Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Final Examination Schedule for my courses Spring 2009

ENG 104 A
Thursday 7th May
9 - 11 am in MB1
Invigilated by J. Buky

ENG 104 F
Thursday 7th May
9 - 11 am in MB4
Invigilated by E. Lawrence

ENG 105 C
Wednesday 13th May
4:30 - 6:30 in S3
Oral Presentations

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Tim Ferriss

Here's a speaker I hope you guys enjoy reading about.

Tim Ferriss talking about 'How to feel like the Incredible Hulk' Smash Fear Learn Anything
Tim Ferriss' Blog
Tim Ferriss' Website

ENG 105 - Final Projects Due Dates URGENT

All students must submit a complete draft of their final research argument (3000 words) to me digitally at rwgeorges@hlscc.edu.vg by Thursday 7th May at 6 pm. NO EXCEPTIONS. In order to submit a draft to me you MUST have seen me prior to Thursday.

Your final research argument will be submitted with the required forms and PROVIDED COVER SHEET at the meeting time scheduled on the Final Exam Schedule when it is released. You will receive the required forms, cover sheet, and rubric for the Oral Presentations at your individual meeting the week of May 4-8.

I cannot guarantee comments on anything submitted after May 7th for review. If you have not met with me yet regarding your final research argument, do so immediately.

Monday, April 27, 2009

ENG 104 - Classification Prompts

These questions are taken from Strategies for Successful Writing. Write an outline for a classification paper 2-3 pages long on one of the following topics. Determine your purpose, determine your principle of classification, develop 3 or 4 categories with specific details, and arrange them in an appropriate order. This essay will be written in-class on Wednesday April 29th at 9 am.

1. College teachers.
2. Pet owners.
3. Talk show hosts.
4. Sports announcers (or fans).
5. People waiting in line.
6. Laundromat users.

Friday, April 24, 2009

ENG 125 - Twelfth Night Essay Questions

I
Twelfth Night is January 6, the Feast of the Epiphany or the end of Christmas festivities in Elizabethan England. The play’s alternate title, What You Will is a reference to the decadent parties that were thrown where partygoers were allowed to do “what [they] will.” Puritanical law was ignored and revelry in the festivities encouraged. Drunkenness, self-indulgent behavior, and a general perversion of social norms were the norm.

Given the background of the play, observe closely the role of Malvolio as a symbol of puritanical Christian law through the five acts. Pay particular attention to both his changing moods and how he is treated by the other characters.

or

II
Love undoubtedly is one of the major themes of Twelfth Night. However, none of the relationships that develop over the course of this play can be considered normal. Evaluate each of the major relationships in terms of ‘true’ love.

or

III
A famous quote from Hamlet is ‘frailty thy name is woman.’ In Twelfth Night, Viola says ‘Alas, our frailty is the cause, not we.’ Examine the female characters in the play and their subversion of expected female roles in Elizabethan society.



In addition to your response to your selected question (at least 4 pages), it is expected that you will provide at least two sources separate from the stories and authors selected. Start your research on all facets of your chosen question as soon as possible. If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me
Essay to be in Arial or Times 12pt font and double spaced.
Be sure to cite in accordance with MLA guidelines.


This essay is DUE Monday, May 4th 2008.
NO EXCEPTIONS

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

An End to Tax Havens cont'd

After G-20, the Virgin Islands finds itself on the grey list. Click here for story.
Offshore Tax Havens cost the United States $100 billion in tax dollars annually. Click here for story.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

ENG 105 - Mandatory Meetings

Sign up for a meeting time on the chart in my office ASAP.
Marked Rogerian Essays are available for pickup.