I am currently a junior at Indiana University Bloomington, pursuing my Bachelor of Arts in General Studies with an Emphasis on Arts & Humanities. Upon graduation, I will be applying to the IUB's prestigious School of Library and Information Science (SLIS). My current goal is to become a public librarian while I work on my writing, but I am open to learning about the various pathways and career choices open to me as a SLIS graduate student. I started publishing "fanfiction" on the Internet around the turn of this century. I've been writing original stories since elementary school, and I have created an archive of both my original and fanwork fiction that I add to as I convert my stories into a web-based format. Most of my stories are typical medieval fantasy-based, with some dabbling in science fiction. My most recent work is a story set in a modern era but with certain Steampunk elements (such as zeppelins) brought into today's world.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. I am able to effectively communicate with customers, peers and management in casual and formal situations. Above average writing skills include grammar, punctuation, spelling, and mechanics. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. I can quickly assess and organize diverse components of a project into a workable plan. Good organizational skills. Very successful in setting up and maintaining efficient and effective records, tracking tools, etc. to assure smooth work operations. Computer proficiency: typing 95 wpm, experience with many programs and operating systems; more information below in Computer Skills section. Fourteen years customer service experience, including supervisor positions. Ten of these years in retail operations. Some knowledge of Spanish and Japanese.
High school diploma, Schaumburg High School, Schaumburg, IL, 1996 Currently a junior at Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1996-1998, 2007 - Present
Microsoft Windows 95, 98, XP Pro, Vista. Good knowledge of HTML, XHTML, CSS. I have created various personal websites using XHTML & CSS; I have used Notepad, CuteHTML and Dreamweaver to create these sites. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Access, and Excel, Adobe Photoshop and Dreamweaver. Last typing test: 94 wpm with 4 errors.