Writing Examples
The Pen is Mightier
Within this section of my portfolio are many of my writing samples. A mastery of the English language is so important in our daily lives, especially to anybody in a communications-related field. Business negotiations may break down if words are chosen improperly, and our character can be called into question if we fail to send grammatically correct e-mails in our day-to-day correspondences.
I have divided the writings below by genre. My research papers, opinion essays, and other formal works are located near the top of the page. Fiction and creative writing can be found towards the bottom. Enjoy!
Research Papers
Blind Sight: A Look at Extrasensory Perception
Written for a high school Advanced Placement English class, this research paper probes the mysteries of extrasensory perception. Completed March 28, 2001.
With Liberty and Justice for All: Civil Liberties in America
This is a research paper that was written for a college Political Science class. It is a short analysis of some of the history behind America's unique political system. Completed March 25, 2002.
Minorities in U.S. Film and Television
A research paper for an introductory Communications course, this example reflects upon the way in which various minorities are portrayed in American television and film. Completed December 15, 2004.
Copyright and Piracy
The final research paper for an upper-level Communications course, this example discusses modern copyright laws and the current debate surrounding piracy of intellectual property. Completed April 21, 2005.
Hannibal: A Tactician Ahead of His Time
Written as the final paper for a Roman History class, this research paper explores Hannibal's military campaign against the Romans. Completed April 14, 2005.
Opinion Essays
If Music Be the Food of Life
Written for a college Rhetoric class, this is an analysis of a highly inspirational address given by Frances J. McClain. Completed March 13, 2002.
Not My Fault: Enchanted by Role-playing Games
This is an opinion paper that discusses the values of traditional role-playing games, written for a college Rhetoric course. Completed April 14, 2002.
Creative Fiction
Constant
Written for a college Prose class, this is an example of creative fiction. It depicts the importance of friendship in modern society. Completed March 11, 2004.
Constant
This is the sister short story to the above Constant. Another example of creative fiction, this work was written for a college Prose class as well, and it depicts the importance of friendship in modern society. Completed April 15, 2004.
Fantasy
Riddle
This is a work of high fantasy written for a college Prose class. Here, a monster learns the value of life while trying to solve a mysterious riddle. Completed January 30, 2004.