task1:Most cities, especially those in very large cities in developing countries, which are struggling with limited budgets and an infrastructure deficit, see urban infrastructure, especially water infrastructure and green infrastructure, as a large expense. The videos seem to suggest that infrastructure should be seen as investments (they provide benefits, which can be regarded as a return on investment). Do you believe that urban infrastructure should be seen as an investment and city governments should take that approach as a motivation to provide adequate urban infrastructure?
task2:In some cities, public transport operates on a cost recovery basis (ticket price set to cover the costs of maintaining and operating the system), with no or limited subsidies from the municipal or higher levels of government. In other cities, public transport is free (Tallin, Estonia) or heavily subsidized, leading to increased ridership and less congested cities. (As of this month, March 2020, Luxembourg, a small country in Europe has made all public transport free: bus, streetcar, train). Are you in support of or against city and higher levels of government providing large subsidies for public transport? If yes, what benefits may such a measure bring? If not, why not (list a few reasons)?
Day: May 16, 2020
Given Kants definition of genius, how can we apply it to contemporary artists? Use Kant and examples from contemporary art and artists texts.
APPLY Kant’s definition of genius to contemporary artists and art (produced in the second half of the 20th century until now, different from modern art).
I uploaded the sections of The Critique of Judgment in which he defines genius as ‘kant.pdf’. Definitely read all of that attachment and take notes (might be helpful to look my notes over first). The ‘additional.pdf’ is the other part of The Critique of Judgment that we were assigned to read so that you can get a sense of Kant’s overall view of art and beauty if need be. I also included the excerpts from Barnette Newman which could be used as an artists text if it’s relevant and coherent with the essay. Some of Newman’s later work fits in the contemporary period.
Please use at least 2 examples of contemporary artists. I was thinking Banksy and Andy Warhol, but whatever artists you see best fit are fine.
If possible, compare contemporary artists to genius(es) of Kant’s time. Who do you think he considered a genius (artists before 1790)?
Please utilize my notes on Kant’s definition of genius:
Genius is the talent (natural endowment) which gives the rule to art. Since talent, as an innate faculty of the artist, belongs itself to nature, we may put it this way: Genius is the innate mental aptitude (Ingenium) through which nature gives the rule to art.
-originality must be its primary property
-the work of a genius must also be exemplary
-not derived from imitation, they must serve that purpose for others
-according to Kant genius applies only to fine art, NOT to science
-it cannot be learned
-science follows rules, doesn’t create them
-science is a theoretical faculty
-art is a productive and practical (as in practice) faculty
The mental powers whose union in a certain relation constitute genius are imagination and understanding
Key components:
-originality
-exemplary
-imagination
-understanding
-spirit
-taste
1 talent for art, not science
2 presupposes a definite concept of the product as its end. Hence it presupposes understanding, but, in addition, a representation, indeterminate though it be, of the material, i.e. of the intuition, required for the presentation of that concept, and so a relation of the imagination to the understanding.
4 the unsought and undesigned subjective purposiveness in the free harmonizing of the imagination with the understandings conformity to law presupposes a proportion and accord between these faculties such as cannot be brought through any observance of rules, whether of science of mechanical imitation, but can only be produced through the nature of the subject.
Genius, according to these presuppositions, is the exemplary originality of the natural endowments of a subject in the free employment of his cognitive faculties.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Extreme Nationalism began in Europe 1840 -1925 and composers became heavily involved in aspects of patriotism and protectionism in support of their native countries. These composers used their music to make deliberate statements about political difficulties their countries were facing such as foreign interference and domination, to invoke national pride among citizens, to showcase unique ethnic characteristics they were proud of, and to celebrate their county in the concert-halls of world.
Choose TWO (2) Nationalist composers from the list below, from 2 different countries, and thoroughly address the items about each one using the following format:
COMPOSER #1 ___________________________ Country___________________
1) Provide complete biographical information about this composer (15 pts);
2) Provide a complete history of the “nationalist/political issues” facing their country during this composer’s life, and explain why & how these composers were “nationalistically” involved; how was their music used, what did they promote, why was it important for that country? (20 pts.);
3) Describe two (2) examples of their nationalistic compositions and the background / reasons these pieces were written; what is “nationalistic” about these pieces? (15 pts).
COMPOSER #2 ___________________________ Country____________________
1) Provide complete biographical information about this composer (15 pts);
2) Provide a complete history of the “nationalist/political issues” facing their country during this composer’s life, and explain why & how these composers were “nationalistically” involved; how was their music used, what did they promote, why was it important for that country? (20 pts.);
3) Describe two (2) examples of their nationalistic compositions and the background / reasons these pieces were written; what is “nationalistic” about these pieces? (15 pts).
Your Paper must discuss each composer separately and be divided into sections 1) 2) 3) as shown above.
RUSSIA: Glinka / Rimsky-Korsakov / Borodin / Tchaikovsky
POLAND: Chopin / Moniuszko
CZECH REPUBLIC: Smetana / Dvorak / Janacek
NORWAY: Grieg
FINLAND: Sibelius
SWEDEN: Alfven
HUNGARY: Bartok / Kodaly
ROMANIA: Enescu
SPAIN: Albeniz / de Falla / Granados
MEXICO: Ponce
ENGLAND: Elgar / Vaughn-Williams / Parry / Holst
USA: Copland / MacDowell / Ives
When submitting your Research Paper, DO NOT copy from Google. docs and attempt to paste directly into the Text Box! The coding in Google. docs does not allow your text to “wrap” appropriately, and your assignment comes out with single line sentences that are 7 miles long!
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All sources must be credited (any bibliographic format is acceptable, but MLA preferred) and all submissions will be automatically checked for plagiarism using SafeAssign & Turnitin. Any papers found to contain plagiarized content will receive an E for failure (See MOD A Grading Policy and Course Syllabus). This assignment is worth 100 points.
A brief about me:-
I was an international student in the US, I studied abroad for six years and then worked there for a half a year after graduation,
I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration concentrated in finance, took multiple different business courses throughout my time as a student, and I also worked as an international student assistant at the university. I volunteered and was member of the finance club at the university, and was member of the soccer club.
After graduation, I worked there as credit analyst in a loan company (financial service) for a while then returned back from abroad.
I currently work as an internal auditor in a bank.
Now, I am trying to pursue a master degree abroad in Europe and have a new beginning in different region, and interact with people from different various background. I’ve chosen a master in business analytics because I want to go into more the technical side of business. Information Systems
Data Science and Business Intelligence.
So, these questions are for the admission to the school i am applying for and hoping to get accepted.
I am fully occupied with work and personal things, I am hoping to find a good communicator and writer who can help.
Please let me know if you have any questions..
Here are the admission questions, I need at least one page for each.
Application essays are your opportunity to tell us more about yourself and detail your interests, values and goals. We are interested in what motivates you, evidence of leadership and team work, why you are looking to pursue a Master and what you will bring to the SCHOOL community. Essays are a vital part of your application and we recommend that you spend a significant amount of time in their preparation. They must be specific to the current application (400 words).
1. * ESSAY WRITING #1
Please tell us your motivation for applying to this college Master in Business Analytics, including your interest for the college.
2. * ESSAY WRITING #2
How do you envision your professional career ?
3. * ESSAY WRITING #3
How will you contribute to the college Master in business analytics program ?
4. * ESSAY WRITING #4
What matters most to you, and why ? Tell us the values and experiences that have shaped the person you are
5. Add any information you consider pertinent for the jury (not already detailed in the rest of your application)
Please let’s communicate.
Thanks
For this reflective essay, I want you to piggyback off what youll write in this discussion( Order 165293383) If you selected in the discussion to write about Sonia Sanchez, then continue your analysis on Sanchez, or if you wrote in the weekly discussion about June Jordan then continue your analysis on Jordan. Develop a two page reflection that reflects upon how a poem (your choice either from the anthology or one you find online) by Sanchez or Jordan reflects women’s liberation (particularly for women of color) and women’s social justice or protest against social oppressions. I would like for you to find one outside source on your own to help back up and support your viewpoint; please quote at least once from the secondary (outside) source you use, and quote from the poem itself. Place both the poem and the outside source on a works cited page (works cited does not count toward the two pages of content). Should you need to write more than two pages and go over that page limit, that is perfectly fine! Write as much as you need to address the themes of women’s liberation, social justice, and protest, within the poem. Even if the poem you are looking at is about the theme of love or relationships, think about how that theme can be used by a female poet to make a larger, broader statement about the treatment of women in society. I am really looking forward to seeing your responses and reflections this week on these two fabulous, historic, talented, and amazing black poets! As always, use MLA format with your heading, in text citations, and works cited.
Assume you are a real estate investor. Target a specific New York City investment property for investigation and analysis. Inspect the property to the extent possible. Collect as much data as you can on the issues identified below. Write a preliminary due diligence report which presents and discusses the data that you collected on your property in a narrative format. The documents should be attached to the report and be referred to as Exhibit 1, Exhibit 2, etc. Use a professional writing style (avoid personal pronouns) and include citations in the narrative and bibliography. You may use APA or MLA format.
Property Description
1. Geographic location, photo, map
2. Size (if land, number of acres; if built, number of stories)
3. New or existing construction
4. Market and SubMarket
5. Proximity to transmit/infrastructure?
6. Approximate amount of rentable space?
Map and legal description.
Title and Ownership Issues
1. Who holds legal title to the property? (Fee simple or leasehold)
2. Are there any mortgages or liens recorded against the property?
3. Any recorded or known leases?
4. Any recorded easements or restrictive covenants?
Deed, ground lease, net lease
Property Condition Assessment
A. When was the property built?
B. What is its construction? (brick, steel, woodframe, etc.)
C. What is the flood risk level?
D. What is the propertys overall physical condition?
E. Any building, health or safety code violations of record?
F. Any environmental risks posed that could affect value?
by age (pre1978 leadbased paint)
by use (manufacturing/industrial)
by location (EPA)
Photos of multiple elevations, if possible/aerial shot Violation search report
Zoning and Land Use Constraints
A. What is the propertys zoning map designation?
B. What are the permissible uses of the property under current zoning laws?
C. What uses are prohibited?
D. Is the property a landmark or located in a landmark district?
E. FAR: How big is the lot? What is the propertys Floor Area Ratio? Are
there setback requirements in this district? Is the lot fullybuilt?
NYC Zoning and Land Use (“ZOLA”)
http://maps.nyc.gov/doitt/nycitymap/template?applicationName=ZOLA
NYC Dept. of Finance Automated City Register Information System (“ACRIS”)
http://a836-acris.nyc.gov/CP/
NYC Dept. of Buildings – Buildings Information System
http://a810-bisweb.nyc.gov/bisweb/bsqpm01.jsp
Step 1: Select a social determinant of health (SDH) that is outside of the individuals control from the SDH model. Can be found on world health organization web site.
Step 2: Explain by providing 2 examples of why your selected SDH should be a concern to doctors.
No cover page, no header or footer on paper, no title needed and no filler titles or spaces in the paper. Times new roman, 12 pt, thank you.
We continue our look at the Black Arts Movement. This week we are focusing more exclusively on female poets of the Black Arts Movement with Sonia Sanchez and June Jordan. Select one of the themes from the list below and give us your “reading” (meaning interpretation) of either one poem by Sonia Sanchez or one by June Jordan. For your examples of poems by Sanchez or Jordan, you are not limited to the poems from our reading this week in the anthology; if you want to go online and find a poem by Sonia Sanchez or June Jordan, may do so, or you may stick to the poems listed for our reading this week out of the anthology (you may do this either way). In your response, give us the title of the poem and poet; if it is in the anthology, give the page number for it, but if it is one you retrieved online then give us the link to the poem. I am excited to see your poem selections and how you read/interpret the poem’s meaning. I want you to think about and consider does the poem speak an element of “truth” that women can relate to? Specifically, how may the poem address women of color? Who is the poet speaking to in the poem? Is the poet herself speaking through the poem or has the poet constructed a persona (mask, image, character) to speak for others?
Here are the list of themes. Again, select one theme as your literary lens to “read” the poem through and to use to analyze/interpret the poem’s meaning.
Black Activism (Social Activism)
Women’s reproductive rights
Sexuality
Women and labor/work
Love/Heartbreak
Emotional loss or emotional trauma
Abuse or trauma
Women’s history
Women’s rights
Family History
The environment/Nature
Women as survivors, warriors, goddesses, powerful
Before you respond, I want you to watch the videos placed here of Sonia Sanchez and June Jordan reading their own poetry. The poems they are reading may not be the poem you have selected to write about–and that is okay! But, I want you seeing, hearing how the poet sounds when the poet reads her own work! It is important to get a sense of the way the poet brings life and energy to her work!
SONIA SANCHEZ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSQtEBNAvnI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7X8gIrkUTh0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P98JZhWUijY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp3zyr-EK-w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1J9MlHCTNeo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydE8a_F6U1w
JUNE JORDAN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7w9iCOk9-8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUSTxhYu7-4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZoNRLfgkeo
This paper is for a writing/CTD 415 History of Textiles class. My topic is Native American Iroquois Beadwork. I have the rubric that I will drop below. I have downloaded some articles and publications I can forward to you. Since my classes have been postponed due to COVID-19, I’m having a harder time getting the materials I need. Once I Have a writer assigned for this paper could they please email me so I can add further instructions and information for the paper.
In an age where social media is prevalent, your research project will be an exercise in utilizing your networking skills to find an artist whose work resonates with you – deeply resonates with you. You will write about them, their work, and how the two intertwine. You must choose a contemporary artist, preferably one that is still living, but one that has died within the past 10 years is acceptable. Fortunately, many living contemporary artists are friendly, and if you ask nice enough, might give you an interview.
This is not a biography, this is an exercise is conceptual development. You can give at most, half a page of their history, unless their history is a fundamental influence on their practice.
You need to find an artist with a well-defined artist statement. Finding an artist that appeals to you but doesn’t have enough information means you find another artist.
Questions you should answer in your report:
Why does this artist use jewelry, or other body adornment, as their medium? (I.E. why is it important for the work to live on the body?)
Every artist is a visual storyteller. What do they want us to think/feel?
What is their aesthetic? Why do you suppose they choose that?
What about their work inspires to you?
Requirements:
3 images. Include Title, materials, dimensions and year of creation
