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Proliferation of weapons of mass destruction

Acts of violence and wars are facts that have been part of the history of mankind Long time ago, more than you can imagine, it has shed blood for different reasons. The conquest of peoples, the theft of land and now theft of resources, struggles between countries and peoples of which very few understand the reasons. These and many more reasons have led human beings to create weapons and devices that may end up not only the lives of a few, but the lives of whole countries. The question is, worth the creation and maintenance of weapons that can destroy and cause pain to ourselves the human beings? Is it worth engaging in acts that violate the right to life to gain power? Apparently, meditate these situations is not among the plans of many people. Today, the proliferation of weapons has soared dramatically. Countries devote considerable resources in research and development of weapons. Honestly, I can´t understand the reason, it sounds illogical to imagine human beings creating devices for the destruction of human beings. However, many organizations like the UN, have made bilateral agreements and treaties between countries to reduce further the proliferation of weapons. For example the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons (signed in 1968 and extended indefinitely in 1995). Unfortunately, there are plenty of weapons, mostly belonging to the United States and Russia, but many other developed countries try to enter this field. Today we need more tolerance and respect in order to have a better life.

My childhood and something else

 Childhood is a very important part of the life of every human being. Everyone goes through the stage of being children, although not all live in the same way. Childhood, which is a education major step in human beings, ranging from born until approximately 12 years. Childhood is when you learn most of the things that we will use throughout life, for example as learning to communicate, to interact with others, to respect others, etc. In addition, childhood should be not only a learning stage also a time for fun. Being a child, where we test the patience of adults, is the perfect time to make antics.

I would like to talk a little bit of my childhood, which I think was productive and special. when I was little was a very passive and possibly a little shy. At school, though he was very intelligent, spoke little and was always very hard working. I remember once the teacher saw me as I talked to my mom and she told her that she was surprised because she did not know at how was my voice. Something that has not changed is the fact that I have always gotten along better with men than with women, I remember that most of my childhood friends were men and even today we are still very good friends. Where I live, there had many children of the same age and all of us gathered to play hidden and more.

My family is a small family, since childhood I've always lived with my grandmother, so it taught me respect for the elderly and a high value on family. Something curious is that although I had a brother and many neighbors, I had an imaginary friend. His name was Timmy, my mom told me that I always played with him and that one day I just came to tell her that he had died. Anyway, I think that I had a normal childhood, as live the great majority of people I know. It is regrettable that many children do not have that possibility and I sincerely hope a change in society to provide a better life for all children in the world

Fighting global warming

Global warming is the excessive increase in temperature of the earth, which has caused a rapid and uncontrollable climate change. Global warming is produced as a result of increased emissions of gases that cause the greenhouse. These gases that are mostly caused by humans are those who have endangered the life of the planet. For a long time we believed that the planet Earth was an infinite resource and indestructible, but the truth is that it is not. That we are wasting the planet's true, but what we are doing to allay the damage?

The consequences of this problem have been so great, that to minimize the damage has become a duty worldwide. SitioSol mentioned on its website some of the actions taken to combat global warming, however, put the Kyoto Protocol as the most important. In 1997 they met in the city of Japan called Kyoto, delegations from 35 industrialized countries, all reached an agreement to reduce in a period of 4 years gases emissions in their countries by 5%. This project has been very successful and has become almost a law that must comply all countries with based on their potential.

If we talk about measures to take, the British are the biggest example. Currently the government is working on implementing a project that reduced by 60% its greenhouse gases. It aims to limit greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption. Julia Slingo director of the National Science Center atmosphere the UK, has been investigating for years the causes and consequences of global warming. She commented on the British project "With this bill on climate change, the United Kingdom leaves no doubt in his address to the nation and the rest of the world: the impulse to take action to address the problem is unavoidable" (Slingo). In Europe other countries like Spain have shown interest in combating this problem.

Latin America has not made a blind eye. Mexico has decided to adopt measures such as reforestation and boost renewable energy. Chile has been among the countries concerned and further contributions, has become the fifth country with more gas reduction. But not all countries are so aware; unfortunately there is a lot of people who do not mind the welfare of the planet. United States is the country that produces more greenhouse gases, however, has not wanted to join the Kyoto project. Americans know that if we do nothing, we can lose the planet.

I'm sure that everybody wants a good life. But for that we must protect the only place where we have for live. The care of the planet is not the duty of large industries; it is the duty of all. There is only one planet, and today technology allows us access to organic products. As citizens we have a duty to protect the planet. We must do it now before it's too late

Singleton, P. May 25th, 2007. Global task: STOP GLOBAL WARMINGDevelopment.IGLO. recuperado de http://jctincopa.blogspot.com/2007/05/terea-mundial-detener-el-calentamiento.html 

Welcome Week held in ULACIT

January 25, 2011



Dear organizers:


The reason for this letter is to express my sincere opinion on the activities of the Welcome Week held in ULACIT the previous week. Each year, students started with new energy in session, and I think a good idea to carry out such activities. However, there are some pros and cons of such projects.

I think it is good that you want to include activities, with different views and different issues. It is always good for us as students learn about issues outside our field of study. In addition, we need to have time for relaxation and leisure. In this regard, the project meets many of the expectations

I should mention that I had the opportunity to attend the concert of the national group Escats. This was a good experience, because it allows us to spend time with nice music and also urges us to support local talent.

However, in most cases to attend these activities is quite difficult for us as students. It appears that these activities are designed for people who do not work or take a few subjects. In my case, the activities conflicted with my work and my classes. I know it is impossible to accommodate these activities for all students, but at least we should not be forced to attend them to perform an academic work.

Anyway, thanks for giving us the opportunity to enjoy activities that enrich us as people and students.

Human Rights and domestic Violence in Costa Rica

   Human Rights are powers that every human has and can´t give them up. Human rights do not classify age, religion, sex or nationality. No one can violate the rights of others, though of course this does not happen in practice. Even we have to see how people violate these rights and often do not receive any punishment. Costa Rica, was called a few days ago as the second most peaceful country in the world, but we can still see as some living situations of discrimination and violence remain, that we must try to eradicate all. We can´t fool us, we must be aware that we still live in a country of great violence and injustice.

    Violence is a behavior or action that may cause physical or psychological harm to others.  We live in a world where every day is given a lower value to life. Every day we see different forms of violence, some worse than others, but each of them affect humans beings. One of the most common forms of violence is domestic violence, which we define measures of physical and psychological abuse occurs within the home, where a family members are abusing one another. Domestic violence is a disease that produces different social problems, because the family is the foundation of society.

    To observe the seriousness of this problem we need not go very far, because in our country cases of domestic violence are alarming. According to a study by the Ministry of Health in 2001 43929 people, mostly women, requested measures of protection because they were suffering from domestic violence. The problem is compounded by certain social beliefs. Many people believe that violence is the fact physically hurt or injure, but also domestic violence refers to insults, shouts and situations that affect the mental part of the persons. These situations of violence, which all people do not feel as bad, are the ones to lead cases of beatings and killings.

    Family is the foundation of society, and is in violence homes where they are raising future adults and teenagers, so that violence becomes a repetitive cycle. In recent years Costa Rica, has attempted to lessen the problem, with some training and assistance programs. Domestic violence has many causes, for example, the economic aspect. That's why they have been given assistance to disadvantaged sectors of the country. But the problem will not stop until we realize that all are equal, and that my rights end where they start the others.

About me

My name is Joselyn, but all my friends call me Joss. I live in Tres Ríos in a city called Villas de Ayarco. I have 20 years old. I want to describe some important things in my life.

First, I live with my mother and my brother, but my grandmother and my aunt are my neighbors. I love all my family, but the love of my life is my grandmother. My father lives in another city, but he is an excellent dad and I love him. He is an accountant and teacher in the same university that I´m studying. My mother has her own business and she is very happy for that. I like my home life and I love my family.

 About my personality, I´m a hyperactive person. I like to move and make jokes. Some of my hobbies are watch T.V, go to the movie theater and use my computer. I have many friends, so I like spent a few of my free time with them. Another activity that I like very much is go out to drink some spiritual drinks.

Finally, I have many goals, but the most important is to finish my major. I´m studying industrial engineering and I love it. I love math so for me the numbers are very easy. It is not in my plans to have a family because I would like to travel around the world and I like so much to be free. But the most important, I would like to be happy all the time.