EM Narrative Summer 2026
This is me and my journey to obtaining my Master’s in Emerging Media
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Salutations everyone😂! My name is Kamaiyah Reese, and I am a student at the University of Georgia studying for an Emerging Media. Sic ‘em! Woof! Woof! Woof! I started the program in Summer 2026 in order to develop my technical abilities and get experience working with digital media and technology. I am a fully online student and, thus, have not had the chance to join any university clubs. However, I have about five years of experience in the IT industry and have developed strong problem solving, communication, and technical abilities during my work there. From my work experience and studies, I have realized that I like using technology to create interesting digital experiences. The classes have helped me to hone my skills in web development, user experience design, and digital content creation, and have given me an opportunity to think about innovative ways of using technology to inform others. I would like to use my skills in technology, design, healthcare, and digital media.
When I first enrolled in the Emerging Media program, I wanted to challenge myself by learning skills outside of my previous experience in information technology. One of my first courses, Web Page Development, introduced me to Bootstrap, a framework I had never used before, and also provided me with a valuable refresher in HTML, CSS, and Java. Working through class projects helped me better understand how these technologies come together to create responsive, user-friendly websites while also improving my confidence as a developer. The hands-on assignments encouraged me to think creatively, troubleshoot problems, and develop practical skills that I can apply in future projects.
Next semester, I will continue building on that foundation by taking Web Page Development and Native App Development. I have never heard of Native App Development before, nor do I fully know the possibilities of what I will be learning. However, I’m excited to step outside of my comfort zone, take on a new challenge, and discover how mobile applications are designed and developed. I look forward to expanding my technical knowledge, strengthening my portfolio, and seeing how these new skills can complement my background in information technology and open doors to future career opportunities.
