As a senior, I was tasked with a completing an action project. For this project, I had to go out into my community and find a way to serve. I have always had a passion for sustainability and taking care of the environment. Because of this, I centered my project around cutting down on the use of plastic in my community. I did this by working with the restaurant I work at to switch to more sustainable options for containers…
For my Multimedia Applications class, we were tasked with creating a website. For this project, I decide to make a website about environmental conservation in Lincoln, Nebraska. I chose this topic because it is something I am passionate about. In the past few years, I have tried to make a conscious effort to make my lifestyle more environmentally friendly. I thought that sharing what I have found during this process on a website would be a good idea. Hopefully…
General information – 5 pts. Title of the Movie: Call the Midwife Topic of the Movie: It is set in the 1950s in the very poor part of London. The women are too poor to afford a hospital, so they have midwives to help them deliver their children. Director: The director changes almost every episode. Syd Macartney directed 11 episodes. Production company: BBC Date released: January 15, 2012 Length (1 ½ hr. minimum): 3 episodes= 2.5 hours Setting(s): East End…
Ingredients: 1 1⁄2 cup butter, softened 1 1⁄2 cup white sugar 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 egg 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 1⁄2 tsp lemon zest, grated 4 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour 1 1⁄2 tsp baking powder 1 cup apricot preserves Directions: In a large bowl, cream butter, white sugar, and cream cheese until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon juice and lemon zest. Mix together flour and baking powder;…
Dear Readers, As an assignment for English, we were tasked with creating an exhibit focused on adversity. In this exhibit you will find seven simple steps to overcoming adversity. Adversity is something that everyone can relate to in this life. I attempt to illustrate the process of overcoming and facing adversity with additions of art, music, and videos. I hope readers will find some benefit in exploring this exhibit. The goal of this curation of pieces of art and media is…
From the guillotine in the 1700s to the lethal injection in modern times, capital punishment has had an impact on people all over the world for ages. This punishment set by the government has affected many people in our country. Many families and individuals have also been affected by capital punishment not only in the United States but also in countries on the other side of the world. Because of this, there is great controversy around this topic. The death…