Batman
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The sweet rush of doing a good deed
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The only reason I do nice things for others is so I can feel the rush of the “good deed.” There’s no better feeling than rolling up my sleeves and helping someone in need as a way of indulging myself with that precious influx of endorphins when I hear the words “thank you” or…
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Our Dark Knight in shining armour
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How do we define a hero, besides a mask and a cape? Prior to watching The Lego Batman Movie, I watched The Dark Knight trilogy. That series made me realize just how much I idolize Batman and what the caped crusader and the superhero phenomenon mean to me. Now, when we think of vigilantism, many…
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Misogyny in Batman: The Killing Joke
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Note: This article contains content that that discusses sexual and gendered violence. Alan Moore and Brian Bolland’s 1988 graphic novel, The Killing Joke, has recently been adapted into film. Produced by Bruce Timm, written by Brain Azzarello and directed by Sam Liu. Both the graphic novel and the film are widely seen as controversial for…
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Golden Hawk community makes the first-year transition a breeze
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Whether it be moving to a different city or attending a new university, we have all experienced periods of change in our lives. These periods are often accompanied by mixed emotions. There are feelings of nervousness and intimidation as we are unsure about what lies ahead. However, there is also the excitement and anticipation that…
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