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Welcome to Intro to Design! Please share an introductory post about yourself. You can include an image of yourself or an image that best represents you.

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2023 around the same time last year just finished painting! 

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Coming from an artistic background I am extremely excited to start Intro to Design. I particularly enjoy being creative and learning new techniques to incorporate into my own art work. I look forward to discovering what this course brings and what I will be able to creatively deliver.

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Photo of me from the Government of Nunavut (2020)

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Hi!

My name is Litia,

I am half Inuk and half Quebecer and I am very proud of my roots also a strong advocate for Inuit. As an Inuk I have a lot of artistic traits, whether it's sewing, drawing, carving, throat singing, making tools/music instruments and many more. Previously, I was a co-director in music festivals in Quebec, I was in charge of their Media and advertisement until I moved to Ottawa (2 years ago) and started a post-secondary college in Inuit Studies. Now, I work at a Inuit healing center and a Northern Economic Development Agency and have a huge interest in government relations. Now, I am in your class and I am exited to learn new assets and to work alongside everybody.

Litia

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Hi,

My name is Harrison Angel. I don't have a background in design but I do love some general silliness and I know photoshop is a great tool to capitalize on making good jokes. I am looking forward to learning how to utilize photoshop in everyday life.

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Me and my favourite thing in the whole world... fish <3

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Hi everyone!

My name is Anna (Maria Pincu), and here's a bit about me: I'm the first in my family to be born in Canada, not Romania, and I'm the youngest with a brother eight years my senior. I grew up in a rural subdivision just outside of Kemptville, where seeing a "beware of horses" sign was not uncommon. As far as my hobbies go, I consider myself an avid right-brain user. I love creating architectural mockups, sculpting, gouache, charcoal, digital art, and design (I'm so excited to take this course!) Besides the artsy stuff, I play flute, train in Mixed Martia Arts (MMA), and like learning about aquatic animals and linguistics.

Incorporating design into my career as a Public Relations professional seems so fun to me! I enjoyed my graphic design class in high school because I was very familiar with digital art tools. I taught the class a lesson on seamless photo-bashing and photo-editing. I've utilized design heavily in all my business classes to create compelling presentations, so I'm glad that road didn't end in grade 12! I'd love to continue my learning and push my skills as a burgeoning professional!

See you all in Research!

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Surprise photo of me while playing with a friend. 

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Hi, I am Ousmane Sidibe originally from Guinea Conakry in West Africa. I’m currently studying Public Relations at Algonquin College. I like design and Photoshop for making jokes I would love to learn more about it. Also, I am diving into the world of communication and public relations. I’m keen on understanding how to effectively manage public speaking , build strong communication skills and relationships. My interests include learning about different cultures, traditions, and embracing new experiences.

I’m excited to meet new people and learn more as I continue my studies. Thanks.

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Hi everyone! My name is Harshita, I go by Hershey. I love working out, I go to the gym 5 days a week at Movati. I love working on my car I have the 2024 Honda Civic EX. She's beautiful, I put purple taillight tint on the headlights and the fog lights I installed. I spent the whole summer modding it up. I am trying to make it as little as stock possible. I am extremely thrilled to be in this program and where it takes me. I love talking and writing but I'll just leave it there. :)

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Hi,

My name is Ilona Nourriat Nibeza

I am Rwandan(East African) I was raised in Marseille which is in the south of France making French my first language, I am very passionate about Diplomacy and fashion at large, I used to play basketball before and I actually thought I would make it to the wnba till it wasn’t my dream no more hhh . Fun fact I have a weird obsession with croissants where I can eat it anytime, anywhere and with anything.

with all that being said I am very happy and excited to be in this class though I’m not the most creative or aesthetic person but I guess we’re here to learn.

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Hi!

My name is Mallory,

I love the outdoors and everything that comes with it. I will jump on any opportunity to go camping. Whether it’s in tents, in a quince, or even under a tarp. I’ve been downhill skiing since I was about seven. I started cross country skiing two years ago, I have a love hate relationship with it. But that hasn’t stopped me from going on two cross country backing packing trips so far. Canoeing, hiking, climbing, my mission is to do it all! This summer I even explored spelunking. I played rugby in high school and ultimate frisbee, which is my absolute favourite sport.

Aside from the outdoors, I love to cook. I’ve worked in a number of kitchens and have picked up a passion along the way. My friends and I have a lot of potlucks which works out perfectly since I love to cook for others.

I am very excited for this course and the Public Relations program as a whole.

Thank you!

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Hi, my name is Abisha :) This is my third time back in post secondary and I'm super excited to be in PR. I like to talk and connect with people so I'm excited to learn how to apply all the practical things such as media design and communication into this career. I've had a lot of jobs in the past and currently do a couple things that i love. I'm a barista, a server and a nanny ! I love working with kids and clearly love being in customer service. I really like to read, bake and cook. I wouldn't say I'm the most creative person so I'm excited to work on my skills in the class between the different platforms and kinda work off of each other in learning how to think outside the box.

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Myself and my better half, Kelsey at a Smashing Pumpkins concert

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Hello everyone!

My name is Scott Sullivan and I was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario.

My passion's are playing music, the great outdoors, and spending time with my loved ones.

When I'm not jamming out on guitar or bashing out the drums, I'm outside taking in all that mother-nature has too offer, from kayaking to trail-hiking.

I also have 3 wonderful pets, a dog named Charlie, a rabbit named Millie, and my snake, Daisy.

I look forward progressing in this program and building a rapport with all you awesome people.

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Hello, I'm Mase! Mother to three incredible little ones who light up my life. For years, I've been passionately working in the beauty industry, playing a key role in developing an innovative certification called 'Healthstylist'. This program empowers beauty professionals to integrate wellness into their practice, ensuring beauty shines from the inside out. When I'm not out with my little ones, or at work, you can find me embracing the great outdoors, or dedicating time to my workout routine—believing strongly in the beauty of maintaining both mental and physical fitness. I'm profoundly excited about the journey of continuous learning and growth in this program, eager to soak in every bit of knowledge and experience that comes my way.

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This is me the last summer in Ha Long Bay,VietNam (for some reasons i only got this file on my phone)

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Hi guys,

My name is Bonnie,im new to Canada and Ottawa.I was born and raised in Ho Chi Minh city (SaiGon) in VietNam.One of the most busy city in Asia.You guys may know SaiGon from the VietNam War.Yes,we have a rich history and culture,but its not just that anymore.Our city now is so morden and beautiful.I love my hometown so much,especially the food.I used to study in Swinburne University in Melbourne,Australia and used to be an assistant coach in basketball for the uni.I travel around VietNam and Asia with my boyfriend,an Irish and i got affected by his accent alots,so please anytime i say something and you don't understand,just ask me again.I love food,cook,makeup,wear cute outfits and dogs.Maybe can't wear cute outfits anymore cause Canada is freezing!!I spend my time on social media quite much,i think that's one of the reasons why i choose to study PR.Im a Gemini so ofcourse i got a very energetic side,its just doens't show much as first cause im shy,but please talk to me,even sometimes i sounds very boring and awkward.I believed in " Treat people the way you want to be treated" so i hope we can be nice to each others.

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I'm grateful to be here at Algonquin learning this course. Many trials and tribulations led me here. I'm from the Carribean originally and I love spending time with my loved ones even though I struggle with toxicity, they still welcome me with open arms and I'm forever grateful for that.

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HEY YALLLLL this is me at my ABBA themed party

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My name is Holly ❤️

I'm from Quebec and I recently graduated with honors in Spanish. I love European culture so much! Their languages, art, music and fashion interest me so much. I'm super obsessed with the European song contest called Eurovision.

So much so that I'm actually banned from talking about it at my house ... oops (I take any excuse to talk about it).

Besides Eurovision specifically, I REALLY enjoy music. I would consider myself to have an extreme variety of music I like. As expected I listen to a lot of European artists but it isn't limited to that. If you are someone who'd like to explore some new music I'd love to give you some recommendations!

My song of the week: Vrije Tijd - Joost

I love to travel so much! I've already visited 24 countries. We have a family curse that something crazy happens to us on every vacation. My favorite was when we accidentally snuck into one of the Pope's masses and got super close to him. Or maybe when the TSA stopped us in suspicion of carrying a bomb (spoiler it was my brother's lightsaber)

Anyway all that yapping aside, I'm so excited to work with you guys, you seem like such lovely people!

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My name is Chelsea, and I was born and raised in Brampton, Ontario. I just recently moved to Ottawa for school. My favourite hobbies and interests are cooking, sleeping, watching movies, listening to music, hanging out with family and friends. My favourite movies are Kill Bill, Maze Runner and ALL the Hunger Games movies. I decided to enroll in Algonquin’s PR program because I love all things media and making connections with people!!!

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Hi everyone!

My name is Sophie. I'm super excited to do this program as I just spent the last two years at the University of Ottawa studying PR. I'm looking forward  to engaging in more hands-on learning at Algonquin. I’ve spent my whole life in Ottawa, so I'm now at the point of hoping to move to a larger city after I finish school. A fun fact that I'd like to share is that over the last year, I've gotten into running. In fact, I'm actually running a half marathon in two weeks at the Ottawa Army Run. My friends don't think I'm capable of this, as I'm only 5'1" with small legs, but I can't wait to prove them wrong!

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Hi everyone!

My name is Spencer. I’m 24 years old and I’m from Ottawa. I have always been interested in graphic design, so I’m excited to take this introductory course. I hope to one day have my own social media presence and spread funny, lifestyle and uplifting content. I aim to gain a better understanding of editing and design so I can apply these skills into building my own online persona and brand. Finally, I chose public relations in hopes of strengthening my communication and people skills, being able to apply them in my PR career.

I’m excited to meet everyone!

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Hello, my name is Bianca. I am 18 years old, and I absolutely love PR.

I have two wonderful parents, Mélanie and Ivo, whom I love very much, and my annoying brother, Dante, who loves to irritate me lol!

I am from a small town called Rockland, about 1 hour away from Ottawa. I went to a Catholic high school called L’escale, so going to Algonquin is a dream for me, as L’escale lacked diversity and culture. I love trying new foods and learning about other cultures, which is why I love to travel! I hope that I am lucky enough one day to find a job that allows me to travel abroad!

I currently work at a hotel called the River Rock Inn as a Front Desk Clerk. I love everything about my job: the people, the coworkers, the atmosphere, the owner, and the animals—yes, I said animals! We are a pet-friendly hotel, so I often see cats, dogs, and the occasional rabbits and hamsters. Since we are a pet-friendly hotel, the owner often brings her two gigantic poodles to the office while she attends business meetings. I love looking after them; it is so wonderful!

Apart from that, I have many hobbies, such as fitness, reading, cooking, baking, and spending time with friends and family!

Thank you!❤️

P.S. This whole thing previously deleted, and I had to restart. It’s not pertinent, but I thought I’ would share this because I find it kind of funny—mostly annoying but still funny! 💀

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Hello!

My name is Pyper, i'm nineteen years old and i'm from a small town outside of Cornwall called Ingleside. This will be my second time in a post secondary since I did one year at Nipissing University before transferring here!

I love sports, specifically hockey. I also love baking! (I make these really good chai cookies). I really like video games and music (Mac Demarco). I transferred to Algonquin to go into PR because my goal after school is to get into a job with a sports teams social media team!

I may seem kind of quiet but I love when people come up and talk to me! It makes me really happy and makes me more comfortable to talk to everyone!

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Hi! My name is Rachel and I'm from Ottawa. Coming from the first two years of the PR program at Uottawa, I'm looking forward to being much more hands-on. After learning plenty of theories and questioning whether I'm in the right program, the classes at Algonquin give me a more realistic idea of what my job will look like moving forward. My interest in PR is more directed toward entertainment and fashion, hence, I will inevitably move away from Ottawa to have a successful career...hopefully in Europe??!

Aside from school, I enjoy staying active, by going to the gym and going on walks(while it's still nice outside). I like to draw and paint, which is why I'm looking forward to this class. I have always wanted to use Adobe to see if I could bring any of my designs to life but the program is a little pricey for someone not using it professionally.

I'm also excited to get to know everyone better!!

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Hi guys,

First of all I want to apologize for the horrible picture😔 but I think you won’t have a hard time recognizing me seeing as I am the only person with brown and pink braids in the class. I am 18 years old and I was born in Burundi, which is a small country in East Africa. I have 3 siblings that I love spending time with. I really love music, I’ve taught myself how to play my favorite songs on the trumpet and saxophone. In terms of design, I am not that creative, but I can’t wait to learn! I have had some experience seeing as I was im charge of my high-school’s social media during my senior year. I’m looking forward to getting better as the semester goes on!

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Hi! I’m Izzy, I’m super excited to be at Algonquin for the PR program after doing the first two years of it at uOttawa. I loved the uOttawa portion of the program and had some great opportunities there but it was a lot of theory and essays so I am excited to be doing some more hands-on and practical work.

I moved to Ottawa two years ago to attend uni and so far, besides OC Transpo, I really like the city! I love checking out new cafes and parks, which Ottawa has plenty of. Everyone always says Ottawa is boring but it is far from that when you’re from a small town! I’m from Collingwood where outdoor activity is a big part of everyday life so I don’t think I would survive in a city that doesn’t have as many green spaces as Ottawa. When I’m not getting lost or delayed on OC transpo I love to craft, thrift and cook! In high school, I worked in an organic cafe and worked with some cool guest chefs and nutritionists, so I am always trying out new recipes and using the skills they taught me!

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Hey y'all, my names Carson and I'm excited to be in PR and intro to design. I started off my post secondary at Algonquin last year taking business fundamental's. By second semester I knew it was not for me, so this year I decided to start PR after some research and a recommendation from a buddy.

I'm from a small town on the outskirts of Ottawa called Osgoode and have spent a lot of my days in Kemptville as well. I've been playing hockey since I was 6 years old which has led me to various opportunities', including playing some games in Europe. I also love golf and softball with my buddy's. I am the proud owner of my dog Genie who is a major mut, mostly boxer and husky, but she has a touch of many species.

I'm looking forward to starting PR and excited to see what my future holds.

Nice to meet y'all!

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Hi!

My name is Ava and I am so excited to start Public Relations. I just finished two years of school at the University of Ottawa and transferred to Algonquin this year.

I love socializing, making new friends, going out, reading, and watching new movies.

I can't wait to see what we learn in this course and how to apply it to Public Relations. I do PR for my sorority and run all of the social media accounts so I am excited to see what I can put towards that as well.

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Hello!

I'm Yousif. While I might not have any kind of training in design. I’m excited about diving into Photoshop and discovering how to use it to create some entertaining and clever visuals. Looking forward with this powerful tool in my everyday life!

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I'm Sam.

I have been using Lightroom and Photoshop for a couple of years, I love photography and focus on landscape or outdoor scenes.

I prefer to be on the ocean, so living in Ottawa will be a struggle. I am incredibly lucky to have grown up in a coastal area and will return to one again evntually.

I dream of visiting/working in Ireland. There is a lot of history between Newfoundland and Ireland and I have always wanted to explore that.

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My name is sara, I was born in Egypt. I have 3 brothers and two sisters, I'm the middle child.

I absolutely love PR, I have a driven passion for politics. and I'm so excited to try designing and learning a new skill.

I love travelling a lot, I want to revisit the pyramids since it's where I came from.

I'm looking forward to get better at Photoshop this semester.

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Hey everyone!

My name is Fariya Abdikadir. I was born and raised in Uganda, but my roots are Somali. I moved to Canada in 2021, and I’ve been loving it here ever since! I’m coming from uOttawa, where I did the first half of this program, and now I’m excited to complete the rest here.

I actually started out studying Digital Journalism at uOttawa, but it didn’t quite click for me, so I made the switch to Public Relations, which feels like a much better fit.

When I’m not studying, I love hanging out with my friends, though I’m definitely more of a homebody. I’m obsessed with Korean dramas and have even picked up some Korean from watching them! Oh, and fun fact—I learned Hindi just from watching Indian movies. So if you’re into K-dramas, definitely hit me up!

Looking forward to having an amazing sem!!!

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Hey Everyone!

My name is Jaylynn Im 18 years old (2005), I was born and raised in Ottawa but spend most of my Summers at my campsite located in Summers Town just outside of Cornwall. My moms side of the family is part Irish, Scottish and French Canadian. My dads side of the family is part Irish,Scottish and Acadian they live in a town in New Brunswick called Petit Rocher. Sadly I am not fluent in French, but can somewhat speak it.

I Currently live at home with my Mom and my 2 younger siblings as well as my dog Darla, my cat Grumpy, and my hamster George. I currently work at Pet Valu and have been there for over a year, as you can tell I'm an animal lover.

I enjoy reading, mostly thriller and romance. If you have any book recommendations let me know! I also enjoy thrifting, and binge watching tv, some of my favs are The walking Dead, Criminal Minds, Gilmore girls, The hunger Games and 10 Things I hate About You. I'm also super creative and love art as well as makeup It's such a fun hobby I really love the diversity it has and how creative you can be with it, It's such a cool form of art.

Anyways I'm super happy to be in the Public Relations Program and I can't wait to meet everyone!

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Good afternoon. My name is Marko Blagojevic. I am excited to learn about design, design themes, and how it can contribute to marketing business products and services. I am passionate about writing. However, I have realized that images, design, and marketing are synonymous with the success of a Public Relations campaign. I look forward to working with everyone to embark on this incredible journey together.

Sincerely,

Marko Blagojevic

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Hello!

My name is Robert - William

I am looking forward to learning more about design I'm not much of an artist but am ready to learn all there is to know about Adobe Creative Suite and I'm sure with your help I will be a pro by the end of the semester!

Some hobbies I have include running, playing video games, and hanging out with friends. I have two siblings I'm the oldest of them. I look forward to learning :)!

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Hi everyone!

My name is Maddy, I'm 20 years old and from Ottawa. After taking a gap year and then being enrolled in pre-health sciences last year, I am very excited to be at Algonquin for the PR program. Reading, writing, and socializing are way more suited to my personality, so I'm eager to see where this program will take me! I love to be outdoors walking my dog Marley, or even going for long drives with the windows down. As well as spending time with my friends and family. In regards to this course, I have no prior experience in design, so I'm eager to see what kind of things we will be learning in this class, and learn how I can apply my new skills to PR.

I look forward to getting to know you all!

Thank you

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Hi, I’m Sierra! I am 18 years old from '05 and my pronouns are she/they/he. I have grew up all over outside of Ottawa in the countryside. What do in my free time is listen to music, watch Commentary YouTubers and spend time with my friends and boyfriend, who also goes to Algonquin. I chose ACPR because I knew one of my strengths was English class and especially writing. My mom suggested me to look into the program as she thought i would have great success in it, and I did not regret making that choice. My favorite music artists is all over the place, it goes from Troye Sivan, Charli xcx and Arca to Kendrick Lamar, Imogen Heap, and Cigarettes After Sex, and even Nicole Dollanganger and Cults. I am interested in many different genres. Like I mentioned before, I am very into the Commentary Youtube space (as you can tell if you I saw my content creator Padlet.) This type of content is one of my ways to learn about things happening in the world and is an effective way for me to consume information.

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Hey !

I'm David Di-maving, 18 years old and Christian

(speaking of belief/faith).

I was born and raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo, in Africa.

I'm the first born child in a family of five, and I have two siblings coming after me.

I like seeing the glass as half full rather than half empty

(it's all about the mindset).

Some of the things I love doing in my free time are walking, playing (sport, etc), hanging out, resting, praying...

As a young man who always loved design and graphics, I'm excited to learn more and improve myself while having fun. That's also why I'm excited about Public Relations (PR).

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Hello, my name is Sarah, I come from a small town. I speak French just as well as I speak English.

I am a huge music girly, I spend hours discovering new music and listening to it. I also have a super diverse music taste. I love theatre and performing. I love cooking, I’m pretty good at it (if I do say so myself), I also love thrifting 🤘🏻.

I am so so excited to do this program, so far I love everything about it. It just seems perfect for me. I am planning on going to either. Carleton or U Ottawa after I graduate from Algonquin.

I am so excited for this year!

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Hi, My name is Nicolas, I am 23 years old, and born and raised here in Ottawa. A fun fact about myself is that I am really passionate and enjoy playing volleyball. I am not very skilled at Photoshop, so I hope that this class can give me the basic skills I need. Nevertheless, I am excited to be here at Algonquin and in this class to see what this program can offer me.

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Hey guys, my name is Felipe and like everyone else, I am very excited to be in this program. I am 18 years old, and growing up I loved to be active. I started playing soccer when I was three years old and loved it ever since. Part of my obsession is due to the fact that my dad is from Colombia and I inherited his passion for the sport.

I love listening to all kinds of different types of music, at the moment I am obsessing over my Spanish playlists.

I've never been exposed to any forms of design in my life so I am really looking forward to learning a lot of new things in this class.

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Hi! My name is Sharon. I am 23 years old and of Nigerian heritage. As a mature student, I'm eager to give my post secondary education a second attempt :). I'm a fun and bubbly person who can hold an in-depth conversation on just about any topic you can think of. I enjoy listening to and writing music. I am passionate about my faith as I am boldly Christian. I work as a makeup artist currently, and I run a web design business of my own. Some of my other notable interests/skills are photography, writing, graphic design and singing. I love to cook, I'm always down to learn a new recipe and expand my taste palette! I love to travel, I have visited some lovely countries, (notably, france, italy, england, south america, UAE, nigeria, ghana and ireland), I hope to visit as many countries as possible in my lifetime. I believe that my experiences in life greatly impact my drive for creative expression, and I hope to gain more experience in this area throughout the duration of this course!

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Hi everyone!

I am Basira Osmani, from Kabul, Afghanistan. My family and I moved to Canada after spending 5 years as refugees in Tajikistan. Those years were challenging, but they taught me a lot about patience and hard work. Now, I work from home as an interpreter, helping newcomers who are still learning the language.

I am really into writing and communication, and I am passionate about photography. Taking pictures through my camera is something I love, and it also connects to my interest in music and storytelling. A show I am currently watching is "The Gentlemen” on Netflix and catching up on anime. I am also a big fan of Lana Del Rey and old classics.

One of the best parts of this class is the chance to connect with all of you. I have already met some amazing people, and the program is super engaging. I love how we all get along and support each other. It has been great so far, and I am excited for the journey ahead with such amazing classmates.

Looking forward to learning together. :)

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Hello everyone! My name is Savannah Hannah, and I'm a lover of all things people, creativity, and faith!

If I'm not at school or involved in related activities, I'm most likely designing a graphic, hanging out with friends and family, writing a song, capturing moments on my camera, or assisting on set or at church! Coming from a creatively rich family, with my brother being a Cannes-recognized film director and multi-hyphenated artist, my sister an NAC-acclaimed photographer, my little sister a skilled painter, and my mom the master of unique hospitality, there's no escaping a creative soul in my household!

I've joined this program to grow and learn more about the fields I'm already exploring. I cannot wait to spend the next two years alongside great people like you all!