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Kathleen Simmons Furman

Hi, '73 classmates! Kathy Simmons Furman here. During high school I was extremely geeky, but I loved drama, art and music class and history too. My favorite teachers at Northwestern were Ms. Busti (drama), Mr. Stickles (Biology), Mr. Ronca (band) and believe it or not, Mrs. Roe (history--she was a tough one!)

I've lived in the Houston, Texas area since December of 1978.
I'm married and have two children,one of whom will be graduating from high school in 2009.


Early this year I decided to go back to school and get my Bachelor's Degree. My major is Humanities with a minor in Communications, although I might change that minor to history or sociology--I'm not sure yet.
I'm currently a half-time student at University of Maryland University College online and my second semester has just begun.
I took the summer semester and have an A average! Wheeeee! My goal is to eventually obtain a Master's degree in Library Science, with the aim of becoming an archivist or curator.

Other education over the years includes:

Prince Georges Community College (English and Psychology courses).

Art Institute of Houston (Diploma- Evening Program, Layout and Production Art/Computer-Aided Graphic Design)


Other interests: Karate! I'm currently in training at GKR Karate here in Houston.
I help the club out by instructing three classes a week and should be testing for my Red belt at the end of this month. Then it's Brown belt for a year and then black belt!

I've had lots of work and life experience, including the following jobs:

Graphic Designer (Print, Illustration)for more than 10 years.... Professional Singer/Musician for more than 28 years in rock and R&B bands (performing, recording, songwriting, promoting).... Secretary.... Buyer/Planner.... Sales Correspondent.... Photographer studio office Manager.... Photographer's Assistant.... Waiter.... Bartender....

a Jack of All Trades!

Other Stuff:

I'm a Navy Brat, I don't like lima beans, I love old movies (Bogart, Bette Davis, etc.), I'm very eclectic in my musical tastes. I love learning and if I could afford to be a full time student, I'd be in heaven. I have a myspace page -- please visit it: http://www.myspace.com/kateire

Last but certainly not least, I'm constantly homesick for Maryland and DC and Ocean City. The Hawk and Dove! Varsity Grill! Baltimore Delicatessen! Post Pub! The Metro! The Bay Bridge! The Boardwalk, Ocean City! The Flamingo Motel! Dupont Circle! The Dubliner! And dare I say it....Little Tavern!

    

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