Welcome to College (SU 101-C20)
A Class on How to Succeed at Suffolk
One of my drawings I am doing for my major which is video game design. In this field, art is a huge factor that is beloved in many companies. The gaming companies love creativity, and they love variety in their drawings. I never was a good drawer before. I used to draw basic sketches or basic traces. I never could draw characters like this one on hand. Apparently the idea of practice makes perfect really does work out and it shows through the work.
My suite mates and I attended the showing of Perks of Being a Wallflower a few nights after it had first come out. I hadn’t known anything about it, but my roommate won four tickets to the movie theatre and wanted to see it with us. I didn’t mind much because her and I have a lot of things in common so I trusted her judgment on going to see it, and my was she right! Going into it, I honestly had no idea what it was about so I asked my roommate a general explanation of it, she said, “I’m not quite sure myself, I know it has to do with kids in high school and that it’s been getting good ratings.” and she had me at that. So, we sat down in the theatre one hour and forty two minutes go by. So many different emotions had overcome me throughout the movie, sadness, happiness, madness etc. All overwhelming feelings that were very strong that I thought I could never feel from a movie. And I know that some of the male students in the class may be reading this thinking “just another chick-flick, and what I have to say to you is, it is NOT what so ever. I would explain it to all, but I suggest to many that you go into it with the same mind-set that I did, nothing. I had no expectations of the movie or anything and it is now considered, in my book, it is one of my favorite movies ever. It had originated from the book, “Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chybosky and was transformed into a movie. I suggest to all ages 16 and older. So, please! Go see it!
While I was enjoying a late night walk with a couple of my friends in downtown of Boston, on our way back to Copley square where one of my friends lives near by, I spot this graffiti on the wall. From the name Os Gemeos, my friend told me it belonged to two famous Brazilian brothers. This art was a part of their exhibit at Boston’s Institute of Contemporary Art. This is located in Stuart street.
Hi everyone, since being here at Suffolk I volunteer at the Kwong Kow Chinese School located in China Town. I volunteer as a teacher’s assistance in helping the student’s 2nd-3rd grade with Math and English help. If you’re ever looking for a place to volunteer I strongly suggest looking into this program. Everyone is extremely nice and it’s great way to get involved with our local community, especially if you live in 150 Tremont because we are relatively close. The school is on 87 Tyler Street. If you are interested you can contact them on their local website: http://www.kwongkow.org/contactus.html or find more information about the school at the S.O.U.L.S office located on the 2nd floor of Donahue.
The word “Bushido”, is a Japanese term. Bushido means “Way of the Warrior” or ” Way of the Samurai”
There are a total of 7 codes listed, each one them is studied and upheld by ancient samurai in the past. In a way Bushido, is a form of conduct, with it’s series of codes and ideologies that a warrior follows. As I embrace the warrior life, these codes are part of the ideologies and philosophies of my training
People always wonder why I go hard, or always wonder why I push myself to far limits. One answer : Motivation ! Sometimes in life, all you need is motivation to get you all fired up to allow yourself to do what you do best. However some people ask me where does that motivation come from. In other words, who do I fight for ? What drives me forward ? In short, I have my reasons, but I have plenty of reasons to drive myself forward.
“Sometimes in life, the only person you can believe in is yourself.”
People always asked me where my martial arts abilities come from, where do I get my power and athleticism ? All of those comes from my training as a fighter. I embrace the life under Bushido, and I dedicate my life to training and understanding through peace and martial arts. My body – a weapon , my skills – through efforts, my mind – dedicated, my soul – united with God. All these together form of what I am today: A Warrior
“To be a great warrior, you have to be more than just a good fighter, sometimes listening is harder than fighting, a true warrior must do both.” – Master Ubelon
People always ask this question : What is your plans after college ? Many of us may have an understanding on what we want, we may have an idea on our fields, but many of us see the future to be very vague. Most of us don’t know what lies ahead after college and that is perfectly fine. But the best part about this is that this the human experience ! Things change over time, so does opportunities and futures.
I want to work as video game designer and programmer. A very good field, field with tons of creatively. The gaming company i wish to work for is Bioware, a Video Gaming company, well-known for its story telling, and it’s deep connection to characters. All of Bioware’s work comes from hard dedication and commitment, something that I admire and hopefully someday be a part of. If it is possible, I would love to use my martial arts abilities to hopefully create something wonderful !
Hello people ! !
My Name is Forbes Lau. and I am a student in Mr. Solomans SU 101 class. I am a freshman who has very big plans here at Suffolk ! I know my journey will be rough one. But like high school onto college, this is just the beginning. A beginning that I am looking forward to complete here in my journey. People say the greatest journeys begin with a first step, my journey is no different. I am standing here, right now, in one of the most popular schools in Boston, and I will do my very best, fight my very hardest to succeed here.
First time going to the Royale Boston and I must say I was not disappointed! I saw K’naan there and by far one of the best concerts I’ve been to. If you are not too sure who he is please google/youtube him! Great venue and the location is even better. Right inside the theatre district and not too far from Downtown. Highly recommend going there and please do listen to K’naan!