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Claims That Kamala Harris Is Ineligible to Be President Are False

Mary Brigid McManamon, emerita professor at Delaware Law School, offers commentary in this article disputing claims that Kamala Harris is ineligible to run for president. McManamon helps to clarify that Harris is a natural-born U.S. citizen.

Knownwell

Using AI to Solve Your Commercial Intelligence Problem

Provost Andrew Workman is a featured guest on this episode of the Knownwell podcast to discuss the changing tides of artificial intelligence and how Widener is embracing AI technology. The segment featuring Workman begins at 17:10.

Business Insider

The classic psychological phenomenon behind Trump supporters' fake ear bandages

Angie Corbo, chair of communication studies, shares her insight for this article examining the psychology behind supporters of former President Trump wearing bandages on their ears as a show of solidarity following his injury. Corbo explains that these actions can help supporters feel a closer, more personal relationship with Trump.

Psychology Today

When Humor Hurts: The Ethics of Joking and Comedy

This article discusses the ethics and morality of humor and includes comments and work published by Assistant Professor of Philosophy Thomas Wilk. The author references works and conference discussions by Wilk, and discusses his new book "In on the Joke: The Ethics of Humor and Comedy" published with co-author Steven Gimbel of Gettysburg College.

Psychology Today

The Cheater’s Guide to Meditating: Keep It Brief

Mariah Schug, chair of gender, women's and sexuality studies, authored this piece discussing how some people struggle to focus during meditation and ways to remedy that.

The Washington Post

The Checkup With Dr. Wen: How everyone can experience the magic of forest bathing

Mariah Schug, associate professor and chair of the gender, women's and sexuality studies program, is quoted in this article that examines the field of forest medicine and the practice of forest bathing. Schug offers advice on how individuals can benefit from this practice even with limited access to the outdoors.

NBC Select

What to buy (and skip) during Prime Day 2024

Ross Steinman, professor of psychology, gives insight into the upcoming Amazon Prime Day sale happening July 16-17. Steinman shares what product categories could help consumers score the best deals.
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