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Articles by Emma A. Sower
Gun attitudes and opinions of self‐defense laws among college students
INTRODUCTION On April 13, 2023, 84-year-old Andrew Lester shot 16-year-old Ralph Yarl twice through the house's front glass door after Ralph rang the doorbell at the wrong house while attempting to pick up his twin brothers. After the shooting, which occurred without any verbal interaction, Mr. Lester was charged with first-degree assault, the equivalent of attempted murder.
UA history course explores queerness in the South
Emma Sower, Contributing Writer April 10, 2022 Debates and discussions regarding queer rights and identity in America have been widespread for decades, with many conversations focusing on cities thought to be the epicenters of queer culture, including San Francisco and New York City. In many cases, this discussion excludes the South.
Faculty art on display in biennial exhibition
Emma Sower, Contributing Writer February 13, 2022 Drawing on a tradition that has existed in The University of Alabama’s Department of Art and Art History for decades, the Sarah Moody Gallery of Art is hosting the Faculty Biennial Exhibition, which features paintings, digital art and sculptures.
Sustainable fashion doesn’t have to be complicated
Emma Sower, Contributing Writer January 30, 2022 Fast fashion companies are on the rise among college students for their inexpensive, easily accessible products. However, these companies’ unethical practices raise questions as to whether there’s a better way to shop. Perhaps the most well-known fast fashion retailer, Shein, an online clothing store that boasts trendy pieces at incredibly low prices, has recently seen a large increase in popularity.
‘Jinxed’: Upcoming sitcom features UA students and staff
Emma Sower, Contributing Writer January 12, 2022 From three UA student producers comes “Jinxed,” a sitcom that tells a tale of mistakes, redemption and the understanding that life often works out best when we stop trying to force it to.
The Capstone celebrates the Festival of Lights
Emma Sower, Contributing Writer November 10, 2021 In honor of Diwali, a major holiday celebrated mainly by people of the Hindu, Jain and Sikh religions, the Indian Students Association of Tuscaloosa has partnered with the South Asian Culture Club for a celebration on Friday. Diwali, typically observed for one to five days, celebrates new beginnings and the victory of good over evil.
Romeo and Juliet, but make it the Iron Bowl
Emma Sower and Bianca McCarty October 24, 2021 Courtesy of the Alabama School of Fine Arts Modernizations of Shakespeare’s classic “Romeo and Juliet” have graced both the screen and the stage, but none capture the essence of Alabama quite like the Alabama School of the Fine Arts’ production of “Romeo and Juliet: Iron Bowl Edition.” The adaptation is a cultural phenomenon, something that could only exist in the state of Alabama.
The Same Dynamics, Different Tactics: Domestic Violence During COVID-19
Introduction During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) issued shelter-in-place orders or recommendations to protect the United States from exposure to the virus. However, these orders unintentionally caused some individuals to become trapped in incredibly isolating conditions with their abusive partners. These conditions have led researchers to predict that rates of domestic violence (DV) cases will rise globally during and after the pandemic.
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