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...while the overall atmosphere scores a powerful hit on the sensations, the cast does not quite measure up to par in generating emotions. Perhaps because the production does not use body microphones, many of the performers cannot be heard over the—ironically “background??—orchestral accompaniment...
...establish a proficiency test of some form in order to excuse the few students who already possess the background the course provides, but for most concentrators, taking the course is a necessity. Moreover, if History 10a is failing to meet its worthy mission of providing history concentrators with a background??a “how we got here” narrative—rather then drop the course altogether, the History Department should seek pedagogical improvements to its teaching. Perhaps it might consider extending the course over a full year or instituting “flavored?...
...over potential profit; hence the mantra in the company’s Code of Conduct: “Don’t be evil.”While other websites bombard users with flashy advertisements, Google insists on Spartan simplicity. Its homepage is uncluttered, and the stress-free white background??coupled with the logo’s primary colors—emits a calm vibe. To uphold a user-friendly, inviting environment, Google sacrificed millions of dollars in profit. Googlers have always been the founders’ primary focus. As Vise explains, Brin and Page aimed to create...
...racial identities, but rather with “a wide diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and talents.” The first two of these three characteristics are certainly shaped by race, but they are not encapsulated by it. Rather, it’s an applicant’s background??in the broadest sense—with which the admissions process ought to be concerned...
...other hand, his unique background??and his ability to compete on a physical level with the other draft-hopefuls—may actually work to Fitzpatrick’s advantage come draft day. The Harvard name and the intelligence it implies make him an enticing pick for a team looking for a trainable quarterback in the mold of the Tom Brady, a former sixth-round pick who has won three Super Bowls with the Patriots...