Academic Work
Projects
Selected papers and analyses from academic coursework, demonstrating research, argumentation, and written communication skills.
Humanities Project: Heroes
An exploration of heroism across cultures and historical periods, examining how societies define, construct, and celebrate heroic figures. The paper analyzes archetypal hero narratives — from ancient mythology to contemporary media — and investigates how the concept of the "hero" reflects the values and anxieties of its time.
Literary Analysis: "Sonny's Blues"
A close reading of James Baldwin's short story "Sonny's Blues," exploring the themes of suffering, redemption, and the power of art as a medium for understanding and communicating pain. The analysis focuses on Baldwin's use of jazz as both narrative metaphor and structural device, and examines how the story portrays brotherhood and the difficult act of truly listening to another person.
Additional Assignments
A collection of shorter written assignments, response papers, and in-class exercises completed across coursework. These works demonstrate ongoing development in research methodology, argumentation, and disciplinary writing conventions.