Part-time

Within minutes I received a call from an advisor, it was enlightening. She asked when and what happened. We shared our experiences, encouraged me to apply; committed to help me and guide me along the way. All of which has made a difference this time. Realizing this may all be new to me, I find myself looking forward to the opportunity, open minded to any little bumps ahead, I am reassured knowing it makes a difference having someone, caring, none judgmental, willing to guide me and support…

thought of my habit being a result of nerves and anxiety. Not only was I embarrassed of the results that biting my nails left but I was also ashamed when my parents would point them out. Eventually I stopped biting my nails regularly yet I do experience times that I fall into nasty…

Simply About Me I’m like the thunder in a storm. I’m the whispering you hear in the wind. I am the little ray of sunshine on a rainy day. I am the reason behind the crease in your cheeks from smiling. I am many things. I’m bold, vibrant, optimistic, open minded, friendly, I’m honest, and full of good advice. I can make you laugh, and feel at peace all at once. Who Am I Who am I? I am Brooklyn Bowers, I am brave. I am the first one to try something new, I am the first one to try something…

After learning about Canada’s situation of poverty and seeing an up close view of the daily struggles I interviewed one of my father’s friends about his time in poverty about two years ago. He preferred that I kept his identity a secret so I am changing the names. The McManus’s, Ryan and his wife Alysica had a six year old daughter, Allison, a two year old son, Cooper and were expecting another child in December of 2013. After asking Ryan several questions I reflected upon his answers and put…

Over the summer, I read The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian and All American Boys. I also watched the movie A Man Named Pearl and wrote about segregation in America. These sources revealed that people will knock you down because of something about you, the only thing that matters, though, is if you get back up. First of all, I read The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Arnold got knocked down by his old friends, new classmates, and society itself. His classmates thought…

grammar, you only look at his artwork. I’d like you to contact Janice and talk it over with her.” I did contact her and she said look at the standards I gave you. “Ok, I’ll send it to her and see what she thinks.” Once again I contacted Janice, this time forwarding Ava’s request for her to look at it. There were periods in the first month and a half that I thought, “I can’t do…

and the United States, this holds true when looking back at the past and present day. The famous writer, Sherman Alexie also known as Junior, is able to share and beautifully capture his experiences through his book, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Throughout his novel, he gives lots of insight growing up being Native American, who is hydrocephalic, has a stutter, a lisp and takes a risk to transfer to an all white school (Alexie 1-4). Junior’s decision of transferring schools…

Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian; Forbes tells how acknowledging stereotypes as truth distorts our image of races, as opposed to intimately getting to know someone. In the story, main character Arnold Spirit Junior discerns individuals he meets through stereotypes, and until he becomes more comfortable with them. This theme of racist and classist stereotypes overshadow the complexity of one’s character frequently occurs in The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Alexie shows…

increasingly affects younger generations and drinkers in developing countries. About 4% of all deaths are related to alcohol. The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian is a great example of how alcoholism kills. The author to this book is Sherman Alexie. There are many themes present in the book, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian. One particular theme that is present throughout the story is alcoholism kills. Many of junior’s friends and family have died due to alcoholism.…

didn’t realize the challenges I was going to face, trying to use my time sparingly, between a full time job, and full time school. Academically speaking now, you are used to going to work, coming home, and being able to enjoy your leisure time. Now having to come home, managing your time to do your homework, and study for that next quiz or test is a big transition. This issue is explained in the book The Absolute True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, as Junior transitioned from Welpit high school,…