Author Archives: Victoria Hightower
What is Going Right?
Victoria Hightower is an associate professor of history. The middle of October is a terrible time to reflect on teaching. For many professors, there is a moment at mid-semester when…
Teaching Reflections: Dr. Victoria Hightower
Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of blog posts in which teaching award winners will share their experiences, philosophies, and techniques. Dr. Victoria Hightower is an associate…
Gender: An Unrecognized Part of Life
For many people, the words “Gender Studies” conjures images of women burning their bras and/or oppressing others under the guise of liberation. If not outright terror and images of pitchforks,…