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:
- 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.
- After entering your own post, respond to at least two classmates by elaborating on something that they wrote that resonated and connected with you.
Hello Professor Artinian and classmates!
My name is Diana Sadreeva, and I am majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have recently changed majors this year from Accounting/Business, as I have discovered a new passion for working with children and helping them learn in the early stages of their lives.
I plan to transfer to City College after completing my coursework here at BMCC to earn my Bachelor’s degree in Education.
I enjoy going to the gym in my free time and learning how to cook new dinners at home.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I hope we all have a wonderful summer!
I admire your passion for working with children, we definitely share that interest. I’ve worked as a preschool teacher in the passed and have also work as a ABA assistant with children’s age 2-3 who have autism. I also still work with children currently and also thought about majoring in Early Childhood Ed in the past.
That is so amazing to hear! I have thought of getting my BCBA certificate in the past. One step at a time though. Looking forward to learn together in this class.
Hi Diana! That’s so great you found your passion in education. I’m also planning to transfer soon, so I know how exciting that is! Wishing you the best this summer!
Hi Diana thank you for sharing. I am also a Childhood education major who was in nursing before switching. It is good to hear people talk about wanting to work with children because I believe it is a crucial part in making adults of course.
I hope to hear more from you through the semster! thank you again.
Hello Diana! I also recently changed my major from Business to Criminal Justice. Im glad you found your passion.
Hi Diana!
That’s such a great decision to follow your passion switching from Accounting to Early Childhood Education must have been a big change, but it’s awesome that you found what truly excites you. Working with young children can be so rewarding, and I’m sure you’ll make a great impact on their early learning.
Hello Professor Artinian and classmates!!
My name is Nasifa Ovalles, but you can call me Nas. 8 currently majoring in Human Services and made the decision to return to school to finish my degree—pushing myself towards a better future! I work at a school with children from kindergarten to 5th grade, and absolutely love what I do. Watching the kids grow and being a positive role model in their lives brings me so much joy. In my free time, I enjoy quality time with friends and family—those moments mean everything to me.
I hope everyone has an amazing summer!
Hey Nasifa! I am so happy for you in returning to complete your degree, you’ve got this!
I can relate to enjoying working with kids and making great memories with them. They will appreciate having good role models by their side in the future. I’m glad we’ll be learning together. Have a nice summer.
Hi Nas! I love hearing that people enjoy the memories while working with kids because I feel the same way. It is so bittersweet seeing them in their element and thriving. I know you are more than capable of finishing your degree in the perfect timing. friends and family are important so while we are taking courses this summer dont forget the importace of family and enjoy yourself!
Hi everyone! I’m Yiying Wu, a Painting major at BMCC. This is actually my final class here, since I’ll be transferring to the School of Visual Arts (SVA) this fall. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, fashion, and design. I love creating illustrations that reflect personal emotions or social themes.
Outside of school, I enjoy cooking-especially freestyling in the kitchen without following strict recipes. I often explore grocery stores to select unique ingredients, and luckily, my experiments usually turn out pretty good!
Looking forward to learning with you all and wishing everyone a great summer together!
Hi everyone! I’m Yiying Wu, a Painting major at BMCC. This is actually my final class here, since I’ll be transferring to the School of Visual Arts (SVA) this fall.I’m passionate about visual storytelling, fashion, and design. I love creating illustrations that reflect personal emotions or social themes.
Outside of school, I enjoy cooking—especially freestyling in the kitchen without following strict recipes. I often explore grocery stores to select unique ingredients, and luckily, my experiments usually turn out pretty good!
Looking forward to learning with you all and wishing everyone a great summer together!
Hello yiying, I admire your passion for cooking. I also enjoy cooking and trying new recipes.
Congratulations, Yiying!
It is great to hear that you are continuing your education in something you’re very passionate about and can express yourself through art. I wish the best of luck to all of us.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support. I’m excited to keep growing through art, and I wish you all the best on your journey as well.
Hi Professor Artinian and fellow classmates,
My name is Amber Ashley and I am a nursing major. I am currently a full time pediatric CNA and also a makeup artist. I am studying nursing because of my passion to help others. After getting my associates at BMCC, I plan to then transfer to a 4 year institution to then receive my BSN, then move on to medical school.
On my free time, I enjoy doing makeup and going shopping.
I look forward to studying with you all!
Hello everyone!
My name is David, I’m 19 years old, and I’m currently majoring in Criminal Justice. This is my third semester at BMCC where I originally started as a Business Administration major but eventually found my true interest in criminal justice. My goal is to graduate with an associate’s degree and go on to join the NYPD. Outside of school and work, I’m passionate about baseball, spending time with my family, and staying active.
I also started at bmcc as a business administration major and after my first semester i found out it was not for me.
Hi David!! I love that you were able to figure out what you’re truly passionate about. I hope this new path in college treats you well and helps you reach your goals. Honestly, I don’t know too much about baseball, but it’s cool that you play. I used to play basketball and track, so I definitely relate to your interest in sports. I wish you the best of luck in this course and beyond. Nice to meet you !!
Hey David,
Ya that is a good turn from businesses to Criminal Justice, that is a great cause and something worth learning about. I wish you luck with your endeavors and pursuing a career with law-enforcement. I greatly appreciate your service and looking forward to living in a city under good policing.
I wish you all the luck with this course and afterwards.
Hi everyone! My name is Sara Ahmed, and I’m a Computer Science major at BMCC. I’m planning to transfer to Baruch College after this to continue my studies. Outside of school, I love journaling, listening to podcasts, and learning about new things, especially tech, self-growth, and mental health. I enjoy doing skincare, working on my goals, and spending time with my family. I’m also really passionate about finding a career that mixes tech and helping others.
I’m looking forward to this class and getting to know everyone!
I also enjoy helping other and skincare, I’m also very into mental health as well. I’m looking forward to studying with you this summer.
Hi Sara! It’s great to meet you. You have interesting goals in teach, self-growth, and mental health. I like how you want to use technology to help others. I wish you the best with your transfer to Baruch.
Hi Sara!! I love that you’re a CS major, I’m a CS major myself and I’m also passionate about tech, especially how it can be used in the medical field. Also I’ve always heard so many good things about journaling and its benefits, especially for mental health. It’s amazing that prioritize that as it is very important. Wishing you the best on your plans to transfer to Baruch and beyond. Nice to meet you !!
Hello Sara,
I wish you luck with the transfer and your continued studies at Baruch College. What is your favorite podcast? Mine is Hardcore history with Dan Carlin. I also enjoy skin care recently (I know I am behind) I have been using the Ordinary and it has been amazing for my routine.
I wish you the best in your courses and outside of school as well.
Hello everyone my name is Badr Salah. I am a criminal justice major here at BMCC. I’m planning on going to fordham university. My goal is to become a criminal defense attorney. I enjoy doing things such as riding bikes going to the gym and hanging out with friends. I currently work as a business man buying and selling various things while simultaneously working in my families deli.
Hello Badr,
Working and doing school is never easy, but I’m proud of us for continuing our education. Becoming a defense attorney sounds very cool. I wish you the best so you can complete your goal. I hope we both can accomplish our goals and help our families.
Hi everyone!
My name is Ciara Acosta and I am a childhood education major here at BMCC. This about to be my third year in school but I am finally in the path to what I truly want to do. I have always wanted to work with kids since I was younger, I really do believe it is my calling. So after BMCC I want to work in an elementray school; anywhere from grades 1-5.
I have a soft spot for children and something about feeling like I can help shape little humans is so rewarding. In my free time I enjoy playing softball, reading books, coloring, and trying new things with my friends. I serve my community at my church every Thursday at a food pantry and teach kids about Jesus on Sundays. I am a proud christian and enjoy watching podcasts and reading the word of God as well on my free time.
I am here to learn and complete my degree so I can go on to be a teacher that kids remember even after they graduate.
I hope to learn a little bit more about everyone and completing this class together.
God bless!
Hi Ciara!
I too have a soft spot for children!! I also try to volunteer whenever I can with New York Cares and do afterschool programs with them.
P.S
I wanted to mention that BMCC has a program that helps you get your Teachers Aide Certification as well as free workshops to practice for the test. This program came in handy when I was a 1:1 studying for the ATAS095. I hope that helps you!!
Hi Ciara,
Thanks for sharing your story! It’s inspiring to see how passionate you are about working with children it’s clear that teaching is truly your calling. I think it’s amazing that you’re already so involved in your community and church, especially teaching kids and helping at the food pantry. That kind of heart and dedication is exactly what makes a great teacher. I’m wishing you all the best on your journey, and I’m sure you’ll be one of those unforgettable teachers that students carry with them for life.
Hi Ciara!
It’s so inspiring to read about your passion for working with children. I think it’s beautiful that you’ve known since you were younger that this is your calling, and it’s even more meaningful that you’re combining your love for kids with your faith and community service. I’m sure you’ll be an amazing and memorable teacher one day!
Hello Everyone !!
My name is Efuah Akhimien-Mhonan. I am a Computer Science major and I just completed my first year of college here at BMCC. As I am navigating what I want to my career to be, I feel as though I naturally gravitate towards technology, and I am interested in exploring Cybersecurity.
I have many interests that I would like to turn into hobbies like cooking, painting, and playing instruments. I also love to dance, especially to Hip-Hop and Afrobeats (Shoutout to Nigeria)!!
My first year of college has definitely opened to my eyes to the fact that there is so much I don’t know yet, and I would like to learn more and challenge myself. I am definitely looking forward to this class and I wish everyone the best of luck in this course and beyond. Let’s have a wonderful summer !! 🙂
Hi Efuah! Cyber security sounds fun! I had an interest in majoring in cyber security at one point, but found criminal justice was more for me. I also saw that one of your interests is cooking, I want to learn how to cook because I think it’s a good skill to have. I also hope you have a great summer.
Hi Efuah!
Shout out to Nigeria!! One of my close friends is Nigerian and the culture is so rich and beautiful.
Also my first year of college taught me the same thing — honestly it was a lot of self growth and discovery. I hope you have a great semester and a good summer.
Nice to meet you, Efuah!
I have always wanted to get into computer science, even when I was younger, and it’s just not for me, too confusing for me. So props to you, that’s amazing. I also admire that you still find time for the things you love while juggling school, some people find that hard, like myself, I get very overwhelmed. Good luck with your studies!
Hello everyone,
My name is Dakota Dickey. I am originally from the great sunshine state of FL. I moved to NYC back in 2017 after finishing high school to pursue something bigger than what my lovely state had to offer. I started my higher edu here at BMCC in the fall last year and I have been in love with all the programs (besides Calculus 1) so far. I am majoring in Econ as I think it gives me a really good understanding of how the world works. I am looking forward to going to a 4 year university after finishing my AA. After which I will be going to law school at either Columbia law or another great law program. I am super excited to start this course given all that is going on in the world at the moment (there is always something if you pay attention) at the end of the course I am hoping to have a better understanding of how American Gov works.
Good luck everyone on their summer semester!!!
Hello Dakota,
I was very intrigued about how you came back to New York and wondered if time to time you go back to Florida? I am also interested going to a four year college after BMCC! Going to Columbia law sounds intimidating to me, but I just know you will be strive in it. I wish the best of luck in your goals.
Hi Dakota,
Thanks for sharing! I think it’s awesome that you moved to NYC to pursue something bigger it shows a lot of drive. I also admire your plan to go from BMCC to a 4 year university and then law school. Majoring in Econ is a great foundation, especially if you’re aiming for Columbia Law or something similar. I totally agree that there’s always something going on in the world, and understanding how the government works is key to making sense of it. Wishing you the best this semester and beyond!
Hello everyone,
My name is Vanessa Gutierrez, and I recently declared my major as Criminal Justice. One thing I enjoy is playing and watching volleyball games. I’m also interested in how my education can help me find my passion, as well as fulfill a personal goal of completing my college education. Beating my procrastination and getting the best possible grades is what I strive to accomplish. I’m hoping to learn more about this course and expand my knowledge. I hope everyone has the best of luck and have a good semester!
Hello everyone, Nice to meet you all!
My name is Mimi, I’m 20 years old and im currently a journalism major here at BMCC. My goal is to get into the field of broadcast journalism. Outside of school I work as a behavior technician for children with autism. I love working with kids and have been doing it for over a year and a half now. Besides that, I have many hobbies such as writing, thrifting, up cycling, music, going to the gym, and more! I am so excited to complete this american government class with everyone and hearing all of your ideas!
Hi Vanessa!
I love volleyball. I used to play in high school but I haven’t found the time to play consistently again. I admire how passionate you are! Wishing you the best luck this semester.
Hi everyone, my name is Mark Castro. I’m currently majoring in Criminal Justice at BMCC. I’m interested in studying how the justice system works and how we can improve things like policing and public safety. I’ve worked in security and corrections before, and I’m planning to continue my education after BMCC to eventually work in law enforcement or a related public service field.
Outside of school, I enjoy watching documentaries, going to the gym, and learning about how mental health connects to criminal justice. I’m also passionate about helping communities feel safer and more supported, especially through better training and response systems.
Hello everyone,
My name is Tatianna, I’m a criminal justice major, and I was striving towards becoming a lawyer, but I’m considering changing my career path, not sure what I want to change it to yet, thinking of child psychology maybe. I’ve spent my whole life living in New York and moved to Jersey for a year and came back, I guess I just couldn’t get away from the city. One personal thing about me is that I’m expecting a newborn in November, which I’m very excited about. I wish everyone good luck and energy this semester!
Hello, my name is Zusette Gonzalez. My major is childhood education and I hope that after bmcc I can continue my studies to become a teacher for elementary students. Other than that I love learning new things and exploring new places/ trying out new things and I hope I could travel the world one day.
My name is Ronald Hinds and my major is Professional Technical Writing (PTW). My minor is Gender and Women’s studies. I attend City Tech in Brooklyn, New York, which is my home school. I am a senior at City Tech. I am hoping to graduate with my Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Spring 2026. I am a life long learner with a curious mind. I love to write and to read many different subjects.