Featured Staff: Goddess Harrison

Lincoln Eagle (LE): Where are you from?
Goddess Harrison (GH): Dayton, Ohio.
LE: Have you always lived here?
GH: Yes.
LE: What is your favorite thing about Dayton?
GH: All the different places to go and things to see. When I was a child, my father used to take me to see historic buildings and cottages. The Wright Patterson Airforce Museum is very interesting too.
LE: Where did you go to school?
GH: For elementary school, I went to Residence Park, then I went to Job Corps for Clerk Typist Training. In 2003, I graduated from Southwestern College with a degree in Administrative Assisting.
LE: What was your favorite class?
GH: It was computers. I learned most of my office management skills from Carol Eggert in Career Services. I owe most of my success to her - she was a very good teacher.
LE: If you were to work in a different field, what would you like to do?
GH: I'd like to sew - my grandmother always wanted me to be a seamstress. I would do fashion design or something like that.
LE: Do you have any favorite books or movies?
GH: I like mystery and adventure stories. I was a member of the Black Expressions publishing group and I have some books from them that I've been meaning to read. As far as movies, I saw 'The Long Kiss Goodnight' recently. I also like the TV show 'The Ghostwhisperer'.
LE: Do you have any hobbies?
GH: I love to cook, when I have the time.
LE: How did you get the name Goddess?
GH: My mother named me Goddess and my father named me Maria. They were never really a couple, so when I was at my mother's house, I went by Goddess and when I was at my father's house everyone called me Maria.

Need help with computers? Dayton Metro Library has a class for you!

For many, the prospect of using computers for projects or work can be daunting. Luckily, the public library offers free computer courses to teach people how to use many of the most common features of computers. Although they are free, some classes require advance registration. Be sure to call ahead if you want to take a class that requires registration. Contact the main library with any questions:

Main Library
215 E Third Street
Dayton, OH 45402
Registration Phone number:
463-2665

Microsoft Word Applied
First in a two part series, this class will introduce you to the basics of Microsoft Word. It will provide instruction on using the menus and toolbars of Word and give you a chance to practice creating and editing a simple Word document. Advanced registration is required.
March 21, 2011 10:00am - 11:30am

Microsoft Word in Action
This intermediate class will introduce you to the basics of Microsoft Word. This class will review page setup and introduce tables, bulleted lists, and graphics, including clip art. You will have a chance to practice creating simple documents using these elements. Advanced registration is required.
March 22, 2011 10:00am - 11:30am

Microsoft Excel Applied
This class introduces students to the basics of Microsoft’s spreadsheet program. Material covered includes spreadsheet terminology and capabilities, workbook creation and management, data manipulation, toolbars, using the Excel “help” function, sorting, basic functions, and basic editing features. Examples of everyday spreadsheet use are provided. Advance registration required.
March 23, 2011 3:00pm - 3:00pm

Mouse Basics
Before you begin to use a computer, there is the mouse. Learn the mouse skills needed to begin your computer training. Master your Mouse skills with Mousercise. This class is for those with minimal to no mouse skills.
March 28, 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Computer Basics
Now that you have mastered the mouse, let's learn the basics of how the computer works. We will cover the fundamentals of the Operating System. This class provides hands on instruction for beginners.
March 29, 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Computer Applied
Now that you understand the difference between hardware and software, continue building your knowledge with Computer Applied – “What every computer user should know”. We will continue your learning path with understanding the anatomy of the computer. Students will apply skills learned from Computer Basics to build their comprehension of computer fundamentals. Advance registration required.
March 30. 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Email Basics
Whether applying for a job online or just keeping in touch with family, having an Email account has become an essential way to communicate in today's society. This class is your introduction to electronic mail. You will have the opportunity sign up for your own e-mail account as we learn the basics of electronic mail.
April 6, 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm