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Every Friday, Southwestern staff receive CyberBreak, an email attachment with details about upcoming events, tips and information to keep you up-to-date and informed!

Download the following past issues of CyberBreak below:

2010

June 25 (PDF)
June 18 (PDF)
June 11 (PDF)
June 4 (PDF)
May 28 (PDF)
May 21 (PDF)
May 14 (PDF)
May 7 (PDF)
April 30 (PDF)
April 23 (PDF)
April 16 (PDF)
April 9 (PDF)
April 2 (PDF)
March 26 (PDF)
March 19 (PDF)
March 5 (PDF)
February 26 (PDF)
February 19 (PDF)
February 12 (PDF)
February 5 (PDF)
January 20 (PDF)

January 15 (PDF)
January 8 (PDF)

2009

December 18, 2009 (PDF)
December 11, 2009 (PDF)
December 4, 2009 (PDF)
November 25, 2009 (PDF)
November 13, 2009 (PDF)
November 6, 2009 (PDF)
October 30, 2009 - Email Etiquette (PDF)
October 23, 2009 - Mental Preparation Gets the Work Done (PDF)
October 16, 2009 - The ABCs of Time Management (PDF)
October 9, 2009 - Become a Better Communicator (PDF)
October 2, 2009 - Coping with Your Worries (PDF)
September 25, 2009 - Managing Your Emails Effectively (PDF)
September 18, 2009 Relieving Stress with Exercise & How to Reduce Your Impact (PDF)
September 11, 2009 - How to Give and Receive Feedback (PDF)
September 4, 2009 - Three Steps to Balance in Tough Times (PDF)
August 28, 2009 - Develop an Attitude for Gratitude (PDF)
August 21, 2009 - Let Loose and Play (PDF)
August 14, 2009 - Avoid Cliches (PDF)
August 7, 2009 - Find Your Way to a Speedy Solution (PDF)
July 31, 2009 - Let Go of Anger (PDF)
July 24, 2009 - Become A Better Listener (PDF)
July 17, 2009 - Quick Ways to Manage Your Time (PDF)
July 10, 2009 - The Fundamental Benefits of Workplace Humor (PDF)
July 2, 2009 - Managing Procrastination (PDF)
June 26, 2009 - Everyday Office Ergonomics (PDF)
June 19, 2009 - Cultivate Your Creativity (PDF)
June 12, 2009 - How to Talk to Your Boss (PDF)
June 5, 2009 - Write Effective Email (PDF)
May 29, 2009 - Sticky Service Situations (PDF)
May 22, 2009 - Have a Peaceful Day (PDF)
May 15, 2009 - Staff Reminders for Commencement & Early Summer Fridays (PDF)
May 8, 2009 - Three Hidden Sources of Stress (PDF)
May 1, 2009 - End the Day With Your Head Held High (PDF)
April 24, 2009 - What You Should Know About Multitasking (PDF)
April 17, 2009 - The Four Cs of Being a Team Player (PDF)
April 10, 2009 - Train Your Brain to Retain More (PDF)
April 3, 2009 - Top Ten Ways to Prevent Identity Theft (PDF)
March 27, 2009 - Recognize (PDF)
March 20, 2009 - Ergonomic Tips (PDF)
March 13, 2009 A Winning Attitude (PDF)
March 6, 2009 - Respect! (PDF)
February 27, 2009 - Get Organized (PDF)
February 20, 2009 - Fighting the Afternoon Blahs (PDF)
February 13, 2009 - In the Zone (PDF)
February 6, 2009 - How to Give Critical Feedback (PDF)
January 30, 2009 - Are You a Team Player? (PDF)
January 23, 2009 - Reaction or Response? (PDF)
January 16, 2009 - Go Green: Reuse (PDF)
January 9, 2009 - Put Values First (PDF)
January 2, 2009 - Set More Than Just Goals (PDF)

2008

December 19, 2008 - Give A Gift (PDF)
December 12, 2008 - List Your Accomplishments (PDF)
December 5, 2008 - Feeling Stressed Out? (PDF)
November 26, 2008 - Ways to Have a Great Day at Work for the Holidays (PDF)
November 21, 2008 - Check Your Focus (PDF)
November 14, 2008 - Be Trustworthy - Always (PDF)
October 31, 2008 - Words = Power (PDF)
October 24, 2008 - Good Nutrition: Back to the Basics (PDF)
October 17, 2008 - Avoid Stressful Commutes (PDF)
October 10, 2008 - Meaningful Feedback (PDF)
October 3, 2008 - Value (PDF)
September 26, 2008 - Check Yourself (PDF)
September 19, 2008 - Quick Tips to Help You Manage Your Time (PDF)
August 29, 2008 - 101 Ways to Have a Great Day at Work (PDF)
August 15, 2008 (PDF)
August 8, 2008 - Customer Service Tips and Earthquake Safety Tips (PDF)
August 1, 2008 - Online Learning Resources (PDF)
July 25, 2008 - Learning Legal Terms (PDF)
July 18, 2008 - Ants! (PDF)
July 11, 2008 - Save Money, Save Time, and Meet New Friends (PDF)
June 27, 2008 - SW Alert: Sign Up (PDF)
June 20, 2008 - Southwestern Welcomes the 34th SCALE Class (PDF)
June 13, 2008 - Jury Duty Summons and Healthy Eating: Salad Greens (PDF)
June 6, 2008 - June Observances (PDF)
May 30, 2008 - Summer Heat Dangers (PDF)

May 23, 2008 - Early Summer Fridays: How to Mark Your Timesheet (PDF)

May 16, 2008 (PDF)
May 9, 2008 - Climate, Emissions, and Your Participation (PDF)
May 2, 2008 - Disaster Preparedness (PDF)
April 18, 2008 - The Green Issue: Earth Day (PDF)

April 11, 2008 - Source Reduction Alternatives (PDF)
April 4, 2008 - Wireless Telephone Law FAQ (Part 2): Specifics for Drivers Under and Over 18 Years Old (PDF)
March 28, 2008 - Wireless Telephone Law FAQ (Part 1) and Office Allergies (PDF)
March 21, 2008 - Describing Suspects (PDF)
March 14, 2008 (PDF)
March 7, 2008 - 6 Ingredients for Good Nutrition (PDF)
February 29, 2008 - Greeting Visitors and Telephone Etiquette (PDF)
February 22, 2008 (PDF)
February 15, 2008 - Add Humor to Your Life (PDF)

February 8, 2008 (PDF)
February 1, 2008 - February Observances (PDF)
January 25 2008 - Positive Words, Positive Messages, Positive Living (PDF)
January 18, 2008 (PDF)
January 11, 2008 - Pop Quiz: Spelling (PDF)
January 4, 2008 - Planners: Paper vs. Electronic (PDF)

2007

December 14, 2007 (PDF)
December 7, 2007 (PDF)
November 30, 2007 - Microsoft Word: Keyboard Shortcuts (PDF)
November 16, 2007 - Holiday Travel Flying Tips (PDF)
November 9, 2007 (PDF)
November 2, 2007 (PDF)
October 26, 2007 (PDF)
October 19, 2007 (PDF)
October 12, 2007 - Microsoft Outlook: Keyboard Shortcuts (PDF)
October 5, 2007 - Attitude Builder #1: Schedule Time for Yourself (Daily, Weekly, Monthly) (PDF)
September 28, 2007 (PDF)
September 21, 2007 - 10 Commandments of Business Writing Style (PDF)
September 14, 2007 - Microsoft Outlook: Flag Reminders (PDF)
September 7, 2007 - Take A Break for Proper Ergonomics (PDF)
August 31, 2007 - Learn to Be Funny(PDF)
August 24, 2007 - Plan for the Future (Part 2): ACTION Goals (PDF)
August 17, 2007 - Need Help? Orientation Quick Guide (PDF)
August 10, 2007 - Plan for the Future (Part 1) : Set Goals (PDF)
July 27, 2007 - Receiving Feedback (PDF)
July 20, 2007 - Defeat Procrastination (PDF)
July 13, 2007 - The Power of One (PDF)
July 6, 2007 - Handling Email and Dealing With Change (PDF)
June 29, 2007 - 10 Tips for Employees (PDF)
June 22, 2007 - Handle Complaints with Class (PDF)
June 15, 2007 - Increase Team Productivity (PDF)
June 8, 2007 - Setting and Accomplishing "SMART" Goals (PDF)
June 1, 2007 - Protect Your Home While on Vacation (PDF)
May 25, 2007 (PDF)
May 18, 2007 - Staff Reminders for Commencement 2007 (PDF)
May 11, 2007 - Speak With Strength (PDF)
May 4, 2007 - Sharper Thinking: Ways to Boost Your Brain Power (PDF)
April 27, 2007 - Customer Service Tips (PDF)
April 20, 2007 - Verbal Courtesy (PDF)
April 13, 2007 - Positive Thinking (PDF)
April 6, 2007 - Criticisms and Feedback: Keep It Positive (PDF)
March 30, 2007 - Professional Etiquette at Work (PDF)
March 23, 2007 - Actions Lead to Results (PDF)
March 16, 2007 - Stress and Energy (PDF)
March 9, 2007 - Telephone Manners (PDF)
March 2, 2007 - The Benefits of Laughter(PDF)
February 23, 2007 - Handling People With Negative Attitudes and Preconceptions (PDF)
February 16, 2007 - Scheduling Productive Meetings (PDF)
February 9, 2007 - Stress-Busting Essentials (PDF)
February 2, 2007 - Take Control (PDF)
January 26, 2007 - Dealing With Stress Effectively (PDF)
January 19, 2007 - Tune Up Your Motivational Skills (PDF)
January 12, 2007 - Simplify and Organize (PDF)
January 5, 2007 - Stretch Your Time at Work (PDF)

2006

December 15, 2006 - Managing Stress (PDF)
December 8, 2006 - Holiday Safety Tips (PDF)
December 1, 2006 - Staying Alert (PDF)
November 17, 2006 - Sleep Well, Be Rested (PDF)
November 10, 2006 - Ergonomic Exercises at Your Desk (PDF)
November 3, 2006 - Filing: Finding Documents Quickly (PDF)
October 27, 2006 - Active Listening (PDF)
October 20, 2006 - Balance Your Career and Life (PDF)
October 13, 2006 - Ways to Reduce Stress (PDF)
October 06, 2006 - Building Trust (PDF)
September 29, 2006 - Take Control of Your Email (PDF)
September 22, 2006 - Recognize and Control Stress (PDF)
September 15, 2006 - Delegating: How and When (PDF)
September 8, 2006 - Organizing Your Workday (PDF)
September 1, 2006 - Take Time for Yourself (PDF)
August 25, 2006 - Image and Communication Skills: Responsible Assertiveness (PDF)
August 18, 2006 - Get More Done in Less Time (PDF)
August 11, 2006 - Customer Service: Solving Problems (PDF)
August 4, 2006 - How to be a Great Team Player (PDF)
July 28, 2006 - Work Relationships and Body Language (PDF)
July 21, 2006 - Ergonomic Work Environment (PDF)
July 14, 2006 - Boost Your Brain Power (PDF)
July 7, 2006 - 6 Keys to Effective Listening and Handling Criticisms (PDF)
June 30, 2006 - Control Stress (PDF)
June 23, 2006 - Managing Relationships using the "FIRR" Technique (PDF)
June 16, 2006 - After Work Energizers (PDF)
June 9, 2006 - Building Effective Relationships (PDF)
June 2, 2006 - Learn to Communicate Effectively and Powerfully (PDF)
May 26, 2006 - Relax (PDF)
May 19, 2006 (PDF)
May 12, 2006 - L.E.A.P. Into Handling Complaints (PDF)
May 5, 2006 - Support Students and Encourage Success (PDF)
April 28, 2006 - Customer Service: An Honest Effort (PDF)
April 21, 2006 - Stop and Try Compromising (PDF)
April 14, 2006 - Strengthen Your Writing Skills (PDF)
April 7, 2006 (PDF)
March 31, 2006 - Good Health is in Your Hands (PDF)
March 24, 2006 - Be Comfortable at Work: Posture, Activity, Rest (PDF)
March 10, 2006 - "Are You Available for a Meeting?" (PDF)
March 3, 2006 - Communicating Effectively (PDF)
February 24, 2006 - Medical Emergency Tips (PDF)
February 17, 2006 (PDF)
February 10, 2006 - A Winning Attitude (PDF)
February 3, 2006 - Office Equipment Etiquette (PDF)
January 27, 2006 - Projects and Deadlines: Review, Reassess, Revitalize (PDF)
January 20, 2006 - Electronic Filing (PDF)
January 13, 2006 - Efficient, Effective, and Courteous Telephone Handling (PDF)
January 6, 2006 - Tips on Effective Service (PDF)