August 7, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: A Season of Transition
I must admit that whenever I see the calendar turn over to August, I get a bit of the August blues. It’s hard not to feel wistful about the end of the quieter days of June and July as we prepare for a new academic year. So, as we send out this first newsletter of … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: A Season of Transition
July 29, 2026
Faculty Hub Space Reopening on Monday, 8/3
The Faculty Hub space will reopen on Monday, August 3. Due to construction, the only way to enter is through the Administrative Wing of Boatwright Library and taking the elevator to the third floor. If you are unfamiliar with the building, here is a brief wayfinding video to show you how to get there.
July 13, 2026
Faculty Hub Space Closed From July 13 to 31
Due to ongoing construction and the upcoming closure of Boatwright Library, the Faculty Hub Space will be closed from July 13 to 31. During this time, we will not be open for reservations or for drop-ins. We will reopen on Monday, Aug. 3. Although our space is closed, Faculty Hub staff are still at work, … Continue reading Faculty Hub Space Closed From July 13 to 31
April 27, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: Imagine New Audiences for Your Scholarship
Congratulations on making it to exam week! Now that we are nearing the end of the semester, it’s a good time to see if any of our end-of-semester events could help you either relax or connect during this busy time, or help you feel more prepared for the next academic year in general. If you … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: Imagine New Audiences for Your Scholarship
April 20, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: While the Trick Is the Same, What You Make of It Is Not
Of my two favorite things ever recorded for television, the second is Ricky Jay’s magic show taped for HBO, Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants. I was lucky enough to randomly see this when it aired, and it was the most impressive thing I had ever witnessed. I grew up watching magic specials with large-scale … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: While the Trick Is the Same, What You Make of It Is Not
April 13, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: Learning on the Fly
The other day, someone asked me, “What is the most surprising thing about being a new parent?” So many things! But in the moment, I think I said something about how quickly you learn how to hold, feed, soothe, entertain, and generally care for a newborn – nothing quite prepares you for it, but you … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: Learning on the Fly
April 6, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: The Value of Learning Outside of a Grade
Every spring, I find joy in tracking whale migrations, particularly the right whales moving from the Carolinas into New England. There’s a pleasure in following whales during what tends to be a turbulent time in the academic year, when we balance the chaos of finals season with making summer plans. By comparison, whale watching feels … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: The Value of Learning Outside of a Grade
March 30, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: Finding a Path Toward Understanding
Coaching my kids’ sports teams has changed how I think about learning. When I first started coaching, my instinct was to point out what kids were doing wrong. It felt direct, efficient—even helpful. But I’ve learned that it rarely leads to improvement. What works better is focusing on specific adjustments. Instead of just saying, “That’s … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: Finding a Path Toward Understanding
March 23, 2026
This Week in the Faculty Hub: Coolest Events Coming in April and May
I’ve lived in the Mid-Atlantic region for over 20 years now, but the Michigan girl in me always feels a bit of awe when Virginia goes from “stick season” to glorious spring in what seems like an instant. Of course, those daffodils and flowering trees also signal the last quarter of the academic year. While … Continue reading This Week in the Faculty Hub: Coolest Events Coming in April and May