By: Dr. Jerry Bergman Montpelier, Ohio One of the advantages of being an author, whose writings are in 13 languages, is I am frequently asked…
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By: Bryan Golden You know the type. He or she is the loudest at parties, always showing off at work, boasting about their accomplishments to…
Dr. Jerry Bergman Montpelier, Ohio The loss of long-term friends has always been very difficult for me. One recent loss was especially difficult. This was…
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By: Dr. Jerry Bergman Montpelier, Ohio One of the requirements of a professor is to review new curriculum material for its appropriateness for classroom use.…
By: Bryan Golden Do you conquer problems or do they conquer you? It’s attitude that determines whether you are a victor or a victim. Your…
By: Dr. Jerry Bergman Montpelier, Ohio When a child comes into the world, the first thing noted is their sex. Is it a boy or…
By Bryan Golden Building mental and emotional walls is a common occurrence. We are used to living with physical walls so this progression is an…
Anyone who has been employed recently as an academic is aware of a dangerous trend: the abandonment of meritocracy. Meritocracy, hiring and promotion on…
By: Forrest R. Church, Publisher THE VILLAGE REPORTER Because I have been known for being long winded in my columns, at least according to my…



