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This was the high school back home where I grew up and spent half of my life.

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My senior year was a time of self-reflection and understanding what I wanted to pursue in my studies. It was also a time when designer brands were starting to pop off even more and my interest in fashion started to grow from there.

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I experienced several challenges during this time, including comments from some peers like, "Oh, that is a career for women," but in the end, these comments never really bothered me. I was mostly focused on the fact that I was about to leave my friends and family behind for a while.

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I went to Laney College and completed two years of general courses. During my time here I felt homesick and lost for some time and neglected my mental and physical wellness, especially during COVID when all classes became online and I barely left my place to go outside. On the other hand, I managed to become a tutor and a teacher assistant which was nice because I enjoyed helping students especially when they showed their gratitude and appreciation. Still, I could not find a sense of belonging anywhere.

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I transferred in Spring 2023 since I took the Fall semester to go back home. It was a well-needed break for me and it was good to catch up with my old friends and see my family. My first semester was a bit overwhelming because everything was new and I was lost more than anything else. I went through ups and downs. This is my second semester, and I am glad and proud of my growth.

Forward a year later and this is my last semester.