Sexualization

One in five women will be raped in their lifetime. This statistic can be unnerving to some, but to others it is just a number. Although rape is such a large problem in our society, it seems to have become a normality and consequence of life. Girls are being taught to cover up their bodies to protect themselves, while boys are being taught that sexual violence is a byproduct of natural instincts. The use of terms like “boys will be boys” shows that there is a lack of discipline for boys’…

The miscellaneous Era of “Mad Men” When I first heard about “Mad Men” as a Television Drama for the first time in my Writing 101 class, I visioned a scene where the story revolves around men who were crazy. They probably must have done something awful that needed some critical thinking from a bunch of Freshmen in order to improve their writing. Lauren M.E. Goodlad who is an associate professor of English at the University of Illinois and directs the Unit of Criticism and Interpretative Theory,…

The Upward Appeal of Love: Sexuality in Will Eisner's A Contract with God Many genres of literature utilize the coming-of-age narrative when exploring growth of an individual, a community, or, even, humanity as a whole. In reminiscing upon the tenements of the Bronx in his childhood, Will Eisner presents his audience with a captivating glimpse into the lives of the downtrodden of 55 Dropsie Street. Discussing his childhood home, Eisner evokes the inevitable loss of innocence brought forth by…

Japanese Kawaii: A Bibliographic Essay The focus of this bibliographic essay is the Japanese idea of kawaii. The term kawaii is generally translated as “cute” in English, but it’s actual meaning in Japan is far wider and more complex. In addition to exploring the extent of the kawaii phenomenon, my research revealed multiple questions or ideas for me to potentially address in my paper. These include the topic of kawaii on Japanese youth, specifically the effect on the identity and self-image of…

Hip hop artist and basketball players are both performers, who have a rich connection and similar persona, showcasing style, swagger, urbanism, bravado, and coolness. This rich bond was established in 1979; from 1984 to 2009, a new era was conceived, known as “The Dunkadelic Era.” In 1979, the first mainstream explicit connection between hip-hop and basketball was established. The Sugarhill Gang’s hit song “Rapper’s Delight,” which is commonly referred to as the first mainstream hip-hop song,…

The Representation of Man Through Scents in Perfume In Patrick Suskind’s novel, Perfume, scent establishes the primal instincts of man. Humans evolved into the complex creatures seen today but they can also be reduced to their primal state. Suskind creatively incorporates basic human nature into the novel as represented by scents. The setting allows for Suskind to incorporate human nature more easily. The lack of basic personal hygiene indicates that there would be an abundance of bodily aromas…

The Repercussions of Sexual Assault In a Skewed Society There 's no denying that sexual assault has always existed and will continue on as long as the consequences are remote. That is why it is baffling that even now in the 21st century, the jurisdiction for such a crime is a joke with little to no repercussion and justice for the victim. On the contrary, the law enforcement in the United States tends to favor the sexual predator in favor of social class, gender and race. This bias…

Props or People: A Women’s Place in Music Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything. –Plato Music shapes who we are as an individual as well as a society, however, within the last several decades there has been an astonishing increase in the objectification of women in the music industry. From country, to pop, to rock, to hip-hop and rap there has been a dramatic rise in the use women’s…

‘Should hate crimes be punished more harshly than other crimes? Examine the arguments for and against.’ Crime is defined based on its extremity in nature. Provisions have been put in to place and disciplines are issued to individuals in society who are deemed to have committed any acts considered criminal. A hate crime can be defined as; “Any criminal offence that is perceived, by the victim or any other person, to be impelled by a hostility or prejudice based on a person’s: sexual orientation,…

Little girls are meant to be just that, little girls. The foundation, canceler, eyelashes, fake nails and lipstick come in to play later on in their lives if they choose. In my experience, my mother didn’t force those things on me or even allow me to wear cosmetics until I was around thirteen and even then it was light makeup. Child beauty pageants were first made known in the 1960’s and each year where around three million children from ages six to sixteen compete for the number one spot. The…