Spring break is so close now, only a couple days! But there are still a million and one things to do between now and then. I have a presentation tomorrow in my history for espionage seminar on the WWII Anglo-Soviet parachute agents of Operation 'Pickaxe,' which I found to be a interesting because it's a side of World War II that is not portrayed in any standard history courses.
I also have been plugging along with studio work. We are concluding our site analysis officially on Friday, which has consisted of a lot of diagramming and modeling of various observations and conclusions about the site for the elementary school we will be designing. We have started to think about the programming of schools in general as well as how these organizational strategies will work within the site, considering all of the analysis we have already completed.
Last week I finished up with probably the biggest project of the semester for my Structures (Tectonics) course. After learning about light wood construction, we were to design a small watchtower following a number of design constraints, such as a cantilevered roof and second story. We then were to complete construction drawings and finally a VERY time consuming model of all the frame work. Though it took several long nights to finish, I was happy with the results. It is definitely a project that I want to feature in my portfolio.
Speaking of which, I've been working really hard to finalize my portfolio (to at least as final as a portfolio can get as we are always finishing new work) and my resume for the application process to find a summer internship. The prospects are not looking promising at the moment though, considering the economy. Most likely, I will have something only part-time and probably unpaid. Still, its worth the effort if I'm able to get some firm experience before I start to apply for co-op for next spring.
So, per usual, I've had a lot going on the past couple weeks, and needless to say spring break is looking really good, even if I'm just going home to Connecticut. I'm probably gonna have to budget in sometime though to keep up with work for several classes. Still, to be able to catch up on some rest and relaxation and see friends and family is much needed.