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My name is Jalen (pronounced Jay -Len) and I was born and raised in  Southern California to a Mexican mother and a Guatemalan father. I recently turned 19 years of age and I am the middle child with an older sister and younger brother.
I'm currently attending CSUDH full time but taking courses at LATTC for more credits. Im a computer science major because I enjoy working with technology and learning how it works!

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I was born in and currently still live in beautiful SoCal. This is the place I've known my whole life so I feel that it is a part of me. I love the weather here and the community.

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Im the child of a Mexican mom and Guatemalan dad. I was born in the US so I was born a citizen. My family is filled with a diverse group of people from different cultures and communities.

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One of my first passions in life was playing the game of basketball! It is my favorite sport to play and watch. I have played for multiple teams throughout my life and tried to get better at basketball every-time I step foot on the court.

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In high school, I was introduced to the art of playing guitar! I took an instruments class where I was taught how to play it and feel In love. I have tried to get better and better especially during quarantine and now it is one of my favorite hobbies.

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I play a variety of games ranging from Multiplayer and Single player games.

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I went to Universal Studios Hollywood and had an absolute blast! My favorite ride was there was Jurassic World

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I went to this car museum that taught me about the history of cars and car manufacturing. This was my favorite car featured there.

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In the winter, I visited Big Bear mountain and loved it because you never get to see snow in SoCal. We made snowmen and rode in sleighs.

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Im going into my 2nd year at CSUDH and enjoying it so far. I chose this school because it is local, but Im taking summer courses at LATTC because it's cheaper

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I am majoring in computer science but I also enjoy studying about geography since I love the outside! Working with computer is something that I've enjoyed doing since I was a kid.

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Chicken Wings, specifically lemon pepper ones.

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Avengers: Infinity War!

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Lakers (Basketball) 49ers (football)

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Nike Air Max 270!

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Christmas!