I would like to start with introducing myself, I am Kasandra Moreno-Diaz and I would like to show my journey through the Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures major at Cal State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB). Through my ePortfolio you can see my academic journey during my time at CSUMB.
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Statement of PurposeI chose Spanish Languages and Cultures as my major because I wanted to learn more about my own culture but also to improve my language skills as a Native speaker of Spanish. I started off my journey at CSUMB with being a biology major with the hopes of becoming a nurse practitioner in pediatrics, I soon found that wasn't something I wanted to do because it wasn't my dream. I eventually came to the conclusion that I wanted something that had to do with my culture and language, leading me to Spanish Languages and Cultures.
Through my journey at CSUMB, I have learned so much about not only myself but about the reality of my own culture and language. I've learned that there is a truth out there that is not being taught or told, such as how chicanismo began to documentaries that tell the history that is been hidden due to political dictatorship. I also learned that even though I am considered a Native speaker due to having spoken Spanish throughout my life, I had a lot to improve. I needed to learn the basics such as accents rules and how different words a spelled. Regardless of where I started, I have come a long way and this ePortfolio is to show for it. On this page you can find my personal statement, resume and individual learning plan. The rest of my portfolio will show light on major learning outcomes, capstone project, service learning and courses during my time at CSUMB. |