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Why should I be selected as Homecoming Queen? It is funny that you asked. This is a question that I have asked myself since freshman year when I saw my first UNCG Homecoming. How elegant, graceful and astute she appeared. Quite frankly, I could say I should be selected because I want it endearingly, but then again, whom would apply if not because she wanted it, craved it, desired it so lovingly? In the end, I believe I should be selected because I embody everything essence of what the Woman’s…

Data analysis It is clear that there is still plenty of room for improvement in the field of veterinary medicine in many different areas. One of the most important areas where improvement is needed is when it has to do with anesthesia, the animals undergoing a surgical procedure, and the staff who is responsible to care for these animals. There are many different reasons as to why this area is lacking the same quality of care that other areas might have. One of the specific problems appears to…

The doughnut evidently first appeared in the 1800s in Manhattan, they were known as oily cakes. The Dutch were the ones who introduced them to America. In 1847 it was claimed that a 16-year-old sailor, Captain Hanson Gregory, invented the hole in the doughnut when he needed to have both hand on the wheel in a storm he stuck the doughnut through a spoke of his ships wheel. Though others claim that the hole was made in the middle because the sides would be fried but the inside would be raw. Later…

The Graniteville train crash is one of the most deadly train crashes to occur since the 1970’s. On the evening of January 5th, 2005 a 12-car Norfolk Southern freight train P22 pulled into Avondale Mills textile plant. While doing this, the crew onboard hurriedly had to open a switch to allow their train to get onto a siding before the end of the hour, which they were required to stop working by law. However, the crew of train P22 as it was later found, did not return the switch to its original…

competitive. Personally, believe that I can become a very great Veterinarian if I really focus. I need to get good grades so that I can get scholarships. Getting into my dream school, North Carolina State University will not be easy, but once again, if I really focus and try my hardest Ill hopefully get into North Carolina State University and become a…

Veterinary medicine has always been a respected profession. Humans carry a love of pets that is shown throughout society. With that comes taking care of their beloved pets, and keeping them in good health. It is easier for veterinarians then ever before, with advances in technology and the development of new medical software, to diagnose and treat animals. There have been many advances in technology that have increased our efficiency in the animal medical field. We see these technological…

Gail Halvorsen was the tremendous ¨Berlin Candy Bomber¨ he was born on October 10, 1920 Salt Lake City, UT he was a colonel in the Royal Air Force, he later on returned to the Army Air Corps and was assigned flight duties. Gail grew up on a small farm in Utah and Idaho, he graduated Bear River High School. Gail Halvorsen was married to Alta Jolley in 1949-1999 then they got into a divorce, and later on he married Lorraine Pace. in 1939. Gail earned a private pilot licence under the non-collage…

Are you allergic to seafood? Anyone who has had a procedure done to them that needed iodinated contrast media has been asked this. Researching for an article has lead me to exam preparation guidelines and radiology manuals that say to ask whether the patient is allergic to seafood along with other allergies and even to go as far as asking if they are allergic to iodine specifically. The reasoning for this is that seafood is high in iodine. The fact of the matter is that iodine is an essential…

My first childhood thought of a veterinarian was of a doctor for animals. I loved the thought of spending the day with animals and telling people I saved their pet. However, as I matured and learned more about what it takes to be a veterinarian, my mindset of it changed. It’s not just putting a Band-Aid on a kitten or delivering puppies. It’s one of the grittiest and challenging jobs that take a toll on the person performing it and even their family. A veterinarian has to perform many gory…

Customer Service. An Examination of the Principles of customer service within the veterinary industry. In a veterinary industry the customers are always greeted by a member of staff even if you were to ring a good tone of voice makes a big difference. When coming into the vet’s the reception is always near the entrance door. Very important that when you're meeting someone for the first time that when you greet them have a smile on your face which gives a positive reaction. The environment…