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EDUC 5813 - Final Reflection

As I reflect on the portfolio I created throughout this course, I recognize how these experiences have not only contributed to the person and educator I am today but have also opened my eyes to topics that were at times uncomfortable or unfamiliar. My early memories of growing up in a close-knit, working-class family helped lay the foundation for a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility. The unexpected shift from X-ray technologist to educator was never part of my plan, in fact it was quite a challenge, but I truly believe it was all part of God’s plan, not mine. The Dialects assignment gave me the opportunity to reflect on some of the experiences that marginalized individuals face in our diverse society. Not only did I have an engaging conversation with a gay colleague about her experiences growing up, I also watched several videos: 13 th , Brown Eyes / Blue Eyes , A Girl Like Me , and Would You Stop Muslim Discrimination . As a Caucasian, heterosexual female this opened my...
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EDUC 5183 - Pop Studies

  This week’s assignment asked us to select a topic from popular culture to explore and discuss. I decided to focus on the advertising strategies of two well-known restaurant chains: Hooters and Twin Peaks . These establishments are often promoted for their “world-famous wings” or “diverse menu options,” but it raises the question: is it really the food that draws in customers, or is it the suggestive branding and the visual appeal of the servers that drive their popularity?   Twin Peaks offers a diverse menu with something for everyone. Craving classic, world-famous wings ? Get your game on with our famous Hooters Wings!     This got me thinking, what if the roles were reversed? There actually was a restaurant in Dallas, Texas called Tallywackers , which branded itself as “like Hooters, but with dudes.” Featuring scantily clad male servers, it offered an attempt at flipping the script, but it only lasted a year. This raises interesting ...
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