Right now I am reporting from the World Science Summit in the Low Library of Columbia University. This morning they have already awarded 3 brand new $1 million prizes called the Kavli prize. They have been given to top researchers for their discoveries in nanoscience, astrophysics and neuroscience.
Brian Greene and Michael Bloomberg have also given some great introductory remarks. And, finally, the panel that just spoke on "The Big, The Small and The Complex" has just spoken and included 3 Nobel Laureates along with NYU neuroscientist Joseph LeDoux.
What does this have to do with the craft of teaching? It is like being surrounded by movie stars for me. This is truly an infusion of excitement into my teaching life at a time in the year that otherwise would be occupied with thoughts of grading the students' last lab report of the year, cleaning up the room, equipment orders, evaluation and other year-end tasks.
Never underestimate the value of breaking out of your teaching routine to rub elbows with your field's glitterati.
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