Hi all, I am Ali! I am studying computer science, which I enjoy because of the technical aspect of it. I think it is rewarding to code a computer to do whatever I want it to do… and I am amused that I find that rewarding; it is something I did not predict I would have a knack for. Just two years ago, I was leaning towards majoring in psychology, etc… my academic goals have recently totally changed.
I am from Boston, Massachusetts; a beautiful city that is the economic and cultural hub of the East Coast. Pick any spot on the earth and you can find delicious, at least somewhat authentic food from that location in Boston. Boston is famous for its historical events (the Tea Party, Battle of Bunker Hill…), medical facilities (Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s…), as well as sports (Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics, Bruins and Boston College Eagles. My personal favorites are the Patriots and Celtics – and I, along with the rest of the Boston fans, am an extremely sore loser). There are at least forty post-high school educational institutions in the greater Boston area, so during the summer months, the city is noticably more quiet. The subway system in Boston is endearingly referred to as “the T” and along with being the first subway system established in the United States, it is also one of the few major public transportations across the country that allows dogs to ride the T. It is a gorgeous, historical city but there is a huge dichotomy between the suburbs and rural areas, which can be frustrating if you happen to be stuck in one or the other.
I love traveling, the sun and beach… any beach will do… ALL music and spending time with my family and friends.
In previous courses I have always received good feedback on my work. I think any feedback is generally good; even if I disagree with it, it ultimately expands my view.
I do not have any particular authors who have influenced me, mainly because I enjoy a huge variety of novels and I find classics generally boring. I really enjoy reading any meaningful story with a twist of humor tossed in cleverly.
Good writing is very engaging and an excellent form of communication. Good writing enables the reader to finish reading feeling some kind of emotion… and wanting more.
I write privately, as a way of expressing myself, so I chose to take this course to work on writing in a manner that could be published. Also, more importantly (since I do not actually plan on publishing my writing), to build my confidence in order to feel comfortable sharing my written work. The active peer involvement will be a challenge for me, and that research and effort put into my writing is what I look forward to learning.