Day 1
I don’t know if I’ve taken a class quite like this one before (and not only because the class is six hours long every day). Every dimension of the class presents a challenge unlike anything I’ve been faced with during college, and the applications of every lesson is obvious. Personal health project – I’m approaching this as an opportunity to better myself, where my partner’s grade is dependent on my effort. Also, it’s kind of like having a personal health coach for the next couple of weeks and I’m going to make a concerted effort to develop healthier dietary habits. Design project – first of all, it’s going to be incredibly interesting to work with a blind person. I’m excited to observe how the subject handles routine activities and lives such a high-functioning life. The subject suggested some ideas for our team’s project based on some problems she experiences throughout her everyday life, and admittedly they sounded like very small problems! Technology has come a long way in providing her with a better quality of life. However, I took a walk with her after class and immediately recognized that there are some things about her life that could be improved that she may not even be aware of—and, hopefully, that is where we come in. Hand drawings – the most significant takeaway from this activity was something David said… “A sketch can be a powerful tool for bringing others closer to your idea.”
-Ahnaf C.
BME Design 