Santa Clara, California Essays

  • Argumentative Essay: Levi's Stadium

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    Levi’s stadium is the home of the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara California. The construction for the Levi’s stadium was initiated in April 2012 and was completed by July 2014. The San Francisco 49ers previously played at the Candlestick Park, which was located approximately 30 minutes north of the Levi’s stadium. Ever since the year 1971 the San Francisco 49ers have played at the Candlestick Park. This park was closed in August of 2014 after the completion of the new stadium making the Levi’s

  • William Bowers Bourn II

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    William Bowers Bourn II was born on May 31, 1857 in San Francisco, California. His father, William Bowers Bourn I was a successful Massachusetts merchant who brought his wife, Sarah Esther Bourn, west to San Francisco in search of wealth. It was not long after their arrival in 1850 until he established himself in the financial world of San Francisco. His investments included a commercial banking business, mining stock and the San Francisco Gas Company. William developed a special interest in mining

  • San Carlos Borromeo Mission Essay

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    Desiree Leal Andrea Johnson April 9,2015 San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission Mission of San Carlos Borromeo Del Rio Carmelo more commonly know as the Carmel Mission is apart of California’s remarkable chain of 21 missions. This exceptional landmark shows 244 years of historical significance through its architecture, museums, and exhibitions that hold many scared preserved artifacts. San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission is the second mission that was founded by Father Junipero Serra on

  • Ethical Dilemma in Workplace Friendship: A Case Study

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    Our team chose to discuss a case written by Krista Barbrey. We will utilize resources set forth in the ethical decision-making process presented in our text, Corporate Social Responsibility: An Ethical Approach, by Mark Schwartz, and in the Santa Clara University website. Krista works at the City of Pine as a supervisor. Krista’s department is housed in a location with other departments and their supervisors. Employee time & attendance is solely based upon the honor system. Krista has a friend

  • Essay On Being A Hero Or Villain

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    Che Hero or Villain Essay Che was a hero. Many people debate whether or not Che was a hero or villain, but it seems to come down to more people viewing him as a hero. Yes, before Che left to Cuba, he had a very rough background of jail time and criminal charges. Yet he did many outstanding acts, making him appear to be a caring-respectful hero. Che became a doctor at an early age and already was on the track of being a hero by saving and taking care of many people’s lives. Being a doctor is

  • Instagram

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    paper ... ...afe for underage users | Digital Trends. Retrieved January 19, 2014, from http://www.digitaltrends.com/socia l-media/keep-our-underage-children-safe-instagram-concerned-parents/ References Babb, Alexis, Amanda (2013, February). Santa Clara University - Global Jesuit Dialog on Business Ethics. Retrieved January 19, 2014, from http://www.scu.edu/ethics-center/ ethicsblog/globaldialog.cfm?b=180&c=15267 Harris, S. (2013, October 15). 8 Surprising New Instagram Statistics to Get the Most

  • Mission Santa Barbara Essay

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    Avi Mittal Mission Santa Barbara Have you ever wondered what makes Mission Santa Barbara important and what are its interesting attributes? This mission is located in Santa Barbara, California. The mission’s nickname is “ The Queen of the Missions” since it was built on a hill overlooking the town of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean. All of the missions in California were built to spread Catholicism to the Native American Indians. In addition to this

  • California Dreaming

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    California is the state that is notable for celebrities, consistent sunny weather, lavishly tasting restaurants, overpriced closet apartments, and dazzling cities full of charismatic gurus. Additionally, there's an eminent array of hipster communities that are striving to be different with attempts of transcending new ways to be outgoing. The liveliness of Californians usually comprises of wannabe musicians, actors, artistic exhibitionist, and other infamous people who are dying for their fifteen

  • History and Overview of the Carrillo Adobe

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    In the town of Santa Rosa California, in the county of Sonoma sits a very run down structure in need of either reconstruction or preservation of the remaining structure. Whether they reconstruct the structure or not, it is a prime example of a structure to be added to the National Register of Historic Places. This building is called the Carrillo Adobe and was owned by a woman by the name of Maria Ygnacia de Carrillo. However the site and part of the structure was constructed before Maria Carrillo

  • Historic Places: The Carillo Adobe

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    associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. The Carrillo Adobe falls into this category for many reasons, not only was it the first structure built in the town of Santa Rosa, but it was part of the large migration to California of Californios. The Spanish and Mexican presence has helped to shape the Western Portion of the United States in a great way, and Maria Carrillo, her children, and family were only a small portion of that. The second criteria

  • Bowers Museum Essay

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    Instructor: Steven R. James April 23, 2014 INTRODUCTION The Bowers Museum is located in the heart of Downtown Santa Ana at 2002 N. Main Street. The mission of the museum is to “enrich lives through the worlds finest arts and cultures.” It is named after Orange County land developer Charles Bowers, who donated the land after his death. The museum was founded in 1936 by the city of Santa Ana. The mission style building and surrounding accommodations have expanded six times the original size to nearly

  • Research Paper On Santa Pier

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    Santa Monica Pier Santa Monica is one of the most famous places in Los Angeles. It’s a place of attraction for most tourists. The Santa Monica pier is amusing you can enjoy the view, shops, and restaurants. Santa Monica pier was constructed in 1908-1909, which was the first pier on the west cost. Santa Monica had several piers joined together over the years; however, the present Santa Monica Pier is actually two adjoining piers together. The pier is known for it’s diverse activities. It has artists

  • Pursuing A Degree In The Entertainment Industry

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    Right after my high school graduation, I went back to California to start my journey in the entertainment industry. After completing the Audio Engineering program at Musicians Institute in 2009, I felt that I needed more knowledge in order to be successful. I researched ways to combine my entertainment knowledge and business techniques I was lacking. Soon enough, I was taking business classes at Santa Monica College in Santa Monica CA. After a few radical changes in my life, I was getting

  • Carrillo Adobe Essay

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    Title- Adobe of Maria Ygnacia de Carrillo In Santa Rosa California stands the Adobe of Maria Ygnacia de Carrillo, known by many citizens of Sonoma County as the Carrillo Adobe. In the years of 1837-1838 a woman by the name of Maria Ygnacia de Carrillo built her home in what would become Santa Rosa, California. The foundation of her home was laid by Franciscan monks years earlier when they wished to build the 22nd mission in California, however they moved on to other sites in the surrounding area

  • Charles M. Schulz

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    Hills Cementary in Sebastopol, California. Charles M. Schulz was the creator of the well-known comic strip, "Peanuts" and many other comics. "Peanuts" is still very popular to this day. During the holidays, T.V. specials are still shown on T.V. and reruns of comic strips are still printed in newspapers, both daily and Sunday. Many people go to Snoopy's Ice Arena and visit the museum dedicated to Charles M. Schulz. Statues of "Peanuts" characters were placed all around Santa Rosa. Despite his absence

  • Sunny Southern California

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    California, I have found it, according to their state motto. A land plentiful in beauty. The north houses massive fields, ideal for harvesting the fruit of the vine. The middle of the state contains a massive hub for immigrants, a bridge made of gold, and buildings widespread. Down south there is an odd combination of Hollywood stars that own ten million dollar houses, while at the same time, only 80 miles south lies an area with a large Hispanic influence. Imagine multiple cultures encapsulated

  • Mission Santa Ines

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    My report is on Mission Santa Ines which is 35 miles north of Santa Barbara among the rolling hills near the Santa Ynez River. The mission was established September 17, 1804 by Father Estevan Tapis as the 19th mission along El Camino Real. In the early 1700's, the country of Spain sent many explorers to the western world to claim land and find riches. When California was founded by several Spanish explorers, like Cabrillo, and De Anza, Spain decided to send missionaries to build missions. There

  • meow

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    On the summer afternoon after graduation, I sat on my bed listening to Nirvana on vinyl, fresh and green at 18. I looked around at the room that had come to define the last years of my childhood. Pictures I had torn from magazines and books were pasted together in a huge collage that masked the white walls of my bedroom. An organized barrage of lyrics, articles, photographs and drawings had come to occupy those once stark divisions. It was beautiful, because it was just like me. A methodical madness

  • Marilyn Monroe

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    rough life and what she did to handle them. Marilyn Monroe, AKA Norma Jean Mortenson/Baker, was born at Los Angeles General Hospital at 9:39 am on June 1st, 1926. The hospital in which she was born is now the County University of Southern California Medical Center. Marilyn was born an illegitimate child whose father (Edward Mortenson) had deserted her mother (Gladys Baker). However, her real father was Stanley Gifford who left Gladys when he found out she was pregnant. Her mother worked

  • Costa Mesa Newcomers Guide

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    easy access to nearby Irvine and Anaheim, and only 37 miles for Los Angeles and less than 90 miles to San Diego – great for commuting to employment centers, shopping, entertainment, recreation and cultural attractions. Costa Mesa’s proximity to the Santa Ana River made it historically important to earlier settlers and cattle ranchers. Today, that same advantageous location makes Costa Mesa a major player in Orange County, attracting businesses and visitors. It is celebrated as “The City of the Arts