DSpace Community: Gettysburg College

“Passages” Mural on College Union Building

Thu, 15 May 2008 21:11:48 GMT

Title: “Passages” Mural on College Union Building

Authors: Ryan, Elizabeth

Abstract: This student paper was written in the Fall of 2006 by Elizabeth Ryan, Class of 2008, for Dr. Michael Birkner's HIST 300: Historical Method class. This student paper discusses the four panel painting entitled "Passages" which hangs in the Ball room of the College Union Building (CUB) at Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, PA. The panels by Ellen Elmes depict the history of Gettysburg College and were donated by Luther Ritter, Class of 1933.

The Columned Building: A Gettysburg Legacy

Thu, 15 May 2008 20:52:17 GMT

Title: The Columned Building: A Gettysburg Legacy

Authors: Jackson, Brett

Abstract: This student paper was written in the Fall of 2006 by Brett Jackson, Class of 2008, for Dr. Michael Birkner's HIST 300: Historical Method class. This student paper discusses the Eisenhower residence located at 157 N. Washington St., Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA.

Portrait of Professor Breidenbaugh

Thu, 15 May 2008 20:36:54 GMT

Title: Portrait of Professor Breidenbaugh

Authors: Heckel, Melissa

Abstract: This student paper was written in the Fall of 2006 by Melissa Heckel, Class of 2009, for Dr. Michael Birkner's HIST 300: Historical Method class. This student paper discusses the life and academic contributions of Professor Edward S. Breidenbaugh. Special attention is given to the portrait of Dr. Breidenbaugh that hangs in the Science Center at Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, PA.

Killing in Combat: The Psychological Impact on Self and the Struggle to Obtain Healing

Mon, 12 May 2008 15:55:37 GMT

Title: Killing in Combat: The Psychological Impact on Self and the Struggle to Obtain Healing

Authors: Gidley, Emilie

Abstract: This student paper was written in the Spring Semester of 2008 by Emilie Gidley, Class of 2008, for Philosophy Professor Rajmohan Ramanathapillai as part of a Peace & Justice Studies independent study. The paper examines what has changed since the time of World War II that would explain why so many soldiers suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder today than did in the past.