Shaunna Nelson
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"A Master in Media with a Master's in Media."
My digital footprint will leave an everlasting mark on the world...
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Stories (6/0)
Feli Fame's Only Concerns Are Music Notes & Dollar $igns
Formerly known as Felony Fame, artist Feli Fame's only crime is serving his listeners impactful statements with gritty punchlines and euphoric metaphors. A Newark, NJ native who understood the complexities of going the wrong route, he utilized his music as a successful medium to express himself and connect with other like-minded individuals. From musical projects and collaborations to film ventures, Feli outlines how his aspirations have come to fruition and upcoming projects we can be on the lookout for.
By Shaunna Nelson6 years ago in Beat
Signs Your Job Wants You to Quit the Company
As a married woman, one of my many duties (amongst cooking, cleaning, and keeping order in the house) is to listen to my spouse's recollection of the day; from having to fix coworkers mistakes to staying later than expected, it occurred to me after a few venting sessions that there's a possibility they were purposely nitpicking. In most cases, if an employee is fired, you must pay unemployment benefits to the ex-employee, but if you quit, you in turn forfeit these benefits. Of course in the interests of the company, they will use "booting" tactics to help you make this choice. Though we are still trying to flesh out our next steps, I figured I would share some helpful information on signs the company may want you to quit, and what you should do to protect yourself moving forward.
By Shaunna Nelson7 years ago in Journal
Dear Donald: You Clever Son of a Gun, You...
As a Communications graduate student, I have learned the ins and outs of Media, and how impressionable it can be on masses. Of the many lessons I've learned throughout my educational journey, one essential ideology has always stuck with me. It comes from researchers Max McCombs and Donald Shaw who conducted a study in 1968 to determine the salience of the media's influence on the public. From the foundation of the researcher's work, Bernard Cohen assisted in the development of 'agenda-setting theory,' which recognized that:
By Shaunna Nelson7 years ago in The Swamp
Science Encourages Women to Go Bra Free
Science has had women believe for centuries that a bra is a necessary component of our everyday wardrobes and that free breasts are offensive—yeah right! Some of the biggest stars like Rihanna, Kendall Jenner, and Selena Gomez have been spotted braless, encouraging a new trend to ditch the bra. Not that it is solely about trendsetting, but studies also reveal that the once useful and ladylike accessory may be a thing of the past! Taking the plunge (see what I did there...) to braless prosperity may be difficult, but there are always alternatives.
By Shaunna Nelson7 years ago in Filthy
How the Music Industry Changes Artists’ Authenticity
It seems over the course of time, it becomes difficult for our favorite artists to stay true to their original form. Who’s to say its the weight of the industry or the ever-so-popular cult group “The Illuminati,” but there are many considerable changes that stick out to fans like a sore thumb. Using Oneika ‘Nicki Minaj’ Miraj as a looking glass, it may be easy to gauge just how much fame can change you.
By Shaunna Nelson7 years ago in Beat
New Year, Same Me
With the first month of the New Year almost fulfilled, there are changes all around us; like the suddenly over crowded gym that used to be your solace, or the painfully short contact and social media list that underwent a few adjustments, its all in the spirit of a "fresh start." Yet, why do we feel the need to wait until the start of a new calendar year for a clean slate? These tips will encourage you to put yourself first at times we forget to the most.
By Shaunna Nelson7 years ago in Longevity
