According to recent studies, women and men are affected by stress in different ways, which can lead to problems of equality in the workplace. As the number of women in the field of computer science diminishes, it's necessary to investigate why this is so. Elizabeth Manapsal discusses the some possible sources of the problem and urges employers to develop more support to help women cope with the isolating stress they often feel in the hard sciences.

It's been over a week since Obama won the presidential race and the nation was in euphoria. We have a right to be happy. In one fell swoop, America largely reinvented itself. But, we cannot let our joy and pride take away attention from pressing matters. We have to transform our hope into reality.

Many Americans are in euphoria this week. And with good reason. Barack Obama’s election has revived America’s reputation of equality for all--but not counting California, of course. This week, voters in California passed Proposition 8, a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage, and by doing so, effectively slapped human rights in the face.

Despite McCain's defeat in the election and what some consider a string of poor decisions, McCain ended the his campaign with a humble and gracious concessions speech. Manapsal shares her perspective on these events, commending him for finally trying to bridge the partisan divide and emphasizing unity among Americans.

The bully on the playground may crush the other kids for awhile, but he'll only breed more resentment and,in the end, still be alone. In the same way, continuing threats to bomb Iran without considering the consequences is a dangerous step. In this blog, Donial Dagistar, an Iranian himself with family in Iran, talks about the importance of diplomacy in foreign relations, particularly with relation to Iran.

“The U.S. spends more per capita than any other country on education. Yet, by every international measurement, in math and science competence, from kindergarten through the 12th grade, we trail most of the countries of the world. The implications of this are clearly obvious. Some even say it poses a threat to our national security. Do you feel that way and what do you intend to do about it?" Schieffer asked Obama and McCain. But with both candidates, little reform was suggested. How can students in debt start families, afford entry-level jobs, purchase homes, and ultimately contribute to America's development?

“Treason!” “Kill Him!” “Terrorist!” Sounds like someone must have betrayed the United States in a horrible way, doesn’t it? Maybe sold secrets to an enemy, put American soldiers in danger on purpose, something like that. Whoever it is must surely deserve those words, right? Otherwise, why say them?

Sticks and stones can break our bones but words will never hurt us, they say. But words undoubtedly affect public perception of events, particularly now during the current economic "crisis," or whatever you may wish to call it.

What the hell just happened? This was supposed to be the big week. I’ve been looking forward to this Friday for months. Finally, at long last, John McCain and Barack Obama were going to butt heads in an epic duel of the ideologies before a national audience. Maverick vs. Outsider.What the hell just happened? This was supposed to be the big week. I’ve been looking forward to this Friday for months. Finally, at long last, John McCain and Barack Obama were going to butt heads in an epic duel of the ideologies before a national audience. Maverick vs. Outsider.

What does binge drinking have to do with Wall Street? In this blog post, Manapsal parallels causes and solutions of reckless college drinking with those of the the more serious financial crisis.