Over the summer, I found out that there was a required reading for incoming freshmen at Montclair State University. The book assigned was Elizabeth and Hazel: Two Women of Little Rock. I began to read the book, but I did not find myself interested in it. Once I began school in September, my English professor told the class that we would begin discussing the book towards the end of September. She had mentioned that there would be an event where the author, David Margolick, would come and speak at Montclair. My friends and I decided to go. At first, I was not too excited about the event. I just went because it was required for my English class. After the lecture was over, I was happy that I went. David Margolick told us a very detailed story …show more content…
I was astonished to hear that it took him seven years to write his book. It is very inspiration to see that he accomplished his goal. Seven years is a long time to stay on track yet he managed to produce a successful book. Margolick discussed the importance of honestly in his novel. Since his book is nonfiction, he had to be cautious of the way he wrote. He tried to write in the most truthful way. Focusing on the details and stories that these two women told, Margolick depicted Elizabeth and Hazel’s life accurately. His writing tips will definitely help me in the future. He encouraged us that honestly and sending out the most accurate message to ones audience is what is important. I am glad I went to this event as a freshman because I can now use these writing techniques and …show more content…
I realized how important it is to attend things other than your classes to increase your knowledge. I got into a discussion about the event with other people who attended. It was enlightening to talk about lecture with students other than my friends. Being apart of the question and answer session afterwards was also interesting. Hearing Margolick answer the questions students had was very educational because the questions allowed him to expand further on things he did not discuss in his lecture. This event inspired me to want to go to more social events because it made me learn so much more things that may not be discussed in my English class about the
On the morning of September 4, 1957, Elizabeth was getting ready to go to her first day of school at Little Rock Central High School. She didn?t have a phone at her house, so she didn?t know that the other 8 students were going to meet at Daisy Bates? house and to go school together as a group. She got off the bus and walked down Park street in Little Rock, Arkansas and into a screaming mob with military police around her and she began her quest to attend Central High School in Little Rock. She thought the police were there to protect her, but they were ...
When I began to read Hidden Gems by Katherine Bomer, I did not know what to expect. But now, I feel that this book has taken me on a journey into news way of thinking about writing. This book has taught me how to look at the positive aspects in people’s writing, veer away from normal writing standards, and read literature like a writer. All 3 of these ideas can contribute to one finding the jewels inside writing pieces waiting to be polished and admired (Bomer, 2010).
Hansberry, Lorraine. A Raisin in the Sun. Literature and the Writing Process. Elizabeth McMahan, Susan X. Day, and Robert Funk. 6th ed. Upper Saddle River: Prentice, 2002.
In my perspective, I thought that The Help by Katheryn Stockett was an exciting and special book which enhanced me views or race, class, and gender. This fantastic book gave me the thought of how life was like down in Mississippi during the 1960's. The Help gave me different standpoints and characteristics that had taken place with places still segregated by the color of their own skin. These viewpoints hit my mind that gave me the option to judge the book by how life was viewed upon by society in the past and present time.
The Onion's "Girl Moved to Tears by Of Mice and Men Cliffs Notes" is an article with satirical and critical tone about a young communication major, Grace Weaver, who is emotional moved by reading the synopsis of the American classic Of Mice and Men over the original novel. In this article, the author describes Weaver's process and reaction to the assigned reading that aims to entertain an audience who has read the book. By using subtle satire and descriptions that let the reader understand the dangers of Weaver's shortcomings, the author is able to emphasize the importance of doing your own good work in a humorous and interesting manner.
My opinion of the book mentioned above is that it is extremely well written and inhibits several unique characteristics. The typical biography or autobiography is written in a sober manner, such that the reader is completely bored by the events of the life of the subject. The author Kristen Kemp, wrote this book so that the audience is excited and anxious to discover what happens in the next chapter in the life of the specified individual. An example of the authors exciting style of writing is evident in this quote referring to Jewel's acceptance to Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan; "Just like that, Jewel set out for, possible, her most life changing journey of all." That statement could have been written so that it simply stated that Jewel was going to attend that academy, however, due to Kristen Kemp's writing style, the statement kept me excited to read another chapter.
Hillenbrand’s writing gives off a feeling of someone who has done their research properly. One example is that she tells the readers about the characters’ whereabouts after the war. Hillenbrand also puts in descriptive paragraphs and pictures to help readers understand the situation.
Throughout the story Kincaid uses a series of long sentences to convey both the tone of the text and the theme of it as well. The tone of the text comes right from the mother who we clearly see is strict and obedient. The mother preaches to her daughter explaining how to do certain household chores and how to act. The long sentences symbolize the many orders that the mother gives to her daughter. The text flows as a stream of consciousness with the ideas coming right from the mother. This style shows the reader how repressive the mother’s demands are to a modern women that we wou...
It was held at the Biomedical Science Research Building (BSRB) this last year. There, I was treated to talks from eminent scientists from surrounding states. I had been to scientific talks before, but none were quite as interactive as this. After the high profile discussions concluded, researchers from all developmental labs in the BSRB presented posters and gave small talks about their current research. Socratic discussion is inevitable in such a meeting, and is always the most engaging way to learn. Realizing that the rest of my scientific career could be so engaging was a rapturous
While only a small percentage of the entire workforce was able to participate in the event, its intention was to provide employees with something to strive toward. It was also rejuvenating for those given the opportunity to attend. The event was inspiring and left you with the feeling that you work for a great company and they do care about you; so much so that they are willing to spend a lot of money and provide you with a wonderful experience . The event also focused heavily on the driving force of the company: the students and helping them to improve and change their lives. Employees returned to work feeling inspired and ready to do just that. The event provided the company with an opportunity to invest in their employees, reward them, and make them feel
As the class ended, I feel that we all accomplished being able to think outside of the box. We learned the value and importance of being more socially mindful. By being able to more mindful of the other people around us and the lives they have lived, we are able to understand where other people may becoming from or why they have the opinions that they have. Overall, the class has truly been an eye opening experience and has instilled new values within myself about how to handle people that will cross my
I came to understand myself and others better. I better understand prejudice and its causes as well as how widespread prejudice is and how it is reflected in our media and language. I learned how to communicate better, identify conflicts, and resolve conflicts.I learned how cultural and gender differences can affect communication and sometimes hinder it. I found out the cause of Xenophobia and the effect of the oppression related to Xenophobia. I can now better understand the experience of people of color in the US. I can now better understand about the relationships between the European settlers and the Native Americans. I realized that both the Native Americans and slaves were taken advantage of greatly throughout the early history of the
The class helped me learn how to overcome fear of public speaking which was brought about by anxiety and fear which was mainly contributed by lack of exposure. During this class I learned many ways of overcoming this menace, the class groups that served as the audience helped in practicing and getting over the anxiety and fear I also got positive critic...
I have discovered a lot about myself in general and how to deal with many issues for myself and others. I learn to think more critical in the class and in the real world as well. This course has helped me overcome my fear of worrying. I was unsure of myself when I first start class, but I quickly learn to understand myself and other people behavior by looking at my own self first that meant on the inside and outside. I have always been goal-oriented and generally known what I want out of life. This course has helped me to know myself better. It has taught me a valuable skill that I can apply at work with the students and in the master’s degree program. I have found that I like online education, and I know that I can achieve my goals if I work hard enough. This class forced me to become more organized. Through the various assignments, I have mastered the use of technology. I learned to communicate through discussion question with my classmates and instructor.
Another thing that opened my horizons while in the class was when the speaker came to talk to us about the LGBTQ community I have been exposed to this but have never learned so much about