Omer Gokcumen, University at Buffalo – The Ghost Species of Ancient Humans
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The origins of humanity are being re-written. Omer Gokcumen, assistant professor of biology at the University at Buffalo, details some new findings and how they alter our knowledge of the past. Omer Gokcumen is an expert in evolutionary anthropology —…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2017.10.16)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2017.10.16 Monday, October 16th Omer Gokcumen of the University at Buffalo examines how a ‘ghost’ species of ancient human could re-write our history books. Tuesday, October 17th Brian Moon of the University of Arizona explores…
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The Academic Minute for 2017.10.9-10.13
Academic Minute from 10.2 – 10.6 Monday, October 9th Jill McCorkel – Villanova University Effects of Parental Incarceration on Children Dr. McCorkel is Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminology and a Faculty Associate of the Africana Studies Program at Villanova…
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Stefan Al featured on The Best of Our Knowledge
As always, host Bob Barrett selects an Academic Minute to air during The Best of Our Knowledge. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts…
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Susan Dicklitch-Nelson, Franklin & Marshall College – Safety of Sexual Minorities
The world is becoming more tolerant for LGBTQ individuals, but we have a long way to go. Susan Dicklitch-Nelson, professor of government at Franklin and Marshall College, examines where tolerance stands now. Dr. Dicklitch-Nelson is Professor of Government and Chair…
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Susan Gilbertz, Montana State University Billings – Sense of Place
Our physical environment affects us in many ways. Susan Gilbertz, professor of geography at Montana State University Billings, looks into how our favorite places can determine how we think of the world. Susan grew up on a cattle and bison…
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Stacie Bosley, Hamline University – Pyramid Schemes
Everyone has been pitched on a pyramid scheme. Stacie Bosley, assistant professor of economics at Hamline University, discusses risk factors for victimization and how to keep yourself and loved ones’ finances safe. Stacie Bosley is an economist who focuses on…
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Krista Ingram, Colgate University – The Decision Making of Early Birds and Night Owls
Early bird or night owl? Krista Ingram, associate professor of biology at Colgate University, examines how when you go to sleep or wake up can affect your decision making process throughout the day. Research interests include social behavior, chronobiology, human…
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Jill McCorkel, Villanova University – Effects of Parental Incarceration on Children
There are fewer people today in prison than last year. The number of children who experience loss of parent has increased over two decades. Jill McCorkel, associate professor of sociology & criminology at the Villanova University, looks into how a jailed…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2017.10.09)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2017.10.09 Monday, October 9th Jill McCorkel of Villanova University examines how the incarceration of a parent affects their children. Tuesday, October 10th Krista Ingram of Colgate University explores how decision making differs in morning birds…