...I also volunteer with the Heinz History Center where I will be a judge for the National History Day competition. The ability to write and write well is so important. I have seen good and bad writing as the law librarian for the federal courts. (read more)
...That together means that I have over 400 hours of experience working with children. As a kid, I had problems with reading and had to seek help. That time gave me a life long insight to the inner workings of kids works who need a little extra help. (read more)
...In addition to these subjects, I also teach many different skills, including organization, listening comprehension, note taking, studying, and strategies for dealing with disorders or learning differences. Not only that, but I am big on building self esteem. Encouragement is a must for a learner! (read more)
...I currently develop for MFIX, which is primarily supported on Linux. Part of the job is supporting questions from users on the mailing list, who are mechanical engineering students and researchers but are not specialists in the Linux command line specifically. I have been working with Linux/Unix for twenty years. (read more)
Howdy, I'm Alana! I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburgh in 2021 with a BS in Biological Sciences and minors in Chemistry and Public & Professional Writing. After graduating, I am using my degree and written communication skills to make science accessible to all learners and... (read more)