Abstract
This paper presents an analysis of North Carolina 's erosion of sand dunes. The author examines the causes and solutions to the problem and provides a brief overview of how sand dunes are formed.

From the Paper
"The erosion of North Carolina's sand dunes causes definite and easily recognizable problems for North Carolina's coastal communities. The erosion of sand dunes and beaches from North Carolina's barrier islands and mainland coast causes problems for residential and commercial developments, which rely on these dunes and beaches for protection against storm surges. While hurricanes and strong storms have been few this year, in past years these storms have devastated coastal communities with flooding and strong winds, causing tens of millions of dollars in damage in the past decade. (Orrin 142) The best prevention against damage to homes and businesses is the protection and replenishment of sand dunes. It is important to remember that "nature maintains the dynamic equilibrium of the beaches through the unceasing trade of four factors." These factors are material, energy, shape, and sea level. (Kaufman 15) Dune erosion is a major problem for North Carolina coastal communities, but new preservation methods and building codes cause less damage to dunes and homes and allow damaged dunes to be repaired or replenished."

Tags:carolina, ecology, erosion, north, geography

Abstract
This paper examines the relationship of the South Carolina Creeks, the native peoples of this region, with the English settlers. The Creek suffered several setbacks in this relationship throughout the 18th Century, especially in regard to trade in wild game. According to the paper, conflict was inevitable between the Creek and the English.

From the Paper
"The South Carolina Creeks claimed a special place with the English, or so they thought. The Creek suffered several setbacks in this relationship throughout the 18th Century. The pressure of trade in regards to wild game increased--populations were decreasing--and settlers were flooding the backcountry. Conflict was inevitable between the Creek and the English. It is important to note that the backcountry offered a "frontier exchange economy" until the mid 1750's when the clashes between the settlers and the Creek occurred more often ..."

Tags:south, carolina, creek

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This paper is a memorandum of voting fairness in North Carolina. It starts with a historical perspective surveying the federal and state constitutional provisions regarding voting. The history of the state is reviewed including the enactment of three constitutions and the evolving rights to vote outlining the unfair restrictions place upon African-Americans in particular. The federal legislative intervention is included, in particular, the voting rights act of 1965. Recent judicial developments are also reviewed, in particular, the gerrymander case of "Shaw v. Reno". Finally the present state of affairs is presented.

Tags:north carolina, voting, legal

Abstract
This paper presents a proposal to explore the levels and education and unemployment in South Carolina.

From the Paper
"South Carolina has a population that was estimated at some 4,255,083 in 2005. Of this population, approximately 24% is rural. A lot of these people are not doing well financially, with an average poverty rate in 2003 of 13.8%. Broken down further, the poverty rate in rural areas is 16.2%, and in urban areas 13%. (USDA, 2006a) This is higher than the national average poverty level of 12.2%, and markedly higher in the rural areas. (Bureau of the Census, 2003)"

Tags:education, unemployment, s carolina

Abstract
This paper examines the nature of the gambling issue in South Carolina by discussing the arguments both for and against legalization. Of course, as will become evident, the arguments against legalization are much more prevalent and vocal than those for it. It mentions powerful religious groups in the state, who use their influence to affect political decisions on the matter.

From the Paper
"Few contemporary social issues in South Carolina are as heatedly debated as whether or not gambling should be legalized in the state. The divide between those who are in favor of it and those who oppose it often revolves around the economic benefits and the morality of the issue. Given the relative economic depression of South Carolina, it may seem surprising to some that the residents of the state wouldn't embrace gambling initiatives that would bring more development and jobs to the area. And yet, the history of gambling in South Carolina has been less than savory for so long that the public cries of immorality carry significant weight in the state. The purpose of this essay is to examine the nature of the gambling issue in South Carolina by discussing the arguments both for and against legalization. Of course, as will become evident, the arguments ..."

Tags:gambling, south, carolina

Abstract
One key reason that the Civil War was fought was to preserve the union of states, as the southern states, one by one, seceded from the United States in order to form the Confederate States of America. This secession, which threatened to destroy the new nation before it had time to fully blossom, began with South Carolina's exit from the union of the United States in 1860. This paper discusses why South Carolina seceded, the effect that this action had on the rest of the southern states, and the role that South Carolina's action played in sparking the Civil War.

Paper Outline:
Introduction
A Nation Divided
South Carolina Leads the Secession Movement
Effects of South Carolina's Secession
South Carolina Sparks Civil War
Aftermath of Secession
Works Cited

From the Paper
"South Carolina's intense desire for freedom from the constraints of the U.S. culminated in the conflict at Fort Sumter, Charleston, on April 12, 1861. Based on previously unsuccessful efforts for South Carolina to gain control of this fort, still under U.S. military control, South Carolina formed a huge army of its own and attacked Fort Sumter, gaining control of it and killing U.S. soldiers in the process. This act of rebellion constituted treason against the U.S., and in response, Abraham Lincoln called up 75,000 troops to squash the confederacy."

Tags:abolitionist, John, Brown's, Raid, Abraham, Lincoln, slavery

Abstract
This paper examines and analyzes the colonial history of North Carolina and provides a commentary on the colonial records of the colony. The author notes that North Carolina's colonial records provide a fascinating primary source for scholars and students interested in studying the early history of North Carolina. These records reveal in much greater detail than most sources the social, political, religious and economic events that shaped North Carolina history and shed much needed light on North Carolina's long colonial era.

Abstract
This paper discusses whether the relatively high level of unemployment in South Carolina is related to the relatively low levels of educational attainment in that state. It analyzes what kind of education South Carolina employers see as important when making hiring decisions. It also looks at whether, from the perspective of the unemployed person, their unemployed status is related to their level of education.

Table of Contents:
Introduction: Context Of The Problem
Statement Of The Problem
Research Question And Sub-Questions Or Hypotheses And
Sub-Hypotheses
Significance Of The Study
Research Design And Methodology
Overall Methodological Approach
Research Methodology
The Organization Of The Study
Methodological Approach To Component 1: The Scan Of Expert Sources: The Literature And Key Respondents
Methodological Approach To Component 2: The Scan Of South Carolina Employers
Methodological Approach To Component 3: The Scan Of South Carolina Unemployed People
Final Research Report

From the Paper
"This is a very significant study, in that unemployment and associated poverty levels cause human suffering throughout the USA. The National Centre for Children in Poverty reports that nationwide, 17% of American children live in poverty. This represents some 12 million children who will not get a good start in life, in terms of important formative factors such as nutrition and access to resources. This is unacceptable in a country that is as advanced and affluent as the USA. Further, it is self-evident that poverty is frequently linked to unemployment. Thus, any efforts to reduce unemployment can be expected to ultimately lead to the reduction of the number of people living in poverty in the USA. It is proposed that this study is one such effort, as the key to reducing unemployment is to discover its causes, so that they can be effectively addressed."

Tags:poverty, degree, earnings

Abstract
This paper discusses a current issue that is of significance to the North Carolina Nurse Association - the use of paperless record keeping. It is the belief of many within the medical field as well as political figures in the State that producing a paperless medical records system will save lives and ensure that patients receive better medical care over the long term. The paper further discusses that there is also great concern that a paperless health record keeping system will be subject to tampering and the ability of outside sources to obtain private information about individual health. Additionally, many states, to include North Carolina are currently grappling with the concept of telehealth and the issues that may affect the nursing and health care community.

Tags:nursing, ethics, politics

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This paper examines the history and current status of the North Carolina Railroad. The author discusses how the NCRR was built and the importance it has had to North Carolina's economic growth.