Meet...Nickie
Name:
Nickie Jenkins Kopacka.Department: OCIO-IS, formerly CCIT.
How
long at MUSC: 22 years and counting.How did you become interested in computers: I took a FORTRAN programming class in college, and I was hooked.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job: Helping people.
If you could change careers, what would you rather be doing: Something to do with flowers and plants, but not physical labor.
Family: My husband, Glenn, and son Jason, 25, who goes by Jake.
First job: Telephone solicitor.
Mac or PC: I have a Mac at home and a PC at work.
Favorite possession: Crystal suncatchers.
Favorite TV show: Stargate SG1.
Favorite room in your house: Living room with a large picture window so I can see outside.
Favorite musical group: Moody Blues.
Person you admire the most: My dad. He was a true southern gentleman.
How do you spend your free time: Outside, watering and admiring my plants.
Biggest challenge: Fighting cancer—so far I’m winning.
Words of advice: ODAT—one day at a time, and JLIG—just let it go.
Friday, July 7, 2006
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