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November 14, 2019
A Universe of Terms

Creating the Universe

by Mona Oraby

What if we thought differently about the one scholar = total knowledge model? How might scholars advance the academic study and public understanding of religion and secularism in a way that meets college students’ demand for visual imagery, pithy prose, and compelling narratives? A Universe of Terms is one answer to these questions.

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November 14, 2019
A Universe of Terms

Designing the Universe

by Emilie Flamme

When approaching A Universe of Terms I distinctly understood two challenges. The first was visually representing the abstract, and the second was generating a visual iconography capable of existing alone and alongside text. Once given the selected terms in the Universe, I was excited to create and engage with the project material in my own way.

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January 10, 2020
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A Universe of Terms FAQ

by The Editors

How were the terms chosen? Are the terms listed on the project page the only ones you’ll cover?  Can I suggest a term for you to feature? Who are the contributors?

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