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Empowering engineering students through storytelling

  • Written by Anne Hamby, Associate Professor of Marketing, Boise State University

Stories of self-doubt are common among engineering students. That was a key finding of a study conducted recently at Boise State University by a team of researchers.

Students surveyed questioned their abilities. They were sure everyone else understood the material. They said they didn’t fit in. They wondered whether they should quit...

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Women are still underrepresented in local government, despite a woman running for president

  • Written by Justin de Benedictis-Kessner, Associate Professor of Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School
imageWill Kamala Harris' candidacy inspire other women to run for office?Grant Baldwin/Getty Images

Kamala Harris is at the top of a major party ticket running for president. Some people have celebrated her candidacy, hoping that it will excite voters enough to elect the first woman president.

But the glass ceiling that stymied Hillary Clinton’s...

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Pennsylvania’s mail-in ballot system has a problem − but it’s not what Trump is making unfounded claims about

  • Written by Daniel J. Mallinson, Associate Professor of Public Policy and Administration, Penn State
imageProtesters in support of counting all the mail-in votes gather outside of the Philadelphia Convention Center on Nov. 6, 2020.Chris McGrath via Getty Images

Mail-in voting in Pennsylvania will not begin on Sept. 16, 2024, as was previously slated. Due to ongoing court cases, the past is poised to repeat itself in the commonwealth in the upcoming...

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Intoxication nation: a double shot of US history

  • Written by Kyle G. Volk, Professor of History, University of Montana
imageHaving a beer in Raceland, La.Russell Lee for Farm Security Administration/WPAimage

Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching.

Title of course:

“Intoxication Nation: Alcohol in American History”

What prompted the idea for the course?

I wanted to get students excited...

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Will your phone one day let you smell as well as see and hear what’s on the other end of a call?

  • Written by Jian Liu, Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Tennessee
imagePhones that transmit odors seem like a great idea, but careful what you wish for!Teo Mahatmana/iStock via Getty Imagesimage

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com.


Is it possible to make a phone through which we can smell, like we can...

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What are halal mortgages?

  • Written by Shariq Siddiqui, Assistant Professor & Director of the Muslim Philanthropy Initiative, Indiana University
imageIslamic finance allows Muslim families to purchase homes on interest-free mortgages.faidzzainal/E+ collections via Getty images

The growth of “halal mortgages” over the past 20 years has expanded financial access to homeownership for many Muslims. Halal mortgages provide interest-free loans in keeping with Islamic beliefs.

These...

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How researchers measure wildfire smoke exposure doesn’t capture long-term health effects − and hides racial disparities

  • Written by Joan Casey, Associate Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, University of Washington
imageFine particulate matter from wildfires can cause long-term health harms.Gary Hershorn/Getty Images

Kids born in 2020 worldwide will experience twice the number of wildfires during their lifetimes compared with those born in 1960. In California and other western states, frequent wildfires have become as much a part of summer and fall as popsicles...

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Plants get a GMO glow-up: Genetically modified varieties are coming out of the lab and into homes and gardens

  • Written by James W. Satterlee, Postdoctoral Fellow in Plant Genetics, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
imageNot every rose has its thorn, thanks to gene editing.James Satterlee, CC BY-SA

As any avid gardener will tell you, plants with sharp thorns and prickles can leave you looking like you’ve had a run-in with an angry cat. Wouldn’t it be nice to rid plants of their prickles entirely but keep the tasty fruits and beautiful flowers?

I’m...

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Vatican News: How to Stay Informed on the Global Religious Landscape

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Some of the best tools to keep track of religious news around the world include religious newsletters, blogs, podcasts, social media and mainstream media. Let us explain in more detail!

Whether you are a religious person or simply fascinated by religion, staying informed on the global religious landscape is essential. Unfortunately, unlike politics and other global topics, there are not many sources for religious coverage. So, how do you stay up to date?

Top 4 Tools to Stay Informed on Global Religious Activities

Religious Newsletters and Blogs

Regardless of the topic, newsletters and blogs remain one of the best ways to get religious news from around the world. Religion enthusiasts can benefit from these two tools because they not only provide timely news but are also accessible through regular mobile devices.

In addition, their coverage is very in-depth compared to other sources (which can be a little broad). Some newsletters also include analysis, which allows one to view the information from different perspectives, promoting better understanding.

Religious Podcasts

Religious podcasts have always been around, and their reach has become even greater, with more and more people getting access to the internet. Most people prefer listening to these podcasts over reading because they offer so much convenience. You can listen to them while doing something else – like driving to work, jogging, walking your dog or mowing the lawn. In addition, podcasters can invite religious experts, facilitating a more detailed analysis of the religious news in question.

Social Media Platforms

Another way to get religious news in the comfort of your home is through social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. Some news outlets use these platforms to share headlines and encourage readers to click a provided link to access the full article. Social media has become a potent tool for real-time updates because most people spend most of their free time on these platforms.

Mainstream Media

Last but not least, you can stay informed by following mainstream media platforms with religious sections. The most common ones include Al Jazeera (Religion), BBC News (Religion and Ethics) and CNN (Religion). Each of these outlets also provides consumers context and analysis, enabling them to better understand the news and overall religious landscape.

Conclusion

It may seem challenging to stay up to date on religious matters – but it can be very simple. The key is to choose at least two consistent and trusted sources (from the ones above) and never miss a single release. That should be enough to keep you updated!

Students ride the rails in this course to learn about sustainability and tourism

  • Written by Mark Alan Rhodes II, Assistant Professor of Geography, Michigan Technological University
imageTrains offer a unique glimpse at the American landscape. Laser1987/iStock via Getty Images Plus

Title of course

Amtrak Tourism: Trains, Cities and Sustainability

What prompted the idea for the course?

As a geographer, I wanted to offer a summer study abroad program on sustainability. However, it wouldn’t make sense to design a sustainability...

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