This type of behavior completely contrasts with the strict and proper society of New Orleans, where woman were expected to be prim, proper, and charming. ... Essentialism basically emphasizes roles within genders, believing that what is socially acceptable, is the real true essence of things. ... On the contrast, Creole society had many differences in the behavior of how a lady should act. ... Edna's experiences on Grand Isle "awaken" desires and urges for music, sexual satisfaction, art, and freedom that New Orleans society deemed unacceptable. ... By showing two very different socie...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

In addition to the policies university campuses implement, state and federal laws also prohibit and regulate certain behavior that is considered sexual harassment or misconduct. Most universities, therefore, establish rules and regulations that comply with state and federal law but that also go into more detail explicitly concerning inappropriate behavior. ... Northwestern, like the University of Southern California, clearly state that they do not tolerate sexual harassment not only because it is "unacceptable" and inappropriate, but also because the greater law prohibits it. The policy also r...

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• Grade Level: Graduate

The differences between the sexes have long been debated in the scientific and social arenas. Anthropologists study the effects of bioligy (nature) as well as the environment (nurture) on human behavior. Biological determinists claim that human behavior and social organization are biologically ( genetically) determined. ... As Kottak describes "we can change our behavior more readily than members of other species can." ... In today's society it should be unacceptable to us that woman have not yet been chosen president, have to face double standards at the workplace and at home and feel th...

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I found it quite interesting that this behavior was tolerated and accepted some fifty or more years ago. ... As more and more women went to college, the idea that women were to take care of the home, kids, and their husbands was quickly fading. 3 Starting in the 1960's, there began a period of substantial social change for women's issues; such as equality, career opportunities, equal pay, and status. ... While the roles and social status of women changed significantly over the last century, I believe that a naked woman dancing around a bunch of drunk men hooting and holler...

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Ho's lecture on Medieval women, "Social reality reflects theological truth." ... Whatever the reason, it is considered acceptable behavior for men in most places. However, if a woman takes of her shirt and plays in a sports bra, it is unacceptable and many places have rules against it. ... Behavioral expectations also stereotype women as being tentative, submissive and soft-spoken. ... Ho's comment about women in her lecture, it appears "Social reality reflects historical truth." ...

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These observations allow the audience to discern that males feel that it is socially unacceptable for them to express their feelings. ... It has become a learned behavior for women to cook, clean, and educate. ... In relation, Adichie is shining a light on evident discrimination but also the indirect behaviors of institutions on women. ...

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In her article, Rosenfeld (2009) explains that the presence of heteronormative behavior is what differentiates between homosexuals that are acceptable or unacceptable in society. ... A study conducted by Getnet Tadele (2011), revealed that almost all of the homosexual Ethiopian men interviewed attempted to merge the disjoined personal vs. social desires by marrying women in order to pass as heterosexual and preserve their hypo-masculinity, while continuing to engage in sexual behaviours with men on the side. Many individuals feel great deals of shame and fear due to their suppressed identity, ...

• Word Count: 1895
• Approx Pages: 8
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate