Spring Quarter 2007

It looks like it's gonna be a good quarter!!!

• Managerial Statistics (TOM 302) - hybrid class (only meets Wednesdays instead of both Mondays & Wednesdays); cool teacher; online quizzes; tests on how to use statistic software
• Interactive Marketing (IBM 326) - a bit scary (50% of our grade is a group project!), but definitely interesting; cool teacher; toward the end of the quarter, we won't have class meetings, only group meetings
  
• Intro to Ethnic Studies (EWS 140) - cool teacher (Barkada's very own advisor!); a lot of writing, but interesting subject; no class this Thursday; group project on a community
  
• Data Modeling (CIS 345) - a lot of people say she's a crazy teacher, but she's not that bad; interesting subject; option to work individually or in a pair (i'm opting to work alone) for the projects in which we reverse engineer a data model for a website; no class 5/29

For the most part, each class is interesting, has a cool teacher, or both! It's gonna be a bit demanding. I hope I can put more effort into this quarter than I did with last quarter. ::crosses fingers::

gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

Sometimes, some people piss you off the instant you start talking to them.

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I Just CAIN'T Give Up Now!

Thank You for Smoking

Thank You for Smoking

I can't wait until Netflix sends this!!!

Great Moments in Spin

• "If the gloves don't fit, you must acquit." --Johnny Cochran
• "My band played the wrong song." --Ashlee Simpson
• "But I didn't inhale." --Bill Clinton
• "It's what I would call a terrorist surveillance program." --George W. Bush
• "It was a wardrobe malfunction." --Janet Jackson
  

feelings

I already feel like Spring Quarter 2007's gonna be another "I can't wait until this quarter's over!" Quarter... T=

I'm gonna be HELLA chill till Monday.

gold

taken from http://spoolman.com/sdaeop4/truecolors.html

My True Color Is Gold

I am institution oriented. I perform well in structure.

I do my best when the task is structured and clearly defined. My routines are well structured. I want to know when I am on the right track. Rules and directions are a great help.

At work. I provide stability and can maintain organization. My ability to handle details and to work hard make me the backbone of many organizations. I believe that work comes before play, even if I must work overtime to complete the job.

In love. I am serious and tend to have a traditional, conservative view of both love and marriage. I want a mate who can work along with me, building a secure, predictable life together. I demonstrate love and affection through the practical things I do for my loved ones.

In childhood. I wanted to follow the rules and regulations of the school. I understood and respected authority and was comfortable with academic routine. I was the easiest of all types of children to adapt to the educational system.

Things That Cause Stress To Gold

• Inefficiency
• Lack of order
• Flaky people
• Unreliable people
• People who are late
• Lack of leadership
• Non-cooperation
• Not knowing what to expect
• Slobs
• Procrastinators
• Waiting
• Loud people
• Disorganized people

Gold may see self as:

• Stable
• Providing security
• Dependable
• Firm
• Always have a view
• Efficient
• Realistic
• Decisive
• Executive type
• Good planner
• Orderly, neat
• Organized person
• Dependable
• Punctual, expects same
• Goal oriented
• Finish what I start
• Good at sorting, weeding out

Others may see Gold as:

• Rigid
• Controlling
• Dull, boring
• Stubborn, pigheaded
• Opinionated
• System-bound
• Unimaginative
• Judgmental
• Bossy, controlling
• Limiting flexibility
• Uptight
• Sets own agenda
• Predictable
• Rigid idea of time
• End justifies the means
• Limited, not able to do many things at once
• Throws away good items needlessly

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GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

corporate world

Wherever I turn people seem to dread the 9 to 5. Yes, it may be tough work, but hey, that's life. What would the world be like without the daily grind?

I guess I'm weird cuz I'm not afraid of the "real world." Sure commuting might be a hassle and I wish hours could be more flexible, but dude; you're running the world.

Compare sitting on your ass all day to developing a system that allows its users to improve their business's performance. Imagine being behind the technology that allows Wal-Mart to restock their shelves practically instantaneously. Imagine figuring the best way to get UPS packages across 200+ countries. Imagine coming up with Google's newest innovation.

Allright, so maybe not everyone gets to do that in their normal day job but everyone contributes to society in some way, right? We all need to adhere to deadlines and policies. Those who don't... well... I don't know what to say about them.

Let's reevaluate this blog in a couple of years when I've been working for a few months.

learning experiences

So far 2007 has been quite the challenge. However, I hope to take away some key lessons from this.

• I'm human and everyone else is human, too. Things don't always have to be perfect, but I'm still going to strive for that. But when things don't quite come out as I expect, I gotta look at the brighter side of things, try to see what did work, and find out how things can be improved the next time.
• Budget for extra time. I'm the type that likes to plan out everything; just take a look at my Google Calendars. However, people (especially myself) lag. Allow for extra time for crap that comes up so that I won't always be late. Also, make some time to have fun.
• Listen. This world is full of miscommunication. Try to be patient and take the time to understand others before jumping to conclusions, getting mad, etc. whenever possible. Remember that people think differently and see things differently.
• Prioritize. I need to remember what's really important. Look at the big picture.
• How will I know limits from lies if I never try? I've known this ever since Thrice came out with TAITA, but there are always new ways in which that phrase becomes evident. Just try it. See what works and what doesn't. See what people have to offer.
• Relax, ka muna. Take some time to chill. Kinda similar to what I said earlier, but really, sometimes, take some time to chill.
• Spend time with friends. Friendship is important. I have some really awesome friends. I don't make enough time to chillax with them or just talk to them.

All for now. Just a sampling...

it was bound to happen sooner or later

Bi+ch!

tired

I can't wait for this to be over.

Good news and bad news.

Decisions!

What I really want: sleep.

alumni banquet

Yay! It's finally over!!!

It was a pretty awesome event. Could've gone a bit better if I paid more attention to the advice I was given and just double checked on everything. All in all, though, it was freakin' great!

There are still some follow-up things to do, but hopefully those won't take too long.

Just wanted to share some of the awesome things people shared:

"Continue the alumni events/banquet. This is the only time I come out and see my friends from the days! I love it! You can always count on alumni for help --> cause we were once in your shoes!! Good luck!"

"Barkada is so great thanks to its alumni!!! Thanks for everything. I love Barkada!!"

"Thank you Barkada for planning all this! You guys are awesome! K.I.T. Don't eva change! TCCIC"

"You have made my dream come true tonight. Thank you from the bottom of my heart."

"Great job with the alumni banquet. Good luck with a glorious future in Barkada."

"Hello Barkada! I miss it a lot. Take cares!"

"I <3 Barkada!"

"I heart barkada too! All your alumni are proud of you. Congrats on all your good work."

Sweet! The hard work finally pays off. (=

Btw, got offered the internship from PwC!