In today’s competitive adjective landscape, the concept of a personal brand has increased importance. Branding involves the strategic creation of an identity through communication for individuals, companies, or organizations, offering a means to stand out amidst the crowd and establish expertise that outshines competitors. A personal brand serves as a …

In her youth, just outside of the city, in a suburb of Northern Virginia, India Hagen-Gates dreamed of being a cowboy and owning horses and of being an archeologist, just like Dr. Indiana Jones. In the area she lived, she was able to experience the Smithsonian and many museums such …

Burnout is a demoralizing feeling that can affect many people in their day-to-day life. It is the feeling of emptiness, mental exhaustion, and lack of motivation/care. This has been an ongoing feeling for many people for a while, including SIU alumnus, graduate teaching assistants, and undergraduates. “The Burnout Pandemic” A …