Tag: education

We don’t need more school days, just better days

From the Lawton Constitution By James Finck, Ph.D. Jan 27, 2026 I’m sure you’ve heard the definition of insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. That’s exactly what came to mind when I heard that Oklahoma is considering extending the school year by up to two weeks. I … Continue reading We don’t need more school days, just better days →

Understanding Associated Risks in an Era of Protest

From the Southwest Ledger By James Finck, Ph.d. , January 27, 2026 I remember attending a training session in college that included a presentation on sexual assault. At one point, the speaker advised women to be cautious about accepting drinks or drinking too much at parties. Some female students became upset and asked why women … Continue reading Understanding Associated Risks in an Era of Protest →

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 →

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 →