Vietnam has a fascinating culture. The everyday life of the inhabitants of this country is significantly different from that of Americans. With such a contrasting way of life, Vietnam also hones several diverse and attractive holidays. Some of these attractive holidays include Tết (Vietnamese New Year), Tết Trung Thu (Mid-Autumn Festival), Tết Đoan Ngọ (Double Fifth Festival), and Lễ Phật Đản (Buddha Day). Each of these holidays has a unique history, wonderful traditions, and most importantly, delicious food! In my...
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In recent times, social media has taken an incredibly gigantic position. Scientists are becoming more and more concerned about its impact on various spheres of life of the modern generation, especially on young people. Many studies have been conducted to determine whether social media influence the education of young people and whether this impact is positive or negative. In this essay, I will analyze the impact of online media on the framework of two specific research articles and possible implications...
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Crime and violence is a development issue. The high rates of crime and violence have both direct effects on human welfare in the short-run and longer-run effects on economic growth and social development. While levels of crime and associated circumstances vary throughout different countries, crime and violence have reached a worrying high, and their apparent rise in recent years is nothing less than noticeable. Most people believe that the steady rise in unemployment leads to a relative increase in crime....
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During my first semester as a freshman college student, I took General Ed classes like the rest of the students, and as a part of it, I had to take General Biology, which I hated. General Biology did not have a mandatory attendance policy, so I ended up skipping most of the classes because I was familiar with the topics from high school. Little did I know that the content would be a little more difficult than high school, so...
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College education has become very important in modern life. Over time, education actually becomes a key factor in the growth of the economy of any country. As the world is dominated by information, technology, and further education, young people need access to college education, free or not. Higher education is indeed the ticket to individual job security and higher income for people exclusively in the knowledge age. But what if such an education is unaffordable, how then can young people...
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In well-known dystopian novels such as George Orwell's '1984' and Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale', the strict rules imposed by their respective totalitarian states bespeak repression. Although both novels deal with issues that predominated the 20th century, many aspects of life imposed by totalitarian governments unfortunately still exist today in some countries, most notably North Korea, whose regime continues to use censorship as a means of control. to ensure the successful repression of basic human rights and freedoms. Inside the...
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This poem begins with the speaker saying “I want you to know one thing” It’s only one quick sentence but it is intense. The speaker says this as if he’s trying to create a firm tone and give off a warning to the reader, that it’s only one thing but it’s very important. Throughout the first stanza, The speaker also addresses that every little thing brings him back to a certain someone, “aromas, light, metals; were little boats; that sail;...
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I want to go to college to be able to provide for my family. To start my own dream of opening up a business to help and inspire others to do well for themselves. I want to achieve something the other women in my family were not able to do. I want to be the one who brings a watershed into my family's life where we won't have to be face to face with struggle every day. In this essay,...
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To be the President of the United States is an intimidating job that requires an individual to have the best qualities of leadership. The United States is the most democratic nation in the whole world. It is the symbol of power in the world and it is referred to as the Super Power. The country is resourceful and fundamentally the wealthiest in terms of financial, material, as well as social-cultural diversity. Therefore, to achieve the most political or as much...
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When World War II began, Britain released several propaganda posters. Through diction, symbolism, and imagery, Britain attempted to persuade its citizens to join in the war effort. Throughout several of the posters, targeted diction is used to convince the audience that it is essential for them to go to war. The emphasis on the word 'our' in one of the posters is meant to make the viewer feel like they need to fight to feel like a part of their...
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Childhood obesity is a well-known health problem internationally. A major spike in cases of child obesity have been observed from the 1980s to the present day, and the World Health Organization has even declared that around 1 in 3 eleven-year-olds are overweight or obese. Behavioral, genetic, and environmental factors have been said to be causes of obesity in children. Lisa Chamberlain, assistant professor of pediatrics, has mentioned that we’re in a situation in which one-third of all children born in...
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As technology keeps improving and becomes more affordable, there are always innovations that can help people to ease their life. One of those innovations can be virtual reality (VR). Studies show that it has a promising future in the educational system, or even treating children's aggression problems. This essay examines the benefits of virtual reality and discusses some of its drawbacks. In their article 'The Benefits of Virtual Reality in Education: A Comparison Study' (2015), Mustafa Hussein and Carl Natterdal...
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We can't deny the importance of sleep because it's a necessity to stay healthy. All of us need at least an acceptable amount of sleep so that we can feel better and wake up with a fresh, clear mind. However, if you don't get good sleep, you feel annoyed and unfocused throughout the day and you become stressed out. This has a negative influence on both our health and well-being, as well as our lifestyle. This is why you should...
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Social media directly links addiction which leads to a myriad of mental health issues among young people. If you’ve ever misplaced your phone, you may have experienced a mild state of panic until it’s been found. About 73% of people claim to experience this unique flavor of anxiety, which makes sense when you consider that adolescents typically spend an average of 2-4 hours per day tapping, typing, and swiping on their social media accounts—that adds up to over 2,600 daily...
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Technology is around every corner we turn. Not only do they help with communicating they also help with accessing the Internet. Without the Internet, people can not shop, communicate, play, and much more. Over time, technology has helped relationships form with social media, dating apps, and electronic interactions. Many people think this is a helpful way to form relationships, but there are also harmful things technology can bring It. It does not help form relationships because it can distract others...
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As part of the restrictive measures of Covid-19, Plymouth University introduced online learning for the SCP course. I was advised that I would be required to use online platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, to name a few, for lectures and group work. Before the start of the induction week, I felt anxious about navigating such technology. I worried about the prospects of technical difficulties, Wi-Fi connection issues, or how I was going to maintain my motivation and attention in...
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Being a mother is a 24/7 job, with no vacation, and no rest of your life. Being a mother is a special moment for every girl, like they found the light in a dark tunnel, but also being a mother is a hard job where you have to sacrifice your old habits, lifestyle, and love. This essay will talk about what it is like to be a mother, mostly about things only a new mother would relate to. Firstly, being...
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Oldboy is a 2003 South Korean action thriller film co-written and directed by Park Chan-wook. One of the most important themes in Oldboy is the human concept of the Truth. Oldboy helps us understand the need for truth in our human minds, and that revenge does not alter the painful feelings that have been experienced. Humankind is obsessed with the truth, insisting it is upheld in business and personal relationships. As keeper of the truth, Woo-jin taunts Dae-su by saying,...
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In this self-evaluating essay, the main task is to reflect on how participation changed my approach to teamwork within the workshop. I found the workshop beneficial and exciting. To provide a coherent structure to my essay, I will use Gibbs’ 1988 reflection model. Description A team is a small number of individuals associated with some joint activity with a strong, deep-seated, common sense of purpose (Katzenbah & Smith, 1991). In the workshop, we were divided into teams. Each team had...
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It is very hard for people to change their habit; some people do agree and accepts the fact, but the hardest part is to correct the behavior as no one is perfect and for some, it may take time. A habit is doing something repeatedly by people without them being aware of displaying a particular behavior. There are two types of habits; the good ones and the bad ones. Good habit displays a behavior that is beneficial to one’s physical...
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Fairy tales have always played an important role in my life and they're honestly something I'm utmost grateful for. The fairy tale 'The Little Mermaid' by Hans Christian Anderson has personal significance to me as I can still recall my mother reading that story to me as a child before bedtime. Throughout the course of the story, I will discuss how the author effectively conveys both the elements of hope and warning in the story The Little Mermaid. The aspect...
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My name is Sophia Arredondo. I was born December 14, 2004, in Redding, California. After my parents divorced, my mom moved my sister and me to a small town, where we have remained ever since. Growing up, my sister would regularly speak for me. While this took part in my shyness, I was invariably a happy kid. After the move, I quickly developed a tight-knit friend group consisting of 3 girls and myself. Life was good, and we were content,...
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The world has experienced drastic changes since the beginning of time. The Greek philosopher, Heraclitus believed that “There is nothing permanent in this world except change.” He believed that the only constant in this world is change. Change is not new in our lives. It can take place in many different ways, and this can be dealt with in many various ways. We experience changes in our daily lives whether there's a simple change in the weather, a change in...
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Personally, I enjoyed reading 1984 by George Orwell. I really liked the storyline and plot, I enjoyed the characters and the themes shown throughout most of the novel, but I did not like the ending considering how the book unfolded. I found this ending to be quite ineffective for the plot and honestly very anticlimactic for the reader. Throughout the story, I was expecting an exciting ending after the climactic and unexpected capture of Winston and Julia, but ultimately the...
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The American government is making efforts to reform the national healthcare system to ensure that all citizens have access to affordable healthcare. The current system is complicated, with some people relying on private insurance and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Although those government-funded programs aim at increasing access to health services, they are limited to vulnerable populations like the elderly, disabled, and low-income households. Despite the government spending more resources on healthcare, the country lags behind as other developed...
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During the first 13 weeks of studying at Victoria University, specifically an integrated business-challenged unit, I was put into a group of four people who have different cultural backgrounds. The most significant thing is that we did learn to understand, respect, and accept each other’s through team working. Working together is making us work more effectively. My experience of this leads me to believe that teamwork can help us solve problems quickly and come up with more innovative ideas as...
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Many diseases that affect a person are life-threatening. Cancer is one of those fatal diseases. Cancer is basically a general name that is given to a whole group of diseases that have one thing in common – abnormal cell growth. The causes of this disease cannot be traced to a single factor because many factors contribute to its birth. Its effects are explained by the rapid spread of abnormal cells and the way they pile up upon each other. This...
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Have you at any point asked why there is so much misery, drug dependence, alcohol addiction, and brutality in our society? Is there a concealed reason for all of this? Perhaps it is the constant use of social media in our lives and the fact that even being without our phones can cause some people panic attacks. The introduction of frequent technological use has impacted our lives, therefore severing our connections to each other. Some people believe they can live...
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Oscar-winning film for Best Sound Editing, ‘American Sniper’, is known for its high-packed action scenes filled with gunfire and war. However, these sounds of gunfire were not easy to create. Sound supervisors Alan Robert Murray and Bub Asman were responsible for delivering the sounds to the director, Clint Eastwood. They made sure to deliver a very realistic documentary approach to the way they designed their sound which means there is very little music. Alan, who is very detailed, made sure...
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How strange, is it not, that two distant entities can engage in heartfelt exchange, often consumed with so little thought? Growing up, a reciprocal longing has been cohering: I wanted to accomplish something in life that would make a difference in the lives of people around me. Yet, it was not until mid-adolescence did I find my calling – fortuitously, no less. I was 16 then. Awoken by the agony of my chest flattening itself, I recall myself clutching it...
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