Visual Analysis
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Fernando's post has nothing to do with Selena, but it has a lot to do with his family. For his community profile, Fernando chose to research the struggles and accomplishments of Cesar Chavez's union. His parents were right in the middle of it. They still are.
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For her research project, Dixie chose to write about the slow progress our society has shown to accept gays and lesbians. Her paper includes interviews and anecdotes with two people close to her. Dixie makes the argument for acceptance.
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Edith wrote her research paper on birth control. Before she went to the college databases, she found someone with important knowledge. Her grandmother raised 15 children. Edith's investigation led her to places she wouldn't find online.
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This semester Jesus was asked to write a profile of an interesting person in his community. He didn't have to go very far. His uncle from Michoacán had a lot to share with Jesus. He told stories of his life, land, and culture. Above all this, Jesus learned about his attitude. Down in Michoacán, they…
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When Amber began researching her paper about cancer treatment, she felt tremendous emotion deep inside – her friend Jessica had recently died from the disease. It was a devastating time, considering Amber believes Jessica did not receive the effective and/or appropriate treatment that could have saved her life. Amber questions the profit-making motives of the…
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In Marina's research paper about depression, she detailed the tragic fall of movie star Heath Ledger, but here, she provides critical analysis of an image that we may all be able to identify with. It's living with depression on a day-by-day basis. It's like we are all actors in the saddest story. .
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In her mental health research paper, Cecilia wrote of the inner turmoil of artist/genius Vincent Van Gogh. In his mid-thirties, Vincent swayed back and forth between boundless energy and crippling lethargy. When he was on, there may have been no one better. In her essay, Cecilia was able to describe the brilliance of his masterpiece Starry…
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In her visual analysis of a post-partum depression poster, Isabel sheds light on a disturbing condition that most people avoid talking about because of fear and confusion. After giving birth, a mother’s confidence and mental wellness can begin to spiral downward and out of control. Many young mothers begin having irrational and scary thoughts that…
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In her research, Liliana has come to discover that depression is disease that not only effects the individual but also effects us all. Here she discusses the importance of community support. We need to lose the stigma associated with mental illness. We should all learn how to discuss depression in a safe and meaningful way.
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Maribel explored various eating disorders in her mental health research paper. She explained losing weight and increasing negative thoughts often goes hand in hand.