Skidmore Spotlight: Jesse O'Connell
Jesse O'Connell, also known by her maiden name, Wakeman, is program coordinator for
the John B. Moore Documentary Studies Collaborative (MDOCS).
O'Connell joined Skidmore in October of 2015 after relocating from San Francisco where
she worked in the documentary film industry. O'Connell says that her role coordinating
an academic program brings unexpected similarities to the process of creating a film.
"The opportunity to think creatively with the support of my MDOCs colleagues and the
broader Skidmore community is fulfilling and inspiring," said O'Connell.
Some of her favorite things to do on campus include Human Resources' and other sponsored
networking events where she can meet new people and socialize.
When not at work, O'Connell spends time with her family on hikes and working in their
garden.