#bsu

[poet-to-none]

One Year Anniversary (Of Becoming A Fandom Writer!)

Today was my upload day for Black, Soft, Unearthly. . .the first fic I ever wrote and the passion that brought me into this fandom!

I remember spending weeks reading and rereading the chapters Magnus turns Lestat, pondering Magnus inner voice and history, outlining my work to include each detail and unspoken truth, to the depths of its beauty and emotion, because they're as extreme as it gets.

And it all started with that iconic quote, as simple and profound as it gets, "I kissed his eyelids. I gathered his soft black hair in my hands."

So, in celebration, here is my painting of Lestat and Magnus, in that moment. . .

. . .as well as the opening lines from my fic, in the words of the mad alchemist (and lost poet) himself:

-🌕🌹

I am ancient. I understand the future is unattainable. It's not reached. Think of it I can, I will. I have a millennium of meaningless moments, to fly, to drink, to with the morning be closed like the petals of the night bloom, by unseen forces. But reach a moment like this? No.

It reaches me.

-🌘🥀

#writer anniversary! #black soft unearthly #bsu #prince and prometheus #the vampire magnus #dark ages daddy #the vampire lestat #the vampire chronicles #lestat/magnus #lestat de lioncourt

[astro-photographer18]

How'd It Turn Out?

I finished the Crab Nebula with surprising results. It was easier than expected to turn different color filters into something that fits well as one. I used four color filters—clear, blue, red, and green color filters.

I changed each layer mode to screen. In the end, I duplicated each color filter, making a total of 11 layers that include the Visible layer, the Clear median Blur, and the High Pass filter!

Median blur is used to calculate the neighboring pixels' median, affecting the image's edges and corners. The median blur involves a radius, a neighborhood, and percentiles. I set the radius at 3 to increase the blur while setting the percentile and alpha percentile at 50 to make the tone of the image a balanced brightness while becoming more blurred. Alpha percentile works to achieve this balance by becoming more transparent.

The high pass filter "filters high essential details, and larger scale gradients are removed" (Gimp). Standard deviation, contrast, and clipping are adjusted. Increasing the standard deviation allows more details to be accounted for.

I was happy with this final image because I could clearly see the interaction of each color filter in the final product. A lot of the previous noise had been minimized to the extent that the image's primary focus was highlighted.

My favorite part about the results is the Crab Nebula appearing behind the stars rather than in front. I see the stars popping out at me, but the focus still lies in the colorful nebula.

I would prefer my image to be less grainy, even though it is suitable for a first try.

Image shows settings for Median Blur (Screenshot Creds: Sofia)

Image is the final product of my Crab Nebula project (Photo Creds: Sofia Laboy).

Source: Gimp

#final draft #astronomy #crab nebula #space #observatory #bridgewater #bsu

[riebellion]

yazmin staats x carlton banks (s2 of bel air)

#riele downs #riele bel air #rieledowns #carlton banks #olly sholotan #bel air peacock #bel air #jabari banks #coco jones #henry danger #jace norman #black couple #black love #tv ships #tv shows #yazmin staats #bsu #will smith #hillary banks #ashley banks #melanin #my ships #charlotte page #like 4 like #face claim #black girl magic

[aeaeaexxzd]

His gay little strut at the end kills me

#jonathan groff #mindhunter #netflix #holden ford #fbi #my post #crime drama #tv series #fbi agent #behavioral science #bsu

[dyingclown]

can ball state university please leave me alone

#ball state university #ball state #bsu #college #high school #ap #advanced placement #collegeboard #college board

[awkwardbotany]

Weeds of Boise: Boise State University Campus, part two

In part one of this two part series, I introduced you to the Boise State University campus, located in the heart of Boise, Idaho. I’ve been spending the past year walking the campus and cataloging the weeds that I find there. Boise has a fairly mild climate compared to the rest of Idaho, so weeds are generally easy to find just about any time of year. What weeds are present depends on what time…

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#birdsfoot trefoil #Boise State University #BSU #bull thistle #chicory #flowers #fruits #goatheads #horticulture #iNaturalist #introduced plants #invasive species #noxious weeds #puncturevine #velvetleaf #weeds #Weeds of Boise #wild urban flora #yellow nutsedge

[hockpock]

Tumblr just served me this ad for the birthday eclipse

DESTINATION: Muncie 🤣🤣🤣

#indiana #bsu #ssee the eclipse visit the ball jar museum and a college bar #go home #pock posts a thing

[hubbardart]

Hey! I’m @ hubbard.art on instagram, that’s my main but I plan on posting sketches and nsfw stuff here!

Account started 1/7/24

#new artist #new account #new art account #animation student #ball state #bsu #art student #nsft account #nsft art #furry art #instagram

[mlbway]

Did I say thank you—-No—-I’m shouting it!!! Thank you Jesus my Lord and Savior🙏🏾✨✨ ✨Thank you Jesus!!! Hallelujah🙏🏾✨This journey to becoming Dr. Marco L. Brooks and completing my studies at Bowie State University has been a very challenging and life-changing experience…but it was all worth it. “IT IS FINISHED” #John19:30 The next phase begins!! “Live Love, Live Life, and Live4REAL” #live4real #bsu #bowiestateuniversity (at Bowie State University) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqEi__HNjuO5TOqTKGQWPHXLYXcg655A2DM0cA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#john19 #live4real #bsu #bowiestateuniversity

[tabbpro]

Bristol DJs & Music Producers!

Bristol Collaborative Arts (BCA) is hosting an event in collaboration with Lost Track of Time events. On March 23rd, BCA will be fusing moving digital art with some of the best of Bristol's up-and-coming DJs.

Join them next week at Four Quarters or express interest in performing over on Tabb!

#Bristol #DJ #djs #musicproduction #musicproducer #producer #musicproducers #southwest #musicevents #bca #bristol collaborative arts #tabb #bristol events #events #music events #bsu #uwe

[armellef]

Why you should join the BSU at FIT

The BSU which stands for “The Black Student Union” is a student ran club at the Fashion Institute of Technology. I have had the pleasure of being a member of the club for the past three years I spent at FIT. I worked my way up from being a regular member to the director of media for the club. I also also one of the two executive producers for “The Black Print” fashion show this past April 2022. Below are three reasons why you, a BIPOC student, should join and actively participate in the club: 

1. Networking opportunities: 

You never know what kind of opportunities will present itself when you meet new people and find out what their interest are/ what they do. 

- Joining BSU is a great way to network and meet new people.

-  Keeping in contact through social media is a great way to keep that connection going (share your Instagram and LinkedIn) 

2. Sense of belonging: 

Going to a PWI can often be intimidating for those such as myself who came from predominantly black institutes where it was easier to get out of your shell and feel some sense of belonging. That is not to generalize PWI’s, because everyone’s academic journey is different. 

- Joining a club with like minded individuals can take the pressure off being a small fish in a big pond. 

- Helps boost your confidence and self-esteem 

- Develop new friendships that can last a lifetime 

3. Opportunities for growth 

College is a great time to learn about yourself, what your likes and dislikes are, hobbies etc. What better way to explore your interest than to get involved in a club?

- BSU is a great way to tap into your creativity and see your visions come to life with those around you. 

- For example, “The Black Print” fashion show started out as an idea and blossomed into a full blown production in just eight months. 

- The entire show was student ran with the help of the Student Activity Board, and we all used our talents and ideas to make our vision come true. 

- Build your resume with skills you gained from BSU 

- Leadership roles in the club will look great on your resume 

That is all! Those are my three key reasons as to why you should join BSU. With the semester now coming to an end, there is still a chance for those who aren’t graduating yet to join next semester, Fall 2022! 

pictured above: The BSU e-board & board of directors at “The Black Print” fashion show! 

Captured by Jess Bozzello 

My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/armelle-fleurenssaint/ 

#fashioninstituteoftechnology #bsu #theblackstudentunion #networking #fitnyc #leadership #linkedin #instagram #fashionshow #fashionschool #fashionblog #bipoc community

[onetechavenue]

Bulacan State University developers win 3rd iTHINK Hackathon of ISLA Camp (ICP HUB Philippines)

04 April 2024, Philippines —  Four student developers from Bulacan State University (BSU) have emerged as the winners of the third iTHINK Hackathon organized by the  ISLA Camp (ICP HUB Philippines). Held as part of the International Conference on Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (IRCITE) 2024, the iTHINK Hackathon concentrates on projects that utilize the Internet Computer Protocol…

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#BSU #Bulacan State University #ISLA Camp #Web3

[soapishsoap]

LAIKA x BSU campus visit

got to attend the LAIKA seminar at Bowie state. While I missed the opportunity to attend the portfolio review, I still got to learn a lot during their visit to campus.

Hoping that they come again soon, definitely won't miss another opportunity to get into the animation industry.

#laika #bsu #animation

[marumarunyan]

Не совсем понятно, причем тут сайлент хилл, но в целом задумка была неплохой. А так это обычная бродилка (собакокопалка) с хорошей графикой и небольшими элементами хоррора.

На фон пойдет.

Очень напомнило комнату из Cry of Fear (Аптип тоже об этом упомянул).

Пересмотреть, что ли.

#games #silent hill short message #bsu

[obearvatory]

Bridgewater State University Observitory

Earlier this week Jamie Kern, observatory manager and professor,  was kind enough to show her honors astrophotography class the University's observatory (shown above).

The Observatory was first built slightly off the colleges campus back in the 1970s, but was rebuilt in 2011 in Bridgewater State University’s math and science center. It contains a 14-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes cost roughly $4000-$6000.

What makes a Schmidt-Cassegrains telescope (SCT) so special? This telescope has become one of the most popular telescopes due to its versatility, compactness and portability. Its versatility allows users to take amazing photography, observing as well as stargazing significantly easier.

How does a Schmidt-Cassegrains telescope (SCT) work? “Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes are a catadioptric design, meaning they use both lenses and mirrors. They are reflecting telescopes, but they use a corrector lens to eradicate any abnormalities that would result from the mirror alone. The incoming light passes through the Schmidt corrector lens (also called a corrector plate) at the front of telescope.” Which is reflected from a concave primary mirror at the back of the scope. This focuses the light to the front of the telescope where it is reflected again by a smaller secondary mirror. Finally, the light travels back through a hole in the primary mirror to the rear of the scope for visual observing or a camera for photographing.

Source: Starizona

What is the history of the Schmidt-Cassegrains telescope (SCT)? Well for those reading who have good old American nationalism will be happy to know that it was invented by James Gilbert Baker, an american astronomer and lens designer. The design was first intended for a camera in the 1940s. However, Bakers' design wouldn't be used as a telescope until World War II for research for the military.

Source: .wikipedia.org

#astronomy #space #observitory #bsu #astrophotography

[ethn11winter24]

Strikes for Change

By: Jacob Chauvin

Ethnic Studies as we know, can be a sensitive topic to discuss with some, but gives us the cold hard truth about how our country started with diversity, and how we deal with diversity today. Diversity today, is what separates the U.S., from neighboring countries with its unique views, religious practices, and ethnic cultural values. But what did it take to get us to where we are today? Did it take bills? Laws? Amendments? Treaties? All of those are true, but it came down to each ethnic group’s cohesion and strikes to get each distinguishable movement sparked and ignited. The history of ethnic strikes is so important that we understand because it is within these strikes that made everything possible today, for the ethnic groups that battled poverty, discrimination, and social injustices based solely on their appearance and background.

San Francisco State College Strike

It was November 6, 1968, and few would know that this would mark the first day of the longest student strike in American history. Student leaders that attended San Francisco State College Third World Liberation Front marched with their demands for an education more relevant and accessible to their communities (African American, Asian American, Chicano, Latino, and Native American). This was a five-month long battle that engaged all parties involved in the school, police, and even politicians. Stemming from the original basic rights, protestors moved on to demand power and self-determination. The State resisted of course, but that didn’t stop the activists and they held strong. Though this movement didn’t change any economic or political structure, they strongly affected popular ideology and social relations. They also resulted in the formation of mass organizations and produced a cadre of activists who would continue to pursue their ideals.

BSU organizing protests to create equal learning opportunities.

Delano Grape Strike

Not all strikes though, however, were at institutions for education. Strikes were also formed for the ways of Filipino workers and Mexican American workers to get better working conditions in California. One is the Delano Grape Strike, which would change the course for immigrant workers who had to work in intense conditions just so grape farmers can meet the demands of the world.  On September 19, 1965, at 430 am in Delano California, 200 Filipinos and Mexicans stood below the NFWA (National Farm Workers Association) offices, holding signs inscribed with one word; “Huelga” (Strike). This strike lasted 5 long years, being disregarded by the Delano Chamber of Commoners. It was 1970 when that fight for the civil rights with Delano agricultural working communities was won. NFWA became a union, changing the name to United Farm Workers.

Delano Grape Strike led by Cesar Chavez and Larry Itilong.

Standing Rock and Alcatraz Strike

Another distinguishing strike was involving the Native Americans at Standing Rock, and Alcatraz. In April of 2016, the Standing Rock Sioux established the Sacred Stone protest camp at the confluence of the Cannonball and Missouri rivers in North Dakota. Companies began pipeline construction, and as a result, the Sioux began a protest because the pipeline’s draft environmental assessment did not address risks to their reservation’s water supply. Alcatraz is seen as a Historic Landmark and works with individuals and organizations to preserve and interpret its long history of activism.

Native American Tribes occupying Alcatraz Island

Conclusion...

Strikes are history, strikes are what bring cohesion and unity amongst the unique ethnic groups involved. It is a way for their voices to be heard in this ever-loud country we live in. Strikes are necessary because if a group does not strike, then how can we be heard?

LEARN MORE BELOW!

Sources:

Epstein, K. K., & Stringer, B. (2022). The Student Strike that Won Ethnic Studies and Black Student College Admissions. Journal of African American Studies, 26(4), 503–513. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12111-022-09598-y

Contemporary Asian America. (n.d.). Google Books. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=0ygUCgAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PA25&dq=history+of+ethnic+study+strikes&ots=kTOQuCtrQ3&sig=3WdaRHhIg3m9AA20FDbLvEnIe1o#v=onepage&q=history%20of%20ethnic%20study%20strikes&f=false

Lambert, A. M. (2021). Cesar Chavez: The 1965 Grape Boycott and the 400-Mile Pilgrimage.

Beisaw, A. M., & Olin, G. E. (2020). From Alcatraz to Standing Rock: Archaeology and Contemporary Native American Protests (1969–Today). Historical Archaeology, 54(3), 537-555.

FUNG, C. (2014). “THIS ISN’T YOUR BATTLE OR YOUR LAND”: THE NATIVE AMERICAN OCCUPATION OF ALCATRAZ IN THE ASIAN-AMERICAN POLITICAL IMAGINATION. College Literature, 41(1), 149–173. http://www.jstor.org/stable/24544625

Tintiangco-Cubales, A., Kohli, R., Sacramento, J., Henning, N., Agarwal-Rangnath, R., & Sleeter, C. (2015). Toward an ethnic studies pedagogy: Implications for K-12 schools from the research. The Urban Review, 47, 104-125.

#ethnic studies #strikes #protests #delanograpestrike #alcatraz #BSU