"I love the fact that my own professional development can mirror the growth of my institution. Working at a start-up museum provided me the opportunity to try boldly, to fail epically, and to assume a level of responsibility that, I now realize, fuels me."
What do you like most about your current position?
I love the fact that my own professional development can mirror the growth of my institution. Working at a start-up museum provided me the opportunity to try boldly, to fail epically, and to assume a level of responsibility that, I now realize, fuels me.
What classes or experiences (field trips, internships, ...) did you enjoy the most while in the Museology Program?
I really enjoyed the people I met in the Museology Program. Many I consider to be my good friends, while others are colleagues I feel comfortable calling with questions and ideas both brilliant and ridiculous.
What skills from your museology degree have been most useful in your current position?
Knowledge of collections management best practices and an appreciation for the importance of organizational structure.
What advice do you have for current or future museology students?
Use your time in the program to reach out and make a significant contribution to the museum field in some form, whether that be as a volunteer, an intern, an employee or an unpaid parking lot attendant. That investment of time, energy and passion will undoubtedly be measured when you apply for a job.
What is your favorite museum, exhibit, or museum experience?
I love the High Museum in Atlanta because I am a fan of the architect, Richard Meier. It is peaceful space.