This assignment allows you to think about what you already know about environment and ecosystem management and to reflect on your expectations for and interest in this course.   Please write a brief 2-paragraph paper addressing the following points:   Think about previous science courses you have taken. Briefly describe one concept or principle you […]

Question 1Which of the following does not correctly pair the ecosystem with a service it provides?   Question options:    forests – absorb carbon dioxide    coasts – provide a buffer against storms    grasslands – dilute and remove pollutants    freshwater systems – moderate water flow    sustainable agriculture systems – produce and maintain […]

Social Media Over the years, one of the main focuses of the Humanities has been the “struggles” of many of the historical figures and all that they had to go through to become the giants that they were destined to be. Some of these figures suffered from mental illness, depression, and drug addiction. They had […]

Pick a Genre   Choose your favorite film of all time. If you are not a fan of film, conduct some research on notable films from cinema history and choose one that appeals to you.   In a 1-2 page paper, describe unique features of your chosen film and genre and explain what you like […]

Choose a musical artist (from any music era) and provide a 1-2 page summary of the background or history of the artist. Next, pick one of his or her main works (songs or compositions) and explain:   The meaning   The musical elements   The contribution that this piece has had to the development of […]

Profiles in Humanities   Have you ever wondered what William Shakespeare’s Facebook profile would look like, assuming he was alive today? Many of the historical figures from the Humanities died long before the advent of social media; however, that doesn’t mean that we can’t use what we know about a historical figure to suppose what […]

My Hero   Choose a heroic figure you have read about. Examples might be: Theseus, Oedipus, Calaf in Turandot, King Arthur, Siddhartha, Moses, Mohammed, a cowboy hero, or Frodo from The Lord of the Rings.   Other examples may include people who are/were known for their humanitarian efforts, or who have led a movement (such […]

 Social Media   Over the years, one of the main focuses of the Humanities has been the “struggles” of many of the historical figures and all that they had to go through to become the giants that they were destined to be. Some of these figures suffered from mental illness, depression, and drug addiction. They […]

Today’s generation didn’t want to watch ancient actors reciting the same tired lines. They wanted to see themselves reflected onscreen – rude, raw, entitled. These kids needed to believe that they themselves were only one daring, controversial act away from being up on that screen themselves. “   – Melissa Jo Peltier, Reality Boulevard   […]

Notes on Religion   Describe a religion that is not your own.   Choose from one of the following religions: Ancient Egyptian belief, Hinduism, Greek or Roman Polytheism, Native American Religion, Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, or Islam. You must choose a religion that is not your own.   Describe three features or tenets of the […]