The Loss of Innocence in Today’s Youth When you think of a child, thoughts of innocence are probably what come to mind, because that’s what we associate with childhood. We often ally naviaty with children, as they lack exposure to the world. But, what would you think if a child stuck his tongue out and […]
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Extra Credit – HOODED
On February 26, 2012, Trayvon Martin, an unarmed black man, was killed by a member of the local neighborhood watch. And since then, numbers and numbers of unarmed black men have been killed too. What HOODED depicts is the state that a young black male and the issues he continues to face in America’s society. […]
Rhetorical Analysis Essay Introduction
When you think of a child, thoughts of innocence are probably what come to mind, because that’s what we associate with childhood, isn’t it? Now, what would you think if a child stuck his tongue out and flipped you off? Probably wouldn’t remind you of innocence. I have had a poster portraying this image in […]
Civic Artifact Speech Outline
Introduction Hook – When you think of a child, thoughts of purity probably come to mind, because that is what we associate with childhood, isn’t it? (portray image of child flipping off the camera) Brief Background – Children in America are losing their innocence due to society’s corruptness. At younger ages, children are being exposed […]
Citizens Assembly: Extra Credit
The Citizens Assembly of Ireland has proved to be a great success for the Irish communities. After the recession of 2008-2009, brave voices decided it was time for citizens to get their say within democracy and government. Because of this body of voices, Ireland was able to get back on its feet, transforming from the […]
Kairos in my Baby Poster
Let’s say you are walking through a family friendly neighborhood. The sun is shining, sprinklers are grazing freshly cut grass, and a little boy rides by on a mini tricycle. Aw, he’s so sweet,is what you’re thinking. As he gets closer, you can see his tongue is out, sunglasses on, and his middle finger up. […]
Civic Artifact – What does it tell you?
When you see a young child, thoughts of imagination, innocence and hope burst into mind. It brings me to remember the days in which I had no concerns bigger than whether my caterpillar friend in the backyard ran away or not. But, why do we associate these thoughts when we encounter an adolescent? Is it […]