Descriptive Essay

The descriptive analyses include different statistical methods, such as, Chi-Square, independent sample T-Test, Bivariate correlation, and Binary regression. The survey focuses primarily on the students’ spending, such as acquiring textbooks, living on campus vs. off campus, enrolling in the university’s meal plan, transportation costs, as well as any other costs that are important for the students’ needs and success during college. Since the respondents all come from different backgrounds, there is a high chance that some of the expenses represent a burden for some of the students, it is why the survey also addresses ways students can earn money, such as having a job on or off campus and work…

Natasha The War on Morality Morality is defined as principles concerning the line between right and wrong, or good and bad. Ethics is defined as moral guidelines that govern a person's actions. Morality and ethics are often suspended in war time. This fact is demonstrated by the massive amount of civilian casualties that wars seem to carry as well as, the destruction of homes and land. But why would such a thing occur. After all, wars are fought by humans who have the capacity for compassion.…

Among today’s society there are an abundance of critics of sport. They criticize the politics, money, and behavior among sport and how it can affect an individual. Most of those critics also believe that sport does not build character. I partially agree to this statement; however, I believe that sport can build character when it is practiced in an environment that thrives on and teaches character and moral development. Then the athlete has an opportunity to become morally developed and gives…

Kurtosis is a statistical measure used to describe the distribution of observed data around the mean. Descriptive statistics do not enable us to make conclusions beyond the data we have analysed or reach conclusions regarding any inference we might have made. Measures of variability are another important technique used in descriptive statistics. These measures define the methods of summarizing a group of data by describing how spread out the data is. To describe this spread, a number of…

Noah Mead Nicholson Comp IA 30 Sep. 2015 Descriptive Narrative: A Week That Truly Changed My Life This past summer, I had the honor and privilege to attend the American Legion Boys State of Kansas Leadership Academy. Boys State is an interactive experience that is a simulation of state government, which develops self-purpose and promotes respect for American politics. At the beginning of the week I was introduced to some of the most motivated high school juniors in Kansas that I knew nothing…

During the summer of 2014, my family and I enjoyed a vacation in one of the most beautiful place I have ever visited. My uncle had won a trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for the whole family and we were ecstatic to say the least. I remember looking at pictures of the unbelievable mansion we would be staying in called Casa China Blanca, but no picture captured how amazing it truly was. Although, the entire city was not as luxurious as our gated community, I still believe Puerto Vallarta is one of…

Upon my arrival at Disneyland the sweet aroma of ice cream filled the air making me feel bubbly inside. I was scattered around with thousands of other joyous children relishing the prospect of the overwhelming rides. My heart paced faster with every step I took. At every corner, I would notice a familiar looking face. Mickey Mouse on my right ,Buzz lightyear on my left Tinkerbell ahead of me. I could not believe it! I felt like I was living in a fantasy. Exhilarated, I walked towards the…

The arrival of fall is approaching and my excitement is shouting . The feeling of goosebumps start to go up and down my arms when I walk outside enough to give me chills, the breeze moves my hair in a gentle way. The smell of the air starts to consist of pumpkin spice and cinnamon making me lick my lips. The trees start to stand out with vibrant colors, and the leaves fall like rain falls in the spring. All the time and effort put into every leaf to be racked just to be destroyed by a one jump…

Every country has its own culture and its own unique way of life. Arriving to a new country, such as Mexico, feels as is if arriving to a whole distinct world. It as though you One becomes submerged into the indusive culture and the beauty that surrounds such a place. From the city to the countryside, the sensation of excitement eagerness comes to play. The vibrant lights of the city in Guadalajara that are visible from a great distance creates a feeling that one is never alone. To the sensation…

My feet slam against the boardwalk as I rush to the scenery that leaves my heart at peace. The brilliant blue waters of the Pacific sea are just a few hundred feet away. The sun is shining brightly against the open, blue sky. I see the sparkling azure body contrasting against the bleached white sand. It is exquisitely breath-taking. I close my eyes as I taste the salty spray and feel the sensation of sand blowing alongside my tanned skin. Nature is simply an art that you experience with…