Course
FYI 101 - PACE
Document Type
Student Paper
Publication Date
2025
Disciplines
African American Studies | American Studies | English Language and Literature
Description, Abstract, or Artist's Statement
Judges' Statement
"Chasing Dreams in Modern America: Can We All Still Reach the Stars?" is an excellent and timely examination of the American Dream during a time of political polarization and economic uncertainty. Yawson synthesizes systemic social critique with close literary analysis, applying a reading of Langston Hughes' poetry to address the current moment. Her unique selection of sources and well-reasoned call to action earned the paper an honorable mention.
Augustana Digital Commons Citation
Osebre Yawson, Selina. "Chasing Dreams in Modern America: Can We All Still Reach the Stars?" (2025). Tredway Library Prize for First-Year Research.
https://digitalcommons.augustana.edu/libraryprize/16
Included in
African American Studies Commons, American Studies Commons, English Language and Literature Commons
Comments
Honorable Mention Winner, 2025