Monthly Archives: February 2012

As I write this blog entry, I have a game of Words with Friends open in another tab on my browser and a game of Hanging with Friends going on my phone, and I usually play these games throughout the … Continue reading →

It is a well-known fact that technology and the Internet have greatly contributed to the increase in intercultural communications. Yet when we think of this advancement, we mostly think of social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Surprisingly, Second Life … Continue reading →

We all wonder what our lives would be like if we were someone else…would we have the same personality? The same friends? Would be in the same places we are in life right now? For many, Secondlife is the perfect … Continue reading →

Ever since I was little, I have been active at my church, even though I am one of the few people my age who actually attend. Because of my age, I serve as the “social networker” for the church, running … Continue reading →

Although I would like to think that I am technologically sound, I’ll admit…I was very uncertain about making a podcast for my English class. While I enjoy listening to podcasts, I couldn’t imagine myself walking around with a voice recording … Continue reading →

The California Legacy Project is a project through Santa Clara University that aims to “increase public appreciation of California’s literary and historical legacy and to promote the critical understanding of California diversity (CLP Mission and Goals). It also strives to bring … Continue reading →

When I first heard about Osama Bin Laden’s 2011 death was not from a news station, but from a friend’s tweet on Twitter. Soon after, everyone on Twitter was posting about the event, with dozens of different hashtags (#) emerging. … Continue reading →

Growing up, I used to hate when my parents turned on NPR when were on long car rides. Today, however, I actually find myself enjoying the program. At times, NPR interviews and stories can be lengthy and dry, but usually … Continue reading →