Tag: butler university
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Thomas Paradis, Butler University – Local-Global Tension and the Palio of Siena
Tourism can change an event that used to be just for one culture. Thomas Paradis, professor of geography and urban planning at Butler University, determines how to mix both worlds. Tom is Professor of Geography and Urban Planning at Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. He has taught study-abroad programs and conducted research in Siena, Italy…
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James McGrath, Butler University – Mandaeans
Who are the Mandaeans? James McGrath, professor of religion at Butler University, delves into this historical religious group. James F. McGrath is Clarence L. Goodwin Chair in New Testament Language and Literature. His PhD from the University of Durham became the basis for his first book, John’s Apologetic Christology, published by Cambridge University Press in…
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Greg Shufeldt, Butler University – Political Party Competition in States
On Butler University Week: If one political party controls a state, people lose interest. Greg Shufeldt, assistant professor of political science, discusses how healthy competition could benefit citizens. Greg Shufeldt is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Butler University. Previously, he worked as an Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas – Little Rock.…
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Tonya Bergeson-Dana, Butler University – Infant Hearing Loss and Cognitive Skills
On Butler University Week: Hearing loss can affect more than just the ears. Tonya Bergeson-Dana, associate professor of communication studies and disorders, discusses how hearing loss in infants can affect our cognitive skills as well. Dr. Tonya Bergeson earned a PhD in cognitive developmental psychology from the University of Toronto, Canada and undergraduate degrees in…
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James McGrath, Butler University – Artificial Wisdom
On Butler University Week: Computer intelligence can take many forms. James McGrath, professor of religion, looks into artificial wisdom. James F. McGrath is Clarence L. Goodwin Chair in New Testament Language and Literature. His PhD from the University of Durham became the basis for his first book, John’s Apologetic Christology, published by Cambridge University Press…
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Tom Mould, Butler University – Welfare and the American Dream
On Butler University Week: Stories can have a big impact on all areas of life. Tom Mould, professor of anthropology and folklore, determines how stories can affect an important social issue. Tom Mould teaches and conducts research in the areas of folklore, language and culture, American Indian studies, oral narrative, religious and sacred narrative, contemporary…
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Lee Farquhar, Butler University – Tolerance on Facebook
On Butler University Week: How diverse is your Facebook feed? Lee Farquhar, associate professor of entertainment media and journalism, explains why increasing this value could do some good. Dr. Lee Farquhar is an associate professor of Journalism and Sports Media. Prior to arriving at Butler, he worked for eight years at Samford University, teaching broadcast…
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Lee Farquhar, Butler University – Happiness, Life Satisfaction, and Comparing Oneself to Others on Facebook
Social media matters in our happiness, whether we like it or not. Lee Farquhar, associate professor of entertainment media and journalism at Butler University, explores why. Dr. Lee Farquhar is an associate professor of Journalism and Sports Media. Prior to arriving at Butler, he worked for eight years at Samford University, teaching broadcast news and…