Thursday, September 30, 2010
Blog #9
This article is talking about some artifact that were found from the Civil War. I chose this article cause it really shows that the Civil War really does affect today. One thing they found was a watercolor painting inside view of the Millen Prison’s Main Street with brick ovens. It really allows us to see what life was like back then instead of us just having to guess what it might have looked like. A clay tobacco pipe with an improvised lead bowl, a tourniquet buckle, and several other artifacts were also found.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Blog #8
www.nytimes.com/2010/08/14/opinion/14schuck.html?ref=fourteenth_amendment
1. Summarize the article, and include relevant quotes.
“all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States...”
The main idea of this article comes from the 14th Amendment and shows the different sides of the argument against any birthright citizenship. A birthright citizenship means that if you were born on American soil that you are automatically a citizen of the United States.
"The argument against any birthright citizenship is that these children are here as a result of an illegal act and thus have no claim to membership in a country built on the ideal of mutual consent."
On one side of the argument people are saying that it's right to allow the children of "illegal" immigrants, who were born in the United States, to automatically become citizens just by being born in the US. They are saying that if we got rid of the birthright citizenship there would be more undocumented people in the US.
"Without birthright citizenship, they could be legally stranded, perhaps even stateless, in a country where they were born and may spend their lives. And because more than a third of undocumented parents have a least one American child, ending birthright citizenship would greatly increase the number of undocumented people in the country."
2. Explain what Constitutional concepts are relevant. Some may be obvious, but others maybe more subtly related. Explain the Constitutional connection in your own words, but also reference the specific Article & Section or Amendment(s).
This whole article is based off of the 14th Amendment which states: All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.
Basically saying that everyone who is born in the United States are citizens of the United States and you can not take away their rights to life, liberty, and property without going through the law and you can not deny any person equal protection of the laws.
3. Explain what interests you about this article and/or the Constitutional connections you found.
I found this article interesting because it really is an interesting subject to think about. Should the children born in the United States be considered citizens when their parents are not? I personally like when articles require you to have your own opinion on the topic rather there be a right or wrong answer to the initial question.
1. Summarize the article, and include relevant quotes.
“all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States...”
The main idea of this article comes from the 14th Amendment and shows the different sides of the argument against any birthright citizenship. A birthright citizenship means that if you were born on American soil that you are automatically a citizen of the United States.
"The argument against any birthright citizenship is that these children are here as a result of an illegal act and thus have no claim to membership in a country built on the ideal of mutual consent."
On one side of the argument people are saying that it's right to allow the children of "illegal" immigrants, who were born in the United States, to automatically become citizens just by being born in the US. They are saying that if we got rid of the birthright citizenship there would be more undocumented people in the US.
"Without birthright citizenship, they could be legally stranded, perhaps even stateless, in a country where they were born and may spend their lives. And because more than a third of undocumented parents have a least one American child, ending birthright citizenship would greatly increase the number of undocumented people in the country."
2. Explain what Constitutional concepts are relevant. Some may be obvious, but others maybe more subtly related. Explain the Constitutional connection in your own words, but also reference the specific Article & Section or Amendment(s).
This whole article is based off of the 14th Amendment which states: All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.
Basically saying that everyone who is born in the United States are citizens of the United States and you can not take away their rights to life, liberty, and property without going through the law and you can not deny any person equal protection of the laws.
3. Explain what interests you about this article and/or the Constitutional connections you found.
I found this article interesting because it really is an interesting subject to think about. Should the children born in the United States be considered citizens when their parents are not? I personally like when articles require you to have your own opinion on the topic rather there be a right or wrong answer to the initial question.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Blog #7
What stands out to you in your learning?
I feel that this class is going a lot better than I thought it would. I have never really been that interested in history or writing but with the projects we are doing and the books we are reading I'm getting a lot more into the class.
What is working well in this class?
So far in this class I feel that everything is working pretty well. I am understanding all the concepts we go over. I could try to stay a little bit more on task because I tend to get distracted easily but overall I think everything is going well.
What can you do to build upon your successes?
To build upon my successes I can continue to give my all in everything I do. I want my work to be the best it can be so I have something to show others and not be embarrassed by it.
What very specific, concrete & manageable steps can you take to make the most of your opportunities to learn in this class?
To learn in this class you most definitely have to pay attention and take good notes. I'm sure we will be going over a lot that happened in U.S History and it is key to have well written notes to be able to go back and look at. When doing a project you should know the requirements of the project like the back of your hand and make sure to get it all turned in on time and make it "exhibition acceptable."
What are your goals for the next few weeks in class?
For the next few weeks in class my goals are to continue with my good work habits. I think I started this year off strong and prepared and I would like keep that going so I don't get behind in any of my work.
I feel that this class is going a lot better than I thought it would. I have never really been that interested in history or writing but with the projects we are doing and the books we are reading I'm getting a lot more into the class.
What is working well in this class?
So far in this class I feel that everything is working pretty well. I am understanding all the concepts we go over. I could try to stay a little bit more on task because I tend to get distracted easily but overall I think everything is going well.
What can you do to build upon your successes?
To build upon my successes I can continue to give my all in everything I do. I want my work to be the best it can be so I have something to show others and not be embarrassed by it.
What very specific, concrete & manageable steps can you take to make the most of your opportunities to learn in this class?
To learn in this class you most definitely have to pay attention and take good notes. I'm sure we will be going over a lot that happened in U.S History and it is key to have well written notes to be able to go back and look at. When doing a project you should know the requirements of the project like the back of your hand and make sure to get it all turned in on time and make it "exhibition acceptable."
What are your goals for the next few weeks in class?
For the next few weeks in class my goals are to continue with my good work habits. I think I started this year off strong and prepared and I would like keep that going so I don't get behind in any of my work.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Blog #6
I have always had an interest in music, but not the overly played rap or rock songs you hear on the radio. I'm more interested in the older genres, like Elvis Presley. I was 12 years old when I started listening to Elvis and I loved every bit of him from his voice to gyrating hips. But I soon learned that a man so influential wasn't just born with such talents. Elvis was born into a non wealthy, working class, family in 1935 living in a small house that his father and uncle built. At the age of ten Elvis performed in a youth talent show winning fifth place. Soon after, he gets his first guitar and starts his career. It truly amazes me that you can literally go from rags to riches all you have to do is put your heart and soul into what you love doing.
Elvis Presley started his major career in 1954 with the legendary Sun Records label in Memphis, Tennessee and just one year later he released his first single, Heartbreak Hotel, making him an international sensation. Influenced by Southern Gospel Quartets he was known to go to the Quartet Conventions and all night singings in Memphis and was also greatly influenced by the R&B music he absorbed on historic Beale Street as a Memphis teenager. Being able to take all his favorite music and create his own its truly amazing. He took everything he learned from singing gospel music and eventually earned the title of The King of Rock 'n' Roll. He is the main part of all the rock 'n' roll music we have today which will influence any future artist that decides to follow in the footsteps of The King.
I feel that I can relate to Elvis because I don't need much motivation to get something done. Once I set my mind to it I know that it is possible. I also feel that I can make something out of nothing. Elvis grew up with a family that didn't have much money but that never stopped him. He found something that really inspired him and decided to make that his career and it worked for him. He is now the best selling solo artist in the United States. I can only hope to affect the U.S. half as much as he did.
In 2007 I had the privilege of going to Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, the home of Elvis to see where his talent originated. We happened to visit during Elvis week so everyone was dressed as Elvis showing that people are still worshiping The King to this very day. He is a true legend. At one point we got to venture inside of The King's home to see all of his awards and prize possessions. It was the most unique experience I have ever had. Being able to see every one of the records he had was incredible and made everything so much more real. I even was able to see his grave.
Unfortunately not all icons are happy at the end of their lives. I learned that Elvis started hanging out with the wrong crowd and got into the drugs and bad habits. He got a divorce which took a toll on his mental health. Twice during that year he overdosed on a series of drugs, used to treat his depression, landing him stuck in a coma for three days. He "felt that by getting drugs from a doctor, he wasn't the common everyday junkie getting something off the street." After his comeback he continued to stage more live shows and in 1974 scheduled a tour and continued on with his life until August 16th, 1977 where he was found dead in the bathroom from an overdose of several drugs. Even though Elvis was living the American dream we was still sucked into the not so good part of being famous and if he never got into any of that he'd have a chance at still being alive today. But how would that affect his fame at this point in time. Would he be just as loved and honored or was it his death that made him the legend he is today?
Monday, September 13, 2010
Blog #5
1. What aspect of the American Icons artist statement has been most successful for you? Why?
While writing the American Icons artist statement I think the easiest or most successful part for me was getting really connected with my icon. I have been a huge fan of Elvis' for a long time but it wasn't until this project that I realized that he was a true American Icon and that I wish I could be like him. Maybe not the drugs and King of Rock 'n' Roll part but in the way that he really influenced the U.S
2. What writing tip(s) have been the most helpful? Why?
The most helpful writing tip for me has been the Concerts NOT Pancakes. I really want to be able to start off and finish my artist statement strongly so that the ready doesn't get bored or thinks to themselves "what was the point of reading that?" I want them to take something from my writing. Whether is a new fact that they learned or something that leaves them thinking until the next day.
3. What aspect of the artist statement has been most challenging? Why?
The most challenging part of this assignment was not making it a biography on your icon. Whenever I go to write about someone else I automatically write in the form of a biography but I know that's not what the assignment is. I honestly feel that I didn't do very well with this. I feel that my artist statement is mostly a biography with some parts where I relate myself to him.
4. What writing tip is most challenging? Why?
The most challenging writing tip so far has been the loop. I feel that my writing as a bit of a loop but not a significantly noticeable one. A loop has an intro including facts, story, character development, etc... the body paragraphs giving more detail, and an outro which should leave the reader with something to think about. I feel that I have all of these aspects but they aren't very strong.
5. Post a section of your writing that you are currently working on. List at least three questions that, if answered, would help you improve your work.
Unfortunately not all icons are happy at the end of their lives. Elvis started hanging out with the wrong crowd and got into the drugs and bad habits. He got a divorce which took effect on October 9th, 1973 taking a toll on his mental health. Twice during the year he overdosed on barbiturates, a medication to treat depression, spending three days in a coma in his hotel suite after the first incident. He "felt that by getting drugs from a doctor, he wasn't the common everyday junkie getting something off the street." After his comeback he continued to stage more live shows and in 1974 scheduled a tour and continued on with his life until August 16th, 1977 where he was found dead in the bathroom from an overdose of several drugs. Even though Elvis was living his dream we was still sucked into the not so good part of being famous and if he never got into any of that he'd have a chance at still being alive today. He let a lot of people down but no one is perfect, not even icons.
Above is my "outro." To me it sounds too much like a biography, same with my intro.
1. How can I make it less of a bio?
2. How can I create more of a loop?
3. How can I get the same amount of information across in fewer words? (It wont fit on one side of the paper)
While writing the American Icons artist statement I think the easiest or most successful part for me was getting really connected with my icon. I have been a huge fan of Elvis' for a long time but it wasn't until this project that I realized that he was a true American Icon and that I wish I could be like him. Maybe not the drugs and King of Rock 'n' Roll part but in the way that he really influenced the U.S
2. What writing tip(s) have been the most helpful? Why?
The most helpful writing tip for me has been the Concerts NOT Pancakes. I really want to be able to start off and finish my artist statement strongly so that the ready doesn't get bored or thinks to themselves "what was the point of reading that?" I want them to take something from my writing. Whether is a new fact that they learned or something that leaves them thinking until the next day.
3. What aspect of the artist statement has been most challenging? Why?
The most challenging part of this assignment was not making it a biography on your icon. Whenever I go to write about someone else I automatically write in the form of a biography but I know that's not what the assignment is. I honestly feel that I didn't do very well with this. I feel that my artist statement is mostly a biography with some parts where I relate myself to him.
4. What writing tip is most challenging? Why?
The most challenging writing tip so far has been the loop. I feel that my writing as a bit of a loop but not a significantly noticeable one. A loop has an intro including facts, story, character development, etc... the body paragraphs giving more detail, and an outro which should leave the reader with something to think about. I feel that I have all of these aspects but they aren't very strong.
5. Post a section of your writing that you are currently working on. List at least three questions that, if answered, would help you improve your work.
Unfortunately not all icons are happy at the end of their lives. Elvis started hanging out with the wrong crowd and got into the drugs and bad habits. He got a divorce which took effect on October 9th, 1973 taking a toll on his mental health. Twice during the year he overdosed on barbiturates, a medication to treat depression, spending three days in a coma in his hotel suite after the first incident. He "felt that by getting drugs from a doctor, he wasn't the common everyday junkie getting something off the street." After his comeback he continued to stage more live shows and in 1974 scheduled a tour and continued on with his life until August 16th, 1977 where he was found dead in the bathroom from an overdose of several drugs. Even though Elvis was living his dream we was still sucked into the not so good part of being famous and if he never got into any of that he'd have a chance at still being alive today. He let a lot of people down but no one is perfect, not even icons.
Above is my "outro." To me it sounds too much like a biography, same with my intro.
1. How can I make it less of a bio?
2. How can I create more of a loop?
3. How can I get the same amount of information across in fewer words? (It wont fit on one side of the paper)
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Blog #4
(FIRST PARAGRAPH)
I have always had an interest in music, but not the "popular" rap or rock songs. I'm more interested in the older genres, like Elvis Presley. Elvis was born into a non wealthy, working class, family in 1935 living in a small house that his father and uncle built. Since there was little money in the picture his mother and father did their best to provide for their only son. At the age of ten Elvis performed in a youth talent show winning fifth place. Soon after, he gets his first guitar and starts his career. It truly amazes me that you can literally go from rags to riches all you have to do is put your heart and soul into what you love doing.
(LAST PARAGRAPH)
Unfortunately not all icons are happy at the end of their lives. Elvis started hanging out with the wrong crowd and got into the drugs and bad habits. He got a divorce which took effect on October 9th, 1973 taking a toll on his mental health. Twice during the year he overdosed on barbiturates, a medication to treat depression, spending three days in a coma in his hotel suite after the first incident. He "felt that by getting drugs from a doctor, he wasn't the common everyday junkie getting something off the street." After his comeback he continued to stage more live shows and in 1974 scheduled a tour and continued on with his life until August 16th, 1977 where he was found dead in the bathroom from an overdose of several drugs. Even though Elvis was living his dream we was still sucked into the not so good part of being famous and if he never got into any of that he'd have a chance at still being alive today. He let a lot of people down but no one is perfect, not even icons.
1. I chose this combo because I feel that it really got a lot of information through without it being overwhelming. The reader gets a good idea of who my icon actually is and why.
2. My big idea is that the Rock 'n' Roll music today wouldn't be the way it is if Elvis didn't come along. He really influenced that genre of music. I feel that explained this well not only in the 1st and last paragraph but throughout the whole paper.
3. I ended my paper with an interesting thought. I mentioned that even though they may be an icon doesn't mean everything they did was perfect. Elvis got into drugs, Walt Disney was racist but they are both some of the most famous people. I feel that things like that are really interesting.
I have always had an interest in music, but not the "popular" rap or rock songs. I'm more interested in the older genres, like Elvis Presley. Elvis was born into a non wealthy, working class, family in 1935 living in a small house that his father and uncle built. Since there was little money in the picture his mother and father did their best to provide for their only son. At the age of ten Elvis performed in a youth talent show winning fifth place. Soon after, he gets his first guitar and starts his career. It truly amazes me that you can literally go from rags to riches all you have to do is put your heart and soul into what you love doing.
(LAST PARAGRAPH)
Unfortunately not all icons are happy at the end of their lives. Elvis started hanging out with the wrong crowd and got into the drugs and bad habits. He got a divorce which took effect on October 9th, 1973 taking a toll on his mental health. Twice during the year he overdosed on barbiturates, a medication to treat depression, spending three days in a coma in his hotel suite after the first incident. He "felt that by getting drugs from a doctor, he wasn't the common everyday junkie getting something off the street." After his comeback he continued to stage more live shows and in 1974 scheduled a tour and continued on with his life until August 16th, 1977 where he was found dead in the bathroom from an overdose of several drugs. Even though Elvis was living his dream we was still sucked into the not so good part of being famous and if he never got into any of that he'd have a chance at still being alive today. He let a lot of people down but no one is perfect, not even icons.
1. I chose this combo because I feel that it really got a lot of information through without it being overwhelming. The reader gets a good idea of who my icon actually is and why.
2. My big idea is that the Rock 'n' Roll music today wouldn't be the way it is if Elvis didn't come along. He really influenced that genre of music. I feel that explained this well not only in the 1st and last paragraph but throughout the whole paper.
3. I ended my paper with an interesting thought. I mentioned that even though they may be an icon doesn't mean everything they did was perfect. Elvis got into drugs, Walt Disney was racist but they are both some of the most famous people. I feel that things like that are really interesting.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Blog #3
Part 1: Icons
Think of all of the Icons—people, places, things & events—that you plan to include in your Artist Statement. Then...
Choose two and explain how they are connected. Describe what ideas they represent. Describe how they might represent variations on a theme and/or different relationships with you.
Elvis and Memphis go together like two peas in a pod. He started his career there and it was ended there as well. Elvis lived in Memphis his whole life going from rags to riches. His home is in Graceland where people today can still go to see where he lived. All of his outfits and records are there so you are able to see all of his accomplishments and it really makes it so much more real.
Part 2: Resources
Post an annotated list of resources that you are using to create your artist statement.
1. Elvis Presley
2. http://www.elvis.com/
3. This website was really helpful because I was able to go to his biography and really got to see all the important events in his life that would be good for me to include in my artist statement.
1. Elvis Presley: The Early Years
2. http://www.fiftiesweb.com/elvis.htm
3. This article was helpful because it gave me a lot of facts that were interesting like how many albums he sold. I also learned that he was the best selling solo artist in the U.S and that he has more gold albums than any other artist (97)... The Beatles only have 42.
Think of all of the Icons—people, places, things & events—that you plan to include in your Artist Statement. Then...
Choose two and explain how they are connected. Describe what ideas they represent. Describe how they might represent variations on a theme and/or different relationships with you.
Elvis and Memphis go together like two peas in a pod. He started his career there and it was ended there as well. Elvis lived in Memphis his whole life going from rags to riches. His home is in Graceland where people today can still go to see where he lived. All of his outfits and records are there so you are able to see all of his accomplishments and it really makes it so much more real.
Part 2: Resources
Post an annotated list of resources that you are using to create your artist statement.
1. Elvis Presley
2. http://www.elvis.com/
3. This website was really helpful because I was able to go to his biography and really got to see all the important events in his life that would be good for me to include in my artist statement.
1. Elvis Presley: The Early Years
2. http://www.fiftiesweb.com/elvis.htm
3. This article was helpful because it gave me a lot of facts that were interesting like how many albums he sold. I also learned that he was the best selling solo artist in the U.S and that he has more gold albums than any other artist (97)... The Beatles only have 42.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Blog #2 Part 3/3
1. What does this Icon represent to you? Why?
This icon is extremely controversial which really makes me interested in him. To me he represents human rights. I do believe that everyone should be in charge of their own life after the age of 18. You can do what you want with your life and if you're on life support and you feel like it is your time to go... then that should be your choice.
3. How did this Icon become important in American culture?
Jack Kevorkian was sent to jail for his work even though he was helping people with ending their lives. To the people he was helping he was the angel of death but to others he was a murderer.
4. How did this Icon become important to you?
I am extremely interested in the medical field and anyone who is a part of that field fascinates me. I love the whole controversial part of it as well.
Blog # 2 Part 2/3
1. What does this Icon represent to you? Why?
Mickey mouse represents my childhood. I remember when I was a kid going to Disneyland was the best thing in the whole entire world. Mickey mouse is basically the symbol of all the Disney related items in the world. He was also Walt Disney's greatest creation.
3. How did this Icon become important in American culture?
Walt Disney always had an interest in animation his whole life and in 1923 the The Walt Disney Company was formed in Los Angeles, California where the famous black and white mouse was created. Even though it was not the first creation of Walt Disney, it definitely stuck with people.
4. How did this Icon become important to you?
Mickey mouse is known world wide and i believe he is important to most children. He represents all of disney and I absolutely love all of the Disney items and I have since I was a kid.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Blog #2 Part 1/3
1. What does this Icon represent to you? Why?
To me, Elvis represents all of the great music in the world. He is the King of Rock 'n' Roll and if it wasn't for him we wouldn't have the Rock 'n' Roll genre we have today.
2. Who and what was important to this Icon? Why?
All of his fans were very important to him because without them he wouldn't have been so successful. His look seemed to be important to him as well. He would always wear the extravagant outfits while performing. America was also very important to Elvis, he served in the U.S Army showing a great deal of nationalism.
3. How did this Icon become important in American culture?
Elvis is the king of rock and roll. He really took that genre of music and made it huge. Everyone, during the time of his career, loved him. Globally he sold over one billion records. Not only did he amaze America with his music but he was also in 33 films. Some of his many awards were 14 Grammy nominations (3 wins) from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, which he received at age 36, and his being named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation for 1970 by the United States Jaycees. Without any of the special privileges his celebrity status might have afforded him, he honorably served his country in the U.S. Army.
4. How did this Icon become important to you?
Every since I visited Graceland, Tennessee I have been in love with Elvis. The attitude he has and the messages he puts out through his music is absolutely amazing. I have always loved music but Elvis really inspires me.
5. Who and what did this Icon inspire?
Elvis inspired all the artists wanting to go into rock and roll. He set the bar, high. He also inspires me. I believe that he was a great man and he did what he loved and made a career out of it and that is really important to me.
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