Category Archives: Education

M.I.T. to Offer Free Tuition to Families Earning Less Than $200,000

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Jim deMaine

For students whose families earn less than $100,000 per year, the school will also cover other costs, including housing, dining, fees and an allowance for books and personal expenses. By Alexandra E. Petri in the NYT (thanks to Pam P.) The … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Want to Live in a Monoculture, and Neither Do You

Posted on October 21, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: This is a thought provoking article about the failure of the DEI effort at the University of Michigan. Do we live in a monoculture, given the current political turmoil? Is part of the equation showing respect, kindness and … Continue reading →

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John Green, Jodi Picoult, Angie Thomas join publishers in lawsuit fighting Florida book bans

Posted on October 2, 2024 by Jim deMaine

From GoodGoodGood – thanks to Pam P. Authors John Green, Jodi Picoult, and Angie Thomas have three things in common: They’re all majorly successful writers, their books have been banned in states across the country, and now, they’re joining a lawsuit to fight … Continue reading →

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Can’t we do better?

Posted on September 22, 2024 by Jim deMaine
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Washington’s education system ranked best on the West Coast, top five in U.S.

Posted on September 21, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary Jane F. – unexpected good news! The Olympian reported that a new study from Consumer Affairs ranked Washington as having the best public education system on the West Coast and top five in the nation. The report highlighted Washington’s … Continue reading →

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Memory Hub Newsletter – September

Posted on September 7, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: Please read about the first artist in residence at the nearby Memory Hub

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At the New England Aquarium

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. Common Estimate: The widely cited odds of finding a blue lobster are approximately 1 in 2 million. Comparison to Other Rare Colors Interestingly, blue lobsters are not the rarest color variation: Color Estimated Odds Red (uncooked) … Continue reading →

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Take a Hike in the Andes: a virtual walk

Posted on January 30, 2024 by Jim Tanner

The Fitness and and Wellness subcommittee is bringing back the popular Skyline Virtual Walk. Among the many “walks” we have taken in the past are the Oregon Trail, Route 66, and the Pacific Crest Trail. For those of you who … Continue reading →

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Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival – Sunday

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ann M. Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival will take place on Sunday, September 10: 11am-7pm at the Armory Food & Event Hall, Mural Amphitheatre, and Fisher Rooftop. The festival is part of the Seattle Center Festál series. It is free and open to the … Continue reading →

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Former Skyline residents honored at UW

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C.

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Public Lectures at Town Hall

Posted on August 1, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W. Welcome the 2023–2024 speaker line-up! This year, the Office of Public Lectures will host speakers who will encourage us to explore race and social justice, artificial intelligence, the state of American democracy, disability activism and more. … Continue reading →

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Brain Health Block Party – Wednesday June 21st

Posted on June 20, 2023 by Jim deMaine

One of the five stops is on 9th Avenue in front of the Terraces. Come, learn and enjoy!

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Let’s Smash the College Admissions Process

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By David Brooks in the NYT Ed note: This essay by David Brooks raises all kinds of questions that also apply to us as “elite seniors.” He argues that college admissions should help right historical elitism by having economic class based … Continue reading →

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Tom Hanks at Harvard

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M.

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In Berkeley, a Library Protest Is a Fight for Anthropology in an A.I. Age

Posted on May 6, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. By Tim Arango May 2, 2023 in the NYT BERKELEY, Calif. — To kick off homecoming weekend last fall, the University of California, Berkeley, held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new data sciences building, known as the Gateway. At … Continue reading →

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Pioneers in Aging – Speaker Series (on-line)

Posted on March 22, 2023 by Jim deMaine

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Why Poverty Persists in America

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Why Poverty Persists in By Matthew Desmond Thanks to Diana C. Published March 9, 2023 Updated March 13, 2023 in the NYT This article is adapted from Matthew Desmond’s book “Poverty, by America.” It is being published on March 21 by Crown. In the past … Continue reading →

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) sites like ChatGPT raise many ethical issues

Posted on January 17, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mike C. Ed note: For your information and entertainment do a search for chatgpt and sign on. Then ask it to write essays for you. The results may astound you.

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A nearby incredible resource – The Memory Hub

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Jim deMaine

This week marked an exciting transition for the Memory Hub! Since March 2022 we have been open for scheduled activities and events – but as of this week, we are now have public open hours from 9 a.m. – 3 … Continue reading →

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Exploring Seattle pedestrian tunnels

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M. David B. Williams is the son of Skyline resident Jackie Williams. Open in app or online   A weekly newsletter by David B. Williams, www.geologywriter.com. Human Habitrails Seattle’s Pedestrian Tunnels DAVID B. WILLIAMS JAN 12     SAVE ▷  LISTEN … Continue reading →

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Your monthly update of news and events from the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center and the UW Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC)

Posted on October 11, 2022 by Jim deMaine

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A different look at hiring

Posted on September 10, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P   This week in good news —        An Ohio-based restaurant chain is building its fast-growing workforce with people often overlooked In the U.S., the unemployment rate among formerly incarcerated people is nearly five … Continue reading →

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The new Washington Nonprofit Handbook is here

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M.     Communities Rise has published an updated resource that puts nonprofit law into plain language. It has been updated to be consistent with the modernized Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act (RCW 24.03A). Check out the 2022 Washington State … Continue reading →

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On totem journey, Lummi carvers call for Lower Snake dam removal — KNKX Public Radio | By Bellamy Pailthorp

Posted on May 9, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Ed M. The main totem from the “Spirit of the Waters” totem journey depicts a 16-foot killer whale, carrying a baby on her snout. It is inspired by the true story of Talequah, an endangered southern resident orca … Continue reading →

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Who Gives A Crap toilet paper review: Our favorite recycled toilet paper (at CNN)

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Earth Week, a weeklong focus on our planet and ways to celebrate and preserve it. We’ll be featuring tips on how to live more sustainably, products to help you spend … Continue reading →

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