The James Scholars' Podium
This page has been created to provide a forum for ACES James Scholars to exchange ideas, learn about contemporary scientific research, and share their enthusiasm for reading and writing. James Scholars, faculty, and staff in the College of ACES are encouraged to submit essays, poems, and reviews for inclusion on this page. Please submit all materials to the Honors Secretary, Rob Chappell, for consideration. All ACES James Scholars whose submissions are accepted for publication on this page will be invited to become members of the ACES James Scholar Media Team.
THE MUMFORD SCRIPTORIUM
James-Scholarly Perspectives on ACES-Related Issues
This section of the Podium page is devoted to sharing ACES James Scholars' writings on contemporary issues related to the agricultural, consumer, and environmental sciences. Original poetry dealing with agricultural and environmental subjects is also welcome!
- Let Your Vote Be Your Voice (PDF) -- ACES James Scholar Karlie Elliott Encourages Students to Vote
- Man's Tilting of the Ecological Balance (PDF) -- By Kim Wangen (ACES James Scholar Class of 2009)
THE CUTTING EDGE: Scientific Ideas and Opnions in the Spotlight
This section of the Podium page encourages James Scholars to learn about fascinating discoveries and current debates in the larger world of scientific research. Here is an opportunity to see how science really works through theorizing, experimentation, and self-correction -- and to learn about the impact that scientific research has on every aspect of our civilization.
- Underwater "Ruins" of Yonaguni -- Exploirng a Possible Megalithic Site off the Westernmost Island of Japan
- American Heart Association -- Applying Recent Biomedical Research to Improve Cardiovascular Health
- Orangutans and Human Origins -- Examining a Current Debate in the Paleoanthropological Community
- A Dark Chocolate a Day Keeps the Doctor Away -- Learn about the Health Benefits of This Tasty Treat!
- Council for Biotechnology Information -- Perspectives on the Latest Developments in This Burgeoning Field of Study
An orange-and-blue sunset adorns the sky above the University of Illinois' Memorial Stadium during a football game in September 2006. (Photo Credit: Jessica Anderson, ACES James Scholar Class of 2008.)