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CETconnect - Proud PartnersAbout the University of CincinnatiSince its founding in 1819, the University of Cincinnati (UC) has been the source of many discoveries creating positive change for society. Each year, this urban, public, research university graduates 5,000 students, adding to more than 200,000 living alumni around the world. Kevin Grace, author of Cincinnati BoxingKevin Grace, author of Cincinnati Boxing, shares details of the history of this sport in our city. Did you know the first heaving boxing tournament with gloves was fought in Cincinnati? Cincinnati has been the home of several notable boxers including the renowned boxers Ezzard Charles, Aaron Pryor and more than one Cincinnati Kid. John Hancock on Digitally Reconstructing Historic SitesJohn Hancock, Co-founder and Director of CERHAS, The Center for Electronic Reconstruction of Historical Archaeological Sites explains the process used to recreate historic sites that no longer exist. University of Cincinnati ArchitecturePhotographer Robert Flischel and University of Cincinnati Archivist talk with Jonathan Silver about their newly published book The University of Cincinnati/Architectural Transformation: Tradition and Innovation. The book chronicles UC's classical and art deco gems as well as its internationally acclaimed modern architecture through beautiful photographs and the interesting stories behind the buildings. This three-year project celebrates the heritage of Cincinnati architecture with Samuel Hannaford and the creativity of Peter Eisenman, Frank Gehry and Michael Graves. The UC Parent's Association and the Alumni Association are cosponsoring sales of the book, with proceeds earmarked to support the UC General Scholarship Fund. BBTB-Gina Ruffin MooreAuthor Gina Ruffin Moore shares photos and the history of African Americans from her book, Cincinnati, part of Arcadia Publishing's Black America Series. Donald and Marian Spencer join Gina to share their personal memories and moderate the panel in this presentation at the 2007 Books By the Banks festival. Emi and the Rhino ScientistLearn how the Cincinnati Zoo successfully bred a Sumatran Rhino as author Mary Kay Carson and photographer Tom Uhlman discuss the making of their latest book, Emi and Rhino Scientist. This panel discussion from the 2007 Books By the Banks Festival was moderated, by Dr. Monica Stoops, a rhino scientist. Dr. Stoops shares information on the types of rhinos. The Settling and Unsettling of the Ohio ValleyAuthors Robert Morgan (Boone, Gap Creek), Dark Rain Thom (Warrior Woman), and James Alexander Thom (Follow the River, Panther in the Sky) discuss how the coming of white people to the Ohio Valley was an integral turning point in the history of the whites and the Native Americans. This panel discussion was part of 2007 Books By the Banks. The World According to the 4 B'sAuthors Brennan Pearl, Jr (Half Married, Half Separated, and Half Crazy), Brian Groh (Summer People), Brian Leung (Lost Men), and Brock Clarke (The Arsonists Guide to Writers' Homes in New England) talk about how they got started as writers, their sources of inspiration, and their writing processes at this panel discussion from 2007 Books By The Banks festival. The Whimsical World of Beverly BillingslyAuthor Alexander Stadler (Beverly Billingsly Takes the Cake) shares the story of how he got started as a writer, how his career has developed, and how he created the character and style of his Beverly Billingsly children's series. BBTB-Mary Jo's Cuisine and Amy's TableCookbook authors Mary Jo McMillin (Mary Jo's Cuisine) and Amy Tobin (Amy's Table) talk about their passion for food, the process of developing recipes and writing a cookbook. This panel discussion was part of the 2007 Books By the Banks Festival. Science Fiction author Tobias BuckellScience Fiction writer Tobias Buckell, author of Ragamuffin talks about his inspiration for writing his novels. Tobias explains how he got interested in blogging and why he feels it is a great outlet for his writing. Cooking Up a Good RomanceRomance writers Diane Castell, Rosemary Laurey, Lori Foster, and LuAnn McClain lead an entertaining and energetic panel discussion at the 2007 Books by the Banks Festival. What is your life like when you are a busy author? What lessons have they learned that they can share with aspiring writers? Where do they get ideas for characters? How did they get started? The authors also share information about the collaborations they do as fund raisers for causes dear to them. Suspense, Romance, ObsessionBestselling author Karen Robards answers questions about how she got started and her writing process. Karen shares a sneak peek at the prologue for the book she was working on during down time during the Books By the Banks Festival. Books By The Banks is an annual book festival organized by CET, The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, Cincinnati Magazine, The Mercantile Libary, University of Cincinnati Libraries, and Borders. 2006 Greater Cincinnati Outstanding Mathematics and Science TeachersOutstanding math and science teachers from around Greater Cincinnati were honored at a ceremony in March. A View of White Water: Virtual White Water Shaker VillageA View of White Water: Virtual White Water Shaker Village is a prototype program which presents a small part of a Shaker village established in the 19th Century along the White Water River in Ohio. Created by CERHAS for the Friends of White Water Shaker Village. Art 21: Graphic Storytelling with David MackIn CETconnect's Arts & Culture: a discussion about graphic storytelling in Contemporary Art based on the PBS Art:21 series. Art:21 - Arenas: A Conversation with Anthony LuensmanA discussion about arenas in Contemporary Art based on the PBS Art:21 series. Art:21 - Border Crossing in Contemporary ArtExplore mixing cultural images in contemporary art based on the PBS series Art:21. Art:21 - Challenging StereotypesDiscussion about stereotypes in Contemporary Art based on the PBS Art:21 series. Career Corner - Elissa SonnenbergUniveristy of Cincinnati Journalism Professor, Elissa Sonnenberg, dicusses her history as journalist. CET Arts AcademyEducator Heather Jones, talks about what she has learned in June at the CET Arts Academy: how to integrate the arts across the curriculum to enhance learning in any subject area. CommuniversityDonna Burns, Director of the University of Cincinnati's Communiversity, explains that the program's community classes offer a variety of lifelong learning opportunities for adults. First Book - Putting Books in the Hands of Kids Who Can't Afford ThemDonna Burns and Jessica Smith talk about the Cincinnati First Book Local Advisory Board and the U.C. Med Mentors Program -- a program that puts books in the hands of children from low-income homes.. John HancockThis week in History & Science: John Hancock, co-founder of CERHAS Center for Electronic Reconstruction of Historic Archaeological Sites, explains the center's work. CERHAS' electonic reconstructions are a melding of history and science that bring ancient sites such as Fort Ancient to life. Overview of Books by the BanksBooks by the Banks brings authors and readers together. Profiles in CourageBrian Frazier, Rodney E. Jackson, Holly Sowels-Jenkins, Teresa Nared and Lamont Taylor are named the 2007 Fifth Third Bank Profiles in Courage Awards recipients. Pulitzer winner Klibanoff and The Race BeatHistory & Science at CETconnect welcomes journalist Hank Klibanoff, author of the Pulitzer Prize winning book The Race Beat. He discusses the role of the press during the Civil Rights Movement. Race Beat - Marian SpencerLifelong Learning welcomes political activist Marian Spencer, who talks about her early life and education. She highlights how the media affected her as she was growing up in Ohio. Southwest Ohio Secondary Teaching AcademyMaking math a fun summer experience! The Changing Face of MedicineDr. Jane Henney talks about the history of women in the medical field. Video Math GameMeet Dr. Zydney, developer of educational math video games Write Now, Ohio: Rick SowashAuthor and Historian Rick Sowash weaves tales and talks to students in grades 4-8 about writing and being a writer. |
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