The Bible, the Classroom, and the Boundaries of Scholarly Evidence

From the Southwest Ledger As the story of a University of Oklahoma student receiving a zero on an assignment for citing the Bible has become a major national headline, I wanted to weigh in as both a Christian and a professor. Let me say upfront that I have not read the student’s response, seen the … Continue reading The Bible, the Classroom, and the Boundaries of Scholarly Evidence →

Big Beautiful Bill Part X

It’s a rainy Saturday afternoon so I took some time to read a bit more, I’m getting so close. Just waiting for some of my oldest friends to arrive for a visit. It turns out my friend Micky from Virgina actually lived in Chickasha as a kid. I can't wait to show him around. I … Continue reading Big Beautiful Bill Part X →

Evolving Graduation Ceremonies and Historic Commencement Speeches

From Southwest Ledger This weekend, I like thousands of others gathered for college graduations. This is a time of great joy. For myself I watched my oldest son walk across the stage at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma where I have taught for the past 13 years. Best graduation I have attended. … Continue reading Evolving Graduation Ceremonies and Historic Commencement Speeches →