It has been the hardest year of my life. Just so all of you know no matter what anyone says BYU is way harder than UVU. I used to think I was smart, that was just because the curve was bigger. Now I feel like I have been thrown to the sharks. There is also the added stress of relationships and getting married. As you walk across campus on any given day you will probably see relationships starting, ending, progressing to engagement and girls hunting out their future spouse. This adds stress for those of us that are too busy trying to stay afloat in our studies. How could I possibly add another class of getting a boyfriend. That would be at least a ten credit class based on the amount of time it would consume. People think college is all about learning new things. They're wrong. Its all about learning how much you don't know and how much other people around you don't know. If what they don't know is more than you don't know you will get an A. Therefore, no one is your friend. It is all a bloodthirsty battle and the most vicious win. Not to be the pessimist, I love school and learning, it is making me a well rounded individual. Right?
On a different note, with the recession everyone is freaking out and hoarding their money. Well folks good job if you want to start the second great depression. People in America need to be smart. "Oh be wise what can I say more." If people stop spending more than they earn for that boat and vacation houses then we will be fine. Live and learn right, I guess it might just take another depression for the kids in this generation to learn wisdom. Why is it that wisdom and knowledge are always learned the hard way, by falling flat on our faces?
Friday, March 27, 2009
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Deaf Studies Today
OREM, Utah—Hundreds of deaf people flocked to Utah Valley State College to take part in the Deaf Studies Today conference on Tuesday. Professionals, students, and members of the deaf community came together to celebrate deaf culture.
The conference started today with an international film festival and will continue through Saturday evening. It will include over 50 presentations, live performances, and an art exhibit.
All American Sign Language classes at UVSC have been cancelled for students to attend the conference. Janette Toolson is a student majoring in deaf studies and must attend the conference as part of her grade.
“I am in upper division classes so I have to introduce some of the speakers,” she said.
Even though it was required for her classes to attend the conference this weekend, she attended the film festival today for her own enjoyment.
Sarah Hawks has been taking ASL classes since high school. She recently changed her major and was very excited to attend the conference this weekend.
“It’s amazing that I have the opportunity to go to this conference and take part in it,” she said.
The conference has many people from all over coming to present. Anthony Natale, an actor from “Mr. Holland’s Opus,” was the keynote speaker for the film festival. Other speakers include Dr. M.J. Bienvenu from Gallaudet University, Dr. Paddy Ladd from the University of Bristol, Ella Mae Lentz, and Samuel Kwesi Asare, the president of the National Association of the Deaf in Ghana.
The conference will teach about American Sign Language, colonialism, liberation and the world of deaf people. Not all of the presentations will have interpreters, but all of the keynote speakers will be interpreted from either sign to voice or voice to sign.
To attend the conference you must register either online or in person. The cost is $310 for professionals, $75 for students not from UVSC for limited enrollment and $125 for full registration.
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The conference started today with an international film festival and will continue through Saturday evening. It will include over 50 presentations, live performances, and an art exhibit.
All American Sign Language classes at UVSC have been cancelled for students to attend the conference. Janette Toolson is a student majoring in deaf studies and must attend the conference as part of her grade.
“I am in upper division classes so I have to introduce some of the speakers,” she said.
Even though it was required for her classes to attend the conference this weekend, she attended the film festival today for her own enjoyment.
Sarah Hawks has been taking ASL classes since high school. She recently changed her major and was very excited to attend the conference this weekend.
“It’s amazing that I have the opportunity to go to this conference and take part in it,” she said.
The conference has many people from all over coming to present. Anthony Natale, an actor from “Mr. Holland’s Opus,” was the keynote speaker for the film festival. Other speakers include Dr. M.J. Bienvenu from Gallaudet University, Dr. Paddy Ladd from the University of Bristol, Ella Mae Lentz, and Samuel Kwesi Asare, the president of the National Association of the Deaf in Ghana.
The conference will teach about American Sign Language, colonialism, liberation and the world of deaf people. Not all of the presentations will have interpreters, but all of the keynote speakers will be interpreted from either sign to voice or voice to sign.
To attend the conference you must register either online or in person. The cost is $310 for professionals, $75 for students not from UVSC for limited enrollment and $125 for full registration.
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Thursday, April 3, 2008
Sample opinion letter
For those of us that attend classes only in the computer science building having to walk to the cafeteria for food is difficult. There is no way to get food in between classes because it takes too long. It takes nearly ten minutes to get down to where the food is and then another ten minutes on average to get the food. After you get the food you have to run all the way up the stairs to get to class close to on time. Once in class you have to eat your food which can be very distracting to other students and the instructor. UVSC should have a cafe, similar to the one in the LA building, in the CS building. They would have a very large amount of money coming in. Also students will be healthier and happier in their studies. This will create better satisfaction with the school. UVSC should be doing anything in their power to create a good learning environment for their students. Currently many students in the CS building are hungry because they do not have access to healthy food in between classes. Even if the school had a cafe open for the lunch hours between noon and two it would be helpful to the students. When students have energy they can learn better.
Hungry
Hungry
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Stress
The worst part about stress is that it just builds and builds. This past weekend I felt as though all the stress that I had been carrying built up so much that I was not strong enough to support it. My answer I dropped it. I just decided that I couldn't allow stress and anxiety to run my life. I am going to do the best that I can and that will have to do. There is a certain point where you just have to throw in the towel. Life just gets worse as you go along unless you learn how to prioritize what is required of you. So my priorities have changed this semester. All I have to do is survive. Easier said than done. For a chronic perfectionist when it comes to grades simple doing the minimum is going to be so hard. If I don't I will collapse under the pressure. Somethings gotta give. So the highest priority in my life right now is to make sure that I get through this semester without totally losing my mind. The solution to stress if there is one is to live life one day at a time. If you are only focusing on one thing you can make it.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Abusive producers
Why on earth do producers of shows have to show a really amazing episode of a show and then just stop mid season for a month respite. I think that it is unfair to the viewership to be jerked around like this. Why can’t they just shoe the whole season without any breaks. They are more likely to lose viewers because when your show isn’t on you look to other shows or things to do. Those viewers just might find something else that is good and forget when their show will be coming on again. I just think that it is really lame. It is abusive of the power that they have. Just because the masses are senselessly addicted to their favorite TV shows, that doesn’t mean they have the right to abuse us. There is a certain point where we as the consumers need to step up and say that enough is enough. We have a right to see what we want to see when we want to see it. This is why people have started to pirate things; we are sick and tired of waiting till it is released by the producer just so the rich can become richer. Help me help you! Give us our shows.
The Joy of a Democracy
I went to the republican caucus in my precinct this week. Wow! Who knew that people could get so worked up about precinct chairman? Seriously I think that it was the most exercise some of those old people get all week. I am personally registered as an independent and as a result could not say a single word the whole two hours I was there. There was defiantly some comedy though the seated chairman wanted to be elected again, but was ousted by a previous mayor of Provo. Then he wanted vice chair and was ousted by someone who had no experience in the political world. Don’t worry though he still got to be a state delegate which if he hadn’t I think there would have been major tears. The technology was very sophisticated for the voting. They used index cards torn into fourths and then they were counted at the front of the room by some random guys. Now it may just be me but that makes me a little nervous. I think that there are a few things that you should know before attending a caucus. First make sure to eat dinner before you go. Take gum with you to offer to the old lady next to you and always take a friend.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Living Legends Article
PROVO, Utah – In the Knight Building on the campus of Brigham Young University, two students artfully perform a traditional hoop dance to American Indian music.
The dance is an expression of their culture. To American Indians, the hoop is a symbol of eternity. It is used in the dance to honor Mother Earth's creations.
These students belong to Living Legends, a group of students with American Indian, Polynesian and Latin American heritage. The group promotes culture, family and the value of education through dance and music.
They practice 10 hours a week and travel throughout the year, taking their dances on tour before various audiences. This year, they have been to Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming. In April, they will take their show to Chili.
Ana Wilson has been a member of the group for 2 years. Meeting people on tour is the best part of the job, she said. But the most meaningful experiences have involved seeing how much people sacrifice to have group members stay in their homes.
The group focuses on showing the seasons of the Book of Mormon, a tome of scripture for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Performing as part of Living Legends is essentially a mission to share the church’s message, Wilson said.
“We don't proselyte like missionaries, but we share it,” she said.
Wilson said she has learned that to some people, the performance is all about experiencing the music and culture. To others, it means something different – an opportunity to feel the spirit, something many of them have never done before.
The group performs 17 dances from different countries. “Sasa, Lapa Lapa,” a dance from Samoa, involves powerful slaps. “Un Madrigal, El Buey” is a dance from Mexico that evokes folklore and tradition. “Aguacero de Mayo” draws upon the multicultural background of Colombia. From North America, there is “The Warrior's Suite,” a dance thats honor American Indian fighters.
The trademark song of the group is its perennial finale, “Go, My Son.” The song tells the story of a chief who teaches that the way to succeed in life is through maintaining family ties and getting an education.
Rachel Bair has attended the show several times to see her older siblings perform. She said she thinks people connect with the performance because it showcases so many different cultures. Being of Mexican descent Bair believes that culture is very important to defining who she is.
“It not only helps you appreciate your culture,” she said. “It makes me proud of my culture.”
Living Legends will be performing at BYU’s Harris Fine Arts Center March 27 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the box office for $7.
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The dance is an expression of their culture. To American Indians, the hoop is a symbol of eternity. It is used in the dance to honor Mother Earth's creations.
These students belong to Living Legends, a group of students with American Indian, Polynesian and Latin American heritage. The group promotes culture, family and the value of education through dance and music.
They practice 10 hours a week and travel throughout the year, taking their dances on tour before various audiences. This year, they have been to Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming. In April, they will take their show to Chili.
Ana Wilson has been a member of the group for 2 years. Meeting people on tour is the best part of the job, she said. But the most meaningful experiences have involved seeing how much people sacrifice to have group members stay in their homes.
The group focuses on showing the seasons of the Book of Mormon, a tome of scripture for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Performing as part of Living Legends is essentially a mission to share the church’s message, Wilson said.
“We don't proselyte like missionaries, but we share it,” she said.
Wilson said she has learned that to some people, the performance is all about experiencing the music and culture. To others, it means something different – an opportunity to feel the spirit, something many of them have never done before.
The group performs 17 dances from different countries. “Sasa, Lapa Lapa,” a dance from Samoa, involves powerful slaps. “Un Madrigal, El Buey” is a dance from Mexico that evokes folklore and tradition. “Aguacero de Mayo” draws upon the multicultural background of Colombia. From North America, there is “The Warrior's Suite,” a dance thats honor American Indian fighters.
The trademark song of the group is its perennial finale, “Go, My Son.” The song tells the story of a chief who teaches that the way to succeed in life is through maintaining family ties and getting an education.
Rachel Bair has attended the show several times to see her older siblings perform. She said she thinks people connect with the performance because it showcases so many different cultures. Being of Mexican descent Bair believes that culture is very important to defining who she is.
“It not only helps you appreciate your culture,” she said. “It makes me proud of my culture.”
Living Legends will be performing at BYU’s Harris Fine Arts Center March 27 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the box office for $7.
Words: 450
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