When it’s okay to say “gay”, a flowchart

Mar 7, 2013|By: |27 Comments
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Ash Beckham delivered a very funny and persuasive presentation at Ignite Boulder in February about the pejorative use of the word “gay” to describe something that is neither homosexual nor happy. She advocates acceptance over tolerance, and argues that it takes a societal shift to help move toward the former. You … Continue reading “When it’s okay to say “gay”, a flowchart” »

6 Good Reasons To Kiss The Irish [infographic]

Mar 6, 2013|By: |Leave a comment
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You’ve probably seen the St. Patrick’s Day shirts, stickers and  buttons that say “Kiss me, I’m Irish.” While a kiss from someone Irish  (not to be confused with an Irish kiss) might bring you the luck of the Irish, there are many reasons why kissing the Irish might be in your best interest. According … Continue reading “6 Good Reasons To Kiss The Irish [infographic]” »

Education Inspiration #12 – Dr. Seuss

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Dr. Seuss’s impact on learning, creativity, and make-believe has inspired generations of students, families, and dreamers. Today we celebrate his birthday with some of his most favorite quotes. Continue reading “Education Inspiration #12 – Dr. Seuss” »

Why Students Prefer Digital Textbooks

Feb 25, 2013|By: |1 Comment
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Digital textbook adoption is a hot topic in higher education. Tablets, laptops, and smartphones give students the ability to study without all the extra bulk in the backpack. Continue reading “Why Students Prefer Digital Textbooks” »

Six Things You’ll Realize When You Graduate

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How is life different after you graduate from college? Do things change? Here are six realizations that will become perfectly clear to you once you’ve graduated. Continue reading “Six Things You’ll Realize When You Graduate” »