Identity Politics & Queer Representation Through Canadian Artists in “Land & Body of Our Own” Exhibit

 The role of the curator proves to be a large influence to what viewers see in galleries, museums, and art shows. There are responsibilities that weigh down on the curator may include preserving the art and connecting contemporary work to art history with calculated arrangement of the work. Curators are able to decide how … Read more

Blame for the "Kansas-Nebraska Act" Debate: Was it Stephen Douglas or Franklin Pierce?

 The Kansas-Nebraska Act, passed by congress on May 30, 1854, was drafted by Democratic Senator Stephen Douglas of Illinois and supported by Democratic President Franklin Pierce. The Act repealed the Missouri Compromise of 1820, which abolished slavery north of latitude 36° 30’. This gave the territories of Kansas and Nebraska the power to decide … Read more

Alcohol’s Effects on the Brain

 Alcohol use is seen as common place cross culturally having been deemed as a safe and enjoyable beverage. It has been worshipped, bought, and banned throughout its existence of over 10 million years. In recent history there has been much debate on whether this fermented beverage is beneficial or detrimental to the overall well … Read more

Faulker’s Tragic Themes: Explore Charles E. St. V. Bon in Absalom, Absalom

 Chapter 6 of Absalom Absalom! by William Faulkner provides readers a look into the life of Charles Etienne Saint-Valery Bon, one of the novel’s minor yet fundamental characters for the fulfillment of Faulkner’s major themes. While his father and grandfather appear as more prominent figures in the various narrations of this multigenerational plotline, Charles … Read more

Lewis & Clark’s Great Adventure to the Pacific Ocean

 In Lewis in Clark’s novel, they talk about their great journey to find a waterway to reach California and the Pacific Ocean. They set off in May of 1804, and Jefferson was very curious about the Western part of Mississippi. He urged William Clark’s older brother to take on an expedition to raise money … Read more

9/11 Attack and War on Terror: Increased National Security and U.S. Actions Since 2001.

 CJ Onelli Ms.Porter U.S History 11 November 29, 2017 National Security and The War on Terror What occurred in Lower Manhattan and Washington D.C. on September 11th, 2001 will be a day forever remembered in history. The terrorist group, Al Qaeda was led by Osama Bin Laden trained and recruited several terrorists in order … Read more

Uncovering the Meaning of Narmer's Palette

 The Palette of Narmer is a single piece of siltstone, standing around sixty-four centimeters tall, created and used by ancient Egyptians. It was discovered in the year 1898 by James Quibell and Frederick Green in Egypt, at the site of Hierakonpolis, along with other items such as mace that had been buried with it. … Read more

Margaret Thatcher’s Radical Individualism and Its Impact on British Society

 Margaret Thatcher, individualism and ignorance Coming from somewhat 'humble beginnings', Margaret Thatcher seemed to manifest the individual's struggle: she reached her goal of becoming Prime Minister, through her own means, in an extremely male-dominated political world. Margaret Thatcher in fact dominated the patriarchy of politics for 11 years, as a woman. In this way, … Read more