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Author Archives: Amanda Stefura
Cultural Dimensions of Commercials
Canadian vs. German Commercials The first advertisement I looked at was a Canadian Tim Hortons commercial appealing to a Canadian audience by using images of collectivism, hockey and nationalism. Using Sidney Crosby in the advertisement appeals to Canadians as he … Continue reading
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Art Exhibit Reactions
I found Luke Dubois to be an incredibly talented artist who takes very unique approaches to expressing his ideas through his art. I have never experienced art in the forms that he had created so I was intrigued and impressed … Continue reading
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Sorry Not Sorry
Amanda Stefura & Madeline Galvez According to the creators of a model of politeness in 1978, Brown and Levinson, “‘face’ refers to the desire that all people have to maintain and defend their own self-image” (Bowe, Martin, and Manns, 53). … Continue reading
A Mix of Miscommunications
Amanda Stefura and Maddie Galvez 1.) Character A is hosting dinner at their house and invites character B. Once at character A’s house, everyone is sitting down and A’s family members start to serve food to the guests. A: Here have some more chicken … Continue reading
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Culture Shock: Featuring Lily Pulitzer and Vineyard Vines
“Here’s your ID, don’t lose it. Here is your key, don’t lose that either. Welcome to Bucknell!” That was the first interaction I had on Bucknell University’s campus. It was move-in day and I was filled with excitement and nerves. … Continue reading
The Dominance of Words
Wordle’s are interesting visuals that show the usage of words. The bigger the word in the image represents more usage. To the right is a wordle made of Bucknell University’s mission statement. In Bucknell’s Mission Statement, some of the most … Continue reading
Why is college so expensive
It is only day 3 and I have already spent way too much money.