Topics | Spring 2007 Roundtable
1. Personal experiences in graduate school
2. Origins of studying interests
3. Influential people for graduate work
4. Most memorable conference experience(s)
5. Biggest challenges and rewards in graduate school
6. Teaching elementary and high school students about the Web
7. Politicians doing smart things on the Web
8. Brainstorming a "web use" seminar for politicians
9. The future for studying the social dynamics of technology
THREAD #4
Paul DiPerna:
Can you describe for us your most memorable conference experience?
Miia Akkinen:
I have joined only one conference, eBRC 2004 in Tampere, Finland. I was quite nervous before my presentation - this was my first conference ever - and I was extremely concerned not to exceed the time limits. As the result, I finished my 30 minutes presentation in 15 minutes. Fortunately the audience had a few questions so I didn't have to be shamed about my super-fast performance...
Fred Stutzman:
Well, without a doubt that's the UNC Social Software Symposium I put together in 2006.
The attendees were absolutely top-notch, the conversation was great, and everything went off without a hitch. My advisor Gary Marchionini supported the conference, and it wouldn't have happened without his support. I think it was a truly beneficial event for all involved, and I really look forward to collaborating with some of the friends I met through the conference.
Sarita Yardi:
Hmmm. Am I allowed to pass on this? I've been to fun conferences but nothing outstanding (yet). I generally don't like meetings, especially ones that are long and drawn out. I've earned a reputation with my group mates both at Tech and Berkeley for holding the shortest group meetings ever.
Paul Lawton:
This is a tough one.. Most of my experiences have been nothing but positive, with my work being well received.
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