Taboos

Hello everyone! My name is Michel Williams and I am super excited to be exploring the world of interracial dating. In today’s society (i.e. the post-Civil Rights era), dating or marrying outside of one’s race does not seem as daunting for couples as it once was. Unfortunately, the same prejudices that many faced in the early 20th century may still be prevalent in...

If done well, surveys of large groups tell a meaningful story such as how a class of people is viewed by society. This week, I began to craft such a survey. I pilot tested an approach, sample questions and discovered technology bugs over the span of two days last week. The responses I received were surprising and beg for further...

His jacket opened as he told me of his ideas. His hair was pushed down and then slicked back in a wave. This style seemed very "Steve-ish," His mind seemed attentive but drifted to the world around as he began pitching his idea. Raymond Chavez Rodriguez, 18, was born in Northridge and resides currently in Winnetka. "I wanna see if there's...

Baseball is America’s pastime. When you think of baseball, you think of pitching, hitting, and maybe even sunflower seeds. However, there are other aspects about baseball besides pitching, hitting, and fielding. These aspects include the different routines, rituals, taboos, and even fetishes that different ball players have. All of these extra elements of baseball...

In a coffee-charged writing spree, I was able to cook up a good proposal for my magazine publication. This is my first semester working with the magazine, but I'm excited nonetheless. Here is a little taste of what my main project in this class will be: Sorcerers, Seers, and Shamans, they come in all shapes, forms, and incantations. We’ve seen...

People who live on the edge of what many voices in society deem normal — those who deal drugs for a living, those who sell skin for a living and those who live without a god or religion -- will be profiled in an upcoming article for the Pierce College Bull magazine. With one interview down and the spring 2014...

Especially in Los Angeles, it seems like people are treating their dogs as if it is their own flesh in blood child. The biggest mistake dog owners can make with their dogs is to treat them like humans. The human race is such a kind, compassionate species that we tend to look at our canine companions as little humans, when in...

From as early as I can remember, I loved fashion. This passion has become my career in many different ways. I have been a clothing designer, vintage retail store owner and most recently spent the last three-plus years as a freelance wardrobe stylist and fashion writer. I am excited about the opportunity to hone my skills and gain valuable...