I don’t know about you, but according to my humble observation, the weekend of Valentine’s Day definitely got 50 shades darker. I am not referring to the hoards of vulture-like singles waiting for Feb. 15’s chocolate sales, nor am I referring to the actual film release. I am referring to the fact that everyone seems to use the personal choice of watching the film as a token of … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Stop Talking About Fifty Shades of Grey
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The Books that Shaped Professors
Three professors share books that inspired them to think and teach Candice Ortbals: Social Science Division Carol Pateman’s “The Disorder of Women: Democracy, Feminism and Political Theory:” This book takes its title from a famous saying of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, referring to the dangers of women participating in democracy, specifically that incorporating women into … [Read more...] about The Books that Shaped Professors
Book Censorship Halts Social Progress
Art by Sacha Irick I’m just a bit obsessed with the written word. As an English major, that might be obvious. However, even people who aren’t reading books every day for their major classes still enjoy a good book every now and then. People connect to writing in a way that can sometimes not be truly explained or understood. Authors can express loss, heartbreak, joy and … [Read more...] about Book Censorship Halts Social Progress
Interfaith book series addresses Islam
Members of the community interested in Muslim history and culture will be able to enjoy “Let’s Talk About It: Muslim Journeys,” a free 5-week long book discussion group beginning Jan. 23 in the Great Books room in Payson Library. Led by Assistant Professor of Middle Eastern Studies, Dr. David Simonowitz, the discussions — only open to the first 20 people who sign up with … [Read more...] about Interfaith book series addresses Islam
Recommendations for your bookshelf
Tired of textbooks? Try adding some of these bestsellers to your reading list to make for a great escape from studying or a casual perusal between classes. “And The Mountains Echoed” by Khaled Hosseini The No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of “The Kite Runner” and “A Thousand Splendid Suns,” Khaled Hosseini returns with a new novel that explores love, family … [Read more...] about Recommendations for your bookshelf
