My father immigrated to the United States in 1989 after living in China for 26 years. I sat down with him in our living room to talk about his experiences adapting to life in the United States. It was definitely one of the more emotional conversations we have had together, for we touched on many of the memorable events of his life as he reflected on his momentous past. In this essay, I’m going to analyze his life as an...
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First Reflection of the Black Suffrage Research Project “If you're doing a biography, you try to stay as accurate as possible to reality. But you really don't know what was going on in the person's mind. You just know what was going on in the minds of people around him.” by Clint Eastwood. Since my freshman year in college, I knew that at some point in time, I would be required to write a biography. However, I did not know...
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The world has witnessed many genius inventors, engineers, scientists, and industrialists who have brought many new ideas. One of the great modern thinkers and engineers we have today is Elon Musk. Many know Elon Musk as the man behind PayPal, Hyperloop, SolarCity, Tesla Motors, and Space X. These few companies alone have drastically transformed industries like the automobile, space, and finance. From Tesla producing fully electric cars, SpaceX is working on future space colonization and SolarCity is working on finding...
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Introduction: George Washington Gomez is a novel written by Américo Paredes, published in 1990. Set in South Texas during the early 20th century, the book explores the life of its eponymous protagonist, George Washington Gomez, as he navigates the complexities of his multicultural identity. This informative essay aims to delve into the themes and significance of George Washington Gomez, shedding light on its portrayal of race, culture, and social dynamics in a changing society. Body: Multicultural Identity: George Washington Gomez,...
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Oprah Winfrey was a host of the highly-rated talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show which ran from 1986 to 2011. It won dozens of Emmys and was seen by approximately 30 million viewers a week. After the airing of the show in 2013, an American specialty television channel was created called the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) which is currently jointly owned by Discovery Inc. and Harpo Studios which is Oprah’s production facility. It replaced the Discovery Health Channel and is...
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Oprah Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954, in a small town in Mississippi, USA. During her young years, she struggled with sexual abuse from male relatives and family friends. In 1971, she began working in the radio industry and then became the host of the chat show ‘People Are Talking’. Oprah launched her show 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' which ran for 25 years and ended in 2011. Her show earned her a lot of money and she became the...
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Tesla was born on July 10, 1856, in the village of Smiljan, which is located in a mountainous area of Croatia, when at that time it was part of the Austrian Empire. He studied for free in Vienna initially, to finally complete his studies in Paris. In 1882 he entered to work at the Continental Edison Company in France, to improve and design electrical equipment. In June 1884 he moved to the city of New York, where Thomas Alva Edison...
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Michael Jackson rose to stardom because of his compulsion to make music, his commitment to perfection of his dance moves and singing, and his relatable messages to the world through his music. One of the best and most controversial icons of the twentieth century, Michael Jackson was omnipresent in our pop cognizance from the second he first lined up on stage beside his brothers, to the 24-hour rolling news coverage of his ‘brutish’ death. Every note he sang, every step...
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Amy Rutberg is a talented American actress who garnered fame through her impressive onscreen performances both in movies and TV series. She came into the limelight through her appearance in the Netflix thriller series, Daredevil. There she played the recurring role of Marci Stahl from 2015 to 2018. She made her first onscreen appearance with a guest role in the American crime drama series Pacific Blue in 1997. Since then, she has continued to prove her significance in the Hollywood...
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Despite his historical greatness, Lincoln’s life was characterized by depression. It is also thought that both his parents also suffered from the same. He publicly disclosed his sufferings even to his close friends. This is because he sometimes thought of suicide and described the world as hard and grim. According to Shenk (2005), some of the symptoms of major depressive episodes include a change in appetite, feelings, fatigue, and suicidal thoughts. However, despite the challenges, Lincoln successfully overcame the depression...
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In 1911, Lorado Taft built a large sculpture entitled The Eternal Indian. This statue of an Indian man looking over an Illinois valley was inspired by the legendary Sauk and Fox war chief, Black Hawk, according to Taft. However, when looking at the statue against an image of Black Hawk, the two do not look similar at all. The Eternal Indian appears to be a generic plains Indian, with two long braids and a nondescript robe looking over the valley....
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My report is going to be on a woman named Whitney Elizabeth Houston. Whitney was born in Newmark, New Jersey on the 9th of August 1963. She was raised in a Baptist household. Her parents are called John Russell Houston, Jr (father) and Emily Houston (mother) Both of her parents were African American. She has a brother and a half-brother. Whitney's brother is Michael Houston who is a singer and her half-brother Gary Garland is an ex-basketball player. Houston was...
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Ok let’s start with a scenario shall we, you walk into class and your teacher keeps looking at you, not in a mean way just concerned. The teacher then tells you “You need to do better, I think and I know you can. I try to teach you yet you never seem to understand what I’m teaching. I am afraid to say this but, teaching you is hopeless.” Later on in life you are taking a test to a very...
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An award-winning Canadian actress with a signature smile, Rachel Mcadams is widely known for her roles in high-school comedies such as Mean Girls and Mean Girls. She is also known for playing exceptionally in Spotlight and Game Night. While many stars had it easy with fame, Rachel's journey to prominence was a long, winding one that started from her engagement in competitive skating and fascination for sports at a very young age. Her confidence which resulted from those areas soon...
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Just how much do you know about Franklin Graham? He is the son of the late internationally-known American evangelist, William Franklin Graham II, who was better known as Billy Graham. Just like his father, Franklin is a Christian evangelist and missionary who has dedicated his life to the propagation of the gospel of Jesus Christ in its entirety. Beyond his Gospel ministry, he is also a political activist and this has landed him in several controversies. Notwithstanding, Franklin is still...
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Lionel Andrés Messi was born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina. He was named after Lionel Richie. As a young boy, Messi used to play soccer along with his two older brothers and their friends. At the age of 8, he joined the youth system of Newell’s Old Boys, a Rosario-based club. Messi dreams of becoming a professional soccer player at age 10. Messi was smaller than most of the kids in his age group. Messi was eventually diagnosed...
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Harriet Tubman is most famously known for being an African-American abolitionist during the Civil War. She was a slave who escaped to freedom, spending the rest of her life helping others escape as she did. Tubman risked her life innumerable times for a cause she believed would make the world a better, more equal place. She was considered a civil rights activist and was even a spy for the Union during the American Civil War. Though her activism during slavery...
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'As far as I know, it takes effect immediately, without delay'. These famous words from Günter Schabowski ended the many years of separation between East and West Germany on 9 November 1989. In the following months, more and more people moved from East Berlin to the West and vice versa. Thus, step by step, the products of the West were also adopted in the East, while large parts of the culture of the GDR, the German Democratic Republic, disappeared. Some...
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My name is Martha Montanez and I am a current New York City college student and resident of the borough of the Bronx. I am writing to express concerns about the future of my Concord Avenue neighborhood. I think that you should reconsider the specified location of your proposal to build a new jail facility in Mott Haven in the south Bronx as one of the 4 locations set to replace Rikers Island. A different location should be selected for...
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Andrew Carnegie and the Rise of Big Business is a non-fiction historical biography written by Harold C. Livesay. The book follows the chronological events of Andrew Carnegie’s life from the moment he was born up until his death. This book gives insight into how Andrew Carnegie went from rags to riches. Livesay opens the book by talking about the American dream”-the belief that anyone can rise above his origins, however humble, and through hard work, honesty...the position of power and...
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Humanity remembers major scientific discoveries and some of them continue to influence the way we view the world today. For example, the accidental discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming and Newton’s apple led to the discovery of gravity. These discoveries all have something in common - a brilliant mind and a stroke of luck (or divine providence). In a similar way, a series of coincidences led a young Charles Darwin to develop the theory of natural selection. This forever changed...
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Walt Whitman was an amazing American poet, essayist, and journalist. He wrote many pieces surrounding Civil War experiences. He wrote a poem describing the nighttime dreams of a Civil War veteran called The Artilleryman’s Vision. Another piece of writing he wrote surrounding the Civil War was a letter to his mother describing a meaningful encounter with a wounded Union soldier following the Battle of Fredericksburg. A poem and a letter are two different pieces of writing, so how can Whitman’s...
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I. Introduction Brief overview of Marilyn Monroe's life and career Thesis statement: Marilyn Monroe's life and legacy continue to captivate and inspire, making her an enduring cultural icon. II. Early Life and Career Background information on Marilyn Monroe's birth name and upbringing Introduction to her early career as a model and actress Discussion of her breakthrough role in "Niagara" and subsequent rise to stardom III. Marilyn Monroe as a Sex Symbol Examination of Monroe's iconic image and beauty Discussion of...
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Frida Kahlo was an acknowledged Mexican artist, actually one of Mexico’s best. She is remembered for her phenomenal work, specializing in self-portraits with her bold color choices. She is celebrated in Mexico as she brought attention towards the Mexican culture throughout her artworks, and also for her representation of feminism. One of Frida’s most famous portraits is “The Broken Column”, which redefined the nature of art and signified her as a strong artist. “The Broken Column” was painted in 1944....
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Helmuth Hubener is very brave person who you have probably never heard of before. Helmuth Hubener was only 16 when he was sentenced to death by Hitler. He was a very brave person and someone we can look up to. At the age of 16 he dared to defy the nazi’s and did defy them. Helmuth was born in Hamburg Germany on January 8th of 1925. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He...
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The theme of Identity incorporates several aspects in multiple disciplines. According to the Cambridge Dictionary Identity means who a person is, or the qualities of a person or group that make them different from others: IDENTITY In-text: (Identity, 2021) Your Bibliography: In Cambridge Dictionary. 2021. Identity. [online] Available at: [Accessed 2 May 2021].Research highlights that in most cases, identity refers to the way we perceive and express ourselves such as race, heritage, or sex. Many artists use their work as...
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Pablo Picasso, a name synonymous with revolutionary artistry, stands as a towering figure in the world of modern art. Born in Spain in 1881, Picasso's journey in art began under the tutelage of his father, an art teacher. His prodigious talent soon catapulted him into the annals of artistic legends. This essay delves into the multifaceted life and works of Picasso, offering insights into his profound impact on the art world. From his Blue and Rose periods to the creation...
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Emersonian Essay Imagine if no one followed the rules. Everyone would not care and people would speak up to what they truly believe in. This world would be completely different. We wouldn't have to walk around with a fake mask just to fit in. Although that would be great, I think it would be awhile until that happens. With not all of us being like that, there are a few people that are; and one of those people is Frida...
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Do you love the 80s? Spunky hair, neon clothes, leg warmers, and Coca-Cola? Well, Ronald Reagan was President of the United States for most of the 1980s; 1981-89 to be exact. He did many things in the office during his presidency and outside being president. Some things that he did was developed a new strategy for the economy (also known as Reaganomics), he was a movie star for most of his career life and so many more! Staring Life For...
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Mark White's 2013 publication, Kennedy: A Cultural History of an American Icon, offers a different perspective on the enigma that was John F Kennedy. White looks at how the 'extraordinarily potent' image of Kennedy was created during his college years and claims that the image's longevity and continuance to the present day is his most enduring achievement, greater than the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty of 1963 and the peaceful resolution of the Cuban Missile Crisis. In six well-researched thematic chapters,...
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