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The campus of any educational establishment is a little “society” with its issues that every campus member has to deal with. The campus of Felix Cook Junior Elementary in Houston, Texas is not an exception. This paper presents an analysis of the top 5 issues observed nowadays on the campus of this educational institution. The information presented in this analysis has been obtained from the interviews with the campus principal and other leaders of students’ organizations and campus authorities. To start with, the top 5 issues on the campus include high absentees’ rates, janitorial staff issues, professional development of campus members, decrease in TAKS scores observed over the past 2 years, and handling the needs of migrate students. It is also necessary to consider the demographics of the campus under consideration to see the reasons for the above issues. The bulk of the students are of African American (64%) and Hispanic (34%) origins, and the lack of discipline observed in their cultures might explain the first issue. So might the ratio of students to teachers on campus which amounts to 20:1. Moreover, about 88% of the teaching staff is also of African American origin, while the rest of 12% are Hispanic people. Among the school’s students, a considerable number of people (12%) are those with Limited English Proficiency, while 60.8% are on the edge of this group according to their academic performance results. Further on, 70% of the students are economically disadvantaged people. These factors may be reasons for lack of professional development perspectives and low TAKS scores. Finally, the working experience of the campus teachers varies from 1 to 5 (70%) and 6 to 10 (20%) to 10 and more years of practice (10%) which explains issues in handling janitorial staff and migrate students.
Types of pain medications There are many medications that are used to relieve pain. Pain can therefore be best controlled when patients used the appropriate medications. Pain can also be minimized using non-pharmaceutical remedies. This is a list of medications that can be used to remedy pain: Acetaminophen otherwise called Tylenol; Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications-NSAIDS; Corticosteroids; Narcotics; Anti-Convulsants; and local Anesthetics. When Tylenol is used in treating pain, it does not exhibit anti-inflammatory effects. This makes Tylenol a number one choice in treating chronic pains. It can be very effective when it is made use of appropriately. It can however be very dangerous when abused or used in excess. Caution should be taken to prevent patients from taking regular Tylenol together with Percocet or Dar
Rites of passage are the special rituals held in a variety of cultures. The main objective of these rituals is to establish the transition of a person from one stage of life to another and the transformation of their roles, duties, ways of thinking. During the rites of passage of some cultures, the bodies of the participants are also transformed – the participants can undergo circumcisions, scarification, have their bodies tattooed or pierced. Traditionally, rites of passage include three main phases, such as separation, transition, and incorporation (Haviland, Prins, Walrath, and McBride 302). The rite of passage discussed in this paper comes from the culture of the Ogiek tribe that dwells in Kenya, Africa. The ritual targets boys and girls of 14 to 16 years old. The males and females are initiated separately. The first stage of the ritual is circumcision. After that, the initiates are to live separately from the rest of the tribe in the wilderness for one or several months. This I the separation phase – the initiated individuals are temporarily isolated from the rest of the community or a tribe. During the initiation, the young Ogiek cover themselves in white clay to resemble wild animals and are haunted by a mysterious wild beast that roars in the night. The roar is artificially created by the elders of the tribe. This is the transition phase – the individuals undergo a trial or a test of some kind where they need to demonstrate certain qualities such as bravery, endurance, and strength. The separation and the transition phases are merged together in this rite of passage. The initiates are incorporated back into their tribe after they meet with the elders and get to hold the instrument, which is used to produce the roar and are allowed to use it themselves. To sum up, the Ogiek rite of passage for teenage boys and girls includes separation, transition, and incorporation phases and is held in order to test the readiness of the young people to become adults and deal with the responsibilities and challenges of the adult life. Works Cited Haviland, William A., Harald E.L. Prins, Dana Walrath, Bunny McBride. The Essence of Anthropology . 3rd ed. Boston: Cengage Learning, 2013. Print.
Introduction Nelson Mandela is, undoubtedly, one of the strongest and the most inspiring political leaders of the 20th century, the embodiment of the human spirit’s limitless possibilities. His extraordinary life and the trials that he endured deserve to be remembered and talked about today. In my speech, I hope to recall Mandela’s most significant achievements and qualities, as well as comment on the influence he continues to have on activists and world leaders alike even after his death. Body Rolihlahla Mandela was born in the village near Umtata in the Transkei on 18 July 1918. Both of his parents were illiterate, but his mother sent Mandela to the Methodist school at the age of 7, where his teacher gave the boy name “Nelson.” In 1931 Mandela enrolled in the University College of Fort Hare but was later expelled for protesting the school’s policies. Already his passion for justice and fighting spirit spoke louder than seeking profit or self-interest. After starting a political career in the early 1940-s, Mandela has relentlessly fought against discrimination and marginalization of Black people of South Africa. Alongside several colleagues, he initiated the campaign of defiance against the law that required all non-white citizens to carry around documentation justifying their presence in white-dominated areas. In 1952, together with a fellow member of the African National Congress, Oliver Tambo, he established the first Black law practice in the country. Both these accomplishments’ influence on the human rights movement, as well as their historical significance for the rights of Black people in South Africa, cannot be overstated. Anti-apartheid activism and underground activities made Mandela a frequent target for government persecution. Throughout the early 1960s, he became known as “The Black Pimpernel” due to his extraordinary ability to evade capture while juggling several aliases. In 1964, on the Rivonia trial, Mandela gave one of the most famous speeches in human history. He proclaimed his dedication to the struggle of African people and condemned the domination of any group over another group. His commitment to the world of equal opportunities was absolute: “My Lord, if it needs to be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die” (Mandela, 2018). This speech highlights Mandela’s most impressive qualities: his al
Although the emperor-ideology prevailed in Japan during World War II, its genesis can be traced to the Meiji Restoration whereby leaders felt that the Asian nation should unite in the same way as the West. Before the Meiji coming to power, the emperor was mostly a ceremonial figure, who had divine connotations. However, the leaders wanted Japan to have its place in the world and this is how the emperor gained prominence. Consequently, the emperor became the symbol of Japan’s authority and Shinto was made into a national religion thereby replacing Buddhism. One of the reasons why Buddhism was relegated to the second place was because the leaders of the day felt that it was a ‘foreign’ religion. All these efforts towards the greatness of Japan were part of Meiji’s plans to modernize the country and possibly beat the Westerners in their own game. Consequently, the leaders of the time were mainly concerned with “the desire for wealth, power, and prestige as a way of redressing the imposition of unequal treaties that had been placed upon Japan by western powers in the past” (Beasley 67). The initial victories in regards to the modernization era of 1868 made it possible for Japan’s leaders to become bold in their assertions of Japan’s position in the world. A sense of manifest destiny did not begin to spread in Japan until the country emerged victorious in the Sino-Japanese War in 1894. This victory gave Japan a sense of superiority within Asia. Also, subconsciously Japan began to seek its place in the world. This attitude was apparent to Germany, France, and Russia when the three powerhouses forced Japan to cease its hard-won territory in the peninsula. The United States was not left behind in its efforts to keep Japan down when it instituted the Open Door Policy of China in 1899. Nevertheless, Japan did not feel destined to lord over Asia until the country’s victory in the Russo-Japanese War in 1904. This victory made the West stop and pay attention to the emerging Asian powerhouse. On the other hand, some countries in Asia began to consider Japan as the obvious powerhouse of the region. Thereafter, Japan was at liberty to exert its influence on both China and Korea. The motivated Japanese expansion was the main reason why the region entered into conflict with Western countries. First, Japan conflicted with the United States’ Open Door Policy in China. However, there was a reprieve whe
Introduction The following study is an attempt to prove the existence of God and evil. Whether or not God and evil exist is arguably a major issue of concern to many people in the world. The existence of evil somehow proves the existence of God. Good and evil people internalize life differently. The coexistence of God and evil forms the basis of natural religion. The society also defines God and evil in its own way. Based on the assessment of what is good and evil, there is no logical evidence of the presence of God and evil. Existence of God Life is a rational process with a definite beginning and end. The chronological order of life’s events is a sure proof that human life not only begins at a given point but also ends at another. There must be a divine force that gives impetus to life’s happenings. God, the naturally presumed source of life acts as a mediator between good and evil. He is also assumed to be the giver of life. The existence of evil is sometimes interpreted to mean that God does not exist. According to Parley’s argument on natural theology and acquisition of knowledge through experience, the principle order of acts, the presence of objects in given positions such as watches or stones happen after being made to. This is evidenced by Parley’s explanation of the laws of animal and metallic nature that reinforce the fact that things are made to happen. Formation of human moral sense and skills of distinctive designer are unique concepts that are inspired by a supreme being who is God. The rational understanding of the existence of God is complicated by David Hume’s argument that there is no proven evidence that a powerful, wise and good God exists. Hume also argues that God is not rationally comprehensible. Regardless of how seriously an individual ma
Bonds and stocks are two popular ways of fundraising at a corporate level. While the two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they represent sufficiently different phenomena. The following paper contains a response to a discussion post regarding the differences between stocks and bonds. The discussion provides a concise definition of both terms and outlines in broad strokes the principles behind each of the processes. In my opinion, the provided descriptions are not representative. For instance, buying stocks is defined as “the purchase of a stock company,” which is not an accurate description. It would be more appropriate to describe it as purchasing a share of a company (Kenny, 2017). Bonds, on the other hand, are described fairly accurately as “debt certificates.” It is also worth noting that the post appropriately refers to the level of control implied by both bonds and stocks. However, it would be reasonable to include the justification for each action. While the stability and profitability of the company’s operations are referred to in the description, the initial public offering procedure and requirements are omitted from the discussion entirely. I argue that this is an important detail as it highlights the rationale behind the selection of fundraising approach. The author also correctly identifies the risks pertinent to each practice a
Summary In recent months, the global threat of Covid-19 has become widely recognized by the scientific community and the general public. As a danger to the health and well-being of many individuals, Covid has a variety of influences on the human body. When someone has two or more disease processes they’re dealing with concurrently, that is referred to as a co-morbidity. The coronavirus, itself, is harmful, but when you add a co-morbidity on top of this virus, it can become deadly. People who have a co-morbidity such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), chronic kidney disease, AIDS, cancer, and several others should consider themselves high-risk for getting the disease. These people should follow the guidelines and safety precautions during this pandemic and social distance. During this pandemic, multiple organizations have researched Covid-19 and the problems that come along with it. Covid-19 is the biggest public health crisis since the flu of 1918. Because people with co-morbidities are especially susceptible to a fatal outcome if being infected with Covid-19, it is important to understand how and why. This paper will explore the effects Covid-19 has on people with co-morbidities. Overview of Covid-19 Covid-19, an infectious disease recently spread throughout the world presents a great danger to society and its people. Originating in some species of animals, the disease has spread from China to the rest of the world, effectively staggering the world economy and the basic functionality of many individual cities (Hamed). The effects of the Covid-19 infection can manifest differently, depending on the health of the patient, their age, previous conditions, and many other factors. While some suffer only mild symptoms, others can be put at risk of death. Being more transmissible than seasonal influenza, the coronavirus currently has no effective vaccines or treatment methods. Currently, the spread of Covid-19 is classified as a global pandemic, much like the similar events of the past. The influenza pandemic of the WWI period is one of them, resulting in a deadly outbreak of disease that ended the lives of up to 50 million people. Multiple instances of cholera and plague have also ravaged humanity throughout the years, threatening the population and its livelihood. In a similar vein, a Covid-19 pandemic is a devastating event that required conjoined effort from all nations of the world. Effects on People with Other Diseases Various other diseases or circumstances can worsen the person’s wellbeing when suffering from Covid-19. Particular underlying medical conditions are especially prominent in this discussion, and present an increased risk of being hospitalized, subject to mechanical ventilation, or dying (Hamed). COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, for example, is known to increase one’s chances of being severely affected by Covid-19 ( Certain Medical Conditions and Risk for Severe COVID-19 Illness ). Since their symptoms tend to be muc
Introduction: The Paradox of Crime Along with Romeo and Juliet, Othello is one of the most famous plays by Shakespeare. It has been analyzed a countless number of times. However, the relationships between Iago and Othello have not been discussed well enough. Some believe that the two are another gullibility-meets-treachery problem, others see romantic innuendoes in their relationships. However, it seems that the striking contrast between the two characters means more than just the fight between good and evil. With the help of relationships between Iago and Othello, Shakespeare conveyed the idea that good and evil have to coexist for the sake of the world balance. Because the balance between the good (Othello) and the evil (Iago) is never broken, both characters are responsible for the tragic ending, each of them contributing to the development of the plot. Fighting for Their Lives: Iago and Othello as Warriors Weirdly enough, Othello and Iago are most often considered as a victim and a traitor; however, their relationships as the participants of military actions are mentioned ridiculously rarely. At the very beginning, Iago states clearly that he has taken part in a number of battles; and, even though his record is doubtlessly spotless, there can be no doubt that he has done a good job as a warrior, most of the time teaming up with Othello: And I, of whom his eyes had seen the proof At Rhodes, at Cyprus, and on other grounds Christian and heathen, must be be-lee’d and calm’d By debitor and creditor: this counter-caster, He, in good time, must his lieutenant be, And I–God bless the mark!–his Moorship’s ancient. (Shakespeare 860) Therefore, it can be considered that the dynamics between Othello and Iago as military men are rather complex While Othello represents the very idea of military honor and honesty, Iago shows the readers a different side of military life full of cunning and intrigues. While the two have a strikingly different attitude towards the idea of military life, they yet somehow manage to show two sides of being a military man. From War Service to Peaceful Life: Iago and Othello as Family Men Not only in the battlefield, but also in the realm of peaceful family life Iago and Othello seem to complete each other perfectly well. There can be no doubt that Othello is portrayed as an honest, true and caring husband. Everything that this character says to his wife is shot through with love and respect for her virtues: “Perdition catch my soul, But do I love thee! And when I lov
The Catholic and Protestant churches made many efforts in order to spread their beliefs in the New World and to convert the Native Americans. The most successful were the French Jesuits and the Spanish Franciscans. The Spanish converted thousands of Indians in South and Central America: Mexico, Peru, Chile, Bolivia, Colombia, Venezuela and Ecuador, while the French settled in New France that included modern Canadian and US territory: Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Main, New York, Louisiana and Illinois. Historically, both orders had the same religious pursuits; however the methods used by them were different. The Franciscans converted more people than Jesuits due to the use of their methods of mass compulsion with the help of power and weapons. After Columbus discovery, Queen Isabella and Pope Alexander VI claimed the importance of converting the Native Americans to Christianity. Franciscans arrived to the New Spain in 1524 and got the success, spreading their religion. However, although they converted many thousands of people, it is important to notice that the faith of the population of New World was weak and, moreover, they created a new religion combining the local beliefs with elements of Christianity (Hannon, 2010). Sanctioned by Queen and Pope, the Spanish Franciscans used all possible methods, including the use of power, weapons, and executions. According to the article Native American Voices , in Mexico, the Central and South America, the Spanish Franciscans used Native Americans as a free labor material (“Native American Voices”). Obviously, such measures led to the fear and submission of Indians. The French Jesuits, known as the Soldiers of Christ, arrived to the New World one century after Spanish, in 1625. They used methods of persuasion and negotiation instead of force. Thereby, although a number of converted by Jesuits Indians was not huge, but their
Introduction Nowadays organisations become more globally- and socially-oriented, creating innovative solutions with minimal restrictions and maximum opportunities for teamwork. Innovations present essential grounds to enhance the long-known products and services, thus meeting the latest requirements of customers and those of the rapidly changing world. Offering the right solutions to provide relevant products and services to customers, both for their business and personal life – this is innovation per se. The prospects of collaborative innovation are explained by a range of advantages. There is the possibility of the comprehensive use of the efforts of the project partners at the preproduction, production, and marketing stages, which contribute to the achievement of positive externalities due to the synergistic effect. The unification of the most powerful complementary elements of the productive forces belonging to partners, such as qualification, implicit skills, etc. also serves as the core benefit of collaborative innovation. Research Questions and Objectives This paper proposes the research on collaborative innovation as a way to foster Unilever’s product development. The rational for the selection of the mentioned theme is caused by its importance to nowadays environment and demand for high-quality products in the sphere of home care and personal care. Unilever refers to the international corporation that offers the market more than thousand brands, each of which is aimed at facilitating everyday lives of people ( Working in partnerships to improve the lives of millions 2017, para. 1). It is worth turning one’s attention to the fact that the high-quality products of this company help plenty of people to look good and feel great as well as have the cleanest and beautiful homes possible. Unilever strives to continuously develop and initiate new actions to remain competitive and competent in the corresponding field. According to the official website of the company, it states feasible and valuable goals to serve the society that focus on helping more than one billion people to improve their health and well-being, reduce the impact on the environment twice, and enhance the living conditions for millions of people by 2020 ( Working in partnerships t