The quality of life in London: A tale of two cities

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   01/09/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «London appears among the most popular cities in the world. It is a city on the move, where you can find everything you need. It is one of the places where fashion is created, where you can meet people of all origins and where the word "Party" gets...»

Synopsis abstract : «Is London really a land of milk and honey?. A city on the move.. A booming economical development.. A city of culture.. The place to be if you are young, unmarried and without children.. The bad aspects.. A very expensive way of life.. A struggle...»

The Life and mind of Virginia Woolf

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/09/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «One of the controversial questions facing any writer is that of whether or not the author's life and work are inseparable. I think that with the majority of authors this is often a possibility, but when it comes to the distinguished English...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Virginia Woolf was a woman of cheer.. The importance of Virginia's family history.. The Hyde Park Gate News.. Virginia's sensitivity to criticism.. Virginia's first efforts at fiction.. The death of Virginia's mother.. Their 27 year...»

Faithless: Attack on God-Loving people who attack each other

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   01/09/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «A 2006 Gallup poll found 92 percent of Americans surveyed could be classified as those who believe in God, 4 percent are not sure, while only 3 percent are convinced that God does not exist (Newport, 2006b). The wide consensus, however, stops...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Early writings of Foster.. Hitchens on opposition to religion and its effects.. The debate on religion and faith.. The End of Faith: Religion, Terror, and the Future of Reason by Sam Harris.. Purpose and primary arguments.. Harris'...»

Analysis of new coverage on Proposition 8 from Los Angeles and Ireland

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   01/09/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The elections that took place in November 2008 provided historical opportunities for change in many areas of social and political concern. While the Presidential race was consuming the majority of news coverage, another election in California was...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Background.. Frequency of the publication of articles on Proposition 8 Ireland's stance on gay marriage.. Placement of the articles.. Authors of articles on Proposition 8.. Los Angeles Times.. The Irish Times.. Articles on the...»

The Dixie Chicks: Political musicians from here on out?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The source for the controversy that has been surrounding the band, the Dixie Chicks, and has forever changed the image and role of this band in the music industry, possibly for the rest of their careers, can be pin-pointed to the date of March 10,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Maines use of free speech.. The blacklisting of the group by a few media conglomerates.. Literature review.. Hypothesis.. Methodology.. Findings.. Analysis.. Conclu...»

Underwater inspection system

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Different forms of security such as underwater surveillance are becoming much more important in maintaining the safety of the United States of America. Though there has been much progress made in advancing underwater surveillance and technology,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Feelings expressed by specialists in underwater surveillance.. Looking at historical events such as the Gulf War.. Complications in underwater surveillance and security.. A current example of homeland security.. SRI's next agenda - to...»

The morality of drug use and dealing

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Everyone in America wants to live the American Dream. They want to make a lot of money and be happy. Life is not easy though, and it is difficult to successfully live out the American Dream. Some people are fortunate enough to be born into families...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. looking at figures such as Frank Lucas.. Morality does not always coincide with what is legal.. Requiem for a Dream, directed by Darren Aronofsky.. Heroin is the most prevalent drug in American Gangster and Requiem for a dream.. The...»

Belgian comics and constructing Belgian national identity

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Belgium is a unique country that uses a federal solution to construct a civic nation from two competing ethnic and cultural identities. In the north is the Flemish region, in the south, Wallonia, and in the middle, the capitol and mainly French...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Smith's civic model of nation.. The essence of the civic model of a nation.. The legal-political community.. Preventing conflicts between the regions and communities.. A measure of common values and traditions among the...»

From judging to legislating: The Supreme Court as a law-making body

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Whether the judicial branch in the United States should exercise activism or restraint has been debated since before the constitution was ratified. Delegates to the Constitutional Convention in 1787 were split on the issue, and left Article III of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The judicial branch in the United States: should it exercise activism or restraint.. Defining activism and restraint.. Congress as the law-making branch of the federal government. . The court and the power to resolve disputes...»

Identity sags in transition

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Case study   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «In February of 2005, the state of Virginia proposed a "Droopy Drawers" bill. The House voted 60-34 for this bill (Bellantoni), but was later shot down by the Senate. If passed, one would have been facing a fifty-dollar fine for sagging. "It's...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The act of sagging and its evolution out of prison culture.. Sagging as a direct response to the socio-cultural experience of modern day African-American communities. . The book Dress Codes by Ruth Rubinstein.. The gangsta rap style...»

Becoming Me: My journey through life

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/08/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «From birth my life was destined to be anything but usual. I was born into the broken lower-class home of a sixteen year old girl and her parents, who resented the girl for having pre-marital sex. I know this because of a letter this girl wrote to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Education.. Elementary school years.. My middle school years.. High school.. The end of my freshman year.. Trip to Europe.. College.. My junior year.. Senior year.. The hip injury.. The dynamic in my household.. Old friends and...»

The mutual relationship between archaeology and the environment

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/04/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The nature of past environments is a key aspect of archaeology because human action cannot be understood in isolation from its surroundings. For example, the lifestyle of a human group living in a densely forested area in a temperate climate would...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The history of archaeological interest in the environment.. Climate and sea-level changes.. Natural changes in plant and animal communities.. Human impact on the environment.. Resource use and seasonality.. Domestic environments from...»

Institutional change in armed forces at the dawning of the 21 century

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/04/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Although the military as a social institution and war as a social process figured prominently in classical sociological theory, military sociology did not emerge as a field of empirical study until World War II. Then, for four decades, the field was...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Background.. World War II and the postwar period.. The Korean and Vietnam Wars.. Sociological research during the Korean War.. Administrative and leadership roles.. The conscription based mass armed forces of the first three decades...»

The city of Aksum - Ethiopia

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/04/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Aksum was the ancient capital of the only sub-Saharan African kingdom known to the Romans and Byzantines. Located on the upland area of Ethiopia, Aksum is the Holy City of Ethiopia, a city rich in tradition and fantastical monuments and central to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Population estimates as of 2005.. Location and history.. Aksum as a city.. The last regular references in the Egyptian texts to the land of Punt.. Moving of the major site for the city.. The state adoption of Christianity in AD...»

The city of Aden - Yemen

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   12/04/2008   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «The Yemeni port of Aden has long been one of the major entrepôts of the Middle East. With its starkly beautiful natural harbor nestled within an extinct volcano and its access to the highlands of Yemen and its products, the city called the "Eye to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Population estimates as of 2005.. Location.. History, politics and economy.. The prehistory of the site.. The coast of the Gulf of Aden.. The late ninth and early tenth centuries.. Business letters concerning Aden and its trading...»

Artistic merit of rap music

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Book review   |   11/30/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «According to Webster's Dictionary, music is defined as "sounds produced in harmonious, rhythmic combinations". There are many forms of music, some may not even be "harmonious" to others, but they are still considered music. This is perhaps due to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Marvin J. Gladney's explaination of the necessarily of rap music.. Music as a form of catharsis for African-Americans.. The need to encourage the young adolescents.. New type of discrimination for rappers.. Errol A. Henderson's...»

Bush-speak and PC teaching: A discourse on the relevance of grammar

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/28/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The first question we need to ask when thinking about the legitimacy of Bush's poor speaking habits is how errors like these can be possible when the man has a team of professionals writing out his speeches for him. Surely, as professional writers...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Thinking about the legitimacy of Bush's poor speaking habits.. Is George's poor understanding of proper English language is fake.. A motive for the President to feign poor grammar.. One way that English teachers have attempted to...»

The Velvet Underground and Nico: Anti-modern rock and roll

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «That banana, it's the single image appearing on the cover of The Velvet Underground and Nico, one of the most influential albums of all time, accompanied only by the teasing phrase "peel slowly and see" at the top and artist Andy Warhol's name at...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The 1960's.. Mainstream popular culture of the 60's.. Two landmark albums.. The world of The Velvet Underground and Nico.. The songs in the album.. Sunday Morning.. Waiting for the Man.. Femme Fatale.. Venus in Furs.. Run Run...»

Re-Africanization and the popularity of the Brazilian Samba

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «To the rest of the world, Brazil looks like a kaleidoscope of races, foreign in its demographics to virtually every other culture on the planet. From the density of the Amazon rainforest to the all-inclusive street parties of Carnival in Rio, the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Brazil's portrait.. Plantations - not the only spheres of influence.. A diverse and multi-faceted process of appreciation and acculturation.. Modern Brazil.. The earliest forms of samba.. The practice and dance expression of...»

Media portrayal of Midwesterner's

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Media influences the way people think and behave. What media says about anyone/thing becomes the norm. It influences simple things such as what people talk about on their lunch breaks to more complex belief systems. Media frames depict people from...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Literature review.. A teacher's editorial in The Herald.. Media - strongest influence on how people feel towards other groups.. Mediated images and messages.. Methodology.. Results/findings.. The begining of the survey.. The education...»

Modern mass media consolidation and the erosion of information

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Ever since there has been a way to convey information-spoken language, perhaps even body language?-there has been the immediate by-product of misinformation. It is a reasonable assumption to say that nothing presented as information of any sort can...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The mass and the removal of the need for discourse. . Media critics, analysts, observers, and the like.. Media - always influenced by the dollar.. The process for removing the necessity for hard information.. The Media Monopoly by Ben...»

The credible reality of fake news

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Everybody remembers the moment they first saw footage of the burning Twin Towers toppling down on September 11th, 2001. Everybody remembers the panic that ensued, the news tickers running constantly on all the major television stations giving...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The burning Twin Towers toppling down on September 11th, 2001.. Bin Laden - hiding in exile under the protection of the corrupt Taliban regime. . We could get on with our lives.. Sop crying about 9/11 and see Ben Stiller's...»

Collegiate publication censorship: Will Hazelwood infiltrate campus life?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/07/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «In the United States of America, over 295,516,700 citizens enjoy a considerable amount of freedom. A vast assortment of backgrounds, races, and occupations are compiled to make up the population of America. Although this diversity is combined to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A considerable amount of freedom.. Fear of the standards set forth in the Hazelwood case may infiltrate college campuses.. Suggestions given by Cathy Kuhlmeier, former layout editor, and Spectrum staffers.. The 1969 Tinker v. Des...»

The creative impact of jazz music

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/07/2008   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «Music frequently requires more than one performer to be created. Perhaps two or more musicians are required, each playing a "part" - without the presence of all the musicians, the song would be incomplete. Perhaps one musician will accompany a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The notion of Joe and Violet Trace and the narrator of the story as all being improvisors.. The narrator as one of the most central characters.. The narrator's increasingly audacious subjective inferences in describing the characters....»

Three mile island accident

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/06/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Three Mile Island Crisis started at four a.m. on March 28th, 1979. There was a clog in one of the pipes and the men working there had to clear it out, which was a regular occurrence. They shot air into the pipe in order to unclog it, which worked...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The begining of the problem.. Water in the main turbines.. Two feed water pumps have fail.. Faulty gages in the operating room.. The water in the cooling loops.. The lack of emergency procedures.. The primary coolant water's...»

Market driven Journalism

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   11/04/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The effects of market driven journalism on the fourth estate are questionable at best and disastrous at worst. In market driven journalism, "viewers and readers are transformed into customers, news into products, and circulation or signal areas into...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The effects of market driven journalism on the fourth estate.. Innovation in the media.. Richard Pagliaro's comment - American ?Nike? stars were dominating ESPN's coverage of the Australian Open.. ESPN's quest for profits and...»

Hiding in the stacks: How U.S media transmit U.S Government lies

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   10/13/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The American Government has a wide array of resources available with which they can disseminate information regarding their activities, both at home and abroad. These resources include but are not limited to press secretaries, communications chiefs,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Dominant US media and exposing the lies of the government.. Editorial piece by Michael Parenti on a new perspective regarding an armed movement in Portugal.. Reporting after the majority of the conflict has passed.. Manipulation of...»

"Text Messaging and Instant Messaging : Aid or hindrance?"

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/30/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «As is the case when many technologies emerge, the debates that spring forth tend to fall to one side or the other. Moral, ethical, social, and religious concerns arise. However, there is one type of concern that I find not only interesting, but in a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Literature review.. How SMS stunts the growth of writing in youth.. The 'spilling over' of text and IM language into students' academic prose.. More writing equals better writing.. The power of writing and retention of standard...»

Anthropological and historical perspectives on the death of Captain Cook

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/10/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Scientific and philosophical thought have been preoccupied with the problem of an objective, empirical reality whose nature is discoverable and quantifiable at least since Descartes. This theoretical trend continued and culminated in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Sahlins critical view of Obeyesekere's argument. . Obeyesekere's analysis of events.. The Hawaiian creation myth that underlies the Makahiki festival.. Conclusion.....»

The Broadcasting Board of Governors

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/09/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) which became independent of the United States Information Agency in 1999 when that department was dissolved, is charged with responsibility for US-backed, non-military international broadcasting. Such...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Pay-for-play - violation of journalistic ethics.. Secretary of State Condeleeza Rice - the final member of the board.. Jackson's defense while speaking to Levine in 2005.. Conclusion.....»

Cost - effectiveness in health care

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   08/04/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Applying cost-effectiveness to heath care is "a clear necessity for responsible nonprofit management." (Schmaedick, 1993, p. 3) Cost-effectiveness analysis is an equally necessary tool for a responsible physician who has no choice but to allocate...»

Synopsis abstract : «Challenges faced by today's nonprofit health care systems.. Squeezed margins.. Comparing the relative costs and their effects on outcomes in health care.. Documenting resources allocated.. Third-sector organizations.. How a cost-effective analysis...»

Modern media and the future of advertising

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/30/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «"In the world of advertising, there's no such thing as a lie; there's only the expedient exaggeration (Lehman, 1959)." This famous line, uttered by Cary Grant in the Hitchcock classic North by Northwest, represents a common creed among practitioners...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A national monitor of electronically broadcasted marketing. . The socialization and glamorization of blatantly harmful products.. Sociological studies and psychologists conducting consumer experiments. . Long-term business...»

Discipline in high schools

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/22/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «There was a time when the United States was considered as a country with the smartest young minds in the world. Education in the United States provided either by private or public schools were envied and being used by other countries as models for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Definition of discipline.. Status of American schools today.. Factors affecting the rise of discipline problems.....»

Backgrounder: reality television

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Reality programs have been part of television since the beginning and have grown steadily among viewers over the years to make itself one of the most viewed types of shows on the air today. With the huge success of reality shows like American Idol,...»

Synopsis abstract : «History.. Current situation.. Types of reality television programs.. Documentary style.. Celebrity reality.. Elimination/game shows.. Self improvement/makeover shows.. Reality television expenses v. network drama program expenses.. Problems with...»

Journalism - What is news?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «According to author Daniel Boorstin, "Hard news is supposed to be the solid report of significant matters Soft news reports popular interests (From News Gathering to News Making: A Flood of Pseudo-Events, 89)." America has a skewed view of what...»

Synopsis abstract : «Are pseudo-events revolutionary.. Journalists and journalism today.. The audience and tabloids.. The government and the media.....»

Unjustified censorship

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/16/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Phil Kerby, a previous editor of the Los Angeles Times, once said that "censorship is the strongest drive in human nature; sex is a weak second" (American Library Association 3). According to him, people are taking censorship to far. It appears...»

Synopsis abstract : «Literature - a guide for how to deal with life.. Language and content in 'Of Mice and Men'.. The theme of the book and the relevance of the content to this theme.. Spirituality in Of mice and men.....»

Amelia Mary Earhart (1897-1937): Soaring through stereotype

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/14/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Amelia Earhart is one of the most significant figures in changing outlooks towards women in the early twentieth century. Her accomplishments were paramount in the opening of doors for the potential of women. Born on the 24th of July in 1897,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Amelia's charecter.. Family.. Education.. Marriage to publisher George Palmer Putnam . Amelia wanted to justify all the attention she received for her cross-Atlantic venture. . Teaching position at Purdue...»

Latinos and media

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/13/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Latino-oriented media is a term that is becoming increasingly important to our constantly evolving nation and is one that must be correctly understood and utilized to succeed in the landscape of future business. The growing Latino population in...»

Synopsis abstract : «The term 'Latino'.. Latino-oriented media.. Spanish-language media.. English-language Latino media. . Understanding Latino media.. Radios.. Print media and Latino-oriented media.. The future of Latino-oriented media.....»

An ethics case study: Trial by fire

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/10/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «In March of 1988, a young man named Joey Philion suffered burns over 90 percent of his body. The U.S. and Canadian media reported that Joey, fifteen at the time, had run back into his fire engulfed home to save the life of his younger brother. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Situational definition.. Analysis of the situation.. External factors.. Groups affected.. Ethical theories.. Decision.....»

An ethics case study: A photo that had to be used

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Case study   |   07/10/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «On September 14, 1989 a man entered a printing company named Standard Gravure and killed nine people, including himself. The shooting spree in Louisville, Kentucky was covered by the Louisville Courier-Journal who decided to include in the front...»

Synopsis abstract : «Situational definition.. Analysis of the situation.. External factors.. Groups affected.. Ethical theories.. Decision.....»

Asian American representation in American media: A study

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/10/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Asian American portrayals in American media have been historically stereotypical with damaging images and characters in the areas of advertising, film, and television. Various studies and groups have been conducted and formed to highlight and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Purpose of Research.. Research Questions.. Methodology.. Literature Review.. Findings/Discussion.. Recommendations for future research.. Conclusion.....»

Latinos and media graduate assessment

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   07/10/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The portrayal of Latinos in general market media has been historically stereotypical and at times nonexistent, but groups and individuals have made important strides in promoting diversity and equality at a time that is possibly more important than...»

Synopsis abstract : «The Latino image that America first became familiar with.. The stereotype of el bandido is one that became widely used.. The second stereotyped commonly used is that of the harlot. . Latino representation on television news.. The stories about...»

Job outlook for technical communicators

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   06/30/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Technical writing is essential to our daily lives, there are a variety of career options for technical communicators. The key to survival is to have an education, know where to look for a job, and be prepared with an up-to-date resume and confident...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary.. Introduction.. Career Definition.. Needed Skills.. Duties and Responsibilites.. Career Options.. Working Environment.. Average Salaries.. Outlook.. Conclusions.....»

Romanticism Versus Enlightenment and Materialism

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   06/19/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In the intellectual world, there are many different theories to explain and ideas to shape our role on this planet. The question over the existence of God is too large to tackle, but the fact that we have individuality and free will is indisputable....»

Synopsis abstract : «Romanticism stresses intuitive learning and personal emotion. . Romanticism teaches that social awareness is very important.. Romanticism encourages us to be comfortable with ourselves.. Enlightenment encourages society and mankind to work towards...»

The Impact that Photography has had on raising Public Awareness of the AIDS Epidemic in Africa

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   06/16/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Introduction Artwork is created for a number of reasons. For instance, artwork may reflect the artist's inner conflict as he or she strives towards evolution. At the same time artwork can serve as the artist's interpretation of larger society and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Even though it is often difficult for the layman to understand why an artist chooses a specific subject or medium, there are instances in which the average viewer can discern the reason and purpose of artwork.. Photography and AIDS in...»

Comparison of Testimonies on Latin American Guerrilla Experiences

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   06/11/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «There is no better way to learn about historical experiences of others than to hear about them through the actors' own words. In Latin America, there is a continuing history of political upheaval. In many countries, ordinary citizens are repressed...»

Synopsis abstract : «While the governments of Colombia and Mexico both repressed citizens from voicing differing political opinions, the roots of the repression were different. . Ulloa Bornemann, on the other hand, had parents who were not particularly supportive of...»

Playboy Magazine vs. Maxim Magazine

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   06/09/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «A heated competition exists between Playboy and Maxim magazines, two internationally-known magazines aimed at the male pop-culture target audience. Playboy, a well established publication, has risen to the status of sex icon in the fifty years since...»

Synopsis abstract : «At a recent lecture given to the NYU Department of Journalism, current Playboy editor Christopher Napolitano said the magazine serves to accomplish two main goals. With respect to consumer base, males compose 80% of Playboy readers, with females...»

The Twining of Art and Photojournalism

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   06/02/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «By the decisive spring of 1945, Allied Forces had entered Germany and were pushing towards the Rhine River. A series of bombing campaigns destroyed a number of major cities, crippling German industry and leading to the defeat of the Third Reich....»

Synopsis abstract : «At the time she snapped Hohenzollern Bridge, Margaret Bourke-White was already one of the top photographers of her day. . Hohenzollern Bridge does indeed serve as a telling document of the wreckage. . Today both Royal Air Force and American bombers...»

Media's use of representation of genders and races leads to a distorted view of reality

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   04/17/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «A filmmaker's ultimate role is to properly present images in sequence that tell a story and/or conveys a message or several of them therefore. With various imagery tools, movies present a message in a way that makes them seem natural and fitting for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Race. The media student book definition of a stereotype. Something that categorizes a group. Emphasis on some easily grasped feature of the group. Evaluating the group . Insisting on depicting the differences between the group and the rest of...»

See the light - New K-6 homework software program will keep parents informed

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   04/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The changing face of today's classroom has been linked to the direct correlation to a child's achievement. Since the late 1980's, nearly $5 billion more was spent annual on classroom technology (Foltos). This rise in funding positively displays the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Background. Description of technology. Arguments for adoption. Conclusion. References....»

Compare/Contrast Analysis Literary Works of D. Haraway and D. Chandler

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   04/17/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Writing is the most powerful tool that was given to humans. However, verbal communication is easier. Many people can articulate and verbally relate information they seek to pass on to their peers. Writing is a way of making sure that the message...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Comparative analysis. Contrast analysis. Conclusion. References....»

Who's the Fairest One of All?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Research papers   |   04/09/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The mirror is quite an interesting and useful tool; they allow people to see themselves in great detail and in ways one would never imagine possible. This greater perspective of oneself is very important for various reasons that run the gamut from...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Society's perception of crime . The entertainment side of the media . Crime control policy . Sensationalist reporting and distressed citizens . Journalistic emphasis placed upon crimes . Conclusion. References....»

Communication Competence: The Core

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   School essay   |   12/17/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Communication competence is the concept or framework that defines communication as we know it. It covers the all of the bases of communication, from talking to a person individually, to specific cases where logistics and demographics come into play....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Information seeking. Goal setting. Analysis. Equivocal information. Uncertainty. Knowledge of language. Personal space. Appropriateness. Conclusion. References....»

Facing an Uphill Battle: Running Fitness

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   10/09/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «When Ana Pichrtova talks about mountain running her eyes light up; she can't disguise the pure joy that these trail treks bring her. "I just love it! I love the trails, I love running- that's it!" Pichrtova exudes. Most elites, like Pichrtova, know...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. What is mountain running? . The cardiovascular solution . Cross training: Can it get you higher faster?. Taking it beyond just training. Conclusion....»

Governmental Leadership: Not Always Accurate

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   10/02/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «It is argued by a noted historian that the federal government sets the policies and the people calmly follow. However, for that to be the case, one would have to ignore the many riots and protests that have taken place in America from 1945-present....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The public's despair about the threat of a nuclear war . Riots and demonstration against the civil rights movement. The Vietnam War. Other wars America took part in. Conclusion....»

Evaluating the Forces of Fate through Macbeth and Romeo & Juliet

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   10/02/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «In many of William Shakespeare's dramas, a theme that seems to appear habitually is fate. Fate is defined as the "supposed force, principle, or power that predetermines events, and the inevitable events predestined by this force." Macbeth and Romeo...»

Synopsis abstract : «Macbeth is a story of a man put into a position of power that he can not control. . The story of Romeo and Juliet is one that is well known for its wonderfully tragic romance, famous quotations, and unforgettable scenes. . The two dramas, Macbeth,...»

Isolated Uncertainties

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   10/02/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «A community can be generalized as a place where people with similar interests and lifestyles dwell together in healthy unison. Since the Romantics, a theme that reappears in literature often is alienation. Despite this, the concept of "community" is...»

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Wrongful Writing

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   School essay   |   09/28/2007   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «There are many ethical issues that come up within journalism as a whole, from broadcasters to anchors to cameramen. One of the positions that have come under the most scrutiny in the last several years however has been within the realm of print...»

Synopsis abstract : «Writers are a special breed of reporters who operate in an almost behind-the-scenes kind of way. . Death is one of the biggest subjects when it comes to photographs. . Privacy invasion is the third issue that most journalists struggle with on a...»

Literary vs. Commercial Fiction

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/28/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «The difference between literary fiction and commercial writing is an interesting contrast played out by many fiction writers. Literary fiction is known to be a more intelligent type of writing. The author usually includes in the story several...»

Synopsis abstract : «The difference between literary fiction and commercial writing is an interesting contrast played out by many fiction writers. In contrast the story ?Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? written by Bob Dylan has a centrally man vs. man conflict....»

Changing Over- Modern Newspapers

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Research papers   |   09/28/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The past is past and the new is here to stay. No longer are we a society that goes to the store to pick up our newspapers each day, including those ever so popular Sunday papers with the coupons stuffed inside. But we are turning toward the internet...»

Synopsis abstract : «The past is past and the new is here to stay. . The roots and history for newspapers go far back in time, because there has always been a hunger for current events and, in particular, political happenings. . The first newspaper published in America...»

Hunter's in the Snow

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/27/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The short literary fiction Hunter's in the Snow, written by Tobias Wolff, is an interesting story depicting the life of three men who embark on a hunting journey that none shall forget. The story brings to mind a time not to long ago that seems...»

Synopsis abstract : «The short literary fiction Hunter's in the Snow, written by Tobias Wolff, is an interesting story depicting the life of three men who embark on a hunting journey that none shall forget. The overall structure and plot of the story plays a part in how...»

How to Start and Run a Small Book Publishing Company by Peter I. Hupalo

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/26/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The author of this book, Peter Hupalo, self-published his first book, Thinking Like An Entrepreneur in 1999, thus beginning his company, HCM Publishing. This book appears to be the second book he has self-published, though he does not mention how...»

Synopsis abstract : «The author of this book, Peter Hupalo, self-published his first book, Thinking Like An Entrepreneur in 1999, thus beginning his company, HCM Publishing. The next section of the book is on marketing. Hupalo is much more in his element in the next...»

The Wall Street Journal: Does Language Exclude Others?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   School essay   |   09/12/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «The assignment states that "language use in discourse communities functions (in part) to exclude others". While this is true in many cases, sometimes language use in discourse communities actually functions to include others. After all, the goal of...»

Synopsis abstract : «The purpose of the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) . The intention or purpose of this collection as a whole. The goal of a publication: Maximizing readership. Our discussion of the WSJ and the style: The exceptions, the oddities of the writing, and things...»

The Ineffective Alternative for Youthful Offenders: Juvenile Boot Camps

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/06/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «America's youth are becoming more and more involved with crime, while juvenile crime rates are skyrocketing. As these crime rates increase, a need for better and more proficient means to detain and rehabilitate youth is apparent. Juvenile boot...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. The ineffective alternative for youthful offenders: Juvenile boot camps. Boot camps and their appearance to be 'tough on crime'. Boot camp environment. Conclusion. References....»

The USA Patriot Act: How Un-Patriotic Is It?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   09/06/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «After the attacks of 9/11 on American freedom and on American soil, it was apparent that there was a need for better protection against terrorist attacks, and for the very freedom that we once cherished, and, to some extent, took for granted. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. The Un Patriotic Patriot Act. Discussion. The findings of Thornburgh . Conclusion. References....»

What Do Editors Write?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   School essay   |   08/30/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «One of the most important skills employers seek in potential employees is strong communication skill in both oral and written communication. Being able to write well gives an individual a slight edge over other applicants in any profession. In the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Interoffice communication. Newspaper writing . Accuracy in writing. The negative consequences of writing poorly . Conclusion....»

Parody as it Relates to U.S. Copyright Law

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   School essay   |   08/29/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «The idea at the heart of the First Amendment - and at the heart of democracy, itself - is that citizens have the right to criticize anything. Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution establishes the power of Congress "to promote the Progress of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The originality requirement . The fair use clause . Analyzing the third factor of fair use. Conclusion. Sources....»

Commercial Media as Free Press

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   School essay   |   08/29/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The First Amendment to the United States Constitution states that, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The functions of mass media . Conflict with democratic functions. Debate over the most democratic way to interpret the free press clause. The U.S. governments injunction against the AP. The consolidation of the AP and Western Union...»

The History of Field & Stream

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Research papers   |   08/28/2007   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The history of Field & Stream would be incomplete without first exploring the past of another great outdoor magazine, Forest and Stream, On August 14, 1873, Forest and Stream debuted. The magazine was founded by a group of sportsmen that included...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Field and stream today: A general overview. Maintaining the original mission. The original mission of conservation. The appearance of Field and Stream. A dramatic evolution. Daniel McClain: The Design Director. The content and writers...»

Individual identity and global information. The global village (Mac Luhan)

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/25/2007   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «How is individual identity constructed in the environment of global information and media flows? How valid is Marshall Mac Luhan's global village concept in this environment? Nowadays, each of us is aware from the pattern of our everyday lives...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Media and information flows provided by ICTs . A huge digital environment which offers space for competing ideas . Marshall Mc Luhan's 'global village'. End of the 'given identity' fears and withdrawals: Individuals have to cope with...»

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