On Monday, I had my mock interview with Angie. I feel that personal interviews are one thing that I have always been good at, so I was confident going into the interview. I think that calmed my nerves and only allowed me to think better for better answers.
The interview went as normal as most job interviews I've had in the past went. I was pleased with the interview actually because it makes me more confident that I can do well in a real interview for my career in the future.
The biggest surprise of the interview was the depth of the questions asked by Angie. I have to say I was very impressed that she actually seemed to have done some research on the job. This was good because it made the mock interview more realistic and makes me feel even better about future real ones.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Chicago
Last week I went to Chicago with architecture. It was kind of a combo trip in that it was half supposed to be for school and half supposed to be for fun.
It started off rocky, though, because they cancelled our flight that was supposed to take off at 7:30 AM. They didn't have any other flights to put us on until 2:30 PM. So, we were at the airport too many hours early and had no choice but to wait there all day. We convinced them to put us on standby on a 1:00 PM flight. Luckily, the last two seats on the plane were still available, so we got to leave a little early.
However, once we got there it was tons of fun. I ate LOTS of pizza. There was this one place that made pizza pot pie. It was one of the most delicious things I've ever had. Part of the trip was spent doing tours of the notable architecture around (Unity Temple, IIT, Frank Lloyd Wright's home/studio, etc.). The other part of the trip was like being a kid again. I went to Navy Pier and rode the ferris wheel, went to see Transformers in IMAX, and went to the zoo, the aquarium, and the natural history museum. One of the coolest things I did was get cocktails on the 96th floor of the John Hancock tower.
Overall, I had a great time. To be honest, though, I like New York a little better than Chicago. I didn't like that Chicago was such a cab city. Other than that though, it was awesome.
It started off rocky, though, because they cancelled our flight that was supposed to take off at 7:30 AM. They didn't have any other flights to put us on until 2:30 PM. So, we were at the airport too many hours early and had no choice but to wait there all day. We convinced them to put us on standby on a 1:00 PM flight. Luckily, the last two seats on the plane were still available, so we got to leave a little early.
However, once we got there it was tons of fun. I ate LOTS of pizza. There was this one place that made pizza pot pie. It was one of the most delicious things I've ever had. Part of the trip was spent doing tours of the notable architecture around (Unity Temple, IIT, Frank Lloyd Wright's home/studio, etc.). The other part of the trip was like being a kid again. I went to Navy Pier and rode the ferris wheel, went to see Transformers in IMAX, and went to the zoo, the aquarium, and the natural history museum. One of the coolest things I did was get cocktails on the 96th floor of the John Hancock tower.
Overall, I had a great time. To be honest, though, I like New York a little better than Chicago. I didn't like that Chicago was such a cab city. Other than that though, it was awesome.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Hip Hop
I wanted to write about Gerald's presentation on the development of hip-hop because it stuck in my mind a bit. I've always been interested in history of modern music styles including hip-hop, punk rock, grunge rock, and metal. His power-point was made well, and I liked looking at all of the images he put up to go with the information.
What I liked most about Gerald's presentation was the personal flavor he put on it. He gave us his opinion on the genre today and in the past. Also, letting us read his personal lyrics and hearing his own rhyme was real cool, especially since I know him to be a somewhat private person.
What I liked most about Gerald's presentation was the personal flavor he put on it. He gave us his opinion on the genre today and in the past. Also, letting us read his personal lyrics and hearing his own rhyme was real cool, especially since I know him to be a somewhat private person.
Sunday, October 7, 2007
21st Birthday
Given the chance to write a blog about anything this week, I wanted to write about something especially special that happened for me this weekend. I turned 21.
Friday was absolute and utter madness. Downtown Clemson was filled with alumni and students alike, and there was no way I could prepare for the night my friends had in store for me. As soon as I walk in to 356 for the first time as a 21 year old I was greeted not with happy birthday wishes...but greeted with shots. I suppose that is the happy birthday wish for a new 21 year old...the alcohol which welcomes them into American adulthood and beverage legality. Needless to say the 35 or so of my friends that showed up throughout the night had a hay day ensuring that it would be a night for me to remember...or not.
Growing up I only had two real birthday parties. Real exciting right? Well, that is okay with me because I think it made this birthday stand out even more. Not only was I given a plethora of drinks without ever spending a dime, but I also was given two cakes (one cookie cake and one yellow cake...my favorites). I will be getting fat on those for the rest of the week, and I assure you that I will thoroughly enjoy it.
I think the only thing funnier than the pictures I have seen from the night is the fact that Bob was unable to recover the day after my birthday, and I, who was definitely in rare form that night, woke up feeling wonderful, completely lacking a hangover.
Perhaps this is not the most professional of topics, but I thought someone might enjoy it. I wish I could turn 21 all over again next year.
Friday was absolute and utter madness. Downtown Clemson was filled with alumni and students alike, and there was no way I could prepare for the night my friends had in store for me. As soon as I walk in to 356 for the first time as a 21 year old I was greeted not with happy birthday wishes...but greeted with shots. I suppose that is the happy birthday wish for a new 21 year old...the alcohol which welcomes them into American adulthood and beverage legality. Needless to say the 35 or so of my friends that showed up throughout the night had a hay day ensuring that it would be a night for me to remember...or not.
Growing up I only had two real birthday parties. Real exciting right? Well, that is okay with me because I think it made this birthday stand out even more. Not only was I given a plethora of drinks without ever spending a dime, but I also was given two cakes (one cookie cake and one yellow cake...my favorites). I will be getting fat on those for the rest of the week, and I assure you that I will thoroughly enjoy it.
I think the only thing funnier than the pictures I have seen from the night is the fact that Bob was unable to recover the day after my birthday, and I, who was definitely in rare form that night, woke up feeling wonderful, completely lacking a hangover.
Perhaps this is not the most professional of topics, but I thought someone might enjoy it. I wish I could turn 21 all over again next year.
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