Hi, everyone! My name is Sophie Polson, and I am a senior from Overland Park, KS (a suburb of Kansas City). I am studying Computer Science with a certificate in Information Science and Studies. I was fortunate enough to take NC Jukebox with Professor Abel and Professor Szabo last spring, so I have returned for another semester! That being said, this course also sounded like a perfect way to finish my last semester at Duke. I’ve lived in Durham for the past four years, but I’m not very familiar with much of its history. This course seems to be the perfect combination of learning the history of the city alongside technological tools to aid in the increased access to and perpetuation of Durham’s historical records that may otherwise remain hidden.
On campus, I am heavily involved in the marching and pep band. I love being a part of a musical group that is able to travel and support other teams on campus! I have been a UTA for an assortment of Computer Science classes over the past three and a half years. I have also held a student developer job with the web department at the Social Science Research Institute in Gross Hall for the past three years. I enjoy going to the gym and experimenting with P.E. classes offered here at Duke – the course I’m attempting this semester is Stand Up Paddleboard Fitness! I am excited to be here and to get to know all of you throughout this semester!
