Why are you in the IDM Program?
"I want to be in the IDM Program because I feel that my computer knowledge is limited. After completing OFT, I feel that IDM will help me to gain more insight and I will be more marketable on the job market."

What are your interests?
"I love to read -some people call me a bookworm and I'm a very good customer of the SF Public Library. At the moment I am devouring mystery books. My favorite mystery writers are Edna Buchanan, W. Cobin, T.J. Parker and Leslie Elizabeth Murphy. I also am an animal lover, having two cats of my own. I am a volunteer at the SPCA. I feel all animals deserve our love and help."

Tell me about your work history?
"Most of my working years, I worked as an insurance claims adjuster mainly doing liability and worker's comp claims. I also had data entry jobs for law offices where I acquired extensive computer experience. Thus, I look to broaden my computer knowledge and hone my skills."

How about a personal statement?
"Like everyone else, I believe that we have the right to have our own beliefs and our personal freedom. And to me, that means to live up to our own guide of integrity and honesty. At the moment, I am not sure how and when I might be able to apply the skills I am going to acquire in the IDM class, but in time I know that everything is going to fall into place."

• My thanks to Ilse for her interview. Best of luck to you! --Tiare
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