Emely Ng has earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Facilities Management from Temple University and is now pursuing a Master’s in Architecture from Temple as well, with an anticipated graduation in 2022. She has been awarded 3 scholarships from the Philadelphia Chapter of IFMA in pursuit of her educational goals and as part of that was able to attend IFMA Work Workplace in 2018 in Charlotte, and 2019 in Phoenix.
In addition to her scholastic studies, she also has been employed in the FM department at Temple University under FIRM (Facilities Information Resources & Management) since August 2018. As part of her job duties, she was challenged with performing and implementing space analysis to reduce capacities within instructional spaces to reach social distancing goals at Temple for the current pandemic situation. Additionally, she is involved with the CAFM duties of the department, updating floor plans and the related space inventory database.
Emely has also been an active student member of IFMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter since 2017 where she was a Social Media Reporter for the Communications Committee from 2018 to 2020.
I graduated with a B.S. in Facilities Management at Temple University and I am currently pursuing my Masters degree in Architecture at the same university. I chose to pursue a FM degree because I saw that FM brought more opportunities in further developing my skills and knowledge in both the FM and Architecture field. It combined design, planning and business all together, and it gives you a whole new perspective of the consequences decisions can make when designing, renovating or running a building.
My favorite Fm subject in school was probably the classes that involved planning and designing. Those classes were Project Planning & Programming, and the FM Capstone research. Under these classes, I was able to learn to recognize issues and how to address them through proper observation, research and planning, and how those decisions affect the overall project.
One of my favorite projects was an observation research project for my Research & Methods for FM class. For this project, I observed students behaviors and how they used the space throughout the day. Factors included how weather and time of day affects the usage of the space. Another factor that plays an important role in people’s behavior in a space are the physical traces left behind which can affect the overall circulation of the space. It was a fun project because I got to observe people’s movement and behaviors based on obstacles that were presented at the moment.
My greatest success story would probably be accomplishing my goals in every step of the way. As well as, to be able to face and set new challenges that allows me to grow and experience something new. Exploring the many opportunities that were given to me, I was able to graduate with a B.S. in FM, continuing my studies for architecture, and continue to work under FIRM – Facilities Information & Resource Management Department at Temple University Facilities Management. And with the help and support from the FM community and Temple University; I’ve gotten the opportunity to meet professionals and young professionals in the field. Through all these experiences, I am always learning something new and improving my skill sets.
One of my biggest challenges was probably communicating with others in a group project. Communication plays a big role in the FM field, and working in group projects can be challenging at times. As I worked more and more in groups, I learned to understand that what makes sense to me might not make sense to others; what can be common sense to someone might not be so for another person. To overcome it, I learned to express when I do not understand something to prevent misunderstandings and to make sure everyone in the group is on the same page about the project goals, roles, process and deadlines.
One of my biggest goals is to travel all over the world, with the opportunity to learn more about each country’s culture, food, and architecture.
Be always open to learn new things and don’t let any obstacles stop you from doing what you like. There are so many opportunities that FM can offer, you never know what your passion is within the FM field if you are not open to learning new things everyday and face the challenges that come to you. You are always capable of more if you try. And take advantage of the many resources IFMA provides.
My goal upon graduation is to work at a company that has the same values as me and where I could grow and further my knowledge and skill sets. As well as being more involved in the FM community through IFMA and IFMA Greater Philadelphia chapter who has always welcomed and supported me throughout my years in college.
Emely Ng has earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Facilities Management from Temple University and is now pursuing a Master’s in Architecture from Temple as well, with an anticipated graduation in 2022. She has been awarded 3 scholarships from the Philadelphia Chapter of IFMA in pursuit of her educational goals and as part of that was able to attend IFMA Work Workplace in 2018 in Charlotte, and 2019 in Phoenix.
In addition to her scholastic studies, she also has been employed in the FM department at Temple University under FIRM (Facilities Information Resources & Management) since August 2018. As part of her job duties, she was challenged with performing and implementing space analysis to reduce capacities within instructional spaces to reach social distancing goals at Temple for the current pandemic situation. Additionally, she is involved with the CAFM duties of the department, updating floor plans and the related space inventory database.
Emely has also been an active student member of IFMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter since 2017 where she was a Social Media Reporter for the Communications Committee from 2018 to 2020.
I graduated with a B.S. in Facilities Management at Temple University and I am currently pursuing my Masters degree in Architecture at the same university. I chose to pursue a FM degree because I saw that FM brought more opportunities in further developing my skills and knowledge in both the FM and Architecture field. It combined design, planning and business all together, and it gives you a whole new perspective of the consequences decisions can make when designing, renovating or running a building.
My favorite Fm subject in school was probably the classes that involved planning and designing. Those classes were Project Planning & Programming, and the FM Capstone research. Under these classes, I was able to learn to recognize issues and how to address them through proper observation, research and planning, and how those decisions affect the overall project.
One of my favorite projects was an observation research project for my Research & Methods for FM class. For this project, I observed students behaviors and how they used the space throughout the day. Factors included how weather and time of day affects the usage of the space. Another factor that plays an important role in people’s behavior in a space are the physical traces left behind which can affect the overall circulation of the space. It was a fun project because I got to observe people’s movement and behaviors based on obstacles that were presented at the moment.
My greatest success story would probably be accomplishing my goals in every step of the way. As well as, to be able to face and set new challenges that allows me to grow and experience something new. Exploring the many opportunities that were given to me, I was able to graduate with a B.S. in FM, continuing my studies for architecture, and continue to work under FIRM – Facilities Information & Resource Management Department at Temple University Facilities Management. And with the help and support from the FM community and Temple University; I’ve gotten the opportunity to meet professionals and young professionals in the field. Through all these experiences, I am always learning something new and improving my skill sets.
One of my biggest challenges was probably communicating with others in a group project. Communication plays a big role in the FM field, and working in group projects can be challenging at times. As I worked more and more in groups, I learned to understand that what makes sense to me might not make sense to others; what can be common sense to someone might not be so for another person. To overcome it, I learned to express when I do not understand something to prevent misunderstandings and to make sure everyone in the group is on the same page about the project goals, roles, process and deadlines.
One of my biggest goals is to travel all over the world, with the opportunity to learn more about each country’s culture, food, and architecture.
Be always open to learn new things and don’t let any obstacles stop you from doing what you like. There are so many opportunities that FM can offer, you never know what your passion is within the FM field if you are not open to learning new things everyday and face the challenges that come to you. You are always capable of more if you try. And take advantage of the many resources IFMA provides.
My goal upon graduation is to work at a company that has the same values as me and where I could grow and further my knowledge and skill sets. As well as being more involved in the FM community through IFMA and IFMA Greater Philadelphia chapter who has always welcomed and supported me throughout my years in college.
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