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The Story of MCJ 102

In the beginning of my experience with MCJ 102, I was not understanding much and I was doing absolutely horrible in Dr. Coleman’s class. I was doing so bad that I considered just dropping it. I did not drop it because I needed to class for my major and I knew if I tried a little harder, I could get this right. I always knew my writing was good but I was not good in writing in a certain format. It was very hard to stay within the lines of the rubric which each assignment. In class, I learned that it was more to writing than the actual words on a sheet of paper. Professional writing needed to be revised thoroughly so the work can be presented concisely and clear with jargon and misleading information that can confuse your readers. I am very proud of how much this course is allowing me to grow and I am very thankful for how hard this class pushed me to seek better.

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Life on Mars

Mars has always been the initial place to head to if the Earth somehow stopped being able to handle human life. All human life depends on a way to breathe, food and water. In order to live on Mars, we would need to search for evidence of some kind of possible life on the planet. Human life would also need energy to be able to sustain human existence. The planet has a ton of similarities to Earth even though it is smaller than Earth. Earth and Mars have the same length of days and scientists have proved that Mars has had seas, land and possibly life forms. Past robotic landings like ,Curiosity and Opportunity,  onto the planet has proved signs of life.  But could the Earth actually support human life forever? Speculation about whether or not life can be supported the right way on Mars exploded in the late 19th century. Although the investigation has been researched for several decades, the confirmation of that question can not be truthfully answered.

Life on Mars? (2005, May 01). Retrieved from https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/life-on-mars-78138144/ 

(n.d.). Retrieved from https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/review/dr-marc-solar-system/life-on-mars.html

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The Glorification of serial killers in the Media

Since the beginning of time, people have tried to make excuses for murder with distracting terms or confusing rationales. The media has been a powerful and important set of creators when it comes to play in the social construction of evil and public monsters. Society has been known to use its coverage of crimes committed by modern day “monsters” to depict highly exaggerated information to please its audience. The use of  journalistic hyperbole in news reporting and social media outlets have made evil men and women stand as unstoppable creatures appearing to be much more threatening to the public than they actually are.

The act of serial killing and being a serial killer are two terms that are often misunderstood, they are both very much morally and legally misleading labels. The act of killing is not always illegal; when it comes to self-defense or going to war against another country as a soldier, the killing of one human being by another is not always considered unlawful, depending on the particular circumstances. Murder, however, can be defined  as “the unlawful premeditated killing of one person by another” or “kill (someone) unlawfully and with premeditation.” Murder, without a doubt, is illegal. It is a heinously planned action that is committed against another person . A serial killer may not necessarily be acting outside of the law; a soldier within the military could actually be described as a serial killer due to the fact that he or she kills on a daily basis. This is not considered illegal because he or she is killing to protect the country.  A serial murderer  always acts outside the linings of the law. Their intent is to gratify themselves by taking a life.  It plays as a sexual get off for them, a game in some sense.

Braudy, L. (1986) The Frenzy of Renown: Fame and its History, New York: Oxford University Press.

Holmes, R. and DeBurger, J. (1998), “Profiles in terror: the serial murderer”. In Contemporary Perspectives on Serial Murder, Edited by: Holmes, R. and Holes, S. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.  

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PR VS. Journalism

Public relations and Journalism both strive to successfully communicate with the public to present a message. Journalism and PR, professionals are always communicating with the public. They tell stories and interact with their audiences, this transfer of information with the society it is what keeps the organizations running. Both Public relations and journalism build trust. In order for professionals in the journalism and PR companies to be successful, it is vital to start to build credibility and trust with the audience. Journalists build trust by reporting and publishing fair and correct content so that they are recognized as a credible organization. In addition to credibility, PR professionals build trust to inform and persuade target audiences to support an organization or product. They relay information in an easily understanding way

When people read the articles or scroll through social media, they are more likely to stay engaged if the story is clear and concise. Audiences do not have the time to think hard about what is being handed to them. As silly as it sounds, big words or confusing graphics are distracting factors in maintaining an audience. The differences are the roles public relations officers and journalists in a company with the public. They target an intended audiences differently. Journalists have the freedom of expression or creativity

Journalists often have more freedom to tell the stories they want because they are constantly looking for and pitching ideas.

Journalism and Public Relations: What are the similarities and differences? (n.d.). Retrieved from https://blogs.uoregon.edu/allenhallpr/2018/01/31/comparing-and-contrasting-journalism-and-public-relations/

What is the Difference Between Public Relations and Journalism? (2013, October 10). Retrieved from https://pennstateprssa.com/.../what-is-the-difference-between-public-relations-and-jour.

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Successful Communication Formats

Today, it is a fact that businesses use multiple communication formats to reach various audiences to make it possible to convey messages. Each communication format offers different advantages or disadvantages depending on how the message needs to be delivered and how the public is receiving the message. Also, different communication formats may cost more than others. The funds needed to supply the public with communication varies depending on how  demanded the information is. Many businesses must offer the message carefully so that little to no confusion occurs when individuals receive the message and begins to interpret its meaning.

There are many different communications formats, but the most important ones are letters, various meetings, emails, social media, online chats and many different types of communication channels. These social media outlets are important to communication formats because they allow the news to be spread sooner, it shortens the longer story, it highlights the importance of the story being presented. Twitter supports the foundation of journalism because it aids the story by developing a shorter and straight to the point access to the news around the world. I do not think it is a better way to present news besides the use of social media because social media is the most  effective hand in the news media platform.  

Nene, Nacolarara, V., Biodun, & Aayush. (2019, March 04). Different Effective Methods of Communication (Useful). Retrieved from https://www.educba.com/different-methods-of-communication/ Nene, Nacolarara, V., Biodun, & Aayush. (2019, March 04). Different Effective Methods of Communication (Useful). Retrieved from https://www.educba.com/different-methods-of-communication/

Tutorialspoint.com. (n.d.). Communication Methods. Retrieved from https://www.tutorialspoint.com/management_concepts/communication_methods.htm

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Director John Singleton is in Coma

Director John Singleton suffered a stroke last week after returning from Costa Rica and began to experience problems with his legs. He checked himself into Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in L.A. and suffered a stroke Wednesday in his hospital room. The stroke was noted as “mild.” He was later announced to be in a coma.  John's mom, Shelia Ward, is asking a judge to appoint her temporary conservator because he is "unable to properly provide for his personal needs for physical health, food, clothing, or shelter."His mother said, at the time he suffered the stroke, he was engaged in several business projects and was prepared to sign a lucrative settlement agreement. She wants to handle those affairs and execute the settlement agreement.The 51-year-old famed director of "Boyz N the Hood" did not have any medical directives ... thus the need for a conservatorship. The doctors do not know how long Singleton will stay in this coma

https://people.com/movies/john-singleton-in-coma-after-stroke/

https://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/ny-john-singleton-coma-major-stroke-20190425-kpbfe6tw6bbczdrl6pochgkhja-story.html

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Actress Stefanie Sherk dies at 37.

Canadian model and actress Stefanie Sherk has passed away at the young age of 37.Her grieving husband, actor Demián Bichir, has confirmed it via Instragram. She passed away Saturday night.

Sherk is known for her appearance on the  TV offshoot "CSI: Cyber" and in movies including "Valentine's Day."

Bichir was recently nominated for the Best Actor Oscar for his role in "A Better Life" and he also starred in Quentin Tarantino's film "The Hateful Eight." He also appeared alongside his wife in "The Bridge," an American remake of a Danish-Swedish drama series.

"It is with inconceivable pain that I announce that on April 20, 2019, our dearest Stefanie Sherk, my beloved and loving wife, passed away peacefully," Bichir wrote on Instagram. "It has been the saddest and toughest time of our lives and we don't know how much time it will take for us to overcome this pain. Stefanie's beautiful, angelical and talented presence will be immensely missed," he added.

Bichir did not detail the circumstances surrounding Sherk's death. The family will hold a small memorial service for Stefanie.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/04/25/us/stefanie-sherk-dies-scli-intl/index.html

https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/actress-stefanie-sherk-dead-cause-of-death-revealed/

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Donald “Twitter Fingers” Trump

Our President Donald Trump has been rejoicing in the fact that he was not charged in the Mueller report and angry at all of his critics for their unwillingness to drop the so-called "witch hunt." Trump says that he is not surprised his was not mentioned because he is an innocent man just trying to Make America Great Again. Trump sent three tweets on his favorite social media platform that brought light to the fact he is proud of what he has done so far. Trump says, “Nevertheless Mueller was NOT fired and was respectfully allowed to finish his work on what I, and many others, say was an illegal investigation (there was no crime), headed by a Trump hater who was highly conflicted, and a group of 18 VERY ANGRY Democrats. DRAIN THE SWAMP! Despite the fact that the Mueller Report was "composed" by Trump Haters and Angry Democrats, who had unlimited funds and human resources, the end result was No Collusion, No Obstruction. Amazing!" The President believes that the news outlets are out to paint a horrible picture of him so that he can not return for a second term.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/04/25/politics/donald-trump-robert-mueller-twitter/index.html

https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2019/4/25/18515764/trump-tweets-don-mcgahn-mueller-report

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YOU SHOULD’VE LEFT THE DRAMA FOR EMPIRE, JUSSIE!

Well-known Empire actor Jussie Smollett told the Chicago police department  in January that two men attacked him near his apartment building in Streeterville, slipping a noose around his neck and yelling racial and homophobic slurs. Smollett told the police that he was the innocent victim of a hate crime and that he was targeted because he was a gay black man.  Less than three weeks later, authorities said they believed Smollett was withholding information and maybe even lying to get more media exposure. Allegedly, the star was receiving fewer episodes on his show and there was even rumors that said he was going to be killed off and would not return for the next season.  Chicago PD charged him with disorderly conduct, saying he filed a false police report for attention. On March 26, prosecutors announced they were dropping charges against Smollett, who said he had been “consistent and truthful” from day one.

https://www.apnews.com/JussieSmollett

https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-47317701

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My name is Charlie Robinson. I was born in Inglewood, California. I am nineteen years young and a sophomore at the University of Southern Mississippi. I´m a double major studying Public Relations and Fashion Merchandising. My dream is to be a successful fashion critic who will use her PR degree to get smaller businesses in contact with bigger businesses to form stronger bonds within the fashion world.  I am a dreamer. It´s not that my head is in the clouds necessary, I just always seem to have my future and money on my mind. But I also spend quite a lot of time thinking about time. I truly believe I was born in the wrong era. Every inch of my being revolves around the culture of the 90s. Everything about the time period relates to me in some way or another. The music, the politic exploits, the clothes, the mindsets, and most definitely the social aspect altogether. I feel like the platform that I am supposed to have would never be taken seriously in this time zone because no one understands the value of the 90s and all that it made for us. No one seems to respect the classics anymore.