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I am a recent graudate from the University of Northern Colorado. I recently earned my bachelors degree in history with an emphasis on secondary education. I completed a minor in sport and exercise science with an emphasis in coaching. To earn my way through

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Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Why the summer solstice is the longest day of the year: 8 of 11
With spring and summer, many natural phenomenons begin to occur. The temperature gets warmer. Plants and animals come out of their winter slumber. Those with allergies become miserable. One of the most noticeable occurrences, however, is that the days become longer and the nights become shorter. The days in the northern hemi... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Should schools be allowed to teach creationism alongside evolution as part of their science curriculum?: 58 of 78
Preamble to the Bill of Rights of the United States of America, 1789: "Congress of the United States begun and held at the City of New-York, on Wednesday the fourth of March, one thousand seven hundred and eighty nine. THE Conventions of a number of the States, having at the time of their adopting the Constitution, expressed... More..
Arts & Humanities > British Literature Book reviews: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, by J.K. Rowling: 36 of 48
*SPOILER ALERT* The release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows brings with it a bitter sweet feeling. To know the fate of the boy wizard is a relief. To know that we will never again be privileged enough to walk the halls of Hogwarts beside Harry Potter, brings a feeling of disappointment. Although the completion of the... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Fall of the Roman empire: 12 of 16
In any society with a representative type of government, the survival of the governmental structure depends upon those that govern to have the best interests of the government itself in mind. When an elected representative starts to act in a way that is in their own best interest and against what is best for the state, the s... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History Causes and effects of the black death in Europe: 9 of 12
Of all the events in medieval history, one of the best known is probably the spread of a horrible disease known as the "Black Plague" or "Black Death." While it is well known that this particular disease had a devastating effect on the population of Europe, it is probably less well known that the disease also carried with it... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips How to avoid blisters on your feet: 10 of 13
One of the most important ways to care for injuries is to prevent them in the first place. One of the most debilitative injuries to any individual competing in a sport or activity that requires large amounts of running or walking is the development of blisters. Blisters are perhaps one of the more common types of running or ... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Treating shin splints: 10 of 13
Anyone who walks or runs regularly for exercise has most likely experienced shin splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome). This term is a catchall that usually refers to any type of pain that is felt on the front part of the lower leg. The exact mechanism that causes this injury is still unknown, but medical professionals hav... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History European history: Barbarian invasions of the early medieval period: 4 of 5
The barbarian invasions of the early medieval period are also known as the Germanic infiltration of European society. Beginning in the waning days of the Roman Empire, the mass migrations of Germanic language speaking peoples began. Forced out of their homeland by climatic shifts which led to uninhabitable living conditions,... More..
Education > High School Humanities Liberal arts education in the USA: 4 of 5
Liberal arts education in the USA is something that I believe has been neglected in recent years. As more emphasis is being placed on subjects such as reading, writing, math, and science, subjects like art, music, drama, and the social sciences are being neglected in the secondary classroom. Many people in the modern age bel... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running Running program to build speed: 9 of 11
When I was young my favorite pastime was running. Playing tag, playing chase, running footraces, it was all about going fast. My need for speed transitioned into a wonderful high school track and field career. I broke multiple school records and qualified for the state track meet in various sprint events for all four years o... More..