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On this Uncommon Courses segment: Critical thinking can be taught in many ways. Sally Harris, teaching professor of English at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, leans into storytelling to make the pitch. Sally C. Harris is a Teaching Professor in the English Department at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Harris teaches workplace writing, technical […]
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Are we closer to answering some of the Big Questions in life? Gunnar Babcock, lecturer in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University, explores this through science. Gunnar Babcock (he/him) received a PhD in philosophy from the University at Albany, SUNY and he has taught courses in applied ethics, philosophy of biology, […]
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Plastics can stay around for ages after being discarded. Han Xiao, director of SynthX Center and associate professor within the department of chemistry at Rice University, discusses a possible solution. Han Xiao serves as the Director of the SynthX Center and holds the position of Associate Professor within the Department of Chemistry, Biosciences, and Bioengineering […]
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The U.S. Supreme Court’s writing style has become more conversational recently, but does it matter? Jill Barton, professor and director of legal writing at the University of Miami School of Law, explores the changes. Jill Barton is the author of three books on legal writing. Her latest, The Supreme Guide to Writing (Oxford University Press […]
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Deepfakes are seemingly getting better by the day, so how do we detect what is real and what is fake? Yu Chen, electrical and computer engineering professor at the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science at Binghamton University, takes a look. Yu Chen is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at […]
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College athletics is changing rapidly for athletes. Josh Lens, associate professor of instruction of sport and recreation management at the University of Iowa, explains how. A former attorney and college athletics administrator, Lens’s scholarship focuses on legal issues in sports, particularly within college athletics. Media outlets including The New York Times, USA Today, the Associated […]
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A form of poetry that’s been out of style for centuries may be making a comeback. Dennis Wilson Wise, professor of practice at the University of Arizona, explains why. Dennis Wilson Wise is a professor of practice at the University of Arizona, and he has published dozens of research articles on fantasy, science fiction, and […]
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Banning books may not have the intended outcome. Sabari Rajan Karmegan, assistant professor of information systems and operations management at the Costello College of Business at George Mason University, reads along to find out why. Sabari Rajan Karmegam is an assistant professor of Information Systems and Operations Management at George Mason University’s Costello College of […]
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Nursing homes were greatly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, so what did we learn from the pandemic? Anna Amirkhanyan, professor of public administration and policy at the School of Public Affairs at American University, digs into the data. Anna Amirkhanyan is a professor of public administration and policy at American University. Her research focuses on […]
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Recovering from a suicide attempt can be challenging in many ways. Yosef Sokol, clinical assistant professor at the School of Health Sciences at Touro University, explores a new way to treat those who are struggling. Dr. Yosef Sokol is clinical assistant professor in the PsyD program at Touro University School of Health Sciences. Dr. Sokol […]
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Social media influencers can change perceptions about a place through their content. Mitchell Gallagher, PhD candidate in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Wayne State University, explores how. Mitchell Gallagher is a PhD candidate at Wayne State University, with research interests in East Asian politics, soft power, and international relations theory. Having spent […]
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Sexual assault perpetrators carry similar character traits, so how do we identity them? Richard E. Mattson, director of the undergraduate program and a professor of psychology at Harpur College at Binghamton University, explains. Richard E. Mattson joined the Department of Psychology at Binghamton University in 2013. Mattson’s lab focuses on perceptions and attitudes relevant to […]
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Diversifying academic health programs is still a crucial goal for higher education institutions. Idia Bintie Thurston, professor of public health & health sciences and applied psychology at Northeastern University, explores a roadmap to do so. Idia Binitie Thurston, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist, professor of Public Health & Health Sciences and Applied Psychology, Affiliate […]
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The opioid crisis is still a big issue with no end in sight. Kory London, associate professor of emergency medicine at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, explores a new method for treating those afflicted. Dr. London is an emergency and addiction physician who practices in Center City and South Philadelphia. He is the co-director of […]
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Customer service centers can be hit or miss for consumers. Sumantra Sarkar, associate professor at the School of Management at Binghamton University, explores whether A.I. can help. Sumantra Sarkar is a behavioral information systems (IS) researcher who employs both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. He studies IS governance, healthcare IT, managerial decision making and security. Sarkar […]
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Main Character Syndrome is taking over the lives of some in today’s society. Anna Gotlib, associate professor of philosophy at Brooklyn College City University of New York, determine why this can be dangerous. Anna Gotlib is an associate professor of philosophy at Brooklyn College CUNY, specializing in feminist bioethics/medical ethics, moral psychology, and philosophy of […]
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Climate change is a real threat, so why are so many denying it? Jamie Goldenberg, professor of psychology and Area Director of Cognitive, Neuroscience, and Social Psychology at the University of South Florida, considers the psychology. Jamie Goldenberg is a Professor of Psychology and Area Director of Cognitive, Neuroscience, and Social Psychology at the University […]
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On this Student Spotlight: How you talk to your children is crucial, especially when they are very young. Cleanthis Michael, doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Michigan, discusses the effects. Cleanthis Michael is a fourth-year doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at the University of Michigan. His research examines how children’s experiences, such […]
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On University of Dayton Week: Social media can be leveraged in a positive way during a crisis. Hamed Zolbanin, associate professor of information systems and business analytics, explains how. Hamed Zolbanin is an Associate Professor of Information Systems and Business Analytics at the University of Dayton. Before earning his Ph.D. in Management Science and Information […]
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On University of Dayton Week: Amish country may look different than you think if you pay a visit. Sue Trollinger, professor of English, explains why. Dr. Susan Trollinger is professor of English at the University of Dayton. She teaches in the interdisciplinary Core program at UD as well as courses in the visual and material […]
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