“Where Stories Take Us”: Establishing a Deeper Connection with Public Policy
On the evening of Wednesday, November 28, 2012, G. Wayne Miller of the Providence Journal spoke at the Pell Center
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Tracing the Origins of the “Fiscal Cliff”
Shortly after the re-election of President Barack Obama, there was an immediate and pressing concern to address the termination of
Read MoreAncient Behaviors in Modern Day: Honor Killings Still Dominate Patriarchal Societies
Fifteen year old, Anusha became one of 943 reported honor killings that happen in Pakistan each year. Her family killed
Read More“Poverty and Development” Visualizes a Fairer Economy by Transitioning the Informal Sector
On Thursday, November 8, 2012, the Pell Center hosted a lecture given by Karen Tramontano, the founder and President of
Read MorePresidential Election 2012: Obama Re-elected (Op-Ed)
Last night and early this morning, it was clear America had spoken. President Barack Obama was re-elected for a second
Read MoreVisualizing the Electoral College
The American election day routine, go to work, get in line to vote, cast your ballot, and then spend the
Read MoreThe Last Stand: A Final Look at the Polls Before Election Day 2012 (Op-Ed)
A summary of this morning’s polls on The New York Times, The Washington Post and Real Clear Politics: an edge
Read MoreEPA Grant Encourages Students to Develop Green Technology
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently accepting applications for Phase I of the “P3” Grant Competition, which
Read MoreAuthor James Carroll on Rhode Island’s and America’s Moral Charter
On Thursday October 18, 2012, Boston Globe columnist and author James Carroll spoke at the kick-off a multi-day planning session
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