Monthly Archives: February 2011

Issa, poet for ordinary people

Posted on February 3, 2011 by stillalife

I’ve been reading poems by Issa lately.  He is my current poetic hero, not just for the words he produced, but for the fact that he could produce any poetry at all given the life he lived.  In case you … Continue reading →

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Cross-cultural exchange is a gift

Posted on February 2, 2011 by stillalife

How do Asian students feel about receiving a hug when the occasion demands it (in our view)?  Is it offensive to open up a gift in front of the giver?  Are students uncomfortable about being called on in class?  Should … Continue reading →

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