Don't Undersell Yourself

Getting job postings together for our project sheds some light on my current possibilities. I just secured a new job at the cosmopolitan doing food and beverage, but looking at current job openings and my skills; I realized that there's potential to be in a better place. I suppose my personal struggles have been blurring my vision for a while, but I feel ready to pick up where I left off. There was nothing holding me back but myself.

One Down, Two To Go

It's been a few days since we took our first exam in class. I was really focused on getting a passing score, and all the work paid off! I ran into a few speed bumps trying to get a test voucher; but luckily, our classmate Corey was there to save the day. I'm proud that I got a good score, but now I feel like I set the bar pretty high for myself, I hope I'm able to do as well on the remaining exams. But for now, time to work on those tricky word projects :)

Getting Into the Groove of Things :)

I've been feeling optimistic about the way I've been handling some of the challenges that have come my way. I'm starting to see the paths available to reach my goals.

I'm really enjoying these SimNet lessons :) I don't know what it is about Microsoft Office that gets me really fired up, but I want to keep learning and exploring. I can't believe we're already coming up to our first Certiport exam! I feel prepared for it, but nervous at the same time. I really want to try and pass on the first try, but I know there's nothing wrong with having to do it a second time.

Week 2

Well, it's the end of the second week of the semester. And I have to say, I'm really feeling the pressure to stay on top of  all my assignments for my classes. Luckily, this class is actually very engaging.  I don't get bored as quickly as I do with the others. The interactive learning portal is actually very useful in keeping my focus. I like that it gives you the ability to decide how you want to study.

I also especially enjoyed today's class lecture regarding the internet. Going over the brief history in class made me notice just how recently this incredible tool has existed. And raised questions about where the internet can evolve from its present state.

IS 101 First Post!

Being an on and off CSN student means that I'm on a different pace compared to those who haven't taken any breaks in their academic career. I was very excited to finally get a chance to be in the C building for something other than an English course. I've always walked by the downstairs classrooms with curiosity and excitement, knowing that I would one day be able to catch more than a split second of information.

My first day of class was off to a rough start; all just minor speed bumps so far. Our professors' introduction to the class really got me thinking about my experience with higher education as a whole. I sensed a hard working attitude behind his words that made me reflect upon my own work ethic. Am I working at my full potential? Are there things I can change to push myself to the next level? Just asking myself these two questions proved that there is more that I can do to achieve my goals. I just have to remain committed, and focused.

I thought those were some interesting ideas to take away from the very first week of the semester. It makes me eager to keep on with my classes and see what else I can discover.