And we are up and running for the final Republican debate – sans The Donald. As always, feel free to join in using the comment section….Continue Reading Live Blogging the Final Republican Debate Before Iowa
Day: January 28, 2016
Max Ward receives grants to support his academic leave and book preparation
Max Ward (History) has received grants from the Japan Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities Japan-US Friendship Commission (NEH-JUSFC) in support of his research during his 2015-16 academic leave. He is currently a Visiting Researcher at Waseda University in Tokyo Japan, where he is completing a book manuscript titled Ghost in the Machine: Imperial Ideology and Thought Reform in Interwar Japan. […]…Continue Reading Max Ward receives grants to support his academic leave and book preparation
Are Rumors of Jeb!’s Death Greatly Exaggerated?
It long ago became an article of faith among most political pundits that Jeb Bush – once the purported front-runner for the Republican nomination – has seen his chances almost completely evaporate. Conservatives never really warmed to his candidacy, but a series of less-than-stellar debate performances led the chattering class to desert him in droves. […]…Continue Reading Are Rumors of Jeb!’s Death Greatly Exaggerated?
Using Timelines to Help Create Context for Learning
Think back to the most confusing learning experience of your life. Did you feel like you understood the context of what you were learning? When Assistant Professor of Physics Michael Durst began teaching PHYS 0301: Intermediate Electromagnetism he envisioned an assignment where “students would explore more deeply the history of electricity and magnetism” as well […]…Continue Reading Using Timelines to Help Create Context for Learning
Apply for an Environmental Council grant!
Apply for an Environmental Council grant! There are two types of grants available: · You may apply for a grant for up to $1,500 at any time. These projects typically take place during a single semester or summer. · Larger grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded for collaborative projects, and may take up to […]…Continue Reading Apply for an Environmental Council grant!
Middlebury Break Buses to Boston, Burlington Airport/Greyhound Station, and NYC
Want to get out of town but don’t want to drive. This is a great option for Faculty and Staff! For more information or to purchase a ticket go/boxoffice or call 443-3168….Continue Reading Middlebury Break Buses to Boston, Burlington Airport/Greyhound Station, and NYC
Annual Performance Summary Process for Staff
The Human Resources Office is pleased to offer resources that we hope you will find helpful during the Annual Performance Summary (APS) process for staff members. As you may recall, the annual performance evaluation process for staff members takes place between January 1 and March 31 of each year. The APS form for 2016 remains the same. Below, […]…Continue Reading Annual Performance Summary Process for Staff