Harry-cles Potter and the Mythological Allusions

Harry-cles Potter and the Mythological Allusions Throughout history, Greek and Roman mythology has become an ingrained part of society that; for most people; goes unnoticed. This continuous presence comes in the various forms of media with a large concentration in media intended for children to young adults. Whether they appear in books, television shows, movies, … Read more

Who Controls the US Workforce w/ DOL’s Laws & Regulations

Do you ever wonder who controls and regulates the dedicated work force of America? You might think that it is just controlled by the basic government (which technically it is), but there is a certain organization that controls this field. They are called the United States Department of Labor. Who is the Department of Labor? … Read more

Greek Churches: Unwrapping Christianity’s Counter-Cultural Message

 Introduction to the Greek Churches The message of Christianity is very countercultural to the Greek way of life. Christianity preaches the idea of denying oneself for the sake of perfect obedience to a perfect God. The culture of Greece often celebrated the human goodness, achievement, and beauty, whereas Christianity portrays humans as evil, capable … Read more

The Hero With A Thousand Faces: How One Ancient Story Continues to Inspire the World

The Hero’s Journey: How One Ancient Story Continues to Inspire the World The concept of the hero’s journey comes from Joseph Campbell, a prolific mythologist. Campbell’s years of research into comparative mythology and its importance in understanding human history culminated in his esteemed 1949 work, The Hero With A Thousand Faces. In this work, Campbell … Read more

How Fashion & Dress Reveal Power Structures in Society

 The last few decades of the twentieth century saw an increasing obsession in the presentation and ornamentation of the human body in the search for beauty, decoration and stylistic glamour. People became growingly preoccupied with their bodies and new books promoted their own perspectives on the body. Foucault drew attention to the non biological … Read more

Uncovering Gender In Fashion: Gianlorenzo Bernini’s Drape-Exploration in the 17th Century

 Fashion is ever-changing, devotedly parallel to the society it exists in. Through this observation, the evaluation of certain symbols of garments and their implied significance has become a familiar practice when constructing the history of fashion. Although, during the time these innovations were made, it would be complicated to figure out their inherent innuendoes. … Read more

Fulfilment & Satisfaction Volunteering & Serving Others w/Saint Michael’s Med Ctr.

 “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” (Mahatma Gandhi) Volunteering is more than giving back to a community, it offers personal fulfilment  and satisfaction and it is an important part of building your identity. I chose Saint Michael’s Medical Center as my location for volunteering because … Read more

History & Impact of Environmental Racism: From Sharecropping to Flint, MI

 Justin Michalson 11-28-18 Dr.Moses     Research Paper: Environmental Racism  Environmental racism is the destruction of communities of color due to lack of access to clean water, proper land, and lack of rehabilitation from extensive natural disasters. Early instances of Environmental Racism was sharecropping post civil war. Black folks were not tied down to plantations … Read more

Great War Impact on Israel & Middle East: Facts & Fiction

 The Great War, also known as the First World War or World War I, was a geopolitical struggle that emerged in 1914 and lasted for four years. This international conflict greatly influenced both the sociopolitical and economic development of most nations in Europe, Israel, Russia, United States, and the Middle East. Notably, the war … Read more

Should we follow the advice of the founding fathers?

Thomas Jefferson Section 1: Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, did many things for our country. He helped write the declaration of independence, supported the Revolution, and ruled over the Louisiana purchase. During his presidency Jefferson greatly reduced the national debt by almost thirty million dollars. He began the U.S. Military Academy … Read more