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Classmates, Communication Week, and Improv: How I (Re)Built My Confidence as a Presenter at the IAA

Posted on March 15, 2024 by Columnist

Group of 15 graduate students standing in a classroom

Resources abound at the Institute for Advanced Analytics–from committed faculty and staff to seemingly unlimited opportunities to apply and grow skill sets. For me, tools for effective communication have been like a gold mine, rich in opportunities for self-reflection and improvement. I had always been a confident presenter and performer, Continue reading Classmates, Communication Week, and Improv: How I (Re)Built My Confidence as a Presenter at the IAA→

Polka Dots Don’t Go with Stripes: Lessons for the Fashion Impaired in Making Graphics

Posted on October 14, 2022 by Columnist

I’ve never been good at matching clothing patterns or colors, and I have learned black goes with everything. While here at the Institute, I am learning that graphics colors are also not to be trifled with willy-nilly! Being purposeful about color and theme enhances your data message and enables a Continue reading Polka Dots Don’t Go with Stripes: Lessons for the Fashion Impaired in Making Graphics→

People are Funny

Posted on November 3, 2020 by Columnist

I love to laugh. I love making people laugh. Although I trust in science, I still think laughter is the best medicine. Stand-up comedy is one of my favorite ways to laugh. It does not matter what type of person is up on the stage telling jokes as long as Continue reading People are Funny→

Living as an international student

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Columnist

An Englishman in New York Raleigh It’s a well-worn path. The Brit who moves abroad and is fascinated and confused by everything in their new foreign land. As the song says, ‘You can hear it in my accent when I talk.’ The words you say and how you say Continue reading Living as an international student→