The students, faculty, and staff of the Parlee Center are eager to share their perspectives on the advancement and application of science, technology, and innovation. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to the Parlee Center's Substack to receive op-eds, interviews, audio podcasts, and videos that help scientists and non-scientists alike consider the complex impacts of scientific discovery on society.
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Shedding Light During Spooky Season
Gabrielle Eaise, Elizeh Fawad, and Vienna Gurev
This issue of the Nontechnically Speaking Substack features an article written by Ursinus College students Gabrielle Eaise, Elizeh Fawad and Vienna Gurev entitled “Spooky, Not Scary: Local Bats & Efforts to Protect Them.” It also announces upcoming events and programs.
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From Your Green Lawn to What’s Lurking Beyond Your Property Line
Jackson D. Southern and Aleia Castro
This third issue of the Nontechnically Speaking Substack features an article written by Ursinus College students Jackson Southern and Aleia Castro entitled “Is Your Yard a Killer? How to Improve Your Lawn's Environmental Impact.” It also highlights student-created Instagram reels and announces other upcoming events.
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Mending the Relationship Between Fashion, Social Media, & Sustainability
Gabrielle Eaise, Elizeh Fawad, and Vienna Gurev
This second issue of the Nontechnically Speaking Substack features an article written by Ursinus College students Gabrielle Eaise, Elizeh Fawad and Vienna Gurev entitled “Reaping What You Sew: The Rise of Fast Fashion and Its Impact on Our Planet.” It also announces upcoming speakers and events.
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Welcome to Nontechnically Speaking
Aubrey R. Paris
This first issue of the Nontechnically Speaking Substack features an article written by Parlee Center Director Aubrey R. Paris entitled “Modeling Scientific Thought Leadership Through the Lens of Liberal Arts.” It also announces the fall 2026 speaker series and other upcoming events and programs.
