CORRESPONDENCE FROM DR. CAM BOULET:
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Dear Crystal,
June 18, 2002 This
is a most impressive project for your chemistry class and what
a most creative way to bring science and public issues together
for students. Unfortunately
the school year ends soon (I believe) but I would like to talk
further with you about this project. It is very encouraging to
see the interest demonstrated by students, their rapid gasp of
the issues, as well as your innovative approach to education! Please
pass on my personal congratulations on their efforts. Cam |
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Hi
Crystal,
June
27, 2002 The
last few days have been intense. We have just completed the review
of the proposals that were submitted and frankly, many of you students
would have outbid several of the submissions. I
was extremely impressed by the initiative you have shown and the
quality of the information the class put together. I liked how it
tied science to national policies and issues. Developing the link
between the esotericism of chemistry ( I memorized the periodic
table, eventually got a PhD in chemistry, and if you asked me today
to get past He I couldn't) and the real implications of the science
and its impact on political or economic issues. It should also help
inspire students into science careers. Hopefully some students will
se past the economic attraction of medicine or dentistry and pursue
true sciences. Our
communications group was also impressed with the initiative. In
recognition of the students' efforts, we have prepared certificates
for each member of the class. Regretfully they may not get there
in time for presentation in the year end awards ceremony but it
could be good start to the new year. Thanks
for letting share some of the excitement and enthusiasm you have
generated in your teaching. It helped keep us inspired as we worked
through the last few arduous weeks. Dr.
Cam Boulet |
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