Category: Personal Updates

CDC FOIA Update #2

Derek I. Schmitz1 Comment

Well, this is a long-overdue update that I'm gonna break into two parts and back-date. This is the first part of that two-part update. For reference and transparency, it's September 2, 2022 as I write this update about events that happened on April 1, 2022. Remember how I said that I intentionally made the request… Continue reading CDC FOIA Update #2

I Submitted My First-Ever FOIA Request

Derek I. Schmitz1 Comment

Hey everybody! I've been talking about the FOIA request I submitted to the CDC over on my Twitter for a few days now, but I wanted to centralize everything! I (and many, many other disabled people) have always been skeptical of the CDC from even before the COVID pandemic hit. Then, it hit, and the… Continue reading I Submitted My First-Ever FOIA Request

My Thoughts on Payan v. LACCD

Derek I. Schmitz

Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer or paralegal. The following are simply my analyses and commentary on the Payan versus LACCD case from the standpoint of someone interested in law. These thoughts are personal and do not necessarily represent the views of my employers. Hey, y'all, Derek here to provide my thoughts on the Payan… Continue reading My Thoughts on Payan v. LACCD

I Am Professional (a repost of my recent LinkedIn campaign)

Derek I. Schmitz

I recently participated in the #IAmProfessional Linkedin campaign and wanted to share my contribution here. "Hey LinkedIn universe, #IAmProfessional! I am 17. I am queer. I am non-binary. I am disabled, both mentally and physically. I wear makeup. I attend meetings in t-shirts with galaxy backgrounds. I work from bed sometimes. But still, I am… Continue reading I Am Professional (a repost of my recent LinkedIn campaign)

Email Disclaimers

Derek I. Schmitz1 Comment

Hey, y'all! I wanted to publicize the full texts of my disability and confidentiality email disclaimers, free for modification, in case you might find them helpful! Confidentiality disclaimer (in email signature): IMPORTANT: The contents of this message and any attachments are confidential. They are intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this… Continue reading Email Disclaimers