Arianna Hightower

Senior majoring in Criminology at the University of South Florida | Aspiring Lawyer

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

@UsfMegan Hi Megan, I agree that apps can be very helpful. The usefulness of apps is undeniable but we should not rely on these apps to function.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

@TylerJBrown10 Hi Tyler, I agree that this is a violation of our privacy. What do you believe will be a good route to take that will help us preserve our privacy in cases like these?

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

App enabling may lead to people depending on apps for making life decisions which are pretty dangerous. #DigitalIdentityS21003, #EME4390S21003, #DigitalIdentity

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

"FlashFace" is an app that is used in the criminal justice field to help with the drawings of suspects. It helps with creating a more realistic image to help identify suspects. #DigitalIdentityS21003, #EME4390S21003, #DigitalIdentity

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

It's like every time I get in my car, my phone will automatically tell me how long it takes to get to work or home which is kind of creepy.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

The New York Times article about how smartphone locations are used was very interesting. I have noticed that sometimes when I have my location off, that my phone somehow still knows where I am. #DigitalIdentityS21003, #EME4390S21003, #DigitalIdentity

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

This generation will never know the struggle of having to print out directions from mapquest before going somewhere because we have GPS apps now.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

The article "Are apps serving as a human crutch?" talks about how app dependent this new generation is. Apps are relied on for weather updates, traffic conditions and more. #DigitalIdentityS21003, #EME4390S21003, #DigitalIdentity

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

@GrothDanielle3 I think that it's pretty hard to find things to do that don't require a phone in today's society. For example, there are so many restaurants nowadays that don't even carry physical menus and we have to scan a QR code with our phones.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

Taking the time to listen to those who may have differing opinions will expand your knowledge and may even give you a better perspective.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

By putting our anger aside and trusting each other, we will all benefit as a society. https://t.co/TDVGDtFZyY
#Digital_Identity #EME4390F21006

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

Silence has never helped anyone. No one should be afraid to speak because they are scared of what others may think or say about them.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

"Silence is safer" is never the right way to go. https://t.co/TDVGDtFZyY
#Digital_Identity #EME4390F21006

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

A trusting environment is also known as a safe space. Whenever my friends get ready to tell me anything, I ensure them that this is a safe space. It's ok to not be defensive all the time.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

Creating a trusting environment is a crucial role in indentity politics. https://t.co/TDVGDtFZyY
#Digital_Identity #EME4390F21006

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

Listening to this podcast made me realize who much religion has spread over the media. I follow my church on Instagram and their platform has expanded because of this digital age.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

Religion in the digital age has expanded the outlets for people to use to express themselves. It also allows people to openly connect with others that may relate to them on a spiritual level.
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#Digital_Identity #EME4390F21006

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

I have always wondered how many more U.S. citizens would be more active in voting if we were able to do it online. I think it would be more convenient but it may present problems such as maintaining privacy and accounting for who has voted.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

Estonia citizens are able to access many of their government functions online with their e-government system. https://t.co/HBfAFvhnIs
#Digital_Identity #EME4390F21006

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

I was shocked to read about how much was spent on Trump's campaign in 2016 to pay for these Facebook Ads.

[Arianna Hightower @hightowera0716]

The influence of Facebook ads in the 2016 election speaks for the digital age and the power of the media. https://t.co/xiFhjPaOrF
#Digital_Identity #EME4390F21006