Monday, April 13, 2009
Final Story
For the final story i plan to write a event preview of the upcoming concert Point Fest. This is an annual concert that starts at the end of May and lasts a couple days. Twenty nine bands are playing at the concert, some very popular like Offspring, and some are local bands who have won battles to play in the concert. Point Fest is sponsored by the local radio station 105.7 The Point. This appeals to many people in the St. Louis and surrounding areas, and is very popular among rock and alternative music lovers. It is not that expensive, especially being able to see so many bands, and is located at Pops. Pops is a very popular bar that has three main stages, and stages outside. The event is going to be really fun, and it is a chance for people to see a lot of popular bands for a cheap price. I plan on interviewing a couple of local bands in the concert, and try to talk to the radio station to get more details, and I plan to talk to several fans going to the concert.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Editorial Topic
I plan to write an editorial on the emergency contraceptive pill Plan B. My view on this is that it is a form of aborton and should not be advertised so lightly to young adults. Plan B is advertised on television as a useful tool to prevent pregnancies, basically comparing it to a form of birth control. And they say it is not abortion even though its advised only to be taken after sex if you don't use a condom or a condom breaks etc. This says to me its okay to not use a condom or birth control because if you think you are pregnant you can just take this pill a day after and everything will be okay. This would be killing your conceived child. I think some people today take Plan B too lighly and see it more as a means of pregnany control then abortion.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Feature Story Idea
For the feature story, I am going g to write about how the economy is affecting people, and tips people can use in order to save money I can either interview people of different ages, or make it more specific and interview three people of the same age group.
I will ask the sources if they lost their job, or hours were cut, and if they changed spending ways on food and clothing. And also questions like what's the most devastating affect the economy has had on them; also tips they can give to others who are trying to spend less.
This is a good human interest story because a lot of people can relate to the topic. It can get the reader's attention by seeing what people are going through today. I believe I can set the mood in this paper by getting the readers to feel emotion for the struggling people, and inspire readers to use spending tips so they do not end up broke.
I will ask the sources if they lost their job, or hours were cut, and if they changed spending ways on food and clothing. And also questions like what's the most devastating affect the economy has had on them; also tips they can give to others who are trying to spend less.
This is a good human interest story because a lot of people can relate to the topic. It can get the reader's attention by seeing what people are going through today. I believe I can set the mood in this paper by getting the readers to feel emotion for the struggling people, and inspire readers to use spending tips so they do not end up broke.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Student Interview
Danielle Deeke
2-11-09
Most children go to annual school eye appointments to determine if they need glasses; however, for Katie Lundy, a 19- year- old student at Southern Illinois University, the diagnosis is far more serious then bad eye sight. Lundy was diagnosed with a growing brain tumor at the age of 11 on her birthday.
Lundy has struggled for nine years to conquer her non-cancerous, but chronic disease. Lundy underwent surgery in October of 2000 only to find out the doctors were unable to remove the tumor without causing permanent blindness or death. Since the surgery, Lundy has endured seven different kinds of chemotherapy to help shrink the tumor, and one round of radiation. The chemotherapy can last anywhere from 30 days to months. Unfortunately for Lundy, the chemotherapy has unbearable side effects that has caused her to quit some of the treatments earlier then anticipated. “I had to quite in November because my legs went numb and I couldn’t walk. I got rashes and have a hard time seeing,” Lundy said. These are just a few of the painful side effects, not caused by the tumor, but by the chemotherapy. Now, Lundy said, the tumor is stable and not growing in size. Since the tumor is a chronic disease, it can shrink and grow for the rest of her life. Lundy’s condition could change in the next few months which indicate more chemotherapy, and more side effects. Lundy has stayed positive through her battle, and has made great accomplishments in helping other children in hospitals.
“I am hopeful and nervous,” Lundy said. “I know I can’t die from the tumor but I could go blind in my left eye. And I’m scarred of when I’ll need more medicine, and if the doctors will run out of options.” Even though Lundy is fearful for her future, she has made hospital stay much more enjoyable for children with similar illnesses. Since Lundy was diagnosed with the tumor, she has raised $100,000 for the two children hospitals in St. Louis. Lundy raised the money through seven annual golf tournaments. “Each tournament varies in the amount of money we raise, but in the last golf tournament we raised $23,000,” Lundy said. The money raised contributes to making the patients’ stay more enjoyable. Missing puzzle pieces are replaced, new play station, and new TV sets are installed in the hospitals with the fundraising money. Lundy frequently visits her hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, for treatment and to visit her “second family”, her nurses and doctor. Since Lundy’s diagnosis nine years ago, she has seen a change in the hospitals, and can tell it is more enjoyable for the patients who have to be away from home.
Lundy has without a question changed her severe diagnosis into a positive outcome for many children like her. Lundy plans to continue the golf tournament fundraising, and help children feel more comfortable in the hospitals. Lundy also continues to be optimistic and hopeful with living with this chronic illness.
2-11-09
Most children go to annual school eye appointments to determine if they need glasses; however, for Katie Lundy, a 19- year- old student at Southern Illinois University, the diagnosis is far more serious then bad eye sight. Lundy was diagnosed with a growing brain tumor at the age of 11 on her birthday.
Lundy has struggled for nine years to conquer her non-cancerous, but chronic disease. Lundy underwent surgery in October of 2000 only to find out the doctors were unable to remove the tumor without causing permanent blindness or death. Since the surgery, Lundy has endured seven different kinds of chemotherapy to help shrink the tumor, and one round of radiation. The chemotherapy can last anywhere from 30 days to months. Unfortunately for Lundy, the chemotherapy has unbearable side effects that has caused her to quit some of the treatments earlier then anticipated. “I had to quite in November because my legs went numb and I couldn’t walk. I got rashes and have a hard time seeing,” Lundy said. These are just a few of the painful side effects, not caused by the tumor, but by the chemotherapy. Now, Lundy said, the tumor is stable and not growing in size. Since the tumor is a chronic disease, it can shrink and grow for the rest of her life. Lundy’s condition could change in the next few months which indicate more chemotherapy, and more side effects. Lundy has stayed positive through her battle, and has made great accomplishments in helping other children in hospitals.
“I am hopeful and nervous,” Lundy said. “I know I can’t die from the tumor but I could go blind in my left eye. And I’m scarred of when I’ll need more medicine, and if the doctors will run out of options.” Even though Lundy is fearful for her future, she has made hospital stay much more enjoyable for children with similar illnesses. Since Lundy was diagnosed with the tumor, she has raised $100,000 for the two children hospitals in St. Louis. Lundy raised the money through seven annual golf tournaments. “Each tournament varies in the amount of money we raise, but in the last golf tournament we raised $23,000,” Lundy said. The money raised contributes to making the patients’ stay more enjoyable. Missing puzzle pieces are replaced, new play station, and new TV sets are installed in the hospitals with the fundraising money. Lundy frequently visits her hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, for treatment and to visit her “second family”, her nurses and doctor. Since Lundy’s diagnosis nine years ago, she has seen a change in the hospitals, and can tell it is more enjoyable for the patients who have to be away from home.
Lundy has without a question changed her severe diagnosis into a positive outcome for many children like her. Lundy plans to continue the golf tournament fundraising, and help children feel more comfortable in the hospitals. Lundy also continues to be optimistic and hopeful with living with this chronic illness.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Topic for Article
The idea I have chosen for the article is the event called Battle of the Bands that takes place Friday, January 30th at 6:00. The event reaches out to SIUE students along with interested people of the community, and takes place at the UC. Battle of the Bands has nine bands performing and competing for grand prizes including $700, $300, and $150 for the top three performances. The event is free to everyone, and it also includes free food and prizes for SIUE students who attend the battle. These prizes include t-shirts, concert tickets, a video i-pod, and a Nintendo Wii.
I chose Battle of the Bands for my topic for various reasons. One is proximity: the battle is on campus; most students or others in the community could walk or take a 15 minute drive to the concert. Some students may even come right after class on Friday. Two is prominence: the nine bands in the battle are not exactly famous but some students may have heard about them before, and it is always interesting to see up coming bands and different music styles. Three is conflict: the nine bands are battling for a grand prize, so a sense of competition will be demonstrated in the battle. The battle also has a number of qualities that reach out to students and others planning on attending the event. It is free to everyone, and there is free food. Also prizes are given away to those who show up at the event. Free music, free food, and prizes. Who wouldn't want to go!
I plan on interviewing the Concert Chair of Activities Board who has been planning the battle since September. Her name is Jessica Shuette, and she has more knowledge about the event then anyone since she is the one who set it up. I also plan on interviewing a student planning on going to the concert to see why the concert was appealing to students and what convinced the student to attend. I would also like to interview one of the bands, or a member of a band to understand why this event is a good way to get their music to the public.
I chose Battle of the Bands for my topic for various reasons. One is proximity: the battle is on campus; most students or others in the community could walk or take a 15 minute drive to the concert. Some students may even come right after class on Friday. Two is prominence: the nine bands in the battle are not exactly famous but some students may have heard about them before, and it is always interesting to see up coming bands and different music styles. Three is conflict: the nine bands are battling for a grand prize, so a sense of competition will be demonstrated in the battle. The battle also has a number of qualities that reach out to students and others planning on attending the event. It is free to everyone, and there is free food. Also prizes are given away to those who show up at the event. Free music, free food, and prizes. Who wouldn't want to go!
I plan on interviewing the Concert Chair of Activities Board who has been planning the battle since September. Her name is Jessica Shuette, and she has more knowledge about the event then anyone since she is the one who set it up. I also plan on interviewing a student planning on going to the concert to see why the concert was appealing to students and what convinced the student to attend. I would also like to interview one of the bands, or a member of a band to understand why this event is a good way to get their music to the public.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Blog 2 in class
An 18-year-old freshman student was reported injured after falling anywhere from two to ten stories down a trash chute of a Southern Illinois University Edwardsville dormitory. The student, Thomas Schwanke, was found early this morning, before 8:00 a.m., on the basement floor. However, police believe Schwanke fell around 2:00 a.m.
Witnesses say Shwanke had been drinking prior to the fall. Mary Rouse, Dean of Students at the university, said the incident again raises concern about alcohol abuse on campus.
Schwanke is being treated at Anderson Hospital in Maryville where hospital officials declined to discuss his condition, or the extent of his injuries.
Witnesses say Shwanke had been drinking prior to the fall. Mary Rouse, Dean of Students at the university, said the incident again raises concern about alcohol abuse on campus.
Schwanke is being treated at Anderson Hospital in Maryville where hospital officials declined to discuss his condition, or the extent of his injuries.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
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