A professor of literature says Dan Brown is having it both ways: getting publicity by infuriating people, but getting away with it because of his book's fiction label. This expert can speak about factual inaccuracies, her recent tour of Opus Dei, the lawsuit and the upcoming movie.
The Purdue Society of Professional Engineers defended their national title in complexity and inefficiency during Saturday's (April 1) 18th National Rube Goldberg Machine Contest with a machine that used 215 steps to shred five sheets of paper.
Rowan University communication studies professor Ed Streb once spent 96 straight hours inside a shopping mall. This semester, Streb is challenging his students to develop communication strategies to address the greatest challenges facing malls in the next decade.
With Easter approaching, malls are full of baby bunnies that grab shoppers by the heartstrings, but an expert from Purdue's School of Veterinary Medicine says animal lovers should resist the momentary urge to buy one.
Bloggers and online journalists have grabbed the spotlight for reporting on breaking news "“ including political scandal "“ ahead of traditional journalism outlets such as newspapers and television stations. But what are the ethical issues at stake in this new reporting environment?
In another era, it might sound like an elaborate prank. But at a time when Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia edited by its readers, is fast growing in popularity, Williams College students' creation of "Willipedia," which uses identical software, seems natural to today's college students.
R&B Legend Archie Bell, remembered most for his 60's chart-topper "Tighten Up," headlines Los Angeles benefit April 14 for The Myositis Association. His brother, USC football great Ricky Bell, died at 29 of dermatomyositis, a rare muscle disease.
The Soap and Detergent Association's annual spring cleaning survey finds: 60% of Americans say spring is the best time to rid the house of dirt and clutter; 98% feel good about themselves when their house is clean; 54% of Americans prefer to clean on a daily or weekly basis.
Celebrating our 150th anniversary gives the University of Maryland a chance to look back at what women students, faculty and staff have accomplished, and provides an opportunity to look to the future with even higher expectations.
Baby boomers are a generation on the move. For many, travel is, or will become, their middle name. A retired University of Maryland assistant vice president annually teaches a class for students interested in traveling.
A Saint Louis University dietitian suggests tips to prepare a quick, healthy meal for families on the go.
Dr. Dan Pierce, University of North Carolina Asheville Associate Professor of History, is a nationally known expert on the history and culture of NASCAR. He is available for comment on the announcement made earlier this week that Charlotte, N.C. was selected as the site for the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
As part of its 150th anniversary celebration, the University of Maryland has a new exhibit that honors "Testudo's Troops" - the students who have helped make the university what it is today.
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society's Project TEAMWORK staff will team-up with the Boston Celtics' Brian Scalabrine and Michael Olowonkandi on Thursday, March 2 at 9:00 a.m. to celebrate the high achievement and also encourage the students of the Upham Corner Charter School to continue to take pride in their school work.
1) Behavior: How Can You Trust Your Gut?; 2) Entertainment: Hip-Hop is the New Mainstream; 3) Family Issues: 'Coming Out' is Okay, Even in the Midwest; 4) Religion: Are Historical Religious Records Actually Works of Fiction?; 5) Women's Issues: Learning How to Ask for Help Can Inspire Potential.
A study conducted by a faculty member in North Carolina State University's College of Textiles reveals that only 8 percent of women actually have hourglass figures. Most clothing manufacturers, however, continue to make clothes designed to fit the hourglass shape.
Virtually anyone who grew up in the rock music era can point to a time, place or poignant memory that is seamlessly tethered to a song. For Vietnam War veterans, the backdrop of the war made that connection all the more powerful and emotional.
Voted by the Wall St. Journal as one of the top ways to "jump-start retirement," the North Carolina Center for Creative Retirement's "Paths to a Creative Retirement" seminar attracts Boomer generation adults for an in-depth exploration of the big "What's Next?" questions.
1) Funding for Public Broadcasting; 2) Embracing Your Creativity; 3) Valentine's Day Stresses Millions; 4) Child Passenger Safety; 5) Marry a Mensch, and You Won't Be Sorry.
Dr. Preston MacDougall, professor of chemistry, applies a "chemical eye" to romance and love throughout the ages through the current day in this column/commentary inspired by Valentine's Day sentimentality.
Every year on February 14th, candy, flowers, and heart-shaped "I love you" cards are sent to loved ones throughout the world to celebrate Valentine's Day. But where do all these holiday practices come from? Love - and expressions of love - were also very much a part of what was the Roman Empire. Just not in February.
Electronic Valentine cards promising sweet nothings may instead infect loved ones' computers with a nasty surprise from a cyber scam artist, according to a Purdue University computer security expert.
Differing from today's politicians in two ways, President Abraham Lincoln neither boasted of his humble roots nor allowed himself to become out of touch with political realities, according to Allen Guelzo, who is the Henry R. Luce Professor of the Civil War Era Studies program at Gettysburg College.
1) How Non-Profits Can Advertise During Super Bowl on a Budget; 2) New Trends in Modern Furniture; 3) Bright Color and New Patterns for Flooring; 4) 'Dancing With the Stars' Great for Dance Studio Business; 5) A Million Little Lawsuits?
The first-ever industry conference about in-theatre content beyond motion pictures including pre-show ads and entertainment, real-time sports and music, and 3D trailers and lobby displays. Demonstrations; discussions about technology and bottom-line issues; examination of how to build audience appeal.
Expert explains the origin, history and symbolism behind our most romantic holiday. You'll never look at a heart the same way.
In two new books, a sociology professor at St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York, explores an aspect of American culture that is both out in the open and hidden in shadow "“ exotic dance.
The controversy over James Frey's "A Million Little Pieces" challenges the boundaries of the genre of memoir and autobiography, fiction and nonfiction, says Dr. Julia Galbus, associate professor of English at the University of Southern Indiana and an expert on memoir in American literature.
The Super Bowl, which was once simply a championship football game, has grown into something much bigger than that as America's largest entertainment extravaganza.
1) The Formula that Has Helped Olympians Win Medals; 2) WB/UPN Merge is a Smart Business Move; 3) Sleep Tips for the Summer; 4) Tips to Keep Children Happy During Long Car Trips; 5) How to Climb the World's Tallest Mountains.
1) Be Optimistic -- Safeguard Your Heart This Valentine's Day; 2) This is Not Your Father's Box of Chocolates; 3) How to Tailgate Like a Pro; 4) Keep Children Active While Indoors; 5) Recreational Tree Climbing is Taking Off.
1) Five Ways to Banish the Winter 'Blahs'; 2) A Valentine's Menu to Heighten the Libido; 3) Make Your Own Sweets for Your Sweetheart; 4) Romancing the Home; 5) Give Your Spouse a Better Marriage for Valentine's Day.
In order to provide better customer service to students from the so-called Millennial Generation, the University of Missouri-Rolla is offering online virtual gaming as a recreational option.
1) Music Has Become 'Cookie Cutter' Due to Sales Decrease; 2) Getting Rid of Accumulated Junk; 3) Taking the Fear Out of Friday the 13th; 4) Valentine's Survival Tips for Singles; 5) The Evolution of Technology in College Sports.
Most high school seniors regard abortion as morally wrong and would severely limit a woman's right to choose. According to a national poll released today in Washington by researchers at Hamilton College and Zogby International.
In 1966, UTEP, then named Texas Western College, changed the face of collegiate athletics by starting an all-black lineup for the first time in NCAA championship history. Today, that spirit is still alive at the UTEP. We are nationally recognized for changing the face of higher education.
Pocahontas, the Powhatan who befriended Englishman John Smith and the colonists of Jamestown, Va., has been called a traitor, "mother of a nation," and a lover of Smith. In reality, Pocahontas was a political strategist with a full grasp of her people's plight and a desire to save them from ruin.
A futurist and author of "Looking Down the Road: A Systems Approach to Future Studies", Douglas Raybeck muses and comments on many of our culture's quirks and idiosyncrasies, from bubblewrap to New Year's resolutions. Here the Hamilton College cultural anthropologist takes a lighthearted look at one of those ubiquitous holiday essentials: bubblewrap.
In 2006, Democrats' net gain of congressional seats will be less than many are speculating, hurricanes will be big newsmakers, and gas prices will hover around $2 a gallon, according to the 25th edition of "Educated Guesses," a series of annual predictions offered by University of Alabama faculty.
To stay safe this holiday season, one University of Missouri-Columbia researcher and expert on alcohol use, offers a few tips before heading out for the evening.
News on the war in Iraq often focuses on the latest body counts, with little time for context or connection to the Iraqi people. Since last spring, Swarthmore College students have tried to change that by producing the country's only student-run news radio program on the war.
Gregg Mitman, professor of the history of science and medical history at UW-Madison, says the King Kong story still resonates as an epic metaphor of nature vs. civilization. Mitman says that the first King Kong film was inspired by an actual scientific expedition.
An audiologist says the "earbuds" generally used with iPod and MP3 players increase hearing loss risks. The answer: use the devices at 60 percent maximum volume no more than one hour daily. Better yet, try muff-type or noise-canceling headphones.
How do you celebrate a 150th Anniversary? At the University of Maryland this week, 50 "Fear the Turtle" statues are on their way to becoming a unique face to the celebration - a project designed to extend the anniversary celebration into the community with art that is accessible to everyone.
With the November release of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and this weekend's opening of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, parents may be debating whether these magic filled films are appropriate viewing for children.
1) Managing Family, Stress, High Expectations During the Holidays; 2) New Year's Resolutions That Will Make Families Stronger; 3) Rituals are Important for Memorable and Enjoyable Holiday; 4) Pet Care Tips for the Winter; 5) The Best Board Games Disguise Learning.
The hype surrounding Peter Jackson's "King Kong" remake is as big as the fictional giant ape. But while the story is fictional, the 1930s New York images will be historically accurate, according to a professor from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa who worked on the film.
ASCAP says that the classic song "I'll Be Home For Christmas" is Number Nine on its list of the 25 most-performed holiday songs. That's good news for St. Lawrence University, which receives a share of the royalties each time the beloved song is performed and played.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology"”the Eye M.D. Association"”and Eye M.D.s across the country are urging Americans to celebrate safely this holiday season.
Overindulging in food, drink and celebration during the Christmas season would make Charles Dickens proud, says a Purdue University English professor.
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