We are finishing up our first week of September, and heading into a holiday weekend. September can be one of the busiest times of the year as we prepare for UCI's academic year to begin, and this year we have additional challenges as we work in a … [Continue reading]
Another Mosquito Bite, and Another, and Another!
After I come inside from gardening, I will notice about 6 bites, and mostly on my legs. Why are we getting so many bites, and we don't know their biting until that irritating itch? Let me introduce you to the invasive Aedes Mosquito. The link has … [Continue reading]
All about MASKS!
The theme for tomorrow's Breakaway Moments is: ALL ABOUT MASKS! Let's start of the conversation with some helpful information: Great information from the group Masks4All, that was featured in the June 2nd UCI COVID-19 Updates email, titled … [Continue reading]
Forest Bathing
Have you heard about forest bathing? Have you done it? Well, what is forest bathing? It started in Japan as The Society of Forest Medicine within the Japanese Society for Hygiene states “Incorporating forest bathing trips into a good lifestyle was … [Continue reading]
A fascinating library (history of science) created by a scholar
Amazed by a special library developed by a scholar using Zotero that currently has more than 20,000 items. More amazed by the the tiered classification scheme created particularly for the library. … [Continue reading]
Are you a fan of PUZZLES?!
Love puzzles but tired of having to make room for your puzzles?! Below are two sites offering free digital puzzles! How fast can you piece together a 20 piece puzzle of a jungle cat (easy) or a 300 piece puzzle of a clown at a circus (HARD!)? … [Continue reading]
July Calendar from Calm.com
Hi all, Below is a the FREE July calendar from Calm.com. Great suggestions include July 31st's "journal for 10 minutes," and "take a technology break" on Wednesday, July 22nd. Just remember to take a technology break AFTER work! ;) Feel … [Continue reading]
Zoom Fatigue: What is it, and How to Alleviate it
If you’ve been feeling extra tired after a day of zoom meetings, well there’s a reason for that and it’s called “Zoom fatigue”. The meetings that connect us can also tax our brains, as this isn’t how we’re used to interacting. Some of the social … [Continue reading]
Equity and Inclusion During COVID-19
Equity and Inclusion During COVID-19 … [Continue reading]
Virtual Walk Challenges!
Hi all! If you want to take advantage of the beautiful weather and do some virtual traveling, try a VIRTUAL WALK CHALLENGE! Below are three sites that offer some great views as you walk. Try one out for a week and lets us know what you thought of … [Continue reading]
How to Find Awe and Beauty Indoors
From UC Berkeley's Greater Good Magazine. The full title of the article is: Stuck at Home? How to Find Awe and Beauty Indoors: During quarantine, you can gain a sense of perspective by discovering what's wondrous in the clutter of your home. by … [Continue reading]
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