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Hi, I'm Derek. I attend the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I'm currently studying to become an electrical engineer. Someday I would like to work with alternative energy.

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Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Curtis, by 50 Cent: 13 of 15
The most anticipated album of the summer is Curtis by 50 Cent. It would've come out June 26, but got moved back to September 4 because 50 Cent felt the whole world should get it at the same time. He planned on naming the album "Before I Self Destruct," claiming in an interview that "it might happen." Four singles from the al... More..
Relationships & Family > The Single Life Is fear keeping you single?: 44 of 49
The Key to Sanity for Guys with Chronic Singleness: The Amazing Paradox I'm writing this from a teenage guy's point of view. I wrote this back when I was one of the many wimpy, chronic single guys. I finally stepped up and now I'm dating the greatest girl in the world. If you have ever found yourself in the following situati... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Death Penalty Is the death penalty an effective crime deterrent?: 107 of 119
In no possible way will the death penalty ever be an effective crime deterrent in the United States. We don't kill many, and when we do it is only for murder. The death penalty is only for murderers. How will a punishment for killers deter someone from robbing a gas station or dealing drugs? How will it stop pedophiles and r... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Should a woman have the right to choose abortion?: 385 of 428
Who should have the right to decide whether or not a woman has a baby? Should it be the Republicans? They are messengers from God, I mean Bush has said so himself. They're extremely smart. What other party could have given us a president who would waste billions of dollars on a program called "star wars"? Last, but certainly... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Best hip-hop albums of 2007: 9 of 9
The best hip-hop album that's been released in 2007 is without a doubt Timbaland's "Shock Value." This album has a little bit of everything. Not to mention how he gives JT a great new sound. Timbaland is really the greatest hip-hop producer today, and this new album proves it. I mean, he basically made Nelly Furtado the star... More..
Entertainment > Musicians & Bands Artist profile: Jay-Z: 6 of 6
Jay-Z is a true rags to riches story. His real name is Shawn Corey Carter. He grew up in the housing projects of Brooklyn. He was abandoned by his father Adnes Reeves at the age of twelve. twelve years old. He attended various high schools throughout New York but did not graduate due to his getting caught up in selling drugs... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: The Black Album, by Jay-Z: 6 of 6
The Black Album, released in November 2003 is, without a doubt, Jay-Z's best album. Although some criticize the pop-like sound, you can't deny the powerful lyrics and entertainment value of his songs. This album has produced his most classic songs loved by so many. It deservingly hit #1 on the Billboard 200. The most famous ... More..
Entertainment > Album Reviews Album reviews: Ghetto Story, by Cham: 2 of 2
Let's just say that Baby Cham has grown up. He's the guy for you if you're into a reggae music with a hip-hop beat. This is a great dance hall album with a great sound to dance to. If you're into lyrics, this is not the album for you. It's not that the lyrics aren't great, they are. You just have to be great at deciphering t... More..