In two separate semesters, philosophy majors at Pacific University taught high school students some critical thinking skills by focusing on logical fallacies. They contacted local teachers at different high schools, did research on philosophy for kids, prepared lesson plans, and taught the classes by themselves, receiving rave reviews from both students and teachers. Continue reading
Fall 2009
Starbucks
Two students worked with local Starbucks managers to get their coffee shops to a) compost and b) have clearer signs for their recycling. The managers raved about their professional attitudes and the changes they caused in their coffee shops. Continue reading