Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 153
October 4, 2017
The Teaching Brain: Changing the Field of Education
Never ever ever ever do you, as a teacher, want to stop learning. It influences the newness of your approach, which influences the receptivity of your students and makes them as excited as you are.
So notes The Teaching Brain: An Evolutionary Trait at the Heart of Education. Researched and written by Vanessa Rodriguez with Michelle Fitzpatrick, this book is a game-changer for the field of education, and a must-read for any educator. Rodriguez...
Being an Introvert Abroad: 3 Tips for Survival
An introvert is a shy, reticent person. I did not readily accept my fate as an introvert until I went abroad. I knew I often needed time away from the crowd to recharge, but I thought everyone did that. My freshman year of college, I was explaining this to a friend (an extrovert, oy) and she said “Oh. You’re an introvert, Steph.”
What?
Is that bad? Is there medication for it?
“It’s all goood,” she said loudly, a typical extrovert answer.
About a yea...
Love Tokyo's Otaku Culture? Read this
Do you love cosplay, manga, anime, fandom memorabilia, and toys? Perhaps the center of your fandom universe lies in Tokyo, Japan. If so, you probably identify as Otaku. If you are otaku, or can relate to it, then I have the book for you! If you aren't into otaku culture yet, you soon will be, after reading Tokyo Geek's Guide: Manga, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay, Toys, Idols, & More, by Gianni Simone. Be forewarned: I LOVE THIS BOOK.
"Tokyo is ground...
October 3, 2017
Through the Eyes of an Educator: Expanding Our Idea of School
It’s begun. In the northern hemisphere, it’s the start of autumn and more than a month of traditional schooling is underway. In the southern hemisphere, it’s officially spring and for some, the traditional school year is one quarter from its close. Regardless of location, a lot of the world’s students are in the midst of the official learning process. What about all that goes on outside of that traditional schooling scenario? What else actually trans...
October 1, 2017
Artist of the Month: Anthony Snyder
A ghostbuster, pop culture fanatic, and an artist - obviously I wanted to feature him.
So we met up in a corner of a Barnes and Noble, sadly not over coffee, and listened and talked about his many passions, learning very quickly how interesting he is. Now, you don't have to meet up with him to learn this, as I think his art shows it just as well.
Creative, colorful, unique, and with subtle elements of dark humor, you won't find anythin...
September 29, 2017
The Cocktail Guide to the Galaxy
Whether you're already a regular at The Way Station, want to plan a pilgrimage there, or are interested in bringing your fandom into your life via interesting, clever, and delicious cocktails, I've got the book for you.
The Cocktail Guide to the Galaxy: A Universe of Unique Cocktails from the Celebrated Doctor Who Bar is a new book by Andy Heidel, the owner of The Way Station, a bar and music venue in Brooklyn, NY. As R. Andrew Heidel, he is...
September 27, 2017
Vacation Cruising 101
If you're someone who's always dreamed of getting away from it all, there's nothing like a cruise to get you in the mood. In fact, we've shared the 10 best reasons to take a cruise! A membership vacation club, Royal Holiday has over 180 destinations worldwide and based out of Mexico with the premiere resort known as the Grand Park Royal in Cozumel. In a vacation club, all the details are taken care of. All you have to do is join, keep racking up poi...
September 26, 2017
A Taste of Paris: A History of the Parisian Love Affair with Food
Do you follow one of my favorite authors? David Downie, a native San Franciscan, lived in New York, Providence, Rome, and Milan before moving to Paris in the mid-80s. He divides his time between France and Italy. His travel, food, and arts features have appeared in leading print and on-line publications including Bon Appétit, Gourmet, Saveur, Epicurious.com, and Gault & Millau, the premier French food guide. He is the author of over a dozen nonfic...
September 25, 2017
How to Make Chinese Dumplings
Jiao zi (dumplings, 饺子) have been an integral part of Chinese culture for as long as anyone remembers. Because of this, dumplings have become the most famous and widely appreciated Chinese food. Not only does a little meat goes a long way in a batch of dumplings, but almost anything can be stuffed into a delicate little dumpling wrapping and still be edible…even delicious!
Dumplings are eaten every year by every Chinese family for every meal for the fi...
#StudyAbroadBecause You Can Explore New Horizons!
Eliza Wick is a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a major in the History of Art and Architecture and a minor in Museum Studies. She originally attended the University of Kentucky, but changed majors in the middle of her time there and other factors led her to transfer to Pitt. Eliza recently completed the London Field Studies Program with the Office of Undergraduate Research and Study Abroad and she is currently an Andrew W. Mellon...
