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Economics and Statistics

GIG Economy – The Future of Employment

This paper examines the rise of the gig economy and its shift away from traditional full-time work toward short-term, on-demand jobs. It explores the appeal of flexibility and independence, while also addressing issues like job insecurity, lack of benefits, and weak legal protections for workers. The paper also analyzes how businesses benefit from this model, the growing role of digital technology, and the need for government regulation. It concludes by considering how continued growth in gig work may reshape the future of employment and economic stability.

Kateryna Skliarova

3/31/2026

Environment and Geography

Bipolarity of "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle"

in Developed vs Developing Regions

The paper examines the concept of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” and how its meaning and impact differ between developed and developing regions. It explores how vagueness, unequal access to knowledge, and economic and infrastructural barriers shape the effectiveness of the 3Rs across the globe. The paper also critiques how sustainability initiatives can unintentionally reinforce global inequality and superiority, arguing for greater international support and cooperation to achieve truly equitable environmental progress

Maryam Qureshi

2/8/2026

Literature and Mental Health

Written in Pain:

What Osamu Dazai Taught Me About Surviving Myself

Osamu Dazai’s novel No Longer Human and its portrayal of alienation, shame, and identity crisis. It connects these themes to the emotional struggles faced by many youth today, particularly regarding mental health and social pressure. The paper also includes a personal reflection on how Dazai’s work resonated with me and why his voice remains important for modern readers.

Alice Preciado

2/7/2026

Environment and Geography

How Has the Imposition of US Tariffs Contributed

to the Economic Tensions Between the United States and China,

Challenging Global Hegemony?

This paper examines how US tariffs on Chinese imports have increased economic tensions between the United States and China while challenging the existing global balance of power. It explores the effects of the 2018 and 2025 tariffs on trade, global supply chains, and key industries, as well as China's retaliatory measures. The paper also analyzes the broader geopolitical competition between the two nations through the lens of hegemonic stability and the rise of a multipolar world order. It concludes by arguing that continued economic rivalry makes diplomatic cooperation essential for long-term global stability.

Zaineb Zouaoui

7/6/2026