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April is Stress Awareness Month! STRESS: Stop-Take Time-Relax-Exercise & Seek Support. 🧘 🏃‍♀️‍➡️ Your well-being matters—take care of yourself today and every day. #StressManagement #MentalHealthMatters #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

Research indicates that effective workplace leadership is a primary driver of employee engagement, productivity, and organizational performance.   We want to hear from you! Drop your answer in the comments!👇  #Leadership #YourVoiceMatters #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

Today we celebrate Easter! It symbolizes hope, renewal, and new life, and is observed with various traditions including church services, festive meals, and egg-related activities. ⛪ #Easter2026 #EasterSunday #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

#NationalPoetryMonth is an annual celebration of poetry's power to inspire, connect, and express human emotions. 🗣️Who is your favorite poet or the name of your favorite poem?   Drop your answer in the comments! 👇 #PoetryMonth #CulturalIntelligence

#NationalVolunteerMonth is a time to recognize, honor, and promote the invaluable contributions of volunteers across communities. 🤝 Where are you volunteering this month? Tell us below in the comments! 👇 #VolunteerAppreciation #CulturalIntelligence

Celebrate #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth with us! Officially recognized nationwide since 2021, it highlights achievements across various fields while challenging stereotypes. Let’s come together to recognize and appreciate this vibrant community! #NAAHM #CIQ101

Today we observe #GoodFriday, a Christian holiday that commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is a day of reflection, mourning, and prayer, honoring Jesus' sacrifice for humanity's salvation.   #Easterweekend #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

April 2 is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay! Every person deserves compassion and support—spread awareness and help make the world a more accepting place for all.  Show your support by dropping a blue heart 💙 in the comments! #AutismAcceptanceMonth #CIQ101

#HolyThursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, is a Christian observance that commemorates the #LastSupper of Jesus Christ. It is a time for reflection on Jesus' teachings of humility and service. Do this in remembrance of Me. #HolyWeek #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

Passover, or Pesach, is a major eight-day Jewish festival (seven days in Israel) celebrating the biblical story of the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt over 3,300 years ago.  Chag Pesach Sameach! #Passover2026 #Pesach #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

This #AutismAcceptanceMonth, remember: Autism is not a limitation, but a different way of seeing the world. Let’s celebrate and promote understanding and acceptance by putting 🧩💙  in the comments.  #CelebrateDifferences #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity #CulturalIntelligence

💬 We would love your perspective...Drop your thoughts in the comments below 👇 #CultureConversation #CulturalIntelligenceQuestions #CulturalIntelligence #OpenQuestion#WeAskYou

🌟 Recognizing Laura Clegg — Executive Assistant to the President Laura keeps the Office of the President running smoothly, coordinating communications and supporting campus leadership. Thank you, Laura, for all you do! 💛 #WomensMonth #SMU

🗳️ We want to hear from YOU! 👇 Drop your answer in the comments! #YourVoiceMatters #CulturalIntelligenceQuestions #CulturalIntelligence #WeAskYou #OpenQuestion

🌟 Celebrating Shannon Brown — Director of Purchasing Shannon supports SMU through strong procurement practices, vendor partnerships, and efficient operations across campus. Thank you, Shannon, for your impact! 💙 #WomensHistoryMonth

🌿 Palm Sunday marks Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, welcomed by crowds waving palm branches. It begins Holy Week and symbolizes victory, peace, and hope. 🙌 Hosannah! 🙌 #PalmSunday #Hosanna #CIQ101 #CulturalIntelligence

🗳️ We want to hear from YOU! 👇 Drop your answer in the comments! #YourVoiceMatters #CulturalIntelligenceQuestions #CulturalIntelligence #WeAskYou #OpenQuestion

🌟 Celebrating Dayna Oscherwitz — Associate Provost for Institutional Effectiveness Dayna leads SMU’s efforts in institutional effectiveness, helping programs and systems support students, faculty, and staff. Thank you, Dayna, for your leadership! 💙 #WomensHistoryMonth

🗳️ We want to hear from YOU! 👇 Drop your answer in the comments! #YourVoiceMatters #CulturalIntelligenceQuestions #CulturalIntelligence #WeAskYou #OpenQuestion

🌟 Meet Mai Bui — Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Interim Mai is a people-centered leader focused on building strong systems, accountability, and a supportive workplace culture at SMU. Thank you, Mai, for all you do! 💙 #WomensHistoryMonth