Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Writing full-length photo captions.
Patrick Makau not only continues the tradition of Kenyan domination in the marathon, he propels the Kenyan mystique. His world record breaking performance at the 2011 Berlin Marathon on Sunday, September 25, bested that of Haile Gebrselassie who, at the age of 37, has become known as one the best runners ever to run the marathon. Haile, you've met your match. The world record time clocked in at 2 hours, 3 minutes, and 38 seconds, 21 seconds faster than the previous record. The two gazelles ran with each other at the front of the pack through the first half of the race. Patrick knew he he had to shake Haile off in order to secure the lead. Using some strategic ingenuity, Patrick decided to weave from one sidewalk to the other across the street as they raced down the streets of Berlin. It worked. Haile dropped back. Destroyed psychologically, though also suffering from an asthma attack, he stopped around mile 17, bent over on the sidewalk gasping for breath. Congratulations Mr. Makau!
Monday, September 26, 2011
Thursday, September 8, 2011
9/11 reflections
Journalism students! The tenth anniversary of 9/11 is coming up on Sunday. Newspapers and magazines across the country are dedicating special sections of their journals to commemorate that day.
Some of you may remember where you were and what you were doing on that day. Answer the questions below and we'll gather your reflections on 9/11 for our school newspaper.
1. What do you remember about 9/11, 10 years ago?
2. Even though you were little back then, how did 9/11 affect you?
3. What are you planning to do on the 10th anniversary?
4. Is remembering enough?
5. How has 9/11 changed your perception of safety?
6. Should 9/11 be a national holiday?
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