Vassar College Digital Library

Vassar Scholarship

Vassar Scholarship, the institutional repository formerly known as Digital Window, reflects the research and scholarly output of the Vassar College community.  It provides access to a variety of collections, including senior theses and projects across a wide range of disciplines.

Can You Hear Us? A Content Analysis of Queer Representation in Audio Dramas

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2021-January-01
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In this thesis, I analyze queer representation in seven popular audio drama podcasts. By studying examples of implicit and explicit mentions of sexuality and gender identity, queerness as an integral plot point, and general discussions of sexuality, along with fan...

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The effect of union coverage on workers’ economic security and resilience to shocks

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2022-May-02
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Labor unions have been widely documented as powerful institutions for workers
seeking better compensation and working conditions in their employment. However, there has been relatively little research on whether the benefits that come with
union coverage can displace the need...

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