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Going Live with DigitaLobby

Rolin Moe Featured March 1, 2016 No Comments »

Today we launch the SPU DigitaLobby, a space for students, faculty and staff to engage the Open Web in their teaching, learning and scholarship. SPU has a long history as a pioneer in understanding the importance of digital identity and transformation in cultivating the minds and character of its community members. In the 1990s, SPU […]

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Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Living in the Moment, on the site SPU Wellness 2 months, 1 week ago

Finally, it’s summer! Previously on the Wellness blog we’ve talked about mindfulness and being present. This can be difficult during the hustle and bustle of navigating college, but what about summer? Som […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Faculty Spotlight: Positive Psychology, on the site SPU Wellness 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Positive psychology has gained popularity over the years, shifting attention from studying what is negatively impacting individuals to understanding the positive aspects of well-being. Introduced in 1998 by Dr. […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Happiness vs. Meaningfulness, on the site SPU Wellness 2 months, 2 weeks ago

There is debate in the world of research on whether pursuing a happy life or a meaningful life will lead to overall better well-being. It might seem obvious that we all want to live well and to be satisfied with […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Altruism, on the site SPU Wellness 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Altruistic acts are selfless acts that benefit others, despite what the act might mean for you. When we think about altruism, we think of big acts of kindness, like building houses for those in need or donating […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Laughter, on the site SPU Wellness 3 months ago

Laughter is something we all do – it’s universal among humans despite race and cultural differences. Laughter even comes before we can talk, which we see in happy, giggly babies. But why do we laugh and what are […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Grit, on the site SPU Wellness 3 months, 1 week ago

When we think about what it takes to be successful (even when things get tough), we think about the concepts of motivation and self-discipline. A lot of the time it’s hard to find the get-up-and-go attitude we n […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Burnout, on the site SPU Wellness 3 months, 2 weeks ago

National Nurse’s Week (May 6-12) not only recognizes the contribution of practicing nurses but also the high demands placed on nursing students. Nursing students must balance a rigorous curriculum with long h […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Faculty Spotlight: Social Media, on the site SPU Wellness 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Social media, such as Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat, are the norm for college students. In and out of the classroom, students are generally engaged in at least one, if not all, of these social media platforms. […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Opposite Action, on the site SPU Wellness 3 months, 3 weeks ago

This month we’ve talked about understanding emotions, values and how to accumulate positive emotions, and checking the facts. This week we’re talking about opposite action – a strategy you can use to regul […]
Jordan Skalisky wrote a new post, Checking the Facts, on the site SPU Wellness 4 months ago

We’ve talked about how we’re always feeling an emotion and how identifying your emotions is a great step towards understanding them. While describing your emotions are useful, it’s also helpful to know what you’r […]

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