The Academic Minute for 2020.12.21-2020.12.25
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The Academic Minute from 12.21 – 12.25 Monday, December 21st Rosalyn LaPier – University of Montana Solstice Rosalyn is an award winning Indigenous writer, ethnobotanist and environmental activist with a BA in physics and a PhD in environmental history.…
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Jose Holguin-Veras, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Package Delivery Emissions
Shopping from home can also be bad for the environment. Jose Holguin-Veras, professor of civil and environmental engineering at Renssealaer Polytechnic Institute, explores ways to reduce vehicle emissions during shipping. Dr. José Holguín-Veras is the William H. Hart Professor, and…
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Alex Frano, University of California San Diego – Neuromorphic Computers
Computers use a big chunk of the world’s energy. Alex Frano, assistant professor of physics at the University of California, San Diego, uses the human brain as inspiration for the next wave of technology. Alex Frañó is Assistant Professor at…
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Jennifer Zelnick, Touro Graduate School of Social Work – Managerialism
Do for-profit values have a place in non-profit work? Jennifer Zelnick, professor at the Touro Graduate School of Social Work, examines this question. Jennifer Zelnick, Professor & Social Welfare Policy Chair at the Touro College Graduate School of Social Work,…
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Mark Canada, Indiana University Kokomo – Poe In His Right Mind
Are highly creative people more prone to madness? Mark Canada, professor of English at Indiana University Kokomo, explores the brain to find out. Mark Canada, Ph.D., is Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Professor of English at Indiana University…
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Rosalyn LaPier, University of Montana – Solstice
The solstices are not just days on a calendar to indigenous peoples. Rosalyn LaPier, associate professor of environmental studies at the University of Montana, explains why. Rosalyn is an award winning Indigenous writer, ethnobotanist and environmental activist with a BA…
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Dena Kniess, University of West Georgia –Second-Year Experiences for Underrepresented Students on Campus
On University of West Georgia Week: Freshman year can be tough for students, but what about the second year? Dena Kniess, assistant professor in the department of communication sciences, explores this question through underrepresented populations on campus. Dr. Dena Kniess…
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Christopher Jett, University of West Georgia – Black Men and STEM Careers
On University of West Georgia Week: Race-related stereotypes can push Black men away from STEM careers. Christopher Jett, associate professor of mathematics, explores how the persistence of Black men in STEM can help them thrive in the future. Dr. Christopher…
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Nisha Gupta, University of West Georgia – Art and Social Advocacy
On University of West Georgia Week: How can women reclaim their power after trauma? Nisha Gupta, assistant professor of psychology, shows how art can be a healing tool. Nisha received her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Duquesne University and her…
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Kelly Dyar, University of West Georgia – Male Veterans as Nurses
On University of West Georgia Week: Veterans are in need of employment upon returning home or exiting the service. Kelly Dyar, assistant professor of nursing, looks at one way to get them employed. Dr. Kelly Dyar, assistant professor in the…