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2024 Open Educator of the Year
Gabrielle Stecher, Ph.D., was named the 2024 Open Educator of the Year. This honor is awarded annually to an IU Bloomington faculty member for their outstanding contributions to open education, measured by the resulting cost savings for students and the broader educational influence.
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Eclipse Mythology
Before eclipses were the focus of scientific studies and celebratory watch parties, they were the subject of mythological stories that often involved celestial creatures trying to swallow the sun — and never succeeding. In this story from IU Today Moira Marsh, librarian for folklore, anthropology, and sociology, explains eclipse stories from several cultures.
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Throwback 1971: 18-year-olds get the vote
The “Your Right to Vote” exhibition at the Herman B Wells Library displays documents illustrating the grassroots struggle for the passing of the 26th Amendment, along with a student-designed, six-foot tall poster. Along with the documents, leaflets, and memorabilia on display, the exhibition presents video interviews with some of the people who made the 18-year-old vote happen.