Student Interdisciplinary Research Panel Saturday, November 9, 2013: 1:00 PM-2:15 PM

Marys, Catherines, Elizabeths and Janes: By recycling names, Austen creates characters that appear dissimilar but share fundamental characteristics. Austen's name repeats highlight a human tendency to judge by superficial impression. She calls her readers to look beyond their prejudices and embrace the universal human condition.