Essay

Last Chance U: Basketball
The Struggle of Junior College Basketball In Last Chance U: Basketball, the players for the East Los Angeles Community College Men’s Basketball team are subjected to the grueling and often demoralizing conditions of the junior college basketball level. The stigma that comes with being at the JUCO level is one that does not take kindly to those involved; from no meal plans, no student housing, and consistent struggles financially, all while attempting to remain academically eligible and play well enough to receive a scholarship to a better program, the junior college route can be a struggle for anyone brave enough to attempt it. This theme will provide evidence and attempt to depict the often-overwhelming obstacles presented towards junior college athletes, as well as the lack of support these players are given to succeed at this level.
By Jack Whalenabout a year ago in Critique
Do social media platforms offer a new way of connecting, or are they just narcissistic?
Social media platforms are unquestionably a modern track to connect and communicate with others in real time with a wide audience. Nonetheless, exactly like other tools, how they are used diverges from person to person. When individuals use platforms to promote themselves, trying to seek approval, or interacting with others sharing interests, it can lead to ambiguous or narcissistic behavior.
By Simone Nunziataabout a year ago in Critique
Powerful Women and Misogyny in Film
We all like to think that we are exempt from propaganda; that with enough education and self-awareness, we can side-step the negative impacts of social conditioning. Of course, this is never true, and much of our behaviors and cognitions are based on the propaganda we have been fed. There is, of course, no bigger force complicit in propaganda than film. For over a hundred years film has influenced and reinforced the way Americans perceive themselves and the world around them. This is unfortunate because American society has always been constructed and perceived through a male-centric lens- especially when it comes to the female purpose. This is why I want to analyze how films depict a topic that’s crucial to me: women in the workplace. To do this, I will be analyzing the representation of professional women in two films: the 1942 film Woman of the Year and the 2006 film The Devil Wears Prada.
By Faye Lockabout a year ago in Critique
Wanderlust: A Journey Through Time and Space
Introduction The human spirit is inherently curious, driven by an insatiable desire to explore and discover. Travel, a fundamental aspect of our existence, has been a catalyst for growth, understanding, and cultural exchange throughout history. From the ancient explorers who charted unknown lands to the modern-day adventurers who traverse the globe, the allure of travel continues to captivate and inspire.
By Trip Listifyabout a year ago in Critique
The Best Apple Watch To Buy Right Now
The Benefits of an Apple Watch: Enhancing Everyday Life The Apple Watch has evolved from a stylish gadget into a powerful tool that enhances various aspects of daily life. From health monitoring to seamless connectivity, the benefits of an Apple Watch extend far beyond its initial promise. Here’s a comprehensive look at how this smartwatch can add value to your life.
By jayabout a year ago in Critique
Barrier Between Us
Do you ever think that how much our life would be easy if all of us would speak only one language and if there would be only one language all around the world. There would be no language barrier while we communicate to each other because all of us could speak easily to anyone and everyone, the reason would be that we would have only one language. But instead of having one and only one language all around the world we have many and different languages and because of this there are many problems which we face.
By WALL_E2 years ago in Critique
Children's Literature
There is nothing better than a children's book. There are many lessons that one can learn from these kinds of books both for children and adults. There are mysteries, stories dealing with friendships, family and even personal issues. There are even nonfiction books that teach various skills from health and nutrition to even birth and death that are done in a conversational tone using vocabulary that children know and use.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
What is a nursery rhyme in so many words?
So, what is a nursery rhyme in so many words. The nursery rhyme is a poem that teaches various lessons to young children using various kinds of characters to elicit feelings and emotions in a particular situation. This is not the official definition of a nursery rhyme, but my own.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Pledge Allegiance to the Flag. Content Warning.
Now that students are back in school who remembers standing at the side of the desks repeating this pledge with our hands over our hearts? I do remember doing this everyday till I graduated from high school. I remember in early elementary school I was even chosen to hold the flag one day. To me the meaning of this pledge is to say thank you to all the patriots for securing a republic turned democracy and allowing us to have many freedoms to learn and be happy in our choices.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
What is it about reading a book?
What is it about reading a book? Is it the cover, the chapters, the words? Or is it the feeling of the pages as you are turning them? Could it be the place you chose to read this story or even your chosen drink say hot tea, hot chocolate or some would say a glass of wine depending on their mood and what they have chosen to read. Reading a book brings relaxation, learning and inspiration to whomever. Just read and it is cliche, but books to open a whole new world to all.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
The World's Globe
What the world needs now with the Olympics just about over is to remember that we need just to show understanding and compassion to our fellow men and women. How can we do this when there is an election coming up and we all know what that brings about. When you see a world globe what it reminds you. When I see a globe, it reminds me that each individual country on the globe is a part of united whole. From one nation to another we all have our beliefs and if we look, we all are very similar in those beliefs.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
The Effect of 2023–24 Tech Layoffs on Companies Glassdoor and Indeed Profiles
For years, tech companies attracted top tech talent by offering perks, job security, and career growth, creating laid-back office culture and, post-COVID, work from home (WFH) options. These benefits created strong Glassdoor ratings and positive employee reviews, making it easier for tech companies to attract top candidates, especially when competing with other industries. However, the recent increase in tech layoffs, with nearly 1,200 companies cutting over 260,000 jobs in 2023 alone (according to Layoff Tracker), has disrupted this trend, impacting companies' reputations and employee morale, a shift not seen since the 2001 “dot-com bubble.”
By Sergey Rusak2 years ago in Critique