Margaret Ginger

Margaret Ginger

Current student at Illinois State University: Presidential Scholar.
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  • 2012 Review
    A review of the movie 2012.
  • Public Enemies: A Movie Review
    A review of Public Enemies.
  • Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - Save Yourself 2.5 Hours and 25 I.Q. Points
    A review of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.
  • Going Green
    Green is the buzz word of this year, and though many companies are creating products that are taking steps in the right direction, some fads are simply pointless.
  • Earthquakes in America
    Over and over on the news, Americans are reminded of the active fault along California's coast: but historically, it is not the most destructive.
  • Dark Disney: Race Problems in Disney Films
    This article is a guide to concerns voiced about Disney's approach to race within animated films.
  • Google Earth: Science Has a New Friend
    The free tool Google Earth can be used by anyone with a computer and internet access, and has been revolutionizing scientific discoveries.
  • Ratings in the United States
    This article is a description of the standards of the FCC that lead to ratings in television shows and the standards of the MPAA that rates movies.
  • Vietnam War Origins: 1946-1960
    This is a historical overview of the origins of the Vietnam war, running through 1960 with the rise of Ngo Dinh Diem.
  • State Parks of Illinois
    With the economy looking sour, vacations may be harder to afford this upcoming summer. This article is a guide to three of the most beautiful places in Illinois to spend some time for free.
  • Reviewing Geological Influences Can Save Time and Money when Buying a Home
    This article is a guide to certain information potential home buyers should find before sinking any money into a property. A beautiful four bedroom home isn't worth anything if it's built on a sinkhole.
  • Sex in America
    America is known for its violent movies, music, and games. But when it comes to sexuality, American media is horribly timid. The result is a desensitivity to violence and ignorance about sexual tendencies.
  • 2012 and the End of the World
    It seems that movies anymore only focus on the world ending in natural or war-culled apocalypse. With the upcoming movie 2012 being released, this article is a look into what 2012 means and why you shouldn't be afraid.
  • Facebook: How to Start and Be Safe on the Site
    Facebook is one of the most popular websites for keeping in contact with friends, coworkers, and relatives: this article is a guide to setting up a facbook account as well as steps one should take to be safe online.
  • A Guide to Professional Writing
    This article is a guide to fixing some of the biggest problems in writing made by college students and professional workers: just a few slip-ups can make a memo go from intelligent to unintelligible.
  • Ivy League to Party School: Selecting the Right College
    Choosing a college can be a difficult process, but there are some very important steps to follow and concepts to be taken into consideration. This serves as a brief guide to the process.
  • Vietnam and Iraq: Comparing and Contrasting the Social Responses
    This article is a historical analysis of the differences and similarities between negative social reaction to the Vietnam and Iraq Wars.
  • Social Reaction to Invasion of Iraq
    This article is a historical analysis of the public's reaction to the American invasion of Iraq.
  • Hippies and the Cultural Revolution of the Anti-Vietnam Movement
    This article is a historical analysis of the cultural revolution that accompanied the liberal social reaction to America's involvement in Vietnam.
  • Vietnam Protests: Outside of the Campus Environment
    This article is a historical analysis if the protests against American involvement in Vietnam that took place outside of college campuses.
  • College Protests During Vietnam
    This article is a historical analysis of the college protests and movements that formed in response to the Vietnam War.
  • Peace with Honor: Nixon's Role in the Vietnam War 1968-1973
    This article is a brief historical analysis of Nixon's role in the Vietnam war, from 1968 to 1973.
  • Escalation of U.S. Involvement in Vietnam - 1960 to 1967
    This article is a historical analysis of the escalation of American involvement in Vietnam from 1960 to 1967.
  • Naperville, Illinois: How to Visit on a Budget
    Naperville is well known for being the home of good schools, a beautiful downtown, and many rich people. This is a guide to Naperville on a dime.
  • Hello Kitty Takes Over the World
    In the past few years, Japanese subculture has become popular within the United States: why? And what are the effects on our own culture?
  • A Smart Spring Break
    Mexico is usually a popular destination for college students on Spring break, but this year it is vital to avoid the old hang-outs.
  • Studying Abroad
    It is always preached that studying abroad looks great on a resume, but there are more benefits to this adventure that make it worth putting the time, money, and effort into.
  • Expansion in America and Sweden
    Though America and Sweden hit their highest points of expansion at much different times, it is interesting to compare the tactics shared and different approaches taken to colonialism by each.
  • Ares to Mars
    The Greek and Roman pantheon was compiled of mostly the same characters with different names, but the changes in their perception show interesting differences between the societies.
  • Pursuit of Truth
    A look into a few topics from American history that often go unnoted in U.S. History class rooms. There is no point in forgetting or glossing over history: not even the grimy bits.
  • 9/11 and the Fall of the Roman Republic
    After September 11th, Americans found themselves completely shocked, and disoriented. This same occurrence can be found in ancient Rome, when a pirate attack shifted a Republic to an Empire.
  • Changes in Nordic Parliaments Since 2000
    Since 2000, the Parliaments in Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden have shifted dramatically from previous trends: are economic reasons the cause?
  • Things to Do in Uppsala, Sweden
    After spending a semester abroad in Uppsala, Sweden, this article is a short review and guide for those who might visit the University town.
  • The Electoral College
    Many Americans today are tremendously proud of their government, but are unaware of many checks and balances levied by the three branches over the power of citizens.
  • Oil is so Last Century
    While oil is the center of attention, it is also fading off of the energy scene. What commodities will rise in necessity in the near future? Trends in science give us some pretty good clues.
  • American Values
    Comparing the last two presidents of the United States, what do their similarities and differences show us about the real feelings of the American people?

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