In this essay I am going to address the issue of American stereotypes about Russians, especially the ones imposed by the American film and media industry, and their impact on intercultural communication. This issue appears to be quite topical , as we live in a multicultural world and the people of many diverse cultures have never been able to communicate so closely as today. Alongside that, however, stands the possibility of ignorance brought about by a lack of understanding and knowledge of other cultures, and that often results in stereotyping, either negative and quite degrading or positive. Based on my own first-hand experience in communication with Americans, mainly via the Internet, unfortunately, I must admit that most of their stereotypes about Russians, more often than not, turn out to be negative and even offensive for Russians. What is even worse, is that they are completely untrue. The American film and media industry quite often tends to portrays the citizens of Russia as enemies, spies or aggressive figh

Friends and fellow citizens: I stand before you tonight, under indictment for the alleged crime of having voted at the last Presidential election, without having a lawful right to vote. It shall be my work this evening to prove to you that I thus voting, I not only committed no crime, but, instead, simply exercise my citizen's right, guarantee to me and all United States citizens by the National Constitution, beyond the power of any State to deny (Anthony 270). A portion of Susan B. Anthony's speech was given after a crucial time in her life when she had been arrested for illegally voting in the 1872 presidential election. Sarah Grimke and Elizabeth Cady Stanton also fought for equal political, marital, economic, and social rights for women in the middle- to- late 1800's. Grimke wrote, The Pastoral Letters of the General Association of Congregationalist Ministers of Massachusetts, in 1837, which states that Scripture gives equal treatment to women and men. Stanton expressed women's ri

We all need the energy to function, and we get this energy from the foods we eat. The most efficient way for cells to harvest energy stored in food is through cellular respiration; which requires a cell to exchange two gases with its surroundings. The cell takes in oxygen in the form of the gas. It then throws away the waste in the form of the gas carbon dioxide. Oxygen present in the air you inhale disperses across the outline of your lungs and into your bloodstream. And the carbon dioxide in your bloodstream diffuses into your lungs and exits when you exhale. Every molecule of carbon dioxide that you exhale was originally formed in one of the mitochondria of your body's cells. (Chapter 6 pg. 91) Let's start with the stage of cellular respiration; glycolysis means "splitting sugars." Glucose, a six-carbon sugar, it is split into two molecules of three-carbon sugar. During the process, two molecules of ATP and two molecules of pyruvic acid and two high-energy electron carrying molecul

"Japan, is like a young woman who thinks too much of herself. She's bound to get herself in trouble"(17). Undying love, devotion and passion are some of the themes you can discover in Gail Tsukiyama's novel, The Samurai's Garden. The coming together of two distinctively different cultures and how the differences caused a great deal of turmoil. This novel contains all sorts of themes but a very common one would definitely be loneliness. All the characters share some type of loneliness in their lives. Throughout the novel Stephen, a young man who is sent away from his family in China due to his disease, Tuberculosis, to live with his grandparents in Japan and be cared for by the servant of the house, Matsu. Stephen says, "I hated to leave my family and friends, even though I hadn't been allowed to see them. I felt lonelier than ever"(4). A few sentences later, he states, "In some ways I can't help thinking my time in Tarumi will be a quiet resembling death." In both quotes, he is showing that he is dreading

Today about four hundred thousand Americans die annually because of the health problem due to smoking. One and a half million people quit smoking a year, but more than fifty millions people continue to smoke. Smoking is one of the most major public health issues in America. The largest population of smokers in the country are college students. Tobacco companies mostly use advertisements that draw college students in. As of October 5, 2012, at least 826 colleges or universities in the U.S. have adopted 100% smoke free campus policies. These policies eliminate smoking in indoor and outdoor areas across the entire campus including residences. Just to name a few in Pennsylvania you have, Keystone College, Lackawanna College, Widener University, and Lehigh Carbon Community College. In the list of campus in Pennsylvania, Northampton Community College is nowhere on the list. Northampton still allows students to smoke in their cars, and in designated spots around their facilities. I purpos

In order to control floods and provide water for irrigation, the Aswan High Dam was constructed across Nile rive by the Egyptian government between 1960 and 1970. There are many significant positive effects since the Aswan High Dam builds. As mentioned in the article "Environmental Evaluation for High Aswan Dam Since its Construction Until Present" (Ahmed, Moustafa and Medhat, 2001), the Aswan High Dam transfer one million cubic meters water for irrigation and protect Egypt from high floods after its constructed. Even though the high Aswan dam increases economy development in the short run, but I think the negative impacts of the Aswan High Dam that affect the environment are more important than its positive sides in the long run. Because the environment issues caused by buil

Whereas someone once claimed, "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder," famous twentieth century poet, Robert Frost, proved it. Regardless of whether it was "The Road Not Taken," "Home Burial," or "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening," it is clear that Robert Frost created beautiful poetry that could be interpreted with various different meanings. What one may understand as terrifying, another could view as calming; just as what one may perceive as disheartening, another could scrutinize as uplifting. With that said, it is evident that one may agree with Lionel Trilling in stating that Robert Frost is a "terrifying" poet while someone else could very well state the complete and utter opposite, and be just as correct. Both Frost's poetry, as well as beauty, is truly in the eye of the beholder. When discussing the dramatic poem entitled, "Home Burial," it is important to question whether or not the husband or the wife in t

The trial of Socrates was one of the most famous trials that shook the world. Socrates was the father of Greek philosophy; He was a debated figure in the city of Athens and was not liked by everyone. It is not easy for our generation to analyze and find the answers to the mystery of Socrates' conviction and execution because today we don't have anything that was written by Socrates. The surviving explanation of his trial and defense, that we learned recently, came from his student and follower, Plato. His presentation of Socrates' case might not be just, it is possible that Plato represented his idol in a favorable light, and didn't give us the more damaging evidence against Socrates. Socrates was charged with not recognizing the gods acknowledged by the state, corrupting the youth, and the invention of new deities. "Apology" is one of the five accounts written by Plato where the main focus is the final speech Socrates gives before his conviction itself. Socrates was supposed to def

There is considerable confusion as to exactly what ADHD is and how it should be treated. Part of the problem is that there is no definitive test to certify that a child has it. And because symptoms are usually fidgeting, loss of concentration, being disruptive and impulsive and making careless mistakes in schoolwork, to not finishing tasks, it's not always easy to distinguish between normal kid behavior and ADHD. I feel that parents are quick to medicate their children. They would rather give them a pill than take the time that is needed to redirect their attention and socialize them. There are some children whose impulsivity and aggressiveness can be extreme and cause them to fall hopelessly behind in school and to become social outcasts; a parent's decision to medicate can be a very hard one to make. On the other hand what about the parents of the countless of other kids who also may also carry the ADHD label but whose behavior is more un

In the days of King Arthur, religion was one of the most important aspects of life. Literature from this period reflects that strong faith and reliance that people had in God. People looked to God for answers, protection, and comfort. To these people, God worked in mysterious ways, so it was not hard for someone to turn away from God. Faith test were given to knights and people of the liking to see if they truly were devoted to God. Such a test is given to Sir Gawain in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." Gawain is a good, faithful knight who is sent on a journey in the name of God. Gawain's faith in God changes from setting to setting, as new challenges are placed before Gawain. God is first mentioned in line 370 when the King gives Gawain God's blessing, and asking that he be "strong in spirit and stout in sinew." Gawain is given a mission to seek out the Green Knight, which he accepts. "But I am bound to bear the blow and must be gone tomorrow to s

The Social influence that is most significant was when growing up as a child; I was exposed to parental substance abuse. By the time I turned ten, my mother was addicted to crack. Before I turned twelve, my mother had a little brother that I had to take care of. As a result, I had to grow up at an early age. I was deprived of my childhood because I had to raise myself as well as my brother. For example, instead of playing hop scotch and double-dutch, I became the responsible child for the environment that I was in. I would direct my brother in the room and close the door because my mother was under the influence, and I did not want my brother to have to endure that. I would ensure that my brother completed his homework. I fed him, instructed him to take a bath, put his night clothes on and then go to bed. This routine became the norms (Myers 2013) for this twelve year old little girl who had a flow chart across her bed room wall marking down what she needed to do. I assumed a lot of re

A culture is a way of life of a group of people through their symbols, norms and beliefs that they accept, generally without thinking. They are passed by communication and imitation from one generation to the next. Humans are also diverse and change when concerns of life spring up that change human cultures. Even though culture is unique and universal to man it however can be variable. Culture is universal all human groups create a design of living that includes either material and non-material culture. Material culture refers to physical objects and resources people use to define their culture that is to say the homes they live in, the cars they drive, their schools, and clothing they wear. On the other hand non-material culture refers to the physical ideas people have, religion , language, and norms. Cultural differences manifest themselves in different ways.

Technology is changing society as much as it's changing the world around us. People are surrounding themselves with all this technology and paying no mind to the world they are living in. Technology is always improving and it's only getting faster. There are positive and negative things that come with technology. The positive things that can be accomplished are that you can communicate with friends and find any type of information on the internet. The negative aspect of technology is that it affects our social well-being. The youth of today is mainly focused on technology that promotes instant gratification, whether cell phones, gaming systems, laptops, or MP3 players (DeLuca). Are these technological advancements a good thing for our society? Technology is more of a negative aspect of our society, it causes individuals to isolate themselves from reality. The advancement of technology has a negative impact on our social interactions because it separates us from the world around us. T

Five A.M. mornings, navy blue scrubs, mental stability became the bases of my junior year. My most zealous intellectual task, so far, has been my experience with the Clinical Rotation Program at Plano West Senior High. This career course selected qualified students to rotate in three major Plano area hospitals as well as many outline medical sites, to be a part of a hands-on learning experience for medical professionals.The amount of opportunities offered through Clinical Rotations did not fall short to the level of dedication required. The ultimate challenge of working in a professional adult world was difficult at times from my teenage point-of-view, yet exploring it has not only allowed me to learn skills of the healthcare field but also has highly matured me for the real world and interpersonal relationships. I believe that my reflection of what true dedication requires has significantly tailored my know

Whether its strays, puppy mill dogs, or neglect cases Adopt-A-Pet is always there to help these animals. The Adopt-A-Pet has been in Fenton since 1978, helping animals in need ("About"). Now Adopt-A-Pet serves more than 800 dogs and cats a year (Stone). Not only do they help animals in need but the educate and help the community by going around to the schools and providing low cost spay and neuter for those who qualify. The only way Adopt-A-Pet can do any of this is due to their volunteers and fosters who are constantly donating their time to help these needy animals. Although Adopt-A-Pet is a great organization they hope that one day they won't be needed, but until then they will always be in need of donations and help from the community. Adopt-A-Pet was founded in 1978 by Judy Neuwirth and Sue Lucas. During that time the Humane Society would euthanize all their animals on one day no matter when they were brought in ("About"). Judy and Sue were allowed to t

Every society needs a leader; every leader has to be reasonable in order to make justice. In Things Fall Apart by Chenua Achebe the society in question is the Igbo. Order and hierarchy characterize the Igbo society. Both concepts are so deeply rooted that their alteration forcibly engenders chaos in society. Okwonko was the leader of the Igbos. For many people, he was considered a feared and reckless leader because of the way he used to manage the situations within the tribe and more specifically with the arrival of the English Christians. On the other hand, one can assume that he was not a bad person, a deep look in his psychological aspect could better explain that everything he did was not on a bad purpose but yes for the good of the people of his village. Okonkwo is a self-made, well-respected member of the Umuofia clan. Though outwardly stern and powerful, much of his life is dictated by internal fear. His greatest, overwhelming worry is that he will become like his father &nda

'Glasgow, 5th March, 1971', by Edwin Morgan, is a modern poem about a shocking crime committed upon 'a young man and his girl' by 'two youths' and witnessed by two expressionless drivers who pass by without turning a hair. The first way in which this poem effectively conveys the incident is the form it takes: very unemotional, clear and 'formal' - almost like a police report. This feeling is emphasized in the title, which is simply a place and date. The title does two things: in the first place it implies some kind of record, not a poem; secondly, it is almost like the first line of the poem and sets the scene so we can vividly imagine the actions that follow. Nowhere in the text does Morgan use poetic or emotive language but even though no emotion is implied in the way that it is written, it evokes strong emotions when read. The poem is laid out very realistically with no hint of omniscience from the author as everything depicted could have been watched sequentially from the s

BlackBerry Messaging. Who knew such a simple term could mean so much in our society today? This invention introduced to the public in 1999 not only spread like rapid fire but created a phenomenon across the world. Some may argue this term, BlackBerry Messaging, is just a reproduction of text messaging, which was first used in 1992 but when one actually compares the two they notice an immense amount of differences. BlackBerry phones have become so popular that their initial audience is no longer just people in the business field. This Smartphone introduced an entire side of communication that nobody knew previously existed. Just as phone calls, text messages, emails, the Internet and voicemails expanded mass media and forms of communication, Blackberries are now allowing all of these ideas to be compiled into one device. With this being said, BlackBerry messaging is a more efficient form of text messaging in which our generation today mistak

In what ways has Roman Catholicism been an example of religious tradition in England? When considering ways in which Roman Catholicism has been an example of religious tradition in England we need to first look at how its position as the established church was overturned in the sixteenth century. We then need to consider ways in which Roman Catholicism continued to be seen in the religious life of the country. We need to look at individual examples of its influence to decide whether they are cases of tradition or dissent or a combination of both. At the beginning of the sixteenth century the predominant religion in England was Roman Catholicism. During the course of the century this position was eventually overturned in favor of Protestantism. The changes began under the reign of Henry VIII when Catherine of Aragon failed to produce a male heir to the throne. Henry wished to marry Anne Boleyn but in order to do this he needed to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, forbid

The food that we ingest will be separated into many biochemical energies giving to different organs in their bodies after digestions. In other words, food will become a part of their bodies, and that determines their bodies' performance. Therefore the quality of food will directly reflect on their health, and that is the thing they should care about the most. Unfortunately, as the rapid development of economy, advanced science, and technology, the pace of people's lives are constantly accelerating. Consequently, people wish everything can be faster and faster just like cell phones, internet, as well as food, so that many of them ignore the importance of eating healthy. As a result, they offer an opportunity for more and more food companies to procure business advantage by producing convenient, low cost, and industrial food, and leave their health behind. As Robert Kenner states in the book Food, Inc. that food industry influences "our health, our environment, our economy, and the right

Every country has its own traditions, and everybody should keep and follow them. Sadly, Americans are losing their true culture; in fact, the culture of America has changed to a culture of money. It has become a culture based on personal wealth and how much a person owns, rather than on maintaining family tradition. In contrast, Iranians have had political issues in the past but have fortunately held on to strong family traditions. Indeed, American culture and Iranian culture are quite different with regard to holding on to traditions. One of the differing points is religion. Americans are losing faith. In fact, technology and a fast-paced world is one of the reasons that they are losing faith. Today, most Americans would rather focus on making money or playing with electronic devices such as cell phones, instead of thinking about God an

There are many different types of humanistic counselling and while they have in common concerns for the conscious and the here-and-now, the differences in technique within the humanistic therapies are vast. For the purpose of this paper, I am going to focus on Carl Rogers, the 'father' of Humanistic Person-Centered therapy (belmonthouse.co.uk), and Gerard Egan, Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and author of "The Skilled Helper". The Person-Centered model was developed by Carl Rogers in the 1950's, and is based on the assumption that the client is seeking help to resolve a problem they are experiencing. This type of counselling offers a non-judgmental relationship between client and counselor, in which the client can explore what they need and want, and how they can achieve their goals. He believed that the client should not be 'lead' but allowed time to deal with what they consider important and to work at their own pace. His counselling model i

There are many differences and distinctions between the "early civilization" and "classical civilization" periods. Some of the distinctions of the classical civilizations include the rise of empires, central government, and conquest of other nations. While the early civilizations, were mainly a period of discovery and new constructions, and agriculture. During the early "river valley" civilization period, people from certain areas were just beginning to come together, and form allegiances and city-states. This was the time of Mesopotamia, Egpyt, and early China. This was when people first started learning about agriculture, and plant and animal domestication. People for the first time had started moving away from hunter-gatherer tribes, and settling down in one area. They had begun farming and raising livestock as a way of life. However, the period of the "classical civilizations" was a period of empires. The Persians, the Greeks, th

"The greed of gain has no time or limit to its capaciousness. It's one object is to produce and consume. It has pity neither for beautiful nature nor for living human beings. It is ruthlessly ready without a moment's hesitation to crush beauty and life." A lot has changed in the money system in the last 10,000 years. Where we use paper money and/or coins, people used to use shells or traded cattle. The cycle in history was simple, if you were a farmer and needed clothing, you gave the seamstress corn or wheat, and the seamstresses then gave it to another person for something he/she needed and so on and so forth. Now money is used as a form or power. If you have a lot of money it is perceived that you have a lot of power or say in what happens with anything. There is a big difference in being greedy and not being greedy. Even though there is a fine line between the two there is. Some believe being greedy is having all the money one could need and still needing more, or wa

Relationships are supposed to be something people treasure and put effort into. Unfortunately that isn't always the case with everybody. Some people do not take them seriously or treat them as important as they should and that is when, in an instant, things can crumble and fall apart. The book Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri is a collection of short stories about people and their relationships in life and love. Just like in some of the stories in the book and in real life many issues plague relationships. Secrecy and infidelity are two of the biggest problems that face people in relationships. One big problem in many relationships is the secrets that partners keep from one another. A secret is something that is kept hidden from others or known only to oneself or a few (secret). Secrets are used as a form of protection. They are either to protect yourself from some kind of embarrassment, or to protect someone else, and those secrets are usually to keep them from getting