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Stephen Puryear
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Lights! Camera! Analysis!
Comstock and Birkner discussed the thinkARGUMENTS online course and their research on its effectiveness as a tool for critical thinking.
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Jordan Birkner
Nov 6, 20243 min read
Targeting young voters came too little, too late for NC
Review of campaign strategies used by bipartisan candidates in the 2024 presidential election and their ultimate impact on N. Carolinians
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 30, 20242 min read
Extremophiles: Understanding creatures that live in impossible places
Robert Kelly discusses misconceptions about the microorganisms that live in extreme environments.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 18, 20243 min read
NC State needs to offer mental health resources to alumni
I always intended to continue my studies toward graduate school, but as I graduated last December, I knew I’d be taking at least 8 months...
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 12, 20243 min read
Reflection on First Venture as a Small Business
Jordan reflects on result of first independent venture as a business entity after setting up her LLC in consulting.
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Grace Turschak
Sep 2, 20243 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Hozier deserves a class more than Taylor Swift
Correspondent Grace Turschak argues against Jordan Birkner that Hozier deserves a class at NC State more than Taylor Swift.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 2, 20243 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Taylor Swift has made her place in history (class)
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues against Grace Turschak that there is no artist more deserving of a class than Taylor Swift, even Hozier.
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 25, 20231 min read
Abstract, Assessing the Impact of a Critical Thinking Course: Instrument Development
Review abstract for research presented at the 25th annual MARCUS conference.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 25, 20232 min read
Abstract, Assessing Effectiveness of the DSM-5 in Informing Biological Mechanisms
Review Jordan's visual presentation of her research observing the assessments and knowledge involved with psychological diagnostics.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 5, 20233 min read
NC State provides financial support and resources — if only we knew about them
Correspondent Jordan Birkner showcases useful resources NC State students can use to reduce costs to offset the weight of student loan debt.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 4, 20233 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Professors, keep your biases out of the classroom
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues against professors making their biases known to students.
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Jordan Birkner
Aug 20, 20233 min read
Stop trying to align yourself with like-minded people
Correspondent Jordan Birkner unpacks the importance and value of sharing spaces with people who think differently than you.
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Jordan Birkner
Jul 27, 20231 min read
Abstract, How We Evaluate Pilot Study
Author(s): Jordan Birkner Mentor(s): Gary Comstock Poster: 22 How We Evaluate (HWE) is a critical thinking course by Dr. Gary Comstock...
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Jordan Birkner
Jul 8, 20233 min read
Supreme Court Perspectives: Overturning affirmative action discounts impact of racial disparities
Explore the flaws with the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to do away with affirmative action in higher education.
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Jordan Birkner
Apr 26, 20231 min read
Poster, Revisions to Relias RBT Training
Review the presentation of Jordan's capstone research in "Biological Impacts on Neuropsychology".
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Rachelle Garbarine
Apr 18, 20233 min read
Triple Academic Success
NC State Senior Jordan Birkner is on a Path to Earning Three Bachelor’s Degrees.
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Jordan Birkner
Apr 3, 20234 min read
Mental Health Journeys: Positive change doesn’t rely on a diagnosis
Jordan Birkner narrates her mental health experience regarding ADHD and autism diagnoses.
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Jordan Birkner
Mar 7, 20233 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Assignments should be due at class time
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues that making assignments due at class time is more beneficial for students' health and wellbeing.
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Jordan Birkner
Feb 27, 20233 min read
Restructuring midterm exams should be prioritized for student wellbeing
Correspondent Jordan Birkner explains how the current midterm exam schedule is stressful for students and in need of a change.
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Jordan Birkner and Koen Rodabaugh
Feb 21, 20233 min read
Students suffering as University refuses to appropriately invest in expansion
In light of larger and larger freshman classes, Koen and Jordan delve into why the University must invest into health, education and more.
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