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I will have a B.A. in English with a concentration in Women and Gender Studies in August of this year. I'm looking to find a job in publishing/editing (or pretty much anything at this point). I have a website (www.paperbuddy.weebly.com). Check it out. I have

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Jobs & Careers > Starting Out Is it ethical to use a company computer to job hunt?: 1 of 4
Is it ethical? No. Does it happen? All the time. Employees check their mail, their FACEBOOK, and all other things besides doing work on their computer. It's true you don't want to work there anymore, but looking for a new job at your current one is disrespectful. If you've already been using your current boss's computer to l... More..
Arts & Humanities > British Authors Is J.K. Rowling turning the Harry Potter series into dark literature rather than youth literature?: 10 of 36
Just having finished my Senior English Seminar on children's literature, this question displays an unfortunate ideology that we as a society hold. We feel that children are "innocent" and should be protected from the evils of the world. Since so many of us hold this ideology, it seems absurd that Harry Potter's dark premise ... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Can insulting words like "fag" ever be used in a way that is not negative?: 4 of 11
This is not an exclusive, 'yes'. It's the equivalent of the n-word for African Americans. 'Fag' has become an insult used to target anyone of any sexual orientation. It uses the idea of homosexuality as an insult because the idea is that no one would want to be viewed as a homosexual. "That's so gay" has replaced the previou... More..
Relationships & Family > Gay & Lesbian Issues Should gay public figures stay in the closet?: 2 of 5
The decision to come out is of the sole discretion of the individual. But suggesting that those who are ready and willing to come out should stay in the closet is hypocritical. No matter what side of the debate you're on - choice or not, marriage or not, sinful or not - suggesting a person should deny a part of his- or herse... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Should students be required to use real books in research papers?: 3 of 7
Using books for research is where online research came from. It is important for students to understand print research as well as internet research. As much as people would like to think that books and newspapers are going to become obsolete, the truth is that they will be around for a long time - and it will always be a par... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Issues Is communication the key to overcoming obstacles?: 15 of 32
There are going to be arguments in any relationship, friendship or otherwise. One of the most important and useful ways to avoid this is communication. As much as it is made fun of in movies and television (and how funny it can be), in real life communicating is the only way to get across what you are thinking and how you ar... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Engagements & Proposals Should you give an answer to a marriage proposal immediately?: 4 of 8
I suppose if you are caught completely off guard - you have never thought about marriage with this partner, have never discussed it with him or her, and have never been asked about it - then it might be reasonable to reply with, "I'm going to need a little time." But these answers most likely mean "I'm not sure" which transl... More..
Entertainment > TV Networks & Industry Will people really tune in to the new 24/7 Bridal Network?: 1 of 1
Women often tell stories about how they would plan out their wedding over and over when they were little girls (and even up until they are actually married). Our society places much importance on marriage, and we often say that the wedding day is all about the bride. The wedding industry brings in billions of dollars every y... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Military (Other) Should the military age be raised to 21?: 8 of 15
The concept is appealing: citizens can't drink until they are 21, many adults believe that 18 is still young and foolish decisions are likely to be made. But instead of raising the military age, why not lower the drinking age. I understand that lowering it can cause many problems, but it has become such a taboo thing in our ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Is perpetuating the myth of Santa Claus good for children?: 8 of 15
Santa Claus has no practical use. The only possible argument might be that he stimulates the imagination of children. But there are so many other things out there that can do that - and that don't perpetuate a lie. While I was very thankful for the gifts I received as a child and was excited for Christmas to come every year,... More..