Podcast: The Academic Minute
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Gary Giumetti, Quinnipiac University – How Can We Stop Victims of Cyberbullying From Becoming Future Perpetrators?
Cyberbullying can cause a vicious cycle. Gary Giumetti, professor of psychology at Quinnipiac University, examines how to break this pattern. Gary Giumetti is a professor of psychology at Quinnipiac University. He teaches courses in industrial-organizational psychology, statistics, senior seminar/capstone, and research methods courses in the psychology department. His research interests include interpersonal mistreatment in the…
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Shaung-Ye Wu, University of Dayton – What to Expect With Rainfall as Climate Warms
Global warming is causing many changes to weather patterns. Shaung-Ye Wu, professor in the department of geology and environmental geosciences at the University of Dayton, examines some of the changes in precipitation. Dr. Shuang-Ye Wu is a climatologist working in the Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences at University of Dayton. Her research focuses on how…
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Elaine Howard Ecklund, Rice University – Varieties of Atheism in Science
Being a scientist doesn’t necessarily mean you’re an atheist. Elaine Howard Ecklund, professor of sociology at Rice University, explains why. Elaine Howard Ecklund is the Herbert S. Autrey Chair in Social Sciences, Professor of Sociology, and director of the Religion and Public Life Program at Rice University. As a sociologist of religion, science, and work,…
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John Logan, San Francisco State University – Why Are Unions Suddenly Such a Hot Topic and Does It Matter?
Union membership has dropped in the U.S., but the pandemic is giving unions new life. John Logan, professor of labor and employment studies in the College of Business at San Francisco State University, examines why employees are suddenly coming together. John Logan is Professor and Director of Labor and Employment Studies in the College of…
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Billi Bromer, Brenau University – The Importance of Social Presence in Online Instruction
Online instruction is a part of college life, but how can we make it better? Billi Bromer, associate professor in the college of education at Brenau University, has three ideas to do so. Dr. Billi L. Bromer, is an Associate Professor in the College of Education at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. She teaches a…
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Carrie Baker, Smith College – Barriers to Medication Abortion Among Massachusetts’ Public University Students
Abortion may be legal in a state, but that doesn’t mean access is easy. Carrie Baker, professor in the program for the study of women and gender at Smith College, outlines the hurdles. Carrie N. Baker is the Sylvia Dlugasch Bauman Chair of American Studies and a professor in the Program for the Study of Women…
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Cynthia Maupin, Binghamton University – Friendliness and Trustworthiness Matters When Forming New Teams
What gets you selected for a team project may be a surprise. Cynthia Maupin, assistant professor of organizational behavior and leadership at Binghamton University, explains which traits are most sought after. Dr. Maupin is currently an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior and Leadership for the Binghamton University School of Management, a Fellow of the Bernard…
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C. Michael White, University of Connecticut –MDMA Assisted Psychotherapy for PTSD Patients
Treating mental disorders may require some out of the box thinking. C. Michael White, distinguished professor and chair of pharmacy practice at the University of Connecticut, discusses a form of treatment that is gaining steam with positive results. Michael White, Pharm.D. is a Distinguished Professor and Chair at the UConn School of Pharmacy. His research…
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Timothy Waters, Indiana University Bloomington – Rethinking Secession
With America once again polarized, secession is back in the headlines. Timothy Waters, professor of law at Indiana University Bloomington, examines secession and whether it could be a good thing. Timothy Waters is a professor at Indiana University, where he writes on secession and war crimes. He is the author of Boxing Pandora: Rethinking Borders,…
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Peter F. Cannavo, Hamilton College – Climate Migration: Facing the Inevitable
Many stand to lose their homes and towns in the face of impending climate change. Peter F. Cannavo, professor and chair of government at Hamilton College, determines best practices going forward. Peter F. Cannavò works and teaches in the areas of political theory; environmental theory and politics; climate politics; and geography and the politics of…