Random Gifts from Mother Nature

Random Gifts from Mother Nature

You know how when you do things over and over again – like driving to the grocery store or collecting the mail – you don’t remember parts of them? It’s easy to get lost in our thoughts. Today, while doing a mundane task (taking out the trash), I was in my...

Better FAFSA Help

National College Access Network (NCAN) is hosting informational webinars to help students prepare for the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (aka the Better FAFSA), which is set to open in December 2023. Each two-hour webinar is free but will cover the...

Recommended Read

For tips and strategies to help you succeed in and out of the classroom, check out The College Success Guide: Your guide to navigating college, conquering obstacles, and thriving. This new book by Georgia Tech grad student Devesh Dalmian tackles topics like...
Transparency

Transparency

In a recent business meeting we were asked to reflect on lessons we learned early in our careers, but with a bit of a twist: What did you learn to do more of and what did you learn to avoid or do less of? A memory I had not thought of in years came flooding back. It...
Time in Nature

Time in Nature

Thanks to a couple of team member’s ideas, we recently held a “yoga in the park” event and met for a volunteer activity at a local lake to haul and spread mulch on the paths. During our yoga session, we got a unique perspective, laying on our backs and seeing the...
The Line

The Line

At a recent board meeting of a not-for-profit, we discussed privilege, luck and fortune. I was reminded of a video I’ve seen where the players on a high school football team were lined up on the goal line when their coach prompted: “Move to the 10-yard line if you...