Essays on Linguistic

It is interesting to note that contrary to popular belief, more often than not different pronunciations are the result of different contexts – variances in social settings, the use of formal and informal pronunciations, etc. Unfortunately, Americans have long labored under the misguided assumption, especially …

Tempus adest plausus, aurea pompa venit, so ends the scene of idiots, and enter Astrophel in pomp. Gentlemen, that have seen a thousand lines of folly drawn forth ex uno puncto impudentiae, & two famous mountains to go to the conception of one mouse, that …

B.F. Skinner developed the theory supporting the concept that learning occurs as a result of reinforcements and punishments. This theory of conditioning is called “operant conditioning” and associates the likeliness of an event with either a reinforcement or punishment; the first increasing the likelihood of …

I attended the panel presentation on Thursday, March 10, before the Breaking the Code play, with input from Mike Nagle, John Wolff, and Dr. Matt Sanderson. Each speaker had a distinct way of presenting their main ideas, and each speaker had valuable input on the …

Introduction College years often introduce us to a multitude of concepts, some familiar and others entirely novel. Pioneer Koro, though a lesser-known term to the masses, has caught the attention of linguistic enthusiasts, psychologists, and culture aficionados. As I delved deeper into this topic, a …

Introduction: David Sedaris’ “Me Talk Pretty One Day” is a comical piece detailing his experiences learning French as an adult while residing in France. The title of the work reflects Sedaris’ struggles to communicate in French during his time there. The reader is taken on …

I have many goals I want to achieve this year since it is a new school year. First, I want to improve on my grammar skills. Secondly, I want to read more books than last year. Lastly, I want to earn many points in live …

Academic writing involves a particular style of writing that researchers use to express the intellectual boundaries of their disciplines and their areas of specialization. Academic writing entails the use of the third party in paraphrasing texts and a clear focus on the research question under …

John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, remains a symbol of inspiration and hope for many. His speeches, characterized by their eloquence and power, were integral to his charisma. Within his orations, Kennedy expertly wove a blend of ethos, logos, and pathos …

As a White person, I feel the communication styles discussed in the Sue book are very accurate in my experience. Also, I think they accurately describe my communication styles. In regards to proxemics, I am more comfortable when individuals are at a farther distance than …

David Sedaris’ essay takes readers on a nostalgic journey as he recounts his struggles and encounters while attempting to learn French in Paris. The narrative begins on the first day after his vacation, when he arrived in Paris with high hopes of mastering the French …

Introduction George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece, “1984”, invites readers into a grim vision of a future marked by omnipresent surveillance, unending war, and unchallenged propaganda. Amidst these disturbing elements of the novel, Newspeak emerges as a significant tool of manipulation and control, an artificial language constructed …

Personally, I really adore the art of public speaking because it has played a crucial role in shaping the type of person I am right now. I can freely and with confidence present speeches in front of people, a matter I could not handle before …