alex goodell

I just finished my paper on this subject for Janis Weeks’ HIV/AIDS CHC colloquium and thought I’d share. I think there is a long way to go, but I think the investigation will continue when I’m there in the Winter/Spring of ‘10. Here it is: http://alexgoodell.com/files/ghanaaids2.pdf

I think Twitter has two basic uses — yes, you heard me, only two. Not three, four, 50, or 1000. For the most part, each of the new invented ways to use Twitter is a mash-up of other functions. The two functions I’ve noticed are (1) it’s primary use, a way to share thoughtful information and news. This is what it functions best as. Its capacity for transmission of a message across communities, its open-source communication style, and its link-crazed culture make it perfect for collaboration across a group of people. However, Twitter was not intended for such uses. Its own website claims its Read the rest of this entry »

I, along with the Clark Honors College administration and faculty, are working on developing a Summer Reading Program for the college. Here’s the summary of the program, benefits, etc.
SUMMARY:

The Honors College Summer Reading Program would be a new activity that entering freshman participate in. During IntroDUCKtion, they would be given a book by the Honors College, with perhaps a short explanation of the book’s meaningfulness. The chosen book would be applicable to a variety of interests, be provocative and have an inspirational message or story. The book would be discussed by HC students at NSO and somewhat in the CHIPs and Honors Residence Halls. Read the rest of this entry »