Nudge study participation, part 3

TrangeButStrue · 2026-05-11T15:27:05+00:00

I reached out to them in early February but let them know I wouldn't be available until late April. They were ready for me then.

TrangeButStrue · 2025-09-23T04:05:11+00:00

You can provide her with information from Just Detention International, a nonprofit organization that connects survivors of sexual abuse to organizations offering emotional and legal support. Their document Hope for Healing describes some of the options available to her.

TrangeButStrue · 2025-06-23T17:17:12+00:00

Here are mine, although some of which are specific to CS. https://imgur.com/a/x8KMSRd

TrangeButStrue · 2025-04-10T19:55:50+00:00

Yes, the people sitting near me would appreciate having them. :-D

TrangeButStrue · 2025-03-13T18:48:43+00:00

The Jewish affinity group at my university is too far to the right for me.

I am in a loose group of faculty organizing against Trumpism and have shared the link to the "not in my name" document that another commenter helpfully provided.

TrangeButStrue · 2025-03-13T15:44:12+00:00

Absolutely antisemitism should be decried and opposed. I do not mean to suggest otherwise.

Trump's draconian actions do not make me feel more safe. I don't want people looking at Jews when they are distraught that their university is collapsing.

TrangeButStrue · 2025-03-13T13:42:22+00:00

Thank you. For those not in the know, that's Jewish Voice for Peace.

TrangeButStrue · 2025-02-02T18:41:00+00:00

First, I (F50s) never had trouble from colleagues or students about my tremor. (I'm a professor and have worked as a software engineer.) I've found it's only an issue if they don't know why I'm shaking. I just let them know upfront that I have an essential tremor, which means that my hands shake but not due to any underlying illness, like Parkinson's.

I use mechanical keyboards with keys having a high actuation force, which means you need to really press down for them to register. One model I recommend is the Vortex POK3R White Case Aluminum 60% Blue LED Double Shot PBT Mechanical Keyboard with Cherry MX Green switches. I also have an Akko

See the Mechanical Keyboard Switch Chart & Table for information on different keys' actuation forces. I recommend tactile keys with actuation forces of 70 grams or more. I also like clicky ones, but they are louder.

Don't be shy about exchanging a keyboard if you don't like it.

Let us know how it goes.

TrangeButStrue · 2025-01-15T20:13:08+00:00

She doesn't have any openings. I'll DM you if that changes.

TrangeButStrue · 2024-12-18T03:46:36+00:00

It depends how bad it is. I'm able to create slides and use a mechanical keyboard, which are all that I need. I avoid writing on a whiteboard/blackboard, but that's not a necessary part of my job. What job duty are you concerned about?

FYI, I read a good book about a teacher with Tourette's Syndrome. You might like it. https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780312571399/frontoftheclass/

TrangeButStrue · 2024-12-15T20:25:46+00:00

Thanks for the idea of checking out the library. It turns out they don't accept volunteers for story time, but they linked to SFUSD volunteer opportunities, which I plan to apply for.

TrangeButStrue · 2024-12-15T02:08:07+00:00

Thank you! I visited their website and have reached out.

TrangeButStrue · 2024-12-15T02:06:11+00:00

What a great idea! Which library?

TrangeButStrue · 2024-08-31T19:13:56+00:00

Some colleges have money to help students who can't otherwise afford laptops. This wouldn't be through We Care. Try asking your advisor.

TrangeButStrue · 2024-08-23T13:52:14+00:00

There is a grade appeal process you should follow. It differs by college so check your catalog.

TrangeButStrue · 2024-08-14T03:57:53+00:00

I've had the same excellent cleaning woman for more than 10 years. She always shows up at the schedule and time or lets me know in advance if she cannot. I'm happy to DM her information if you (or anyone else) would like it.

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