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.

41 thoughts on “Discussion Board 1: Class Introductions”

  1. My name is Melanie Cen. I was bron in Hong Kong and came to USA when I was eighteen years old. I graduated from Lower East Side Preparatory High School in 2021. After graduting, I worked at a home care comapny as a case coordinaotr for four years During that time, I aslo took a few cousres at BMCC as part- time student.
    In May 2025, I resighed to my postion and decide return to at BMCC in June 2025 as full-time student. My goal is to become a Billgunal speical edcation teacher or teacher assistant in the future. I chose BMCC beucase my enligh is not my first language, and I want to improve my English while continuing my education. My major is Billgunal speical edcation.
    I have a big family in NY, including my partents, grandparents, aunt, one cousion and five sililbing. My hobbies are badmintion, K drama, Bubble tea and sleep and my favorite foods are Japanese foods, Chinese foods, Italy foods, Korean foods. That’s all about me. Thank you!

    4. Hey Meleny I enjoyed reading about your goals that you’re trying to achieve and I can definitely relate to it because I would like to be a teacher as well in the future I like just from your writing how persistent you sound and I also love bubble tea and Japanese foods. It was nice hearing about you a way of getting to know you a little my name is keilany happy to see you returned !

  2. Hi class! My name is Stephanie, I’m 20 years old and this is my first year at BMCC. I’m excited to delve into this class, because learning about politics and the way it impacts our lives is important.

    Computer science is my major, as I’ve been interested in computers from a very young age. That being said, I do enjoy videogames, genres like role-playing, player vs. player, and life simulation are my go to. I also love music, my taste ranges from classical to alternative, with so many different genres in between. I’ve been listening to a lot of Daft Punk lately, and I wish I could’ve got the change to see them tour!

    After BMCC, I would like to pursue a bachelors and then maybe a graduate degree. I’m unsure yet of all the minutiae, but I’m eager for my journey. I wish everyone luck this semester!

  3. Hi everyone !! My name is Diamond Broadhead and my current major is childhood education. I originally chose childhood education because I wasn’t informed about bmcc health majors, but after talking to my advisor I’m planning on switching my major to health studies. I love children and healthcare and my goal is to become a pediatric ultrasound technician. I currently work as a pediatric medical assistant and nail technician, I love helping people, being creative, cooking and skateboarding. I’m excited to meet you all and learn more about!!

    2. Hello Diamond! It’s so nice to meet you! I love that you are a pediatric medical assistant and a nail technician. I always wanted to learn how to do nails but unfortunately never got to do it. I also love cooking as well, I find it to be very therapeutic. Good luck this semester, you got this!

  4. Hello, my name is Marcus. I’m a psychology Major, and I hope to gain an understanding of the thoughts and motivations behind some political policies from the past and how they differ from the current ones.

  6. Hello, my name is Ryan and I major in Criminal Justice. I am 18 years old and somethings about me is I am a Miami dolphins fan #FinsUp. I’m interested in studying here at BMCC because of the opportunity multiple programs give and my plans after here are possibly pursue my associates hopefully in SUNY or John Jay.

  7. Hello. My name is Kayla. I’m majoring in Criminal Justice with the hope (as of right now) in becoming a paralegal. This is also my first year at BMCC.
    After BMCC I want to at least get my masters degree and just see where life takes me after.

  8. Hello, my name is Jonathan. I am 20 years old and a criminal justice major. This is my second to last semster at BMCC. I am really big on gaming and collecting manga. After I graduate, I plan on getting my bachelor’s degree. Not too sure what I want to do in the future, but time will tell.

  9. Hello, my name is Dakota. I’m a criminal justice major here at BMCC. I plan to use my educational experience to pursue a career in law enforcement. While being enrolled in school full-time, I also work full-time as a dialysis technician. With the little free time I do have, I like to play video games, go to the gym, read, and spend time with my family.

  10. Hello! My name is Chelsea. My major is Early Childhood Education. I am 29 years old. I am a mom to 3 boys ages 9,5, and 4, I am also almost 9 months pregnant. I am currently a teachers assistant I work with preschoolers who are on the spectrum. I am interested in studying in ECE classes. My plans after BMCC are to work on my bachelor’s degree. My current interests are crocheting, and I like to also cook and bake.

  11. Hello everyone,

    I’m John, a born and raised New Yorker and my major is Liberal Arts. I am a returning student after dropping out of 9th grade about 28 years ago, I’m currently in my second year at BMCC. I plan on working on my Bachelor’s after my time at BMCC and eventually, if my interest still holds, pursuing law school or a Master’s degree. I work in the real estate/insurance/legal fields while enrolled as a full time student. Given that I work and have a full time class workload, I have next to no free time; I try to sneak in sleep whenever I can. If I had the time, I’d catch up on shows and movies.

    I look forward to learning more and expanding my perspective with this class and wish everyone the best.

    1. Hello John,

      I know how that can be working full time and going to full time! Don’t give up! You definitely can do it! Just think positive and try to keep a planner or a calendar handy to help you stay organized!

  14. Нi everyone! My name is Victoria, and this is my final semester at ВМСС. I’m majoring in Вilingual Сhildhood Еducation. I’m originally from Russia, but I’ve been living in New York for the past 13 years, which has really shaped my interest in languages and cultures. I’ve also studied French, and I enjoy learning and using different languages. Аt ВМСС, I’ve been especially interested in education and child development, and after graduating I plan to continue my education and work toward becoming a teacher. I enjoy reading, spending time in nature, and photography. I wish everyone a great semester!

  15. Hello everyone, My name is Shanveer and I am born and raised here in NYC. My major is political science and this is my second semester here at BMCC. I am extremely interested in geopolitics more specifically the Middle East. I am part of an organization that helps allocate proper resources for those in need from war torn countries such as Syria, Iraq, and Libya. My plans after BMCC are to go to NYU and study Political Science there, and eventually get into international law.

    1. Hi Shanveer, nice to meet you. Your major is very interesting. Geopolitics is important because we can see how conflicts between countries can start wars, especially in key places like the Bab al-Mandab Strait. I’m from Yemen, and I see how many countries are interested in controlling that area. It’s amazing that you are part of an organization that helps people from war torn. Good luck with your plans after BMCC.

  16. Hello everyone. My name is Asmaa Hubabi. I’m 22 years old. I was born and raised in Yemen. In 2022, I came to the USA to attend college and find a better future. My major is early childhood education. I’m interested in working with young children and supporting their learning and building a strong foundation for their future. This is my fourth semester at BMCC. Hopefully, I will graduate next semester since I still have some classes to take. This is my first time taking a class that uses OpenLab instead of brightspace. I’m looking forward to a great semester with all of you.

  17. Hello everyone! My name is Kariba Ponds, and I am currently majoring in Human Services at BMCC. I chose this major because I am interested in helping others and learning how support systems work within healthcare and community settings. While at BMCC, I hope to gain a strong foundation in human services, communication, and professionalism.After completing my studies at BMCC, I plan to continue my education and earn a Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration. My goal is to work in a healthcare setting where I can combine my passion for helping people with leadership and organizational skills. Outside of school, I enjoy reading self help books, learning new things, and focusing on personal and professional growth. I’m looking forward to learning in this class and working with everyone this semester.

  18. Hi, My name is Mackenzie Santiago!

    My major is Criminal Justice, it’s my freshman year 2nd semester in BMCC. I use to go to school at Mercy University. I hope to gain more knowledge about history and politics, and maybe put some knowledge into my own major. I like to hang out with my friends, start new hobbies, try new foods on my free time.

  19. Greetings Everyone, my name is Keilany rivera and I’m currently majoring in childhood education at BMCC. I chose this major because one I love kids and have a kid of my own but I also since I was a little girl enjoyed reading books to kids but also to grow and learn from it as well therefore my goal is to grow professionally gain a strong foundation in childhood education. After I graduate from BMCC our plans are still continue my education which means also earning a bachelor degrees lastly outside of school I enjoy traveling, walking around the city trying new foods and new things, but I mostly focus on my professional growth. I am very interested on moving forward to learning in this class and working with everyone that’s in the semester.

    1. Early Childhood Development is a degree that gets so overlooked in Human Services. I love working with children and believe that’s a pivotal age range to either make or break a baby’s cognitive and social responses! It’s a heavy but very rewarding job and I wish you nothing but the best of luck!

  20. Hello class! My name is Lori Brandon and I’m currently majoring in Human Services! My overall career goal is to be a Licensed Social Worker so I am able to advocate for people personally and legally. I volunteer as a youth support specialist and provide housing, job, and immigration information if needed! Nonetheless, I’m very interested in American Politics because I am a firm believer if a country wants to be called the land of the free and the home of the brave, they need to act like it, regardless of personal biases. When I’m not in school or volunteering you can find me djing, playing with my dog Rocky and trying to figure out how many SpongeBob tattoos on one person is too many SpongeBob tattoos (I also do tattoos from time to time!) After Bmcc, I havent planned yet! I’m honestly just very happy to have the privilege of going to college and will face that rabbit when the time comes!

  21. Hello, my name is Sarah Mitchell. Right now, I’m mainly focused on school and working toward my goals. After BMCC, I hope to transfer to a four-year college and earn my bachelor’s degree so I can become a nurse. What motivates me is the desire to build a stable future and help others through healthcare.Hello, my name is Sarah Mitchell. Right now, I’m mainly focused on school and working toward my goals. After BMCC, I hope to transfer to a four-year college and earn my bachelor’s degree so I can become a nurse. What motivates me is the desire to be successful.

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