Oxford English Dictionary’s word of the year 2017: The passion of youth, the wisdom of age. The old adage “too
Category: Cultural-Practical
Poverty
The rich are judged by how they treat the poor. Poverty is real, has real consequences, for real people, with
Terror
We will never forget. This essay is dedicated to all who were murdered in Las Vegas on the night of
Groupthink
“I don’t want you to believe anything I tell you.” This mantra has been and continues to be repeated daily
Statues
Same beliefs, different approaches. In the spring of 2016 I took a class on literary theory from a brilliant IUPUI
Hero
Live, before you die. “Lone Star Barbecue Sauce, the perfect partner for your chicken.” Lee Hayden finishes his four voice-overs and
“Morality”
As soon as you use the word “should” . . . . . . you assume a standard, a system
Pressure
None of us thinks alone. We all face social pressure from our social groups. My friendships are broad. Some swear
Posting
“It happens all the time.” We were discussing social media communication. My young friend and I were discussing what he
Academic Free Speech
Imagine there’s no freedom. It’s easy if you try. On the American university campus, you don’t have to imagine. I