Edward T. Hall, an anthropologist, and expert in cross-cultural communication describes a phenomenon he calls the …
Beginning a Dialogue
This summer I co-taught a class on Civil Discourse and it was definitely a learning experience! After the class was …
“Oh, Say Can You See”
“Oh, Say Can You See” Many of us know about the current controversies over the National Anthem and honoring the flag of …
Is Serendipity the Mother of Invention?
How many inventions are discovered accidentally? Here’s a clear case of serendipity, reported in the Youth’s Companion …
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What does Christopher Columbus have to do with the Pledge of Allegiance?
October 9, 2017—an official holiday in the United States: Columbus Day. What does Christopher Columbus have to do with …
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Everything Old is New Again
Have you ever heard of Chautauqua? It’s a magical place where you can experience the past, the present, and the future, …