Interning...

So my life as an intern. In some sense I wouldn't put miserable as the word, but I feel like I much rather be doing nothing than oppose to working. I guess this is me becoming more responsible... I suppose. Though, it is nice to have people value my skill. As stated before my turn-a-around time for projects is impeccable and the people in the office are happy. Victor, one of the managers mentioned that the programmers would like for Victor to hire me, as he persuaded me to stay with Morningstar throughout the semester. I declined at the moment, hoping to do more collaborating work with the EVL as it is my last year at UIC; hopefully. Though, he did offer the possibility of freelancing.

My last day is the 14th of August.

-David M.

A Dying Breed

Today, was the day the anonymous email will be answered. Surely, the answer was quick and to the point. Due to budget constraints the school of Art and Design has come to the conclusion of cutting the Electronic Visualization program to maintain function. If when push comes to shove, but either way is looking that way. They've already gotten rid of the Design Anthropology major. It comes as no surprise as EV is probably the smallest major in the school.

Though, one thing is for certain. I'm not screwed. The EV program has been suspended, not ended. All those that are currently in EV will graduate with a degree for EV. The thing is, how to maintain function of classes given the size of the remaining students, so, classes won't be canceled.

-David M.

Ominous Email

Lately, this has been the greatest mystery that erks my mind. On Wednesday I receive an email from my adviser Erin. It was addressed to some EV students and 2 of the EV profs. and a Graphic Designer prof. which is also the director of the department. The contents of the email consist of...

"Hello,
You are receiving this e-mail because you are listed as an Electronic
Visualization major. If this is incorrect, please let me know.

I am requesting that you meet with myself and a few others on Friday
January 30 at noon in 2410 A + A. This shouldn't take more than an
hour, but will be important.

I hope to see you then,
Erin"

Pretty vague isn't? I can't help, but think of the worse possible scenario of, "Sorry, we're pulling the plug on the program." Though I did talk to my professor Sabrina who was CC. In the email, all she said was don't worry about it, but would not disclose the purpose of the meeting. All I was told was is a "surprise" and there will be changes to the program. This is going to be one hell of a week.

-David M.