The New Dennos!

The New Dennos!

The New Dennos is now open! Following the January 21 community celebration day with free admission for everyone, join Jason Dake for a brief tour of the new galleries on any of the following three dates and times. This is your first chance to see the new permanent...
Are We Part of the Problem?

Are We Part of the Problem?

What if the norm for college students was thoughtful, polite, courageous and reflective engagement when faced with disagreement both inside and outside the classroom? What if this isn’t the norm and what if we’re part of the problem? How can we help our...
Reconnecting to Our Compassion

Reconnecting to Our Compassion

A couple weeks ago, I wrote about the need that some people have to say, “I’m sorry.”  I don’t think we should automatically apologize or expect an apology when there’s been a miscommunication. Now, I’m not saying that apologizing...
I Love Group Work

I Love Group Work

I love group work. Students hate it–until they see what it CAN be. I found students to be so “allergic” to group work that I avoided it in my first years at NMC because students simply don’t want their grades negatively impacted by their peers....
Anger and Domination Systems.

Anger and Domination Systems.

Part of the Non-Violent Communication that Marshall Rosenberg teaches includes understanding anger.  Anger, Rosenberg believes, is never the problem.  The problem is that the angry person is supporting what he calls the Domination System.  The Domination System...