Podcast: The Academic Minute
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Sandra Woien, Arizona State University – Stoicism and Spirituality
Ancient philosophies can still ring true today. Sandra Woien, associate teaching professor in the school of historical, philosophical, and religious studies at Arizona State University, determines why. Sandra Woien is an Associate Teaching Professor in the School of Historical, Philosophical, and Religious Studies at Arizona State University. She currently teaches a variety of courses dealing…
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Cynthia Standley, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix – Interpreting Research Through an Artist’s Eyes
Artists and researchers could have a lot to collaborate on. Cynthia Standley, professor in the department of bioethics and medical humanism at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, explores why these two groups coming together could have real benefits for society. Cynthia A. Standley, Ph.D. is a professor in the Department of…
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Larry M. Silverberg, North Carolina State University – Why Does the Field Concept in Modern Mechanics Make Sense?
We’re still learning how to understand certain aspects of science and mechanics. Larry M. Silverberg, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at North Carolina State University, discusses one such area of study. Larry M. Silverberg, born November 5, 1957, is a dynamicist. He writes for The Conversation about basic concepts relating to physical reality that…
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Daniel Newton, University of Iowa – How to make ‘Jeopardy!’ work for your career
This quiz show could help you in your career. Daniel Newton, assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship at the University of Iowa, says “What is Jeopardy?” Daniel Newton is an assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship in the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. His research focuses on the causes and consequences…
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Karen Lionello-DeNolf, Assumption University – Tempting Choices and Outcome Devaluation
On Assumption University Week: Every day we face many choices; how do we make the best ones for long-term benefits? Karen Lionello-DeNolf, associate professor of psychology and director of the applied behavior analysis programs, delves into this type of decision making. Dr. Lionello-DeNolf is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Applied Behavior…
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Maria Kalpidou, Assumption University – Simple Secrets to Happier, More Successful Children
On Assumption University Week: How do we give our children the best chance to be successful? Maria Kalpidou, associate professor of psychology, answers this question. Maria Kalpidou is a psychology professor at Assumption University in Massachusetts with 25 years of teaching experience in child development, a parent of three, and an advocate of equal opportunities…
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Samantha Goldman, Assumption University – The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Special Educators
On Assumption University Week: COVID-19 hit educators hard, especially those who teach special education students. Samantha Goldman, associate professor of special education and chair of the education department, explains why. Samantha Goldman, PhD, BCBA, is an associate professor of special education and chair of the education department at Assumption University. Her scholarly work focuses on…
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Karolina Fucikova, Assumption University – A Genetically Unique Green Alga Discovered in the California Desert
On Assumption University Week: Deserts aren’t dead and there are still discoveries to be made in them. Karolina Fucikova, associate professor of biology, tells us of one. Karolina Fučíková is a biologist interested in the biodiversity, ecology and evolution of microscopic algae. She obtained her PhD at the University of Connecticut in 2011 and has…
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Erin Tuttle, Assumption University – Sunlight: An Aid in Removing Plastic Pollution
On Assumption University Week: Removing plastic pollution could be critical to our future. Erin Tuttle, assistant professor in the department of biological and physical sciences, explores how. Erin Tuttle is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at Assumption University. Her primary area of research focuses on environmental processes involving anthropogenic…
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Jay Zagorsky, Boston University – Living Without a Bank Account
Living without a bank account is becoming harder and harder in today’s society. Jay Zagorsky, clinical associate professor of markets, public policy, and law at the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, tells us why. Jay Zagorsky is an economist who teaches at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business. This summer he taught his…