On Purpose, a blog by Dean Nita Ahuja, MD, MBA, shares monthly inspiration, ideas and ways to engage within the school community and beyond.
Drawing on Badger spirit, Dean Ahuja’s writings explore research, teaching and service at the nation’s first school of medicine and public health. She encourages everyone to explore their curiosity, push boundaries and innovate boldly as we put the Wisconsin Idea into action.
On Purpose is sent to all faculty, staff and students in the school and made available for wider reading.
I have always liked New Year’s resolutions. There is something symbolic about turning over a new leaf along with the calendar. I have found the most success when I mindfully take stock and consider how I can continue to grow, both personally and professionally.
It has been an incredible first semester as a Badger, and as leaves and temperatures drop they invite us to pause and reflect.
As I cross the four-month mark as Dean, I reflect on how energizing it has been. Between many meetings, strategy sessions, reading, learning and lots of listening, it has been a joy to experience many “firsts.”