Ancient Athens can be credited for so much of the foundation that is today’s society: drama, both tragedy and comedy, and democracy with laws made by the people. Dr. Edwin Carawan, professor of modern and classical languages at Missouri State University, noted that the ancient Athenians also created the art of speech writing and rhetoric, both of which have inspired his … [Read more...] about Ancient Greece Leaves Legacy of Drama, Democracy and Argument
Date: Tuesday, July 15 Time: 9:30–11:00 a.m. Location: Karls Hall 101 In this workshop you will learn great story telling techniques, the keys to utilizing marketing messages and much more. If you maintain a website or a blog, this will be a valuable workshop for you. Find more information about other events in this week’s Provost Communiqué. … [Read more...] about Short and Snappy: Writing for the Digital World
Date: Tuesday, June 24 Time: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Location: Photographic Services, Meyer Alumni Center, Room 504 Who: Faculty, Staff, Administrators No appointment necessary Need your photo updated or a new one taken? Photographic Services will be taking portrait pictures of faculty, staff, and administrators free of charge! These photos are perfect for your … [Read more...] about Faculty and Staff Free Portrait Day
The priority deadline for submitting a proposal for a short-term faculty-led program for summer 2015 is July 15, 2014. Proposals submitted by July 15 will guarantee table space for the program director at the September 10, 2014 Study Away Fair. The final deadline for submitting a proposal for a short-term faculty-led program for summer 2015 is September 28, 2014. Please see … [Read more...] about Summer Study Away Proposal Deadlines
It’s not too late to register for a summer teaching conference. The link below contains some college teaching and other educational conferences that may be of interest. Events are listed chronologically and links are provided to registration information or the sponsoring organization. View summer conference list Find more information about other events in this week’s … [Read more...] about Summer Conference Opportunities