Just A Bear.

       I can hardly believe that the semester is almost over and this will be my final blog post for the semester. It feels like it went by so quickly and it was definitely a busy one. I managed to handle the workload by putting in a lot of hard work and also making sure to have some fun along the way. Throughout this semester, I discovered a lot about myself and what truly motivates me to do my best work. I also found myself enjoying classes that I didn't expect to enjoy as much as I did. One class that stood out to me was Principles of Social Media, where I got to immerse myself in the world of social media and complete assignments on platforms like Pinterest, Twitter (X) and even podcasting. Starting this blog was also a highlight for me, as I thoroughly enjoyed the process. However, there were ups and downs throughout the blogging journey. Some weeks it was easier to come up with topics to write about, especially when I had busy weekends during my cross country season. Writing

  Our class has successfully completed the Stukent book, covering all the essential chapters required for the course! We delved into twelve chapters of social media content, with a strong emphasis on social media marketing. The knowledge I gained from these chapters extended beyond the confinement of the classroom, as I found myself engrossed in the material. In fact, I couldn't resist exploring other chapters that piqued my curiosity through their intriguing titles. Overall, my impression of the Stukent book and its presentation is exceedingly positive. It didn't feel like a typical textbook; instead, it immersed me in the world of social media through integrated videos and bite-sized chunks of vital information, rather than lengthy paragraphs. The chapters' focused approach, targeting specific platforms or concepts, greatly aided my understanding. By avoiding the confusion of jumping between various platforms when discussing marketing, algorithm and usage, the book provid