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Marshall McLuhan
Circling the Galaxy
Circling the Galaxy By Mike Gange I was first introduced to the ideas of Marshall McLuhan when I was an undergrad at the University of New Brunswick. One of my professors, upon learning of my interest in media, suggested I read McLuhan’s “Gutenberg Galaxy.” Truth be told, McLuhan’s ideas were way over my head. None-the-less, … Continue reading
Media Literacy Call to Arms
Editorial by Mike Gange If you are reading this, it is likely because you are concerned about media literacy. This is not just another diatribe, but a call to arms. This is an urgent plea to change the status quo. Although schools recognize that our students see more hours of TV than they spend … Continue reading
Media matters at Dali Exhibit
By Mike Gange I have always been fascinated by the work of Salvador Dali. One of Dali’s biggest and in my mind, one of the most memorable paintings hangs in The Beaverbrook Art Gallery near my home. “Santiago El Grande” is a striking image, and I could spend hours just sitting in front of … Continue reading
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