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Berkeley Seismological Lab - Guest Lecture: Ved Lekic Fall 2007
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Abstract: Berkeley Seismological Lab - Guest Lecture: Ved Lekic. From EPS 20 - Fall 2007 - Introduction to earthquakes, their causes and effects. General discussion of basic principles and methods of seismology and geological tectonics, distribution of earthquakes in space and time, effects of earthquakes, and ... More »
Building up to an Earthquake Fall 2007
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Abstract: Building up to an Earthquake. From EPS 20 - Fall 2007 - Introduction to earthquakes, their causes and effects. General discussion of basic principles and methods of seismology and geological tectonics, distribution of earthquakes in space and time, effects of earthquakes, and earthquake hazard and risk, ... More »
By Hand: Gary Stevens
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Abstract: SPARK follows sculptor Gary Stevens through his creative process, from harvesting unusual pieces of wood from ancient redwood forests through the painstaking work that produces his uniquely beautiful wood vessels. This Educator Guide is about the history and tradition of wood carving.
California and Earthquake from the course Earthquakes in Your Backyard
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Abstract: EPS 20: Earthquakes in Your Backyard - Fall 2006. The goal of this class is to inform future leaders of our society about the various hazards associated with earthquakes and tsunamis. You will learn to evaluate scientific information, solve problems and influence policy through the use of case studies.
California and Earthquakes Fall 2007
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Abstract: California and Earthquakes. From EPS 20 - Fall 2007 - Introduction to earthquakes, their causes and effects. General discussion of basic principles and methods of seismology and geological tectonics, distribution of earthquakes in space and time, effects of earthquakes, and earthquake hazard and risk, ... More »
California as a Region, Guest Lecture from the course World Regions, Peoples, and States
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Abstract: Geo 130: World Regions, Peoples, and States - Fall 2006. This course will provide a framework for recognizing and analyzing the major distinctive regions of the world in comparative context. The most important interrelations between environment, economy, ethnicity, and the national identity and viability ... More »
California As I Saw It: First-Person Narratives of California's Early Years, 1849-1900
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Abstract: consists of texts and illustrations of 190 works documenting California's history from the Gold Rush to the turn of the century. It captures the pioneer experience; encounters between Anglo-Americans and the diverse peoples who had preceded them; the transformation of the land by mining, ranching, agriculture, ... More »
California Gold: Northern California Folk Arts from the Thirties
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Abstract: is a multi-format ethnographic field collection project, undertaken during the New Deal, that includes sound recordings, still photographs, drawings, and written documents from a variety of European ethnic and English- and Spanish-speaking communities in Northern California.
California Heritage Digital Access Project
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Abstract: presents more than 28,000 images illustrating California's history and culture. The California Heritage Collection is part of the Online Archive of California, a compilation of guides to archival collections at more than 30 institutions. It includes information about the images, suggestions for their ... More »
Catastrophic Disaster Response - Guest Lecture: Jane MacQuarrie Fall 2007
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Abstract: Catastrophic Disaster Response - Guest Lecture: Jane MacQuarrie. From EPS 20 - Fall 2007 - Introduction to earthquakes, their causes and effects. General discussion of basic principles and methods of seismology and geological tectonics, distribution of earthquakes in space and time, effects of earthquakes, ... More »
Chinese Exclusion Act
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Abstract: Starting with the Gold Rush, Chinese migrated to California and other regions of the United States in search of work. As several photographs show, many Chinese found work in the gold mines and on the railroads. They accepted $32.50 a month to work on the Union Pacific in Wyoming in 1870 for the same ... More »
Coastal Clash: Understanding Private Property Rights
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Abstract: "Coastal Clash" is a one-hour documentary focusing on the urbanization of California's coastline. The activities and lesson plans for the film "Coastal Clash" target students at the high school level and align with the California State Standards for Government. Students will study the concept of "private ... More »
Collectors and Their Collections: Rene di Rosa
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Abstract: SPARK tags along with art collector Rene di Rosa as he trolls galleries and studios, looking for artists and artwork that appeal to his eclectic tastes. This Educator Guide addresses collecting as a personal preference, public tradition, and national obsession.
Debate on California Proposition 87 from the course Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science
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Abstract: PolySci 179: Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science - Fall 2006. Distinguished guest speakers discuss political issues facing the state of California, the United States, or the international community.
Debate on California Proposition 89 from the course Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science
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Abstract: PolySci 179: Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science - Fall 2006. Distinguished guest speakers discuss political issues facing the state of California, the United States, or the international community.
Debate on California State Proposition 85 from the course Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science
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Abstract: PolySci 179: Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science - Fall 2006. Distinguished guest speakers discuss political issues facing the state of California, the United States, or the international community.
Disaster
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Abstract: The people who came to California in search of gold were faced with the threat of disaster in every step of their journey. Many came by ship, even though shipwrecks were commonplace ? one set of lithographs depicts four shipwrecks that occurred within 60 days. Earthquakes were another fact of life in ... More »
Diversity in the Changing State
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Abstract: The Gold Rush had a tremendous impact on the population and culture of California. Before the Gold Rush, the population consisted mainly of Native Californians and Californios (settlers and landowners of mixed Spanish, Native Californian, and African descent). But gold fever brought people to California ... More »
Dust Bowl Migration
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Abstract: In 1931, a severe drought hit the Southern and Midwestern plains. As crops died and winds picked up, dust storms began. As the "Dust Bowl" photograph shows, crops literally blew away in "black blizzards" as years of poor farming practices and over-cultivation combined with the lack of rain. By 1934, ... More »
Early History of the California Coast
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Abstract: is a travel itinerary that highlights 45 historic places that help tell the story of Spanish colonization of California. Learn about forts, churches, adobe houses, historic districts, and other places. Find out about the Presidio, which was established in 1769 as the base for Spain's colonization efforts ... More »