The American Culture presentations over the past two days were outstanding! I am impressed with the level of scholarship and thought that went into most of the presentations. You have set a high mark--I expect everyone to continue to rise to this level of excellence throughout the semester.

With a degree in philosophy I especially enjoyed those presentations that looked at the object as symbol or metaphor like Maxx's flag and Andres's apple and the student who shared a credit card: over consumption, outsourcing of jobs...shaky economy and Americas dependence and worship of deferred gratification--buy now, pay later.

Cliff's Adidas, helmet and cap: tools of the hip hop trade was pretty impressive and I liked the student's commentary on diamonds--again, America's fascination with things --possessions over people.

Jay's heavy metal presentation was intriguing. I'd love to take a field trip to a concert, but I am don't want to get hurt (smile).