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A5 Cheung
I was born and raise in Chicago, IL, also known as the windy city. I am a Southsider, fan of the Sox, and deep dished pizza lover. Living in such a vibrant city for my whole life, I love to travel and explore other new places. I have been to 20 states in the US, Canada, China, Hong Kong, France, Monaco, Italy, and Switzerland. Traveling is a great way to learn history, and I believe that it is important to study World History to have a better understanding of the world around us and where we live. I have been to three of the seven continents, so one of my lifetime goals is to travel to six continents (except Antarctica). A5 Cheung
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June 1st 2012
1. What is something you accomplished this year that you are proud of? I am proud of my achievements in AP Chemistry because I worked really hard in it. I did different things to study for the AP Chem exam, and I hope I scored well on it. 2. What was the most challenging part of this year for you? The most challenging part of this year is fighting senioritis because it is our last year and everyone is less motivated. 3. If you could change one thing that happened this year, what would it be?If I could change one thing that happened this year, I would try my absolute hardest in Calculus 2. Since I did not pass Calculus 2 with a B or higher, I was not able to be moved onto the next ... read more
May 22nd 2012
Amnesty International is an non-governmental and non-profit organization with more than three million supporters in more than 150 countries. Their goal is to ensure all people around the world have the basic human rights declared in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights regardless of who they are and what they believe. Amnesty International conducts research to help solve the human rights issues that exist today, and they interact with different people, government, and organizations to make a change. Moreover, they inform people about their work through media. An example of their work is their support for Chen Guangcheng, a Chinese activist who recently escaped from China. They support his cause and help him with his life in the USA.... read more
May 3rd 2012
World War l - Woodrow Wilson, Fourteen Points, League of Nations - Treaty of Versailles Prohibition The Great Depression - FDR, New Deal World War ll - Allies: US, Britain - Axis: Germany, Japan Italy - Holocaut, Anne Frank, Nazis, Hitler, My Struggle - Mussolini, Chruchill - Pearl Harbor, atomic bombs, Nagasaki, Hiroshima Japan interment camps, 1066 Civil Rights Movement - Martin Luther Kings, WEB DuBois, Rosa Park, Little Rock Nine, Malcolm X, KKK - "I Have a Dream", The Raisen in the Sun, Brown v. Board of Education Harlem Renaissance - Jazz Vietnam War - North Vietnam, South Vietnam, France, US, China - Communism, Ho Chi Ming Cold War - Soviet Union, Russia, US - Iron Curtain, Space War, Kennedy - Bay of Pigs, Fidel Castro, Cuban missile crisis Tiananmen... read more
April 26th 2012
UIUC 1. Intercultural Friendship Foundation I want to join this club because it would give me a chance to meet our students from around the globe and learn about different cultures. 2. Alternative Spring Break I want to join this club because I can travel and do community service during my break and use my time more productively.... read more
April 16th 2012
TOP TEN at UICCP 1) Friends Not only seniors, I have friends from all four grade levels. They have supported me through different stages of my high school career and shaped me as who I am today. I am truly grateful for the friends I have made at UICCP because they are the reason I wake up in the morning and come to school. 2) Bowling New start at a new school, bowling was the first thing I tried freshman year. It signified me stepping out of my comfort zone. 3) Teachers Without teachers, I would not have gone so far in my high school path. They have educated and supported us to our absolute best. 4) Math Team Math team has taught me how to fight alone, but never give up for your passion. 5) ... read more
March 27th 2012
Daniela Don Over the four years, I have seen Daniela working hard for her academics and never has she given up. She does what is necessary in order for her to maintain her GPA. She has the spirit of a true firecat! Keep up the great work! Isabel Macias Despite the influences of other firecats who are bad examples, Isabel has followed her own beliefs and values which shapes the person she is today. Once she is determined to work for a goal, Isabel can accomplish many great things. She demonstrates the character of a firecat like scholarship, honor, and discipline. ... read more
March 19th 2012
I am only one in 7 billion people living on this planet. It is hard to describe the magnificence of our mighty world. As a child, I was fascinated by the pictures on the cover of National Geographic: the astonishing images of indigenous tribes in Brazil and nomads in Mongolia inspired me to travel around the world! Because of these inspiring images that sparked my curiosity, I have been motivated to study abroad. During the summer of 2011 at a French language camp, I learned Irish slangs from the rugby boys, meditation from my Lebanese roommate, and pizza making from my Italian friends. The lifelong friendships I made were incredibly rewarding because these interactions with others strengthened my knowledge about different people and cultures. Even though there was a language barrier, I still embraced and adapted ... read more
22. Syria dominates U.N. Security Council meeting [Arab Spring -Syria]
Published: March 13th 2012Middle East » SyriaMarch 13th 2012
Women and children were killed by being stabbed or burned to death on Sunday in Homs, Syria. Because the problem is getting worse and worse, United States and Britain wants immediate action to stop the violence in Syria, but Russia does not want to get involved in the situation and just wants a peaceful compromise. Russia does not want to repeat history again like what happened in Libya with the NATO involvement last year. The Russian representative believes the blame is on "members of al Qaeda and the Free Syrian Army" for starting the violence. Reports from Syrian in refugee camp in Turkey say that they want the international community to help them. - How does your current event relate to topics or ideas that we have discussed in world history. Explain fully The violence in ... read more
March 4th 2012
1. According to this article, how is modern slavery different from earlier forms of slavery throughout history? Modern slavery is different from earlier forms of slavery throughout history because it does not involve slaves working on plantations, but thousands and thousands of people forced to work unwillingly. The most serious crime after drugs is sex trafficking. 2. Why does this movement against human sex trafficking connect to the legacy of President Lincoln? President Lincoln wrote the Emanicipation Proclamation to end slavery and the 13th Amendment changed the course of slavery in the US. Modern day human sex trafficking is a violation of human rights, and it is a form of modern day slavery. 3. Describe the Polaris project. What do you think about this project? Polaris project started out in 2002 to help stop human sex ... read more
February 28th 2012
How has the Columbian Exchange & Triangle Trade affected current day foods & culture? Peanut Butter Brittle 1. What are the origins of this recipe? My family learned this from other people, and we kind of made it into our style. We use a different type of sugar than regular sugar. 2. Does your family in someway identify with this recipe? Why or why not? Yes, we eat peanut butter brittle as treats whenever my grandma has fun time making them. :) 3. Do you think people should have access to a variety of foods? Why or why not? Yes! Trying a variety of foods lets you try new things! It also lets people learn more about other cultures. 4. In general, do you think food is an important aspect of one’s culture? Explain. Food is ... read more
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