Archives for March 2015

HW12C due 3/23: Schopenhauer and Essay

1. Schopenhauer, “On the Suffering of the World” and “On the Vanity of Existence”–Located in the rear of the packet, Schopey Wopey’s essays brings us back to one of the more common themes of the term. Read and annotate the text. This is a short text so hop to it!

2. The Stranger Essay (UPDATED DEADLINES)
First Draft due THURSDAY, MARCH 26th
Final Draft due MONDAY, MARCH 30th
3 page literary/philosophical analysis of The Stranger. You are expected to use The Myth of Sisyphus as a complement to your analysis of The Stranger.  Consider: How does Camus use Meursault and his struggle to illustrate his commentary on the human condition/absurdity? While this is an essay focused on The Stranger, you are expected to use The Myth of Sisyphus to help shape your argument. So, consider: How does Sisyphus help us to understand Camus’ philosophy as communicated through Meursault?  IMPORTANT: While Sisyphus is used to give some form to the discussion (i.e. helping to shape the thesis), the discussion is focused on exploring Camus’ message and how he develops that message. While not necessary, I would encourage you to research Camus further to give you further context.  Folks, I expect this essay to demonstrate great thematic/philosophical control of  both texts.  Waiting till the night before is probably not a good idea.  Your reading responses and annotations should prove to be quite beneficial here.  This should be typed in font size 12 (times new roman  or arial).  You should have a title!!!  The title should reflect your thesis.  If you have any questions, please email me.

HW12G due 3/24: Burroughs and Beat Poems

1. Advice for Young People by William Burroughs
2. Beat Poems–With three sample poems, craft your own Beat poem. Your poem should mimic the samples in theme, voice, and form (or lack thereof).

3. Our very own Annabelle Einhorn will perform in the semifinals of a spoken word competition!
Place: Nuyorican Poets Cafe
Date: April 18
Time: 3:00 pm

HW10 due 3/23: Siddhartha, Mandala, and Essay Assessment

1. Siddhartha–Read and annotate Amongst the People.
2. Essay Assessment–Thoroughly and meticulously grade the essay distributed today. Remember, score each category of the rubric. Total score out of 20! You should be prepared to rationalize your score.
3. Mandala blueprint due! This can be a pen and/or pencil rendering of how you envision the final mandala to be! There are exemplar mandalas on the bulletin board in the back of the room.  [Read more…]

HW12G due 3/20: America

1. America by Allen Ginsberg–Read and annotate!
2. Group Presentations–Be sure to closely read the guidelines for the project! As a group, you are responsible for setting deadlines leading up to the day of your presentation.
3. Beat Poetry–Your next poem, inspired by the Beat poems we have read thus far, is due Thursday of next week! I will share a wee bit more info with you on the morrow. Till then…

HW10 due 3/19: Siddhartha

1. Siddhartha–Read and annotate Kamala
2. Research and take notes on Carl Jung’s Shadow, Anima, and Persona. (In your binder)