The humanities, class, and the university (Justin Stover, American Affairs Journal)
The humanities have little standing in society at large.
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01, 2018
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01, 2018
The beauty of nature observed in its unfolding.
Beauty in nature is there to be seen, if we have eyes for it.
4
01, 2018
Digitizing the pathways of publishing (Jennifer Clark, Wall Street Journal)
By digital demonstration, researchers discover how publishing pathways and networks spread literacy among various social and economic classes.
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12, 2017
Sun, nature, spirit, philanthropy
The spirit of philanthropy at Christmas, evoked by nature.
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12, 2017
The poet and civilization: why does a poet write, and why does it matter?
Poets write not merely for themselves but more importantly for the world and civilization in which they live.
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11, 2017
Thinking and thanking: reflections on Humanities Watch’s second anniversary
Reflections on thinking, thanking, and remembrance at the close of two years.
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11, 2017
The dawn and dusk of the humanities (Marilynne Robinson, NY Review of Books)
Do the humanities exhaust themselves in utility?
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10, 2017
Doubting wisely to achieve soundness of mind and body
Why doubt can lead to self-assurance and independence of judgement, which is manifest in one's outward demeanor.
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10, 2017
Investing in the humanities (Lisa Kaaki, Arab News)
The humanities enhance our return on investment.
4
10, 2017
Robert Frost reads about science, the mind, and the march of years.
Robert Frost on science and our flights from reality.