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What I Learned from Teaching During COVID

on January 21, 2021 January 21, 2021 by Dr. Daniel Mynatt

I have recently completed teaching a course during the Fall Semester of 2020, the infamous COVID-19 semester.  It was very stressful on all involved, faculty, staff and students.  But now that’s over, I have some…

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Practical Philosophy

on January 13, 2021 January 14, 2021 by Jen Jones

When was the last time you got really excited about a book? For me, it was a couple of weeks ago. I saw a review of a book called The Socrates Express: In Search of…

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I’m not mad. You’re mad.

on January 7, 2021 January 7, 2021 by Michael Burns

Have you been in a situation where you have seen a significant other, a family member, your roommate, or yourself hide their feelings, but you can tell something is wrong? This morning, I told my…

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Almost True

on December 22, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Gary Sargent

Theoretical physicist, Brian Greene once said; “The boldness of asking deep questions may require unforeseen flexibility if we are to accept the answers.”   As I consider this quote, I cannot escape the quandary created…

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5 Tips for More Successful Virtual Career Events

on December 2, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Emily Kelly

Over the past semester, most hiring events and interviews have been taking place virtually. While we hope that in-person events will be possible again soon, it looks like virtual recruiting is here to stay. In…

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Transformative Work

on November 24, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Dr. Christopher Langford

It’s been rumored the devil works in the fashion industry… and wears Prada. I’ve been known to screen the film The Devil Wears Prada in my organizational behavior class. The movie centers on a recent…

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5 Ways to Love Thy Neighbor During a Pandemic

on November 6, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Dr. Christi Emerson

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus was asked about the greatest commandment.  He replied, “’Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is…

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Traveling on a Budget

on October 26, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Dr. Amanda Frias

As an occupational therapist my life revolves around helping others engage in occupations, or meaningful daily activities. There is no better way I can imagine occupying my time than traveling and experiencing new places. College…

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A Performer’s Perspective on the Pandemic

on October 23, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Michelle Haché

My name is Michelle Moslemi-Haché, and I am the Director of Opera and Musical Theatre at UMHB. Over the past ten years, I have been lucky enough to be an active professional member of the…

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Surviving Remotely During a Pandemic

on October 16, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Renate Hood, Ph.D.

“I have to go; I have a Zoom in ten minutes.” Sounds familiar? College life has taken on a different shape. Some are kicking it; others are in survival mode. How can we not just…

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Remaining Optimistic During a Pandemic

on October 9, 2020 January 14, 2021 by Dr. Michele Hackney

Without a doubt, 2020 has been a year filled with stress, loss, confusion, and fear.  At best, many have experienced an interruption in normal routines, schedules, plans, and celebrations.  In a year of upheaval, relentless…

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