Late last night we started navigating a medical issue with one of our dogs (that we hope is on its way to resolving following a vet visit this morning), so I am behind in all my things today. I am trying to get a few items written for you before our publication deadline hits. Thank you for your patience today!
A few photos from South Campus
I saw some telltale signs of spring as I walked on South Campus today: there is hay on some of our grass (presumably to help the grass seed take root), and the ground has been aerated, with tiny pinkie-sized clumps of dirt upended.
There is a tree right outside of Carswell Hall (where I teach) that is in full bloom. A better gardener than me could tell you what it is. But it is glorious. There is also a Magnolia tree in front of Carswell that has this low, L-shaped branch that would be perfect to sit on if you wanted a couple minutes of shade. And there were plenty of students out enjoying the sunshine and the shade of the tent.
I meant to look at this the last time I was on Mag Quad and was short on time so I did not. But there is a long, red scarflike installation on the public art sculptures near Tribble Courtyard and Shorty’s and I don’t know what it is. Inquiring minds want to know.
Women’s History Month events
March is Women’s History Month and there are a variety of events that members of our campus might wish to attend. Hopefully your students will see some items that interest them and they can join in.
Navigating job transitions and layoffs
One of the emails I got today was from the Beyond the Forest e-newsletter, from the WFU Alumni Personal and Development Center. They offer some advice that I hope our Wake Foresters don’t need, but perhaps should be kept in the back pocket just in case: how to handle job transitions and layoffs. Here’s a sampling:
“Job loss and managing a career transition are some of the most stressful events in a person’s life. Whether you’re hearing about lay-offs in the news or experiencing one personally, it can be difficult to know how to respond to the people you know who are impacted or where to begin searching for your next role.
Here are a few resources to help you navigate these times of stress and transition as well as how to offer support to others.
5 Things to Do Immediately If You Get Laid Off: Losing your job can come as a huge shock. Try to focus on the basic things that you can control in the aftermath. These 5 actionable tips are a helpful place to start.
What to Do When You Get Laid Off: This thorough piece from BetterUp is a helpful guide to navigating a job loss. Be sure to check out their 6 tips for landing a new position after a lay-off.
The Best Ways to Help Someone Who Got Laid Off: As fellow Wake Foresters, what a great way to put “Pro Humanitate” into practice than being empathetic connectors for our friends and other Deacs. Read these practical tips for offering up support.
LEARN Wake Forest Alumni Career Development Model™: Our LEARN Model is a great, free tool for navigating career change. Enter into the LEARN step that aligns with your current situation and utilize the tools and resources to help you think reflectively about your next move.”
In the words of Scarlett O’Hara, “after all, tomorrow is another day.” If your day was as hectic as mine was, I wish you smooth sailing tomorrow 🙂
