Brian Thomas
@brianthomas.bsky.social
I love international travel, learning about different cultures, and running long distances. Proud husband and father. Sociologist and university leader, I am passionate about transforming lives through education. https://brianthomas.cloud
There's a tiny baby deer sleeping in the grass outside my office. I considered inviting him to the New Student Orientation taking place right now, but he might need a few more years before he's ready. #iueast #wildlife #richmondin #redwolves
June 13, 2025 at 11:55 AM
There's a tiny baby deer sleeping in the grass outside my office. I considered inviting him to the New Student Orientation taking place right now, but he might need a few more years before he's ready. #iueast #wildlife #richmondin #redwolves
I'm proud to be part of a team changing the lives of many students, including famous tennis players like Venus Williams! Check out this Forbes article: www.forbes.com/sites/merlis... #iueast #iu #redwolves #wta #tennis #venuswilliams
June 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
I'm proud to be part of a team changing the lives of many students, including famous tennis players like Venus Williams! Check out this Forbes article: www.forbes.com/sites/merlis... #iueast #iu #redwolves #wta #tennis #venuswilliams
The campus of Indiana University East looked beautiful on this sunny spring day! #iueast #iu #redwolves #richmond #indianauniversity #indiana
April 29, 2025 at 12:37 AM
The campus of Indiana University East looked beautiful on this sunny spring day! #iueast #iu #redwolves #richmond #indianauniversity #indiana
Happy IU Day! Please join me in supporting the great work that our faculty, staff, and students do every day in Richmond! give.myiu.org/crowdfunding... @iueast #IUDay #IUEast
April 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Happy IU Day! Please join me in supporting the great work that our faculty, staff, and students do every day in Richmond! give.myiu.org/crowdfunding... @iueast #IUDay #IUEast
I had a wonderful time celebrating undergraduate research at the Indiana University Regionals at the Rotunda. Our IU East students really shined! #iu #iueast #academicsky #university #research #indiana
March 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
I had a wonderful time celebrating undergraduate research at the Indiana University Regionals at the Rotunda. Our IU East students really shined! #iu #iueast #academicsky #university #research #indiana
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We'll say it again: No, 150-year-olds are not collecting Social Security benefits. #SOTU www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
No, 150-Year-Olds Aren’t Collecting Social Security Benefits
Elon Musk claims to have found rampant fraud in the Social Security Administration. There’s a much simpler explanation.
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March 5, 2025 at 3:01 AM
We'll say it again: No, 150-year-olds are not collecting Social Security benefits. #SOTU www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
Hey, #academicsky, what do you do on Sunday to get ready for the week? For me, it is all about reviewing my calendar to get my head in the right space to take on what's ahead. This is when I might schedule blank meetings to carve out thinking time between meetings.
February 24, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Hey, #academicsky, what do you do on Sunday to get ready for the week? For me, it is all about reviewing my calendar to get my head in the right space to take on what's ahead. This is when I might schedule blank meetings to carve out thinking time between meetings.
Loved having the opportunity to connect with other academic leaders at the annual ACAD conference last week. Sometimes it helps to step back from the day to day to think about the big picture of higher education. #academicsky #acad #highereducation #university #college
February 23, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Loved having the opportunity to connect with other academic leaders at the annual ACAD conference last week. Sometimes it helps to step back from the day to day to think about the big picture of higher education. #academicsky #acad #highereducation #university #college
I was feeling a little cooped up this weekend so did a leisurely 5 miles on some fresh snow along the Cardinal Greenway. #winterrun #run #richmondin #running
February 16, 2025 at 10:41 PM
I was feeling a little cooped up this weekend so did a leisurely 5 miles on some fresh snow along the Cardinal Greenway. #winterrun #run #richmondin #running
I had a wonderful time at Pallette to Palete this evening! It was great to see Richmond coming together to support the arts. #iueast #iu #richmond #academicsky
February 16, 2025 at 4:06 AM
I had a wonderful time at Pallette to Palete this evening! It was great to see Richmond coming together to support the arts. #iueast #iu #richmond #academicsky
Finally had the chance to run some trails in Richmond! Still snowy, but beautiful! #running #richmondin #snow #run
January 26, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Finally had the chance to run some trails in Richmond! Still snowy, but beautiful! #running #richmondin #snow #run
Did you know that US News ranked the IU East psychology program as #6 among online psychology programs? Also, our online BS in business administration, a collaborative of IU’s regionals, ranked #8. That's worth celebrating! https://buff.ly/4avt0Zi #iueast #iue #redwolves #indianauniversityeast
January 25, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Did you know that US News ranked the IU East psychology program as #6 among online psychology programs? Also, our online BS in business administration, a collaborative of IU’s regionals, ranked #8. That's worth celebrating! https://buff.ly/4avt0Zi #iueast #iue #redwolves #indianauniversityeast
I learned a lot this week and met a lot of great people. What else can you ask for? #academicsky
January 11, 2025 at 2:19 AM
I learned a lot this week and met a lot of great people. What else can you ask for? #academicsky
Thank you to IU East for the warm welcome! Despite the snowy start, I am enjoying getting to know the people and campus during my first week!
January 9, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Thank you to IU East for the warm welcome! Despite the snowy start, I am enjoying getting to know the people and campus during my first week!
In a few days, I will begin serving as the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at Indiana University East. I look forward to continuing the tremendous impact IU East is having on students and the community! #academicsky #iueast #iu
January 3, 2025 at 5:22 PM
In a few days, I will begin serving as the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at Indiana University East. I look forward to continuing the tremendous impact IU East is having on students and the community! #academicsky #iueast #iu
I was also 13/16. 😂
January 3, 2025 at 2:36 PM
I was also 13/16. 😂
OK, #academicsky. Please over analyze the second season of #squidgame on #netflix for me. Bonus points for big words.
December 29, 2024 at 10:46 PM
OK, #academicsky. Please over analyze the second season of #squidgame on #netflix for me. Bonus points for big words.
Take some time to be unproductive this break #academicsky. The pressure of being productive 100% of the time will be there when you get back.
December 21, 2024 at 4:09 PM
Take some time to be unproductive this break #academicsky. The pressure of being productive 100% of the time will be there when you get back.
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You can’t judge people only by how they treat you. The true test of character is how they treat those they don't like or need.
Even if someone is kind to you, proceed with caution if they’re consistently unkind to others.
Selective civility is a sign of deep-seated hostility.
Even if someone is kind to you, proceed with caution if they’re consistently unkind to others.
Selective civility is a sign of deep-seated hostility.
December 21, 2024 at 2:52 PM
You can’t judge people only by how they treat you. The true test of character is how they treat those they don't like or need.
Even if someone is kind to you, proceed with caution if they’re consistently unkind to others.
Selective civility is a sign of deep-seated hostility.
Even if someone is kind to you, proceed with caution if they’re consistently unkind to others.
Selective civility is a sign of deep-seated hostility.
It was a bittersweet moment, leaving campus yesterday after working there for nearly 20 years. I bring plenty of good memories and friendships forward to my next adventure! #academicsky
December 21, 2024 at 3:43 PM
It was a bittersweet moment, leaving campus yesterday after working there for nearly 20 years. I bring plenty of good memories and friendships forward to my next adventure! #academicsky
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The best place to relax is near water.
After just 2 minutes of viewing water outdoors, blood pressure and heart rate drop. It's more calming to look at a lake, pool, or stream than trees or grass.
Beaches are popular for a reason. Wider bodies of water bring more tranquility.
After just 2 minutes of viewing water outdoors, blood pressure and heart rate drop. It's more calming to look at a lake, pool, or stream than trees or grass.
Beaches are popular for a reason. Wider bodies of water bring more tranquility.
The Ideal Place to Relax on Holidays
Surprisingly, it's not a green space.
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December 7, 2024 at 3:46 PM
The best place to relax is near water.
After just 2 minutes of viewing water outdoors, blood pressure and heart rate drop. It's more calming to look at a lake, pool, or stream than trees or grass.
Beaches are popular for a reason. Wider bodies of water bring more tranquility.
After just 2 minutes of viewing water outdoors, blood pressure and heart rate drop. It's more calming to look at a lake, pool, or stream than trees or grass.
Beaches are popular for a reason. Wider bodies of water bring more tranquility.
Happy Friday! The semester is almost over! #academicsky
December 6, 2024 at 11:54 AM
Happy Friday! The semester is almost over! #academicsky
I am grateful to the many people who have supported me on my nearly 20 year journey at Saginaw Valley State University. Although I am sad to leave, I look forward to the next adventure.
December 4, 2024 at 11:48 AM
I am grateful to the many people who have supported me on my nearly 20 year journey at Saginaw Valley State University. Although I am sad to leave, I look forward to the next adventure.
Happy Thanksgiving!
a turkey in a pilgrim hat holds a sign that says happy thanksgiving
ALT: a turkey in a pilgrim hat holds a sign that says happy thanksgiving
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November 28, 2024 at 6:31 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!