Rio Grande Valley

The plot of Flags of Our Fathers starts with the introductions of the soon to be flag raisers. Then tells of how the men joined the Marines and about their training. After their training, their first deployments were to the battles in the Pacific during WWII. The main battle being a gruesome and long battle on Iwo Jima. “History turned all it’s focus, for 1/400th of a second” to the battlefield as a picture was taken of the unimportant and insignificant event of the second flag raising on Mt.…

residence of the person involved, serve the warrant, and possibly execute a bench warrant for the individuals. During ten years of service, the county sheriff’s department played a significant role in all the local police agencies throughout the Rio Grande Valley. From vehicle chases, assisting back up, and even provide services for our fallen officers. Now we address the history of the sheriff, many people hear the word and some think of “walling tall”. The first two important characteristics…

scores. His score were not up to the standards of his parents and the various universities he applied to. He unfortunately thought that his life is over so he ended it himself. (Pathos) Additionally, in a survey conducted at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, it states that more than 75% of students study for the tests develop bad habits, sleep deprivation, and eating disorders.(Logos) All of these negative, life-threatening effects shouldn’t be caused by national tests, which were…

Personal Statement What aspirations, experiences, or relationships have motivated you to pursue the study of medicine and the Joint Admission Medical Program? Please explain why or how. * (5000 characters) My interest in medicine sparked when I was an adolescent being cared for by my pediatrician, Dr. Gonzalez. As a kid, I consistently had shortness of breath and wheezing during sports competitions. As a result, Dr. Gonzalez diagnosed me with asthma and prescribed an inhaler and nebulizer to…

Decolonizing the RGV Background leading to the spread of existentialism Being able to derive a critical understanding from my experiences with racism, sexism, and homophobia as a Mexican immigrant living in the South Western United States is one of my proudest accomplishments. My arrival to the Unites States as a thirteen year old represented an unprecedented challenged; from learning a new language, to trying to coexist in an environment that proved both very welcoming and hostile towards my…

As a member of Hilltop Leaders, I recently took the Gallup Report Strength Finder to find out my signature themes which represent the five most dominant themes of talent I have. In ranking of order, first I am an achiever. An, “achiever describes a constant need for achievement.” My second is learner because, “The subject matter that interests you most will be determined by your other themes and experiences, but whatever the subject, you will always be drawn to the process of learning.” My third…

Bradwell finally has her dream right within the grasp of her finger tips. Because the population in the area that Valley Haven covers is primarily Hispanic, Latino, or Mexican, it not only benefits society, but a national minority as well. “My goal has always been to help people. Growing up without many privileges made me want to become successful. Every time I would…

Teaching is one of the most important professions in this society. While the profession is not as highly regarded as doctors or engineers, teachers bear the responsibility to educate and inspire the next generation. Due to the experiences I had with my teachers, I was inspired to become an ELA teacher in order to promote inclusiveness in the classroom. My purpose here at UTRGV is to become a successful English teacher, and I have set a variety of professional goals in order to accomplish this.…

John Bradley (James Bradleys father) from Appleton, Wisconsin, Frank Sousley from Hilltop, Kentucky, Harlon Block from Rio Grande Valley, Texas, Pima Indian Ira Hayes from the Gila Indian Reservation, Rene Gagnon from Manchester, New Hampshire, and Mike Strank from Franklin Borough, Pennsylvania. The men who would raise the flag would not meet until they all arrived for basic…

When considering genetically modified (GM) organisms with the likes of its organic counterpart on a macroscopic view, there is almost no difference between the natural occurring organism and the GM organism. In contrast, the microscopic view, which takes into consideration factors like DNA sequences and other cellular components, provides subtle differences between genetically modified organisms and naturally occurring organisms. One subfield of GM organisms that gets constant recognition is…