by Yahya Alzahrani
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In spite of a recent high level of enrollment in U.S. higher education, rising costs are a barrier to following through to completion (Bartik et al, 2016). This rising of college costs
...Authored by Haley Turrisi
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The key distinguishing factor of public art is the manner in which it is displayed: in the public domain and accessible to all. Other than that requirement, public art takes no particular form. It
...Authored by Yongzheng Yang
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Social media has become the predominant communication and marketing tool of social and business interactions. How do we define this popular phenomenon that includes diverse platforms, purposes, and populations
...Authored by Kidist Ibrie Yasin
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Personality is made up of characteristics and behaviors that distinguish an individual from others. Personality types describe groups of people with similar experiences and
...Lead a discussion about the power of words to include, instruct, and inspire action. Participants analyze quotes by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, about being open and inclusive. Design social justice posters to teach others about what they learned.
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Written by Uzma Mirza
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Wangari Maathai (1940-2011) - a visionary environmental steward, a scholar, parliamentarian, scientist and the founder of the non-profit, non-governmental grassroots tree-
Every person has individual traits that make them unique and who they are. People with neurological or physical differences have often been seen as less capable or received services that separated them from others. Society is enriched when it embraces our differences as gifts and characteristics to understand and respect. Awareness can change attitudes, laws, and opportunities. Each young person has a voice, heart, and hands to take big and small actions to help us create a more inclusive world.
Students identify key events in U.S. history and the magnitude of the Constitution in context, with a particular emphasis on philanthropy. This lesson is designed for Citizenship/Constitution Day (September 17) and connects students to the historical significance of the Constitution and how it relates personally to their lives and action.
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Video Clip and Discussion Guide: When we name big-dollar givers in history, we do not often hear the names of women. Historically women's philanthropy looks different. In this video, we look at examples of women's giving. This is not an attempt to define women's philanthropy, but to look at the less recognized, but still significant, giving of women as philanthropists.
Video Clip and Discussion Guide: Philanthropy is often associated with giving money, but giving one's time, talent, and voice can impact society's needs as much as money. This video shares several ways people use their time and talent to impact society and themselves.