Compass

Planning Great Digital Experiences for Students

My name is Jill Singletary and I have the best job on campus! I manage the programming in The Hub in the University Center. My job pays me to keep up on pop culture, meet cool and interesting people, and program and attend all sorts of fun events in the Hub and now virtually. What could be better!? 

Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night (nor COVID) stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.

Micro-articles about Our Staff & Communities

Navigating Work-Life Balance from Home

Making the transition from working in an office to working remotely can present many challenges and lead to a skewed perception of work life balance. However, there are several ways in which you can effectively accomplish your work, while maintaining a healthy personal life.

Coming Together in Challenging Times

This article gives some excellent resources during these trying times, whether at work or at home.

Put the websites on your “favorite links” so you can refer to them as we move forward.

Staying Fit & Calm with Zoom Workouts

Exercising might not be a priority in our lives as we try to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Perhaps it should be, as physical activity is one of the most powerful forces for good health. Physical activity helps prevent and/or treat many physical and mental health conditions. Staying active can reduce stress, improve our immune system, and strengthen our muscles.  

Providing Much Needed Masks for Our Community

IN THE GOOD ‘OL DAYS mornings were bedlam. Feed the pets, put out the trash, get something resembling clothing on the kids, cram some toast or coffee down our throats and run out the door like zombies had finally found a way in. Now, we get out of bed and walk a few steps to our makeshift offices ─ room corner, kitchen counter, laundry room, ironing board ─ and sit as far away from our computers so our co-workers can’t see our imperfections on Zoom.

Taking Some Time for Reflection and Self-Care

As we navigate this phase of uncertain and challenging times, we'd like to send out some positivity and support. Here are some thoughts and borrowed wisdom for you to consider.

1. Grace: give yourself and each other understanding and time as we move through this. We are grieving our normal lives and normal ways of doing things, both in our lives and in work.