History

Universitas of The Past and The Modern Day College 2011

Universitas of The Past and The Modern Day College 2011

People have sought out higher learning since circa 800 A.D. But that’s about the only thing that has remained the same. From who is enrolling to which degree programs are offered to where the best degree programs are located, education has vastly changed. The infographic below showcases many of those changes. Degrees titles have evolved […]

The History of Email…

The History of Email…

Email was in its infancy back in the late ’60s, but today email is a staple of modern communications. Last year, there were 2.9 billion unique email addresses, including some 730 million corporate accounts. Email storage has grown exponentially over the years and typical users store half of their critical data in their email.

A History Of Debt

A History Of Debt

Would you take my wampum in exchange for your house? In the 1620′s, the Dutch would have accepted the sacred beads like currency. Debt began way before the Native Americans found their own currency, though. Find out what Hammurabi thought of debt, and when human cages were in vogue for debtors’ jail.

The Techie Dorm Room – Then and Now

The Techie Dorm Room – Then and Now

The garage has long been a celebrated location for starting Silicon Valley companies. Hewlett Packard and Google are just two examples of legendary tech companies whose humble roots trace back to a garage. It is often forgotten that the college dorm room has also been a great incubator of innovation.

“History of Shoes” – Step by Step

“History of Shoes” – Step by Step

From the beginning our ancestors required shoes to shield their feet from harm and harsh weather conditions. But shoes became more than just protective foot coverings. Through time, however, shoes denoted people’s occupation, economic and social status, fashion sense and much more.