The presence of an introduction is held to imply that there is something of consequence and importance to be introduced. – Machen
My name is Scott and I am currently (but not for much longer) a student at Augustana College. After some tweaking, exploring, and evaluating, I have decided on pursuing Communications/Business and Psychology degrees to be completed this May. They tell me it is time to grow up after that…
My four years at Augustana have been wonderful partly due to engaging professors, interesting classes, freshly formed friendships and my wonderful girlfriend that has been here the entire time (4 yr anniversary coming up soon).
As I transition out of school, I realize that I may have finally come up with a plan (in the loosest sense of the word). I have survived four+ years of “what are you going to do?” questions and think I may have finally come up with an answer that I am truly excited about. That will come out clearly as this blog evolves…
Things that keep me busy outside of school and trying to get acquainted with some career options include graphic design, photography, improv, lacrosse, snowboarding, tweeting (yes, that counts as a hobby), watching sports, board/video/card/any games, reading, and of course a special lady. While I would never survive classes in Physics, Biology, and Chemistry, I will take any opportunity to learn about each because I like to stay up on my nerdiness and knowledge in diverse areas keeps me on my creative toes. That same sentiment generally applies to any subject…I like to think it would be difficult for you to come up with a conversation in which I could not add my own semi-educated view (probably not true, but I dare you to try it because it will cause me to learn).
My psychology interest has pushed me to really explore what makes people tick and how people relate to each other and their environment. Coordinating groups and keeping ideas consistent and coherent brings me joy because I want to provide big pictures/concepts that are supported by fine details. I’m actually kind of anal about details which is how I landed Baseball Statistician and Editor-in-Chief roles.
Under it all, I’m a sucker for humor. Simple things, including sarcasm, make me laugh randomly. I could have easily been that guy you saw driving next to you that was smirking or laughing while riding alone because of a new thought. I hope I provide some laughs for the people around me because people are most relaxed when they are happy and perform at their highest levels during tasks when they are happy (check the research).
Follow me at: twitter.com/sjhalestorm
Read my randomness at: halestorm.tumblr.com
Treasure Hunt!
I don’t know why I’m saying that. I think pain meds are still making me loopy. Welcome to the real blog world. Not that Tumblr crap where I can’t comment.
I like that you admit that you’re a “suck for humor”. It explains you and I are twiends, but it makes your friendship with Billeter more perplexing.
M!les is a jerk. And I think exclamation points in names are about as funny as a sad clown who has no friends.
NOT VERY FUNNY!
Sorry Scott, I was going through old posts seeing where I had commented and realized M!les m0cked m3 in hi$ c0mment. I’m excited for where this blog could go. I predict it will be very insightful and well-written with engaging topics of discussion.
Mostly because I posted this 2 months after you started the blog and already know that it’s the case.