Intersections (Summer 9:40)

Does the SNAP program lead to healthier diets? By: Mareli Birrueta INTRODUCTION- overview of the program   According to Jones, 13% of the U.S. population are unable to provide or obtain food. That is 42 million empty stomachs in America. This is a silent crisis affecting plenty of people and their families. This shocking enormous number points out the importance of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Evan states that, “SNAP is a government program designed to supplement the food budget of low-income individuals.” It aims to provide access to wholesome food and reduce reliance on government assistance. Although it is a lifeline for millions, I will evaluate if SNAP decreases food insecurity and promotes healthy food buying. Programs like SNAP are important in fighting food insecurity by helping people and families access the nutrition they need, especially young adults who are barely managing to survive. SNAP provides food aid, which helps fight hunger and make su...

Jacob Gutierrez Columbia Basin College English 102 06/30/25  The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time vs. Breath of the Wild When you think of Nintendo, what comes to mind? Super Mario ? Donkey Kong ? For me I think of The Legend of Zelda series. This series has many games, starting in 1986 the first Legend of Zelda game was released; this game was a starting point for the series and in the following years more games came out. Some of the most popular games are The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild . These are very popular entries in the series and are widely loved by fans; we are going to be doing a side by side comparison of these two games.      The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time came out in 1998 on the Nintendo 64 (N64) and is a must play for many Zelda fans. The reason fans say this is because of its story, mechanics and it was also the very first 3d Legend of Zelda game. On the other side there is The Legend of Zel...

 If you are someone who loves clothes and loves 2000 brands, then you have probably heard of the 2 most popular brands Juicy Couture and Ed Hardy. Some might consider these y2k style clothing brands in 2025 because of the variety of clothing that both brands have. These two brands, they are very popular with the young teens and young adults. These 2 different brands have become increasingly popular over the years due to their famous clothing similarities that both clothing brands have. Although it might seem that they are like each other there is a difference between both whether is the clothes quality, the items sold or even the prices, by seeing the difference between both brands and all the different material, prices, and age range it's hard to pick what clothing brand would be beneficial to spend money on and get your money's worth. Both have great similar pieces and other items, but they are not the same, different quality, different designs and logos. So, which one is bet...

Published on July 23, 2025 By: Kearsten Suarez   ince the release of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone" in 1997 by J.K Rowling, the book has become known worldwide. The movie was directed by Chris Columbus in 2001, and with the help of many they brought the magical world to life all in one movie. Both the movie and the book tell the story of Harry Potter, a boy who at the age of 11 finds out he is a wizard and begins his ongoing journey at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. While the main plot stays the same there are many differences in how the narrative is shown in each medium. Throughout this essay it will discuss both the differences and similarities of each medium. Exploring the contrasts in the character development, the plot, the portrayal, and the plot of the magical world. What Are the Main Differences?   One of the main differences between the movie and the book is the amount of detail in each of the plots. The book is very long and goes into great deta...