Academia

Plagiarism can be defined as, “The practice of taking someone else’s work or idea and passing them off as one’s own.” In simpler words if you, - Stole and pass off somebody else’s work as your own - Used somebody else’s work without citing it - You are presenting a new idea which already has been presented or copyrighted - Giving incorrect information about the source of a quotation - Copying many words, so that it’ll create bulk of your work, then you have committed plagiarism. In…

I was born in the Caribbean Island of Grenada also known as the Isle of Spice. I grew up in a stable household with my parents and an older brother. Both my parents did not have opportunities provided to them to get a proper education but they both worked very hard throughout the years to provide for their family and get to where they are today. As a side gig, my dad repaired computers and other electronic devices in which I would always sit and watch in curiosity. It was this that got me…

“In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension” (MedicineNet.com). In the life of a college student, stress can become a part of everyday life. Whether it is studying for the next big exam, or staying up all night to finish a project, all students have different ways of coping with these stressors. Coping mechanisms used by students can be beneficial, or even make a situation worse. Students can become extremely…

Starting first with the physical dimension, I have made noticeable improvements in my overall wellness. At the beginning of the semester, it was a goal of mine to increase the amount of exercise present in my daily life, while also learning to eat better using healthy foods and better portioning methods. In doing so, I hoped to lose a small amount of weight and wanted to wake up feeling more energized. Now, at the end of the semester, I am exercising at least twice a week with friends using an…

Stealing possessions is a very serious crime. As well as objects we can touch, stealing ideas we can’t touch is a highly severe offense. It is known as “Plagiarism”. It means using the work of someone else without giving any credit. It is important to avoid the cheating because it can be a theft. Most of colleges consider it. Although both Fanshawe College and St. Clair College emphasize the importance of protecting an environment of intellectual integrity, St. Clair College has a policy that is…

In addition, people continue to argue that the ACT prepares students for college. For example, many feel as if when students prepare to take the ACT, they also learn effective test taking skills that will benefit them in college. For example, the ACT is a timed test and many people think this is a positive thing. People believe that giving the test a time limit teaches students how to react on their feet, and how to make decisions when there is not much time offered. Giving that the students are…

The dumb jock stereotype has troubled athletes for as long as anyone can remember. Athletes are seen as unintelligent jocks that get free and easy rides through school. They never seem to work hard at anything academically and yet they earn A’s from their professors. This belief has led to athletes being stigmatized by their non-athletic peers who feel as though their needs and accomplishments are ignored in favor of those they view as intellectually inferior to them. However, if one were to…

Proctors influence intellectual accountability. The purpose of a supervising agent is to validate a pupil's knowledge while ensuring academic credibility. Institutions that implement proctors design safeguards to protect integrity. In some settings, a description for a chosen overseer is submitted for verification of credentials and reason selected. It is the responsibility of the university, student, and supervising agent to hold individuals liable. The function of a supervising agent is to…

A thesis statement introduces the main idea of an essay. The thesis statement is typically located in the last sentence of the introductory paragraph. The thesis statement usually serves as the focus of your essay and should be developed, supported, and explained. Beyond the introduction of the main idea, the thesis statement tells the reader what to expect from the rest of the essay, foreshadows how “I” will depict the subject of discussion, and makes an arguable statement for the reader to…

Starting school, years after high school graduation is challenging. Especially, if you are a parent or have to work more than thirty hours a week to support yourself. These scenarios are typical for many non-traditional students when attending college and can make it difficult for them to connect with other students around them. One way they can get involved with their new peers is to join a Registered Student Organization(RSO). However, the problem with this approach, for a non-traditional…