Architect Michael Pawlyn recently presented an exhibition of architectural structures that use the power of nature’s designs. See how plant tissue and marine organisms could influence buildings in the future.
Author Archives: Hilary Woods
Dads who do chores bolster daughters’ aspirations
In a recent study, researchers at the University of British Columbia found that daughters who see their fathers contribute to household chores are more likely to have higher career aspirations.
Fail Better
In this online version of the Fail Better exhibition, you can explore discoveries, inventions, and ideas that failed. The exhibition looks at the importance of these failures in leading to success.
Common 19th-Century Arguments Against Women’s Suffrage, Neatly Refuted
Take a look at this pamphlet from 1866. In it the author gives common arguments against affording women the right to vote and then refutes each one.
Should I let my child take more risks?
Parents understandably want to protect their children from harm. But should they loosen the reins?
The Sea Women of South Korea
Read about the women in the South Korean island province of Jeju who make their living from diving to collect seafood from the ocean floor using no breathing equipment.
Philip Freneau
Philip Freneau is known as the poet of the American Revolution, having written poems and other works about that time in American history. Learn more about this prolific writer in this biography.
How the West Was Won . . . By Waitresses
In 1878, Fred Harvey began building restaurants along the Santa Fe railway. After a fight broke out among male staff, he fired them and hired young women to take their place. These waitress jobs were a small step toward women’s independence.
Devices That Know How We Really Feel
Can you imagine a video game that can tell if you are happy or frustrated? Computers, smartphones, even cars may someday be able to identify our emotions and adjust accordingly.
Legacy Of Forced March Still Haunts Navajo Nation
In 1864, thousands of Navajo and Apache were forced to walk from their lands to a reservation about 400 miles away. In this recording, descendants of Native Americans on the Long Walk share their experiences and memories.
A Legacy of Horror Films
In this online exhibition, the Academy of Motion Pictures celebrates the genre of horror films. Explore interviews with famous directors and images from classic horror films.
Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson and the War That Changed Poetry, Forever
In this blog entry, David Ward looks at the influence of the Civil War on poetry, specifically the works of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson.
The Curious, and Continuing, Appeal of Mark Twain in China
In most Chinese classrooms, students learned about Mark Twain, a famously American author. Twain’s satirical short story, “Running for Governor,” was used to reinforce anti-Western, anti-capitalist views. As you read this article, be sure to take a look at the short story referenced.
How to turn your career into a passion
Is there something you love to do? Write stories, skateboard, cook delicious meals? Find out how you can turn your hobby into a career some day.
Top 10 Scariest Flicks of All Time
What are your scariest movies? Here’s a pick of the top ten scariest movies of all time. See if you agree!
New Beginnings: Immigrant Women and the American Experience
Women immigrants have played a dynamic role in transforming America socially, politically, and economically.
The 11 Ways That Consumers Are Hopeless at Math
A new study in The Journal of Marketing which reveals that most consumers don’t know enough math to tell if they are getting a good deal or not.
Frederick Douglass’ Take on Independence Day
Listen to a discussion of Frederick Douglass’ famous speech which criticized the celebration of Independence Day celebrations in a time of slavery.
Meet the Incredible Woman Who Seeks to Be the First Female to Row from Japan to San Francisco
Learn about Sonya Baumstein’s proposed expedition to row 6,000 nautical miles alone from Choshi, Japan to San Francisco.
Brilliant Time-Lapse of Alaska’s Northern Lights
Watch this amazing video showing time-lapse photography of the Aurora Borealis in Alaska