Reflection on lives & times

It’s quite amazing that the semester is over- it seemed to just fly by. As a freshman I have to adjust to a different life style, but now I am feeling more confident by the day. To be completely honest, Lives and Times was definitely one of my, if not my most favorite class I took this semester. The major reason I like Lives and Times, is the class interaction and discussion. This is not your typical lecture class where you listen and take notes. Instead you take the thoughts inside your head and share them with your peers. I really like expressing my opinion and hearing what others say. By discussing we really get all perspectives and we can build off one another’s thoughts. I am actually not at all a very social person; however, I really like to express myself in academic situations. If only this energy could be transpired in my social life.

Overall I learned many important concepts in this class. I definitely improved my writing skills, after struggling through paper one, and know I need to work on transitioning between paragraphs. I also learned how to properly close read at text, so that better analysis will follow. So it is known now: read, read, and re-read again and again!! Furthermore, I learned many historical facts, and especially about culture, and customs. I really think this class focused on personal identity in relation to place and cultural setting. I do not have a favorite book; rather I like parts of many of the readings. I really thought “Writing from the Center” was inspiring and Power was very enlightening. In most aspects, I liked all parts of this class. If I could change anything, it would probably just be to have more time to discuss or also to use internet sources more. So that is about it. Goodbye to a superb class- and do not forget to read and re-read again!