Cait started her creative career in high school as editor in chief of her school’s literary magazine. There was no staff to teach the subject, so she figured it out as she went. In college, she served an apprenticeship as a student designer, and after graduation from Mills College with a degree in literature and creative writing, she became a junior art director. She continued her education in … [Read more...]
Electrician Peter Combs Keeps Lab Ready for Fire Emergencies During Stand-Down
Even with only a small crew of essential workers at the main Lab site, Peter Combs’ job as an electrician has been surprisingly routine during the stand-down that began March 17. “It’s kind of business-as-usual for us,” said Combs, who has worked at the Lab for five years maintaining its fire-sprinkler systems. “Our work orders mainly consist of preventative maintenance,” he said, with weekly, … [Read more...]
Three Questions for Leslie Kleiman on Conflict Resolution
Meet Leslie Kleiman, who manages the Lab’s Conflict Resolution Services Program. The program supports the prompt and productive resolution of any problems relating to the workplace using a variety of services, including mediation, facilitated conversation, conflict coaching, and other resources. What are some of the most common types of conflicts you resolve? Distilled to their essence, most … [Read more...]
On-Site Hero: Balbino Mercadel
Lighting Technician Balbino Mercadel is one of the many on-site workers who is keeping the Lab in a safe and stable condition while Lab employees shelter-in-place. Balbino found his way into lighting and light technology in the U.S. Navy. Following his dad, who was also a Navy veteran, he worked top-side until he experienced sea-sickness when the ship zig-zagged in open water. After a few … [Read more...]
Three Questions for Jay Krous on Zoom Security
Jay Krous leads the Lab’s cyber security team, within the Information Technology division. In this 3Q4 feature he discusses Zoom usage in light of recent media coverage. Is Zoom safe to use? Yes, recent events have not changed the Lab’s view that Zoom is an appropriately secure video conferencing solution for work-related meetings. Zoom, which is offered by Berkeley Lab and UC campuses … [Read more...]