Other Essays

Languages is the method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way.  The importance of languages to a culture is that when a language dies or disappears it removes the wealth of knowledge about history, culture, the natural environment and the human brain says … Read more

Currently Christianity is the one monotheistic religion with the most converts, Islamic is the fastest growing, and Judaism is the second most popular religion in the United States, behind Christianity. These three monotheistic religions were all established in different eras, but they have many similarities and differences. The similarities and differences between the religions are … Read more

Both Odysseus, the Greek legend from the Odyssey, and Kid Cudi, a music producer and songwriter from Ohio, define the qualities of a hero through overcoming difficult obstacles, influencing others, and never giving up, proving that the definition of heroism has not evolved over time. Odysseus overcomes physical obstacles in order to reach home, while … Read more

I think Syrian refugees should be allowed in the United States. Also it isn’t right to not let them into the country because of the acts of a few. For example how would you like it if America fell on hard times because of people fighting the government, and causing war in your country, and … Read more

America is commonly characterized as the greatest country in the world, the glorious “land of the free and the home of the brave”, “indivisible, with liberty and justice for all”. We began as a group of rebels who fought the status quo in order to earn our rightful place as a nation. “[We] stood up … Read more

Malcolm X was an American civil rights leader and Muslim minister.  Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little on May 19, 1925 in Omaha, Nebraska. He sustained a lot of racism which contributed to him being a successful and influential advocator for civil rights. Malcolm X is considered one of the most influential African American leaders … Read more

Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” Malcolm X Education can get you to a lot of places if you focus on it. Education got Bessie Coleman to becoming the first African American woman to earn a pilot’s license and to stage a public flight … Read more

Since the 1770’s, fraternities have existed to bring men collectively to teach about brotherhood and service. But over time that has started to include: wild, raging parties, sex, binge drinking, hazing and finding superiority over non-Greek affiliated college students. Fraternities have existed for hundreds of years and countless stories and studies have established them to … Read more

Volunteering is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and help those around you. My first experience of volunteering for a community service agency was when I was an ornery teenager entering high school. My father and I were asked to visit 2-3 families of our church each and every month. This “job” … Read more

Dear Your Holiness, My name is Tess Baker, I’m a year nine student at St Margaret Mary’s Catholic College. In class we have been learning about the Choice to Care, and developing an understanding of Catholic Social Teachings. The purpose of this letter to you is to inform you as to how Catholics can come … Read more

Choices “It’s our chance to act like Jesus,” my dad explains to my sister and me. It was cold out and I could feel the chilling wind whipping at my face, smelling the reminisce of stale popcorn as he said this. We had just gotten out of the movie theater ambling behind my mother and … Read more

A Career in Teaching Teachers have become an essential part in children’s lives. No matter the type, teachers have turned into a redundant need for schools and education. They have one of the most important occupations, to prepare the individuals that grow up to become leaders and citizens of this world. Requirements for teachers vary, … Read more

Fear has controlled man’s view of society for centuries. Whether it’s fear of racism or distress of not being accepted, it can control the mind and overshadow the feelings of one’s self. “Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut and “The Children of the Corn” by Stephen King both portray the constant state of anxiety in their … Read more

Ever since elementary school, my parents have encouraged me to go to college, but as the youngest of ten children, I observed that my family struggled with money. I began to plan furthering my education and have prepared myself by taking honors, AP, and CE courses. I am applying for the NJCU Business Honors Program … Read more

Between The Hound of the Baskervilles Book and Movie The Hound of the Baskervilles originally written in 1901 by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is an exhilarating novel about the investigation of the death of Sir Charles. There have been many different adaptations of the novel since then. One of these adaptations is the BBC production’s … Read more