A LOOK AT THE WEEK AHEAD February 2, - February 9, 2001 OFFICE OF NEWS AND MEDIA RELATIONS (215)204-7476 Fax:(215)204-4403
FACULTY AND STUDENT PANELS DISCUSS MULTI-CULTURAL EDUCATION --Since its implementation a decade ago, Temple University's "Studies in Race" requirement has remained perhaps the most controversial component of the University's undergraduate Core Curriculum. With "Experiencing Diversity at Temple: Studying Race," the third in a series of Temple Issues Forum (TIF) events, a panel of faculty, including one of the architects of the "Studies in Race" requirement, will examine the program, including how it's evolved, what students should get from the courses, and the program's future.
"Experiencing Diversity at Temple: Studying Race" will also include a one-hour panel discussion addressing the question of what students should be gaining from the everyday experience of ethnic/racial diversity at Temple. The event takes place from 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6, at Kiva Auditorium, in the Ritter Hall Annex, 13th St. and Cecil B. Moore Ave. It will be from 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6, at Kiva Auditorium, in the Ritter Hall Annex, 13th St. and Cecil B. Moore Ave. It will be broadcast live from 10 a.m.-noon on WHYY's (91 FM) "Radio Times." Host Marty Moss-Coane will serve as moderator. For more information, contact the Office of News and Media Relations, 215-204-7476.
QUALITY OF PLAY IS X-FACTOR FOR NEW LEAGUE -- On sides kicks meet flying drop kicks with the debut of the XFL this Saturday. While some worry that the XFL is a reflection of the increasingly violent nature of our society, others aren't so sure it's a cause for alarm. "This certainly doesn't mark the end of civilization as we know it," says Temple sports psychologist Michael Sachs. "While it does sound like it could be more violent than the NFL, you have to wonder whether they'll be able to keep WWF fans interested without all the story lines and plots of pro wrestling." Sachs predicts initially high ratings as people tune in out of curiosity, but says curiosity won't be enough to sustain long-term ratings. "Football fans really treasure the game and they're not going to tune in unless it's good football." Reach Dr. Sachs through the Office of News and Media Relations.
RATING THE PRESIDENTIAL PERSONALITY -- In Bill Clinton the nation had a president who reflected the national personality. How does George W. Bush fare? "Clinton is closer to the American character than either Bush or Gore," says Temple psychologist Frank Farley, who developed the term Type T personality, meaning thrill-seeking. America, says Farley, has always been a nation of T-types, who exhibit exceptionally strong qualities of creativity, inventiveness, risk-taking and adventurousness. His dalliances (T-negative qualities) aside, Clinton's personality "seemed to be more in tune with the risk-taking side of America."
Still, Bush, born into privilege and the son of a president, isn't doing too badly thus far in reflecting the national psyche, says Farley. "Bush doesn't seem to be an uptight automaton and that will help his presidency. He has a common touch with an uncommon background. And, to his credit, there is a kind of openness and friendliness to him. You can't underestimate the importance of a president's personality."
Reach Dr. Farley at his office, 215-204-6024, or through the Office of News & Media Relations. Cheryl Afonso Temple University Office of News and Media Relations 215.204.7476 [email protected]
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