Veteran Suicide
For my capstone project, I want to shed light on the issue of veteran suicide. Concern over veteran suicide has been brought to light in recent months as new statistics show a growing trend in the rate which suicides occur within the veteran demographic. At this point in time, 22 veterans take their own life every single day. To look at that through a different perspective, that means that almost one US veteran per hour will take their own life. While the numbers themselves are quite shocking, research has not concluded yet what the cause is for this trend.

For my capstone project, I want to focus my research and creation on two main facets. The first through a personalized project that is done in remembrance of a close friend of mine and fellow veteran who took his own life two months ago, and the second through an informative analysis of current suicide statistics. The first project will be in the form of an audio file that includes quotes from the friend himself within a song that is written in the style that the friend enjoyed to listen to and perform. The second project will come in the form of a informational graphic. Both projects will be wrapped in a modern single-page scrolling website.

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Insomnia and sleeplessness lead to some very dire consequences when coupled with the operation of a two ton vehicle. Contrary to popular assumption, drowsy driving is no better than drunk driving. At least 100,000 auto collisions per year can be linked to it and over 70,000 people are injured annually because of it.

Instead of risking injury, damage, or death, motorists must consider a few simple approaches to staving off the effects of drowsy driving. Caffeine. If a driver is starting to feel tired they should drink 1-2 8oz cups of coffee and wait 30 minutes before driving. Take a quick nap on the side of the road. It will always be safer to pull over and get some much needed rest before driving further and endangering one’s self or others. Take regular breaks when driving for long stretches at a time. Frequent stops allow the driver to get out of the car, walk around, grab a beverage, and feel refreshed.

For my capstone project I intend to create an animated infographic discussing the statistics of drowsy driving accidents, the conditions that cause drowsy driving, and what motorists can do to avoid putting themselves in a situation where they run the risk of falling asleep behind the wheel.

In addition to the animated infographic, I will create a static infographic image incorporating the same key focuses from above, but in direct relation to the trucking industry.

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