Tai Josek, Ph.D.

If others want to add to this thread with Andrea’s poems that that they loved please feel free to do so here. Please be kind and respectful if you do choose to add.

Andrea Gibson Poem - Your LIfe - A Gender-ful Pep Talk For My Younger Self — Andrea Gibson, Poet, Writer, Activist, Author, Performer - Andrea's New Book "You Better Be Lightning" Available Now gender poem, queer poem, lgbtq poem

Another poem that hits you in the feels and again makes me cry. This one is a reminder that my life has always had purpose and meaning and that I can continue to shape it however I want or need to. andreagibson.org/your-life

YouTube video by Andrea Gibson A LETTER TO MY DOG, EXPLORING THE HUMAN CONDITION

Taking a moment to share some of my favorite Andrea Gibson poems in a thread to celebrate their words. This poem brings me to tears because it’s the only poem I’ve ever heard that truly captures what it’s like to love dog so every year I share this poem on my dogs’ birthday. youtu.be/SMeTA9-zMuk?...

A poem by Andrea Gibson. Right now, In this very second, there are millions of people All over the world Choosing to go through hell So that others won’t have to.

A poem by Andrea Gibson: All I know of hate Is that it will never Beat the love out of me.

Andrea Gibson wrote their way into the hearts of so many people. Their words captured life in a way that made me rethink how to view the world. It’s remarkable that someone I’ve never met, could make me feel so deeply. I will miss them dearly but am grateful for the words they left behind.

Photo of park near dusk. Ground is dark with dots and streaks of yellow from lightning bugs. Sky is mostly grey with cloud cover. Slight orange color from lighting on the right. In the orange there is a small lighting bolt

Photo of park near dusk. Ground and tree line are dark with dots and streaks of yellow from lightning bugs. Sky is mostly grey with cloud cover. Slight orange color from lighting on the left. In the orange there is a small lighting bolt

Photo of park near dusk. Ground and tree line are dark with dots and streaks of yellow from lightning bugs. Sky is mostly grey with cloud cover. Bright white light coming from lighting in the center with small lightning bolts on the left. Some orange/red on the right.

Photo of park near dusk. Ground and tree line are dark with dots and streaks of yellow from lightning bugs. Near the center, one lighting bug light illuminates near by plant foliage. Sky is mostly grey with cloud cover. Pockets of white, purple, and orange from lighting throughout the sky.

This past Friday I went out with some friends to take photos of lightning bugs. By pure chance we got #lighting and #LightningBugs
It was an amazing glimpse at nature - glad to have shared the moment with friends. #Photography #Entomology

Ancient poop yields world’s oldest butterfly fossils Tiny wing scales suggest the proboscis evolved 100 million years before flowers

Just a little Sunday Morning Shitposting. The origin of Lepidoptera might be much older than we thought. www.science.org/content/arti...

From Sericulture to Aquaculture: Silkworm Pupae a Cost-Effective Food for Farmed Fish As a byproduct of the silk industry, silkworm (Bombyx mori) pupae are a protein-rich resource that can be incorporated into feed for farmed fish.

As a byproduct of the silk industry, silkworm pupae are a protein-rich resource that can be incorporated into feed for farmed fish. A new study by researchers in Pakistan finds that silkworm pupae meal leads to improved growth and health in farmed Nile tilapia compared to traditional fishmeal.

Image of protestors holding various signs for no kings protest

The protest in Chambana was something special. Despite most of the student body being away for the summer, the community came out & not only took to the streets but filled it for BLOCKS. It was a nice reminder that we aren’t alone in this chaos & allowed me to leave with hope for the future.

As the semester comes to a close, the team at the (dis)Ability Design Studio is still hard at work trying to make the world more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Watch the full video at youtu.be/pCZUQ88yM04

@illinois1867.bsky.social @illinoismechse.bsky.social @uofigrainger.bsky.social

Skip Products That Combine Sunscreen With Insect Repellent. Here's Why. - Consumer Reports Combining sunscreen and insect repellent could affect the way sunscreen works.

As the weather warms up, remember that sunscreen and insect repellent don't work well together. Covering up helps avoid both insects and too much sun. www.consumerreports.org/health/insec...

I hope everyone realizes that scrubbing historical references from web sites is no different than burning books

It’s #transdayofvisibility🏳️‍⚧️ and I am 100% sure of is regardless of that and any policy that is meant to make us think we are invisible…
I am visible. I am powerful. I am ungovernable.

I thought it would be cool to take a #microCT scan of romanesco broccoli that came in my meal kit this week, and I was not disappointed! What a stunningly beautiful vegetable 🤯 The scan was taken with our Rigaku HX130 (@rigakucorporation.bsky.social) here at Beckman (@beckmanillinois.bsky.social)

A classic from the archives by @ohhappydani.bsky.social 💜

no funding if it seems like the research MIGHT involve a woman or a nonwhite person

A black and white photo of Sister Rosetta Tharpe playing a guitar. A quote of Tharpe's reads "Can't no man play like me" The quote is attributed to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Godmother of Rock and Roll.

Rock and roll was created by a Black woman — Sister Rosetta Tharpe.

Known as the Godmother of Rock and Roll, Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who served as inspiration for artists like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. We honor her as we still feel her influence today.

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Image with a black background and white text in English and Spanish stating, “A day without immigrants. February 3rd, 2025. No School. No Work. No Shopping. Let’s raise our voices for our rights and our families. We are essential. We are strong. We are community.”

Immigrants make this country better. Hit the rich in their pockets. #protest #DayWithoutImmigrants #ImmigrantsGetTheJobDone

Thank you for coming out with us today!

Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were ordered to withdraw any pending publications, at any scientific journal, that mention terms such as “transgender,” “immigrant,” “L.G.B.T.” or “pregnant people.”

Just some nice little art. Enjoy 🤍 🧵 (1/3)

Original words were from @deiloh who worded it loads better than I could. I just wanted to illustrate it and share for others. Check her out on Threads and Insta if you love art and hate what’s going on!

If you are a federal worker being offered a buyout, I would advise against taking it.

Of course, this is a personal decision for everyone and it’s your choice.

But these offers are a rush job. The legality is questionable and this admin does not keep to its word.

They aren’t firing for a reason.

It’s important to know that a lot of productive activity is happening in person and offline, too.

Not all of it can be broadcast online, but we’ve had hundreds of people showing up to our trainings, mobilizations, and more.

Keep going. Tyranny is eroded by a sea of small acts. Everything matters.

Remember a few days ago when Republicans were pretending to love Dr. King? (They don't, and their ilk literally gunned him down, but they do copy a couple of very specific quotes without context every January.)

Welp, he's canceled.

Plus other things.
Like Holocaust remembrance.
Because wOkE. 🥴

I hope we see more messaging like this beyond just ACES or at least other colleges/Departments putting out clear messaging.

🧪 #WomenInSTEM #QueersInSTEM

A photo of a person holding up a handmade rally sign reading "A world without trans people has never existed and never will" among a group of protesters.

Trans people have been here since the beginning.

And we're not going anywhere.

📍 The People's March
📸 Will Martinez