Reflections

(The Cascades, Washington State, 2019. Joseph Kimsey) My annotated biography is intended to be a representative list of different facets of my ISS journey.  I’ve tried to show a diversity of opinions and outlooks within my research, but all have been crucial in my development.  Some of the sources, such as Adams and Popper, have […]

(Mt. St Helens, 2016. Joseph Kimsey) What is clear to me is that a mixed-method approach is best while researching. The quantitative approach is imperative to give weight and breadth to the research – utilizing a very small sample size of any demographic would minimize the worth of the data analyzed, indicating likely skewed results.

(Mt Rainier, 2019. Joseph Kimsey) The climb up the mountain commences… My portfolio is essentially the work of an interested, somewhat educated person who has a fascination for the social sciences. I am especially interested in the effects of hegemony and racism, as well as media (mis)representations of certain groups and demographics. Although acquiring the

(The Summit of Mt. Rainier, 2012. Joseph Kimsey) I’d initially described my journey in the University of Washington’s Integrated Social Sciences program as commencing on a mountain climb. I still find that metaphor appropriate, as this expedition has involved hard work, stunning views, a sense of purpose, and a tremendous sense of satisfaction for having