Check out the group’s project here: http://severidj.wix.com/inquiry4 Upon receiving the initial inquiry four prompt, my group and I began to brainstorm ways in which we could some how re-create my fellow member Alex’s essay. In order to fulfill the requirements for the assignment, we had …
“For Ladies Only,” Caroline Pepping (2015) — Inquiry 4
Check out Pepping’s website here: http://peppinca.wix.com/forladiesonly In converting my argument concerning feminism from Inquiry 3 to a media form, I decided to use a different rhetorical perspective by creating a satirical website that would mock the way society deals with the oppression of women. By doing …
“The Silence of the Wounded Warrior,” Nick Van Benschoten (2015) — Inquiry 3
Western society has always held women to unbelievable standards, portraying them with supermodel qualities such as a flat stomach, perfect hair, piercing eyes, radiant skin, and, of course, large breasts. In addition, our society also has the mindset that women are weak and vulnerable, incapable …
“Annotated Bibliography – The Status of Gun Control in the US,” Sarah Marcum (2015) — Inquiry 3
Inquiry III Annotated Bibliography “A Factual Look at Guns in America.” American Gun Facts. Vici Media, n.d. Web. 14 Oct. 2014. <http://americangunfacts.com>. This website is an infographic on gun use in America. It addresses how often guns are used for self defense vs. homicides, accidents, …
“The Status of Gun Control in the United States,” Sarah Marcum (2015) — Inquiry 3
Writer’s Reflection: In writing Inquiry III, I imagined that I was writing to the President of the United States, Barack Obama. I imagined I was writing this letter about gun control and gun rights to him because he’s the leader of our country, and …
“The Conflict With ISIS is Affecting All Americans, Including You,” Kevin Powers (2015) — Inquiry 3
Conflicts and wars with terrorists somehow seem to always be in the news. Terrorist groups, such as Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, always seem to be causing exactly what their name implies: terror. The terror of Islamic State in Iraq and Syria reaches billions …
“President Obama’s Public Diplomacy/Foreign Policy and Society’s Wavering Opinions,” Ellie Broaddus (2015) — Inquiry 2
Currently in our country, there are increasing tensions between the United States and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, commonly known as ISIL. Despite our country’s efforts, our nation still faces terrorist threats, and we as a country depend on our Commander-in-Chief, …
“Rhetorical Analysis – ISIS: FOX News v. Al Jazeera,” Jackson Bandy (2015) — Inquiry 2
Today the world is run by politics. Everybody in the world is under control by anything ranging from an established government to a terrorist organization, but not everywhere is the distinction clear. For nearly 20 years America and its allies have been involved in an …
“Race/Off Rhetorical Analysis,” Shawntel Hardy (2015) — Inquiry 2
The Daily Show is one of Comedy Central’s most popular shows. This is in great part due to its host, Jon Stewart. When he was added to the show years ago, he changed the theme to become more political and national news oriented instead …
“Help from Hemingway,” Dylan Hines (2015) — Inquiry 1
Writer’s Reflection: It was very helpful to put myself in the shoes of the reader as I edited my work here. In class we are focusing on making our work more compelling and utilizing our ethos in order to engage our audience. I imagined myself …
“Recognizing Potential,” Nicole Christian (2015) — Inquiry 1
When looking back on your life, it’s easy to tell if you’ve changed. But, more difficult to understand, is what made you change. I am a substantially different writer from my younger self, and I have the unique privilege of knowing the exact event that …
“This Is the End: Sustained Reflection,” Victoria Williams (2014) — Inquiry 5
Dear Victoria Williams, I applaud you. You’ve decently made it through the mandatory K-12 schooling. You’ve made it through the No Child Left Behind Act, public school, private school, AP testing, the ACT, SAT, and what feels like every other standardized test known to man. …
“Looking Back,” Brooke Schoolcraft (2014) — Inquiry 5
In all honesty, English 111 has made a strong impact on me, both personally and as a writer. Before classes started, I was dreading having to take an English class because I knew that I would have to write papers, and writing has never been …
“Semester Reflection,” Nathan G. Burns (2014) — Inquiry 5
Writer’s Reflection Writing this final reflection really gave me a chance to see how I developed and grew as a writer throughout the semester. I was able to go back to reexamine all of the different papers I have written and see my progression between …
“College Survival Guide,” Kirsten Drew (2014) — Inquiry 5
Writer’s Reflection My purpose for this inquiry is to help prepare incoming first years and give them confidence for their first college English class. I believe I have achieved the goal that I set for this inquiry, in helping incoming freshmen. Since I’m speaking of …