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Phase I: Who Am I? What's My Place?

The way we act and show our personality. Certain characteristics and skills show our identity to other people.
 * What __really__ makes up your identity?

The way you interact with others and knowing that you belong in a certain group. where you can feel comfortable with the people around you.
 * What __really__ makes up your sense of place?


 * What roles do your identity and sense of place play when you work with others in a group project?

It shows how well you can work with other people. That you know you are in the right place and doing the right things. Also. we should find our respect and kidness toward others and bring it out on others. Show our care and colaboration with others.

Good leadership and helpful ideas on certain issues. understand other people's perspective and try to put yourself in their situation. Caring and respect are key qualities to contributing to these problems.
 * What are the qualities that you bring to the GLIP conversation that will help you make a contribution to your global group?


 * What is one local problem (where you live) that you believe needs to be addressed? Suggest some steps could you take to try to solve it?

There are a numerous amount of people who are living without a home in today's society. They are poor and can not afford a home. in order to solve this problem, we should lend money to those people we can trust. Provide clothing and food towards those people. Give them chances to apply for jobs and make a living for themselves.


 * Finally, some problems have been around for a long time. What qualities do you think a person must have to step up and try to solve them?

This person must demonstrate good leadership qualities by being wise, respectful, truthful, bold, strong, corageous, and caring toward others.

Phase II: Sense of Place

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This is a picture of unc vs. duke basketball, the biggest rivalry in college basketball. I use this as my sense of place because it is a place I go to a lot and I am a big carolina fan. It is a place of an intense atmosphere and a great place to watch basketball. It is always a full stadium and a place of excitement and joy for the fans. This is a great representation of Raleigh, NC. It is the executive mansion and the bricks are named after the people that made it. It is very historical and a beauty of a site. Also, this is the home of our current governor and it is a very recognized house all over Raleigh.

Use these questions to help you determine which picture shows someone else why your “place” is so special to you.
 * Does a scenic picture represent the beauty you believe that your town has? - The Dean Dome is a great represenation of Chapel Hill. It is a place of beauty in the eye of a basketball fan. It ties the whole city together and it is a place of joy for everyone.


 * Does a picture of a group of people represent and show a warmth and friendliness that your town has?- Yes, there are very nice fans who would welcome you into their stadium. It is very happy and warm group of ppl.
 * Does a statue or building convey the feeling of history that makes your place important and unique?-Yes, the Dean Dome is a very historical building full of great traditions representing the town of Chapel Hill.


 * Is there a cultural event that represents the values of your home location?-

What are your initial thoughts about how your image addresses the questions above? Later, you will be working with the members of your group to create a travel package that includes visits to each group member's home location (see Phase II)

The Dean Dome is a great representation of Chapel Hill. It is a place of warmth and welcoming fans. It is intense and full of excitement. Carolina basketball is one of the most highly respectale teams. It competes with Duke University making it the best rivalry in college basketball. It is full of great traditions and wonderful people in Chapel Hill. The Dean Dome is a great represntation of the great town of Chapel Hill and this is why I chose this picture.

Phase III: Identify Local Issue:

What is your local issue? Homelessness, Poverty

What can you do to be address the issue? As a person my age, I can donate my belongins to those in need. Some people are unable to afford food or a home due to poverty. We can provide food to certain homeless ceneters and help the poor.

What is the global impact of your local issue? Throughout downtown Raleigh, there is a numerous amount of homeless people. The number is not decrreasing and there is not a lot of action taking place on this issue. During tough economies, the poverty increase and more people suffer.

Add these thoughts to your Group's Discussion Forum on Local Issues