Cover,
2024
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Full Issue,
2024
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Full Issue, Sarai Devi Dasi, Vivian Jameson
.RAW Journal of Art and Design
No abstract provided.
Love Of Fountains In Architecture,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Love Of Fountains In Architecture, John Charlton
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Fountains should be the unofficial, official architectural feature of Kansas City. Some fountains are more prominent and grander than life, while others are simple. When I lived in Kansas City, I would always love to look for fountains and see their many variations in the city. I enjoyed seeing each fountain and how they related to the structures around them. Fountains are an essential feature within this city, and the decision to include fountains in different architectural structures adds character and a distinctive theme to Kansas City.
Ghosts And Hockey Combined For Savannah’S Entertainment,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Ghosts And Hockey Combined For Savannah’S Entertainment, Mark Surber
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Savannah is a city near the Georgia coast with a rich ghost history. This community was recently given their own semi-professional hockey team. The community along with the city and the hockey team owner combined their rich ghost history and their passion for hockey together with the creation of the Savannah Ghost Pirates.
Santa Clara Review, Vol. 111, No. 1,
2024
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara Review, Vol. 111, No. 1, Santa Clara University
Santa Clara Review
No abstract provided.
Jacob's Day,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Jacob's Day, Jacob Rodriguez
ENGL 1101 Showcase
The sun shines through my curtains, with its light waking me up from my sleep. The feeling of being able to wake up naturally through sunlight is something that I’m going to miss. Being awoken by an alarm and the greasiness and unpleasantness that comes with it is something I’m not looking forward to. The first thing I do when I wake up is grab my phone. I then check the group chat I have with my friends for making plans. I’m normally the one now that urges to make plans. This summer I’ve lived a carefree life that’s out …
The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine,
2024
Kennesaw State University
The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine, Ralph Chio
ENGL 1101 Showcase
In February of 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Following the disastrous collapse of Afghanistan, few countries had any more hope for Ukraine. However, against all odds, Ukraine has continued to prove that it is willing to fight and able to win. In this genre, the article, A Ukrainian Officer’s Captured Russian Tank Wasn’t Working. So He Called Tech Support—In Russia, an interview with Senator Lindsey Graham, and a photograph of President Zelensky and his Chief of Defense Intelligence all provide insight to the different points of view in Ukraine.
“The Drink Of Dearborn”,
2024
Kennesaw State University
“The Drink Of Dearborn”, Sakina Ahmed
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Chai is a warm drink full of different types of herbs and spices that is seen in every corner of Dearborn. It's beloved for multiple reasons, starting with its diversity in the various cultures that populate the city of Dearborn.
The Official Gas Station Of Mcdonough,
2024
Kennesaw State University
The Official Gas Station Of Mcdonough, Trey Wingfield
ENGL 1101 Showcase
The unofficial, official gas station of my hometown McDonough Georgia is QuikTrip. When people want to go to a gas station there are many things to consider that come with it. Is there customer service good, will the gas pumping process be fast, or will the parking lot be easy to get in and out of? At QuikTrip it comes equipped with all of those and more.
A Day In The Life,
2024
Kennesaw State University
A Day In The Life, Malachi Brooks
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Waking up to the sound of my dog barking at 7:34 in the morning is not ideal, but when he needs to go outside, he makes it known. With my zombie like movement, I start to walk to the backdoor as i’m still trying to wake up, my energetic yorkie starts doing circles around me panting the closer I get to the door. Once I open the door the cold breeze hits me immediately as I am wearing white and black shorts with an old black t-shirt of Michael Jackson’s “Bad” album cover.
Mexican Street Tacos: The Unofficial Official Food Of La,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Mexican Street Tacos: The Unofficial Official Food Of La, Gigi Bruno
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Los Angeles is home to hundreds of street food vendors. Street food carts and stands are abundant at almost every street corner in all of Los Angeles. The diversity of food and options are one of the main reasons of what makes the city great. Los Angeles streets offers from fresh fruit stands, to sizzling bacon wrapped hot dogs and their infamous street tacos. Simply because of the many things that make them incredibly delicious, the tacos are the unofficial official street food. Mexican street tacos are one of the foods that Los Angeles is known for. Even though they …
Cyber Me Punk,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Cyber Me Punk, Travius Franklin
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Cyberpunk is a science fiction sub-genre focusing on dystopian futuristic settings focusing on high-tech and the negatives of technological advancement. The focus or literary analysis is the effects of rapid technological expansion and human response to this rapid expansion. Some everyday things seen in this genre are rebellion, the convergence of man and machine, and anti-authority.
The Kermes Game,
2024
Kennesaw State University
The Kermes Game, Juan Martinez
ENGL 1101 Showcase
The Kermes is filled with music, food, games, and more. One of these countless games although, not the official game but undoubtably the game that must be at every kermes is Mexican Bingo or better known by Hispanics as Loteria.
An Ordinary Day Of Sheldon Jerome Downing Ii’S Life At Marietta High School,
2024
Kennesaw State University
An Ordinary Day Of Sheldon Jerome Downing Ii’S Life At Marietta High School, Sheldon Jerom Downing Ii
ENGL 1101 Showcase
I am jarred awake by the piercing mechanical sounds of a pinball rattling away in a pinball machine. Every few seconds, a flurry of concussive noises plays. As I face the ceiling, I try to ignore it, still tired after 5 inadequate hours of rest. I bargain with the consequences of just hitting the Stop button on my phone and retreating to the covers. Then I sigh when I realize that not only had I not checked how much time I had, but it was also hot. No, it was unbearably hot. The reality that spring was now summer and …
Jollof Rice Is More Than Just Food,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Jollof Rice Is More Than Just Food, Victory Osahon
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Jollof rice. A West African delicacy that often ignites rivalry over whose country makes the better version. A dish spiced to perfection with rice, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and any season of your choice. A bold claim consistently arises that Nigerian jollof rice is the best version and there is a reason why it’s a cherished dish not just in Nigeria or West Africa, but around the world.
The Spooky Science Behind Halloween Ads,
2024
Kennesaw State University
The Spooky Science Behind Halloween Ads, Ashton Restrepo
ENGL 1101 Showcase
An underrated aspect of Halloween is its marketability. From movies, TV shows, toys, figurines, and costumes, consumers everywhere are always looking for a valuable purchase during the October season. To capitalize on their seasonal opportunity, Halloween stores wait patiently throughout the year until their respective season to unleash the iconic Halloween advertisement. Examples of these ads include a Spirit Halloween 2021 ad featuring audio qualities of Halloween, a Phantom Superstores image displaying many rhetorical connections with a Halloween audience, and a Party City Halloween video that utilizes many Halloween conventions.
Below The Firmament,
2024
Lindenwood University
Below The Firmament, Mark Christopherson
The Lindenwood Review: a journal of literary prose
No abstract provided.
Dystopian Future Rhetorical Analysis,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Dystopian Future Rhetorical Analysis, Aaron Burney
ENGL 1101 Showcase
With Dystopian futures it has its focus on a more adult audience. With its gritty environments and conflict related to the real world while also having that hint of adventure, adults can find entertainment in the genre. With games such as Fallout for its more historical viewpoint, Half Life for its cover art and Cyberpunk2077 for its Reddit with its unique style.
Looking Into Royal Fantasy Romance,
2024
Kennesaw State University
Looking Into Royal Fantasy Romance, Azaleah Hill
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Storytelling takes many forms, from digital to traditional print, and even television screens no matter the genre. Still, the appeal of fantasy and romance has always been a factor in captivating audiences. Like I Am the Villain, where fate and desires, collide, or From Ash and Blood, where worlds are turned upside down, and love battles death, or Once Upon a Time, where our lovely fairytale idols go through bloody battles and hardships. All these fall under the genre of Royal Romance Fantasy and each of them offers a different experience that invokes a range of emotions. These stories not …
J’S Gourmet Grocery & Deli,
2024
Kennesaw State University
J’S Gourmet Grocery & Deli, Bryce Mccaskill
ENGL 1101 Showcase
Everyone has that one grocery store they go to regularly, whether it's because of the convenience, options, or even the prices. In Parkchester, J’s Gourmet Grocery & Deli is the unofficial Deli of the neighborhood. Their convenient location along with their customer service and variety of store items are what make them the best Deli to go to.
