Knowledge is said to be cumulative. We accumulate knowledge throughout our formal education. We become more learned. The logic of studying is to get more knowledge. By the time we have completed a doctorate we know a lot. Right? The purpose of doing more and more formal education is to know more. That’s why we […] … learn more→

Talking about academic success means above all talking about the students, their work, their difficulties, and also their projects, their teachers, their programs… We often neglect the essential role of parents. However, whatever the level of their child, in all social environments, they seek to push them in their school careers. In “Intelligence can be learned” , […] … learn more→

Interrogations of university leaders spearheaded by conservative congressional representatives. Calls from right-wing senators for troops to intervene in campus demonstrations. Hundreds of student and faculty arrests, with nonviolent dissenters thrown to the ground, tear-gassed and tased. We’ve been here before. In my book “Resistance from the Right: Conservatives and the Campus Wars in Modern America,” I detail how, throughout the […] … learn more→

As you get older, you should be spending your time enjoying the things you have worked hard for, not unnecessary tasks. Simplifying your life can help you save time and money while reducing stress. It’s easy to become attached to routines or habits that don’t really serve you well, and this is a great time […] … learn more→

Key Takeaways: Regular physical activity tailored to seniors promotes mobility and wellness. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet supports overall health and can prevent diseases. Active social engagement is crucial for emotional well-being in senior communities. Mental stimulation through cognitive activities enhances brain health. Quality sleep and stress management contribute to seniors’ healthier, happier lives. Table of […] … learn more→

If you’ve spent time on Facebook over the past six months, you may have noticed photorealistic images that are too good to be true: children holding paintings that look like the work of professional artists, or majestic log cabin interiors that are the stuff of Airbnb dreams. Others, such as renderings of Jesus made out […] … learn more→

Title of course: “The David Grutman Experience” What prompted the idea for the course? The first time David Grutman, a Miami businessman who runs a growing hospitality empire, told me he wanted to teach a class, I thought he meant he wanted to do a single guest lecture. He had already been guest-speaking in the nightclub […] … learn more→

Work is an inescapable feature of the modern world. Most of us, except for a lucky few, spend a significant portion of our lives working. If this is the case, we may as well try and make it meaningful. In a 2019 report, 82% of employees reported that it is important to have a purpose in their work […] … learn more→

The transition between adolescence and adulthood now extends from 18 to 29 years old depending on the path. How are the relationships between young people and their parents redefined then? Let us ask ourselves this question: what does it mean to be an adult, and what is the event that pushes us into this age […] … learn more→

As aging progresses, some seniors find daily tasks increasingly challenging. The need for in-home care often becomes apparent through subtle changes in behavior, diminished engagement in once-loved activities, or a decrease in self-care. Recognizing these signs prompts families and caregivers to assess the situation and address it proactively. Early recognition can vastly improve quality of […] … learn more→