Folklore analysis paper, 2003.

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Folklore analysis paper, 2003.

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Evans analyzes the pranks done by male freshmen living in BYU dormitories, explaining that often, pranks are passed down from an older generation to a younger generation. He mentions the recurrence of the same prank on various occasions and involving different people. Discusses the social aspect of pranks that are pulled by a group of people. He asserts that pranks are pulled to relieve stress and that they are an expression of rebellion against authority. Evans explains that pranks function as a bonding activity and that they are a creative outlet.

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Evans, Mark, 1973-

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Evans grew up in California. He attended Brigham Young University. From the description of Folklore analysis paper, 2003. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 76896219 ...

Brigham Young University.

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Plans for the David O. McKay building began in 1952 after an evaluation by the Brigham Young University College of Education concluded that the existing building for the College of Education were no longer meeting the growing needs of the program. Plans were officially announced in February of 1954 with the completion deadline being set for December of the same year. The building was officially dedicated on December 14, 1954 by President and Sister McKay along with members of the First Presidenc...