Adios ENC1102

Wow. So here we are, at the end of the semester already! It feels like just the other day I was sitting in my seat on the first day of class terrified and unsure about how I would make it to the end. I'm so glad I hung in there because I can honestly say that I've grown so much as a writer. Many times I've found myself taking classes and wondering 'how the heck is this going to ever benefit me in the real world?!' However, it is not the case with this class. I know that everything I have learned throughout the semester will equip me in any other class that I take because skills such as analysis, asking questions, and arguing my point of view are going to be used in virtually any college class. I feel a lot more confident in my writing, especially since I learned how to organize my thoughts in this class, which was a huge issue for me before.

Our class discussions are definitely what I'll miss the most out of ENC1102. This is especially surprising coming from me considering the fact that I'm usually a shy person. I can now say that I feel comfortable speaking publicly and backing up my point of view, while still being open to opposing viewpoints. This is a skill that will be especially helpful for me since my major, Elementary Education, requires me to take many classes in which I have to present to a class. Reading Miami Relatives was also one of the most memorable moments in the class, since it has become one of my favorite novels. I connected to my roots and learned a lot of things about my culture and my family that would've otherwise remained unknown.

I've met new friends through this class also, which is always a plus :). But most importantly, I take with me the gift of questioning. Before this class I was the most gullible person you'll ever meet. I'd read or hear something and I would automatically assume that it was correct, without questioning the author's credibility. I'm glad that I have overcome that habit and that I can question question question until I turn blue in the face.