Unfinished Business

When I walked into my office to sit down and write this update, I got a glimpse of my “unfinished business” box. It’s a clear box where I put bills to go over, calls to make, insurance claims to submit and other to-do’s. I hate looking at this box. Each time I do, I...
Self-Nomination: The Breakdown

Self-Nomination: The Breakdown

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
 What is The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)? – NSCS is an honors organization, which seeks to recognize and elevate high achievers. Do I Qualify for Self-Nomination? Didn’t receive an invite to join NSCS?...

Discussing Failures over Coffee

Recently I met a new acquaintance for coffee introduced through a mutual connection who thought we could both benefit from knowing and networking with each other. What I thought would be a professional meeting became a get together between kindred spirits and the...

Move In, On Campus

I have been to my share of on-campus move in days: as a resident, as student staff, and as professional staff! Though it may be extremely stressful, there are some things that you can do to help make the day run a little more smoothly. Know your time. If you are a...

Manhunt!!

Today I have a short story for you with some reminders for living a more peaceful life… Last week I was part of a manhunt – and not the kind that the ladies on The Bachelor are on. This was a real manhunt complete with police helicopters, a helmet wearing swat...

Is Striving for Perfection Paralyzing You?

As I sat down to write this blog, I was blank. I tossed around a bunch of ideas and started a few drafts but nothing felt good enough. I started getting frustrated and just wanted to go eat breakfast in hopes of some inspiration (aka procrastinate). What could I write...