Monica Jan - Future Librarian

  Looking Back It's crazy to go back to my very first post on here and remember how nervous I was to start blogging for this class. I think this blog and my professional website will be the largest online presence I have, since I've always tried to lay low online. If this whole project is one of the first things people find of me online, I would be completely okay with that! It's definitely better than my first search result being my address. Going back to my first blog post, I was hopeful for a good experience, and I must say it's been pretty great! Although I did not get to know my classmates in person, I felt like I was able to learn about my peers through their posts and comments, and I think that was one of the highlights of this experience. Our assignments also allowed me to reflect on each topic that was covered, providing me with a new level of self-awareness and a chance to grow! Then GIF Source: GIPHY Now GIF Source: GIPHY My Relationship With Technology Now ...

Hello again!      I believe my relationship with technology is similar to those around me. I grew up with computers and have seen how far we have come. Being just barely a 90's baby (born in '98), I learned how to use the computer with the staticky, big, boxy screen. Although I have been able to witness the advancements, I never grew interested in learning the inner workings of the devices I use every day. Like I said in my first blog post, I can get what I need to do. I am technologically fluent enough to excel at what I do for work and be able to complete tasks for school but taking on new technology makes me nervous. I am still capable of learning if I put my mind to it! More often than not, I am uninterested in learning about new technology, unless I need it to finish a project. Once again, I'm going to blame the fact that I have tech-savvy friends who would rather tackle my computer problems for me instead of watching me potentially mess something up 😅. Photo Source...

About Me Hello everyone! My name is Monica (she/her), and I am a Youth Service Associate at my local library with a background in biology. I've only been at my library for a few months, but I already love the work I'm doing. This is my third semester at Dominican University. So far, I've only taken the required courses, so I am quite excited to get to choose what electives to take. I am torn between learning more about the different options I have as an MLIS student or focusing on how to expand within the Youth Service Department. Outside of work and school, I enjoy spending time with my significant other, friends, and family. This usually consists of rock climbing or playing board games. The newest game we have played is called Wingspan . (I would love any game recommendations!) My significant other and I are also proud reptile owners. We have 2 ball pythons, a leopard gecko, a crested gecko, and a blue-tongued skink! I think that reptiles are so fun and interesting and I...