Week 1 Part 1 Task 1: Student Info

1. What is your major?

Hi all. My name is Miles Siegel and I am a senior Accounting student.

2. What operating system do you have on your computer?

I use an apple Mac book laptop with operating system X version 10.8.4.

3. Do you have the right to upgrade the software on your computer?

 Yes I have the right to upgrade my software.

4. What Internet and computer related courses have you already taken and what are your usual activities on the Internet (Facebook, email, chats, etc.)?

I have not taken any courses relating to computers or the Internet. My main activities on the computer are Facebook, web-surfing, iTunes, email, and research for courses.

5. Have you taken online courses before?

I have taken two online courses from Ramapo: Contemporary Africa and Principles of Managerial Accounting. I am also taking an online course for Health and Life Insurance.

6. Do you have MS Office on your computer? If yes, which version?

I have MS Office 2010 for Mac.

7. Do you work anywhere now?

I currently work as a customer service representative for an Allstate insurance agency in Ramsey. I process payments handle most calls, and do miscellaneous office duties.

8. When do you graduate?

I will be graduating in May 2014 with a second bachelor’s degree in accounting.

9. Add anything you want about your interests, skills, job projects, etc. that might help the instructor and students understand you and your computer/Internet skills and interests better.

I received a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Ramapo in 2010. The majority of my computer skills are in online databases and statistical software.

10. What are your hobbies or what do you like to do outside of school and work?

I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I love trying food from different cultures, as long as its not meat since I am a vegetarian. 

•Do you work anywhere now (where if yes, and what do you do there)?

I currently work as a customer service representative for an Allstate insurance agency in Ramsey. I process payments handle most calls, and do miscellaneous office duties.

•Your desirable occupation

My plan is to get my CPA licenses after I graduate and work in public accounting for an accounting firm. I ultimately hope to go into private accounting and work for a major pharmaceutical company to add my passion for science into my work life.

•When do you graduate?

            I will be graduating in May 2014.

•What benefits do you see for yourself in a distance learning format?

Distance learning is a great format for people who have busy schedules and need the flexibility of making there own schedule to learn the material. I am currently working and the distance learning is great because I can work more hours since I don’t have to physically go to a class for 9 hours a week. I do work on my lunch hour or before work and after work.