Rebooting the Future: Recent Comments

Comment on Debating Mark Taylor's "End the University as We Know It"

Clint Johnson — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:49:53 GMT

"I think Taylor is spot-on in terms of restructuring the curriculum— particularly as it relates to more integration and less disciplinary “silos.”

I agree. A networked system of departments, oriented toward problems, could be a welcome change for the university structure. I believe it's an idea worth exploring.

His other proposals? Not so much.

I wrote an essay-style reaction here, if you're interested in a more political/economic take:
http://www.whyweworry.com/blog/2009/06/25/restructuring-humanities/

Comment on Rethinking Higher Ed Sustainability in Tough Times

Chuck Brickman — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 19:07:37 GMT

We would like to work with colleges and Universities across the country to recycle their mattresses and become more sustainable.
www.ohiomattressrecovery.com

Comment on Greenwashing on the Rivera

PPrice — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:50:08 GMT

Interesting POV...I really liked this bit:
"For some reason, what looks to me like commitment, passion, and civic engagement -- evidence that the European public takes the matters of sustainability and climate change very seriously -- is portrayed in Pfanner's article as apathy and a loss of public interest in environmentalism."

Well said.

Comment on Amory Lovins on "The Charlie Rose Show"

Peter — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:44:36 GMT

Welcome aboard Adoptic, Jake. It's a pretty cool concept. Any insights you might have to share about the French nuclear industry would be much appreciated!

Comment on Amory Lovins on "The Charlie Rose Show"

Jake de Grazia — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:33:45 GMT

I just jumped into the Adoptic community, and this was the first post that caught my attention. I wasn't disappointed at all. Dr. Lovins is as thoughtful as they come. Thanks for the video.