Dear community of readers, It is with great pleasure that I announce the launch of Issue 1 of Inscribe: A journal of undergraduate student writing...
Issue 1
Project proposal – The integration of GPS tracking and aerial shooting technology in outdoor sports events
This proposal is to develop a united GPS tracking and aerial shooting technology which can be applied to shoot cheaper aerial footage of athletes competing in outdoor sports events……
Learning English in 3d
This argumentative essay considers language learning in virtual environments, debating the extent to which Second Life could help undergraduate students in Hong Kong universities improve their English language skills. Focusing on the precept that the digital space is a fluid platform which simulates the physical space, the author infuses personal experience during an English Language Centre subject exploration of Second Life in a writing practise session to investigate this issue.
The reflection of identities between my grandfather and me in different centuries
This article serves as a biographical essay of the author’s paternal grandfather and this ancestor’s life as a former general of the Chinese national youth league. Observing the pull of Hong Kong during the height of the Cultural Revolution of the 1950’s, the author continues this biographical exploration through her paternal grandfather’s immigration to Hong Kong, reflecting upon the issue of identity as reflected through Hong Kong culture, Chinese immigrant status, and the self.
Aiko
“Anyone’s voice, face, laughter, thoughts and memory can be simulated, even your passed-away loved ones! Here and only here you can get it done!”
In this era, immortality can be achieved by the latest commercialised total scanning technology. Through digitalising appearance, vocal cord and every neuron and cell of a brain, you can live forever in the virtual world.
Henry did not subscribe this service for himself but for his wife, Aiko, who died in an avalanche. She is now perfectly rebuilt in another world, with an incredible ability to engulf and evolve.
Proposal of all-rounded educational toy – Mickey ball catcher
This proposal introduces the development of an innovative “all-rounded” toy – the Mickey Ball Catcher – which promotes playfulness and also educational benefits to 6 to 10 year old children, and incorporates a cartoon-like mouse design for creating an attractive image. By participating in this game, children can i) gain Mathematics knowledge, ii) react more effectively to stimulus, and iii) socialise more actively, thus potentially benefitting their overall development. Technical details about the project implementation highlight the importance of marketing and promotion of the product. Most importantly, the proposed budget for the project, details about after-sales service and recommended further development are included so that this product will be tentatively successfully when launched.
Fight or flight
In a world where perfection is everything, it was hard for someone imperfect to fit in.
Before Sam woke up in a hospital (with the worst hangover in his life), his carefully crafted world was flawless. He had a promising career in the police, was just taking over his first national case, and a shiny new house. His past life of living in the sewer seemed to be light years away.
But now, with nothing but a pair of borrowed boots and an old jacket, he must solve a murder he didn’t commit, while a bulldog is hot on his trail…
The greatest fear
Mrs. Collin craved a just punishment for Benjamin Stern, a factory boss accused of killing Mrs. Collin’s husband. No would come to her aid, except her neighbours, Luke and Nora, who saw the need to defend her. Yet, they never imagined this would ultimately push them to face their greatest fear….