Sweet Reads is a casual book club that got its start among History students who wanted to unwind from college responsibilities with fun conversation and sugary snacks. We choose topics that interest us personally while pushing us to learn something new.
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Professor Carlotta Lively's Pacific Islander class projects.
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History's Mysteries is a podcast project for Professor Rebekah Richardson's class of the same name. Each episode highlights a separate historical mystery as told by a group of NKU undergraduates in a panel discussion.
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Welcome to Tactically Acquired Our goal is to document military connected living history in a fun and easy environment. We will capture the stories of our active duty, guard, reservists, veterans, ROTC and their families. Sharing their stories, adventures, and journeys across the military life cycle. The podcast is for anyone interested in joining the military, has been a part of the military, or who wishes to learn more about military life. In addition, we want to bridge the growing militar ...
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This podcast is of the oral history of Doug Rachford, Vietnam veteran and Donovan scholar at Northern Kentucky University. Mr. Rachford gave this oral history with friends Anh Hua and Trinity Eagles, sitting with his wife Megan at the History Departments podcast room on the fourth floor of Landrum Hall at NKU (with professor Kevin Eagles).
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They Call Us The Flying Circus: Two West Virginians In The Great War
Michael Coker with LaRon Jones, Ethan Powels, and Professor Kevin Eagles
The Great War, World War I, changed the lives of millions in the U.S. Michael Coker, a Master’s in Public History student at NKU University recently discovered a trove of letters written by Cecil “Zeke” Gabriel and Louise Marsh during this period. Coker is working and annotating these documents, dating primarily from 1917-1919. This correspondence provides an intimate window into the lives of two West Virginians separated by a conflict which forever altered the course of history. Zeke became ...
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Ann Thompson reports on the latest trends in technology and their effects on medicine, safety, the environment or entertainment.
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Join Ben, Wyatt, and Sam as they discuss Cargo Cults in the Pacific Islands.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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Join Emmanuel, Alex, Logan, and Eli as they discuss how sports became prevalent in the Pacific World.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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Join Tommy, Yuki, Hope, and Hannah as they discuss myths and legends born in New Zealand and how they are prevalent in New Zealand's culture today.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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Join Alex, Britton, Maya, and Lucy as they discuss Oceania. Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auBy Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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Impacts Of International Relations On The pacific Islands
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Join as we explore the American and European impacts on the Pacific Islands throughout history and what it's like today. Music by Scott Buckley – www.scottbuckley.com.auBy Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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Join in on the conversation regarding the Coast Watchers Of The Pacific.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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Join Luke , Jacob, Rickey, and Avery as they explore the Nuclear Pacific.By Professors Lively and Eagles with NKU students
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired Rusty and Kevin discuss the importance of memorializing veteran history and finish the oral history of his father, Master Chief Tom "Doc" Eagles who was a 30 year combat veteran, Marine Corpsman, and Catholic monk. Please join us as we listen to the original oral history with "Doc" Eagles and his wife Karin fr…
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we finally get to hear our producer Professor Kevin Eagles as he discusses the second part (of three) of the oral history of his father, Master Chief Tom "Doc" Eagles who was a 30 year combat veteran, Marine Corpsman, and Catholic monk. Please join us as we listen to the original oral history with "Doc" Eagles…
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Donovan scholar and Vietnam war veteran Doug Rachford sits down with his wife Megan, students Anh Hua, Trinity Eagles, and professor Kevin Eagles to give an oral history of his unique experiences in Vietnam and his return home.By Kevin Eagles
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we finally get to hear our producer Professor Kevin Eagles as he discusses an oral history of his father, Master Chief Tom "Doc" Eagles who was a 30 year combat veteran, Marine Corpsman, and Catholic monk. Please join us as we listen to the original oral history with "Doc" Eagles and his wife Karin from Octobe…
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Paul & Patti Fellinger - Vietnam Veteran Episode
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we partnered with People Working Cooperatively on their special episodes called “Welcome Home: Thanking Our Vietnam Veterans” aired on Waycross Community Media. This is the second of four shows we will share as released documenting several Vietnam Veteran living histories. Please join us as we sit down with Pa…
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we sat down with Army Reserves Veteran and NKU Student Carolyn Downing. Carolyn is also graduating this semester, and is heading to Officer Candidate School (OCS) for the Marine Corp in just a few weeks. She shared many great tips and tools for student soldiers, and the process of OCS. She also discussed the d…
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Richard Bevington - Vietnam Veteran Episode
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we partnered with People Working Cooperatively on their special episodes called “Welcome Home: Thanking Our Vietnam Veterans” aired on Waycross Community Media. This is one of four shows we will share as released documenting several Vietnam Veteran living histories. Please join us as we sit down with Army Rang…
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Will Vestring - A Living History - Part 2
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we continue our conversation with Army Veteran and NKU student William Vestring. Join us as Will shares vulnerable details of his addiction and how he prevails and excels in this new chapter of his life. We go over in detail his unique educational experiences using Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment b…
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Will Vestring - A Living History - Part 1
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we start our conversation with Army Veteran and NKU student William Vestring. Join us as we discuss his journey, being stationed in Korea, being a veteran and using Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment benefits. He also shares his tips and tools on transition and college. On episode two – next week, Wil…
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A German church even enabled an avatar to deliver the message. Other churches have utilized ChatGPT to write sermons.By Ann Thompson
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Jessica Young - A Living History - Part 2
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we continue our conversations with Army Veteran, Army Spouse and NKU student Jessica Young. Join us as we discuss her journey, her experiences in Korea, being a veteran and spouse, her Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment benefits. She also shares her tips and tools on transition and college. Tactically…
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Sustainability is taking off with NASA and GE Aerospace partnership
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Hybrid electric and sustainable fuel are just a few programs the partnership has taken on.By Ann Thompson
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran, Army Spouse and NKU student Jessica Young. Join us as we discuss her journey, her experiences in Korea, being a veteran and spouse, her Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment benefits. She also shares her tips and tools on transition and college. Tactically Acquired is grateful to be…
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A device the size of a cell phone could help make a sky full of flying cars, drones and planes safer
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As the skies become more crowded, a device developed by a Cincinnati-based company could eventually keep the people flying in them safer.By Ann Thompson
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Suburban Dayton police are using a network of public and private cameras to solve crimes
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The ACLU of Ohio has concerns about how the program works.By Ann Thompson
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran and NKU alum Ian Kirst. Join us as we discuss his journey, how he got into, the joint forces school and his mission as an EOD officer in the Army. He also shares his transition success tips. Tactically Acquired is grateful to now be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more …
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Dayton doctors successfully separated conjoined twins. A local tissue bank played a key role
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Solvita, formerly the Community Blood Center, harvested donated skull and hip bones and made it flexible to cover the boys heads.By Ann Thompson
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran and NKU alum Ian Kirst. Join us as we discuss his journey, how he got into, the joint forces school and his mission as an EOD officer in the Army. He also shares his transition success tips. Tactically Acquired is grateful to now be sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more …
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On this episode of Tactically Acquired we have Army Veteran and NKU staff member Chelsea Benton. Join us as we discuss her journey, how she balanced school with being a soldier in the KY Army National Guard, how she ended up at NKU and other success tips. Sponsored by the Kentucky Army National Guard learn more at: by contacting: jason.a.moertle.mi…
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'This will be among the coolest summers for anyone born this year,' climate expert says
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Could places like Cincinnati be refuge?By Ann Thompson
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A Newport lab can determine which vitamins and minerals can help chronic pain sufferers
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The Foundation Pain Index, developed by Ethos Labs, uncovers the biochemical origins of pain.By Ann Thompson
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The Republic of Georgia wants to fight cybercrime. It's partnered with NKU to do it
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The Georgian government has sanctioned a cybersecurity master's degree program between St. Andrews Georgian University and Northern Kentucky UniversityBy Ann Thompson
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Bees make some very smart decisions. Their brains are now a model for AI
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Their fast and accurate decisions, like deciding which flowers to visit for nectar, could aid robots and self-driving vehicles.By Ann Thompson
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On this special summer episode of Tactically Acquired I met up with three of the Kentucky Veteran’s Club leadership team (Cory Bowling (USMC & KY Army National Guard), Thomas “Doc” Rierdon (US Navy) & Kyle Wade (USMC & NKU Alumni)), to learn its and their history, their service transition and all they accomplish for our military, veterans, first re…
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Ohio looks to increase the number of self-driving trucks on the roads. Next up: I-70
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The state is already testing self-driving vans in Southeast Ohio and partnering with East Logistics to deliver goods with automated trucks on interstates.By Ann Thompson
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These Cincinnati State graduates may soon develop the next food craze
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The chef-scientists are among the first to graduate with Cincinnati State's new Bachelor of Applied Science in Culinary and Food Science.By Ann Thompson
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On this special summer episode of Tactically Acquired I sat down with retired NKU Director of Disability Services (now the Office of Student Accessibility) Mr. Dale Adams, to learn its history at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) and the work he completed to make the campus more accessible for everyone. Also, he discusses some of the challenges, t…
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Issa Rae is the keynote for this year's Black Tech Week. Here's what else to expect
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Beginning Tuesday, 3,000 entrepreneurs and investors will be in Cincinnati with hopes of increasing the number of African Americans in the tech sector.By Ann Thompson
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Journalism in the age of AI: How media companies are putting computers to use
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AI can sort through information quickly, translate and personalize data, but it can also cause news stories to be rife with errors.By Ann Thompson
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NASA Mars Habitat latest to use P&G's special space detergent
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Tide Infinity has already been tested in bottle form and as a stain removal pen on the International Space Station.By Ann Thompson
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