Write a reaction to Duneier’s talk.
The Psychology of Self Motivation, Scott Geller, TEDxVT
Describe an instance when you have been a success seeker, and a failure avoider. How and why were those experiences different.?
The Discipline of Finishing by Conor Neill, TEDx Universidad Navarra
Who would you bet on? We do not need to know the name of the person, but instead, share why you would bet on that particular person. Explain the traits, characteristics, personality, actions that lead you to choose that person.
Dr. Dan Price, Associate Clinical Professor, Honors College-February 22
Dr. Price spoke of responsive engagement. What does that concept mean to you and what role and responsibility if any, do you think the University of Houston has to the surrounding community? Explain your answer.
Donald Downs, Professor Emeritus, University of Wisconsin, Madison-February 14
Professor Downs spoke about our first amendment rights to free speech. There have been news stories recently questioning the right of colleges and universities to invite or prohibit controversial speakers to campus. What are your thoughts? Downs seems to think they should be able to speak on campus. Do you agree or disagree? Explain your answer.
Judge Richard Walton, Immigration Judge, U.S. Department of Justice-February 7
Judge Walton asked What does it mean to be American? I am not sure if anyone came up with the right answer, or if there is a right answer. What do you think? What are the defining characteristics that make Americans, Americans. Explain.
Linda Broocks, Documentary Film Maker and Partner, Kean Miller, LLP-January 31
Attorney Broocks shared riveting stories about the death penalty from the perspective of the mothers of inmates on death row. Please react to her documentary film, Mother’s Day.
Alexander Duff, Assistant Professor, Political Theory, University of North TX
Professor Duff lectured on political speech, power and justice. Apply aspects of his talk to today’s political environment.
Bruce Broussard, President and CEO, Humana Inc.-November 15
Have purpose. Have principles. Have priorities. Mr. Broussard shared with us how these guiding principles dictate his behavior, his decision making and his leadership. For him his purpose is based on his passion, his principles are based on a sense of servitude and his priorities focus on how he spends his time. Discuss his and/or your purpose, principles and priorities.
Mary M. Dahdouh, Attorney Fellow, International Refugee Assistance Project-November 8
Attorney Dahdouh’s talk offered us interesting insight into the refugee crisis around the world. Share what you learned from her talk, either about the role of the U.S., the situation on the U.S. southern border, or another aspect of her talk.
Grand Challenges Forum 