Robert Garland, Colgate University – Refugees Past and Present
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The refugee crisis is ongoing. Robert Garland, professor of the classics at Colgate University, examines a past refugee crisis, and connects it to our present. Dr. Robert S.J. Garland is the Roy D. and Margaret B. Wooster Professor of the…
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Fred Chen, Wake Forest University – Synthetic Rhino Horns
Can synthetic rhino horns stop the scourge of poaching? Fred Chen, associate professor of economics at Wake Forest University, discusses this possible solution. Wake Forest economist Fred Chen takes an interdisciplinary approach to a variety of subjects in his research,…
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Abraham Rutchick, California State University Northridge – Killing From Afar
Does killing from a distance change how humans feel about the act of taking a life? Abraham Rutchick, associate professor in the department of psychology at California State University Northridge, explores this question. Abe Rutchick is an Associate Professor of…
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Simon Haeder, West Virginia University – Lessons from the Past on Healthcare
Governments taking away healthcare is actually quite rare. Simon Haeder, assistant professor of political science at West Virginia University, looks at the relationship between governments and health care programs through history. Simon F. Haeder is an Assistant Professor in the…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2017.9.25)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2017.9.25 Monday, September 25th Simon Haeder of West Virginia University discusses the rare occasions when the government has taken away healthcare. Tuesday, September 26th Abraham Rutchick of California State University Northridge examines if killing from…
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The Academic Minute for 2017.9.18-9.22 – PARENTING WEEK
Academic Minute from 9.18 – 9.22 Monday, September 18th Kevin Shafer – Brigham Young University Engaged Fathers Kevin Shafer has been an Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work at Brigham Young University since 2011. His work addresses men’s…
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Donald Schaffner 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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Kory Floyd, University of Arizona – The Understated Affection of Fathers
Fathers’ relationships with their sons may be more than meets the eye. Kory Floyd, professor of communication at the University of Arizona, describes the hidden portions of paternal relationships. Kory Floyd is a professor of communication at the University of…
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Gustavo Carlo, University of Missouri – Discipline and Child Behavior
Debate over physical punishment for children still abounds. Gustavo Carlo, professor of diversity at the University of Missouri, discusses this issue. Dr. Carlo received his Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Arizona State University in 1994. Currently, he is the Millsap…
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Becky Dunn, Keene State College – The Influence of Breastfeeding on a Baby’s Flavor and Food Choices
No one wants their baby to be a picky eater. Rebecca Dunn, professor in the health science program at Keene State College, explores what role a mother’s diet before and during breastfeeding can play in what their children find tasty.…