It is with great pride and pleasure that we publish 16 Senior Capstone Experiences from the Class of 2026 in disciplines such as: psychology, English, theatre, economics, and art. It is an honor to highlight the hard work of our peers and cheer you on as you pursue your chosen paths. Jessica, Siobhan, and Piper
Category: Volume XXXIII.2
The Sustainability of Perceived Benefit: An Advertising and Public Relations Analysis of Nuclear Energy Production in Japan
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…
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…
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…
“Whan they were clothed in Lyncolne grene”: Dressing a Gentrifying Robin Hood
A Senior Capstone Experience by Jove DiFiore Gleason ’26 Submitted to the Department of English Advised by Dr. Courtney Rydel Contributor Biography: Jove DiFiore Gleason (he/they) is an aspiring medievalist and current jack of all creative trades. He’s currently rewatching Star Trek while applying for grad school and can’t bring himself to critique the costumes…
