We don’t always know what we don’t know… You may need to read that a couple times before it makes sense. These are Unknown-Unknowns, as they are called in the Rumsfield Matrix (Uncertainty Project explanation). This can be the place where the most well-intentioned ally engaged in diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging work can
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Cloudy with a 20% Chance of Uncertainty
One of my projects went live today! The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science reached out tome, in the spring to see if I’d be interested in contributing to their blog, The Link and I jumped at the opportunity! The first of the videos I’ll be creating for them went live last week! https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/alda-center/thelink/posts/Cloudy_with_a_Chance.php
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Powerhouse LinkedIn Networking Training
One of my favorite tasks is leading interactive trainings that provide tools attendees can immediately implement in their lives and in their work. One recent training I designed and led was for the Science Communication Trainers Network (SCTN) entitled “Using LinkedIn to be a Powerhouse Networker.” The description was, “In this session, participants will learn
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Adding to the Lifelong Learner’s Toolbox
I’m a huge proponent of the concept of lifelong learning. It’s part of what drew me into journalism for my first bachelor’s degree and it continues to guide my interests. I’m in the process of completing a MOOC from the State University of New York called Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success. As
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A New Adventure Begins!
Starting my own consulting company has been a dream of mine for many years and the time has finally come to get this party started! I can’t wait to share more about the work I am already doing, share useful resources I encounter and find new opportunities to collaborate with others. It’s time to begin
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Collaboration Across Scientific Disciplines
15 viewsHey scientists, I know we love to TALK about cross-disciplinary research (and funders love to promote that…well, at least they have in the past…that’s another blog post). But have you had a chance to step back and think about the term? What about the difference between cross-disciplinary, multi-disciplinary, transdisciplinary or any other buzz word floating
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