The Jule’s Naomi Taylor, one of the museum’s new Student Guides
Q: What is your major and why did you choose it?
A: Global Studies in Human Sciences, I chose this major because at the time my biggest goal was to travel outside of the country. This major has a required study abroad component. In Spring 24, I went to Edinburgh, Scotland to study nonprofits and interior design. However, I really do enjoy the subject matter and learning about pressing issues in a global context.
Q: What is your favorite thing about your program?
A: I love how inclusive it is. It is very broad in subject matter, and so therefore I can apply it to any field. The people in my program are also some of the kindest and most open-minded people I have ever met.
Q: What is your overall career goal?
A: My goal is to get my masters in either Public Administration or Cultural Heritage. But first I plan on taking a year to work in the nonprofit field before I continue my studies.
Q: What has been your favorite part of working at The Jule so far?
A: This is the most relaxing job I have had by far. I love art and being surrounded by art. Learning about the artists that we have on display has been so awesome. I also love when the younger kids come and I get to help out with the Creative Cubs programming.
Q: What experience have you gained at The Jule that you expect to carry into your career?
A: Public speaking is definitely the most important skill I have gained from this job. It is important in any field and learning how to articulate your self and explain things in front of people you’ve never met before can be so daunting but is imperative in the field I am seeking.
Q: How has your time working at The Jule informed your coursework or choice of major?
A: Working at The Jule has reinforced my want to work with children, specifically in the arts. Helping kids channel their inner creativity can be so rewarding.
Q: What experience have you gained at The Jule you expect to career into your career?
A: While working at The Jule, I have been able to learn about the [behind the scenes] for hosting events, how to better create an online presence for the museum, and how to communicate with colleagues. These things will be very helpful, as I will be entering the workforce in December.
Q: What has surprised you the most about working in an academic art museum?
A: How many moving parts there are. I didn’t realize how many roles are required to upkeep and operate a museum, its pretty astounding.
Q: Have you participated in any research or projects (at The Jule and in general at Auburn University)?
A: Yes, I have done research on different artist that we have on display at The Jule such as: Mary Frances Whitfield, Frank Kleinholz, and Fernando Castro Pacheco.
Q: What is your favorite work of art at The Jule Museum, either from our collection of from one of our exhibitions?
A: I have been really enamored with Rachel Liebskind’s exhibit on “The Golden Record” ever since I saw it. I love her mind and being able to take different pieces that would otherwise have nothing to do with one another and put them together to make art. Her incorporation of the archives at Auburn University was also so special. I got to meet her and speak with her and her choices all made so much sense.
