Category: Personal Blog

  • We Are Marshall

    Today is the 55th anniversary of the tragedy at Marshall University. You can read my thoughts in my blog from last year of checking out the links below. We Are Marshall (2023) To learn more about Marshall University and the community of Huntington, WV please follow the links below.

  • November 2025: Gratitude, Heritage, and Historical Reflection

    November 2025 encourages gratitude, cultural appreciation, and reflection on history, inspiring educational opportunities that celebrate heritage, recognize contributions, and foster critical thinking and community engagement.

  • Book Review: Cuba: An American History by Ada Ferrer

    Ada Ferrer’s “Cuba: An American History” redefines US-Cuba relations, blending personal insights with rigorous scholarship, making it essential for understanding intertwined histories and contemporary foreign policy.

  • From Page to Screen: Teaching Suspense Through Tolkien and Shelley

    Using books like LOTR and Frankenstein to evaluate screenwriting process and teach suspense is a great activity for October.

  • October 2025: Celebrating Heritage, History, and the Spirit of Discovery

    October 2025 offers educational opportunities celebrating cultural heritage, historical milestones, and scientific discoveries, inspiring students to appreciate diversity and develop critical thinking skills for the future.

  • Book Review: The Ornament of the World by María Rosa Menocal

    “The Ornament of the World” by María Rosa Menocal explores the collaborative cultural achievements of Muslims, Jews, and Christians in medieval Spain, emphasizing their tolerance and intellectual exchange.