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Andre Bland

University of the People, Business Administration, Undergraduate

Delaware State University-USA, Sport Administration, Alumnus

Virginia Peninsula Community College, Education, Alumnus

College of William and Mary, Undecided, Alumnus

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Happiness Is Integral But Not Rational

Math Horizons, Sep 1, 2017

That is, every natural number has a path that reaches one of the components in figure 1. See Ross... more That is, every natural number has a path that reaches one of the components in figure 1. See Ross Honsberger’s Ingenuity in Mathematics (Random House, 1970, pages 83–84) for a proof of this fact. A number is called happy if it eventually reaches 1 and unhappy otherwise. In this article we explore happiness in several different numeral systems. We include exercises along the way that we hope will enhance your experience. The proofs-based exercises are meant to extend the ideas we present and are completely optional. We also include a few example-driven exercises that we strongly encourage you to complete, as they will be important later in the article.

Happiness Is Integral But Not Rational

Math Horizons, 2017

That is, every natural number has a path that reaches one of the components in figure 1. See Ross... more That is, every natural number has a path that reaches one of the components in figure 1. See Ross Honsberger’s Ingenuity in Mathematics (Random House, 1970, pages 83–84) for a proof of this fact. A number is called happy if it eventually reaches 1 and unhappy otherwise. In this article we explore happiness in several different numeral systems. We include exercises along the way that we hope will enhance your experience. The proofs-based exercises are meant to extend the ideas we present and are completely optional. We also include a few example-driven exercises that we strongly encourage you to complete, as they will be important later in the article.

Statue of Memi and Sabu vs Statue of Gudea: Compare and Contrast

According to Merriam Webster Online, a statue is “a figure usually of a person or animal that is ... more According to Merriam Webster Online, a statue is “a figure usually of a person or animal that is made from stone, metal, etc.; a full three dimensional representation of usually of a person, animal, or mythical being that is produced by sculpting, modeling, or casting (Merriam-Webster Learner’s Dictionary, n.d.).” Two particular statues that have quite the historical and cultural value in art history are the Statue of Memi and Sabu as well as the Seated Statue of Gudea. We know sculptures are used for telling the stories of a society’s practices and beliefs. This ancient form of expression has been used as a prerequisite and supplement to a lot of written history and media outlets such as in modern times. In this essay, we will compare and contrast the two statues of ancient times.

Modernization, Dependency & Globalization Theories

Modernization theory has received its fair share of criticism for being Eurocentric. But it isn’t... more Modernization theory has received its fair share of criticism for being Eurocentric. But it isn’t the only theory of its kind around. There is also dependency theory and globalization theory. There are many similarities and many differences between these theories. Are dependency theory and globalization theory both biased as well or not? Which is most useful for explaining global inequality? In this paper, I plan to explore all of this and provide thorough examples to accompany what I find.

Should We Grow GM Crops?

In this short analysis I go over some of the pros and cons of growing GM crops and give my take o... more In this short analysis I go over some of the pros and cons of growing GM crops and give my take on whether or not we should grow them or not. In the end, I try to be a voice of reason in the face of a fierce battle pitted between the two sides.

Existentialism is...

This paper goes over what existentialism is... It covers topics from Heidegger to Sartre, briefly... more This paper goes over what existentialism is... It covers topics from Heidegger to Sartre, briefly touching on a few others. In this paper, I address the anguish of human existence, the love of freedom, and my thoughts on the appeals and discouragements of an existential life.

Existentialism is...

This paper analyzes what existentialism is, while briefly covering thoughts and topics of Heidegg... more This paper analyzes what existentialism is, while briefly covering thoughts and topics of Heidegger, Camus, and Sartre. In it, I evaluate their theories, and explain what I find appealing and disturbing. Overall, this is an symposium on the anguish of human existence and love of freedom!

Animal rights are one of the most talked about and controversial subjects to date. In fact, it ca... more Animal rights are one of the most talked about and controversial subjects to date. In fact, it can be argued that this topic has been a growing concern since the dawn of civilization. As stated by Scott Wilson in the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, “What place should non-human animals have in an acceptable moral system? These animals exist on the borderline of our moral concepts; the result is that we sometimes find ourselves according them a strong moral status, while at other times denying them any kind of moral status at all (Wilson, n.d.).” So what is the right thing to do in regards to animals? Should humans have the right to detain, own, imprison, slaughter, and skin (sometimes alive) other living beings that may happen to not be human? This is a serious issue in need of close inspection.

Environment Ethics in Light of Climate Change

Environmental concerns are always on the rise. Back nearly 50 years ago, there were legitimate co... more Environmental concerns are always on the rise. Back nearly 50 years ago, there were legitimate concerns dealing with the threats of pesticides on public health and the environment, brought up by Rachel Carson. Such concerns are never really accepted by the masses as a whole upon their forefront. Rather, it always begins with tension, especially via those promoting the environmental issues. Nowadays, we run into climate change concerns, directly related to carbon pollution. How will we solve this problem in a culturally relative sense? Will this be addressed by global societies in our modern, present day? Or will it be ignored? These are all questions that will be addressed as we delve into the topic and evaluate how it is impacted our environment.

Efficient Marketing Hypothesis

This topic delves into Marketing and Finance

Ethics and Three Philosophers

In this paper, I do a rough comparison of three distinct philosophers and compare and contrast th... more In this paper, I do a rough comparison of three distinct philosophers and compare and contrast their ethical views.

To Know Virtue Is Ethics

This paper deals with the topic of Virtue Ethics which was made most famous by the Greeks such as... more This paper deals with the topic of Virtue Ethics which was made most famous by the Greeks such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. It is also the prevailing philosophy of those such as the Buddha, Lao Tzu and Confucius.

What were the reasons for the Second Punic Wars

Punic Wars of Rome

What Led to the Plebeian Revolt in the Roman Republic

In this paper I discuss what economic and political factors led to the Plebeian Revolt against th... more In this paper I discuss what economic and political factors led to the Plebeian Revolt against the Patricians within the Roman Republic.

Treatment of Latiums in Importance to the Roman Empire

In this paper, I discuss why the Latiums were treated the way they were by the Romans!

Differences between Nominal and Real Accounts

In this paper, I discuss the difference between a nominal account and a real account in Accounting!

End of the Athenian Golden Age

In a very short synopsis, I argue why overpopulation is one leading circumstance for the end of t... more In a very short synopsis, I argue why overpopulation is one leading circumstance for the end of the Athenian Golden Age.

Monarchy, Aristocracy, Tyranny, Oligarchy, and Democracy in Ancient Greece

This paper examines the various types of governments that existed in the numerous city-states of ... more This paper examines the various types of governments that existed in the numerous city-states of Ancient Greece. It explains what each type of government was/is, and what city-states held the particular philosophies. It is a perfect paper to get an overall view on the governmental structure of Greece as a whole when comparing its substructures.

Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance, and Financial Statements

I describe the purpose of each and how they flow into each other.

Discussion and Comparison of Daily Life of Athens and Sparta

This paper goes in depth on the daily life of Athens and Sparta. It hits a few points that my las... more This paper goes in depth on the daily life of Athens and Sparta. It hits a few points that my last paper hits, but also delves into more topics that were not touched on before.

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