Monday, September 29, 2014
Class Reflection
I thought that the activity we did in class on Friday was pretty cool. In my opinion, analyzing other student's stories without any knowledge of the author is a good way of exploring our options as writers. As far as the Cultural baggage discussion goes, I still do not fully understand where the writer was coming from, but it was interesting to hear what others had to say about their personal backgrounds. It opened my eyes a lot when we made the realization that most of our beliefs, actions and goals have a lot to do with our parents and how we were raised. This knowledge made me think a lot while watching the movie Carrie in class. The main character is the way that she is because of how she was raised, and the actions of her own mother. The feeling that she has towards the world is anger, and she is also afraid in general. She was not given a chance at normalcy because of her background and the way she was brought up.
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Cultural Baggage
The one word that I would use to describe the narrator throughout the story would be lost. Her parents believed that god doesn't exist, but she never really had an opinion. Later in the story she speaks to a woman who very passionately believes in a different religion. This pushes the narrator towards the idea of "trying new things". By the end of the story she settles on the idea of a religion called "none". At this point in the story I feel that the woman really began to find herself. I don't personally agree with the way she feels, but I do believe that everybody deserves to have their own opinion.
Friday, September 19, 2014
My First Western Game As A Student
Tomorrow is the first football game of the year and I couldn't be more excited! Not only do I get to experience the student section for the first time, but my dad also got my roommate and I suite tickets. This means that we will have a 50/50 experience of how fun the football games can be! I am also looking forward to the fact that most of my family will be in town for this event. One of the closest members to me in my family, my cousin Corey, is coming from Michigan State University to enjoy the game with me also and I could not be happier! This makes me especially happy because I have been feeling extremely homesick lately. The fact that at the perfect time my family is coming to see me seems to be making everything better!
Monday, September 15, 2014
My Experience
Classes this week were interesting because I started to get the feel for college a little bit more. I learned this week that this isn't high school anymore. My teachers are no longer there every step of the way to help me out, or to pester me when I fail to turn in my assignments. I learned that this is the real world and it is my own fault if I don't succeed. This is both exiting and stressful for me but I know that I can do it. English was interesting because we got to read a poem then actually see the writer himself in action on a YouTube video. This was cool because I often picture a certain writer in my head and never actually get to see or hear what they are like. Something that wasn't so awesome is homework assignments. I often get confused about when things are due and how to go about turning them in. Although this is a great way of getting me prepared for the real world, it really does stink to have your grade suffer for such a simple thing such as miscommunication. Those issues aside though, I really do believe that I'm going to enjoy college!
Friday, September 12, 2014
All About Me
Hello!
My name is Alex Woods. I'm a freshman here at Western Michigan University and other than earning good grades, a big goal of mine is to get out and meet new people! I am currently studying business but hope to get accepted into the Hospitality Business program at Michigan State University after my sophomore year here at Western. From then on I hope to get an opportunity to study abroad at some point in my life. My ultimate goal is to someday travel the world. Other than school, I like to spend my time with friends, family, and playing my favorite sport; volleyball. I like to see myself as an easy going person and love to make new friends. Shortly after moving to Western I learned that this is the perfect place for me. I grew up here in Kalamazoo, then moved over to the East side and graduated from high school over there. It feels great to be back home and to be able to spend time with family I wouldn't normally see. Thanks for taking some time to learn about me!
Alex
My name is Alex Woods. I'm a freshman here at Western Michigan University and other than earning good grades, a big goal of mine is to get out and meet new people! I am currently studying business but hope to get accepted into the Hospitality Business program at Michigan State University after my sophomore year here at Western. From then on I hope to get an opportunity to study abroad at some point in my life. My ultimate goal is to someday travel the world. Other than school, I like to spend my time with friends, family, and playing my favorite sport; volleyball. I like to see myself as an easy going person and love to make new friends. Shortly after moving to Western I learned that this is the perfect place for me. I grew up here in Kalamazoo, then moved over to the East side and graduated from high school over there. It feels great to be back home and to be able to spend time with family I wouldn't normally see. Thanks for taking some time to learn about me!
Alex
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