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A book tells a story, it tells the story of someone or something. Most of the time the story being told gets deeper into detail and tells things that wouldn't be said in the beginning. I made my collage a book to symbolize the different parts of me. There are three layers; what people see when they first see me, what my friends and family see from and in me, and finally that part that I hide from the world. When you first meet me I’m quiet and shy then slowly as you get to know me you learn what…

since making a string of antisemitic remarks that cost him business deals and drew widespread condemnation, Ye previewed his new collaboration with the R&B singer Ty Dolla $ign at a listening party at UBS Arena, further testing the boundaries of his fandom with lyrics that did not tiptoe around the controversy” (Jacobs). Kanye West has many songs that contain controversial ideas and shock listeners. Many articles about his actions and his mental state exist. His mental health got worse after the…

My first time attending a professional soccer game was an exhilarating, passionate, and emotional experience; it was life-changing. The blissful euphoria I felt after attending my first match confirmed just that. When daydreaming, it is usually this nostalgic, vivid event that replays through my mind. Having the luxury of being already infatuated with the sport of soccer made it easier to immerse myself into the experience I was about to absorb. The sight of the glorious Rio Tinto stadium, the…

Media industry bring success to K-pop music sales and attract Malaysian teenagers CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION South Korea or officially named as the Republic of Korea, is a country in the East Asian peninsula dividing the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan. Known locally as "Daehan Minguk" (대한민국), the country's capital is the city of Seoul, which is also its largest city. South Korea was divided from its counterpart state of North Korea after the Second World War. The division began when northern…

We need all levels of involvement. I 've said it before, the fandom only works with all level of fans, casual, hardcore, OT, PT, comic, gamers, cosplayers, collectors...everyone. And that is the same for the Rebellion, we need everyone. Now that is not the same for the Alliance, as I said the Alliance is a small slice…

With the a double tap of a finger or the click of a mouse, millions of youth are able to define themselves online in an unprecedented way. All they have to do is push the “like” button. However, what this generation may not realize is the complex motives of companies and advertisers who turn these “likes” into cash. It’s a positive symbiotic relationship between advertisers and social media consumers. Teens define themselves and receive validation online, while corporation owners use this data…

The author of "Technology in Education: Friend or Foe?" used a combination of rhetorical methods to present his or her case. Narration, comparison and contrast, and narration all are represented in this essay. The essay describes the circulating debate considering technology’s place inside education. This topic connects to the unit theme, “Technology in a Social Context,” by considering the educative benefits of technology in the classroom. The author’s thesis statement sums up his or her…

American Hardcore The early 80s punk rock film, American Hardcore, features bands such as Black Flag, Minor Threat, and Minutemen amongst others. The documentary addresses the birth and evolution of punk rock, beginning in 1978 and ending in 1986. Interviews from former members of these punk rock bands are included in the film. Throughout the film we are taken behind the scenes into the real world of punk rock, including riots, music production, performer’s attitudes and distinctive looks that…

Most of the people did not expect a comic image in an art gallery for modern art but found it very interesting. There was clearly not any kind comic book fandom, many visitors were unaware of what kind of art the comic image was displaying. I overheard a few people saying or describing the image as some kind of comic art. Although there was a descriptive background on the piece mentioning it is one of Lichtenstein's…

starship USS Enterprise and its crew. Star Wars is an American science fiction film series released in 1977. Star Wars depicts the adventures of various characters “ a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.” There are books also over these movies too. Fandoms have been going at it for over 40 years on this exact topic, which is better, which has the best characters, or the best plot. Characters are the very central focus of any tv show, movie, novel, etc. The types of characters that are…