EDUCATION UPDATE - March/April 2015

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MARCH/APRIL 2015

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COLLEGES & GRAD SCHOOLS

Barnard College Film Festival: Jodie Foster Receives Award; Dreamcatcher Documentary Reveals the Struggles of Chicago Sex Workers
The 5th annual Barnard Film Festival celebrates women and leadership by awarding Jodie Foster and showing documentary “Dreamcatcher”....READ MORE

Joseph A. Califano, Jr. Sheds New Light on Lyndon B. Johnson at Hunter College
By Lydia Liebman
Joseph A. Califano dicusses the release of his latest book, The Triumph and Tragedy of Lyndon Johnson: The White House Years at Hunter College....READ MORE

Baruch College Remembers Burton Kossoff ’46
The life of Burton Kossoff is celebrated at Baruch College....READ MORE

WOMEN SHAPING HISTORY 2015

Dr. Ruth Gottesman: Trustee Teachers Col. & Einstein Med School
Joy in Life and Learning: The Ruth L. Gottesman Mathematics and Science Education Scholarship
Rajwant Sandhu and Patrick Galarza are the first recipients of the Ruth. L Gottesman Mathematics and Science Education Scholarship...READ MORE

Debbie Bial: Executive Director, Posse
Debbie Bial shares stories of her journey to begin Posse....READ MORE

Rachel Ain: Rabbi, Sutton Place Synagogue
Rachel Ain has been a congressional rabbi for 10 years and has served three of those in New York City at the Sutton Place Synagogue....READ MORE

Erminia Claudio: Council of School Supervisors & Administrators
Erminia Claudio shares her struggles and accomplishments....READ MORE

Dr. Laura E. Cisneros Garza: Physician, Monterrey, Mexico
Dr. Laura E. Cisneros discusses her inspirational life and career in celebration of Women’s Month....READ MORE

FUTURE YOUNG LEADERS WHO WILL SHAPE HISTORY

Lydia Liebman
Lydia Liebman answers Education Updates questions about what changes she'd like to see in society, what contributions she'd like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

Mariah Klair Castillo
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she'd like to see in society, what contributions she'd like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

Kisa Schell,
Macaulay Honors Scholar
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she’d like to see in society, what contributions she’d like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

Rachel Gellert
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she’d like to see in society, what contributions she’d like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

Scout MacEachron
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she’d like to see in society, what contributions she’d like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

Annie Nova
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she’d like to see in society, what contributions she’d like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her.....READ MORE

Helen Guo
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she’d like to see in society, what contributions she’d like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

Julia Qian
She answers Education Updates questions about what changes she’d like to see in society, what contributions she’d like to make, what books high schoolers should read, what makes a good leader, and what her inspires her....READ MORE

SPECIAL EDUCATION

The Startling Case of the Dyslexie Font
By Dr. John J. Russell
The Dyselxi Font, founded by Christian Boer, caters to those with learning difficulties....READ MORE

Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver Celebrate the Release of 4th “Here’s Hank” Book
By Lydia Liebman
Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver celebrate the release of their newest book at the Upper East Side Barnes and Noble....READ MORE

A Conversation with Mitch Draizin, Congressional Award Foundation
By Dr. Pola Rosen & Lydia Liebman
Mitch Draizin, a member of the Congressional Award Foundation, talks about his involvement with the foundation and shares his favorite stories of success.....READ MORE

Chapel Haven: A Gateway to Independent Living for Adults with Different Learning Styles and Special Needs
By Mariah Klair Castillo
Chapel Haven is a haven for adults with learning disabilities....READ MORE

The Possibility in Disability – Festivals that Inspire
By Karen Kraskow
The third annual Celebration of Individuals with Disabilities in Film will take place March 17, March 23-24 and March 25 at Pace University....READ MORE

MILITARY

Bronx, N.Y. Native Serves Aboard USS Fitzgerald
By Navy Office of Community Outreach Public Affairs
2004 William Howard Taft High School graduate and Bronx, NY native Febis Soto is serving aboard the U.S. Navy Destroyer USS Fitzgerald....READ MORE

SPOTLIGHT ON SCHOOLS

China Institute Courses
The China Institute announces their newsletter....READ MORE

Caedmon School Explains Negotiating School Transitions K-13
By Sybil Maimin
A panel of experts tackles the tough times ahead with admissions season around the corner....READ MORE

LAW & EDUCATION

Charter Schools – A Primer
By Arthur A. Katz, JD
Arthur Katz JD shares his views on charter schools....READ MORE

MEDICAL UPDATE

Jacob Appel THE ETHICS COLUMN
Judging Medical History
By Jacob M. Appel MD JD
Dr. Jacob M. Appel discusses the controversey surrounding medical pioneers who used questionable research techniques....READ MORE

Welcoming The Mentally Ill Back Into Our Community
By Dr. Allen Frances
Dr. Allen Frances tackles the thought-provoking subject of welcoming the mentally ill back into society....READ MORE

BOOKS

Giving Is Not Just For The Very Rich
Dr. Susan Aurelia Gitelson offers advice for philanthropists of all economic backgrounds....READ MORE

Churchill’s Final Farewell: The State And Private Funeral of Sir Winston Churchill
Reviewed by Merri Rosenberg
Merri Rosenberg discusses Rodney J. Croft’s take on Churchill’s final farewell....READ REVIEW

Review of Gateway To Freedom: The Hidden History Of The Underground Railroad
Reviewed By Merri Rosenberg
Eric Foner sheds light on the lesser known facts of the Underground Railroad in his new book....READ MORE

Review of The App Generation: How Today’s Youth Navigate Identity, Intimacy, and Imagination In A Digital World
Reviewed By Merri Rosenberg
The ‘smart phone’ generation is explored in this new book....READ MORE

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