How to Prepare for the Unexpected
New research reveals that shifting between abstract and concrete thinking can help us prepare for unexpected events.
Four Steps for Inviting People to Discover Common Ground
Simon Greer offers four principles for everyday conversations that could help bridge our differences.
When Diversity Is Stressful, Focus on Building Trust
We talk with Claude M. Steele about his new book, Churn: The Tension That Divides Us and How to Overcome It.
How Old Is Diversity as an Idea?
While there are high-level critics of diversity today, research finds that diversity is good for society—and it has a long history of supporters.
How a Colorado Neighborhood Reduced Youth Violence by 75%
Researchers are studying what contributes to youth violence and how certain communities have succeeded in making real change.
Teaching the Next Generation How to Disagree at Work
Incivility on the job is being driven by political and generational differences–but there are colleges trying to train the next generation to work…
Can College Leaders Help Steer America Through Turbulent Times?
Beverly Daniel Tatum discusses her book, Peril and Promise: College Leadership in Turbulent Times.
Five Ways to Teach Critical Thinking in Challenging Times
Even when certain words or topics are prohibited by the state, educators can still cultivate students’ motivation and skills to recognize, analyze,…
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