Samson Blackwell

Perennially curious, philosophically inclined, consistently outdoors. My opinions are always already mine.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

https://t.co/OiTavJWXYE

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

First poem I’ve written in a long, long time.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Interesting findings about overcoming the gender pay gap: If we treat pay equity as a social norm, decision-makers feel more obligated to align with the social norm. In the study, this approach eliminated the pay gap.

https://t.co/fleA8RdGVK

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

It's a Scout mocha in the afternoon kinda day. How's your day?

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

I mean, did drop it, though. I'd rate this as a Pickford-level save.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

A recent report from Hawai'i also clearly demonstrated that taxing solar or changing/eliminating NEM will kill our chances to become #fossilfuel free.

[Solar Rights Alliance @solar_rights]

.@californiapuc, got it? #NoSolarTax

(You can help make sure they get it.)➡️ https://t.co/dCxZjJXuQg
cc: @GavinNewsom #SaveSolar

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Couldn't agree more. My team uses it daily and it helps us stay organized like no other system I've used.

[Patrick Collison @patrickc]

The product I've recommended the most to disparate teams and people this year is @asana. Exceptionally well-implemented and broadly useful.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

I agree. What I'm seeing is not a trend. Organizations that don't adapt will continue to struggle—and probably wonder why.

[Eric Mosley @EricMosley]

Don’t be mistaken: the changes we adapted to in the pandemic weren’t temporary trends. This month, I wrote in @Forbes about why those changes, among many others, are here to stay.

Learn more about how your teams can navigate the changes. https://t.co/6udrxPiSze

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Or Zoom. Anything that prioritizes speech over writing for complex topics.

[Michael Girdley @girdley]

2. Don't write emails longer than 5 sentences.

Practice removing 50% of words until you can write succinctly.

Or pick up the damn phone.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

As a CLA alum and a former transfer student, I strongly recommend attending. This is the best way to get connected to people who want to help you be successful.

[Cal Poly College of Liberal Arts @CalPolyCLA]

Virtual Open House is an opportunity for admitted and prospective students to learn more about the College of Liberal Arts and its resources! Don't miss tomorrow's CLA Information Session and register now for the online event: https://t.co/UwPTgaPN1u.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Interesting information on the heels of the CSU decision to remove SAT/ACT scores from admissions criteria. Question: how *will* the CSU avoid the affiliation bias trap?

[Pete Skomoroch @peteskomoroch]

MIT reinstating standardized test requirement for applications. Not having SATs/ACT scores to consider tends to raise socioeconomic barriers and using tests like the SAT improves diversity in admissions: https://t.co/j5Zv99WMxD

[Cal Poly A&F @insidecalpoly]

For today's #MondayMatters we will acknowledge the EHS department for creating the frameworks, plans and procedures used across campus to keep more than 4,000 students attending in-person classes healthy. You can access more information here: https://t.co/V43LuMAUpj

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

A morning view of Bishop Peak from Cal Poly. #morningview #sippingcoffee

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

The Cal Poly campus continues to grow and evolve.

This is the Avenue, once the primary dining facility. I used to have Phlunch (philosophy lunch) at the Ave when I was a student here. It's undergoing a major redesign. Looking forward to what emerges.

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Coming back to this website a bit more regularly and it looks like I have -quite a few- followbacks to do.

*adds to afternoon task list*

[Cal Poly A&F @insidecalpoly]

Meet Amy Voorhies! Amy works in Public Safety Business Services to promote and share programs and services with the campus community. Amy has contributed to major efforts such as the Mustang Express, TAPS event services, and the new Rave Guardian safety app. #WorkdayWednesday

[Cal Poly Jobs @calpolyjobs]

#NowHiring Research Integrity Coordinator. To see full position description, click here https://t.co/Rxj5GoO0xy

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

An important article that also reflects my experience.

I Am Not Proof of the American Dream https://t.co/TbPYwQa69y

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Hello again, 2022

[Samson Blackwell @samsonblackwell]

Hello, 2022.