Author Archives: Aya Katz

About Aya Katz

Aya Katz is the administrator of Pubwages. When she is not busy administering, she sometimes also writes posts like a regular user.

What We Can Learn From Project Nim

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Aya Katz

Apparently there is a new movie out about Project Nim. The story of Nim Chimpsky is one worth considering, and many think of it primarily as a cautionary tale. Here are a few things that I learned not to do … Continue reading →

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Where the Personal and the Public Intersect: Memorial Day Musings

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Aya Katz

This Memorial Day I didn’t go anywhere or do anything special. I asked a family member from Israel what she did, and she said that she stayed home, too. “A lot of people go out and celebrate around here,” I … Continue reading →

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How to get an avatar to go with your account on Pubwages: Gravatars

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Aya Katz

Some of us have Avatars here on Pubwages and some have this funny little blank silhouette, instead of a personalized picture. How does that work? How can we upload our own pictures to use as avatars on Pubwages? Here’s how: … Continue reading →

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