Are the streets of New York really that clean? Dr. Julia Ziyatdinova, a professor from Kazan State Technological University seemed to think so when she spoke at SUNY Albany on March 19th.
After spending an hour speaking to a history class about her religion, she opened up to a couple of students outside the classroom and shared her thoughts of her first time in New York. But how different are New York and Kazan? “Old people drive cars” she said. In Kazan, elderly people are seen walking on sidewalks as opposed to driving. On a certain website where responses are made about elderly people’s driving skills, all thirteen people agreed that elderly people should be tested to renew their license every couple of years.
In a city only several hours away, the differences are unbelievable. Dr. Ziyatdinova mentioned that in Kazan, divorce is unspoken of. Although in New York as in many other places, divorce is not something we celebrate, it is very common. “Divorce is not something talked about in our culture” she said. Divorce statistics show that New York’s divorce rate was close to 46,000 in 1998 and has only been on the rise. New York ranked number five for divorces in 1998.
After listing all the differences, she did not fail to mention our public transportation system. Many can agree that it is somewhat uncomfortable but we, as New Yorkers are used to the subway system and loud people on the bus. “In our system, people behave well,” she stated after sharing that she thought people on the bus were drunk. Are New Yorkers really that out of control? She stated, “Americans are always chewing or drinking or eating something.” In Kazan, it is rude to walk with a bottled drink in the street, people don’t do it. Surprisingly, students in Kazan do not wear pajamas to class. In New York most students not only walk to class wearing pajamas, but they are carrying a bottled drink in their hand as well.
Dr. Ziyatdinova helped the students better understand that all people and places are different. Kazan does not have as much diversity as New York does or as many Chinese restaurants, but although she stated, “it’s good that people show their culture here, she does not think about moving; “I love my city” she said.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
"The Paper" by Aaron Matthews, rewritten.
“The Paper” by Aaron Matthews
Tabloids are taking over! Newspapers companies are going through drastic decline; people are more interested in tabloids than “hard news.”
With all the tabloid magazines out there, it is difficult to resist from reading about celebrities and what new marriage occurred the night before. “US” magazine, “People” magazine and many other tabloidy magazines manages to grab attention. After reading about Britney Spears on the front cover of a newspaper, Aaron Matthews, director of the documentary “The Paper” stated, “That was news and it was kind of depressing.” With Anna Nicole Smith on the cover of every nationwide newspaper for months, it is difficult to set the standards for the news that really counts.
Tabloid sales have been on the increase as newspaper sales have been on the decline. With “The New York Times” reporting of a 3.5 percent sales cut and “The Boston Globe” reporting a 6.7 percent sales cut, as stated in a “New York Times” article; it is safe to say that tabloids are getting the best of it. “I’m all for entertainment, I’m into all that stuff just as much as the next person,” said Matthews; but how far can it go? Matthews did not fail to mention that although he does have a love for sports and celebrity news, he said, “Newspapers should be fulfilling their obligation to be a watchdog. The more they report about Anna Nicole Smith, the less I know about news that really matters.” So what news really matters? Matthews said he would rather read about schools that his children are attending and politics than about Britney’s next hand. The news that really matters is the news that affects you in everyday life.
Matthews manages to relate the issue of what news really matters to his documentary “The Paper.” He said that his inspiration to make such a documentary came from his amazement with news these days and the fact that anything fit as a story. This documentary about “The Daily Collegian” in Pennsylvania State University shows how difficult it is to make a decision on what to publish; on what be pass as “hard news.” In a specific scene, two characters decide it would be a good idea to add a relationship column to the newspaper. By adding this column, they are tying to attract a younger audience, similar to the tabloid’s incentive. If college newspapers have reached a point in which politics, fires and deaths are not enough; this affect will begin to show on nationwide newspapers as well. Where can one draw the line and decide what news is worth printing.
“Less news is devoted to things that actually affect your life,” said Matthews. On the recent covers of magazines, there were pictures of Jennifer Aniston and her “war” with Angelina Jolie. How much does this really matter? Although it may be entertaining, these people are just like everyone else; so what affect does this news really have on us? Hillary Clinton and Barak Obama are running for presidency; that is news that will affect us, terrorists attack a school a school in Israel; that is news that will affect us.
Tabloids are taking over! Newspapers companies are going through drastic decline; people are more interested in tabloids than “hard news.”
With all the tabloid magazines out there, it is difficult to resist from reading about celebrities and what new marriage occurred the night before. “US” magazine, “People” magazine and many other tabloidy magazines manages to grab attention. After reading about Britney Spears on the front cover of a newspaper, Aaron Matthews, director of the documentary “The Paper” stated, “That was news and it was kind of depressing.” With Anna Nicole Smith on the cover of every nationwide newspaper for months, it is difficult to set the standards for the news that really counts.
Tabloid sales have been on the increase as newspaper sales have been on the decline. With “The New York Times” reporting of a 3.5 percent sales cut and “The Boston Globe” reporting a 6.7 percent sales cut, as stated in a “New York Times” article; it is safe to say that tabloids are getting the best of it. “I’m all for entertainment, I’m into all that stuff just as much as the next person,” said Matthews; but how far can it go? Matthews did not fail to mention that although he does have a love for sports and celebrity news, he said, “Newspapers should be fulfilling their obligation to be a watchdog. The more they report about Anna Nicole Smith, the less I know about news that really matters.” So what news really matters? Matthews said he would rather read about schools that his children are attending and politics than about Britney’s next hand. The news that really matters is the news that affects you in everyday life.
Matthews manages to relate the issue of what news really matters to his documentary “The Paper.” He said that his inspiration to make such a documentary came from his amazement with news these days and the fact that anything fit as a story. This documentary about “The Daily Collegian” in Pennsylvania State University shows how difficult it is to make a decision on what to publish; on what be pass as “hard news.” In a specific scene, two characters decide it would be a good idea to add a relationship column to the newspaper. By adding this column, they are tying to attract a younger audience, similar to the tabloid’s incentive. If college newspapers have reached a point in which politics, fires and deaths are not enough; this affect will begin to show on nationwide newspapers as well. Where can one draw the line and decide what news is worth printing.
“Less news is devoted to things that actually affect your life,” said Matthews. On the recent covers of magazines, there were pictures of Jennifer Aniston and her “war” with Angelina Jolie. How much does this really matter? Although it may be entertaining, these people are just like everyone else; so what affect does this news really have on us? Hillary Clinton and Barak Obama are running for presidency; that is news that will affect us, terrorists attack a school a school in Israel; that is news that will affect us.
Monday, March 17, 2008
Governor Spitzer
“Client Clean becomes Client 9,” was on the front cover of almost every article in the “Daily News” over the past couple of days.
On March 11th 2008, Eliot Spitzer’s picture, the Governor of New York was visible on every newspaper and magazine in the state. Spitzer was said to be involved in a “high class hooker sting” as stated on the front cover of the “Daily News.” Throughout the week, the “Daily News” has been reporting what they know about the story, but in some cases it may be better to just wait until all the facts are correct.
On March 11th, there were nine pages filled with news on Spitzer. Every article was written about different aspects of the story. On this day, the newspaper did not tell whether or not Spitzer was going to resign yet, it said he was still deciding. On March 11th an article stated that Spitzer paid $5,500 per hour and on March 12th; the article stated that he paid $4,300. Additionally, on March 11th, the “Daily News” said that Spitzer was using his campaign money to pay for Kristen, the hooker; whereas on March 12th it said he was using taxpayer’s money. March 11th’s paper said that Spitzer had a number of clients and specified Kristen in particular. On March 12th, the “Daily News” said he had ten clients and listed ways in which he contacted each of these clients.
On March 14th, there were articles about Spitzer’s resignation from the Governor position and “Kristen’s Story.” This newspaper had articles listing the hottest girls Spitzer had. Additionally, there were some articles about Paterson taking over Spitzer’s role and the fact that he is African American, causing problems. Today, On March 17, 2008, Paterson if officially New York’s new Governor. There are articles in the newspaper today on the fact that Spitzer could have spent tens of thousands on call girls when on March 11th, it was only $5,500 on one.
From March 11th to March 17th, the “Daily News” has been reporting on Governor Spitzer. However, it is safe to say that because they were so quick to get the story out, they got some of their facts wrong. Is it better to wait and get the facts right than to report instantly? In my opinion, I think reporting instantly is what journalists are supposed to do. They are always in competition with each other and therefore need to be on top of it. Additionally, the public should know what is going on as it occurs; journalists can later correct mistaken facts as they did over the past couple of days in the “Daily News.”
“At least now Dianne Sawyer will be able to air her hooker special,” stated the “Daily News.”
On March 11th 2008, Eliot Spitzer’s picture, the Governor of New York was visible on every newspaper and magazine in the state. Spitzer was said to be involved in a “high class hooker sting” as stated on the front cover of the “Daily News.” Throughout the week, the “Daily News” has been reporting what they know about the story, but in some cases it may be better to just wait until all the facts are correct.
On March 11th, there were nine pages filled with news on Spitzer. Every article was written about different aspects of the story. On this day, the newspaper did not tell whether or not Spitzer was going to resign yet, it said he was still deciding. On March 11th an article stated that Spitzer paid $5,500 per hour and on March 12th; the article stated that he paid $4,300. Additionally, on March 11th, the “Daily News” said that Spitzer was using his campaign money to pay for Kristen, the hooker; whereas on March 12th it said he was using taxpayer’s money. March 11th’s paper said that Spitzer had a number of clients and specified Kristen in particular. On March 12th, the “Daily News” said he had ten clients and listed ways in which he contacted each of these clients.
On March 14th, there were articles about Spitzer’s resignation from the Governor position and “Kristen’s Story.” This newspaper had articles listing the hottest girls Spitzer had. Additionally, there were some articles about Paterson taking over Spitzer’s role and the fact that he is African American, causing problems. Today, On March 17, 2008, Paterson if officially New York’s new Governor. There are articles in the newspaper today on the fact that Spitzer could have spent tens of thousands on call girls when on March 11th, it was only $5,500 on one.
From March 11th to March 17th, the “Daily News” has been reporting on Governor Spitzer. However, it is safe to say that because they were so quick to get the story out, they got some of their facts wrong. Is it better to wait and get the facts right than to report instantly? In my opinion, I think reporting instantly is what journalists are supposed to do. They are always in competition with each other and therefore need to be on top of it. Additionally, the public should know what is going on as it occurs; journalists can later correct mistaken facts as they did over the past couple of days in the “Daily News.”
“At least now Dianne Sawyer will be able to air her hooker special,” stated the “Daily News.”
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Class Assignment
New Orleans after Katrina is empty, dirty and dangerous it’s full ofsewage, rot and debris.
Smell of swamp and dead bodies. Corners and funeral directors are roundingup bodies, some of them are decomposed. They have to detoxify them beforethey can be identified. Some people are resisting orders to evacuate andthey hide out in their homes when deputies come to search.“I don’t need much I got twelve gallons of water in my house and I gotthose army meals they’re handing out. I got chef boy-r-dee too” saidMichael David who is one of the survivors who are showing remarkablespirit.
“This city is going to be better when they rebuild it because they aregoing to get rid of the knuckleheads that was causing the problems herebefore.”
Smell of swamp and dead bodies. Corners and funeral directors are roundingup bodies, some of them are decomposed. They have to detoxify them beforethey can be identified. Some people are resisting orders to evacuate andthey hide out in their homes when deputies come to search.“I don’t need much I got twelve gallons of water in my house and I gotthose army meals they’re handing out. I got chef boy-r-dee too” saidMichael David who is one of the survivors who are showing remarkablespirit.
“This city is going to be better when they rebuild it because they aregoing to get rid of the knuckleheads that was causing the problems herebefore.”
Akan Gold
Alfred C. Glzassell, an oiling gas entrepreneur has been collecting Akangold for years now. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts is going to put on aspecial exhibit of this Akan gold from Ghana from March 12th-30th, 2008.
The exhibit will allow people to understand that this tradition of wearing gold was remarkable. The Akan chiefs of Ghana all wore crowns, amulets and bracelets, they had guns made out ofglittering gold up until the 19th century. The Akan King wore amazingjewelry which was 8-12 karats of gold for every piece. Although thejewelry did not belong to him, they were given to him by Akan rulers. Ghana became an independent nation in 1957. The Akan leaders continue to have a lot of authority and social prestige; many of them are the bankers and lawyers of modern Ghana.
Doran H. Ross, an Art Historian who wrote the catalog for the exhibitcoming up stated, “I find it amazing that the people of southern Ghanastill wear amazing gold pieces.”
The exhibit will allow people to understand that this tradition of wearing gold was remarkable. The Akan chiefs of Ghana all wore crowns, amulets and bracelets, they had guns made out ofglittering gold up until the 19th century. The Akan King wore amazingjewelry which was 8-12 karats of gold for every piece. Although thejewelry did not belong to him, they were given to him by Akan rulers. Ghana became an independent nation in 1957. The Akan leaders continue to have a lot of authority and social prestige; many of them are the bankers and lawyers of modern Ghana.
Doran H. Ross, an Art Historian who wrote the catalog for the exhibitcoming up stated, “I find it amazing that the people of southern Ghanastill wear amazing gold pieces.”
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights consists of the first ten amendments of the Constitution of the United States. The first ten amendments became the Bill of Rights in 1791. Every amendment consists of different rights people should have.
First Amendment-
1. Congress cannot make a law respecting an establishment of religion.
2. Congress cannot make a law prohibiting, or taking away the freedom of speech.
3. Congress cannot make a law prohibiting, or taking away the freedom of the press.
4. Congress cannot make a law prohibiting, or taking away the right of the people peaceably to assemble.
5. Congress cannot make a law taking away people's right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Second Amendment-
People have the right to bear arms.
Third Amendment-
"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law"
Fourth Amendment-
The right to privacy; to secure your belongings and reject searches and seizures.
Fifth Amendment-
People have the right not to incriminate themselves.
Sixth Amendment-
An accused person has the right to trial so that a judge and jury can make the decision on the accusation.
Seventh Amendment-
"The right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law."
Eighth Amendment-
Bail, fines and unusual punishment should not be required.
Ninth Amendment-
The fact that the constitution lists rights, does not mean that the ones brought upon by the people should be denied.
Tenth Amendment
"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."
http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/wwww/us/billofrightsdef.htm
First Amendment-
1. Congress cannot make a law respecting an establishment of religion.
2. Congress cannot make a law prohibiting, or taking away the freedom of speech.
3. Congress cannot make a law prohibiting, or taking away the freedom of the press.
4. Congress cannot make a law prohibiting, or taking away the right of the people peaceably to assemble.
5. Congress cannot make a law taking away people's right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Second Amendment-
People have the right to bear arms.
Third Amendment-
"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law"
Fourth Amendment-
The right to privacy; to secure your belongings and reject searches and seizures.
Fifth Amendment-
People have the right not to incriminate themselves.
Sixth Amendment-
An accused person has the right to trial so that a judge and jury can make the decision on the accusation.
Seventh Amendment-
"The right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law."
Eighth Amendment-
Bail, fines and unusual punishment should not be required.
Ninth Amendment-
The fact that the constitution lists rights, does not mean that the ones brought upon by the people should be denied.
Tenth Amendment
"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."
http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/wwww/us/billofrightsdef.htm
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Vicki Zeldin
Vicki Zeldin is a spokeswoman for the New York State Health Department
Her address is 4 Saradale Avenue Albany New York 12211
Phone Number- (518) 465 0769
Her address is 4 Saradale Avenue Albany New York 12211
Phone Number- (518) 465 0769
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Prince Harry and the British Press.
Prince Harry is fighting in Afghanistan. This is a top news story which should have been known to the world. As the Prince, the fact that he wants to escape his “royalty” life and serve in the army is big news.
I believe that the British Press should not have kept it a secret. Due to the fact that he is the Prince, I think that it is important for the people who live there to know what he is up to. Journalists should report on everything they can because the more news they expose, the better. By the British Press keeping Prince Harry’s business a secret, it shows that not only are they irresponsible but they don’t have their priorities set. The fact that Prince Harry is serving shows courage and dignity; why would the Press want that to be kept a secret? I personally believe that people would look up to him more because he is taking a stand, joining the army and helping out his nation. I would hope that every possible story is being printed, keeping me and everyone else aware of events occurring not just in their cities, but in the entire world. It is important to be up to date and I think the British press made a wrong decision by keeping it secret because if this is kept secret, what’s next?
http://www.newsday.com/news/printedition/world/ny-woharr015597497mar01,0,3399964.story
I believe that the British Press should not have kept it a secret. Due to the fact that he is the Prince, I think that it is important for the people who live there to know what he is up to. Journalists should report on everything they can because the more news they expose, the better. By the British Press keeping Prince Harry’s business a secret, it shows that not only are they irresponsible but they don’t have their priorities set. The fact that Prince Harry is serving shows courage and dignity; why would the Press want that to be kept a secret? I personally believe that people would look up to him more because he is taking a stand, joining the army and helping out his nation. I would hope that every possible story is being printed, keeping me and everyone else aware of events occurring not just in their cities, but in the entire world. It is important to be up to date and I think the British press made a wrong decision by keeping it secret because if this is kept secret, what’s next?
http://www.newsday.com/news/printedition/world/ny-woharr015597497mar01,0,3399964.story
Prince Harry and the British Press.
Prince Harry is fighting in Afghanistan. This is a top news story which should have been known to the world. As the Prince, the fact that he wants to escape his “royalty” life and serve in the army is big news.I believe that the British Press should not have kept it a secret. Due to the fact that he is the Prince, I think that it is important for the people who live there to know what he is up to.
Journalists should report on everything they can because the more news they expose, the better. By the British Press keeping Prince Harry’s business a secret, it shows that not only are they irresponsible, but they don’t have their priorities set. The fact that Prince Harry is serving shows courage and dignity; why would the Press want that to be kept a secret? I personally believe that people would look up to him more because he is taking a stand, joining the army and helping out his nation. I would hope that every possible story is being printed, keeping me and everone else aware of events occurring not just in their cities but in the entire world. It is important to be up to date and I think the British press made a wrong decision by keeping it secret because if this is kept secret, what’s next?
http://www.newsday.com/news/printedition/world/ny-woharr015597497mar01,0,3399964.story
Journalists should report on everything they can because the more news they expose, the better. By the British Press keeping Prince Harry’s business a secret, it shows that not only are they irresponsible, but they don’t have their priorities set. The fact that Prince Harry is serving shows courage and dignity; why would the Press want that to be kept a secret? I personally believe that people would look up to him more because he is taking a stand, joining the army and helping out his nation. I would hope that every possible story is being printed, keeping me and everone else aware of events occurring not just in their cities but in the entire world. It is important to be up to date and I think the British press made a wrong decision by keeping it secret because if this is kept secret, what’s next?
http://www.newsday.com/news/printedition/world/ny-woharr015597497mar01,0,3399964.story
Thursday, March 6, 2008
“The Paper” by Aaron Matthews.
In recent years, newspaper companies have been going through a drastic decline due to the fact that people are more interested in tabloids than “hard news.” With all the tabloid magazines out there, it is difficult to resist from reading about celebrities and what new marriage occurred the night before. “US” magazine, “People” magazine and many others tabloid oriented magazines manage to grab people’s attention with the glimpse of an eye. After reading about Britney Spears on the front cover of a newspaper, Aaron Matthews stated, “That was news and it was kind of depressing.” With Anna Nicole Smith on the cover of every nation-wide newspaper for months, it is difficult to set the standards for the news that really counts.
Tabloid sales have been on the increase as newspaper sales have been on the decline. With “The New York Times” reporting of a 3.5 percent cut and “The Boston Globe” reporting a 6.7 percent cut, as stated in a New York Times article, it is safe to say that tabloids are getting the best of it. “I’m all for entertainment, I’m into all that stuff just as much as the next person,” said Matthews, but how far can it go? Matthews did not fail to mention that although he does have a love for sports and celebrity news, he said, “Newspapers should be fulfilling their obligation to be a watchdog. The more they report about Anna Nicole Smith, the less I know about news that matters.” So what news really matters? Matthews shared that he would rather read about schools that his children are attending and politics than about the next marriage Britney Spears is in. The news that really matters is the news that affects you in everyday life.
Matthews managed to show the stress journalists have to go through in his documentary “The Paper.” He pointed out that his influence to make such a documentary came along with the amazement he was having with news these days. This documentary about students writing for “The Daily Collegian” in Pennsylvania State University shows how difficult it is to make a decision on what articles should be published. In a specific scene, two characters decided it would be a good idea to add a relationship column to the newspaper. By adding a relationship column, they are trying to attract a younger audience, similar to the tabloid’s incentive. If college newspapers have reached a point in which politics, fires and deaths are not enough; this effect will begin to show on nationwide newspapers as well. Where can one draw the line and decide what news is worth printing?
“Less news is devoted to things that actually affect your life” said Matthews. On the recent covers of magazines, there were pictures of Jennifer Aniston and her “war” with Angelina Jolie. How much does this really matter? Although it may be entertaining, these people are just like everyone else; so what affect does this news really have on people. Hillary Clinton and Barak Obama are running for presidency; that is news that will affect us, terrorists attack in a school in Israel; that is news that affects us. “I want news divisions to cover news” said Matthews. Matthews, similar to many other people would like to see people buying newspapers instead of magazines, reading about politics instead of the Oscars and caring about their economy; because at the end of the day, those are the things that really matter.
In recent years, newspaper companies have been going through a drastic decline due to the fact that people are more interested in tabloids than “hard news.” With all the tabloid magazines out there, it is difficult to resist from reading about celebrities and what new marriage occurred the night before. “US” magazine, “People” magazine and many others tabloid oriented magazines manage to grab people’s attention with the glimpse of an eye. After reading about Britney Spears on the front cover of a newspaper, Aaron Matthews stated, “That was news and it was kind of depressing.” With Anna Nicole Smith on the cover of every nation-wide newspaper for months, it is difficult to set the standards for the news that really counts.
Tabloid sales have been on the increase as newspaper sales have been on the decline. With “The New York Times” reporting of a 3.5 percent cut and “The Boston Globe” reporting a 6.7 percent cut, as stated in a New York Times article, it is safe to say that tabloids are getting the best of it. “I’m all for entertainment, I’m into all that stuff just as much as the next person,” said Matthews, but how far can it go? Matthews did not fail to mention that although he does have a love for sports and celebrity news, he said, “Newspapers should be fulfilling their obligation to be a watchdog. The more they report about Anna Nicole Smith, the less I know about news that matters.” So what news really matters? Matthews shared that he would rather read about schools that his children are attending and politics than about the next marriage Britney Spears is in. The news that really matters is the news that affects you in everyday life.
Matthews managed to show the stress journalists have to go through in his documentary “The Paper.” He pointed out that his influence to make such a documentary came along with the amazement he was having with news these days. This documentary about students writing for “The Daily Collegian” in Pennsylvania State University shows how difficult it is to make a decision on what articles should be published. In a specific scene, two characters decided it would be a good idea to add a relationship column to the newspaper. By adding a relationship column, they are trying to attract a younger audience, similar to the tabloid’s incentive. If college newspapers have reached a point in which politics, fires and deaths are not enough; this effect will begin to show on nationwide newspapers as well. Where can one draw the line and decide what news is worth printing?
“Less news is devoted to things that actually affect your life” said Matthews. On the recent covers of magazines, there were pictures of Jennifer Aniston and her “war” with Angelina Jolie. How much does this really matter? Although it may be entertaining, these people are just like everyone else; so what affect does this news really have on people. Hillary Clinton and Barak Obama are running for presidency; that is news that will affect us, terrorists attack in a school in Israel; that is news that affects us. “I want news divisions to cover news” said Matthews. Matthews, similar to many other people would like to see people buying newspapers instead of magazines, reading about politics instead of the Oscars and caring about their economy; because at the end of the day, those are the things that really matter.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Budget Interview
Estefenia Rodriguez is not the typical college girl. Suprisingly, Estefenia grew up in Manhattan but does not live up to the sterotypes of high class "city people." After comparing her budget to mine, I realized that I manage to spend so much more money than she does. It is shocking to see other college students save their money. From my experience, I have had a difficult time saving money and not going out when all my friends do.
Estefenia does not go out a lot and when she does, she refrains from drinking, leading her to spend close to no money. I however drink when I go out and therefore spend much more money a night. Her "going out" expenses are close to $20.00 per month. Additionally, she does not ever have to take a cab back to campus because her friends have cars which is also a reason she saves a lot of money. Estefenia spends about $70.00 a month on going home and about $65.00 per month on necessities such as beauty supplies.
Due to the fact that she is in EOP, her tuition is fully paid by the school. The school gave her $200.00 per semester for books but she had to add $100.00 for the difference. She has a work-study job which pays her $228.00. Although sometimes she does not go to all of her hours, she still manages to recieve close to the intended income per month. Her parents give her $200.00 a month and although she has money coming in from many different places and does not have to pay tuition, she does not have a savings.
I would say that she has her priorities set. She does not go out a lot and when she does, she does not drink which shows that she is a very responsible person. Additionally, she goes home once a month which shows that her family and friends from home are imporant to her. Moreover, as a college student, it is somewhat difficult to maintain both a job and an average GPA and Estefenia does. She is clearly a motivated woman who wants to accomplish a lot in life.
Estefenia does not go out a lot and when she does, she refrains from drinking, leading her to spend close to no money. I however drink when I go out and therefore spend much more money a night. Her "going out" expenses are close to $20.00 per month. Additionally, she does not ever have to take a cab back to campus because her friends have cars which is also a reason she saves a lot of money. Estefenia spends about $70.00 a month on going home and about $65.00 per month on necessities such as beauty supplies.
Due to the fact that she is in EOP, her tuition is fully paid by the school. The school gave her $200.00 per semester for books but she had to add $100.00 for the difference. She has a work-study job which pays her $228.00. Although sometimes she does not go to all of her hours, she still manages to recieve close to the intended income per month. Her parents give her $200.00 a month and although she has money coming in from many different places and does not have to pay tuition, she does not have a savings.
I would say that she has her priorities set. She does not go out a lot and when she does, she does not drink which shows that she is a very responsible person. Additionally, she goes home once a month which shows that her family and friends from home are imporant to her. Moreover, as a college student, it is somewhat difficult to maintain both a job and an average GPA and Estefenia does. She is clearly a motivated woman who wants to accomplish a lot in life.
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