February 12, 2009 is the 200th birthday of Charles Robert Darwin, arguably one of the most influential scientists of modern times. 2009 also marks the 150th anniversary of the publication of On the Origin of the Species. We can expect lots of exciting special events and reflections from the scientific Read more…
I enjoy being a Professor of Psychology at Cal Poly and working with the bright and enthusiastic students we have here on the central coast of California. We teach not for the recognition, but when it comes it is very sweet. This year, Delta Delta Delta Sorority presented me with Read more…
For a lot of Americans, Veterans Day is a holiday, a time off from work, a chance for one last barbecue before it gets too cold. It’s all too easy to forget the real purpose of the day–honoring the men and women who have served and continue to serve all Read more…
Photo permissions can be a pain. I’ll find a terrific photo for one of my books, and the owner wants too much money or it’s not available and so on. So this afternoon, my intrepid photo researcher was frustrated about hitting another dead end in our efforts to find a Read more…
Two years ago, November 6th, 2006 to be exact, Karen and I visited our local Jenny Craig center. Karen had just completed her collegiate track and field eligibility, and after a very successful career (4 time All-American and school record holder at USC), she was ready to transition from her Read more…