Category Archives: Education

It’s Saint Francis’ Feast Day! Any Implications?

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

These are days for recognizing fragility. How vulnerable we are to destructive temptations–and to others’ accusations that we are sinful. We tend to let our recognition of sinfulness drive us apart, but it actually should draw us together. We share … Continue reading →

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Accordion in “Africa”–Truly the World’s Instrument

Posted on August 11, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

Here’s something you don’t see–or hear–every day! A great performance of the great Toto song, “Africa,” with an accordionist in the band. And not just any accordionist, but the one and only “Weird Al” Yankovic. Enjoy it, courtesy of the … Continue reading →

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Reap with Those Who Reap?

Posted on July 14, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

I had not heard about the game show, “Paid Off,” until I read a poignant new piece in The Huffington Post. It  It describes a case of replacing news with entertainment–a case I think has relevance to Pope Francis’ 2018 World Day … Continue reading →

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No Civil War, but a “Civility” War?

Posted on July 9, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

“Civility, whatever that is….” That’s a phrase used in a recent post I found at the Columbia Journalism Review online. The June 27 piece by Matthew Ingram is an important, carefully considered collection of news and commentary where the use of the word … Continue reading →

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“When Headlines Hurt”–A Guide to Buying and Reading My New E-book

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

Update: 6-26-18: I hope you enjoy this book of reflections on the hope for renewal in journalism, drawing upon the recent World Communications Day 2018 message (and prayer) presented by Pope Francis. See my earlier blog post or my LinkedIn … Continue reading →

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Taps for My Dad: A Memorial Day Parade Film

Posted on June 2, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

I had never been in a Memorial Day Parade before–at least not as a participant who was fully engaged in the honors being bestowed, the opportunity to contribute one’s talent, and the importance of such an event for individuals and … Continue reading →

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My New E-book–“When Headlines Hurt”

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

,  Update 6-26-18: My new e-book recently became available through Amazon Kindle and Smashwords.  This book, with further iterations anticipated, is a set of reflections and resources connected to the 2018 World Communications Day message officially presented by Pope Francis on May … Continue reading →

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Happy World Communications Day!

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

  Of course, the most important fact about this day is that it is Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day to all moms, including my own mom in heaven and my wonderful wife Eileen, who is the world’s best mom to … Continue reading →

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Mary Schmitt’s Award for Community Spirit

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

Mary Schmitt, our daughter who is studying business at The Catholic University of America, received an award at CUA’s 2018 Cardinal Leadership Celebration dinner on April 18. What a great time I had applauding her accomplishment and meeting many of … Continue reading →

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Oh My Podcast! We’re E-vangelizing!

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Bill Schmitt

  Today brings the debut of a podcast whose development has been a highlight of my communications career. Please check out the first episode in the initial nine-part series, titled “Got Joy?” Before you do that, let me thank my … Continue reading →

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