C.A. Young
C.A. Young has worked in technology and education, played bass guitar in a gigging band, worked on a historical dig, engaged in political protests, volunteered at a film festival, written over 50,000 words in 30 days, and lives in Columbia, MO.
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English language and literature at Columbia College, with a hybrid minor in Philosophy, Ethics, and Religious Studies.Interests
art, books, ethics, feminism, film, folklore, games, GLBTQ issues, health, humor, literature, missouri, music, philosophy, poetry, politics, religion, satire, social justice, technology, theater, tourism, travel, writingMotto
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The Social Network Puts a Face on FacebookThe Social Network is more than just Facebook: The Movie. It's a compelling work of art.
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Win but Fail: Camp OutCamp Out is a heartening and thought-provoking 2006 documentary about an LGBTQ youth camp. So what's it missing?
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Win but Fail: LiveJournalLiveJournal's social blogging service has more users and more functionality than its peers, but does its recent brush with social networking prove it's lost something along the way?
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Win but Fail: Good DickGood Dick, a 2008 indie romance about a store clerk who pursues a troubled female customer, is a remarkable piece of art. But is it good?
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How to Continue Your Education by Auditing College Courses in Columbia, MissouriThe University of Missouri, Columbia College, and Stephens College all offer course audit options for individuals interested in enrichment or continuing education.
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Win but Fail: Perry V. Schwarzenegger Ruling Declares Proposition 8 UnconstitutionalJudge Vaughn R. Walker has finally ruled on Perry v. Schwarzenegger and found California's Proposition 8 unconstitutional. What about that doesn't amount to a win?
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First Person: Missouri Can't Let Citizens Go UninsuredOpponents of health care reform nationwide have their eyes on Missouri's Proposition C, but whether or not the ballot measure has any substance may not matter on the road to November.
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Win but Fail: TargetTarget Corporation's image as a friendly alternative to Wal-Mart has served it well among progressives, but the corporation's recent donation to Tom Emmer's campaign makes me wonder about about Target's real values.
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Columbia, Missouri's Village Books, the Peace Nook, and Rock Bottom Comics Are a Triumvirate of Independent Bookstore BrillianceNew and used, from comics to steamy romance to DIY guides and calls to action, Columbia, Missouri's local indie bookstores offer a range of products and services to satisfy.
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Win but Fail: The Man Your Man Could Smell LikeOld Spice's new ad campaign, The Man Your Man Could Smell Like, is memorable and funny, but is that enough?
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Win but Fail: White Collar's "Withdrawal" is Anything ButIn this installment of Win But Fail, we check out the highs and lows of the season premiere of White Collar. It's witty, it's pretty, but the gender balance is out of whack.
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Television Review: The ColonyDiscovery Channel's new reality show, The Colony, started airing July 21st, but does it live up to its own hype?
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Fishing Permit Requirements for Fishing in Columbia, Missouri ParksThe City of Columbia, Missouri maintains nine parks where residents and non-residents can sport fish. Here's a quick guide to getting the right permits.
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Truth and Beauty in Keats' "Ode on a Grecian Urn"Stillness and incorruptibility describe a beauty that exceeds that of passing things in one of Keats' well-known odes. -
Ten Steps to Better PoetryWant to write poetry that makes your readers laugh and cry for all the right reasons rather than the wrong ones? These ten tips should point you in the right direction. -
Ten Tips for Submitting to Poetry ContestsGetting started in poetry can be difficult, and fake contest scams seem to be everywhere. Here are some tips for finding not only a real contest, but the right contest for you. -
Lesson Plan Ideas for National Poetry MonthApril is National Poetry Month, and a great time to teach about poetic technique. Here are three active participation lesson plans to try. -
Review: Taco Bell Grande QuesadillaThe new Taco Bell Grande Quesadilla looks like a stout new contender in the drive-through category for late-night cravings and on-the go lunches, but is bigger better? Your intrepid reviewer puts it to the test. -
Review: "Years of RefusalThree years after his last offering, Morrissey proves that he not only feels our pain, he proves he can make it rock.
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Recipe: ColcannonMove over corned beef and cabbage. Colcannon is a delicious traditional Irish staple that's great on St. Patrick's Day, as well as all year long.
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Review: Axe Skin Contact Hydrating Shower GelAn Axe product that advertises "soft, strong-feeling skin" should be a clear winner. But can it live up to the hype? -
President's Day Lesson Plan: Get to Know a PresidentStudents learn about the Presidents of the United States through reading and short presentations. -
Review: Axe Armor 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner with Active ZincAxe Armor 2-in-1 shampoo may be the only time you want to put anything called an axe near your head.
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Review: The Stepsister Scheme by Jim C. HinesJim C. Hines, better known for his Goblin Quest trilogy, shows the world that it's hard out there for a princess. -
Ten Resolutions for Russell T. Davies for 2009Ten New Years Resolutions for Russell T. Davies, creator of the new Doctor Who and Torchwood. -
H&R Block Offers a Variety of Easy Online Tax Preparation OptionsH&R Block's online products are easy to use and can be a great value, depending on your needs. -
DIY: How to Repair a Window ScreenAn easy, step-by-step guide to repairing and replacing metal and cloth window screens.
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Save the Planet, Save Some CashTen simple ways to reduce your household's impact on the planet as well as your wallet.
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Five Tips for Transgender Students Seeking Campus HousingHere is quick guide to finding resources for gender variant students wishing to live in halls of residence.
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Marriage Advocates Renew the Fight in the Wake of Proposition 8Same-sex couples and their supporters rise up across the United States after the passage of California's Proposition 8.
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Barack Obama Draws Thousands to Columbia, MissouriOver 35,000 people attended Obama's speech in the University of Missouri Campus. -
Choosing the Right Hair Color Option is Easy when You Know HowA quick and dirty guide to hair color options. -
Getting Your Jollies Without All the HollyThree suggestions for holiday fun that won't leave you (or your co-workers) cold, regardless of the temperature.
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Ten Halloween Songs that Won't Send You Crawling Back to Your Coffin in ShameLooking for a party mix that won't leave your guests' eyes rolling in their skulls? Check out this list of songs the radio always seems to miss.
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Is the GED Right for Your Teen?A quick guide for parents of teenagers interested in taking the GED.
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Ysbrydnos - A Halloween PoemA poem for Halloween that gives a nod to the origins of the holiday via Welsh folklore.