Psychologist Adam Mastroianni and biologist Dakota McCoy argue that environmental factors, not innate interests, dissuade women from pursuing science and math.
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Kenya and Wangari Maathai: Taking Root
This video gives an overview of the impact human rights activist and environmentalist Wangari Maathai had in Kenya.
How to make it as a female war correspondent
Journalists in war zones have one of the most dangerous—and compelling—of jobs. Learn about a pioneering woman who worked as a war correspondent from the dawn of World War II.
Youth sports ‘spill over’ to career success
A recent study from Cornell University shows that employers value the qualities instilled in competitive sports.
A father-daughter dance—in prison
Angela Patton talks about the series of ideas that led to a unique way of celebrating and strengthening the bond between girls and their fathers.
‘Seven Good Years’ Between The Birth Of A Son, Death Of A Father
In this interview, author Etgar Keret explains how giving ice cream to a crying child showed him the value of living in the moment.
YA Memoirs to Read ASAP
Difficult choices make spellbinding memoirs. Get a sneak peek at 10 recent memoirs that you might want to check out for yourself.
Dr. Maya Angelou on Overcoming Fear
In this interview, the poet who wrote “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me” talks about what does frighten her—not much!
A decade into the Katrina diaspora
A diaspora is a scattering of people who all originally came from the same place. See some examples of how the lives of people scattered by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina have changed.
Migrant Farm Workers: Our Nation’s Invisible Population
Next time you take a bite of a delicious avocado or orange, think about who picked it. This article provides some basic facts about the people who are the backbone of our agricultural system.
The Dawn of the Singularity
Look at the infographic to see a timeline of Ray Kurzweil’s predictions for the future of mankind and technology.
The Defiant Ones
Imagine if simply going to school was an act of defiance. For the women in the article, it was. Read the article to learn more about the battles fought for desegregation.
A street magician’s tricks make everyday technology magical and mysterious
Watch this video to see how Doug McKenzie combines street magic with familiar technological items like cellphones.
Roanoke Wasn’t America’s Only Lost Colony
The fate of the lost colony of Roanoke has become the stuff of legend. However, many lesser-known colonies also struggled and failed. Explore the interactive map to learn more.
Last Men of the Revolution
During the Civil War, when photography was a new medium, a minister and amateur historian raced to capture images of the last surviving veterans of the American Revolution.
Daddy Track: The Case for Paternity Leave
Many working parents struggle with developing a strong work-life balance. Some states are beginning to offer extended paternity leave, which could change how fathers—and mothers—balance raising children and having careers.
Peaceful protest is much more effective than violence for toppling dictators
This article and accompanying presentation explore political scientist Erica Chenoweth’s research on how peaceful protest is often much more successful than violence for making changes.
The Fallen Heroes of Human Spaceflight
Since the 1960s, astronauts have risked their lives to explore space. Read about the missions in which men and women were lost.
7 Epic Fails Brought to You by the Genuis Mind of Thomas Edison
Part of Thomas Edison’s ability to succeed came from his willingness to try things that failed. Check out the photo gallery for a slideshow of the failed inventions the article describes.
Advantages of Being Bicultural
Culture and belonging aren’t all or nothing. Learn about the concrete benefits of identifying with two or more cultures.