Yes, helmets. A look at how it evolved for use in the military and various sports over time.
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Bird Behaviour and Adaptation
Ways birds of various sizes and shapes have adapted to survive – how they feed, clean, and mate.
Takoyaki 101
Itsuko will give us insight into the history and technique that goes into the art of making Osaka’s favourite octopus street-food, takoyaki! Maybe there will even be samples, who knows 😉
Appreciating Art
Ever been lost or confused in a museum, struggling to find meaning in the artwork? There are many ways to appreciate art, but Joyce will walk us through how she tries to frame the problem!
7 lessons from living in 7 cities
Jimmy has an interesting story having lived and worked in 7 cities before he was 25. He’ll cover some lessons he’s learned from each one as well as an approach to absorbing culture that transcends traditional tourism.
Why Food is Different Around the World
What causes difference in cuisines from different cultures? Winston believes that it is mainly due to economical and political factors.
Millennials and the Paradox of Choice
The Two Important Questions I ask myself every morning.
Everyone can set goals, but it is hard to stay focused to accomplish your goals. My dream was to attend an Ivy League University. Tt took me 281 rejections to get there, but I stayed focused by asking myself two questions every morning. These two questions reminded me of my goal and to stay focused on it. I want to share with you how asking yourself two simple questions can help you stay focused and motivated long enough to accomplish your goals.
Slides available on Dropbox.
The Mechanics of Watches
Watches aren’t just things enabling you to wear time on your wrist, they’re delightfully intricate machines with emotional and stylistic value. JK tells about the details of watches that most people take for granted and why they’re part of his passions.
The Art of Tidying
Do you avoid home to study because it’s too messy? Are you overwhelmed every time you have to move by just how many things you have? Then you might need to tidy. But this isn’t your mother’s tidying (unless your mother reads Marie Kondo), this is the art of being able to let go of the things you don’t need anymore and finding the stuff that sparks joy in your heart.
