Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012
Photo Project
On Sunday, Boston University's newest sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta, celebrated their first Bid Day, extending invitations to join their sisterhood to 123 women. This event was attended by the new members, staff members from Theta's national headquarters, chapter presidents and delegates from other sororities, and the Panhellenic Council's executive board. As the Vice President of Chapter Development, I was able to work closely with the colonization process for the new sorority. Here are some photos from the exciting event that boasts a new beginning for BU Greek life.
Maddie Gordon-Lavaee leads a busy life. As a student at Boston University's College of Communication, she spends a good deal of her time working on short films and photography projects for her classes. She is passionate about the film industry and looks forward to moving back to the LA area after college to pursue her passions. She's also an active member of Delta Gamma and has a position on the chapter management team. She loves to cook and spends an ample amount of her time in the kitchen coming up with new recipes. Most of all, Maddie appreciates the beauty in life. She enjoys being outdoors and observing the world around her.
Maddie Gordon-Lavaee leads a busy life. As a student at Boston University's College of Communication, she spends a good deal of her time working on short films and photography projects for her classes. She is passionate about the film industry and looks forward to moving back to the LA area after college to pursue her passions. She's also an active member of Delta Gamma and has a position on the chapter management team. She loves to cook and spends an ample amount of her time in the kitchen coming up with new recipes. Most of all, Maddie appreciates the beauty in life. She enjoys being outdoors and observing the world around her.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Jumping from the Edge of Space
The world watched on Sunday as Felix Baumgartner, an Austrian professional daredevil, became the first person in history to break the sound barrier outside a craft by skydiving from over 24 miles up. Baumgartner accelerated down to the earth at speeds of up to 833.9 mph.
Baumgartner's jump from 128,097 feet was also the highest skydive in history. Within nine minutes, the daredevil was back on the ground in Roswell, New Mexico after over four minutes of free falling.
Over 7 million people watched "live" on YouTube as Baumgartner completed his 40 step check-list and jumped from his pod attached to a helium balloon. He donned a high-tech space suit designed to keep him warm (at his highest altitude, the temperature was -70 degrees F) and provide him with enough oxygen and stability to overcome the shock waves he would incur in breaking the sound barrier.
The Mission Control at the Red Bull Stratos center directed Baumgartner in his daring mission. Joe Kittinger, the former record holder for highest skydive, advised Baumgartner in his mission and can be seen in the video below giving direction and checking in.
Baumgartner did not break the record for longest free fall. That record still belongs to Kittinger for falling for four minutes and 36 seconds in 1960. Baumgartner free fell for four minutes and 17 seconds.
Not only was this mission an attempt to break a number of records, but the scientists and engineers involved with the project say the data collected can help future astronauts and pilots in the event they would have to exit their air crafts. The Associated Press said his spacesuit may also lead to NASA "certifying a new generation of space suits."
Baumgartner plans to retire now. He said he is looking forward to settling down with his girlfriend.
Watch the jump below:
Baumgartner's jump from 128,097 feet was also the highest skydive in history. Within nine minutes, the daredevil was back on the ground in Roswell, New Mexico after over four minutes of free falling.
Over 7 million people watched "live" on YouTube as Baumgartner completed his 40 step check-list and jumped from his pod attached to a helium balloon. He donned a high-tech space suit designed to keep him warm (at his highest altitude, the temperature was -70 degrees F) and provide him with enough oxygen and stability to overcome the shock waves he would incur in breaking the sound barrier.
The Mission Control at the Red Bull Stratos center directed Baumgartner in his daring mission. Joe Kittinger, the former record holder for highest skydive, advised Baumgartner in his mission and can be seen in the video below giving direction and checking in.
Baumgartner did not break the record for longest free fall. That record still belongs to Kittinger for falling for four minutes and 36 seconds in 1960. Baumgartner free fell for four minutes and 17 seconds.
Not only was this mission an attempt to break a number of records, but the scientists and engineers involved with the project say the data collected can help future astronauts and pilots in the event they would have to exit their air crafts. The Associated Press said his spacesuit may also lead to NASA "certifying a new generation of space suits."
Baumgartner plans to retire now. He said he is looking forward to settling down with his girlfriend.
Watch the jump below:
Congratulations, Felix Baumgartner!
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Jerry Sandusky Sentenced to 30 Years
Jerry Sandusky, the former Penn State assistant football coach accused of molesting 45 young boys in a 15 year period, was sentenced on Tuesday to at least 30, but not more than 60, years in prison.
I had to stray from Slate.com a bit this week to cover this important story, as not much attention was given to the matter on their site. I turned to CBS News and Sports, as well as the Associated Press to get more coverage of this high-profile sentencing.
Judge John Cleland said that Sandusky was being sentenced for "abusing the trust of those who trusted you" and "for the betrayal of those who looked up to you," according to Armen Keteyian, chief investigative correspondent for CBS News.
The judge said this will likely be a life sentence for the 68-year-old assistant to the late Joe Paterno. While Sandusky maintains that he is innocent, it is unlikely that his defense team's upcoming appeal will reduce his sentence.
Sandusky gave a statement at his sentencing, according to the Associated Press, in which he lamented on the hardships of going to prison and how hard it would be for him to be away from his wife and four children.
He said,"I've forgiven, I've been forgiven. I've comforted others, I've been comforted. I've been kissed by dogs, I've been bit by dogs. I've conformed, I've also been different. I've been me. I've been loved, I've been hated."
According to Slate, under state law in Pennsylvania, Sandusky cannot be released on parole before he has served the minimum sentence ordered by the judge. Because of his age, it is likely Sandusky will never be released.
Not everyone is satisfied with the sentencing, though. CBS Sports Columnist, Gregg Doyel tweeted his disgust from his personal twitter on Tuesday morning, while Sandusky was trending.
Sandusky has continued to play the victim throughout the ordeal that began a year ago. Anderson Cooper tweeted about Sandusky's statements the night before his sentencing.
See the video below for more details on Sandusky's sentencing.
I had to stray from Slate.com a bit this week to cover this important story, as not much attention was given to the matter on their site. I turned to CBS News and Sports, as well as the Associated Press to get more coverage of this high-profile sentencing.
Judge John Cleland said that Sandusky was being sentenced for "abusing the trust of those who trusted you" and "for the betrayal of those who looked up to you," according to Armen Keteyian, chief investigative correspondent for CBS News.
The judge said this will likely be a life sentence for the 68-year-old assistant to the late Joe Paterno. While Sandusky maintains that he is innocent, it is unlikely that his defense team's upcoming appeal will reduce his sentence.
Sandusky gave a statement at his sentencing, according to the Associated Press, in which he lamented on the hardships of going to prison and how hard it would be for him to be away from his wife and four children.
He said,"I've forgiven, I've been forgiven. I've comforted others, I've been comforted. I've been kissed by dogs, I've been bit by dogs. I've conformed, I've also been different. I've been me. I've been loved, I've been hated."
According to Slate, under state law in Pennsylvania, Sandusky cannot be released on parole before he has served the minimum sentence ordered by the judge. Because of his age, it is likely Sandusky will never be released.
Not everyone is satisfied with the sentencing, though. CBS Sports Columnist, Gregg Doyel tweeted his disgust from his personal twitter on Tuesday morning, while Sandusky was trending.
Sandusky has continued to play the victim throughout the ordeal that began a year ago. Anderson Cooper tweeted about Sandusky's statements the night before his sentencing.
See the video below for more details on Sandusky's sentencing.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Repetition Patterns in COM
Today in JO 304, we began learning the art of photography. After a number of technical difficulties, I eventually managed to get a couple pictures (with the help of Lisa Braun, as per usual) and create this slide show using soundslide and filezilla. Very cool process!
Enjoy! (for a limited time)
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Cambridge Mayor Proposes Ban on Soda
In June, Cambridge Mayor Henrietta Davis proposed a ban on the sale of sugary drinks, including soda, in containers of 16 ounces or more in Cambridge restaurants. Davis credits New York City mayor, Michael Bloomberg's recent similar soda ban in delis, restaurants, shops, and movie theaters.
The proposal has been met with mixed reactions, and the mayor decided to seek recommendations from Cambridge's Public Health department before moving forward. She has suggested that perhaps instead of a legal restriction, there could be a voluntary system of participation, and perhaps the city council could create an incentive program to get Cambridge eateries on board.
I interviewed members of the Boston University community to get an idea of how they feel about the potential ban.
What do you think? Should the government be taking all steps necessary to keep the public healthy, or is the responsibility of the individual to avoid putting his or herself at risk by consuming unhealthy products?
P.S. This is an example of convergence! (see my first post for definition!)
The proposal has been met with mixed reactions, and the mayor decided to seek recommendations from Cambridge's Public Health department before moving forward. She has suggested that perhaps instead of a legal restriction, there could be a voluntary system of participation, and perhaps the city council could create an incentive program to get Cambridge eateries on board.
I interviewed members of the Boston University community to get an idea of how they feel about the potential ban.
What do you think? Should the government be taking all steps necessary to keep the public healthy, or is the responsibility of the individual to avoid putting his or herself at risk by consuming unhealthy products?
P.S. This is an example of convergence! (see my first post for definition!)
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