Stacey Polk

This year, Women’s college basketball completed a revolution that has been building for years. Congrats South Carolina, congrats Iowa and Caitlin Clark. What you all did this year is more valuable than a singular championship. You’ve changed history. Thank you.

We are grateful for the opportunity to learn from innovators working to improve return on investment in #HigherEd, especially for students of color and students from low-income backgrounds. Stay tuned for key takeaways from the Value Community of Practice event in the days ahead!

Your Friday must-read thread! ⤵️

Last night @TimarPerry was was the best player on the floor during perhaps the biggest win in the history of @MeanGreenMBB. He's a great player but what he's done for our kids at @WSRyan_DISD proves he's an even better person. youtu.be/_veSqsHWOIo

“Did you ever know someone to lose a game and then celebrate because they played so well?...It’s a good idea I think.”

LIGHT THE FREAKING TOWER! We're going to the NIT championship! #GMG | #NIT2023

Syllabi have the potential to be much more than just lists of course requirements and expectations. APLU & @USUNews’ Sam Levine writes how they can bridge the gap between students and instructors, setting students up for success on day 1. 💡@SEPvoices insidehighered.com/views/2023/02/…

🟢LIGHT THE TOWER⚪️ Your Mean Green outlast UAB in double OT! 📊 LEADERS Tylor: 28 pts Abou: 15 pts Kai: 15 pts Rubin: 12 pts #GMG

“I, for one, wish you good memories of this holiday. And I hope you’ll be able to look for all the different ways that people have of showing that they love you.”

Great #SEL strategy here from @SicotteDanielle! #edchat #selfawareness #teachertwitter

Authenticity is not about being unfiltered. It's about staying true to your principles. The goal isn't to voice every opinion you hold. It's to stand up for ideas that are consistent with your ideals. Being genuine is closing the gap between what you value and what you express.

We carry too much guilt about letting others down—and too little fear of letting ourselves down. We don't fully control whether we live up to others' expectations. We do decide whether we meet our own. The most important commitments to uphold are the ones you make to yourself.

Feedback is not about sizing people up. It's about helping them grow. 78 studies: criticism is more motivating when you (a) meet face-to-face; (b) compare behavior to a standard, not to others; (c) suggest changes to make. People want to improve when it's clear that you care.

15 Powerful Visuals About Psychology & Life: 1.

The true leader in a group is rarely the person who talks the most. It's usually the person who listens best. Listening is more than hearing what’s said. It’s noticing and surfacing what isn’t said. Inviting dissenting views and amplifying quiet voices are acts of leadership.

A sign of character is focusing more on how you treat others than how they treat you. Narcissists feel entitled to get respect. They aim to be the most important person in every room. Humble people strive to show respect. They aim to make everyone in the room feel important.

Feeling unsteady is not a sign of instability. It's often a path to progress. Standing still feels secure, but gaining momentum to move forward requires tilt or sway. Walking is controlled falling. Being in equilibrium breeds comfort. Feeling off balance leads to growth.

Working on your syllabus for the fall? Check out our FREE online module with tips on how to foster student belonging through the syllabus! library.studentexperienceproject.org/courses/syllab…