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On October12, 1919 John and Earlie Whiteman gave birth to their first child George Allison Whiteman on a farm near Longwood, Mo. He was the oldest of ten children and graduated high school from Smith-Cotton high school in Sedalia, Mo. After graduating Whiteman attended the Rolla School of Mines in Rolla Missouri before enlisting in the army in 1939 when he was 20 years old. When Whiteman was still just 20 years old he received orders to report for aviator training in Randolph Field, Texas. It…

Is Fear the Cause of His Ultimate Demise? Imagine a life of someone who carries a constant burden on their shoulders. The burden whispers into the person’s ear everyday probably around noon or right before bed. The burden causes a constant fear that sends chills down their spine when the syllables drop from the burden’s lips. It might sound something like, “You aren't good enough” or “It was all your fault”. This fear can consume someone especially when it is driven by self hatred, guilt or the…

Moon, written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes was published on March 2, 2004. In 2005, the book became a Caldecott Medal winner for the astonishing illustrations. The Caldecott Award Chair Betsy Hearne mentions that the “thoughtful design, from the front jacket with reflective silver letters to the final image, sustains a completely satisfying read- aloud experience” (Caldecott Medal and Honor Books). A little persistence can make those who are small conquer big things. This is what happens in…

Everybody has a different outlook on a modern hero. Some people think of them as brave romancers, who would do anything for the damsel in distress. Others prefer a brother at arms, rushing into distress for those they love. No matter who it is though, these people expect equality from their “hero.” Nobody imagines a slave owner, or an Ellis Island employee as their hero. That’s what makes indiscrimination the trait that makes a modern hero. These heroes are made to care for everyone close to…

Chapter 6 really gets your attention, right in the begining. I had never heard of the “footbridge dilemma” and I am still at a loss for what I would do in this instance. This question posed, illustrated the two different philosophical approaches. The first is described as the “utilitarian approach” which the authors quote “doing the greatest good for the greatest number of people.” The second is “deontological approach” which is making the decision “based upon adherence to rules and duties.” The…

Indigenous role models play a crucial part when it comes to inspiring Indigenous youth in Australian society. The focus of this essay is to demonstrate how Cathy Freeman became a noteworthy Indigenous role model; examining her history and the key events that aided in her success and how these have contributed to Australian society. Catherine (Cathy) Freeman was born in Mackay, Queensland on the 16th February 1973, to parents Cecelia and Norman Freeman (Australian Institute of Aboriginal and…

Coaching and Athletic Biography Katie Hendrickson Sports have the power to not only teach individuals fundamental movements but with the right guidance can teach life skills that will aid them in future endeavors. Katie Hendrickson, a first-year student at Olds College, is taking the Sports Management Diploma. She has had many athletic experiences and achievements that have guided her to pursue a future occupation that involves giving back to the athletic community. Katie was born in…

I also was in the county 4-H and rode my horse in show both English, and Western, got may grand champion and reserve champions, plus I in 1982 I rode for the U.S. Equestrian Team, and represented our country, that year we took some gold medals as well as silver, to day I still ride, and enjoy it a lot.…

It doesn't take much to notice all the madness going on in the world in today's times. Every magazine, television or website has carnage and destruction on it. It makes you question if genuinely good people still exist anymore or if everyone is out to get every one else. Humanity is pretty cruel but luckily not everyone is out to drag someone else down, and there are people who are trying to do good for fellow man. Thor Halvorssen is a human rights activist from Venezuela who is trying to…

comes out the conclusion is honesty, diligence and perseverance. My life in secondary school was engrave these three words. These three words I will never forget. Under these three words, I got a lot of certificate of merit, for example, a bronze medal for my secondary school in educational…