This semester, I'm taking a course called "Forms of Folklore." Before I went into the class, I didn't really know what was the distinction that made folklore, well, folklore, rather than mythology or religion or simply custom. To me, "folk" was an adjective that modified different art forms, but that stayed within a particular rustic setting. It was simple. It was rough-hewn … [Read more...] about Chasing the Unicorn: Fiction As Convention
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One Nation Under Who?: Religious Freedom vs Obamacare
The Supreme Court just tussled with the concept of religious liberty and the right for women to have contraceptive. Contraceptives have been mandated as part of employee medical insurance, as provided by employers under the Affordable Care Act. For-profit companies have already been told that they cannot exempt themselves out of the … [Read more...] about One Nation Under Who?: Religious Freedom vs Obamacare
Scrolling Scribe: Perceptions in the Fourth Dimension
Each week on Scrolling Scribe, editors will select their favorite archived articles and repost them for your reading pleasure. Originally published November 21st, 2012. By Michelle Lim A woman walks around her office, excavating messy piles of books and papers until she finally sees it: a daily planner bound in red leather. It is thick with appointments and … [Read more...] about Scrolling Scribe: Perceptions in the Fourth Dimension
Girls on Film: The Evolution of Disney
Almost everyone of my friends has a favorite Disney movie they watched when growing up. I've talked to both male and female friends where the classic princess movies fall under their favorites category. Disney's latest film, Frozen, has gathered much attention, including an Oscar nomination for best animated feature and best original song ("Let It Go"). So what's all the fuss … [Read more...] about Girls on Film: The Evolution of Disney
Girls on Film: A Meryl Streep Problem?
In my theater theory class, we read a critical review of Meryl Streep's most recent performances, specifically, "August Osage County". We read two separate articles commenting negatively on this famous actress. Many have claimed that Meryl Streep is somewhat of royalty when it comes to her profession. The reason for this praise is because she makes bold choices in her careers … [Read more...] about Girls on Film: A Meryl Streep Problem?