My experience in the corporate world showed me how much the human element matters. I went into academia to translate theory into practice.
Why power skills – formerly known as ‘soft skills’ – are the key to business success
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More than half of US teens have had at least one cavity, but fluoride programs in schools help prevent them – new research
Fluoride varnish, easily and quickly applied to a child’s teeth, is an affordable and effective way to help prevent cavities.
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Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe: A Refreshing Twist to a Classic Dish
Tuna pasta salad is a simple and delicious dish made with flaked tuna, pasta, peas, celery, onion, mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, dill, salt, and pepper.
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Spicy Flavors Meet Sweetness in This Gorgonzela Topped Dish
This recipe for Pork Salad with Raspberry-Walnut Sauce serves 6 people and takes 50 minutes to prepare, featuring pork tenderloin, fresh baby spinach, Gorgonzola cheese, and a raspberry-walnut sauce.
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Spicy Provolone and Salami in a Colorful Pasta Salad
This recipe calls for uncooked small pasta, various meats and vegetables, and a dressing made with canola oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, oregano, and pepper, to create a delicious and healthy pasta salad.
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Tasty Twist on a Classic Salad: Chicken Curry Mix with Walnuts and Peaches
This recipe for a Curry Chicken Salad features a mixture of chicken, walnuts, raisins, and peaches served over a bed of spring mix salad greens.
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How to stay safe during heat waves – and heat stroke warning signs to watch for
A public health researcher explains the signs someone is developing heat exhaustion or heat stroke, and what to do.
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Weather It Better: Prepare ahead for summer storms
Homeowners should prepare for summer storm season by assessing their area, identifying the equipment needed, limiting potential damage, and following manufacturers’ guidance and safety precautions.
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Pilot Program Lets Homeowners Build Granny Flats, Boosting Affordability
A pilot program allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in some areas of Chicago has shown promising results, providing a limited but effective release valve for the city’s affordable housing crisis, but the burst of construction seen so far is a pittance compared to the more than 100,000 affordable units’ experts say it would take to satisfy demand.
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Bishop Ray’s Legacy: A Life of Service, Unity, and Compassion
Bishop Harold Calvin Ray, a man of God, lawyer, and community leader, was a pillar of the Joliet community, and his legacy includes his commitment to serving and elevating the masses, writing 24 books, and being a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
