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Conrad Dudziak Robin Stacey HSTAM 235 18 October 2015 The Gender of Martyrdom “Make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose” (Philippians 4:2). Male authority is a proven constant in the history of Christianity. Men are often considered the spiritual leaders of a Christian community, with the responsibility of providing spiritual sustenance and knowledge. However, these patriarchal traditions are not coincident with the…

Two Oscar nominees, two very special movies about space and space adventures. “The Martian” and “Apollo 13” are one of the best movies about the world beyond the earth. They both express precisely the emotions of the astronauts travelling in the space and of the rest of the world, relatives, friends and crew members of each mission into the space. These two movies are quite different but still have a lot in common. “Apollo 13” is about seventh manned mission in American Apollo space program and…

Trade diaspora is defined by Crossroads and Cultures: A History of the World’s Peoples as “a network of merchant settlements dispersed across foreign lands but united by common origins, religion, and language, as well as by business dealings.” This definition is the best form of evidence that there was, in fact, a coherent community residing near and around the Indian Ocean by 1500. On the surface, this broad trade network is just that—a network. However, a closer look at the crises and…

Intimacy vs. Isolation. After some time of journeying and growth Christian is more sure of his identity in Christ, though during trials in moments of isolation he must try to gird up his faith alone. Conversely, each time he can fellowship with fellow travelers, his hope is renewed, his faith strengthened, and his knowledge broadened. His identity also is further affirmed through the bonds with his brothers and sisters in the Faith. Maturity and Old Age – As Christian nears the end of his…

would not allow archaeologist to get a good idea of the site such as how it was used and what items were used at the site. Some looting may be accidental. An example of this is a traveler who wants to remember the serenity of the site by taking a small piece of pottery. With every small piece taken by other fellow travelers who have visited the site, this can accumulate to a large portion of the site being looted. Although the archaeological geocaching was meant for sightseeing and an outdoor…

these qualities from the historic and cultural resources. The Economic Impact of Historic Preservation in Texas article encompasses vital detail and value as a resource to examine for a professional in this field. Reading a viewpoint through a fellow professional in the field is enriching to see the ways they gathered research. The correlation between economic development, preservation, tourist dollars, and frequency of travelling is the whole purpose as to why the tourism industry is always…

Mauna Loa Volcano What volcano is referred to as the largest of the world? What is one of the most active volcanoes in the world? Thats right the Mauna Loa. The Mauna Loa rises 13,680 feet above sea level and in meters it is 4169.664 above sea level. The location of the Mauna Loa is on The Big Island, in Hawaii. It’s geographical coordinates are 19.4721 degrees north and 155.592 degrees west. The Mauna Loa volcanic activity started 700,000 to 1,000,000 years ago, around when it first…

Don’t let Susan Hendrix’s quaint apartment fool you; hidden within is a score for which thieves and con men would kill. Employing disguise and deception, two newly acquainted crooks become all the more desperate and depraved, but must wait until dark to play out this classic thriller’s chilling conclusion. Frederick Knott’s play inspired a film of the same name and multiple Broadway productions, earning Tony and Academy Award nominations for many of the actors involved – including the film’s…

I obtained my B.A. in English from Spelman College and an M.S. from Columbia Journalism School. I am a writer, a traveler, and most importantly, a life-long learner. Tiffany Pennamon article are all centered around education. Diverse: Issues in Higher Education stands alone as the only source of critical news, information and insightful commentary on the full range…

Over the course of this semester, my fellow classmates and I learned about the unique history of Cuba; mostly surrounding its revolution and the active cultural presence it had. However, the weeks throughout the semester proved to be more than just passing time and attendance in class, but, indeed, a change in history. After the study abroad portion of the class and, shortly thereafter, changes to current U.S.-Cuban relations, I began to wonder what would happen to Cuba in the future. As I…