Tag: Vassar
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2021.03.15)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2021.03.15 Monday, March 15th Anahid S. Modrek, assistant professor in the department of psychology at Thomas Jefferson University, examines whether a self-directed student fits the mold of a well-behaved student. Tuesday, March 16th Ben Ho, associate professor of economics at Vassar College, delves into how we learn to…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2017.11.27)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2017.11.27 Monday, November 27th Dustin Wright of Connecticut College explores the Sunagawa Struggle and local populace’s feelings on U.S. military bases abroad. Tuesday, November 28th Barry Lam of Vassar College discusses why death isn’t always final. Wednesday, November 29th Damon Coletta of the United States Air Force Academy delves into…
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Kathleen Hart, Vassar College – Meaningful Translations
Translation doesn’t always accurately convey the original writer’s intent. Kathleen Hart, a professor of French at Vassar College, discusses the nature of creating meaningful translations. Formerly a piano performance major, Kathleen Hart (Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania) discovered her enthusiasm for literary and cultural studies during a semester abroad. Her publications include Revolution and Women’s Autobiography…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2015.5.4)
Monday, May 4 Marina D’Angelo of The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine discusses canine osteoarthritis. Tuesday, May 5 Elizabeth Basha of The University of the Pacific profiles the utility of drones in a non-military context. Wednesday, May 6 Monmouth University’s Lisa Dinella explores the gendered constructs inherent in children’s toys. Thursday, May 7 Mary Kate…