 2026. During her time at the college, Sudler spent most of her days capturing student life on campus as a Marketing &…
Tragic Texts as Tools for Hope: Processing Trauma and Building Connections Post-Tragedy through Literature
A Senior Capstone Experience by Melinda Kern ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Rydel Contributor Biography: Melinda Kern is a recent graduate who majored in English and Psychologyfrom Laurel, MD. She enjoys writing, hiking, and doing ceramics in her free time. Short Description: “Tragic Texts as Tools for Hope” explores how…
Divine Ances-Tree: Theological Connections in a Medieval Book of Hours
A Senior Capstone Experience by Elizabeth Fitzpatrick ’26 Submitted to the Department of Art & Art History Advised by Dr. Ben Tilghman Contributor Biography: Since graduating from Washington College, Elizabeth is pursuing a master’s degree in art history at American University. In the future she hopes to work in a museum to share her love…
“Fair Freedom rose New-England to adorn,”: Phillis Wheatley Peters’ Sanctioned Subversive Poetics of Revolution
A Senior Capstone Experience by Emmie Meeks ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Charles Contributor Biography: Emmie Meeks graduated from Washington College with a B.A. in English and minor in Education Studies. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Responsive Literacy Education, English Education from the University of Colorado –…
The Transness of Bastardy and the Transformative Power of Love: Recognition of Edmund in King Lear
A Senior Capstone Experience by Jaya Basu ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Rydel Contributor Biography: Jaya S. Basu is a multi-disciplinary writer and theater artist based in Washington D. C. Their play MAHAMOHA was the recipient of several awards at the American College Theatre Festival, and was featured as a…
“Angry people are not always wise,” unless… | Conditional and Homocentric Anger in Pride and Prejudice
A Senior Capstone Experience by Savannah Nies ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Katherine Charles Contributor Biography: Savannah Nies is a 2026 graduate of Washington College who studied English and creative writing. She is originally from Kent Island, Maryland and after graduation she began to pursue a career in museum curation….
Analyzing Public Displays of Affection Cross-Nationally
A Senior Capstone Experience by Celia Long ’26 Submitted to the Department of Sociology and Communications & Media Studies Advised by Dr. Meghan Grosse & Dr. Erin Anderson Contributor Biography: Celia graduated summa cum laude from Washington College with a B.A. inSociology and Communication & Media Studies and a minor in Justice, Law, and Society….
The Virgin Guadalupe and Her Political Journey
A Senior Capstone Experience by Roselyn Garcia ’26 Submitted to the Department of Art & Art History Advised by Ben Tilghman & Heather Harvey Contributor Biography: Roselyn Garcia-Mendoza is a Salvadoreña American from Silver Spring, Maryland. They have always felt passionate about the topics of art/history and Central American culture. Despite demonstrating their knowledge and…
I was here once
A Senior Capstone Experience by Stevie Lyles ’26 Submitted to the Department of Music Advised by Ken Schweitzer Contributor Biography: Stevie Lyles is a 2026 graduate with a degree in Music. She is also therecipient of the George Washington Medal and a Member of the Phi Beta Kappa HonorSociety. She is currently working as a…
“A New Declaration of Independence”: Refiguring the Family in Louisa May Alcott’s Work
A Senior Capstone Experience by Grace Hogsten ’25 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Katie Charles Contributor Biography: During her time at Washington College, Grace Hogsten worked at Washington College Review, The Elm, Collegian, the Miller Library, and the writing center. After graduation, she began working in elementary education and plans to pursue a career in…
Imitation versus Emulation: The Emergence and Significance of Greek Art in Rome
By: Rebecca Kanaskie ’21, an English major. The following work was created for ANT/ENV 107: Introduction to Environmental Archaeology. Brief description: “This essay is an attempt to explain and highlight the emergence of Greek art in Roman society as a result of diffusion and emulation rather than appropriation. It draws on specific examples from Roman…
Featured Artist: Dylan Grimes ’19
Dylan Grimes is a Studio Art and Biology double major. The following work was created for ART 394: Art and Language. Artist Statement: “A sound progression of the heart going through common emotions from resting to more vigorous emotions.” Dylan R. Grimes grew up in small town, Ridgely, MD. She is currently in her last…
