From Bruce Springsteen to Tyson Fury, men are opening up about depression
Source: The Guardian
A number of male celebrities have recently opened up about their mental health struggles, sparking conversations about male depression.
Culture & Society
National Geographic Hosts the Energy Department’s STEM Mentoring Café for Students
Source: U.S. Energy Department
The U.S. Energy Department sponsors a mentorship program for students interested in pursuing STEM careers. “Mentoring Cafés” give kids the opportunity to talk with professionals in these fields, who spark their curiosity about working with cutting-edge research and exciting new technology.
‘My Name, My Identity’: Educators Promote Cultural Awareness in Campaign
Source: NBC News
Many students, especially those from cultures outside the United States, feel embarassed when teachers mispronounce their names. A recently launched campaign urges educators to show respect for all their students by making the effort to get their names right.
Timeline of Flag Desecration Issues
Source: Independence Hall Association
As a key Supreme Court ruling notes, “Freedom to differ is not limited to things that do not matter much.” Learn about how different views of how the American flag should be treated have been legislated and resolved over the years.
Can Shakespeare help reform prisoners?
Source: Voices Magazine
Learn about a professor who set up a Shakespeare reading program for maximum security prisons and what the prisoners gained from the experience.
What can Shakespeare teach us about freedom?
Source: Voices Magazine
One scholar explains how Shakespeare’s characters can inspire us to be our truest selves.
Little Red Riding Hood gets an evolutionary makeover
Source: Science News
Using big data, researchers dig deeply into the origins of one of our best-known tales.
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America: Letter From the President
Source: AFA Teens
Neha Chauhan is the founder of AFA Teens: Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness. Her research into Alzheimer’s disease began while at high school.
Want to succeed in business? Then play high school sports
Source: Forutne
Two new studies have confirmed previous research that participating in youth sports positively impacts future success.
10 Ways to Raise Brave Girls
Source: Outside
Caroline Paul, author of The Gutsy Girl, discusses how to instill a sense of daring into girls and why it’s important.