To further "flesh out" Is Reality Secular? Testing the Assumptions of Four Global Worldviews? (InterVarsity Press, 2014), I asked Mary Poplin, PhD, Professor of Education, School of Educational Studies, Claremont Graduate University, to offer a follow-up series focused upon practical illustrations, stories, and resources. This is the "teaser" which includes a call to join the Emerging Scholars Network (ESN) in refining our resource material over the course of the coming academic term. Mary Poplin: Many … [Read more...] about Engaging Students in the Subject of Truth
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Resources for Postdocs: Follow-up to “Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences”
As I think about my journey through graduate school and the crazy world of postdoc-dom (postdoc-ship?), a few things keep coming to mind. These verses from Ephesians 3 (ESV, emphases mine) have been such an encouragement, and are my prayer for those of you who are beginning or in the midst of your postdoc journey. Prayer for Spiritual Strength 14For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, 16that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you … [Read more...] about Resources for Postdocs: Follow-up to “Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences”
Will You Partner with ESN?
This year has been a time of transition for the Emerging Scholars Network, and one more transition —the end of our fiscal year —is approaching soon. InterVarsity's fiscal year wraps up at the end of this month, and we'd like you to consider partnering with ESN with a financial contribution between now and June 30. As you probably know, ESN encourages and equips the next generation of Christian scholars. How do we do this? Mentoring: We help connect younger scholars with those who have gone before them. We also … [Read more...] about Will You Partner with ESN?
Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Identifying the Right Position
Kelly Seaton continues her series on finding a postdoc in the sciences. Previously: One Postdoc's Journey, Where Should I Begin? Once you have decided to pursue a postdoc position and have a reasonable idea what you would like to study or where you want to live, the next step is to find a position that is a good fit for you. In this post I will give a few suggestions on what to think about in terms of a “postdoc friendly” lab and how to start looking for specific positions. Looking for places that are “postdoc … [Read more...] about Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Identifying the Right Position
Warranted Christian Belief and CCEL
The Christian Classics Ethereal Library is an incredible resource for theological and devotional classics. It specializes in free or low-cost public domain books. For example, don't have $300 to plunk down for an entire edition of the Ante-Nicene, Nicene, and Post-Nicene Fathers? Download them from CCEL. Today, I received notice that CCEL has obtained permission to publish Alvin Plantinga's Warranted Christian Belief (Oxford, 2000). Here's CCEL's description of this highly regarded book: Warranted Christian … [Read more...] about Warranted Christian Belief and CCEL