Alexandra Sastre

Using Passion Projects for Inspiration, Self-Care, and Fun

In the face of busyness and stress, passion projects are a chance to reclaim your physical, emotional, and mental energy.

Academia requires a lot of your time and attention. Here’s help on building and maintaining friendships that make it all worth it.

Mapping self-care into your plan before, during, and after the semester can help you find balance, prioritize rest, and cultivate your energy.

Classroom icebreakers that get students engaged and comfortable, whether in an online classroom or in person.

Conference abstract writing can be challenging, but here is how to distill the stakes and impact of your project in just a few words.

What to keep in mind when using informational interviews to craft an awesome interdisciplinary career within or beyond academia.

Career narrative essentials for helping you narrate your experience, highlight your skills, and find employment beyond the academy.

From time management and budgeting to navigating the free resources available to you, self-care practices go beyond just relaxation.

Things to keep in mind as you approach your summer teaching and our best strategies for a creating a positive, productive educational experience.