Greetings from Colorado, USA (and soon to be London, UK)!
Just hanging with my pals…
Hello there fellow METers! My name is Jen; I’m a crazy American about to move to the UK (for just a few months) in just a few short hours (3 to be exact). I figured I would try to get a jump on posting as I’m not sure how available I will be this week as I get settled into my new home away from home.
This is my 7th (or 8th, depending on how you look at it) MET course. I started the program last September and have been enjoying my time here immensely! Outside of school, I am a Lego Engineering Instructor. (Yes, this is a real job, and yes, it is as amazing as it sounds.) I get to teach children engineering/physics concepts through play. We have a great time!
Other than school and work, most of my time is spent creating. Whether I am on stage, filming, shooting (both in front of and behind the camera), or editing, I am always most comfortable, productive, and happy when I have a creative project to work on. Last semester, I chose to focus research on fandom and its possibilities in education. I am very proud of my work in this realm, especially since it is a personal passion of mine.
I am most easily reached (at any time) at sillyauntjen AT gmail DOT com. I look forward to exploring Ventures with you all!
Posted in: Week 01: Introductions
lullings 11:32 am on September 4, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
London UK – thats excellent Jen. At least there are two of us now that are in the same time zone. Looking forward to it and we can discuss things before the others even get out of bed!
jenniferschubertubc 11:07 am on September 10, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
That’s wonderful! I’ve already thought about the advantages of this… longer time to procrastinate… but, no! I shall be vigilant and get things done ahead of time. 🙂
stammik 6:32 pm on September 4, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Hi Jen. Thanks for your sharing a bit about your background – I must say it all sounds rather exciting!
Great photo in your post as well. I haven’t seen a portrait shot on Velvia stock for many years, that’s awesome 🙂 Cheers, Scott.
jenniferschubertubc 11:08 am on September 10, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
That’s what comes from having too many fancy photo apps on the iPhone! I look forward to sharing more with everyone as more things fall into place.
Jonathan 9:47 pm on September 4, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Lego Engineering Instructor, if that isn’t the coolest job title I don’t know what is. Have a good flight and I look forward to working with you. — Jonathan
jenniferschubertubc 11:09 am on September 10, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Everything was so smooth getting here, but I am still looking for a flat. It is quite an adjustment and a bit tough to get started with everything here, but it will all work out soon enough. (At least, I certainly hope so!) It is a great job; I look forward to working with you as well!
jameschen 12:36 am on September 5, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Hi Jen. Your research topic sounds interesting! Look forward to working with you this term. Safe journeys.
jenniferschubertubc 11:11 am on September 10, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
It is fascinating stuff! I created a 20 minute multimedia presentation on it. If I have access to it, I will certainly post it for anyone who is interested. I look forward to working with you as well!
kstackhouse 6:17 am on September 5, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
Jen,
This is a very exciting time for you! Congrats on nearing the completion of MET. I am done after this term! Where does the time go? Is your acting/filming/editing for work or for fun? I look forward to hearing more about your experiences.
Ken
jenniferschubertubc 11:13 am on September 10, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
It certainly is flying by faster than I ever thought it could have! I’ve done the acting thing for ages now. I just got my SAG (Union) card in the States just before I left for England. I guess I can call myself a professional now! (Whatever that means in the acting world… Ha.) I look forward to sharing more of my adventures as they creep up… and I figure out how to integrate all of this wonderful MET business into them! 😉
Peggy Lawson 7:18 pm on September 5, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
What a cool job! I hope to hear much more about it and your research during Ventures. That’s what I love about the program, getting to meet such a diverse group of people. Have fun while in the UK!
Peggy
jenniferschubertubc 11:14 am on September 10, 2012 Permalink | Log in to Reply
I LOVE the diversity in the MET program! I certainly was pleasantly surprised by it all and am continually impressed as I progress through the courses. So very nice to “meet” you!