Enamored with Science

Phillip Bishop, Exercise Physiology, University of Alabama [Oct. 8, 2012] Many of our students fall in love while in Higher Education. Some fall in love with other people; some fall in love with science, art, or some other field. Love can be risky. As a scientist, I...

To Compromise or Not?

Curby Alexander, Assistant Professor, College of Education, Texas Christian University [Sept. 17, 2012] “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food,...

So What’s Your Question?

David Janzen, Computer Science, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo [Sept.3, 2012]– I knew I wanted to hire Josh* (not his real name) for a summer research position based only on reading his application, but I asked him to come to my office so I could meet him. I wanted...

When Marriage Drifts

Jay Lorenzen, Political Science, retired, Air Force Academy [April 22]– Laurie and I needed help. You’d think we would have figured this marriage thing out. It had been almost 30 years since we said ‘I do.’ We have four great kids, several grandkids on the way...

Extreme or Blending In?

Phillip A. Bishop, Exercise Physiology, University of Alabama [April 8, 2012]- Walter Donovan: “Brody sticks out like a sore thumb. We’ll find him!” Indiana Jones: “He’s got a two-day head start on you, which is more than he needs. Brody’s got friends in every town...

The Whole Student

Dusty Wilson, Mathematics, Highline Community College [March 18, 2012] We attempt to engage and direct our students in a lifetime quest to achieve balance and congruity in all aspects of their lives. While this includes education in our respective disciplines, the...