Articles written by Joan Huston - Page 2

What is Helium

About me - Joan Huston

Joan Huston is a city planner in a small Borough in Pennsylvania. She is starting out in her chosen career after obtaining a Master's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She became interested in writing as a freshman

+ more bio information

RSS Feed

Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Women's bodies represented as objects of beauty: 2 of 11
Throughout history women's bodies have been seen by societies as objects of beauty. This has been done through many art forms including music, dance, literature, painting and sculpture. Women's bodies were, and still are in the most part, loved for their frailty, curvaceousness, and their sensuality. Men worked women in to al... More..
Home & Garden > Architecture Modern homes have grown too large: Agree or disagree: 7 of 38
It is an undeniable fact that the average house size in the United States has been growing exponentially since the 1950's. The typical newly constructed single family home in America is more than double the size of houses constructed fifty years ago. According to National Public Radio, the average house built in 1950 was on... More..
Home & Garden > Real Estate (Other) Qualities to look for in a neighborhood: 16 of 81
The ideal neighborhood differs from person to person; however, there are more than a few qualities that the majority of people find desirable when looking for a new place to live. Before you commit to buying a house or signing a new lease, be sure to examine the neighborhood with the following features in mind: Aesthetics, pr... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators How American schools fail our children: 4 of 20
When a large number of American students are failing courses at public schools, it is time for a fundamental change to occur in the education system. Receiving failing grades is devastating and discouraging to students and can often cause problems between the student and his or her parents. We are failing our children when ad... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Sexting: Should teens face criminal charges for sending X-rated photos on their cells?: 2 of 10
The issue of sexting by teens has swiftly brought about furious debate in communities that have been confronted with the new trend. Most often, these x-rated photos sent via text messages are found when school officials confiscate personal cellular phones which are being used on school grounds. School administrations have b... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Should state law be amended so that municipal governments have more control over Board of Education budgets?: 1 of 5
State law should be amended to give municipal governments more control over the budgets of the various Boards of Education. As tax season rolls around every year, it becomes painfully evident to homeowners that education does not come cheap. An increasing percent of our property taxes goes to funding the many local education ... More..
Education > College Life How to prepare healthy meals for cheap at college: 4 of 17
It is commonly known and expected that the average first year college student will pack on more than a few pounds in their first two semesters. Eating healthy while in college is a challenge due to the stressful and fast paced lifestyle that most students lead. The ability to keep a balanced diet is compounded further by the ... More..
Food & Drink > Dining & Restaurants (Other) Five tips on saving at restaurants: 8 of 30
Eating out at a restaurant can make for a fun evening or date night, but the price tag that comes at the end of the meal can be quite a shock to some diners. There are more than a few ways to have a fun night out without spending an exorbitant amount of money. The following are a few tips that can make dining out easier on yo... More..
Education > College Life College dorm room etiquette tips: 3 of 11
Living with a new roommate in college is a big adjustment for a college freshman or a seasoned college student. The fundamentals of basic etiquette go a long way in fostering an easygoing atmosphere of respect and harmony between you and your new roommate. For many students, the following tips may seem like common sense; howe... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Wine: Gift advice: 3 of 10
There are few things that make a better host or hostess gift than a bottle of wine. Wine is a wonderful present that can be saved for a special occasion or opened on the spot to enjoy with the gift giver. A well-picked wine can go with any meal or elicit excitement and appreciation by those that receive it as a gift. After wo... More..