Welcome to MY Blog

This is a test. Not a graded test but a test nevertheless.
Actually, this is the intial entry on MY blog.

First -- Welcome ICLA - Fall, 2007 students. Wait -- isn't this still the beginning of August?? The good thing about getting here early is you get a jump on all the other students looking for fall internships. The bad thing -- well, look outside -- it's the beginning of August!! Of course, in L.A. everyday for the next 90 days will feel like August, so not to worry.

Second -- This semester is a great opportunity for you to get a sense of what L.A. and working in the entertainment and communication industry is like. Take full advantage of it. Experiment. Put yourself out there and be bold (within reason). And -- don't be afraid to ask questions. Steve T., Jon, Holly & I want to help in any way we can. We're all aware this is new territory for most of you and don't expect you to "get it all" in the first week. If you're feeling lost or confused come talk to us -- there are a lot of you, so take the initiative and let us know if there's an issue or problem (or even if things are going well :) )

Third -- I teach screenwriting and TV writing and have worked in many aspects of the industry. My official "title" is professional-in-residence -- meaning I know what it's like to live and work in L.A. and how to navigtate the waters here. I don't know it all (who does?) but what I don't know I can help you find out. Use me as a resource, come see me in the office or post responses or opinions to things I write (even if you disagree, especially on movies. I like a good argument). On that score, I'll be posting here at least weekly and providing links to sites/places you might want to know about.

Welcome again -- I look forward to getting to know all of you.

- SG

PS - You can also send me an email at: sginsber@ithaca.edu. Yes -- IC took the "g" away from the end of my last name on my email account. We've never been able to figure out why.