New research charts the language of love used by men who emigrated to Spanish America to reveal that over 300 years ago men commonly used flowery, romantic words to express emotions. Research also suggests Spaniards were more romantic than their American or English contemporaries.
Armstrong Browning Library is home to what many recognize as the "ultimate valentine" "“ the handwritten manuscript of the famous love poem "How Do I Love Thee?"
University at Buffalo professor Phillips Stevens Jr., a renowned anthropologist who studies the origins of cults, superstitions and cultural identities, says Western culture's fear of Friday the 13th and the number "13" most likely started in the Middle ages, originating from the story of Jesus' last supper and crucifixion.
The casual conversations African-Americans have among themselves in places like barbershops can reveal volumes about their attitudes toward politics and other issues, according to a research project recently completed.
On Feb. 14, 1929, seven members of the Bugs Moran gang were gunned down by members of Al Capone's gang in what became known as the St. Valentine's Day Massacre.
What makes Valentine's Day so special? Our experts have you covered whether you're looking at the economic impact of the day or the humor of it all.
Be mine. Yours forever. You hold the key to my heart. True Love. A classics professor can't help but notice the difference between modern Valentine's Day cards filled with sentimental sayings and ancient Romans' wrenching expressions of love.
A Purdue University professor has developed a questionnaire to help people determine whether they are served or ruled by the technology in their daily lives.
With 40 percent of the nation's television households tuning in, $100 million worth of merchandise sold, and rabid fans shelling out over $3,000 just for a seat in the nosebleed section, there's little doubt about what makes the Super Bowl, so, well, super. But why do so many Americans care about the outcome of a mere game?
Ball State University's Center for Media Design and Movielink, the broadband video on demand (VOD) service, have formed a research and development relationship focused on studying college students' views on video downloading of feature films and their attitudes toward piracy.
Advertisers looking to score "“ and get the biggest bang for their buck -- on Super Sunday should lighten up, says an advertising researcher and associate professor of marketing.
When the director of Cornell United Religious Work discovered Martin Luther King Jr.'s name in a ledger of past guest speakers, it was news to him. He discovered that King--not yet a national icon--had delivered a sermon titled "The Three Dimensions of Life" at Sage Chapel.
As the NFL playoffs near, expect to see a lot of "BIRGing" among fans of the teams going into the post-season. That's BIRG as in "basking in reflected glory," says Dr. Christian End, an expert in sports fan psychology at the University of Missouri-Rolla.
Whatever your musical taste, you're bound to hear a favorite Christmas-themed song on the radio sometime next week, says a pop culture expert.
A Tolkien scholar shares the author's dubious opinion of cinematic adaptations, but the "Lord of the Rings" films have won him over. "There were moments when the camera showed exactly what I had always seen in my mind's eye when reading the books," he notes.
UC Santa Cruz film professor Shelley Stamp has been named one of only two 2003 Academy Film Scholars by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The youngest scholar and second woman ever granted such an award, she will receive $25,000 to complete a book about silent film director Lois Weber.
We are all familiar with the holiday phrases Santa Claus, tinsel or mistletoe. But what about Crimble? Tofurkey? Buche de Noel? Not only are the toys changing, but the language associated with Christmas is as well, says a professor of English.
A Tolkien expert can discuss the faithfulness of Peter Jackson's film adaptations of "The Lord of the Rings" to the original material, the ways the films explore (or ignore) the books' themes, and the challenges of adapting fantasy literature to film.
Experts can talk about several topics related to the 100th anniversary of manned flight on Dec. 17. Topics include aviation and space exploration history, the allure of flight, limitations on research, pilot training and artificial environments in outer space.
A Tolkien Expert offers a few choice words about Director Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings Trilogy.
A professor who shares J.R.R. Tolkien's scholarly expertise comments on the "The Lord of the Rings" movies.
Every time you hear the song "I'll Be Home For Christmas" - one of the most beloved holiday songs of all time - St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York, benefits, through an unusual gift made to the school by one of the song's composers.
Experts can talk about a variety of holiday-related issues such as Kwanzaa, dealing with grief and retail sales projections.
Drivers who find themselves at a standstill on the interstate this week can thank a nineteenth-century women's magazine editor for creating the Thanksgiving tradition that compels us all to return to our family roots at the same time.
Moviegoers thirsting for epic, holiday blockbusters will not be disappointed this winter as many of the big studios trot out their Oscar contenders.
"˜Tis the season of holiday traditions, although a professor would argue that many of them are actually myths.
"Between Thanksgiving and New Year's, hiring is almost at a standstill, but there are many things you can do through November and December to prepare for a fresh start on January 1," says director of Temple University's Career Development Services.
Maybe tofu turkey won't do for Grandpa or Aunt Mary, but, as more and more people eschew eating meat for moral or health reasons, family cooks are apt to think even more carefully about what they serve on their holiday tables. That's a trend away from how humans have historically eaten, says a food psychologist.
Regardless of whether or not they were alive at the time of his presidency, most people "know" or "remember" John F. Kennedy through visual images, says a professor.
Historian available to speak about CBS Television's decision to scrap broadcast of "The Reagans." Author of Reel History: In Defense of Hollywood (2002) and Oliver Stone's USA: Film, History and Controversy (2000).
The Scott Peterson case, democratic presidential candidates, the handling of the conflict in Iraq"”all are part of a news cycle that saturates daily life with a constant barrage of images and messages. In her book, an anthropologist analyzes a variety of ways in which people incorporate the media into their everyday lives.
April showers might bring May flowers, but so does fall planting, says the director of the Landscape Arboretum at Temple Ambler. Now through the end of November is the time to start planning for "the glorious colors of spring" in your garden, says Cohen.
Rather than having to travel to Ithaca, N.Y. to study historic clothing or Indonesian batiks, designers and researchers now can use the online database of the Cornell University Costume and Textile Collection. It has more than 5,000 records online, and it's growing daily.
P.M. Forni, co-founder of the Johns Hopkins Civility Project, offers suggestions for civil behavior during the winter holidays, when a never-ending series of office parties, family gatherings and social events put our manners and civility to the test.
Is Maryland haunted? With Halloween right around the corner, that question is being asked by more than just a few on campus - just ask some of our experts. Or take the tour below yourself - and see what you think!
It's that time of year. Consumers are writing their lists, checking them twice and giving all kinds of things to both the naughty and nice. So says a religious studies faculty member and author of a new book, which explores the history and changes of American culture and its religious obsession with consuming.
Just in time for Hallowe'en, there were some frightening thesis topics that earned students degrees at this fall's convocation ceremonies at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada.
The Johns Hopkins Science Review, a pioneering educational television program that was a surprise hit in the 1950s, is returning to television for the first time in 43 years later this month, when four of the original episodes will air in successive weeks.
The Purdue University experts listed below can talk about pop culture topics such as "The Matrix" and the new Joan of Arc television series.
Forty years after the assassination of President Kennedy, an art professor explores famous images of Kennedy and their connections to American culture. "The Kennedy images derive their power from their ability to activate latent memories of other powerful images in the histories of art and popular culture."
"Hollywood's Stephen King" is the first detailed analysis of how Hollywood has interpreted--and misinterpreted--the horror-master's fiction. Includes a revealing interview with King and examines what cinematic and public fascination with his work reveals about contemporary American culture.
Adults can make Halloween less bewitching for youngsters by taking simple precautions, says a safety expert.
Experts are available to provide information and background on a variety of issues. Story ideas include: 1) Apartment complexes using Halloween to retain tenants; 2) Be choosy when selecting an energy bar; 3) Make workplace fun to keep employees from leaving
Black cats are hallmarks of the playfully spooky modern celebration of Halloween. But they weren't always associated with wholesome autumn fright. Black cats and other creepy creatures were once seen as harbingers of death and disaster.
Experts talk about Halloween-related topics, including the history of the holiday and if violent images on TV makes it harder to scare people.
One of humankind's oldest pursuits is put under scrutiny in a new book that attempts to explain just why we shop.
During the Cold War, the United States stepped onto the world stage as an artistic force, producing what was recognized for the first time as a bona fide national culture. At the same time, a period of unprecedented persecution began for homosexuals in America.
For many youngsters, Halloween is a time to gobble down as much candy as possible. But, it also can be an opportunity to teach children about healthy eating, says a registered dietitian.
A musical project initiated three years ago as a whimsical classroom exercise by two Davidson College students will hit the stage October 22-26, 2003, as the world premier of "Frankenstein: The Rock Opera." The young collaborators have completed a thirty-six song rock opera absolutely true to the plot of Mary Shelley's 1818 horror novel.
A first-ever consumer behavoir study of fantasy league sports participants reveals that more than 15 million people invest significant amounts of time and money to manage their "teams." Participation in fantasy sports is growing by 10 percent annually, thanks in large part to the Internet.
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