Anthony Farino

Background

About Anthony Farino

Ever since the moment that I used my first smart device, I have always had a strong passion for assisting others with technology and learning everything that I can about its impact on others. As of May 2021, I am a graduate of the University of Iowa that majored in Computer Science (BS) and minored in Communication Studies. Therefore, I made it my mission to be constantly surrounded by technology in order to complete my CS coursework to the fullest potential. With that in mind, I was able to complete my undergraduate degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.60 in order to take full advantage of the collegiate atmosphere and affirm my commitment to academics. Through my academic achievement, I have learned new skills that can be used in the professional workplace. Specifically, my coursework has allowed me to become more familiar in programming with Python and Java in addition to learning more of how to use the Linux shell. From July 2021 to May 2022, I was an employee of Blue Cross Blue Shield working as an Associate Supplier Management Analyst. Through this role, my goal was to work with company vendors and create an open forum by which both parties can be satisfied by the work being contracted. As listed on LinkedIn, I have previous work experience as a Client Solutions intern at U.S. Cellular doing IT work, allowing me to get a hands-on look on how an IT department handles day-to-day operations in a corporate environment. Through this experience, I strongly believe that I possess a greater ability to work with a team and create solutions that affect an entire company. On top of my internships however, I was also able to gain experience with my part-time student position as a Student IT Assistant at the University of Iowa Center for Advancement, where I was responsible for working with a support ticket system and interacting with clients in a professional setting. Therefore, with the combination of my work experiences, I strongly believe to have gotten a better understanding of customer satisfaction, customer communication, and the ability overall to assist users with technology in a streamlined fashion.