My Major

The major that I chose was Electrical Engineering. I chose this major because I have always been interested in the way that things work. When I was a child, I would take toys apart and challenge myself to put them back together again. I am the type of person that likes to know the "why" behind what causes the television to come on with the press of a button. When deciding on my major, I researched the courses that I would have to take and the job opportunities that would be available to me with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Some of the classes that I will have to take include: a number of math classes, physics, chemistry, and circuits. Electrical engineers can find jobs in aerospace, automotive, chemical, electronics, and many other engineering industries. My dream job is working for NASA as an electrical engineer. I chose to attend Kennesaw State University because of the location. KSU is not in Atlanta where I live, but at the same time, it is not too far away. Traveling a short distance for school gives me time to just drive and think and enjoy the scenery of the beautiful campus. I also chose KSU because it is known for having a strong Electrical Engineering program.  

I found most of the information about both my major and KSU through google searches. I still use google to look for information regarding internship and scholarship opportunities for those in my field. This simple, every day research played an important role in my decision to become a student at KSU. 

Everyday Research

The Google app on my phone meets all of my daily search needs. I use this app to search for various things throughout the day. Most of my searches are centered on daily news and sports. I am set up to receive daily news announcements from CNN. When I find a topic that interests me, I search for more information on Google. Google is my favorite search engine because of the variety of results that it offers and the organization of the site. I am able to quickly find valuable and invaluable information based on the order of results provided. When searching sports, I can easily find out the latest scores and statistics. I decide which information to use based on where it is on the list of search results and the credibility of the web page and/or authors. Google also provides quick responses to frequently asked questions about the topic being searched. You can find not only written search results but also pictures, videos, maps, and more.

I find maps very useful and easy to understand. I use Google Maps often when trying to locate a place or area. Other things I use my Google app for include searching for the daily forecast, movie times, nearby restaurants, and nearly anything else I have a question about or need help finding. I do not cook often, so I hardly ever search for recipes. The Google app is probably one of the most used apps on my phone. It can be an extremely valuable tool in everyday life for quick searches on any topic. 

Rhetoric in Advertisements

Blog #1 

For this assignment, I will be examining how different companies advertise for soaps and how they incorporate rhetoric into these advertisements.

Dove Soap Advertisement: 




This Dove soap advertisement incorporates both pathos and logos to encourage viewers to purchase Dove soap rather than others. Although Dove is a soap, the advertisement makes Dove seem superior to other "soaps" that strip your skin. The advertisement incorporates logos via the pictorial representation of Dove vs. "Soap." Using a grater to represent "soap" suggest that any products other than Dove will be extremely rough on one's skin. While the picture of the Dove soap seems smooth and moisturizing. No one wants to use a soap that is rough on one's skin, and this advertisement appeals to that sentiment shared by many viewers. The bottom of the advertisement reads "see proof." This makes viewers curious about the logic that Dove has to offer to support this advertisement.


Dial Soap Advertisement 



Pathos and Logos is used in this Dial soap advertisement to encourage viewers to purchase this soap. The advertisement reads "healthier skin, healthier you." Including this quote serves as a way to incorporate logos. The advertisement appeals to the emotions of the many viewers who are are seeking ways to improve their overall health. Many people don't think of soap as having an impact on their health and will be more likely to purchase a soap that will play a role in making them healthier. The image in the ad appeal to the viewer by including a coconut and water portraying that moisture and natural nutrients are found in this soap.


Irish Springs Soap Advertisement 



Pathos is used in this Irish Spring soap advertisement. The image used in the ad appeals to the emotions of mainly male viewers. The strong arm flexing biceps coming from the soap suggests that this soap is used by strong men or other athletic individuals. "Concentration Awesome" found at the top of the add suggest that alot of nutrients are included in the soap that could possible play a role in increasing one's strength.


**After completing this assignment, I found that most companies rely solely on pathos when advertising for soaps. They appeal to the viewers emotions regarding beauty, healthy skin, and nutrients. Very few advertisements incorporated pathos or ethos into their advertisements.