Longtime readers know that I have periodically expressed skepticism regarding “The Party Decides” thesis. That is the argument, made most thoroughly by the book of that title, that party leaders act in effect as gatekeepers who control who wins their party’s nomination. They do so through a variety of signaling mechanisms, such as endorsements, or […]…Continue Reading Does The Party Decide? Explaining the Trump Phenomenon
Day: February 24, 2016
Fulbrighter Profiles in The Campus–Check it Out!
If you’re thinking about a Fulbright next year or in the future, check out the recent story in the Campus! http://middleburycampus.com/article/fulbright-recipients-share-stories-and-research-from-abroad/ Joana Salievska talks with current and past Midd Fulbright winners about their experiences. It’s a big and interesting world out there! Want to learn more–come to the Fulbright and Watson Info session on Monday, Feb […]…Continue Reading Fulbrighter Profiles in The Campus–Check it Out!
Emergency Preparedness at Middlebury
While an active threat on campus, also called active shooter or armed threat, is unlikely, the results of such an incident can be tragic. Middlebury College has therefore approved a community education program created by members of the college’s Emergency Management Team to provide you with guidance on preparing your personal safety plan should the […]…Continue Reading Emergency Preparedness at Middlebury
Poster Printing in the Wilson Media Lab
At a certain point in the semester the digital media tutors and I begin to develop a love/hate relationship with our plotter. Everyone loves the ability to create and print large scale graphic representations of our work but we hate the error messages, ink stripes, and “Plotter is down” signs on the doorway to the lab. […]…Continue Reading Poster Printing in the Wilson Media Lab