This Week on The Academic Minute 2026.01.05
Florida International University Week
Monday
Jaclyn Tanenbaum, faculty director at the Master of Science in Marketing program and associate teaching professor, examines how ads want you to believe their product is for you, but what if they told you the opposite?
Tuesday
Amanda Thomas, clinical assistant professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, explores how to transform the lives of children with upper-limb deficiencies.
Wednesday
Tana Carson, assistant professor of occupational therapy, discusses improving access to swimming and water safety for children with disabilities.
Thursday
Karinna Rodriguez, doctoral student in the department of psychology and developmental science program, discusses whether play is critical for STEM learning.
Friday
Marcelo Bigliassi, assistant professor of psychophysiology, determines if you can train your brain to like exercise.
