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Quick Resources: Media Guides for Writing About Race and LGBT Topics

Words matter. Tensions on campuses and the reactions (or lack of reactions) from administrators have illustrated that academicians need to […]

It was a weird week, weather-wise, here in Williamsburg. We kicked it off over the weekend with a big snowstorm […]

Last week, Michelle Obama gave her last official address as First Lady of the United States, and I fully admit […]

I truly enjoy making resolutions each time we ring in a new year. At their core, resolutions make up a […]

All week I’ve been wracking my brain for something clever and witty to write about for my first post back, […]

Over the past 20 years, when I haven’t been working in higher education, I’ve worked in government, at both the […]

I’ve been learning from her since the moment I met her—but now Erin Hennessy’s role as a teacher is official. […]

Gentle readers, I have a confession. My Chipotle withdrawal symptoms are approaching unmanageable. I haven’t been there in weeks, since […]

The holidays are just around the corner, which means my household is swimming in decorations, sweet treats and good cheer. […]

There’s always a lot of news and a lot going on in the weeks leading up to the holiday season—and […]