Sheridan Life

I've never written a blog. This will be the first one. Ever.

I've written short stories, novels, twenty-paged essays, but a blog? Not until I began my second semester at Sheridan College. Before anyone gets the wrong impression, I'd like to make it clear that I am a total nerd who loves reading, writing and learning. Creating a blog was bound to be the next step.

My time at Sheridan College thus far has definitely been an interesting experience. The Tim Hortons Express has saved my life on multiple occasions, especially with the Wintery days only becoming colder. I love skiing and snowboarding, but you could not pay me enough to make the trek from the student parking lot to the G building without first entering the SCAET to avoid the frigid air.

Coming from Western University, where almost everything is theory based, to a smaller campus where professors really get to know your strengths and weaknesses and provide you with hands on experience, makes all the difference. I feel like I'm getting a better grasp on the advertising industry and its many different areas. Granted, my program at Western University did not focus on advertising per se, which is why earning my certificate at Sheridan is building my confidence in terms of applying to positions in the industry.

As the line goes, "knowledge is power," and that power is what seems to be increasing my inner most confidence. Through presentations, media buying demonstrations, creating ad campaigns and designing the advertisement content itself, I feel as though I'm better understanding what is required of me before I begin a placement. It's invigorating and inspiring. Not only am I inspired to enter into the work force, but I'm inspired to let my imagination run wild. I'm invigorated to write more fiction novels. I'm excited to design book covers and promote my novels on my own. I'm motivated to learn more about the advertising industry and the different companies I could potentially fit into in my upcoming co-op placement. Even though I'm halfway to receiving my certificate, I'm looking forward to learning even more and sharing my experiences with those of you who have found your way to my page.