Laurence Hare
@jlaurencehare.bsky.social
Historian of modern Europe. Passionate about study abroad, global learning, and humanities education.
Snow day = lazy day
January 10, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Snow day = lazy day
I finally had a chance to read Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower over the holidays, and now apparently I’m watching the live action version on the evening news.
January 10, 2025 at 1:32 AM
I finally had a chance to read Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower over the holidays, and now apparently I’m watching the live action version on the evening news.
The headline in the New York Times called Jimmy Carter “Peacemaker.” I can’t imagine a more fitting and desirable epithet.
December 29, 2024 at 11:01 PM
The headline in the New York Times called Jimmy Carter “Peacemaker.” I can’t imagine a more fitting and desirable epithet.
It’s concerning enough that one man, unelected to any office, could shut down the government with a tweet. What’s even more frightening is that he unilaterally declared his viewpoint to be “vox populi,” the voice of the people.
December 20, 2024 at 3:45 PM
It’s concerning enough that one man, unelected to any office, could shut down the government with a tweet. What’s even more frightening is that he unilaterally declared his viewpoint to be “vox populi,” the voice of the people.
I pray for an end to the idolatry of guns.
December 17, 2024 at 2:02 PM
I pray for an end to the idolatry of guns.
This is a problem that extends across the humanities. In the global studies program I directed, only 25% of majors were male. And it’s well known that men do not study abroad as often. I’ve led programs with only one male in the group. Why are you young men avoiding these intellectual opportunities?
Opinion | The Disappearance of Literary Men Should Worry Everyone
What happens if half the population is no longer involved in reading and writing?
www.nytimes.com
December 8, 2024 at 1:37 PM
This is a problem that extends across the humanities. In the global studies program I directed, only 25% of majors were male. And it’s well known that men do not study abroad as often. I’ve led programs with only one male in the group. Why are you young men avoiding these intellectual opportunities?
I understand the righteous anger at health insurance companies, but when do we get to channel that rage into a proper movement for stronger public health care?
December 8, 2024 at 2:55 AM
I understand the righteous anger at health insurance companies, but when do we get to channel that rage into a proper movement for stronger public health care?
The EU has concluded negotiations with the Mercosur trading bloc in South America. This agreement creates the largest free trade zone in the world, involving 2 continents, more than 750 million people, and loads of consequences for the economy and the environment.
December 7, 2024 at 3:02 PM
The EU has concluded negotiations with the Mercosur trading bloc in South America. This agreement creates the largest free trade zone in the world, involving 2 continents, more than 750 million people, and loads of consequences for the economy and the environment.
South Korea and France are only the examples du jour of our wildly vacillating international politics. The reason, I think, has a lot to do with the fact that our problems are global but our mechanisms for change are local/regional.
December 4, 2024 at 1:59 PM
South Korea and France are only the examples du jour of our wildly vacillating international politics. The reason, I think, has a lot to do with the fact that our problems are global but our mechanisms for change are local/regional.
My colleague Alessandro Brogi wrote a wonderful tribute to UARK emeritus professor and fellow Germanist Dr. Evan Bukey, who passed away unexpectedly last week. Dr. Bukey was a renowned scholar of Austrian history under Nazi rule, and his fascination with the German past was always inspiring.
Remembering Evan Bukey, Professor of History
Evan Bukey, professor emeritus of the Department of History, a distinguished scholar, esteemed colleague, and dedicated mentor, passed away on Nov. 20, 2024. He was 84.
news.uark.edu
December 2, 2024 at 4:17 PM
My colleague Alessandro Brogi wrote a wonderful tribute to UARK emeritus professor and fellow Germanist Dr. Evan Bukey, who passed away unexpectedly last week. Dr. Bukey was a renowned scholar of Austrian history under Nazi rule, and his fascination with the German past was always inspiring.
Get ready for faux outrage followed by rank hypocrisy.
Joe Biden pardons his son Hunter
The president had promised not to pardon Hunter Biden, who was convicted of gun-related charges and had pleaded guilty in a tax case.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 2, 2024 at 12:44 AM
Get ready for faux outrage followed by rank hypocrisy.
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 28, 2024 at 6:09 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!
I hear “consulting” is gonna be the bribery of the 2020s.
Trump aide sought payments from job seekers, internal legal review found
Boris Epshteyn used his proximity to the president-elect to benefit himself, a Trump legal review found. He denies the allegation.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 26, 2024 at 12:58 PM
I hear “consulting” is gonna be the bribery of the 2020s.
I keep wondering how future historians will explain 2024. 1/2 of Americans said they voted for Trump because prices were too high, but two thirds think his policies will raise prices. How will they make it make sense?
Two-thirds of Americans think Trump tariffs will lead to higher prices, poll says
Exclusive: Harris poll raises questions about the popularity of one of Trump’s key economic policy platforms
www.theguardian.com
November 26, 2024 at 12:55 PM
I keep wondering how future historians will explain 2024. 1/2 of Americans said they voted for Trump because prices were too high, but two thirds think his policies will raise prices. How will they make it make sense?
A friendly reminder that liberal arts majors can support the most fulfilling careers.
Column | These are the most fulfilling jobs in America
When we looked at new data on which jobs give you the most pride or satisfaction, or serve the community best, one job took the top spot in every category.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 26, 2024 at 2:56 AM
A friendly reminder that liberal arts majors can support the most fulfilling careers.
A full schedule on Friday:
1. A meeting to develop ARSC offerings at the Rome Center;
2. Planning session for student success initiatives;”
3. A presentation to the School of Journalism on study abroad
4. A visit with a prospective student
5. Undergraduate Council
6. International Ed Week event
1. A meeting to develop ARSC offerings at the Rome Center;
2. Planning session for student success initiatives;”
3. A presentation to the School of Journalism on study abroad
4. A visit with a prospective student
5. Undergraduate Council
6. International Ed Week event
November 23, 2024 at 5:25 AM
A full schedule on Friday:
1. A meeting to develop ARSC offerings at the Rome Center;
2. Planning session for student success initiatives;”
3. A presentation to the School of Journalism on study abroad
4. A visit with a prospective student
5. Undergraduate Council
6. International Ed Week event
1. A meeting to develop ARSC offerings at the Rome Center;
2. Planning session for student success initiatives;”
3. A presentation to the School of Journalism on study abroad
4. A visit with a prospective student
5. Undergraduate Council
6. International Ed Week event
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A retired Air Force lieutenant general, Jay B. Silveria, will be the next president of the University of Arkansas System.
The UA System board has picked a new president. It's not Asa Hutchinson - Arkansas Times
A retired Air Force lieutenant general, Jay B. Silveria, will be the next president of the University of Arkansas System.
arktimes.com
November 18, 2024 at 5:06 PM
A retired Air Force lieutenant general, Jay B. Silveria, will be the next president of the University of Arkansas System.
Sending out good thoughts for my student, Hank Herzfeld, who has his Rhodes Scholarship interview today.
Two Students Named Finalists for World-Renowned Scholarships
Senior Hank Herzfeld was recently named a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship, while recent graduate, Isaac Hampton, has been named a finalist for the Schwarzman Scholarship.
news.uark.edu
November 15, 2024 at 3:49 PM
Sending out good thoughts for my student, Hank Herzfeld, who has his Rhodes Scholarship interview today.
The University of Arkansas is making great strides towards college affordability for Arkansas students.
U of A Announces $122.025 Million in Gifts Toward New Campaign
The U of A is embarking on a new fundraising campaign, the Land of Opportunity Scholarship, and $122 million is already pledged toward the $200 million goal.
news.uark.edu
November 13, 2024 at 3:58 PM
The University of Arkansas is making great strides towards college affordability for Arkansas students.
I’m on the Bluesky bandwagon!
November 13, 2024 at 2:31 AM
I’m on the Bluesky bandwagon!