Tag: writing

When Everything Looks Like AI: How Over-Scrutinizing Student Writing Causes Real Harm

AI panic has taken over a lot of academic spaces lately. You can feel it the moment you start writing something for a class. Instead of thinking about what you want to say, you start wondering how it might be interpreted. Not for clarity or quality, but for whether it “sounds like AI.” It’s an … Continue reading When Everything Looks Like AI: How Over-Scrutinizing Student Writing Causes Real Harm →

I’m Credentialed! Now what?

This morning, I sat for the aPHR certification. I was so nervous! It's marketed as a "knowledge based credential" for people who are just entering their HR careers, or for people with no prior HR experience who manage individuals. Well, I passed, so that's the exciting thing! But the more I think about the questions … Continue reading I’m Credentialed! Now what? →

Why I Turned Down a Job Offer, Even Though I Wanted the Role

Recently, I was offered a position with a local school district. It was a role I was excited about. It aligned with my background, would have let me make a direct impact, and offered the kind of work I care deeply about. But after careful thought, I turned it down. The reason? The salary. This … Continue reading Why I Turned Down a Job Offer, Even Though I Wanted the Role →

Breaking Into HR: Lessons from a Non-Traditional Path

Pursuing a career in HR when you didn’t start there can feel intimidating, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. Here’s how I made the leap, what I’ve learned, and what I’d tell anyone else considering the jump. The Long Way Around When I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Social Work back in 2005, I thought … Continue reading Breaking Into HR: Lessons from a Non-Traditional Path →