Extra Credit

Listed in numerical order are the extra credit assignments I engaged in.


#2) I located a memoir from a police officer that was trapped in superdome away from his family. I choose his story because I was looking for some inspirations which I greatly was, his story showed me how by holding onto hope people can survive even the harshest conditions. This story inspired me to have a positive view on life even when it is hard there is worse conditions out their and no matter what happens we are lucky to be alive.

#3) I choose to do a symbolic reading of some ludicrous lyrics because the in class symbolic reading of Johnny Cash gave me a different perspective on what things actually mean and how we can interpret things in many ways. I learned that even when I might think I know the meaning of a song or piece of literature I might not know the true underlying meaning on what the author wanted his message to be.

#6) I choose to examine to separate texts that were for and against global warming. I did this because with all my research that states global warming exists I wanted to get an opposite point of view so I could make my own beliefs and not just follow what I was told. This exercise made me aware of how information can drastically be spun any way the messenger wants someone to perceive it. When I watch CNN or FOX about the same story I know I must be aware that they both have skewed views in how they present the same story.

#10) for using recycled paper you said that submitting an assignment online would count as this and throughout the semester I submitted numerous ones via email. This was inspirational to me by showing me life doesn’t always have to follow traditional ways of doing things. The professor decided that papers did not have to be in physical form and I can only imagine how much paper and ink will be saved because of this decision. I hope this catches on to more teachers and classes, this could make a big difference.

#11) I sent my blog address to some family and friends. I did this to help raise awareness of the people around me so in turn they can do the same. I was shocked to have my mom tell me she doesn’t believe in global warming. After reading my paper she is reconsidering her point of view but this has taught me how many people have not been properly educated about our environment and the condition that it is in.

#12) For committing a random act of kindness I thought about on thanksgiving when my friends and I decided to give a security guard a plate of food. The security guard was so delighted it placed a smile on my face. I believe in random acts of kindness because those are the ones that can make any one have a good day and once something good happens to someone then that person is more likely to help out others. Seeing the security guard happy reinforced my beliefs.

#14) For being one of the dedicated students who did not skip class I was awarded extra credit. I skipped my fair share of class when I was a freshman but know being a senior I decided it’s a waste not spending time in class. Even if I was not prepared for class it is important to be their and stay current and learn the important information the teacher has to offer since that is the reason I signed up for that class.