I think the enrichment workshop was a successful in helping us realize what resources we had available. The sessions with the academic adviser, and our mid-semester check-ins were useful in keeping us on the right track. Additionally, the activities brought us all back to basics because they were simple. The NY Times articles were also beneficial, as annoying as they seemed at the time, because it kept us up to date with worldly current events. Discussing serious topics let us understand the importance of sharing our own personal ideas in an organized and appropriate fashion. Our serious discussions helped us get to know each other better and respect or listen to other perspectives besides our own. I liked the fact that it was an encouraging environment where we could all share our opinions without fear of being judged.  We truly built a solid bond as an LC, and it was because we realized that although we are very different, we have a lot in common. This just inspired me to step more out of my comfort zone, to try to get to know people who are very different from me because there are high chances of learning more in different aspects of my life.

https://blogs.baruch.cuny.edu/stylesociety/

I chose these articles because they were examples of prominent figures that relate directly to me: a female and Latinos. Nanette Lepore’s article was inspiring because she became so popular yet she was raised in a small Ohio town, by hardworking parents and she had a lot of domestic training (her love for sewing, for example). I come from a similar background and hope to have a similar success result. The second article made me even more proud to be Latina because it showed minority creativity and recognition in a popular field. Our group chose the fashion theme because of Baruch’s diversity and the wonderful sense and freedom of style people have here in New York City.

These pictures describe who I am. The first picture shows how I was a diva as a child, I loved dressing up, and I was sassy; most of you can see that I haven’t changed much! The second picture is a perfect way to describe the current me- classy and dressed up but I never in denial of my sport and the fact that I am an athlete. The third picture shows three generations of strong, independent women from youngest to oldest. My Abuela and Ma are the most phenomenal women in my life. They raised me to be everything I am today and have shaped most of what I will become, my love for them is unconditional. The fourth picture is of me and “B-Love”, my mini-me, my headache, my world- my brother all in one. The picture perfectly describes our relationship and goofy tendencies. The fifth picture is of me playing basketball, which is not only a passion to me- it has become a lifestyle. I am a different person when I play, my soul is freed. This sport has given me my competitive edge and it has been a reflection of the power of diligence. The sixth picture shows me acting onstage in one of my school’s plays. I have a particular love for acting, and if I had enough experience to pursue a career in it, I would. The seventh pic was taken this past summer on my vacation to Dominican Republic. I’m a risk-taker, so I believe that facing your fears (and surviving after) is one of the most beautiful things in life. The last and final picture shows complete happiness with my fHi, I’m Vanessa 🙂avorite quote. If God blessed us with so many positive things in life, the least we can do is find a reason to laugh and smile each day… I hope you find something to smile about today 🙂

Hi I’m Vanessa 🙂

These pictures describe who I am. The first picture shows how I was a diva as a child, I loved dressing up, and I was sassy; most of you can see that I haven’t changed much! The second picture is a perfect way to describe the current me- classy and dressed up but I never in denial of my sport and the fact that I am an athlete. The third picture shows three generations of strong, independent women from youngest to oldest. My Abuela and Ma are the most phenomenal women in my life. They raised me to be everything I am today and have shaped most of what I will become, my love for them is unconditional. The fourth picture is of me and “B-Love”, my mini-me, my headache, my world- my brother all in one. The picture perfectly describes our relationship and goofy tendencies. The fifth picture is of me playing basketball, which is not only a passion to me- it has become a lifestyle. I am a different person when I play, my soul is freed. This sport has given me my competitive edge and it has been a reflection of the power of diligence. The sixth picture shows me acting onstage in one of my school’s plays. I have a particular love for acting, and if I had enough experience to pursue a career in it, I would. The seventh pic was taken this past summer on my vacation to Dominican Republic. I’m a risk-taker, so I believe that facing your fears (and surviving after) is one of the most beautiful things in life. The last and final picture shows complete happiness with my favorite quote. If God blessed us with so many positive things in life, the least we can do is find a reason to laugh and smile each day… I hope you find something to smile about today 🙂