From the Egyptians of antiquity to Sushruta and Aretaeus the Cappadocian, onto the Renaissance, and into the age of modern medicine, we’ve come to learn a lot about diabetes. Understanding its history is understanding the disease.
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In spirit, the graves of those felled along the Western Front remain guarded. A century after the Great War, a silent sentinel watches over visitors to the hallowed grounds.
In works ranging from Bram Stoker’s seminal 1897 book Dracula to Blaxploitation-era films like Blacula, vampires have long held a place in popular culture, tied inexorably to the subject of sexuality whether subtly or explicitly.
With a nudge and some notes from his beloved, a widow attempts to move on with his life while again cherishing the life he once had. Husband and wife no more — nevertheless, she attempts to make him whole.
San Diego Comic-Con wanted to know “Why Geek is the New Cool,” and Mensa gladly helped provide the answer. American Mensa hosted a Comic-Con panel to explore the recent surge in popularity of quirky, intelligent — yet relatable — protagonists in pop culture.
Parents I speak with are often reluctant to tell their children they’re gifted. But when it comes to raising gifted kids, the most important thing to remember is to trust your instincts.
The International Election Committee invites nominations for the following internationally elected offices: International Chairman, International Director-Administration, International Director-Development, and International Treasurer.
It’s one of most fulfilling feelings — helping students flourish achieve their potential through education. Volunteer today to help support the Mensa Foundation's College Scholarship Program.
Events
National
Annual Gathering
The largest yearly confab of Mensans anywhere, this event spans five days and features a sprawl of talks, games, and entertainment unlike any other. In Phoenix, you can beat the heat with the company of cool people, exciting tours, and a dizzying array of fascinating programs and special events.
Mind Games
Join a few hundred new and longtime board-game friends at Mind Games at the Galaxy Banquet Center for a weekend of playing new-to-the-market games. After a weekend of nonstop game play, you decide which games earn the coveted Mensa Select® seal.
Foundation Colloquium
This one-day educational symposium provides a forum to explore, debate, and evaluate a major issue of long-range importance to society. Colloquium 2019 will explore thee inherent intertwine of privacy rights and information technology, the balance between personal privacy and public security, and what privacy looks like in the 21st century.
Regional & Local
Brilliance by the Bay
November 16-18
We're back in the City by the Bay! This November, we bring you three days of programs, games, crafts, tournaments, and Hospitality at the Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf Hotel.
The Feast of Pleasures and Delights Presents: CybRG
November 22-25
Join North Texas Mensa as we embark on a new version of our Pleasures and Delights: CybRG! We're going hi-tech with our games, speakers, and events throughout the weekend.
Phoenix Phiesta XXXVI: Phoolin' with Phriends
November 22-25
Join us Nov. 22-25, 2018, for 30-plus programs to designed to inform, stimulate, and amuse; interesting and interested speakers on many subjects; games galore; an awesome, all-day kids track; and more!
Cincinnati Area Mensa RG: See You at the Movies
November 30 - December 2
Lights, Cameras, and You — one of many stars in our featured picture. Join us Nov. 30 through Dec. 2 for Cincinnati Area Mensa's 2018 Regional Gathering.
