I started this account back in August 2009. My edits, of course, were not the best. I had no idea what reliable sources were and what the use of verifiability was. It wasn't until (literally) the very end of 2009 until I started understanding Wikipedia. Thanks' to User:Rezter comment, I have changed my editing. I think that certain comments and examples will get new users to be better user…
In three sentences or less, summarize your involvement with Wikimedia projects.
I have created 24 articles (one DYK), brought 28 articles to a much higher status (15 GAs (three GANs), one FAC, one FLC (one FFLC), and two FTs). I have reviewed 22 GANs, and peer reviewed 6 articles. I currently have well over 7,000 edits.
How have you been involved with welcoming and helping new users on Wikipedia?
I normally don't do much with new users, occasionally welcome them, notify them that their edits were constructive/unconstructive, but normally just revert their edits. For the record, I always assume good faith and all that with new users.
What do you think are the most important values to impart to newcomers?
Honestly, I remember when I started out, other users and admins would post stuff on my talk page saying what I was doing was wrong and why it was wrong. But I wouldn't listen. I didn't even read the comments, mainly because they were in template form. I think that giving the users comments which aren't prepared for you and actually look like real messages will encourage the new users to read them, and perhaps change their ways.
What do you see as the most important ways we could welcome newcomers or help new users become active contributors?
I think my last answer ought to explain this.
Have you had major conflicts with other editors? Blocks or bans? Involvement in arbitration? Feel free to offer context, if necessary.
I have not had any major conflicts with other editors, nor had any blocks or bans. I recall helping settle a few disputes, but can't think of when…
How often do you edit Wikipedia and check in on ongoing discussions? Will you be available regularly for at least two hours per week, in your role as a mentor?
I usually edit Wikipedia daily but sometimes take a couple days off. I will most likely be available regularly for at least two hours per week, except perhaps towards the end of the year, when their are finals, but I guess I could check in during that time.
What else should we know about you that is relevant to being a Wikipedia Ambassador?
I think that I would definitely be a great Wikipedia Ambassador. I always keep my cool, always friendly, always assume good faith, and am always welcome. I've been on here for a year ad a half, so can still relate to new users.
