Mt. Etna

v Mt. Etna, also known as Mongibello in Italian, is the most active volcano in Europe. v It is also the largest volcano in Europe being nearly three times as large as Mt. Vesuvius. v The base of Mt. Etna is 36 miles by 24 miles. v Mt. Etna stands at about 3,326m (10,910 ft.) though this varies with summit eruptions. v Etna has...

Pompeii Destruction

"You could hear women lamenting, children crying, men shouting. There were some so afraid of death that they prayed for death. Many raised their hands to the gods, and even more believed that there were no gods any longer and that this was one unending night for the world." —Pliny the Younger, circa A.D. 97 to 109 Ø Inhabited by about 20,000 people in 79...

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY and CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT PLAN

Brian Freeman Philosophy of Management I will promote an atmosphere of respect and tolerance. I aim to not just teach, but to support, to guide, to promote learning, and to develop personal relationships with my students. While I aim to be a strict teacher, I also aim to be a fair teacher. I want my students to know I like them and my intent...

ReviewUniversity Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology

Brown University Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology Update, Aug2005, Vol 7 Issue 8, p8-8. FDA to issue methylphenidate warnings. According to the Brown University Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology Update the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are planning on adding a warning to all medications that contains methylphenidate. Methylphenidate is used in medications such as Ritalin and Concerta which are...

What is ADHD?

I. What is ADHD? ADHD is a common disorder among children, adolescents, and adults that causes inattentiveness and hyperactivity. II. Treatments of ADHD 1. Long-acting stimulants- this type of treatment can help treat a child for up to twelve hours at a time. They only have to be taken once daily so this will...

Vestal Virgins

By Brian Freeman The Vestal Virgins of ancient Rome was an unknown cult to me. The keepers of the scared flame of Rome are hardly studied. Many including myself were clueless to the reasonability the Virgins had on Roman history. The article “Vestal Virgins Chaste Keepers of the flame” by Melissa Barden Dowling is an outstanding article that shows...

Example of Descriptive Essay

Bedroom A southern home is always a calm and comfortable place. Walking toward the entrance of the home, one is consumed in a festival of bright flowers that align the concrete walkway. Past the bright flowers, an elegant white door stands as the entrance to the home. One is embraced with all sorts of beautiful antique furniture when entering through the door of the home. Significant objects are aligned neatly all over...

Overview of "The Quarrell"

By Brian FreemanHersh, a rabbi, survived Auschwitz and his faith was strengthened by his ordeal, while Chaim escaped the Nazis, but had lost his faith long before. The two walk together, reminisce, and argue passionately about themselves, their actions, their lives, their religion, their old quarrel, and their friendship. PHILOSOPHICAL ISSUES: Philosophy of...

By Brian Freeman The Birmingham Museum of Art is one of the South’s most important Museums. The Museum is an 180,000 square feet and has a nationally recognized collection of more than 21,000 works of art dating back from ancient to modern. These include paintings, sculptures, graphic arts, and decorative arts from any diverse cultures. On October...

TOP 10 APPS FOR THE IPAD

By Brian FreemanAfter having an iPad for a couple of weeks, I've narrowed down the top 10 apps that all iPad owners must have.1. Netflix - Allows you to get TV shows and movies instantly anytime on the iPad.Price: Free (however service requires subscription)Category: EntertainmentPros: The ability to watch thousands of tv and movies anywhere.Cons: The service...

Knowing We Dream

I was a little kid I would dream that I had the ability to fly like Superman and my superhero name was "chubby boy". The dream felt so real that when I woke up I thought I would have those abilities.As I got older, I would dream about how it would feel to get married (I know awwww) or if I would ever get to kiss Topanga from Boy Meets World. For some of my dreams...