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I am a Adjunct Professor of Sociology at a state university. Currently, I am teaching Introduction to Sociology and two Social Problems classes. In the Spring, I will be teaching three Social Problems classes.

I have always loved research and writing. Case

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Sciences > Sciences (Other) Can we separate science from ideology?: 10 of 22
Every decision we make as scientists are influenced by our ideologies. In every step of the research process, we are faced with choices. Despite our theories being well-grounded in the findings of our predecessors and efforts we make to maintain objectivity, our own ideologies influence the research question itself, our oper... More..
Personal Finance > Life Insurance How to buy life insurance online: 6 of 12
TIPS FOR BUYING LIFE INSURANCE ONLINE Perhaps you already have an insurance policy with a company that offers life insurance as well. It is sensible to stay with the same company, right? Not necessarily. Before committing to a life insurance policy, consider the Internet's value as a resource for researching, comparing, and ... More..
Computers & Technology > Online Shopping & Trade When there's time left and you're the high bidder on eBay: 3 of 6
I cannot describe the feeling that I feel when I am the highest bidder on an auction that is about to end. Is it pride, elation or joy, or is it excitement? It is probably a combination of these emotions, but whatever the reason, it is an exhilarating experience. Suddenly, though, my emotions can plummet to the other side of... More..
Education > Graduate Studies Graduate school: Admission advice: 2 of 4
As long as post-industrial societies continue to experience an increase in jobs in the tertiary job sector and a decrease in jobs in the primary or secondary job sectors, higher education will be advantageous for anyone willing to invest the time, money, and effort. Having a masters degree or a PhD is not just to say you hav... More..
Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements An overview of the newest diet drugs: 8 of 15
Currently, there are hundreds of diet pills on the market, but very few diet drugs. A pill is an over-the-counter supplement or stimulant. In the United States, pills do not require FDA approval. In contrast to a pill, a drug is manufactured specifically to be prescribed by a physician and must be FDA approved if it is to be... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why you should avoid gifts and toys that say "Assembly required": 9 of 16
Less than an hour opening gifts and the rest of the day putting them together...you probably know this scenario well. The words "Assembly Required" on the box of a gift you selected for someone in your family means you better break out the tools and expect to spend some time putting it together. First of all, you have to get... More..
Education > Education (Other) Are our schools preparing our children for the future?: 53 of 94
Have students ever truly been prepared for the future by schools? True, the teachers fill their minds with facts and formulas, but how much of this is retained? Even a bigger question is how much of the information is valuable, practical knowledge that students can use? There is abundant evidence that students are not prepar... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies & Asthma (Other) Tips for relieving sinus pressure: 8 of 14
Sinus pressure is something many of us deal with over and over again throughout our lives. As I write this, I am coping with the sensation of being struck in the cheekbone when I have not been. It is sinus pressure. Unfortunately, I have been cursed with reoccurring sinus problems for which I have already undergone surgery. ... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate A guide to renting out your second home: What you need to know when renting by yourself: 3 of 5
Renting out your second home can be a great opportunity to increase your income, particularly if you do it on your own. Whether you want to make a career out of it or just make a little extra money, this guide will help you get started. 1. Check the zoning regulations for your area and any overseeing authorities for the area... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Dealing with the loss of a mother: 29 of 48
This January will be the 20th anniversary of my mother's death. The pain has subsided but the scars remain. I was thirteen when she passed away and I recall it like it was yesterday. Part of this tragic experience began before I even realized it had. Only a few weeks before her death, I had a vivid dream of her floating outs... More..