As my time in academia draws to a close I feel myself pulled toward the religious news of the day and wanting, dearly desiring, to make some kind of comment, to poke fun, to share a laugh, to share thoughts. A friend once told me that maintaining a blog after graduation can serve as a good method of catharsis, a way to maintain whatever skills and insight you gain from your courses, a way of organizing your thoughts and keeping alive whatever spark sent you into your chosen field. This will... read more