Miami-Dade County Essays

  • Florida International University Case Study

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    Florida International University is a public school that is located in Miami, Florida. FIU has a population of 41,038 students, also the majority of the students are Cuban or Cuban decedents. The area on which the university was constructed was an abandoned air field. It is also one of the top 10 largest universities in the United States of America. When attending FIU one should consider the admission criteria, tuition, and academic majors. Also, it is important to have academic support, understand

  • Flood Hazards In Miami

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    The effect of sea level rising is especially challenging for the population that lives in low-lying coastal communities, such as Miami Beach. The city is surrounded by sea. Miami Beach is linked to the mainland city of Miami through causeways, and it is an area that allocates much of the wealth from its art decoration and former celebrity playground standing. For them, funding does not seem to be a problem. However, the threat

  • Domestic Violence In The Case Of Zimmerman's Case

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    Apart from the 2012 Martin shooting, Zimmerman has had other encounters with the law, including two incidents in 2005, five incidents in 2013 and other incidents in following years. When Zimmerman was 21, he was arrested after shoving an undercover alcohol-control agent while a friend of Zimmerman 's was being arrested for underage drinking in July 2005. Also in 2005, Zimmerman 's ex-fiancée filed a restraining order against him, alleging domestic violence. On September 9, 2013, in Lake Mary, police

  • Personal Narrative Essay: A Typical Sunday Day At My House

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    A typical Sunday morning at my house is a little less sleep and a lot more work. It 's early when my eyes open. The first thing she tells me is, “Mija, I want you to go to the kitchen as soon as you get your clothes on.” Not even a “Good Morning.” The market’s over at the Redlands and there 's a lot of traffic at that time. It usually takes me a bit to get up. There 's a whole routine to it; she 'd yell at me so I 'm up, make me take a shower, and have me go feed and take out the dogs. I don 't even

  • Narrative Essay About My Family

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    through interactions with friends and life experiences that the dynamic in my household were not the same as others. My families background, schooling, and status are unique and have made me the person I am today. First off, although I was born here in Miami, Florida my background is made up of mostly Cuban, and a hint of Italian. My grandparents came to this country in search for a better life for them and their children. With a huge amount of faith, a sacrifice they successfully made it to Hialeah, Florida

  • An Essay On Burmese Pythons

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    Burmese pythons (Python molurus) are popular pets in the United States because of their attractive color pattern, reputed docility, and the allure, for some, of owning a giant snake. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, approximately 99,000 Burmese pythons were imported to the United States between 1996 and 2006, compared to only 17,000 between 1970 and 1995. The species is classified by the World Conservation Union as “near threatened” in its native range in Southeast Asia due to exportation

  • The Miami Herald IMC Plan

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    The Miami Herald IMC Plan 1. The IMC Mission 1 2. The IMC Objectives 1 3. The Situation Analysis 2 4. Budget 3 THE PRODUCT 1. Seasonality 5 2. Purchase Cycle 6 TARGET MARKET 6 ADVERTISING 1. Objectives 7 2. Strategy 7 SALES PROMOTIONS 1. Product 12 2. Pricing 12 3. Distribution 12 PERSONAL SELLING 1. Objectives 13 2. Selling strategy 13 PUBLIC RELATIONS 1. Objectives 15 2. Strategies

  • Hurricane Andrew

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    system. A little larger system, or one making landfall just a few nautical miles further to the north, would have been catastrophic for heavily populated, highly commercialized and no less vulnerable areas to the north. That area includes downtown Miami, Miami Beach, Key Biscayne and Fort Lauderdale. Andrew also left the highly vulnerable New Orleans region relatively unscathed. Andrew moved nearly due westward when over land and crossed the extreme southern portion of the Florida peninsula in about

  • Miami is a Commuter’s Nightmare

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    Miami: A Commuter’s Nightmare Several surveys have shown the city of Miami to be one of the least preferable cities in which to drive. Every morning there is an exodus of Biblical proportions, as thousands or cars tightly pack into highways six lanes wide. More discouraging about driving in Miami is the mind-numbingly slow pace with which traffic moves. Moreover, bumper-to-bumper traffic causes many minimal damage accidents that ironically have larger, more negative, effects on traffic congestion

  • House Of Vizcaya

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    Vizcaya Museum and Gardens: Preserved with Style By Monalisa Gangopadhyay Welcome to the wonders of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Miami. Like a sparkling diamond in an enchanting ring setting, the spectacular mansion of Vizcaya is anchored by 10 acres of elaborate Italian Renaissance formal gardens. Built in 1916 by industrialist and socialite James Deering, the founder of International Harvester, the lavish estate was once used as a winter retreat by him and his family. Reflecting the excesses of

  • Essay On Creating A Social Program

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    organization is very important because it is best to try and target an area that is in need of the services. After some careful research the demographic area that I have chosen to place this organization is Miami, Florida. I have chosen this particular area because homelessness is a steadily growing problem in Miami Florida, this is mainly due to lack of affordable housing. Also, there is a shortage in the job market so there are many individuals and families... ... middle of paper ... ...l is done, every

  • Resolving a Shortage of City Police Officers

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    Shortage of City of Miami Police Officers Over the past few years, the nation has faced a "crisis" with the shortage of police officers (Axtman, 2006). It is well known that crime rates increase with the decrease in the number of police officers. Researchers have looked for the cause of such a decline and have identified low pay as a major reason for the deficiency. Problem Recent protests by City of Miami Police Officers have captured the attention of Miami-Dade County. Protesters are complaining

  • Hurricane Andrew: Storm of the Century

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    Imagine that a family is sitting at home watching a calm game of baseball, when suddenly they realize that a massive wall of water is approaching the neighborhood. Where did this flash flood come from, a reader might ask? The wall of water was made by the raging winds and immense power of Hurricane Andrew. Hurricane Andrew was the second most expensive storm in history that destroyed over 250,000 homes in the states of Florida and Louisiana alone. Hurricane Andrew was not predicted to make landfall

  • invasive species in florida

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    Invasive Species in Florida Should exotic snakes or other large reptiles be allowed as pets in Florida? Right now these escaped/released feral reptiles create an estimated $120 billion in environmental damage each year according to David Steen on Slates Animal Blog. Exotic snakes such as the python, boa constrictors and anaconda as well as the Monitor and Tegu lizard are taking over central and southern Florida and pose an extreme threat to the eco- system and to the families that are residing there

  • Miami Building Department

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    According to www.miamigov.com, the City of Miami Building Department is responsible for overseeing the development of infrastructure within the City of Miami through the enforcement of state and county developed codes and regulations in order to ensure that new and existing structures are constructed and maintained properly. The Building Department issues building permits, performs inspections of current construction, and investigates complaints regarding the safety of existing structures. This organization

  • Hurricane Andrew

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    Hurricane Andrew Synoptic description of the disaster : On August 24th, 1992 in the state of Florida, complete destruction was the end result of Hurricane Andrew. A Hurricane that began in the Atlantic ocean at 20mph. That is almost twice the strength that normal hurricanes begin at. The peak strength of Hurricane Andrew was so strong that devices were not able to measure the winds. An approximation of the force of the winds was said to be up to 200mph. Andrew destroyed about 28,000 homes,

  • Soike Heels

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    Spike Heels The play spike heels was written by Theresa Rebeck and directed by Deborah Mello. I viewed the play spike heels at the Miami Dade Community College Kendall campus auditorium. The play consisted of four characters; there were two males Andrew and Edward and two females Lydia and Georgie. The role of Andrew was performed by Arnaldo Carmouze and the role of Edward was played by Sheaun Mckinney. The part of Georgie was beautifully played by Natalie Morales and Lydia witch was performed

  • Assignment 1: Brutalism Architecture

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    Adoness Hall 3/3/2014 ARC 2201 Dr. Culver Paper Assignment Two “An Examination” Feeling the Miami breeze embrace my skin as, I sit down in the brown leather concourse benches, relaxing in Miami Dade College’s building one. Building one, architecturally speaking is considered to be associated with brutalism architecture. Brutalism is a geometric style that is massive and blocky in appearance. Usually it contains an extreme amount of poured concrete. The style was more notable in the mid-1970s

  • Miami Museum Controversy

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    revolved around naming rights at the former Miami Museum of Art. In 2011, the Miami Museum of Art was going through a capital campaign, when Jorge M. Pérez, a board member of the museum, took charge and was the first to support the museum’s capital campaign by contributing 35 million dollars, 20 million dollars in capital and 15 million dollars worth of artwork. In return, the Miami Museum of Art renamed the museum in his honor to the Pérez Art Museum Miami. The renaming has an “in perpetuity” clause

  • Personal Essay: Miami As A Summer Vacation

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    atmosphere Miami, Florida is the place you want to go!! It does not matter if you are planning a romantic trip with your significant other or family get away Miami can accommodate all your need. There are several reasons why you choose Miami as your summer vacation spot but I only need to discuss three major point to help you make your choose and they are awesome weather, the breathtaking beaches and the range of entertainment and activities you can partake in all day and night! Miami