March 5, 2023–Survivors
Steven Alloway, Granada Hills, CA Warm-up Question Have you ever been in a seemingly hopeless situation, then been given a second chance? Survivors When a building collapses, there’s an estimated 48-hour window during which trapped victims might be rescued. More...
February 26, 2023–Stand Firm
Grace Heimerdinger-Baake, Pearl City, IL Warm-up Question Have you ever had to stand against the norm to honor and respect your values? How did you handle the temptation to conform to the norm? Stand Firm Students of all races at Collingswood...
February 19, 2023–Already?
Brian Hiortdahl, Sacramento, CA Warm-up Question What activity or pursuit do you stick with even though it is difficult for you to do? Already Dr. Maya Angelou (1928-2014) was a celebrated poet, author, teacher, filmmaker, and civil rights activist, among...
February 12, 2023–From the Heart
Jen Krausz, Bethlehem, PA Warm-up Question Would you say you are proud to live in America? If not, where would you like to live instead? From the Heart A new poll by Morning Consult, released in January, showed that only 16%...
February 5, 2023–A Matter of Taste
Mary Ellen Helms, Loveland, Ohio Warm-up Question Describe your favorite food as best you can without naming any of the ingredients. A Matter of Taste The science of taste is fascinating, perhaps because food is a universal part of our...