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José Esteban Muñoz    José Esteban Muñoz’s book on dis-identification, there is a passage from dissing identity, the passage breaks down what identify is. They start by addressing identity as fiction, that is accessed by the majority with ease. And the minorities aren’t able to access this identity because they do not align with it… Continue reading Journal 2

My name is Jumman Sheikh, I am a senior majoring in Chemistry and Biology, and will be pursuing a medical degree post-graduation. Some things about me are I am very open minded and I really enjoy talking to people from all kinds of backgrounds, specially in the arts and philosophy. I enjoy working out and… Continue reading Journal 1

My midterm essay was a close read of the song ‘White Ferrari’ by Frank Ocean. I explained my interpretation of the lyrics while paying close attention to the form and structure of the song and how those elements impacted my experience of the song. I deviated from the typical essay format which I suprisingly enjoyed… Continue reading Reading Journal 8 – Dasia Hall

I think some of my strengths when it comes to writing is how quickly I am able to develop an idea and fully realize it in my brainstorming. I also tend to write quickly (which seems to be a strength when it comes to meeting deadlines). However, despite wanting to finish whatever writing project I… Continue reading Reading Journal 8 – Chris C

Some things that I like about my writing: When I have an essay or a paper assigned I am able to sit down and write for long periods of time, so it didn’t take me many sittings to finish the first draft of my essay I tend to write too much instead of not writing… Continue reading Reading Journal 8

My midterm essay was a close reading analysis of the poem Invictus. I felt like analyzing the content itself was one of my strengths but I always struggle a little with coming up with a meaningful conclusion that does not come across as repetitive. I often find this difficult because I do not want to… Continue reading Reading Journal 8 – Laura Zvinys

I did many things for myself this past weekend. I went shopping at Urban Outfitters, got a piercing, went out to eat, and went to a haunted house. It was a great weekend! When I have midterms coming up, I don’t do things that I find fun and enjoyable since I am too busy studying.… Continue reading Reading Journal 7 – Dasia Hall

With increasing school work, I have been stressed and meaning to cook Indian food because it reminds me of home and gives me comfort. So, this weekend, my friend and I made Kadhai Paneer with rice which was really fun and relaxing and it also gave me a chance to spend some time with them… Continue reading Reading Journal – 7

This Saturday, Oct 29th, I participated in the Annual Drag Show hosted by Emory Pride which was such a fun and exhilarating event to be a part of. I haven’t received the official photos just yet so these ones that my friends took will have to do. I signed up to perform weeks ago and… Continue reading Reading Journal 7 – Chris Cardenas