Faith + Ideas =
FAITH + IDEAS =
2010It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like . . . Florida
With the aging population increasing, Sybil W. Coleman, professor of social work, explains the implications and how we can best respond.
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Thanksgiving, Mediterranean Style
In his annual Thanksgiving column, Provost Mark Sargent captures the gifts of and gratitude for Gordon College.
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After The Midterm Elections: The Change We Hope For?
Political science professor Timothy Sherratt explores the impact the elections will have on governing versus politics.
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Denizens of the Autumn Air
With the end of October comes the migration of many local birds, and Gregory S. Keller, associate professor of conservation biology, isn't very happy about that.
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Toward a 21st Century Conversation On ‘Race’
In spite of great progress, we're still a long way from the promised land when it comes to race relations, writes Lawrence Holcomb, associate professor sociology.
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The Oil Spill, Dante and St. Augustine
The Gulf Coast spill still affects us, especially those who grew up there, writes Tal Howard, associate professor of history and director of the Jerusalem and Athens Forum.
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High Place Highs
At the start of a new academic year, balancing classes, lectures, and responsibilities can feel like tough mountains to climb. Dale Pleticha, professor of physics, reminds us that real mountains can provide the perspective we need to keep going.
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Cold-blooded Passions: The Salamanders’ Trek for Love
As our final column before summer break, Dorothy Boose, associate professor of biology, explores cold-blooded creatures as a sort of graduation parable.
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Work’s Newest Danger: Resisting Rest
Resting from work can be just as productive—and important—as work itself, says Kent W.Seibert, associate professor of economics and business.
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Happy Earth Day to You
Dr. Emily Jarvis, assistant professor of Chemistry at Gordon, urges us to invest in Earth's natural resources as we celebrate Earth Day.
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Celebrating The Other Global Language
During Francophone week, Dr. Emmanuelle A. Vanborre inspires us to think of the pleasures of all things French!
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Go Communal: A Lenten Reflection
Assistant professor of Christian ministries, Sharon Galgay Ketcham explores a new perspective on an ancient practice during this Lenten season.
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What’s a Gold Medal Worth?
The Winter Olympics stir up many memories as well as insights for all of us, writes Dr. Mark Gedney, associate professor of philosophy.
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It’s More Than Just a Swing
Who knew golf could inspire the next generation of physicists? But that's exactly what David Lee, professor of physics, sees happening in his lab.
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The Certainty of Uncertainty
Since September 11, 2001, Norman Jones, associate professor of theatre arts, has noticed more plays which reflect an uncertainty. What does it all mean?
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Peace On Earth? and Other Questions for The New Year
The idea of world peace is not just a seasonal expression or a fanciful notion, writes Daniel Johnson, associate professor of sociology and social work.
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