Respondez! Vol. 11

Abstract

Respondez! (1992-2015) became Respond, starting with the 2016 issue. Respondez! is a poem written by Walt Whitman in 1871 as a call to action. The Respond staff interprets Whitman’s poem as a call for new, emerging ideas to be brought fourth and challenged. The journal embodies Walt Whitman’s poem by aiming to publish informative research that challenges mainstream assumptions.
'Implied in the philosophy of Honors at the University of Tampa is the desire to stand at the boundary between the known and the un­known, the perceived and the barely- per­ceived needs and values in our society, between a centered and yet always open and growing self. To give voice to that which because of our prevalent mindset is now voiceless, shape to what now goes unseen, strength and life to that which is crushed and unempowered: this is the creative task to which our Honors learning community commits itself."
Dr. Francis Gillen Founder, Honors Program The University of Tampa
-A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR-
The 2002 edition of Respondez! brings a new creative vi­sion to the journal. Not only does this year's journal contain strong academic papers by some of The University of Tampa's brightest honors students; it also spotlights the talents of a gifted editorial staff. While it may say Editor-in-Chief next my name, I was merely the organizer of a fine group of ladies with editorial, layout, and photographic talents.
Words cannot describe how important the layout expertise of Jen Miller was to the assembly of this year's journal . She spent long hours molding the papers, pictures, and introductory pages into one body to become the book you are now reading.
The unique visual flair of this year's Respondez! is due in large part to the creative vision of Deborah Bauer. The addition of photography to the journal was her brainchild, and the initial con­cept for the cover that greets you was also hers.
The editorial board that selected this year's papers had strong opinions on what Respondez! 2002 should be. The goal was to choose strong papers with diverse subject matter that would make an interesting and informative journal. I feel the board has succeeded. Respondez! 2002 will give you an in depth look at a literary classic, take you around our world to experience India, Ire­land, and Spain, transport you to the farthest reaches of space, and·bring you back home to take a second look at a familiar speech given by one of this country's greatest leaders.
The eight ladies who worked with me on this year's Respondez! have set a new standard for what this journal is and what it hopefully will be in the future. I challenge next year's editor and staff to take the groundwork laid by Respondez! 2002 and build straight up, always looking forward to what can be.
Jennifer Dawson, Editor-in-Chief, Respondez! 2002

Description

Respondez! is published annually by the Univer­ sity of Tampa Honors Program. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to submit their nonfiction-research papers, personal essays, critical thought, etc. We welcome written re­ sponses to the articles, though the authors are solely responsible for their opinions. We are also receptive to any suggestions you may have concerning publication.

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The University of Tampa, University of Tampa Honors Program, Journal

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