Bolos and OC,
Please read Who Have We Become? I think I triggered a lot of interesting comments, which is a bloggers dream come true!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Spring Break...AKA...Mental Health Week?
Hi all. Spring break is nearing, so I figured I better whip out a blog post before its too late! I'm sure you all have exciting plans, whether traveling or staying home, this break is most definetly needed and deserved.
I was glancing through the calendar earlier (yes, procrastinating), and noticed that in the school year of 2010 (from August to December) we had exactly 3 days off school, combined with 2 early dismissals and 2 late arrivals. In the year 2011 (from January until now) we have had 1 day off, 0 early dismissals, and 0 late arrivals. Why such a polar difference? Lets not forget how we lucked out with those two snow days during that grueling febuary month.
Anyway, my point is school is hard! And weve had a tough winter. So take this spring break as a refreshing, new start. Take a break from those junior themes (Yikes dont kill me for saying that OC and BOLOS!) and relax. Time is officially...on your side.
I was glancing through the calendar earlier (yes, procrastinating), and noticed that in the school year of 2010 (from August to December) we had exactly 3 days off school, combined with 2 early dismissals and 2 late arrivals. In the year 2011 (from January until now) we have had 1 day off, 0 early dismissals, and 0 late arrivals. Why such a polar difference? Lets not forget how we lucked out with those two snow days during that grueling febuary month.
Anyway, my point is school is hard! And weve had a tough winter. So take this spring break as a refreshing, new start. Take a break from those junior themes (Yikes dont kill me for saying that OC and BOLOS!) and relax. Time is officially...on your side.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Follow Up on Huck Finn and the N-Word
On sixty minutes tonight there was a story on the new version of Huck Finn without the N-word, and all the controversy behind it. I strongly suggest you check it out at this site: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7360250n or click HERE for link.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Why?
Why why why why. That seems to be all I have been hearing the past week in AIS. The world is so complicated with so many "why" questions. Why is the sky blue? Why are basketball players tall? Why does electricity work? All of those have definite answers. But what if you start to ask questions that have multiple why answers...? or maybe no answer at all...?!
That is our assignment for junior theme this year. I have found it VERY interesting to see the topics fellow students have come up with, for example, students have delved into controversial topics like Racism, Hybrid Energy, Assisted Suicide, Genes, TV Tokenism, War on Terror etc. The first step in the paper is to ask "Why Questions." I found it very helpful to come up with multiple why questions so you don't get stuck on just one. Also, given the fact that the paper must be 5-7 pages...it is crucial that you cover different angles of your topic and ADDRESS THE OTHER SIDE! If your struggling with this part, I do have one tip... Do some background info on your topic BEFORE you narrow in on a why question. There are very useful online databases that give general information about topics. You need to be sure you can write 5-7 pages!!
In summary, this junior theme project has amazed me! "We've Got Issues," its called, and it surely is true about America. The class of AIS is the perfect setting to ask yourself: WHY?
That is our assignment for junior theme this year. I have found it VERY interesting to see the topics fellow students have come up with, for example, students have delved into controversial topics like Racism, Hybrid Energy, Assisted Suicide, Genes, TV Tokenism, War on Terror etc. The first step in the paper is to ask "Why Questions." I found it very helpful to come up with multiple why questions so you don't get stuck on just one. Also, given the fact that the paper must be 5-7 pages...it is crucial that you cover different angles of your topic and ADDRESS THE OTHER SIDE! If your struggling with this part, I do have one tip... Do some background info on your topic BEFORE you narrow in on a why question. There are very useful online databases that give general information about topics. You need to be sure you can write 5-7 pages!!
In summary, this junior theme project has amazed me! "We've Got Issues," its called, and it surely is true about America. The class of AIS is the perfect setting to ask yourself: WHY?
Monday, March 14, 2011
Spider-Where?
Yes you heard it right. Spider man is for real. How do we know that? Hes been spotted at recent occasions in Broadway, New York.
The musical "Spider Man"has been estimated at a $65 Million show. It was supposed to come out again this week, but has been suspended for some touchups and shall come out within the next three months. This New York Times article has more information.
What amazes me about this play is it takes 40 years of comic booking, multiple movies with splendid special effects, and mixes them together into a 2 hour performance...and what do you get? Im sure it's tremendous. I wonder how it compares to the movies.
Want to buy a ticket? Click HERE. ;) Thought this story might spark your intrest and lighten the mood. 2 weeks until spring break...YOU CAN DO IT TREVS!
The musical "Spider Man"has been estimated at a $65 Million show. It was supposed to come out again this week, but has been suspended for some touchups and shall come out within the next three months. This New York Times article has more information.
What amazes me about this play is it takes 40 years of comic booking, multiple movies with splendid special effects, and mixes them together into a 2 hour performance...and what do you get? Im sure it's tremendous. I wonder how it compares to the movies.
Want to buy a ticket? Click HERE. ;) Thought this story might spark your intrest and lighten the mood. 2 weeks until spring break...YOU CAN DO IT TREVS!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
What Even is Collective Barganing?
For the past few weeks I have heard people mention "Wisconsin" and "Governor Scott Walker" and "Collective Bargaining." Then, suddenly, Mr. Bolos blogged about these issues and I figured it was about time for me to connect the dots.
Lets start with the Governor of Wisconsin, Scott Walker. He is a republican who has been in office since only the beginning of this year. Recently, he has proposed a budget repair bill, that would eliminate most collective bargaining except for wages.
What is collective bargaining? I just learned myself that collective bargaining is a process of negotiations between employers and the representatives of a unit of employees aimed at reaching agreements which regulate working conditions...(link to Wikipedia for more background!). For example, collective bargainers would discuss issues like wages, hours, promotions, benefits, training, health and safety etc. I believe it is crucial that employees work out these issues with their employers, and establish their rights and affairs.
Why take away collective bargaining? Read this article...this gives you a taste on Scott Walker's viewpoint. Collective bargaining has apparently had a huge effect on the deficit in Wisconsin, and the governor feels it is unnecessary spending. To adress the other side, others would say collective bargaining is in the constitution. And it is a violation of rights to revoke this privilage.
What are your thoughts on the issue? I am quite curious to hear some diverse answers. Or if you have any more background information to add, please, be my guest!!
Lets start with the Governor of Wisconsin, Scott Walker. He is a republican who has been in office since only the beginning of this year. Recently, he has proposed a budget repair bill, that would eliminate most collective bargaining except for wages.
What is collective bargaining? I just learned myself that collective bargaining is a process of negotiations between employers and the representatives of a unit of employees aimed at reaching agreements which regulate working conditions...(link to Wikipedia for more background!). For example, collective bargainers would discuss issues like wages, hours, promotions, benefits, training, health and safety etc. I believe it is crucial that employees work out these issues with their employers, and establish their rights and affairs.
Why take away collective bargaining? Read this article...this gives you a taste on Scott Walker's viewpoint. Collective bargaining has apparently had a huge effect on the deficit in Wisconsin, and the governor feels it is unnecessary spending. To adress the other side, others would say collective bargaining is in the constitution. And it is a violation of rights to revoke this privilage.
What are your thoughts on the issue? I am quite curious to hear some diverse answers. Or if you have any more background information to add, please, be my guest!!
Monday, March 7, 2011
Tokenism
This week we heard the breathtaking presentation of TV Tokenism by Doc OC and Mr. B. It was clear to me that television shows use the practice Tokenism which is the including of minority figures solely just to say they did so. I agree and believe it is very apparent in many network shows today.
I am a consistent watcher of the show Modern Family. See Links below for cast pictures so you can get an idea of who is on the show.
Cast Photo 1
Cast Photo 2
Cast Photo 3
I hope these photos have showed you how diverse the show is. For example, the show consists of a gay couple, a Hispanic woman, a seemingly retarded child, an adopted Asian child, a step father...all the minority groups you can imagine! In a sense, wouldn't it be a smart tactic for a show to use a lot of minority figures? Because if you can apply YOURSELF to the show, you probably will be more interested in watching it. Am I right? The more minority figures, the more ratings...?
I am a consistent watcher of the show Modern Family. See Links below for cast pictures so you can get an idea of who is on the show.
Cast Photo 1
Cast Photo 2
Cast Photo 3
I hope these photos have showed you how diverse the show is. For example, the show consists of a gay couple, a Hispanic woman, a seemingly retarded child, an adopted Asian child, a step father...all the minority groups you can imagine! In a sense, wouldn't it be a smart tactic for a show to use a lot of minority figures? Because if you can apply YOURSELF to the show, you probably will be more interested in watching it. Am I right? The more minority figures, the more ratings...?
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