Cultural Celebration Research Paper of Nowruz (Persian New Year).

 For this project, you will research a traditional cultural celebration featuring symbolic foods. Topics will be chosen from the approved list below.You must choose a topic from a culture different than your own.You will present a history of the cultural celebration from an anthropological/historical point of view, and you will include discussion of associated symbolic food(s) and the meaning in the context of the celebration, as well as typical preparations. You will also discuss changes in the celebration in the modern world due to immigration and globalization, and how it is celebrated by immigrants to the U.S. The paper should be at least 5 pages (no more than 6) double-spaced, Times New Roman font size 12, and must include a list of at least 4 references in APA format. The references should be publications from the library links provided, with working SJSU library link listed (test the link!). You may use books, journals, magazines, and newspapers. The only websites that are allowed as sources are ones that also appear in print (e.g., the New York Times). Use of other websites as sources will be penalized at minus 5 points per source (you may not use blogs, Facebook, personal websites, travel websites, or wikis). Be sure to use in-text citations, which should follow the approved APA format. Turnitin originality score of 10% or less is expected and required (you will be allowed to resubmit your paper if your score is above 10%, as long as the final version is still submitted by the deadline). This paper is a research paper and should be written as an objective presentation of the information you have found in researching the topic. Do not include personal opinions or preferences (write in 3rd person only). Note about length: The paper should be at least 5 pages (no more than 6) double-spaced, NOT INCLUDING the cover page (optional) or the list of references (required).