"We, the editors of the 2009 Gold Star Journal, are honored to dedicate this edition to the hard working men and women of the former Print Shop, which has sadly been lost in our current economic hardships. Previous years they were the unsung heroes and capable backbone of each journal. Annually, we started our process by meeting with them to discuss the physical appearance of the journal. Throughout the design stages they would advise us on our layout. Finally they would publish a professional looking journal for us and our readers. So, in essence, they were the alpha and the omega of The Gold Star Journal, and our gratitude is immeasurable.
We dedicate this year’s journal to them, and we say thank you for all the excellent advice, time, energy, interest, and care that you gave us during the course of our relationship. Every member that worked at the Print Shop was incredibly kind and helpful, and we felt respected and welcomed even though we knew we were taking time away from their other work. Those of you who helped us, thank you again, from the bottom of our hearts. In a sense, each journal has been a dedication to your hard work and kindness; we are just taking the time this year to formalize it."
"The Importance of The Written Word", Marttin E. Periola, Class of 2011, English Major.
"Poppy Paradise", Tyler L. Gardner, Class of 2009, Biology Major.
"Gender-Based Violence in Dafur: An Epidemic" , Matthew C. Millard, Class of2009, Double Major in Political Science and English Major.
"Alexandria as a Cultural Center", Frankie S. Dioguardi, Class of 2012, Civil and Environmental Engineering Major.
"The Current Status of Politics and Oil in Iraq", Ashley R. Petersen, Class of 2009, Political Science Major.
"Dystopian Societies in Modern Literature", Nathan A. Otto, Class of 2010, Political Science Major.
"A Brief History of Infectious Disease Control", Charles J. Williams III, Class of 2010, Biology Major.
The Editors
"An In-Depth Look at Mental Illness in Othello", Joseph C. Collins, Class of 2010, Chemistry Major.
"The Crusades and the Current Conflict in the Middle East", Jerome C. Edleson, Class of 2009, Biology Major.
Kei-Tai Yu, Class of 2010, Physics Major.
"Democracy in the Modern World ", Leon E. Hontz III, Class of 2009, Double Major in Political Science and Spanish with a Minor in East Asian Studies.
"Comparing Landscape Artistry Through the Years", Franklin D. Elliott Jr., Class of 2008, Electrical Engineering Major.
"Caligula, Public Enemy: Why He Needed To Be Killed", John P. Stinson, Class of 2008, History Major.
"China's Health Care Problems: No Universal Solution", Clayton E. Carter, Class of 2008, Health and Wellness Major.
The Editors
"We, the editors of the 2007 Gold Star Journal, dedicate this, the eleventh edition, to “Mrs. E” (Mrs. Electa Hoyle of The Daniel Library). She is a truly remarkable woman who has had an enormous influence on the lives of countless cadets. Although our family may be hours away and our friends may be caught up in their daily demands, we know that we will always have a friend within reach with “Mrs. E”. "
"Ode to 'Mrs. E'", Matthew O. Gryder, Class of 2010, Business Administration Major.
"Tupac Shakur and His Effect on American Culture", Raymond A. Kuderka III, Class of 2007, Criminal Justice Major.
"All for the Union or All for Profit: New York City’s Role in the American Civil War", Mark J. Morrison, Class of 2007, History Major.
"Prisoner Reentry and the Necessity of Community Involvement", Jared S. Newman II, Class of 2008, Criminal Justice Major.
"Generation of Hydrogen from the Water Gas Shift Reaction and Steam Reformation of Hydrocarbons", Cody S. Sandquist, Class of 2007, Chemistry Major.
"How Succeeding in 4th Generation Warfare Has Increased the Need for Reciprocal Understanding in Today’s Military", Douglas J. Schmid, Class of 2007, Political Science (International Politics and Military Affairs) Major.
"Caeser’s Masterpiece in Conquest: The Gallic Wars", Thomas J. Sullivan III, Class of 2010, Biology Major.
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