Local Scholars Shine: Massasoit Honors Students Present Cutting-Edge Research at Spring Conference

On April 26, the Spring 2024 Honors Conference was held at The Grove in the Massasoit Brockton Campus Library. Students from the Commonwealth Honors program presented their semester-long research projects. The event allowed them to share their findings with the college community and the public, showcasing the variety and depth of their research.

One presentation, guided by Faculty Mare Ambrose from the Division of Humanities and Communication Arts, focused on 'The Morality of Parental Responsibility in Juvenile Crime.' This study addressed gun violence by minors, exploring the ethical and legal responsibilities of parents. It suggested that parental negligence could lead to legal consequences and emphasized the need for uniform parental responsibility laws in the United States.

Another project, also mentored by Mare Ambrose, examined 'The Ethics of Animal Testing.' It discussed the moral dilemmas of using animals in labs and the historical context of the 1966 Animal Welfare Act. The student advocated for alternatives like in vitro studies and computer simulations to decrease animal testing.

A third presentation titled 'The Future of Creative Writing in a World Dominated by Artificial Intelligence' looked at AI's impact on creative literature. It argued that AI cannot replicate the unique elements of creative writing, such as voice and personal expression, and sparked discussions on the role of human creativity in literature.

The conference facilitated discussions on ethical, legal, and technological issues and was well-received by attendees who valued the thorough analysis and relevance of the topics.

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