Hello, everyone!
My name’s Sinbad Adjuik, and I’m here to take you on a quick trip through my journey from Ghana to Florida State University (FSU). Let’s call it “Byte-Sized Beginnings” because my story is rooted in technology and personal growth, and it’s not been without its challenges.
I spent a few years at the University of Health and Allied Sciences in Ghana as a Data Manager and IT Assistant. You know those jobs that make you wear a ton of hats? That was mine. From managing databases to troubleshooting tech glitches, I was always at the forefront of solving problems. That hands-on experience made me fall in love with user-focused tech solutions. It ignited a passion that continues to drive me today.
Fast forward to today, I’ve landed in Tallahassee, pursuing my MS in IT at FSU. It’s been a shift from campus in Ghana to the sunny streets of Florida(which is a relief because I can’t stand the cold). Still, my passion has stayed the same: finding ways to bridge the gap between people’s needs and what technology can offer. At Strozier Library, where I’m a Graduate Assistant, I’m sharpening my digital skills by diving into fascinating research projects. Libraries are like tech hubs in disguise, aren’t they?
Beyond work and school, I recharge with hobbies that keep my creativity flowing. I love 3D modeling there’s something magical about bringing digital designs to life. This hobby sharpens my technical skills and allows me to express my creativity. Gaming is another outlet, especially action RPGs (think strategy meets adventure). This helps me develop my problem-solving skills and strategic thinking. Oh, and if there’s a documentary on it, I’m watching it. The topic doesn’t matter; I’m always curious to learn something new. Fun fact: I wanted to be a vet as a kid due to my love for animals, but that gradually changed. I am still wondering why, but
My ultimate goal is to combine all these interests, tech, creativity, and storytelling, and build digital experiences that connect with people. Whether coding a project, creating digital content, or sharing what I’ve learned, I want to inspire and engage diverse audiences. I plan to achieve this by continuously learning, growing, and collaborating with like-minded individuals who share my passion for technology and creativity.
I’m thrilled and honored to be in this class with you all. I’m excited to see how we each bring unique stories and skills. Feel free to reach out on Instagram for a peek into my hobbies or on LinkedIn if you want to connect professionally. Here’s to learning, sharing, and growing together!
Hi Sinbad!
First off, I think it’s incredibly cool that you moved from Ghana to Florida! I can only imagine how well you are in adaptability during the time of your move between the weather, culture/environment and work/school atmospheres. I mentioned your skill because I had a similar experience moving from the U.S. Virgin Islands to Florida and struggled with verbiage and language dialect for the first two years. Eventually, I grew to love Florida at the time for the ability of expression and possibilities of career growth starting from a middle school curriculum. Your job sounds fascinating, I didn’t think you’d have to wear hats for the profession so that was insightful to know. It’s impressive how your hands-on experience has fueled your passion for user-focused tech solutions during the moments you’re in action. Bringing digital designs to life and developing problem-solving skills through RPGs sounds like a perfect blend of fun and learning as well. I am interested in knowing how many coding languages you’re proficient in? Out of all programming languages I find Python to be the easiest! But, best of luck with your endeavors at FSU and beyond, I’m excited to see your developments!
Hey Sinbad! Let me begin by saying I love the title for your blog post! Your story is interesting and emotionally engaging, and I love how you’ve woven so many different aspects of your life into a tapestry with many threads in telling your story. From the many different experiences in your career driving you towards user-focused solutions to using RPGs as a way to further creative thinking, your passion shines through in this post. I think it is more important that ever to keep helping people a top priority as we work with new technology advances, and you wanting to find creative mediums and methods to do it is awesome. I also love RPGs! I’m excited to see your work!
Hi Sinbad! Your post was very entertaining to read, you have great creative writing skills! I love the title! I liked that you mentioned having to wear many hats in your previous job, as a user researcher I can relate! I feel like I am constantly diving into new subjects and putting myself in different people’s shoes. I also share your passion for user centered technology. I find that this career field is great for those of us looking to combine technology with creativity.
I also hate the cold, but I have enjoyed this rare bit of snow we are having! I hope you are enjoying the sunshine state!