Silver Star

Here's a story about a young lady by the name of Leila Meyer (Leila Saks) who believe it or not, was a survivor of the Titanic. This story is true, and Leila was on the Titanic at the time of the crash. She had experienced it all. Leila Meyer was just as excited as everyone else to board the Titanic. As you may know, that was the Titanic's maiden voyage (First trip or journey) at sea. The Titanic was nicknamed the "Unsinkable Ship", which is sad because of how it had crashed during its first…

Through recent events, it seems neither the Constitution nor racial equality have been large concerns for the government, or specifically, President Trump. Colin Kaepernick’s stand for police brutality against blacks is about race, regardless of what President Trump says. According to The Huffington Post, the protest began to help others see the racial inequality still present in society, as evident by police brutality against people of color (Brooks). This protest is clearly nonviolent, as…

In A Night to Remember, the Titanic was a massive ship by the White Star Line. The ship was intended to carry its 1,316 passengers and 891 crew members to New York. However, at 11:40 the Titanic struck an iceberg and began to sink. By the next morning over 1,500 people had died. The incident is considered to be a huge disaster. The White Star Line is at fault for the Titanic disaster because they didn’t have enough lifeboats for everyone on board, they didn’t fill the lifeboats to maximum…

This essay discusses the national anthem protest, And how the people and the athletes are taking a stand to the government authorities about police brutality and racial inequality. during the playing of the U.S. national anthem. The demonstrations have generated mixed reactions. Some have called the protests unpatriotic and disrespectful of the U.S. flag, the national anthem, the police, and the military. But the government isn’t applying to the meaning of the flag. “ When one believes…

An analysis of the Sporting Culture of American Hegemony in “Snickers commercial” by Robin Williams 1.Description: This commercial by “Snickers” in 2013 is set on the sidelines of a football during a football game. The “coach” that is depicted in the commercial is the famous comedian, Robin Williams, in the center of a group of football players. In this group, large footballers surround Williams and take orders to execute a football play before the go on the field. During the commercial,…

In the novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn written by Mark Twain, the protagonist Huck struggles with a moral conflict. As Huck and Jim go on their adventure Huck contemplates whether or not he should help Jim escape. Ultimately, Huck does not turn in Jim, despite the consequences of not abiding by the law. This act of courage and friendship leads to the question “Is it ever right to do the wrong thing?” In society, we can acknowledge that slavery is a horrible act that will forever be…

“Even God could not sink her,” it was bragged. The Titanic was the fastest and the biggest ship in the world. It was also considered to be the most beautiful and unsinkable. Then on April 14, 1912, occurred the most remarkable ship catastrophe of the historical 100 years. The Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, collided with an iceberg and sank with a loss of 1500 people. The Titanic’s captain, Captain Edward J. Smith, played a bewildering role in this catastrophe.…

This past Wednesday, Soul Voices, directed by Jazz Studies assistant professor Pete Malinverni held their Spring concert in the Recital Hall of the Music Building. As I walked into the hall, I was surprised by its size and beauty. I had only previously been in the choral hall directly across, and so it was certainly not what I was expecting. From the top of the raked audience, you could see a stage at floor level, framed by two short lighting trees, and dotted with choir risers. The greeters…

This moment is the point in Ron Kovic’s life where he felt spiritually and physically broken. The quote sticks out because it is a clear example of surviving against all odds. During this point in the book, Ron Kovic was shot and needed help from his fellow soldiers in order to survive his near fatal wounds. The novel nears its end with Ron laying there at his lowest point feeling nothing at all, but this is a moment where he shows his true strength by being able to survive through it all. He…

My Responsibility to America Imagine that you lived in a place where you could be whatever you want to be. The possibilities are absolutely endless. You could say what you need to say; either to stand for what is right or to give your opinion on whatever is important to you. You could do what you need to do. This could be by helping others, building your own home on your own land, fighting for the freedom of your country, and even voting for your nation's leaders. This incredible place is…