Essays on Race and Ethnicity

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The "Religion of Beauty" in The 21st Century

1 page / 599 words

Along the course of the modern era, we have now reached an age when ideals are bestowed not only on our politics, but also on our bodies. Under the development of contemporary capitalism, terms such as “appetite” and “diet” are redefined into words that shape...

Beauty Physical Appearance

572

A Few of The Court Cases that Have Helped Make Better Life for Mexican Americans

4 pages / 1889 words

The treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was validated on February 2, 1848, the treaty ended the Mexican-American war. This war lasted about two years which was based on a few disputes between the United States and Mexico. Mexican Americans struggled to achieve first class citizenship. Not...

Court Mexican Mexican American

573

The Importance of Self-deternination for Indigenous People

4 pages / 1660 words

Indian philosopher Amartya Sen, who developed the ‘capability approach’ which states that the freedom of an individual to accomplish well-being is best interpreted by the abilities afforded them to achieve the life they want was quoted as saying that “…human beings live and interact in...

Indigenous People

574

Politeness Norm of Egypt and South Korea in Contrast to America

2 pages / 1100 words

Comparing Politeness Norm This paper will focus on two countries, Egypt and South Korea and how they compare to politeness norms in the United States; and the possible misunderstandings that could arise from the differences between the cultures. There are similar, yet discernable differences between...

Egypt Korean Politeness

575

Components of Our Identity by Tatum

1 page / 601 words

Introduction Tatum rationalizes that one’s identity is molded by many components in one’s life and falls back on how one is perceived by others. Tatum explains that each component of our identity differentiates us because we are constantly identified through our race, ethnicity, gender, and...

Cultural Identity Personal Identity Research

576

The Multi Racialism Model in Singapore

1 page / 599 words

Benjamin’s article is written on the basis that Singapore functions on solely multi-racialism. He then looks into how multiracialism intertwined with Singapore and concludes that there should be a balance when adopting the multiracialism model. As Benjamin states, race is a significant section in the...

Cultural Diversity Cultural Identity Singapore

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The Difference Between Race & Ethnicity in Lee Et.al’s Article

1 page / 599 words

Lee et.al’s article studies on how children view themselves and others, children’s intra and inter-racial friendships, ways in which these friendships takes place in their school lives. Throughout the study, Lee et al stated that they cite race rather than ethnicity and race continues to...

Ethnicity Literature Review Race

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The Life of a Multilingual

2 pages / 899 words

For as long as I can remember, people have always questioned me about my upbringing, race, ethnicity, and background. This haunting question makes me nervous, erupting multiple questions through my mind. Why do I have to justify my ethnicity? Are they asking me about my...

Ethnicity

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How Did The War Between Britain and America Benefit Others

1 page / 606 words

The American Revolution took place between 1765 up until 1783. The war was fought over America’s independence from Britain, which they won. Many people died during the war between America and Britain. There were many loses for both sides, but the war also had its...

African American American Revolution Benjamin Banneker

580

Stereotypes About Asian-american Students

2 pages / 1062 words

Time and time again, we see Asian-American students quietly but surely rise above their peers with their quiet, studious, and high tests scores. What is it about these students that separates them from their peers? Keith Osajima, a professor of race ethnic studies at the...

Asian American Asian American Culture Student

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What Do We Know About American Values

6 pages / 2677 words

American values are a tricky thing. It seems that the value set changes with each individual. American pragmatism is actually rooted in deeply held anti-authoritarian, individualistic, egalitarian, activist ideals, which privilege personal choice, flexibility, and technical efficiency with the pursuit of success, however success is...

American Values United States

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What is African Diaspora

6 pages / 2693 words

Introduction To fully understand the effects of the African Diaspora we must understand the meaning of the term African Diaspora, according to the Oxford English Dictionary The term Diaspora refers to any group of people with a common culture, therefore the African Diaspora should refer...

African American

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Intergenerational Effects of Residential Schools on Indigenous People

2 pages / 786 words

Introduction The intergenerational effects of residential schools on indigenous people represent a dark and enduring chapter in the history of Indigenous communities, particularly in countries like Canada and the United States. Residential schools were institutions designed to forcibly assimilate indigenous children into Western culture, stripping...

Homeschooling Indigenous People

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Discussion on Whether We Should Judge People by Their Appearance

2 pages / 965 words

Are You Beautiful?Today the idea of physical beauty has changed drastically; we are expected to have a tiny waist and perfect hair and other impossible standards for beauty. This is an issue for the little boys and girls who want to be accepted. The young...

Personal Ethics Physical Appearance

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Cultural Factors in International Business Communication

1 page / 457 words

Communication is one of the most important functions to master in order for any business to be successful in today’s increasingly competitive markets, particularly for firms doing business internationally. Cultural factors have long been known to influence the communication and success potential of competition profitability...

Intercultural Communication International Business

586

World War I as a Turning Factor in African History

1 page / 583 words

The significant changes between the end of the Civil War and the end of World War I were Social Darwinism, sharecropping and the Great Migration effect on African Americans. Social Darwinism had a great impact on the people between the end of the Civil War...

African American Civil War

587

A Sociological Perspective on My Family 

4 pages / 1958 words

Our lives are inherently subjected to economic, political, and sociological trends. Fortunately, the plasticity of human nature allows us to adapt to these perpetually changing environments. Over the past 60 years, the United States has proven itself as one of the quintessential examples of these...

American Values Sociological Perspective

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Contemporary Identity of Chettinad Houses in Tamilnadu

2 pages / 849 words

This proposal examines the production of visually striking/brilliant palatial houses built by the chettiars during the colonial era between 1860 and 1930 as a result of industrial capitalism. I primarily look upon the elaborately painted ornamental houses that bureaucrats as a statement of social achievement,...

Architecture National Identity

589

My Culture Shock from South Korean Culture

1 page / 440 words

My Culture Shock from South Korean Culture When I first arrived in South Korea, I honestly didn’t know what to expect. I’d heard so much about the country, from its K-pop craze to the delicious food, and I was super excited to dive in. But...

Korean Tradition