I've been thinking a lot about the idea of collaboration lately. It's something that higher education speaks of often- touted as the ultimate way to, as we say (with a shudder, in my case), "do more with less." It's seen as a way to conserve resources, heighten attendance and effectiveness by making a program or … Continue reading Don’t Collaborate, Co-Headline
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The Power of the Power-Up
This past week in honor of Mother’s Day, I did an interview with my mom as an introduction to a project I’m working on with a friend, and one of her answers sparked a thought in my mind. When Rose (my mom) was asked what I was like as a child, she said something that … Continue reading The Power of the Power-Up
IE 201: Temperament in Two Dimensions
Recently, I gave a new version of a talk about introversion where I hit upon an important nuance about introversion that I wanted to share. Thus far, we've been looking at the 101 level of temperament- with introversion at one end, and extroversion at the other. The highest level of mastery at this level is … Continue reading IE 201: Temperament in Two Dimensions
2 Legit to Quit: Why My Summer Will Live on Legitimacy
This time of year in my office is one naturally inclined toward reflection. Performance is being reviewed, superlatives awarded, certificates printed and plaques engraved. We look at who has succeeded and who will continue to grow- both the people that we work with, and the processes that guide what we do. Those who know me … Continue reading 2 Legit to Quit: Why My Summer Will Live on Legitimacy
Just for Fun: If Introverts Honestly Updated Their Facebook Timeline
Shoutout to Kirsten King (graduate of Emmanuel College, by the way!) for a silly and occasionally painfully true portrait of the introvert on social media. This bit is particularly true 🙂 Click here to get the full list, and feel free to share in the comments what other situations you'd add!
Thank You Higher Ed Social Podcast!
Special thanks go out to Jackie and Lougan at the Higher Ed Social podcast for having me on this week! Click the image below for a more in depth discussion of my post about Hulu's Resident Advisors, an exciting upcoming event on campus, and general learning about ukeleles.
3 Real Takeaways from Hulu’s Fake Peek Into Residence Life
"Our lives could be a TV show." I can't tell you how often I hear that remark from people at the office- and have heard it, regardless of where I've worked. Those pleas get answered in the most seemingly random of ways; It would appear that enough current and former RAs have verbalized this need … Continue reading 3 Real Takeaways from Hulu’s Fake Peek Into Residence Life
Connection Circle 2015
We're back at it for year 2, and are so pleased you're seeking to join us! The goal of the Summer 2015 Virtual Connection Circle is to create a space where women are unashamed to ask for help on whatever dream project or endeavor they wish to take part in. Each member of the group is … Continue reading Connection Circle 2015
Lessons in Laughter, Pt 3: Laugh When It’s the Hardest Thing to Do
In late February, I was given the daunting but unforgettable privilege of giving a TEDx talk at Bridgewater State University. As I wait for the video to be released, I wanted to put together the thoughts shared in the talk (combined with a great many others that didn’t fit into the 11 minutes) for your … Continue reading Lessons in Laughter, Pt 3: Laugh When It’s the Hardest Thing to Do
Are We All In This Together? (f/ Kanye West)
Like many others that do the work that I do, this past week was an eventful one. Nearly 8000 of us traveled to New Orleans for the NASPA Annual Conference in New Orleans, prepared for several days of learning, networking, and spending time with friends and colleagues from all over the country. However, the more … Continue reading Are We All In This Together? (f/ Kanye West)
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