Jodi Retires!!!

After 10 long and grueling years at the Egyptian Health Department, I am retiring from the position of Director of Behavioral Health. I've accepted teaching positions from 3 places, Mid-Continent University, Southeastern Illinois College and National American University. Right now, I'll be teaching courses online (Group Dynamics, Intro to Psych, Marriage & Family, and Organizational Psychology) and face-to-face courses (Intro to Psych and Group Dynamics).

I'm very excited about my new challenge, since I will be able to finally take part in the rearing of my children, instead of having everyone else do it. Many people have tried to convince me that I won't like the slowing of pace, but not having to travel to Chicago 3 times a year, Springfield once a month, Bloomington too often, and Mt. Vernon every week, I think I can get used to the fact I can finally relax and let my education pay off.

As for the dissertation, I am still working on it. The whole IRB approval system is a load of crap, but I suppose it is for my protection. It is frustrating, but I'll get through it.