Dear Reader, If you would have asked me 5 months ago, what I saw myself doing at this moment, I would not have given you the right answer. I am just about to complete my first semester at CSUN, and I am beyond proud of myself. This year was about growth. Although I am not where I want to be, …
Coming from a Hispanic family brings with it a lot of benefits. This includes good food, music, games, traditions, etc. It also allows you to start off learning Spanish right off the bat, which I believe is an amazing thing but as soon as you start trying to learn English, it can be a struggle for certain individuals. And a …
Exercise Prompt: In “Me Talk Pretty One Day,” Sedaris explores themes of identity, insecurity, class, and belonging. Describe a moment when you dealt with one or more of these issues. Was there a time or situation that made you feel insecure? Was there a time or situation where you felt you didn’t belong? I have always had my fair share of …
Growing up, I was always told that going to college was the only way to get a job and be successful in life, but not once did either of my parents talk to me about the struggle of college life. While I was going from middle school to high school, my sister was transitioning into college. After we both graduated, …