Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Arts and Society
Influencing the cultural conversation
Please explain: Why is the Ancient Greek alphabet still in use today?
The Greek alphabet is having a big moment as the WHO continues to name COVID-19 variants after its letters – the latest being Omicron. Professor of Ancient History Ian Worthington explains its enduring relevance.
Early childhood educators 'underpaid, undervalued'
The NSW teachers' strike this week highlights the plight of another group of workers – low-paid early childhood educators who are undervalued for their critical role in raising the next generation, Macquarie University researchers say.
Please explain: What is the metaverse?
Since Facebook rebranded as Meta, everyone’s talking about the metaverse. Not only will we live, work and play there, says Professor Deborah Richards, director of Macquarie’s Virtual Reality Laboratory, the metaverse may prove an unexpected force for good.
Balancing the light and darkness of online Indigenous life: new book
A new book by Macquarie University Professor Bronwyn Carlson explores both the light and dark side of the ways that Indigenous Australians use social media.
The Hon Michael Kirby AC on life and the law
Emeritus Chancellor of Macquarie, and former Justice of the High Court shares insights into his years as a law student, his experience of hiding his sexuality in 1970s Australia and the story of the great love of his life, a partnership that has endured for the past 50 years.
The treasures of Elam, a civilisation gone but not forgotten
A digital dossier of artefacts collected by Macquarie University's authority on the art and archaeology of the Near East is putting the ancient civilisation of Elam back on the map.
Please explain: How can we talk to kids about peer pressure?
The Korean Netflix series Squid Game has become a global hit, even making its way into the schoolyard as a violent lunchtime game, reports say. With this in mind, how can families help support kids of all ages as they negotiate the minefield of peer pressure?
Please explain: Why do people lie?
There are many reasons we choose not to tell the truth. Associate Professor in Philosophy Robert Sinnerbrink explores whether any of them are morally justifiable.
Get back: The Beatles return to the spotlight
SEE TRAILER: A treasure trove of footage of the Beatles from 1969 has been curated as part of the Get Back project. Associate Professor Jordi McKenzie from Macquarie Business School explains the band’s enduring popularity and why we are unlikely to see the likes of them again.
Global demand for Australian books revealed in new study
Australian writing is in growing demand overseas, with a new Macquarie University study revealing for the first time the local publishing industry's success in international book rights sales.
20 years on, the causes of 9-11 remain unresolved
Twenty years after 9/11, a generation of Australians has grown up during the subsequent war on terror which forever changed international relations.
Please explain: Why do people break rules?
A minority of people have refused to follow rules during COVID lockdowns, from rejecting mask-wearing to demonstrating in the streets. We asked Macquarie University specialists in psychology and criminology for their perspectives on why people insist on breaking rules, even when the consequences can be fatal.