Broadcast Critique Blogpost

During the local Lynchburg news on ABC 13, I was so interested in the way that the news reporters presented themselves. I have never been much of a news watcher, mainly because it stresses me out or makes me mad in some way. I am from Atlanta, and whenever I watched the Atlanta Live news, it was always intense and so deep with conflicts. Watching the local Lynchburg news was so refreshing, giving a different perspective of smaller current events happening. It gave that small town feel and close-knit community setting.

The three factors for writing for Broadcast were all within the the news. Timeliness was given when the reporters were shot live outside of crime scenes or story settings. This gave the viewers more of a visual and better understanding. One story about a young boy that died in Lynchburg was very touching. His grandmother created a Christmas tree outside of her house with ornaments with his picture on it for the community to remember him. These kind of stories are heartfelt, and what I feel is important to include in local news.

Audio/Visual impact was given as well. Music was played in between transitions, which gave a nice flow to the presentation. Naturally, visual is always given during the weather news presentation which allows the viewers to see the progression on a map. For reporters, their transitions for upcoming news stories were helpful to know what the next topic of news was. Good visuals as well as good interviews is what make the news entertaining. One news reporter, Carleigh Griffeth, spoke very clearly and made her local news story intriguing. The visual of her standing outside of the house reporting the crime scene allowed for a direct visual to the story.

Information, not explanation, was given through short stories and the transitions between news subjects. This aspect of news reporting is so important because it brings clarity and is what mainly draws the viewer's attention. Viewers want to hear the news spoken clearly and with the most important information being given.

The reporters for ABC 13 were more personal in the way they spoke. Even the weather guy was slightly humorous. The stories for the local news were of course smaller stories, relating to local individuals and even several Liberty sports players. One Liberty soccer player, a girl, was recently injured yet she will be playing again soon after recovering from her injury. It was even neat to see Liberty being featured on the local news, discussing the success of the football team. Coach Gill was interviewed as well as several of the players on their recent victories. 

The broadcast style differs from print style in that it is a lot less formal in wording. The differences between print and broadcast news is that broadcast news is written for listeners and viewers turning in with their ears and sometimes their eyes. Reporters and newscasters speak with less proper language, and they are more informative. Information needs to be direct when listening to the news because that it what the listeners want to hear. They want to hear the news story in such a way that only the most necessary information is given.

ABC 13 was great live stream, and gave great necessary information from what I saw. 

ABC 13:  http://new.livestream.com/accounts/7960773/events/2923711

11.1 Tuition Decrease // Press Release

For more information contact
Katherine S. McBroom
Liberty University
(770) 855-1655
kmcbroom@liberty.edu

For release after 11:45 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 12

Liberty University Announces Upcoming Tuition Decrease

The board of trustees at Liberty University has announced that tuition will be decreased for all students: in state, out-of-state, graduate students, and undergraduates. The president of the university, Dr. Jerry Falwell Jr., has issued this agreement from the board towards this significant action.

The programs are to be cut are women's studies, ornithology department, arts and sciences honors program, women's golf team, men's golf team, human resources management institute, university hosts and hostesses program, and the department of Eastern languages.

Falwell issued a statement saying, "I am extremely pleased that the board has seen fit to follow our recommendations on lowering tuition costs. During the past several years, we have had to raise tuition a number of times for all our students. Out of state students have been particularly hard-hit. For some time, we have been afraid that we have been pricing ourselves out of the market, even with in-state students. With more and more people attending junior colleges and other universities in the state, we have recognized that those who want to come to this university must have some relief."

Move Those Chains // Ad Project

MOVE THOSE CHAINS!

Copy Platform

Ad subject: Liberty Football Games

Ad Problem: Student attendance has decreased within the last 5 years at the football games and the marketing department would like to increase the numbers in student attendance.

Product Characteristics: 

• More than just a social event
• The first 1,000 students to show up gets free Liberty T-shirts
• Each home game is treated as a hall event for each dorm 
• Each game will have a different theme with costumes for the student section
• A special guest will perform the national anthem at halftime 
• Coupons to Chick-Fil-A, Zaxby's, and Starbucks will be handed out as students walk in

Advertising Objective: Let Liberty students know that football games are worth going to for the fun atmosphere

Target Market: All Liberty students that are residential or living off campus.
Competition: Other activities that take up a students' life such as employment, hanging out with friends, school work, outdoor activities, etc.

Statement of Benefit or Appeal: 

• Have a great experience as a Liberty Student that will be rememberable 
• Come together not only as a student body but as the Body of Christ to support the Flames
• Get free stuff such as T-Shirts, Liberty coffee mugs, coupons, and more!
• Listen to a guest singer lead the National Anthem 
• Socialize and gain school spirit 

Creative Theme: "Move Those Chains" - making Liberty Football a student's experience of a lifetime

Supportive Selling Points:

• Students attend free
• Food will be handed out in the stands such as cotton candy, popcorn, and more!

"Move those chains! Move those chains! Ah!" At Williams Stadium, football games are more than just a sport where two teams come together in an attempt to both win; they are the atmosphere of a crowd of people that are passionate and spirited about their university!

By coming to a Liberty University football game, you will be given a free:

• Liberty T-shirt
• coupons to Chick-Fil-A, Starbucks, & Zaxby's
• Liberty coffee mug 
• and much more! 

Residential students will enjoy participating with their dorms and experiencing new and creative themes for each home game such as American pride, super heroes, and hillbilly home game! Prizes will be given to each dorm for who has the best costume and school spirit. 

Not only do students get to attend for free, but each student will be treated to a free cotton candy treat that will be handed out in the stands. There is even a special guest performing at each half time show, and you don't want to miss it!

Students gather for each home game to show their support for Liberty Flames football, screaming chants like, "Move those chains! Move those chains! Ah!" To go along with that chant, Liberty University would love for its students to do just like the football players and move their chains on over to Williams Stadium for an experience of a lifetime. 

10.1

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Name: Merle Oberon
Advertisement: Pan-Cake Make-Up

1. What is the promise of benefit offered by this headline? Lovely new complexion, conceal tiny complexion faults, stay on for hours


2. How does the illustration demonstrate the product? How does it attract attention?
Gives drawings of examples, model with glowing skin and no blemishes


3. What proofs of the promise of benefit in the headline are offered by the body copy?
the Hollywood stars have used it


4. What action does this ad tell readers to take?
Try it today for a new beauty thrill

Words Have the Power to Produce Change

Today's culture is seemingly becoming more and more sinful. Magazines, tabloids, social media, etc., is filled with things that possess an ungodly nature. As Christians, it is our responsibility to not conform to the things of this world, but rather be transformed by the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2 NIV).

Words are very powerful. The way we use them is an expression of what we believe, and if we truly believe what we say. In the advertising world, it can be a challenge to express one's opinion particularly if it involves basing your beliefs on faith. It seems as if Christians are constantly the ones to get attacked when it comes to expressing opinions. When working in the field of persuasion, it is important as a Christian to stand firm on Biblical truth and to not falter on beliefs because that is what we have been called to do. I believe that if we take a stand for Christ and for the truth, that God will for sure honor that because He takes care of His children.

Because their is sin in the world, it is always going to be a dangerous place. I do not think that Christians should keep their opinions to themselves just in fear of what others might think. In the end, that is not what is going to matter. I think that Christians should be able to work in advertising or any kind of persuading job, and be able to rightly state their opinion.

I think it is also okay for Christians to encourage consumer loyalty to brands even above reason. However, the main focus should be pointing others to Christ. The focus should remain clear and the truth should be spread. In the advertising world, it may look like idolatry of products, but it is also a job that can be used to draw others to Christ depending on how you look at it.

Christians have a responsibility to act, think, and speak Christ to the world. Jesus calls us to share the gospel, no matter what, and to ultimately love Him above all else.

7.4 Fall Fashion // Consignment & Thrift Shopping

One hobby that has become more popular in the last 5 years or so is thrifting. The thought of buying older and more vintage style of clothing allows trends to go in and out of style. One way to "revamp" your wardrobe for the fall season is through thrifting and shopping at local consignment stores.

Many consignment stores will have new or barely used clothing for sale - sometimes with the tag still on it! It is a great way to get more for less. I personally love to shop consignment, especially since I am a poor college student!

While in consignment stores, look for things that are in the  current season or may even be name-brand items. You never know what you are going to find while thrifting.

7.4 Fall Fashion: Magazines

According to Elle Magazine, New York Fashion Week brought about new ideas, fresh new styles, and bright new colors to the runway. If you are looking for unique ways to style your fall wardrobe, magazines such as Elle can be a great source to look through to gain ideas. Elle's blog posts on New York Fashion Week listed fresh new styles to bring to the season such as: 

• Bold rainbow colors
• Off-white tops
• Tall boots
• Big black hats
• Flowy tops
• Army jackets

Magazines provide stories, quotes, and photos that are a big game-changer in the advertising world. Look to magazines this fall as a great source for ideas. 

7.4 Fall Fashion / Instagram

Instagram, the very popular social media site for sharing photos, is a great tool to use when discovering new trends for a season. Fashion bloggers, independent individuals and users seeking to post their outfits on Instagram reveal new ideas everyday in the form of photos. When scrolling through your phone/ipad/computer, looking at friends' photos or famous celebrities' accounts can bring about new ideas and trends.

Because of the level of Instagram's popularity, it can make new trends and ideas come to life. Celebrities accounts that make a fashion statement can highly influence culture are:

• Ariana Grande
• Kim Kardashian
• Natasha Goldenberg
• Kendall Jenner
• Lena Perminova
• Martha Ward

Boutiques and stores also use Instagram as a great way for marketing their company and products. Following these accounts leads to great sources of the latest fashion. 

7.4 Fall Fashion Introduction/ Pinterest

With the weather continuing to change at a rapid rate, fall boots and scarves are starting to make their appearance among outfits. Specifically with college students, girls flock to Pinterest for new ideas and creative ways to style their fall wardrobe. Pinterest, a popular website for online inspiration boards, is a great way to organize categories such as fashion, wedding planning, recipes, and home decor. For fashion, its used as a great tool to see the current trends of the season. It is totally free to join and be a member.

Social media is going to be an ever-changing source. The way that we get our ideas and information will never stay the same. For fashion inspiration, Pinterest is a great current tool to use in order to view others' ideas and make life more fun!

Persuaders Response

"The Persuaders, " a marketing documentary, was an interesting video that had great concepts about advertising. At first, I thought the video itself was outdated, and the ideas might not be so current. The truth is, even though the content of the video might have been outdated, the concepts were still relevant to current advertising techniques. As the documentary progressed, the information became more valuable. After watching this presentation, I felt how incredibly truthful it is that advertisement effects everyday life in more ways than we think. Dealing with modern day advertising, this video showed techniques on how advertisers try and sell their products.The examples that the documentary provided were great illustrations of how advertisers attempt to  sell their products.

7.4 Fall Fashion

According to Glamour, trends like lady-like skirts, sumptuous skirts, and comfortable flats are what we should expect to see this fall. With New York Fashion Week behind us, we can clearly see the certain designs and styles that will be presented in stores in the spring. With the colder weather quickly approaching, everyone is itching to put on the cozy-knit sweaters, riding boots, and scarves! The New York Fashion Week designers' showcases revealed new trends for the upcoming spring 2015 season, including:

• Military Jackets
• sneakers
• hounds tooth patterned jackets
• Blue jasmine colored sweaters
• Fur vests and jackets
• cheetah print flats

In order to be a trendsetter this fall, look into new unique ways to style yourself. Take a glance at the ideas listed above and try something new. Fashion is a fun way to express yourself as an individual. 

CNA Pop Culture

Report: Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher welcome baby girl

On Tuesday Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher welcomed a baby girl, to which no name was given. The couple met on the set of "That's 70's Show," where to couple fell in love. Kunis has said that she plans to take a year off once the baby is born. 

Inside 'Little People, Big World' Star Jeremy Roloff's Jamaican Honeymoon

TLC's "Little People, Big World" star, Jeremy Roloff, sent his greetings from his honeymoon with his new wife, Audrey. The newlyweds have enjoyed their time away on their Jamaican honeymoon. Jeremy and Audrey were married earlier this month and have enjoyed getting "unplugged."

How Jordin Sparks Is Coping With Her Split From Jason Derulo

Jordin Sparks, who is about to release a new movie on Friday, "Left Behind," is also dealing with her recent breakup with Jason Derulo. Sparks mentioned that while her split with Derulo has been challenging, she is learning to move on while leaning on her family and faith for comfort. Sparks plans to grow stronger from the situation and continue to focus on her busy career. 

News Story 6.3

Chicken Truck Causes Pile-Up

An accident occurred yesterday on McFarland Blvd. and 15th when a chicken truck driver made an illegal left turn.

Twenty-five people were injured and eleven cars were involved. The chicken truck driver, Jeff Johnson, age 45, was taken by ambulance to DCH, where he had bruises and a possible broken ankle. Johnson, from Alberta City, lives with his wife, and three children.

Clarence DiMotta reports that Johnson is in good condition. The accident caused the chickens inside the truck to be injured, 30 of which died. The police say as many as 300 chickens suffered from the accident. The truck was turned on its side when the sharp turn was made, causing a pile-up of 12 cars. The damages to the cars were minor, as well as the injuries of the 23 people that were affected.

One of the victims, Sarah Bernell, a local retired kindergarten teacher, was riding in the car with her nephew, Mike Kenyon, when the accident happened. Bernell was said to have been hurt and was taken to the hospital. The reports say that she is in good condition but may have a slight concussion. The sargeant that showed up to the scene, John Jones, said "It was the biggest pile-up I have ever seen. Lots and lots of smashed bumpers but the worst part was the screams of the chickens."

CNA sports stories

Jonathan Dywer, Cardinals' running back, arrested on aggravated assault charges

Jonathan Dywer, NFL running back for the Arizona Cardinals was arrested for assault charges Wednesday that connected him back to two different offenses at his home involving a woman and 18-month-old child. Dwyer is under investigation and the NFL is investigated the situation as well. Police say that Dywer admitted to the incidents, but denied any physical contact. 

Reggie Bush clarifies remarks on discipline, says he isn't spanking 1-year-old daughter

In a recent radio interview, Detroit Lions running back Reggie Bush made a comment about the discipline of his 1-year-old daughter. He was questioned regarding his comment about "definitely disciplining her harshly," and then elaborating on the topic. Bush mentioned that he wanted to use his judgement on the issue, believing that he will spank his daughter only if he see necessary. He mentioned he desired to keep the discipline of his daughter private. 

Ravens QB Flacco misses practice

Joe Flacco, the Baltimore Ravens quarterback missed a wednesday practice, which was peculiar for his usual perfect attendance. Flacco, supposedly absent due to an illness, is said to still be playing in the next game. His teammates mentioned that Flacco's absence was odd and practice was not the same without him there. 

Writing For the Mass Media Homework #4

5.10

Plant Accident
Who: Duane LaChance, age 53, employee of Gross Engineers
What: 3rd degree burn accident
When: 3 p.m. today
Where: Petal Municipal Plant, 222 Power Drive
Why: installing of new pipes on the roof of the plant
How:accidently touched the wrench to a power line carrying 15,000 volts.

Type:

Lead:
Employee of Gross Engineers Company in Petal, Mississippi suffers from third-degree burns on September 14 after touching wrench to power line carrying 15,000 volts.

2nd Paragraph: Duane LaChance of Petal, was listed in serious condition tonight in the intensive care unit at Methodist Hospital. The accident occurred at 3 p.m. today at Petal Municipal Power Plant on 222 Power Drive.

McCartney Illness
Who: Peter McCartney, famous rock singer
What: Exploratory throat surgery
When: today, checked in late tonight, surgery scheduled tomorrow
Where: Riverside Hospital
Why: voice had been reduced to whisper
How: Performance at Bennett Auditorium in front of 1,000 fans

Type:

Lead: Famous rock singer checked into hospital for exploratory throat surgery after performance at the Bennett Auditorium.

2nd Paragraph:
Peter McCartney checked into Riverside hospital late tonight after his voice had been reduced to a whisper following his performance in front of 1,000 fans last night at the Bennett Auditorium. He will go in for exploratory surgery tomorrow.

BOE Meeting
Who: Assistant superintendent Max Hoemmeldorfer
What:Hattiesburg Board of Education Meeting
When:this morning
Where:
Why:New rules will prohibit female students from wearing miniskirts
How:

Type:

Lead:Hattiesburg Board of Education accepted report this morning and passed new rules that will prohibit all students from wearing blue jeans, and female students from wearing miniskirts.

2nd Paragraph: Assistant superintendent Max Hoemmeldorfer reported the enrollment for the school year at the meeting, stating that it dropped by 200 students to 1,050. Along with the new rules, the board accepted a low bud from Farmer's Dairy to provide milk to the schools at one-half cent a pint.



5.11

Faculty in Plane Crash
Who:John Dumont, Associate Professor of rural sociology, George Johnson, associate professor of English, both from Backwater State University
What: TWA Jet crash
When:Thursday night
Where: crashed on takeoff at Kennedy International Airport
Why:
How:

Type:

Lead: Two professors from Backwater State University were aboard the same TWA jet and crashed at the Kennedy International Airport on Thursday night.

2nd Paragraph: Associate Professor of rural sociology, John Dumont, and associate professor of English George Johnson were returning from separate conferences in New York City when their TWA jet crashed on takeoff. Forty-five passengers and crew members were aboard, and five people and were killed.


Meeman Speaks
Who: Norman Meeman, noted author, winner of the Pulitzer Prize
What: Spoke to audience of 67, mostly English students
When:4:30 p.m. Sunday
Where: room 111 of the William Oxley Thompson Memorial Library
Why:
How:Won the Pulitzer Prize two years ago for his book,  My Life as Far as It Goes

Type:

Lead: Noted author and Pulitzer Prize winner spoke in the William Oxley Thompson Memorial Library Sunday to an audience of 67.

2nd paragraph: Norman Meeman, who won the Pulitzer Prize two years ago for his book, "My Life as Far as It Goes" spoke to the audience in the William Oxley Thompson Memorial Library. Meeman said, "You can't be a great writer by imitating the styles of prize-winning authors..."

Professor Wins Award
Who: Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge
What: ceremony announced annual George Washington Honor Medal winners
When: last week
Where: Pennsylvania
Why:
How:

Type:

Lead: At a ceremony last week, the Freedoms at Valley Forge announced its annual George Washington Honor Medal winners in Pennsylvania.

2nd paragraph: Among the other 32 winners at the ceremony was Clement Crabtree, a professor of horticulture. Cited for his essay called, "Plan for Peace," in which he urged distribution of free packets of red, white, and blue flower seeds in foreign nations.

Ex. 5.9

Crash:
  
Who: Air Force Major Rufus N. Herbernoski, had no known connections locally
What:  15 cars were destroyed in the mall's northern parking lot when aircraft crashed into them; no one on the ground killed
When: Today at noon
Where: Super Shopping Mall on western edge of town, was stationed at Little Rock Air Force Base
Why: Jet aircraft he was piloting crashed,
How:

Type of Lead:Summary Lead
Lead: Today at noon 15 cars were destroyed in the Super Shopping Mall's northern parking lot when an aircraft crashed piloted by an Airforce Major who was killed upon impact, however, no one on the ground was killed or injured.

correct:
A major from Little Rock Air Force Base was killed and 15 cars destroyed after a jet crash noon Thursday at the Super Shopping Mall.


City Council:

Who: City Council
What: 10 percent increase in city proper taxes
When: this morning
Where: Town Hall
Why: double size of city park
How: Increase will cause average taxes to go up by about $50 yearly, higher rate takes effect at the first of next month,

Type of Lead:Summary Lead
Lead: This morning the City Council met at Town Hall in which they decided on a 10 percent increase in city proper taxes which will take effect at the first of next month, causing the average taxes to go up by about $50 yearly for the purpose of paying to double the size of city park.

University Raises:

Who: university vice president for finance, Harold R. Drazsnzak
What: an announcement that all faculty and staff will get 15 percent pay raises, first raise in two years
When:take effect this fall
Where: front steps of the university administration building
Why: possible because of increased revenues from the state
How:"Without a doubt, our faculty is long overdue to get a raise."

Type of Lead:Summary Lead
Lead: Columbia University's vice president for finance made an announcement this morning on the front steps of the university administration building stating the faculty and staff will get 15 percent raises, the first in two years, which will take effect this fall due to the increased revenues from the state.

correct:
For the first time since 2012, Liberty University employees will receive a 15 percent pay raise this fall after an increase in state funding for the school.

 Journalism Students Meet

Who: Journalism Student Association, about 200 students
What: Tuition is supposed to go up by 10 percent beginning in the fall semester
When: Today at noon
Where: the University
Why: Members decided to organize a boycott of all journalism classes tomorrow to protest university tuition increase
How:

Type of Lead:Straight Lead
Lead: Today at noon about 200 students met for the Journalism Student Association to discuss tuition about to go up 10 percent in the fall semester, upon which they decided to organize a boycott to protest against the university tuition increase.

CNA #2

Justin Bieber Charged With Assault after ATV Incident in Canada

Pop singer Justin Bieber was arrested on August 29 for assault and dangerous driving charges after colliding with a mini van while driving his ATV. The incident occurred in Ontario, Canada, while Bieber was visiting his father's home. Bieber was released upon giving the charges but will have to appear back in Ontario for an upcoming court case.

13 Injured in Nevada Museum Explosion

A tornado experiment went wrong on September 3 and 13 people were injured. Nine children and four adults were taken to the hospital for treatment for there burns, and chemical reactions. It has not been released whether the injuries are life threatening.

Facebook's Autoplay Feature is Destroying Cell Phone Bills

There have been many complaints of the autoplay Facebook feature for videos maxing out people's data bills without them knowing. In order to fix it, smart phone users must go to their phone settings and simply turn off the autoplay feature. Facebook is not responsible for the data charges.

Writing for the Mass Media Homework #3

3.6
1. The first annual rutabaga eating contest was canceled because of the averse weather. (take out annual, adverse)
2. Its not alright to drink an access of beer before going to the football game. (It's, all right, excess)
3. Like Einstein said, all knowledge is relative. (As Einstein)
4. The state capital of LA is located at 3722 Dagwood Rd. (Capitol, Louisiana, Road)
5. The Mayor refused to go along with the City Council vote. "I descent," he stated. (mayor, dissent)
6. Madonna certainly has a flare for fashion; she always wears expensive outfits. (flair)
7. The bomb totally destroyed Senator Kitsmoot's bird cage. (Sen.)
8. My bright-green Chevrolet, which is in the garage, needs a new transition. (commas)
9. Knopke's hilarious joke illicited waiting for the job interview to begin. (elicited)
10. Jones laid on the floor waiting for the new job interview to begin. (lay)
11. Horowitz, an ethics major, vowed never to compromise his prinicpals. (principles)
12. At the end of the book report, Haynes sited the World Book as a source. (cited)

3.7
1. 25-year-old man, Mississippi
2. Nov. 10
3. Drive., St.
4. $130
5. North
6. 7 p.m., remove this evening
7. terrorists
8. twenty-two
9. no change
10. no change
11.Smith, $50, Chevrolet
12. governor, California, Sept. 1.
13. Drive
14. 1970s

3.8
1. August
2. Sen.
3. 1,200, Easter
4. 1980s
5.governor
6. 8 percent
7. $40
8. three, Ave.
9. Midwest, 2 feet
10. December 11
11. thursday, mayor
12. 2 million miles
13. Dr.
14. 8 p.m., Gov., Library

Writing For the Mass Media Homework #2

3.3
1. He was charged with trafficing and drugs. (trafficking)
2. The Rev. Billy Grahm said God was alive and His will would triumph. (Graham, his)
3. The flag, which Francis Scott Key saw, has been preserved. (no change)
4. Life like, outfielder, inter racial, IOUs
5. Pianoes, (Pianos), nationwide, PTA., Viet-nam War (Vietnam War)
6. The train will arrive at twelve noon on Tues. (noon, take out on, Tuesday)
7. The US Census Bureau defines the south as a Seventeen-state region. (U.S., South, 16-state region)
8. The judge ruled that because of his oral skills he had entered into a verbal contract. (verbal, an oral)
9. She had an afternoon snack of some Oreo cookies and Coke. (no change, or take out cookies, add s)
10. harrass, accomodate, weird, likeable, (harass, accommodate, weird, likable)
11. doughnut, pantsuit, plow, National Weather Service


3.4
1. The defense department is about to propose to a new missele system. ( Defense Department, missile)
2. FCC, hitchhiker, $3, 4 million
3. The three most important people in his life are his wife, son and mother.
4. part-time, 10-year-old child, 5 p.m., 5,300
5. The cardinals won the last game of the world series, 7 to 5. (Cardinals, World Series,7-5)
6. spring (season), fall (season), south (point on compass), South (region)
7. November 15, the last day of Feb., Mar. 16 (Nov. 15, February, March)
8. 13 people travelled to Austin, Tex., for the rally. (Thirteen, traveled, Texas,.)
9. He had ten cents left in his pocket. (10)
10. homemade, well-known, Italian-American, questionnaire


3.5
1. The U.S. is sometimes not the best market for U.S. products. (United States, U.S.)
2. upward, labour, Avenue,cupfuls, eyeing
3. The Republican differed from the democrat many times during the debate. (Democrat, with)
4. Dr. John Smith and Dr. Mary Wilson performed the operations. (Drs.)
5. goodwill, USS Eisenhower, cigarett, mid-America
6. He said he was neither a Communist or a member of the Communist Party. (communist, neither/nor)
7. After her surgery, she said she had to wear a Pacemaker. (pacemaker)
8. "What a hair-brained scheme!" she exclaimed. (hare-brained)
9. pre-empt,speedup, 55 mph, hooky
10. The underworld, or mafia, was responsible for the murder.(Mafia)

CNA #1

Evangelism Student Places Second on ABC's 'Rising Star'
One of Liberty's own online students, Austin French, just recently performed and made it to the finals of ABC's show, 'Rising Star.' As a current worship leader at Journey Church in Tifton, Ga.,  Austin has experience with all different types of instruments, having come from a very musical family. Austin's dream of making it on national television became reality as he journeyed his way to the final two, ending up in second place to component Jesse Kinch.



Record Number of Students Living on Campus This Semester
Liberty University now has more than 13, 800 students studying on campus this semester, which is a record breaking number for the University. Around 7,700 students are living on campus, with every dormitory available just about at its capacity. One new important contribution to campus is the new residence hall, which provides new accommodations for more than 1,200 students.

Link: http://www.liberty.edu/news/index.cfm?PID=18495&MID=125545


Military Graduate Crowned Miss Black USA 2014
Jasmin Alexander, a 2013 graduate of Liberty University with an M.A. in Human Services Counseling with a cognate in Executive Leadership, was crowned August 10 as Miss Black USA 2014. Jasmin is currently a 1st lieutenant in the U.S. Airforce as an intelligence officer. Jasmin hopes to take the skills that she acquired from Liberty and serve her duties in the military and now as the newly crowned Miss Black USA.

Link: http://www.liberty.edu/news/index.cfm?PID=18495&MID=125558

Writing for the Mass Media Homework #1

1.13 Brevity

1. wore a white goatee on his chin. (on his chin)
2. throughout the length and width of the entire nation. (length and width)
3. was positively identified. (positively)
4. appeared to be ill. (to be)
5. a dead body was found. (dead)
6. in the city of Los Angeles. (the city of)
7. cost the sum of ten dollars. (the sum of)
8. broke an existing rule. (existing)
9. for the month of May. (the month of)
10. for a short space of time. (short space of)
11. an old pioneer. (old)
12. the present incumbent. (present)
13. will draw to a close. (draw to a)
14. at the corner of Sixth and Elm streets. (the corner of)
15. for the purpose of shocking. (the purpose of)

What is Good Writing?

The use of words control and influence all business and communication throughout society. The way that we use our words have an everlasting effect on others, and are a special tool that make an impact. Writing is an important key to understanding the thoughts, feelings, and emotions of others. It also has the power to transform one's mind, filling it with knowledge as well as intelligence. Good writing does not necessarily have to be an entire book in length. Good writing comes from the ability to put one's thoughts in written words in a way that others can understand, feel, and experience the key points meant to get across to the reader. Good writing is simply an art form of expression.

Famous authors and poets throughout history are considered good writers because they influenced people with their choice of words, creative thinking, and organization of their writing. Shakespeare is perhaps the most well known poet of all time, and his writing is influential because of his creativity, use of words, and structure of his stories.

What makes good writing is not just using big words to make a statement, it is being real, honest, and genuine with words. Good writing needs to grab hold of the reader, keeping their attention. It is also imperative for the writer to have an understanding of who the audience is, and to whom they are trying to get their point across.