Explain why you are in college. What are your career goals and how will this class help you to succeed? – I am in college now because I will hopefully graduate and provide myself with greater opportunities. A college degree would open doors to better-paying jobs, new interests, and strong relationships. Better yet, since this is a community college, it allows me to explore different subjects and discover my passions.
Summarize a current event and share your thoughts. – Ongoing wildfires in Canada have been burning for weeks, causing widespread destruction, air pollution, and evacuations. The smoke from these fires has even reached parts of the United States, impacting air quality and causing health concerns. The wildfires serve as a reminder of the increasing severity of extreme weather events due to climate change.
Describe something interesting you are doing outside of school. – I’m not doing anything interesting now, but earlier this year, I built a mini bike that ran off a lawn mower engine. When I had originally bought the bike, I ended up blowing the engine up, and after that, I bought all new parts; The most challenging part of re-building the mini bike was probably getting the engine to run smoothly and efficiently. I had to tinker with the carburetor, spark plug, and ignition system quite a bit before it was working properly.
Provide classmates a step-by-step how-to that you’ve been working on (e.g. a recipe, a garden, etc.). – Monday: Strength training (focus on upper body) – Tuesday: Cardio (e.g., running, swimming, cycling) – Wednesday: Rest or light activity – Thursday: Strength training (focus on lower body) – Friday: Cardio – Saturday: Active recovery (e.g., yoga, stretching) – Sunday: Rest
Review a film or show you’ve recently watched, or a book you’ve recently read. – Django Unchained is a brutal yet powerful exploration of slavery and revenge. The film follows a freed slave, Django, as he teams up with a bounty hunter to rescue his wife from a cruel plantation owner. The film is filled with violence, humor, and memorable characters. While the film is brutal, it is also a powerful indictment of slavery and a testament to the human spirit.
