I've hit a slump in my running, and have been feeling terrible about it. But I'm learning that I'm not the only one feeling this way. Thankfully, my good friend and fellow pavement-pounder Megan Johnston agreed to share her struggle so we could both reflect. I hope you enjoy! I woke up this morning at … Continue reading A Tale of Two Runners
Legislation By Proxy
The man to the left of this photo, getting roughly three feet of air, is my father- one of the smartest and most hilarious men I know. My sister and I are both unashamed daddy's girls, and pics like this one surely cement that fact. But another thing I respect about both of my parents … Continue reading Legislation By Proxy
Following The Introvert’s Guide: Conference Season 2013 in Review
The song above, Airports by Something Corporate, is my unofficial soundtrack to conference season. Since I fly so often, it gives me a song to "set my life to" (and yes, I would love to score my life more often!) Earlier this year, I was offered the opportunity to write for the Student Affairs Feature, … Continue reading Following The Introvert’s Guide: Conference Season 2013 in Review
Quick Tips to Be YOU On Twitter
Earlier today, Inc. posted an article called "4 Quick Tips to Being Funny on Twitter." Informed by the likes of Lizz Winstead of The Daily Show and Jon Friedman of Guy Code and Girl Code, it had a lot of good tips for those striving to find their voice online. I've been interacting with fellow … Continue reading Quick Tips to Be YOU On Twitter
Assessment on the Fly: Opportunity from Inefficiency
I got a great deal from Tim St John's post earlier today, "How to be Innovative (Sort of) In Student Affairs". I happened to stumble upon, and then read, it while that line to the far left was forming outside my office. We sold tickets for an upcoming Bruins game today at 12:15pm. This line … Continue reading Assessment on the Fly: Opportunity from Inefficiency
Equating Greatness With Goodness
"So maybe we shouldn't be so shocked. But we are. Because we don't want to look at the complexity or costs of achievement. We want to paint our heroes pure, so we can indulge in our happy-fantasy hero-worship without having to feel queasy about it." - "The Hard Lessons of Oscar Pistorius", The Atlantic A … Continue reading Equating Greatness With Goodness
“Highlight Reel” Syndrome
I am a diligent, consumed, and unashamed fan of The Biggest Loser. What can I say? I'm a sucker for an inspiring transformation, and love tuning in each week to see contestants change their lives. That said, I have an understanding that the edited final version that we see is far from the grueling, exhausting … Continue reading “Highlight Reel” Syndrome
Current Lesson: Take It Easy On Yourself
Since I moved to Boston, I've been spending a lot of time on public transit. The biggest benefit for me is having that time free to do things that aren't driving. I sit and think, I fidget, and- most often- I read. I like to work on books as I ride, so much so that … Continue reading Current Lesson: Take It Easy On Yourself
The Role of the Anti-Mentor
I'd like Michael Scott to be my mentor...in hilarity.Well folks, I'm still working on Making Good, and I came across a really interesting concept while reading the other day. As we craft our office personas, we often speak of paragons and mentors who have shown us what we want to be to our coworkers, students, … Continue reading The Role of the Anti-Mentor
The Scoreboard v. The Intangibles: On The Idea of a College Scorecard
After originally being unable to engage in the State of the Union address last night (I was packing during the beginning, but listened as I placed my life into boxes and bags), I hopped online in time to see many skeptical and concerned eyes turn toward Obama's College Scorecard initiative. Of the responses to it, … Continue reading The Scoreboard v. The Intangibles: On The Idea of a College Scorecard
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