What things do I like to do?
I like what I was doing last year in CAT. I worked on media editting projects with iMovie, iDVD, Toaster, Panopto, etc. It was difficult not because I worked nights, but because I worked nights alone so if I had a question it was too late for someone to help.
What skills do I have?
I learn quickly. I’m not an expert in all programs, but I enough of a basic understanding of software, and most programs designed now are user friendly. So as long as I understand what I’m trying to do, then the figuring the interface shouldn’t be too hard. Further skills I have are problem solving skills, critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of humor (yes it’s a skill).
Goals?
1) What goal do you have for this year to make your Info Commons experience a success?
To become proficient in all social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, WordPress, Tumblr, Linkedin, Google+, Blogger) within a month of school starting. Gain more knowledge about programs that will for CAT and Info Commons.
2) What goal do you have for this year to make Info Commons better as a whole?
Establish things like QuickGuides and templates for future Info Commons and CAT students. The best way to make a strong and useful program is to build upon the work of those before you. We have a responsibility as current students to progress the program for the next generation. Whatever work I can do today to better tomorrow is to be considered good work.
3) What is your feedback on the whole life values and experiences session we had on Thursday?
I come from a background that preaches ‘whole-being’. That is to be a well rounded person. I really appreciated the session on whole life values because it’s an important aspect of doing good work. I believe there is a harmony to life, and while work, school, and life may be separated; it is difficult for the parts of your day to not overlap. Promoting good lifestyle habits and balance will optimize not only work, but also life outside of work.
What do I like that we do and what do we need to improve on in IC/CAT.
Last year, working nights in JH 048, there was some projects that Jeana would have me do. But unless I was given one big project, day-to-day there was nothing I did regularly. What is new to me, are the libguides that correct this exact problem I had. It provides a database for on-going projects, checklists, and helpguides which is exactly what I need if I’m working alone and have questions.