INSTRUCTIONS ON DEADLINES

Welcome to POL 100! In this first discussion board of our course, let’s introduce ourselves to each other, by doing the following:

  1. Create your introduction by entering text in the comments box below. When you finish writing your introduction, click the “POST COMMENT” button. In your introduction, tell us your name, what is your major (if you have chosen one), as well as a bit about yourself. Things you might consider sharing include: what are you interested in studying at BMCC, what are your plans after BMCC, interests that you have, etc.
  2. After entering your own post, respond to at least one classmate by elaborating on something that they wrote that resonated and connected with you.

33 thoughts on “Discussion Board 1: Class Introductions”

  1. My name is Toni Slay, I am majoring in criminal justice. At bmcc I want to graduate with my associates then transfer to a four year (most likely a SUNY). Not exactly sure what career I want with my CRJ degree but it is a broad field. the main thing I want my career to consist of is helping others. In my free time I like to enjoy views, play volleyball and try out to food places!

    1. Hi Tony! It’s nice to meet you. I think it’s great that you’re interested in a career where you can help others. I can definitely relate to wanting to pursue a career that allows you to make a difference in people’s lives. Wishing you the best this semester!

    2. Hello everyone, my name is Maria Rodriguez . My major is criminal justice. This is my second year at BMCC. My plan is to becoming a police officer. I am also part of the NYPD Explorer program I am from the Dominican Republic. I have lived in New York City for 12 years now I recently moved to Staten Island and I like it here for now. I hope everyone have a great semester.

  2. Hi everyone! My name is Kailey and I’m majoring in Psychology. I’m a Navy veteran returning to school, and while at BMCC I plan to study psychology. After BMCC, I plan to continue my education and earn my bachelor’s degree.

    My interests include psychology, education, healthcare, and working with children. I’m looking forward to getting to know everyone and having a great semester!

    1. Hello my sister. I was in the navy from 1999 to 2006. I served on the USS City of Corpus Christi and USS Annapolis as a fire control technician. I loved my time in and miss it. My major is history and I hope to go on top law school.

    3. Nice to meet you, Kailey! I think it’s very interesting that you’ve decided to go back to school after the Navy to earn your degree. I also work with children in the DOE, and I think psychology is a great field that can help us better understand and support them.

    4. Hi Kailey! It’s nice to meet you. I’m also really interested in psychology, and I currently work with children, so I definitely relate to your interests. I think psychology is such an interesting field, especially when it comes to understanding and helping kids. I’m looking forward to having a great semester with you!

    5. Hi Kailey! I can relate to you in regards to your interests, I do too want to help and give to others (that’s what your interests give off). my original major was psych but I switched to CRJ. I plan on minoring in psych once I transfer to a four year though!

  3. Morning everyone, I’m Brandon Christian. I am a Navy veteran who served for 7 years on Submarines. I am a history major and hope to go on to John Jay and then law school. The area of history that interests me the most is early American history including pre-colonial America to the reconstruction period. Also world War II to the civil rights movement. I’m fascinated by my country’s history. Side note I love the beach.

    1. Hi Brandon! Thanks for your service and best of luck in your education. I’m interested in history as well. Someone said to me recently that “history is always changing,” and that’s fascinating to me. I think they meant our understanding of history is always evolving as we make new discoveries and draw new connections. We’re never going to be done analyzing the past. Anyway, hope you get to squeeze in a few more beach days before fall officially hits!

  4. Hello! My name is Anchelina. I’m majoring in criminal justice. At BMCC I’m interested in studying the “why” of crimes. After BMCC I plan on transferring to get my bachelors degree to become a crime scene investigator. Some interests that I have is art, watching movies, and documentaries as well.

    1. Hi Anchelina! It is nice to meet you! I have heard a lot of people don’t really ask the “why” part and as someone who is always asking why…I love that this is something you plan to continue and work on. I believe that is so interesting since in different documentaries or movies, people only cover the events that took place. I wish you luck on your major and I hope you have an amazing semester!

  5. Hi, I’m Gabriel Maurice, and I am currently majoring in Sociology. I chose sociology because it offers broad career options. After I graduate, I plan to transfer to a four-year college to earn a higher degree, and I’ve built my own photography business on the side while studying at BMCC.

  6. Hello, my name is Journi, and I am majoring in Human Services. My goal is to become a social worker or guidance counselor and work mainly with children. I enjoy helping others and being someone people can come to for advice and support. After BMCC, I plan to earn my Master’s degree in Social Work and continue helping future generations.

    1. Hey Journi! Being a social worker or guidance counselor are both good options. I think it’s great that you want to help out children and support others. It helps them feel like they’re not alone. I hope you have a great semester and achieve your goals!

  7. Hi! My name is Steven. I am majoring in Computer Science. I am not exactly too sure what I want to do yet because there are so many options to choose from, but I hope to figure that out during my time here. I plan to graduate from BMCC, hopefully in two years and go a four year school to get my bachelor’s degree. I hope to transfer to Stony Brook. I like to play games in my free time and hang out with friends.

    1. Hi Steven! Computer Science is such an exciting field with so many paths to explore, and BMCC is a great place to figure out your focus. Stony Brook has an incredible program, so that sounds like a great goal.

  8. Hi I’m Tracey. I am a Human Services Major here at BMCC. I hope to become a Social worker to help people in the community. I’m thinking about using my Associates degree to start Pre-law as a paralegal as well.

  9. Hi everyone! My name is Natalia Hincapie, an international student majoring in Human Services at BMCC. With a background in graphic design and years dedicated to childcare, I’m passionate about creativity and advocacy. After BMCC, I aim to pursue a scholarship for social services studies in Europe. Excited for POL 100 and connecting with you all!

    1. Hi Natalia! Nice to meet you! I think it’s really interesting that you went from a background in graphic design and childcare to studying Human Services. I’m also interested in working with children, so that part of your introduction stood out to me. I also think pursuing a scholarship to continue your studies in Europe would be such an amazing opportunity, especially as an international student already. I hope everything works out with your plans, and I’m looking forward to taking POL 100 with you this semester!

  10. Hello Everyone! I have just joined the openlab! My name is Daniela! and my major is Childhood Education! I am currently planning to be a teacher in the science department. I have just switched out of another CUNY with a whole different major. I am currently not into as many hobbies since I work most of the time but I enjoy working out and talking. I just finished an internship with CUNY and had an amazing opportunity to grow my community and experience! Looking forwards to this class!

  11. Hello everyone! My name is Frank. I’m a working video producer and content creator returning to school for a degree in Video Arts and Technology. As someone who does their best to be politically engaged, I’m excited for this class. I want my politics to be rooted in a strong understanding of the fundamental facts and theories of government. Looking forward to connecting with you all!

  12. My name is Chris Sanchez and my major is human services. I am from NY and used to live in foster care. I currently have my own apt. and work full time. I enjoy traveling when i am able to. I would like to work for a city or government field, assisting low income populations.

    1. Hello Chris. I also live in New York. Congrats on your own apartment, I am sure your life experience will help a lot of people in your desired field, and in this climate, people need someone to speak up for them for housing and everyday living. Have a great semester.

  13. Hi everyone, my name is Dante Frazier. I am an army veteran and I’m currently studying at BMCC and exploring my academic and career goals. I am interested in learning more about politics and how government decisions affect people and communities. After BMCC, I plan to continue my education and work toward a career where I can help and support others. Outside of school, I enjoy playing basketball and football, traveling, listening to music, I am looking forward to learning with everyone this semester and hearing different perspectives throughout this course.

  14. Hey everyone, my name is Gladianny jimenez diaz. i am a police cadet, a model and im currently studying criminal justice because i will be a detective. After bmcc i am planning to continue working with the nypd department and im also transferring to john Jay, i like to help other people and also outside of school i like to go to the gym, modeling and make content for brands, i am looking forward to lear with all of one of you this semester.

  15. Hello everyone. My name is Ryan Kirkland. I am in y second year at Hunter College and I am taking this class through e-permit. I haven’t chosen a major, but I am leaning toward Computer Science with a minor on another interest. I choose this course because BMCC had a required course that wasn’t available at my school, and also it allows me to use this outlet which is new to me. Hope everyone has a great semester.

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