Documents tagged "School"
Found 59 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029102.txt
The document is an application letter for Harvard Business School's MBA program from an Italian applicant who aspires to contribute positively at the institution and continue in their family's entrepreneurial journey with Technogym, a company founded by their father. The applicant shares three stories that characterise them: one about family, another about dedication to wellness, and finally, about leadership.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028939.txt
Lawrence Krauss is a professor at Arizona State University and director of the Origins Project, which focuses on science and society. In this email exchange with Jeffrey E., they discuss their opinions about religion's impact on people's lives and the dangers of fanaticism in both religious and secular contexts. They also talk about the importance of responding to irrational beliefs with argument and evidence rather than ridicule or disrespect for the individuals who hold those beliefs.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028936.txt
The email is from Lawrence Krauss, a professor at Arizona State University, who forwarded an article to Jeffrey E. The original sender of the article was Noam Chomsky. In their conversation, they discussed the topic of ridiculing ideas and agreed that it can be a valuable method for exposing inconsistencies or contravening evidence. They also mentioned nationalist fanaticism as being more dangerous than other forms of dogma.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028933.txt
In this email chain, Lawrence Krauss, director of the Origins Project at ASU, responds to an article about religion with skepticism, stating that while he doesn't believe in astrology or religious dogma, it is important to treat people who do hold such beliefs with respect and respond to them with evidence. Noam Chomsky and Jeffrey E. also weigh in on the discussion, expressing agreement with Krauss's stance.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026745.txt
The email discusses a unique program for young women called BBB and mentions notable participants such as a minister, an ambassador, and a917 professor. The sender is thanking the recipient for giving BBB another chance and provides information about a money transaction involving the Swedish-American Life Science Summit. A beneficiary's name is given as "BBB AB" and details of the bank and its account number are also provided. It mentions that young girls in Sweden dream of joining BBB, which has developed into something worthwhile. The sender is going to be doing a famous Summer radio program in a few weeks and will discuss the program on air, along with their blind date long ago with Donald Trump. They also mention leaving for Stockholm School of Economics.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026565.txt
The article discusses a group of uniquely run public high schools called the Bard High School Early College schools located in New York City and Newark, NJ, which have received substantial backing from science investor Jeffrey Epstein. These schools are not charter schools but operate with the efficiency and success of one, focusing on academic records, writing and math assessments and an eagerness for ideas and learning. Unlike charter schools, they provide an entire high school curriculum in just two years and then two years of college level credits, resulting in a 95% rate of graduates moving on to four-year colleges. The schools have been cited as a public education role model by President Obama.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026049.txt
Lawrence Krauss discusses the melting of the West Antarctic ice sheet and its potential impact on sea levels. He mentions a proposal to capture CO2 from the atmosphere as a possible solution to climate change, though he notes that research in this area has so far been limited compared to oil and gas exploration. Jeffrey E. asks about changes at the South Pole and whether climate change can only be measured over long periods. Krauss also references Freeman Dyson's views on CO2 levels from millions of years ago.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025651.txt
The email discusses an article about religion and its role in people's lives. Lawrence Krauss mentions that Johnny Depp is a fan of the band Alice Cooper and Joe Perry. The discussion also mentions a film that features Johnny Depp as a guitar player. It appears that Jeffrey E. and Lawrence Krauss may have some mutual acquaintances, including someone who owns an island in the Bahamas.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025639.txt
The document is a conversation between Lawrence Krauss and Jeffrey E. regarding their plans to visit Johnny Depp in the Caribbean. Lawrence Krauss mentioned that he was working on his new book and attending a trip with Johnny Depp, while Jeffrey suggested inviting Depp to visit them when they are in the Caribbean. The focus of this document is on key people such as Lawrence Krauss and Johnny Depp, places like the Caribbean, and topics like their plans for visiting each other.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025636.txt
The document discusses Lawrence Krauss's conversation with a man about the Caribbean and islands, as well as his recent interactions with other individuals such as Johnny Depp and Noam Chomsky. It also mentions Krauss's opinions on religion and fanaticism, as well as his professional roles at Arizona State University, including being the Director of The Origins Project and a Foundation Professor in Earth and Space Exploration and Physics Department.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025537.txt
The email discusses a proposal for a poetry and science initiative that could begin immediately with funding of $500,000. The proposed course would combine the study of poetry with the study of science, environment, and the visual arts. Key people mentioned in the email include Lisa New, who is interested in supporting TV on a broad range of topics, and Jeffrey E., who is having a drink with the Dean of Ed School to explore this proposal among other topics. The initiative would include taped sessions from various experts such as Richard Dawkins, Walter Isaacson, David Mossberg, and David Malan.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024256.txt
The course "Internet & Society" is co-taught by Professor Jonathan Zittrain and Professor Joi Ito at Harvard Law School in Winter 2017. The class focuses on the technologies and politics of control in online architecture and activities, including topics such as copyright, cryptocurrency, private infrastructures for government surveillance, net neutrality, weaponized social, free vs. prope ... (truncated, total length: 31193 characters)
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023452.txt
The document describes an educational initiative by Harvard Graduate School of Education and other organizations that combines the study of poetry with science, environment, and visual arts. Key topics include the exploration of various natural landscapes like oceans, ponds, marshes, mountains, forests, and coral reefs. The initiative features a diverse range of experts including poets, economists, historians, conservationists, scientists, and educators from Harvard University. Notable locations included in the study are Cape Cod, Nantucket, Vermont, New York, Connecticut, Jamaica, Aspen, California, Papua New Guinea, and Harvard's Houghton Rare Book Library.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023435.txt
The Poetry in America program aims to provide online graduate-level professional development courses for middle and high school teachers who have never had the opportunity to advance their careers online. These courses will be designed to strengthen classroom practice while accumulating credits toward advanced degrees in education. The initiative will also produce classroom-ready video content that enables teachers to engage and educate students, meeting English Language Arts standards and providing professional development opportunities. The program is a collaboration between Elisa New and Programs in Professional Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, with courses such as Poetry of the City already in active development.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_022367.txt
Jack Grynberg is a highly educated professional with degrees in Petroleum Refining, Geophysical Engineering and an Honorary Degree from the Colorado School of Mines. He has extensive experience in the field of petroleum engineering, having held various roles at different companies, including serving as Chairman, President, and CEO for multiple organizations. Grynberg is a registered professional engineer in several states, with his expertise extending across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021425.txt
The document discusses an urgent inquiry from BuzzFeed News regarding allegations of sexual harassment against Lawrence Krauss. The sender suggests a strategy to respond to the accusations and emphasizes the importance of a concise cover letter for public distribution. They also mention correcting minor errors in the draft response before finalizing it.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021416.txt
The document is an email conversation between Lawrence Krauss and Jeffrey E. regarding a BuzzFeed News inquiry about allegations of sexual harassment. The main topic of the conversation revolves around how to respond to the allegations and what strategy to adopt. Key people mentioned in the document include Lawrence Krauss, Jeffrey E., and lawyers from BuzzFeed. The focus is on crafting a response that effectively addresses the claims made by the accusers while also considering possible legal implications.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021408.txt
The document is an email from Lawrence Krauss to Nancy Portland regarding an inquiry from BuzzFeed News about allegations of sexual harassment. Lawrence Krauss denies the accusations and states that he treats people with respect and works hard to support and mentor them. He also mentions his high public profile, which has led to more scrutiny and outside complaints than other faculty members receive.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_013796.txt
The document provides praise for the book "The 4-Hour Workweek" by Tim Ferriss. The book discusses alternative ways of working and living that allow people to have more time for personal pursuits, such as travel and hobbies. It includes quotes from various experts and figures in business and self-help fields who endorse the concepts presented in the book.