Rinck, Jonathan. “The Richard and Helen DeVos Japanese Garden: A Haven for Sculpture, Body, and Soul.” Sculpture 35, no. 5 (June 2016): 20-21.
Abstract: A review is offered for the Richard and Helen DeVos Japanese Garden opened at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park which is considered suitable for sculptures.
Bilbro, Jeffrey. “The ecology of memory: Augustine, Eliot, and the form of Wendell Berry’s fiction.” Christianity & Literature 65, no. 3 (June 2016): 327-342.
Abstract:Berry’s notion of memory has rich theological and literary roots, which reach to Augustine and T. S. Eliot. After a brief tour through Augustine’s theological view of memory and Eliot’s development of this in The Four Quartets, I examine Berry’s short story “Pray without Ceasing” to demonstrate how this theology works out in the form of his story, enabling his characters to understand and love the whole pattern of which they are a part. By understanding how Berry incorporates this ancient Christian view of memory in the structure of his narration, we can see how memory comprises an integral part of his culturally embattled agrarian and ecological vision.
Woods, Robert H., Kelly Skarritt-Williams, Caleb Chan, Ken Waters, and Divine Agodzo. “Motivations for Reading the Left Behind Book Series: A Uses and Gratifications Analysis.” Journal Of Media & Religion 15, no. 2 (April 2016): 63-77.
Abstract: This uses and gratifications study investigates motivations for reading theLeft Behindbook series and their correlation to media use patterns; religious commitments; and the Conservative Protestant, Mainline, or Catholic Christian background of readers. The survey of 1,188 readers found that sanctified entertainment and “end times” teaching were the top reasons for reading the series. There was a significant positive relationship between religious media use and spiritual growth/development, content reaction, and accuracy. A significant positive relationship was found between religious commitment and content reaction, and religious commitment and biblical accuracy reading motivations. The study revealed different reading motivations among the various denominations, especially Catholics.
Hall, Johnathon M., John R. Amend, and Thomas S. Kuntzleman. “Experiments to illustrate the chemistry and bouncing ability of fresh and spent zinc-manganese oxide alkaline batteries.” Journal Of Chemical Education no. 4 (2016): 676-680.
Abstract:Why do dead batteries bounce considerably higher than fresh batteries? This phenomenon has a chemical explanation that can be used to teach students about the chemistry of alkaline Zn/MnO2 cells. Batteries discharged to various extents can be tested for bounciness and conversion of Zn to ZnO. These measurements allow students to connect the chemistry that powers these batteries with the increased bouncing effect. The experiments can be presented as a teacher-led demonstration or hands-on laboratory for students.
Baker, Jack R. and Jeffrey Bilbro. “Putting Down Roots: Why Universities Need Gardens.” Christian Scholar’s Review 45, no. 2 (2016): 125-142.
Abstract: […]sources stated that the pathetic loafer has never had any interest in moving to even a nearby major city, despite the fact that he has nothing better to do than “sit around all day” being an involved member of his community and using his ample free time to follow pursuits that give him genuine pleasure. […]gardening can cultivate the gratitude that should characterize our posture as placed creatures.
Kuntzleman, Thomas S., and Erik C. Jacobson. “Teaching Beer’s Law and Absorption Spectrophotometry with a Smart Phone: A Substantially Simplified Protocol.” Journal of Chemical Education, January 29, 2016. doi:10.1021/acs.jchemed.5b00844.
Abstract: A very simple protocol for teaching Beer’s Law and absorption spectrophotometry using a smart phone is described. Materials commonly found in high school chemistry laboratories or even around the house may be used. Data collection and analysis is quick and easy. Despite the simple nature of the experiment, excellent results can be achieved.
Hall, Johnathon M., John R. Amend, and Thomas S. Kuntzleman. “Experiments To Illustrate the Chemistry and Bouncing Ability of Fresh and Spent Zinc–Manganese Oxide Alkaline Batteries.” Journal of Chemical Education (published online January 2016). doi: 10.1021/acs.jchemed.5b00796
Abstract: Why do dead batteries bounce considerably higher than fresh batteries? This phenomenon has a chemical explanation that can be used to teach students about the chemistry of alkaline Zn/MnO2 cells. Batteries discharged to various extents can be tested for bounciness and conversion of Zn to ZnO. These measurements allow students to connect the chemistry that powers these batteries with the increased bouncing effect. The experiments can be presented as a teacher-led demonstration or hands-on laboratory for students.
Rinck, Jonathan, and Jonathan Garn. “Earth, Fire and Vegetable Oil.” Ceramics Technical no. 41 (November 2015): 84-87.
Abstract: The article presents ceramist Aaron Cole’s kiln that runs on waste vegetable oil and provides possibilities for an inexpensive firing process that is more affordable and sustainable than traditional firing methods. Topics discussed include Cole’s development of a kiln that recycles Spring Arbor University’s waste vegetable oil to use as fuel and the kiln’s capability of firing up to cone 8 with minimal sources of propane and gasoline thus offering a free alternative to more traditional fuels.
Rinck, Jonathan. “Pewabic pottery: Still glazing after all these years.” Ceramics Technical 41 (2015): 112.
Abstract: The article presents Pewabic Pottery established by Mary Chase Perry-Stratton who modelled and fired her first clay pot when she was only 5 years old but took pottery seriously in her 30s. Pewabic Potter is characterized by its emphatically handmade appearance as Perry-Straton wanted her work to retain a human touch. The pottery continues to operate at present, filling large commissions like the work for The Detroit Zoo and Chicago’s Shed Aquarium.
Kuntzleman, Thomas S. “National Chemistry Week: A Platform for Scholarship“. Journal of Chemical Education 92, no. 10 (October 2015): 1585-1588. doi: 10.1021/acs.jchemed.5b00660
Abstract: National Chemistry Week (NCW) is an annual centerpiece for chemistry outreach orchestrated by the American Chemical Society. During this week, chemical educators promote chemistry through public lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on experiments. These exhibits inspire and motivate students, young and old, to study and appreciate chemistry more deeply. Chemical educators also benefit through participation in NCW, because doing so has great potential to initiate and advance scholarly efforts. How outreach efforts such as those associated with NCW can stimulate and support scholarship in chemistry is described.
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