Category: Plaid Insights
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There Is More That Unites Us Than Divides Us: Courageous Conversations in a Divisive Climate
E. Pluribus Unum. Out of many, one. As we recently celebrated our nation’s 249th birthday one month ago, I was reminded of this Latin motto that has defined us since the founding of our republic. And yet, differences in opinions, even when those differences seem to contribute to deeper divisiveness, are not new in the history of our republic. In 2025, we find ourselves at … Continue reading There Is More That Unites Us Than Divides Us: Courageous Conversations in a Divisive Climate
Life Lessons from a Collegiate Scorekeeper
For the past 13 years I have served as a scorekeeper/scorer’s table member for eight different NCAA sports. While my role may be different for each sport, or even each team I am supporting, there are a number of lessons that remain consistent. Scorekeeping in college sports is a unique experience. It goes beyond tracking points or watching the game play-by-play. It requires attentiveness, responsibility, … Continue reading Life Lessons from a Collegiate Scorekeeper
From Grad to Pro: Navigating Your First Fall Semester in Student Affairs
New school years bring new professionals! While I’m entering my third year working in the higher education space, I’ve also had the pleasure of welcoming a new Assistant Director and three Graduate Assistants into this exciting, complex, and challenging arena we call the Fraternity and Sorority Life Office. The range of guidance provided to navigate the first steps into professional life can vary quite widely; … Continue reading From Grad to Pro: Navigating Your First Fall Semester in Student Affairs
From Virtual Reality Games to Online Education: Lessons in Strategy, Design and Engagement
Take a moment to think of a childhood experience that you never would have guessed at the time, but has become so relevant to the work you do today. I’ll go first. It’s 2002. Preteen Brieanna sits at her parents’ desk on a rainy day during summer break, playing a game on their Dell desktop computer. She is so immersed in the virtual reality of … Continue reading From Virtual Reality Games to Online Education: Lessons in Strategy, Design and Engagement
Reflecting on Wellness: Navigating the End of the Academic Year – Reminders from a Seasoned Student Affairs Professional Alumna
As the semester draws to a close and graduation day for so many looms on the horizon, it’s natural for students to feel a mix of emotions—excitement, nostalgia, uncertainty, and perhaps even a hint of anxiety about what lies ahead. As a student affairs professional, you are likely in the midst of wrapping up final projects and preparing for the next academic year, perhaps feeling similar sentiments as the … Continue reading Reflecting on Wellness: Navigating the End of the Academic Year – Reminders from a Seasoned Student Affairs Professional Alumna
