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The Immigrant Saga: Past and Present

In a conversation with Columbian College Dean Ben Vinson, Professor of History Tyler Anbinder, the acclaimed author of City of Dreams: The 400-year Epic History of Immigrant New York, discusses the immigrant saga--a universal story that spans generations, regardless of race, religion or nationality.

Jan 30, 2018•10 min

Wild Chimps and Human Parenting Practices

Assistant Professor of Anthropology in the Center for the Advanced Study of Human Pathology Carson Murray discusses her research excursions into the jungles of Tanzania, where she observed mother-offspring relationships among chimps in the wild. What she has found is shedding new light on the impact of maternal mood and behavior on gender roles, socialization skills and success in adulthood.

Jan 26, 2018•8 min

Art Therapy: Healing Through Imagery

Assistant Professor of Art Therapy Heidi Bardot advocates using art therapy as an innovative method for breaking that tragic cycle. Bardot, who is also the director of Columbian College’s Art Therapy Program, explains how art therapy has shown promise in helping individuals cope with the repercussions of trauma.

Jan 26, 2018•10 min

Economics and the Real World with Joann Weiner, Associate Professor of Economics

Joann Weiner shares her thoughts on tax policy, global markets, the ride-share economy and inspiring her students to think like an economist in an insightful conversation with Ben Vinson, dean of GW's Columbian College of Arts and Sciences.

Jan 26, 2018•9 min

On the Cutting Edge of Innovation

Professor of Chemistry Akos Vertes discussed biochemistry breakthroughs, his vision for the Science and Engineering Hall and the challenges of addressing the nation’s important public health challenge: developing a transformative method for combating biological and chemical terrorist threats, a topic that makes headlines almost daily.

Dec 10, 2014•8 min

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