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“A very little key will open a very heavy door” (Charles Dickens, Hunted Down)
Wind energy opportunities for young people in mechanical engineering
"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: https://www.asme.org/ @ASME.org @ASMEdotorg @asme #Calling #Careers Bob Dylan sang, "The answer my friend is blowin' in the wind." He must have had some foresight. A recent...
Notes and quotes: Are side hustles worth it?
"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #Calling #CareerWhen you're engaged in your career, you'll likely encounter the decision about starting a side hustle. In my day, it was called "moonlighting." Main point: "...side...
Notes and quotes: Keep your career on the move
An article I read described characteristics of self-made millionaires and dug into how they got that way. Main point: "They [233 millionaires] quit their mid- to late-career jobs, saying they felt it was the only way they could truly succeed and build wealth." Why...
Seen and heard: Electric vehicle shortcomings include the charging environment
Are you on the EV bandwagon. There are advantages to using them, but there are also things that need work. One influential YouTube tech reviewer had some thoughts. Main point: "…driving an EV may not be as hassle-free as some had thought, as YouTube star Marques...
Seen and heard: If you can think it, this system will write it
I pulled this up from some older news. An amazing development: a system that translates brain activity into text, a boon for those who are physically unable to write or type. Main point: "The device – part of a longstanding research collaboration called BrainGate – is...
Notes and quotes: El Niño and La Niña giving a sneak preview?
An article gives us a glimpse of what we can expect from this year's weather patterns. Main point: "El Niño is expected to arrive later this year, and the warmer weather pattern could continue to build up through 2024, sending global temperatures past that 1.5 degrees...
Notes and quotes: Hot desking in the office?
Would you share a desk with an office mate. An article noted that Google wants employees to share desks. In the military, shift workers would share a bunk, the rationale being all workers didn't need a bunk at the same time during their off time. Should we call what...
Everywhere to Everywhere – Regional Alumni Networks: Strengthening Bonds Beyond Borders
Alumni joining the November Alumni Association Webinar on November 15, 2023 discussed the exciting idea of regional alumni networks. Attendees explored the Alumni Network Initiative, examining its definition, purpose, and the exercise of patience required for its...