Information Overload
An Over-Abundance of Information in the Information Age
An essay on the trends on the Internet that cause an explosion of information that is often antithetical to the ideals of democracy and progress. This essay cautions parents, teachers and community leaders to be wary of every emerging media outlet.
February 17, 2006 Newsletter
February 17, 2006 Newsletter.
Junk Food won’t make you Chuck
A review of musical group Chuck's Junk by Shawn Olson, originally in the Westside Messenger.
Promoting Interest in the Classroom
An essay about the role teachers play in making subjects interesting, valuable and relevant to students. Prompted by an Open-House visit to Westland High School.
Donna Olson died at 55
Donna Olson, my mother, died on August 4, 2003.
Education in Debt
The assumption that a diploma means educated is not well founded.
How can I help fund the Shawn Olson Creative Arts?
You can help fund Shawn Olson by spreading the word, adding links, or donating.
Kevin Lottes Portraits
Photos of writer Kevin Lottes.