As I mentioned last week, I participated in the Southern Arizona Water Users Association Forum on Friday, March 6. Discussion was, unsurprisingly, focused on water conservation and sustainability. We were assured that, though many other southwestern states are experiencing droughts, Arizona is not in any sort of water shortage crisis. I was also glad to hear that as some states, like California, may have to start rationing water, Arizona will not be forced to take such measures because of our long history of conservation and planning.
At the office, preparation for the upcoming Energy Efficiency Expo continues. To gather contact information from possible attendees, I have been given the task of scanning a lot--a LOT--of business cards. While this job isn't the most exciting thing in the world, it is necessary if the office wants anyone to show up, and I'm more than happy to do it. I'm really starting to get excited for the event; seeing the end result of this work will be extremely rewarding.
That's all for now. Thanks!
Jacob
Sounds like you are really being put to work! Out of curiosity, what method did you finally end up using to streamline RSVP-ing? What has been the biggest challenge you've faced so far? Also, what is the atmosphere like at your internship? Is there generally a lot of discussion going on or is everyone quietly focused on their work? What will your job be during the expo? Oh! One more thing, you mentioned that you were chosen to be a representative--what does that look like?
ReplyDeleteThis is really interesting and I think it's neat that you get to have an insider's view of Tucson politics. Looking forward to your next post!
Hey Kyrie! Sorry I took so long to respond :\
DeleteWe initially used Eventbrite, a free online event planning service, but eventually went with Splash. It worked really well--it let us easily send out invites and reminders, and let us track the RSVPs in real time.
The biggest challenge so far has definitely been putting in the grunt work. Calling number after number, leaving voicemail after voicemail, and scanning business card after business card gets challenging. But it paid off--I can't say this officially, but we think that this is the largest energy summit ever put together in Arizona.
The office is always busy. There are instances where people need to get their own work done, but collaboration is so necessary that everyone works with everyone else almost daily.
I didn't have much of a job at the expo itself, I mostly just helped get everyone to attend. I did gather the name tags afterwards though :D
At least for the conference I attended, I basically sat and listened throughout the the speakers' presentations, followed along with the provided printed-out powerpoints, and took a could notes on topics of interest. But I did get free food!
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