A Few Words About Passion

I am two weeks into my new Gig as Career Services Manager here at the Dave School and one thing is crystal clear... passion is passion no matter what it says on ones diploma. 

Having spent 11 years at my previous school in a similar position I was concerned with what I would find when I arrived at DAVE. 11 years brings a sense of comfort and ease. I was to the point where I often flew on auto pilot. I was concerned about not knowing "where all the bodies were buried" on my new campus and thought that it would be a long while before I found my stride. Yes, there is a whole new slew of procedures and reports that I need to become familiar with one thing makes it all worth while. Passion! It is the most powerful of all the drugs and I have been receiving a steady drip straight into the vein since I arrived here a few weeks back.

It was heartwarming to watch a packed room interact with my first hosted event yesterday. Michael Jalbert from MPC Film stopped by to talk about opportunities at his studios in Canada and spoke with over 50 students who proved that their passion was much stronger than a day in the middle of their summer break week. They came prepared and eager, resumes in hand. It was right then and there that proved what I have always believed, passion speaks louder than words! 

My inbox has been jammed with students eager to get started on their resumes and portfolios and many alumnus have popped in or emailed to welcome me and introduce themselves. PASSION! 

So, let me first say thank you to everyone that has welcomed me to DAVE, this certainly include the faculty and staff who lead by example with passion of their own. 

Students and Alumni, if I haven't met you yet I am looking forward to doing so. We have a lot of exciting things in store first of which is the upcoming Siggraph conference in Anaheim the week of July 25th. I look forward to connecting with you and our many industry partners. Keep an eye out for more details regarding a DAVE School meet up sometime that week. 

Keep the passion! Let everyone you encounter feel it, be inspired by it and be refreshed by your energy and spirit. I am really proud to be here amongst such a passionate group.