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There are a couple of things I’m interested in possibly doing for the final project. I like to eat, so my first idea was doing a series on unique, enticing food places in San Marcos. Another idea was  things that we do while we’re driving that we probably shouldn’t and each page would be a different thing that we shouldn’t do along with the dangers of it, statistics, etc. My favorite idea (next to the food one) was doing a series on what’s long been considered “socially acceptable” and how the norms are changing and the fight to continue to change them. Included in that fight is the natural hair movement happening among black women that are fully embracing their natural hair. However, many still have a problem with it and don’t see it as “professional.” This idea partly came about because of a Buzzfeed article I recently read.

After much thought, I’ve decided that my final website will discuss the industrialization of Austin and how it is recreating what makes Austin one of a kind. At one time, Austin was simply known for its barbeque, its music, and above all its weirdness. Now, you’re lucky if you can enjoy any of these things for a reasonable price.

Given the latest and most recent developments over the years Austin has had quite the transformation. From new hotels to up and coming businesses downtown Austin is hardly recognizable. Yet, there are still many other areas that aren’t quite as developed but still bringing in a lot of outside traffic. Take the Formula One track for instance, since its addition Austin has become quite the tourist destination. However for local austinites it brings higher rent payments and increased industrialization to the area. With all the fluctuations in prices it begs the question : Is Austin the next Rodeo Drive?

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Upon hearing the assignment for the final project, I drew a blank. I had no idea what topic or purpose I could make new website for. I was browsing around past student’s project sites trying to find some kind of inspiration to draw from. I thought maybe I could do something over the food trucks in San Marcos, but then I realized that there is already a well established website for that. Ruled that idea out. I asked my friend group for some help on inspiration. One of my best friends responded with the idea of travel and study abroad. As I have already done a PR project for Intro for PR over study abroad, I didn’t really want to do specifically that again. I thought maybe I could focus on foreign exchange and the experiences of living abroad for at least a year or more. International students then came to mind. I thought about all the ones I’ve met and the fact that I was one myself. Then a couple of minutes ago a better idea hit me.

Cultural Appropriation. Realizing how culturally diverse and culturally aware I’ve become, made me realize that there is a majority of Americans who aren’t. Cultural appropriation is a real problem everywhere. It starts with ignorance, turns into cultural appropriation, and then racism. This society and many others are deemed racist simply because one culture hasn’t took the time to understand the other. Texas State claims to excel in diversity. But do they really? I think this is something I can work with.