I love movies and the fascinating process required to make movies. Camera techniques, stunts, visual effects, miniature models, CGI, intricate sets, costumes and talented actors are all combined to create the magic of movies. My love of the art of filmmaking, in part, explains the sadness I felt [Continue Reading »]
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Veterans Day is on November 11th it was originally a day to commemorate the end of major hostility of World War I, originally known as Armistice Day. It became officially known as Veterans Day in 1954. Kirkwood has many students and employees who have served in the [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]There was a shooting in Arlington, Texas, a week ago, and frankly I am beyond angry about it. There have been reports that the child was bullied and I am heartbroken that it got to the point that he felt that the only thing that he could do [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Most students may walk a fine line between obtaining good grades in their classes and suffering from academic burnout. It can be difficult finding the balance between work, school, social and home life. How can you tell that you are suffering from academic burnout? What can be done to recover [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Living in apartments is a big part of the college experience. This experience is not always one that is pleasant or easy. You have to deal with things that you probably have never had to deal with before like paying for utility bills and buying furniture. The first [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Twenty years ago, one of the most horrific events in American history occurred when terrorists attacked the Twin Towers. After two decades, should 9/11 be considered an essential element of American history? Though the impact it had on older generations was significant, is it still relevant to us? The generation that was [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]I was thirteen on Sept. 11, 2001. I have lived more of my life in a post 9/11 world then a pre 9/11 world. That day I learned that hatred is powerful. I learned that people on the other side of the world in a country I had [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Over the last few years, I have had many frustrating encounters with people who don’t understand that, “No, your child may not pet my dog,” means not at all. When I say no to letting their child pet my dog, I am trying to protect both my dog [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Within the first four months of 2021, there have been a total of 142 mass shootings, ranging from 35-48 each month, with a total of 162 killed, and 539 injured. Yet, even with the hundreds who have been injured or have died due to these shootings, there is still a debate on whether there should be some [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]When former President Donald Trump was in office, it was common to criticize his border wall and his increased support of ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) as if they would undermine the leftist ideal view of diversity or make America look like a fascist country for wanting stricter [Continue Reading »]
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