a. I've been using computers and the internet since I was about 7, when my family bought our first desktop. I have basic computer skills, as well as more in-depth experience with certain specialty programs (as far as I know, not everyone has experience with Photoshop or doing book keeping on Excel - I might be incorrect). In terms of web-design experience, I taught myself basic html to alter my blog as a teenager using an online guide. I've forgotten the very few things I knew, but I recognized some elements in the first chapter of the book. I also designed a web page in a science summer camp years ago, but, again, I don't remember much aside from understanding the concepts.b. As a public relations major, I feel it is important to have a certain level of web design training. I don't think the PR department offers adequate coursework in web design or graphic design. Also, PR Publications, the closest course in the department to a web design course did not fit into my internship schedule this spring. I would like to be able to make myself more marketable to future employers by having web design experience (I've already been asked in internship interviews what kind of experience I have). This includes making my own web page that I can link to my email, and put on a business card. Lastly, I have an idea for a community web site that I would like to try out.
