Research Paper
Undergraduate
Islam: history, beliefs, and contemporary practice
The Prophet Muhammad brought God's word to the Arab people and thus began the foundation of Islam by the year 610 when he had his first revelation of the Quran, the holly book of Islam.
Black Gender Gap Understanding Society,
In his article, "The Black Gender Gap," Ellis Cose (2003) writes about the recent success of black women, not in light of but certainly despite of black men. Although he quotes Alice Gordon's statement that black women…
Jesus\' Healing of the Leper
Throughout the Bible, Jesus ministers to the people around him through teaching, parables, and miracles. What sets him apart from other rabbis of the time, however, are the miracles.
Kung Fu Shoes: An Opportunity Down Under
There is a strong and growing Australian connection with China, as travel and trade between the two countries continues to grow at a rapid pace and both domestic economies are expanding. Along with the increase in commerce and communication between Australia and China, there has necessarily been an increase in the amount of cultural transfer, from philosophies and ideas to activities and hobbies. One of the hobbies that Australians are picking up from the Chinese at an increasing pace, though one that has been at least on the peripheries of Australian culture as it has with larger "Western
Rdrn Tobacco and Its Subsequent
Tobacco and its subsequent side effects of addiction have been a contentious issue plaguing society for years. Tobacco, with its addictive qualities makes it an ideal target for young adolescent children. Even more alarming is that marketing aimed primarily to establish a long term addiction for young adults. Teens, being young are especially prone to establish long term habits with severe health implications. The youth have a profound desire for independence and maturity. In this quest for adulthood, they often succumb to the influences of smoking tobacco related products. Young adults are particular prone to the influences of popular figures in society. Popular figures on television and in the mass media are often seen utilizing tobacco related products. Baseball athletes in particular can be seen on a regular basis using tobacco related products. This does not bode well for the overall prevention of tobacco use. Therefore, the Right Decision, Right Now campaign was established. Through this campaign and subsequent education material, the effects of tobacco can be mitigated. Currently, the number one health concern in the United States is that of pulmonary disease. These diseases including heart attack, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and stroke are all highly correlated to tobacco related products.