Articles written by Travis Prinzi

Barack Obama has pledged to continue faith-based initiatives, renewing debate over the relationship between government and religion in the U.S.

Jul 7, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

The Harry Potter stories, set in the regular rhythm of Hogwarts school, contains commentary on education that might help teachers reach kids.

Jun 30, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Bigotry, or prejudice, is no longer socially acceptable, even if it still exists in some corners of the U.S. But somehow, racial inequality still exists. Why?

Jun 27, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Sheryll Townsend of Harry Potter for Grownups has been involved in Potter conferences since 2004. She and friends of hers wanted the books taken seriously as literature.

Jun 26, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Aziza Aba Butain is the Chair of Public Relations for Portus 2008: A Harry Potter Symposium. She took time to answer some questions about the upcoming conference.

Jun 25, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter novels are not just cute, interesting stories for kids. They are inspiring significant academic discussion at large conferences.

Jun 23, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Reframing the concept of literacy as changing social participation can help both teachers and students in creating a meaningful and effective learning environment.

Jun 19, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

It's not a matter of whether to follow a calendar. All churches follow a calendar. The question is, which one to follow? Here are five reasons to follow the church year.

Jun 18, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Ron Paul knew he wouldn't get the Republican presidential nomination, but that was never his main goal. He's fighting for widespread libertarian influence and victory.

Jun 14, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

What is the Christian Calendar, and how does one follow it? This is a quick summary of the major dates of the Christian year.

Jun 13, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter prequel, a very short story about James Potter and Sirius Black as teenagers, has touches of her quirky humor and brilliant storytelling.

Jun 11, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Ron Paul is energizing a revolutionary libertarian takeover of the Republican Party, but his supporters still need a presidential candidate. Bob Barr is their answer.

Jun 10, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Fred and George Weasley are high school drop-outs, but they are more magically talented and more successful than the Ministry-trained educator who sought to stop them.

Jun 8, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Somehow, John McCain manages to make almost every wing of the Republican Party upset.

Jun 8, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

J.K. Rowling's 2008 Harvard Commencement speech was not only a powerful message to graduates - it touched on the reason we love imaginative literature like Harry Potter.

Jun 6, 2008 - Travis Prinzi

Libertarian presidential nominee Bob Barr is making a wiser choice than Ron Paul on accepting donations from public racists.

Jun 2, 2008 - Travis Prinzi