Getting Started in Science Writing

Science writing is one of the most exciting niches in journalism–science writers get to travel, meet intelligent and interesting people and report on new developments from the dramatic and groundbreaking to the quirky and peculiar. Science writers may specialize in one of the traditional natural and physical sciences–biology, geology, physics, and chemistry–or write about anthropology, [...]

The Expanding Field of Environmental Health Sciences

Environmental Health Sciences can be defined as the assessment, evaluation and control of chemical, physical and biological hazards in order to protect public health. The sanitary revolution began in the late 1800s when it was determined that basic environmental sanitation and hygiene were necessary to prevent communicable diseases. Sewage disposal and water quality control were [...]

What Does Your Introduction Say About You?

I remember the first time I wrote a speech introduction like it was yesterday. It was in preparation for one of my first Toastmasters speeches. I’ll admit that I didn’t put much thought into it. By all measurements it was a hum drum, by the books, “here is what I’ve” done introduction.
It basically read like [...]

Presenting With Gusto

Last week I gave a presentation, for a distribution company, to about 35 of its dealer-customers. There was a limited amount of time so we compressed entirely too much material into a 75 minute presentation (a normal problem I seem to have). When the presentation was over, a number of the attendees complimented me on [...]

Poltergeists and Things That Go Bump in the Night

Poltergeists are rare, but they do exist. For those that aren’t in the loop, a poltergeist is a spirit that moves through inanimate objects like cups, TVs, furniture, and windows.
Noises - like bumps, thuds, kerplunks - yes kerplunks is a dictionary word, knocks, scratching at the window, and banging at the door are all examples [...]

Who Invented Skateboards?

The fact that skateboards exist does not necessarily mean that they were invented by someone. They are one of those phenomena that just seem to have evolved. It is thought that the idea became popular in the 1950’s. Originally called sidewalk surfers, they were a hit with the surf community on the west coast. Although [...]

Anatomy and Physiology Quizzes - How to Prepare

Most people who study anatomy and physiology believe that it’s as complex as something like rocket science. If you are studying anatomy or you are teaching it is very important to go through short quizzes that help to memorize anatomy terms. If you need to prepare for quizzes then keep reading this article I have [...]

Think Before You Write Or Speak - Part 2

In the first article we suggested that it is important to: Think before you Write or Speak.
We acknowledged that all things are created twice–first in thought, and then manifested in the physical.
We have an enormously powerful ability to share our thoughts, dreams, and visions. Especially in the medium of writing. It really makes sense to [...]

Labor Law - Collective Bargaining and the USPS

Have you ever considered what would happen if all the mail carriers who work at the post office all went on strike at the same time? Well, you do not have to worry about that because it is against the law for them to do so. Still, they have a Letter Carriers Union, which does [...]

Should Athletes Be Able to Express Their Religious Opinions and Still Be Respected?

In today’s society, Athletes portray vital roles in our entertainment aspect. They are viewed as role models, respected as leaders and expected to set positive examples for upcoming athletes as well as for people in general. However, can they voice their religious opinions and beliefs, even if it disagrees with society, and still maintain the [...]