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Sarah Palin: The Most Qualified Candidate?!

The other day, my "Psychology of Leadership" course had a guest speaker, Coronel Kurt Wheeler. It was incredible to hear his perspective on US foreign policy, international relations, and the War on Iraq, but what struck me as intriguing was his suggestions that Sarah Palin may be the most qualified candidate on the ballot.  Read More »

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Social Networks and Compromising the Natural Order of Relationships

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I. Plugging in to New Technology  Read More »

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Appealing to the Majority

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For my Psychology of Leadership class, I have chosen to design a project that will eliminate apathy about racism and the importance of diversity among the majority race at my school, white people.  Read More »

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A Conscience of Punishment

Why do we have the law?

I have contemplated this question, since discussing abortion and voting with a spirtual leader. During the conversation, I wondered why it mattered so much that abortion is outlawed. I asked if it is not enough to believe that people are good and that they will make the correct decisions.  Read More »

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Making Money to Pay for College: Week 1

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I decided to post this article in the spirit of the upcoming Blogging for Progress competition, in which an influx of students eager to come up with money for college join the site. As one of those students, I can relate and have taken some proactive and successful steps towards funding my education.  Read More »

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A Resolution to the Abortion Debates

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Since I have become an active member of the progressive community, approximately two weeks ago, I have been overwhelmed by the amount of discussion that takes place on abortion.  Read More »

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The Unappreciated Behind-the-Scenes

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More than the number of professors and administrators at any given university is the number of “supporting” staff. These individuals are responsible for maintaining the condition of the university and fulfilling the needs of students so that they feel at home.  Read More »

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White Culture: What is it?

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I have attended many lectures, discussions, and forums regarding race. I have learned about a number of minority races within the United States and I have had my eyes opened to a number of examples of discrimination both present and past, institutional and individual.  Read More »

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