Planting the Spring Flowers Airplane Overhead

These photos are of the bearded irises outside of Luise Hall.

Irises symbolize positive change because they are always changing, emerging each spring, blooming, and then dying.

Homer, a 16 year old polar bear, the oldest one at the zoo passed away at 7 am in the morning after shortly after his feeding. He was found floating in the pool. The zoo will perform a necropsy to determine the cause of death and the results will not be available for several weeks. Staff say “Homer was a very curious and playful polar bear and we will miss him terribly.” The other two polar bears in the exhibit were taken out and are now being monitored by veterinary staff.

Polar bears have thrived at the zoo since 1985. Their unique exhibits allow the bears to engage in natural behavior. Playing in manufactured snow, digging in gravel and hunting trout in the chilled pool. The bears are ambassadors for their wild relatives, educating zoo visitors about these threatened animals.

In the ever-evolving world of fashion, the UGG Tasman slipper is disrupting the scene with its unique design and versatility, steering away from UGG’s traditional sheepskin boots. Debuting in fall 2022, it redefines the classic slip-on, seamlessly blending comfort with contemporary style inspired by UGG’s iconic heritage.

As I walk campus to see an emerging trend and a common theme, these slippers stand out. I have even seen my friends who live in Spain wearing them. Proving that they are becoming a staple world-wide. Of course college student are going to wear sweat pants and sweat shirts to class. What could pair better than some loungy slippers.

Crafted from premium suede and lined with UGG’s signature sheepskin, the Tasman slipper promises a soft, breathable experience. Its adaptable design effortlessly shifts from indoor to outdoor wear, catering to various occasions. The distinctive woven braid detailing adds a touch of sophistication, setting it apart.

As temperatures drop, the UGG Tasman slipper emerges as a college must-have, capturing the attention of students and those appreciating comfortable footwear. On the Morningside campus and beyond, where comfortable fashion is a priority, a choir student Katie remarks, “I recently got these UGG Tasman slippers—a cozy find for colder days. The suede and sheepskin lining are soft, easy to slip on, perfect for long rehearsal sessions.”

Another student, Nora, swept up in the trend, shares, “Honestly, I got these UGG Tasman slippers because everyone on campus was getting them. They’re not bad; the suede holds up, they’re comfy—popular for a reason. Not my usual style, but they work for in the dorm and going to class.”

The slippers versatility shines through as even a shoe the guys are into. Andy says, “I absolutely love these shoes! They are comfortable like an actual slipper, but I can still wear them outside because the bottom of the shoe is like a tennis shoe. I think they are so trendy due to how comfortable and slick they look.”

According to Forbes Magazine the slipper has been very popular on tiktok for long time now so it is no wonder they are sold out. Forbes emphasizes that “The popular Chestnut shade is completely sold out at most major retailers including Nordstrom, Amazon and Anthropologie. But if you’re determined to get your hands on a pair ahead of the holidays, there’s still hope—especially if you’re open to other colorways.”

In an article on Modern Retail they inform that Ugg’s Tasman slipper reported that it gained traction, showing a “21% rise in acquired consumers and a 17% increase in retained consumers.” over all Ugg net sales was $930.4 million. The growth is credited to the trendy designs on social media and renewed interest in classics such as the Tasman clog, Classic Mini, and Ultra Mini.

Winter is upon us and the Tasman slipper is likely to become even more trendy with it emerging on Christmas wish lists. Crafted from premium suede and lined with UGG’s signature sheepskin, the Tasman slipper promises a soft, breathable experience. There is no wonder Morningside’s campus is full of these slipper wearers.

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The Morningside Choir has achieved national recognition by winning The American Prize in Choral Performance for the college/university division. As part of this prestigious honor, the choir, led by Dr. Ryan Person, will receive both a physical award and a financial prize. Dr. Person expressed gratitude for the recognition and acknowledged the support of the college administration and performing arts faculty. The Morningside Choir is renowned for its innovative musical endeavors, versatility, and annual travels to regional, national, and international destinations.

I would consider this achievement news as it is a great recognition of Morningside’s talent and skill. I think that the potential audience for this information would be Morningside students and faculty as well as the parents of the students and prospective students. The purpose of this story is to showcase the achievements of Morningside students. I think that readers might gain more pride for their school and prospective students can benefit by seeing the quality choir that Morningside has and decide they would like to be apart of the show. Finally, Morningside gains a good reputation by showcasing this story and great honor.

I looked over the category of women on the PR News site. There was most definitely a theme of articles surrounding the topics of health, wellness and new products to enrich a woman’s life. The article titled “Regular Screening Mammograms Significantly Reduce Breast Cancer Deaths,” I chose to read for a more in depth analysis. Right off the bat I can see that the paragraphes are very short. Some of the blocks only being a few sentences and some sections only being one long sentence. My articles have average to somewhat long sentences and so did this article. However my paragraphs were not as short as theirs. The first sentence of the article is basically the same as the title which is the lead. My title was never the same as my lead I think this is another place were our writings differ. Our writing is alike in the aspect of using the upside down pyramid, stating the most important facts first. When their article gives attribution the title of the source person is very long, stating who they are, what they do, and where they are from. I did not do this when including attribution in my articles. There was a lot of scientific explanation and statistics included. I hardly picked a topic that needed statistics or scientific explanation. All in all I believe that the articles in the PR News site are more scholarly with a deeper tie to statistics than I had in my writings but we were alike in sentence length and organization of information.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/regular-screening-mammograms-significantly-reduce-breast-cancer-deaths-301997407.html

Casey lives in the weight apartments with six other guys and they are all on the cross country team together. One of the roomates does not pull his own weight or keep up, so in order to keep the apartment clean Casey made a chore chart. The first week that he made the chart there were a lot of dishes in the sink. Everyone said that it was not theirs and there was the water bottle of the guy that did not pull his weight so Casey put him on dish duty and the guy waited until last minute to do the dishes so Casey piled the dishes really high in the sink to get him to do the dishes and he eventually did. “if that’s what I have to do to get him to do his stuff I will,” Casey explained as he revealed a somewhat passive and petty approach.

A major figure in the world of sports broadcasting, Stuart Scott spoke on stage as he received his award at the ESPY Awards and shared his story battling cancer showing the value of perseverance.

In the heartfelt and humorous speech, Scott expressed gratitude for the ESPYs honor, speaking about conversations with friends, sharing the stage with icons like Peyton Manning, Money Mayweather, and KD. Though the most of his appreciation went to Kiefer Sutherland, acknowledging “24” as his all-time favorite TV show. Scott reflected on life’s journey, emphasizing the profound impact of people who touch our lives. Initially feeling unworthy of the award, he found inspiration in Jim Valvano’s timeless words: “Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.” This sentiment became the foundation of his perspective on battling cancer, connecting his struggle to Valvano’s legacy and upholding the tangible benefits of not giving up, citing his participation in a clinical trial as a testament.

Scott seamlessly integrated Valvano’s wisdom, urging others to fight relentlessly and highlighting the importance of support when fatigue sets in. Detailing a recent health crisis and hospital stay, he credited loved ones, medical professionals, and even bosses for unwavering support. Scott emphasized that “this whole fight, this journey thing, is not a solo venture. This is something that requires support.”

In a touching conclusion, Scott expressed deep love for his daughters, acknowledging them as the driving force behind his resilience. With a mix of gratitude and humor, he thanked ESPN, the ESPYs, and the audience, leaving a lasting message to cherish both the night and the rest of their lives. He reminded the audience: “When you die, that does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live and in the manner in which you live.” Scott’s journey, marked by Valvano’s wisdom and unwavering support, became a testament to resilience and the profound impact of living a purposeful life.

She sits across the room at the front. She sits alone with her right leg crossed over her left. Not like a lady with her legs crossed tightly together but she sits with her leg loosely propped over the other with her lower calf on her knee. The foot that touches the ground bounces up and down from time to time alternating restless movement with her foot over her knee that rocks up and down. She also rocks back and forth in a shift of movement as she puts her foot thats over her knee up against the leg of the desk in front of her. Her jacket sits behind her laid over the back of her chair as she sits in a T-shirt. She slouches over as she holds herself in a low arm cross with her hands holding her forearms. One hand olds a white tissue over a scratched bug bite on the underside of her forearm. Here and there she pushes her glasses up her nose with her pointer finger at the center of the glasses frame and tucks her dish water blonde hair behind her ears. She scrunches her eyebrows together in a concerned look with a pronounced frown in her lip. She shows a light smile as the professor hands out strange chalky disks of a candy none of us have seen before. Her concerned frowny look returns to her face as her mouth reacts to the strange sweet. At the end of her endeavor in trying the sweet, she pulls her lower lip under her upper lip and shifts in her seat to notice the rest of the classes reaction to the crusty candy.

In the darkness of the November evening I drove my gray Chevy Malibu to Witt College with my old roommate from freshman year in my passenger seat. We were driving to FCA. I asked her how her summer went and she was reluctant to answer. She wanted to give the generic “it was good,” answer but as her answer was given she sounded more unenthused about what her summer looked like. She said something to the affect of “Well I worked for my dad back home and that was good.” She then started to mention what she wants to do this coming summer as the blue radio light illuminated her narrow face. She said she thinks that the lord might be calling her to service in the Marine Corps. She said it would push her and she doesn’t know if she can do it but she wants to try. She even has talked to her recruiter about joining the summer program and so far she qualifies in every field.