Dee Kapila visits FDOM class

February 05, 2016

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By: Jennifer Alvord Texas State alumna Dee Kapila spoke to Fundamentals of Digital and Online Media students on Wednesday about the importance of constantly learning new skills in a digital career.Kapila graduated from the University of Texas with an undergraduate degree in advertising. After graduating, she began her career at Dell as a product specialist. Kapila always had a passion for communication and technology, so she decided to further her education at Texas State University where she graduated with a master’s degree in new media in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication in 2008.After obtaining her master’s, she worked for many different companies doing instructional technology. Kapila is now starting her new job as a product manager at Headspring in Austin, TX.Kapila had great advice for students by telling them to feel comfortable about jumping into new things and learning new skills as soon as possible.“Always think about yourself as a CEO in training,” Kapila said. “As a CEO, you need to know a little bit about everything."She then went on to explain how quickly technology changes and encourages students to be able to adapt. “Some skills in technology come and go, but HTML and CSS aren’t going anywhere,” Kapila said. “Knowing code is very important.”Kapila also believes that having an online presence is extremely important. “Social media and blogging are no longer frivolous endeavors,” Kapila said. “It's now the primary way companies communicate and interact.” Thank you for coming and sharing your knowledge with us, Dee! We love hearing from professional alumni.