Cooking Up Change: Higher Ed Lessons from Julia Child
The ethos of Julia Child's teaching—embracing innovation, learning from mistakes, and engaging audiences with authenticity—can profoundly drive the trajectory of online higher education. As we face a future brimming with digital potential, it's imperative that educational institutions imbibe these lessons, transforming to meet the needs of a globally connected, ever-changing student demographic.
5 Timeless Lessons from Benjamin Franklin for Higher Education (and Life in General)
What can higher education learn from Benjamin Franklin's legacy? A lot! This blog examines Franklin's contributions, philosophy, and their implications for today's educational institutions. There’s a lot more to Philadelphia’s favorite historical figure than risky kite-flying.
Celebrating Unsung Heroes: Women's History Month Spotlight
Before we say, “well-behaved women seldom make history,” on social media as a cheeky nod to the few women rule-breakers that history deigns to recognize, perhaps we should ask ourselves: why does history require “misbehavior” before it will recognize women’s achievements?
July 4th: The Power of Words and Identity
July 4th is more than just Independence Day; it's a celebration of the power of words and identity. Explore why this date, marking the approval of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, is significant beyond the battles of the American Revolution. Understand how the founding fathers used words to unify a nation and how we continue to strive for greater equality and freedom today.
Preparing to Be Wrong
“If you’re not prepared to be wrong, you’ll never come up with anything original.” ~ Sir Ken Robinson