海角社区

This research focuses on health and community building in San Antonio鈥檚 Queer Community from 1980-2000. During this historical period, the Queer social climate changed immensely, such as the AIDS Epidemic and the rise of discrimination against Queer individuals. The goal of this research is to determine how these external factors allowed for these Queer individuals to build their community. Furthermore, Queer voices whose stories have yet to be explored will be able to be told. Primary sources in the form of periodicals written by the Queer community will be analyzed to observe how Queer individuals dealt with the changing social climate, and their ability to adapt. In addition, secondary sources will also be referenced to provide further historical context of Queer life.

Through my research I am attempting to find a correlation, if any, between meditation and a more effective recovery after exercise. In order to do this I will track heart rate variability and sleep quality for one week using a wearable tracker. This week will be used to provide baseline data about the participant. I will then provide the participants with a meditative program instructing them to meditate before bed while also tracking the same measurables mentioned earlier for the same time period. Using the data collected I hope to provide information to all about the benefits, if any, meditation can provide to recovery.