The History of Dog Domestication: the Ancient Ancestors of Man's Best Friend

 A dog is a man’s best friend. This statement holds true and defines the strong bond between humans and domesticated dogs. However, for many individuals, a dog is considered much more—they have become a part of the family. Human-animal relationships have greatly evolved and continue to strengthen their bond for the past generations. Humans … Read more

Rehumanizing “Criminals”: Social Docs Scared Straight & 13th Challenge Stereotypes

 To Dehumanize or Rehumanize Representing the “Criminal” in Scared Straight and 13th Nikita Urs, Film 108/Discussion 1B, Fall 2018   Redefining a term with a negative connotation is a difficult task, which many filmmakers struggle to do successfully; however, when done correctly, it can be a transformative experience for the viewer.  A successful social … Read more

How Technology’s Advancement Has Increased Independent Musician’s Music Relevance in Popular Music Streaming Platforms

 Daniel Messersmith MUS 120-04 Inter-disciplinary Perspective Activity Eric Paton 16 November 2018 Independent Musician’s and Technology’s Influence on the Music Industry For as long as recorded music has been eminent, the methods of consumption and release have been important to the culture that surrounds it. In recent years, the industry of music has developed … Read more

Investigate the 1988 PEPCON Disaster and Its Causes: A Report

 The PEPCON Disaster Group B08 Hamish Milne, Louise O’Donnell, Robyn Watt, Harry Walton Abstract This report will discuss and examine the engineering disaster that took place on May 4th, 1988 at the Pacific Engineering and Production Company of Nevada (PEPCON) at the chemical plant in Henderson Nevada. Specifically, it will discuss the history of … Read more

Limitless Profits: Exploring the Argument for Atlantic Slave Trade's Economic Incentives

 Chase Puryear Seth Armstrong HI 201 12 September 2018 The Atlantic Slave Trade Argument     At the beginning of the colonization of the New World, many traders were looking for labor workers other than the natives to increase production. This was the driving force behind the idea that this could be accomplished by using … Read more

The Pros & Cons of China's Emperor K'ang-Hsi's Reign & Rule

 From a critical perspective, although valid, this book provides a one-sided argument in the support of K'ang-Hsi. Although some leaders may seem perfect, it is impossible to suggest that any one leader is faultless. Thus, Jonathan Spence misses an important issue regarding the reign of K'ang-Hsi, as he is portrayed as a benevolent ruler. … Read more

Impressionism Movement: Meet Its Artists & Techniques

 For the final paper, I chose to talk about the 19th century art movement of Impressionism and its main artist influencers. I chose this movement because I loved Claude Monet’s paintings, even before I was an art lover I was a fan of his. I was so inspired by the painting techniques he used. … Read more

The Classic Charm of The Belle of Louisville

 This locally famous steamboat is predominantly white with three vertical red trimmed rails separating the boat into thirds, this same red is seen in the stern wheel. Other main features of this boat are the black smoke stacks that sit tall upon the boats head almost like two stretched out top hats. The name … Read more

Explore Japan's Social Structure in Shogunate & Medieval Europe: Comparison in Classes & Standards of Living

 History essay – Everyday life in Shogunate Japan and Medieval Europe was hard for most people. Society was divided into the higher class and the lower class, even though there was a hierarchy most people lived in the lower class. The Japanese hierarchy was based upon respect for each position with the emperor and … Read more

Vans: History, Types and Gear

 Eliezer Ludan Pfaff 7th ELA 25 September 2018 Vans “Off The Wall” Did you know that Vans are the best skateboarding shoes of all times, well I will be telling you about the brand Vans. First I will tell you why I chose this topic. Then I will tell you the five main different … Read more