overwhelming impression I received while walking down McAlister Place on the Tulane University campus. It was palpable. Somehow, in the middle of the vibrant city of New Orleans, Tulane managed to create a tight-knit student body that resembled a family. Coming from a high school that encourages team work, whether in sports, class projects, or school clubs, I learned the importance of being a part of a community. After visiting Tulane, I realized how much I would benefit from being a part of this particular
Ever since I read Tulane’s motto, "Non sibi, sed suis," translated as "not for one 's self, but for one 's own.", I knew right away that Tulane was the place for me as this motto encapsulates the very principle upon which I have long-since resolved to live my life. From my first fundraiser at the age of seven, during which I raised $1,000 through grassroots fundraising, to being an active part in helping put an end to food insecurity in my own community, to co-founding my nonprofit, Kindling Hope
Set in New Orleans in the early 1960s, John Kennedy Toole’s A Confederacy of Dunces follows the life and adventures of Ignatius J. Reilly as he attempts to understand and reform societal norms. After unintentionally causing trouble with the authorities, Ignatius finds himself in search of stable employment, which leads to amusing interactions and conversations with various members of society. Ignatius J. Reilly struggles to function in modern civilization because he is an old-fashioned, gluttonous
Satire Aides Toole’s Attack on Modern Society Exposing the Follies and Delusions of Humankind The inimitable novel “A Confederacy of Dunces” written by author John Kennedy Toole was not even published until after his suicide. The story in the pages of this novel reveals a hilarious, funny, sidesplitting, yet brilliantly crafted fictional masterpiece. The picaresque novel focuses on the life of the main character Ignatius J. Reilly. The character of Ignatius is a protagonist against the modern age
The Modern Grotesque Hero in John Kennedy Toole's, A Confederacy of Dunces John Kennedy Toole unleashes a compelling criticism of modern society in the principal work he produced in his short lifetime, A Confederacy of Dunces. Using masterfully crafted comedy, Toole actually strengthens his disparaging position on the modern world. Boisterously and unabashedly opinionated, Ignatius Reilly, the principal character of this novel, colors the narrative with a poignant humor that simultaneously evokes
Speech 2009 Hurricane Katrina destroyed New Orleans in 2005. Everyone at Tulane University had an uncertainty if they would be able to regain back their future. It was an obstacle for the students to overcome, but they later on prevailed and attended their graduation. Being a comedian you wouldn’t expect someone to give such a wonderful commencement speech. The guest speaker for the Katrina class of 2009 at Tulane University was Ellen DeGeneres. Ellen gives a speech that not only acknowledges the
contributions to Tulane, started many foundations in his name, and also had a garden named after him. People have forgotten about him and will never learn who Zemurray actually is. Zemurray left a great legacy in New Orleans and in many parts of Louisiana, unfortunately he has been forgotten. Zemurray lived in New Orleans in the 1940s, and he had a grand mansion in Audubon Place near Tulane University and across from the famous Audubon Park. “When Zemurray died, he left it to Tulane. It’s been the
In Fourth grade, my class read one of the most compelling books of my life, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. This book is a heart warming story about a china rabbit doll who makes an astounding journey through the arms of many caretakers. A book written by Kate Dicamillo gives a breathtaking theme of how strong love can be, but also how it can be taken for granted and dragged through the dirt. It demonstrates to young readers that love is not only a romantic item but also a strong connection
rational point of view. In contrast, Archer appears somewhat logical in his argument. The way he structured his argument was to his advantage by balancing emotional and logical to his readers. Such as using his very own experience when he attended Tulane University in the 70’s where there were varying differences in tuition (Archer 403). The readers could easily deduct the the demand and supply situation because of his experience. Arguably, Vedder was far more objective than Archer and appears more open-minded
The Catcher in The Rye is a captivating novel by the author, J.D Salinger. It can be viewed from many perspectives. I have had many thoughts and feelings towards The Catcher in The Rye and the characters in it, by reading the book so far. In my opinion, The Catcher in The Rye is a very confusing book. Although it is very baffling throughout the chapters, the plot has intrigued me into reading more of it with the unpredictable plot twists. New characters have also been introduced that keep affecting
There is Struggle in Success As young adults, there are many things that we are expected to do. Going to college is one of those many things. According to CBS News, in 2011, 94% of American families expect their children to go to college. If you want to obtain a degree and work, college is an obvious choice. However, doing this is not simple. The life of a college student it far from easy. SATs, ACTs, Accuplacers, these are just the beginning of the process for college. Before you even get accepted
have to write reflection paper relating to the charges I have been found responsible for, reflecting on my conduct and how this has affected my experience at UMBC. I also have been put on Residential life probation where any other violation of any university policies and Rules will likely result in the termination of your on-campus housing, this will last until March 18, 2016. I see being on probation being the most serious of the punishments I’ve been issued. On a lighter note, I have to complete a
In the article “ Blue-Collar Brilliance” the author Mike Rose, was obviously arguing that just because some jobs requires less schooling than others, it doesn’t mean that their jobs use less brain, intelligent and less thought process in their profession. To argue his theory Rose told us about his mother, about how when he was younger, he observe his mother as a waitress at a coffee shop and family restaurant. Rose told us how his mother loves her being a waitress and how her job required her to
I am thankful to ACRL's Recruitment & Nominations committee and honored and humbled to stand for election with Lauren Pressley as a candidate for ACRL vice-president/president-elect. ACRL has been my professional home since my initial years as an academic librarian. The landscape of higher education and academic libraries continues to ever evolve as much as technology transforms asynchronous and synchronous learning. Academic libraries and librarians must continue to remain relevant. Highlighting
In “Should Everyone Go to College?” Isabel Sawhill and Stephanie Owen make a strong valid point on whether or not college is for everyone. For many students ready to leave high school, wondering whether they should attend college is an issue that may lay heavy on one teenagers mind. There are a few factors that could be a difficult decision depending on a person’s goal they are working towards. Some students jump right into the workforce after high school. Others may sign up for the military after
Determination Generates Success Many people believe that students that encounter hard lives will commit academic sins. However, many professionals that successfully graduated college while having struggles in their lives, proved otherwise. In fact, Culpepper mentioned in his composition, “The Myth of Inferiority”, students might succeed in any academic institution, even if they experience hard lives (330). Also, he states that students with light loaded routines have the same chances to fail in
accountability of education for all. For those in favor of the expansion of education, free college represents one of the great hopes for a better world. Even in the poorest nations, people believe and support in the funding of the expansion of universities and other higher learning opportunities are wise investments. Being a college student, I disagree with the idea that the U.S. should implement free college for all U.S. citizens. Free college in the United States is an unrealistic dream that cannot
The article I chose to analyze is “Is College for Everyone?” In today’s society, everyone would say that education is the key to success. People would say that a person would not get far without having some form of a degree. In reality, college is just not for everyone. Some people would rather just get a job when they graduate high school. People say that a person might not be able to find a good paying job if a person does not go to college, but in reality there are a lot of jobs out here in
directors at a large university with a well-known athletic program can earn up to $131,000 per year. Most athletic directors receive health benefits for them and their families; they also receive up to four to five weeks of vacation depending on their level and experience. If it is a part time position at an elementary school level, the benefits may be nonexistent or minimal. The three highest paid college athletic directors in the nation, number three Jeremy Foley from the University of Florida who gets
The institution chosen for this organizational scan is my current employer, Central New Mexico Community College (CNM). CNM is a very large 2-year public institution. According to the Carnegie Classification System (2008; 2010), the current student population is 27,999. It is a public urban institution serving multiple campuses. It is exclusively an undergraduate two-year institution, and the undergraduate profile is higher part-time two-year (para. 1). As the associate director of Financial Aid