This semester I have taken it a little easier on myself. I settled on taking only 5 classes, which has proven to be a really good fit. I started with 6, but dropped a French class to use the time for homework instead. These classes plus my internships/jobs have proven to be a good combination allowing me to learn and get real world experience at the same time.
CLASSES
The classes I am taking this semester include Business Strategy and Policy, International Marketing, Business Ethics and Sustainability, e-Business Infrastructure, and my internship class. The most difficult by far is the e-Business infrastructure class, mostly because it is so technical - and my last computer tech class was a while ago. That being said, I am proud of the work and learning I have been doing in the class and hope to make the most of it. I am hoping for all As this semester, but even if that doesn't happen, I know I will be able to secure at least a B or B+ instead. One big difference I noticed this year is that I have a very small amount of "homework" from these classes. Group projects are the largest out of class commitment - besides those I feel like most of my time is spent studying for tests and quizzes, no bookwork or small assignments yet.
INTERNSHIPS/JOBS
I am lucky enough to still have my internship at Right Source Marketing, where I work 2 days a week. They are such a wealth of knowledge, it really is a privilege to be able to work with them. Everyone is so friendly and helpful, plus its clear they are all very good at what they do. It is also fun to work downtown (minus the commute) and learn what its like to be in the city environment. I am sure more updates will come when I have the chance to reflect back on my experience here as a whole.
I was also fortunate to have Mile One ask me to stay past my internship, and they offered me a paid part-time position 2/3 days a week - basically doing what I already have been doing. I really enjoy who I work with there and what I do, so I was happy to stay even though I would have really enjoyed having more free time. The best part is, they are moving to Towson this coming September - even closer to my apartment!
Last but not least, I have been hanging on to my job at the bank - I love everyone there too! I mostly go in on Fridays to help with big projects they have found for me during the week. Our most recent is our new Facebook page, which they have decided can be my baby since I am a Marketing major. That should be a great piece to add to my portfolio.
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