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Conor Thomas

Humanities Communications Writer
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Teaching in the Time of Corona

By Conor Thomas
October 04, 2021 11:26 AM
Despite the many challenges caused by the quarantine, students and faculty have found unique and creative ways to engage in meaningful learning opportunities.
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Professor David Jensen Named Associate Chair of the Philosophy Department

By Conor Thomas
April 15, 2021 12:26 PM
The Department of Philosophy has named Professor David Jensen as associate chair to Professor David Laraway, the current chair of the department. Jensen served previously as the associate chair of the department with the last department chair as well. In this associate chair position, Jensen will assist Laraway in governing and administrative efforts of the department.
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The Chinese Flagship Program Builds Bridges Through Debate

By Conor Thomas
April 02, 2021 01:16 PM
Students taking the debate course learn important skills and cultural attitudes to prepare them for life abroad.
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English Reading Series Goes Online, Brings in Big Names

By Conor Thomas
March 23, 2021 11:23 PM
Despite the challenges of remote campus events, members of the English department feel that the English reading series event is now better than ever.
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Graduate Student Brings Innovative Ideas to Online Language Learning

By Conor Thomas
March 12, 2021 11:35 AM
Michael Peck leads out in bringing new learning opportunities to his Kekchi class.
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Philosophy Department Honors Former Professor with Writing Contest

By Conor Thomas
February 26, 2021 06:44 PM
BYU undergraduate students are encouraged to enter contest that pays tribute to David H. Yarn, a former chair of the philosophy department.
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BYU Study Suggests Improvements for K–12 Language Immersion Programs

By Conor Thomas
February 26, 2021 06:42 PM
New research from Professor Blair Bateman and Assistant Professor Michael Child shines light on effectively teaching a foreign language to children.
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