ONLINE MICRO ECN-250-702 WELCOME DISCUSSION by https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve Welcome! Let's get to know each other a little more. 1. Please introduce yourself. 2. Please share your long-run academic goal. 3. Please share one interesting thing about you. 4. Please share a photo of yourself. Thanks so much, Dr. Sims en-us 2020-08-12 22:01:56 UTC 2026-01-25 23:35:00 UTC hello@padlet.com Hello, I'm Professor Michelle Sims. I've been teaching with AWC for many years and love to help students learn Economics. In 2018, I reached one of my long-term academic goals by earning my Doctorate in Business. I'm so thankful it's done! As far as interesting facts...I was born in Germany, have jumped out of an airplane at midnight with a full combat-load of equipment, and I love to kayak each week. I hope we have a GREAT semester! michellesims https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/677886412 2020-08-12 22:01:56 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/677886412 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/686851945 Hello, I’m Ridwane Boukraa an international student from Paris, France. I’m also part of AWC men soccer team.  It’s my second year in US and I love it. I would like to be a professional soccer player or a international business man. The interesting thing about me is I can speak 4 languages ( French, Arabic, Spanish and English ). I’m actually living back home in Paris for this semester and the times difference between Yuma and here it’s by 9 hours. I hope we will have a great semester. ]]> 2020-08-19 12:14:45 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/686851945 Hello, I'm Jesus Gonzalez. I love HVAC work and that is where I spend most of my time at when I'm not studying or reading. My long-term academic goal is to be able to transfer to UA or NAU so I am able to further my education in Business. An interesting fact about me is that I love to learn new things. I also enjoy watching soccer. I wish we all have an awesome semester. https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688253581 2020-08-19 20:53:53 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688253581 Greetings dear classmates, my name is Fernando Meza and it's a pleasure to meet all of you. I'm currently starting my second semester here in AWC, where I am pursuing an Associate's Degree in Biology. With this degree, I plan to transfer to University of Arizona, where I will complete my Bachelor's upon the same major as previous. Afterwards, I will complete medical school in order to become and orthopedic surgeon. An interesting fact about me is that besides medicine, I also enjoy construction related stuff (I work as a framer in a construction company in Yuma, AZ called JMW Truss). Good luck for everyone in this virtual class, hope we can all pass it with an A!:) https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688363920 2020-08-19 22:27:29 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688363920 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688513139 Hello, I am Marcos Heras. I was born and raised in Yuma, Arizona. My wife and I love to travel mainly to Cabo, Mexico, but this year has been challenging due to current circumstances. I currently work as a dispatch for a chemical company, and before that, I was a Commercial truck driver for them as well. My education goal is to obtain a bachelor's in agronomy, which I will use to become a chemical sales and pest control advisor for the same company. ]]> 2020-08-20 00:50:50 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688513139 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688547819 Hi Everyone! I'm Amber Stutesman, a Yuma transplant from California. I work in the non-profit industry and love working toward rehabilitating people within this community. This is what has inspired me to complete my education and attain my BA in Business Management. A far cry from my past life as a golf professional for over 15 years! Wishing everyone a safe and rewarding semester! Cheers!]]> 2020-08-20 01:26:23 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/688547819 Hello, I am Evelyn Guzman; I just graduated high school, and this would be my first full semester at AWC, which I am a little nervous, but I hope it goes smoothly. My long-term academic goal is to complete my business associates and then transfer to Arizona state university. However, I am undecided on what bachelor's degree I want to pursue. One interesting fact about me is I love learning new cultures/ languages and currently learning Korean and hope to minor in it in the future. I also like playing softball and track. I hope this semester goes great for everyone! https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/690826190 2020-08-21 03:09:39 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/690826190 Hello https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692015921 Hi, I am Octavio Garcia and this will be my second year at AWC. My long-term academic goal is to get Phd in something that I enjoy. One interesting fact about me is that I enjoy watching and playing basketball.]]> 2020-08-21 17:44:10 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692015921 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692483932 Hello, my name is Clarissa Beltran. My major is business administration. My long term academic goal is to finish my career with a lot of knowledge that can help me with my job. I’m currently working in my families international trucking company. Some interesting facts about me is that I love to cook and read. I hope everyone a great semester!]]> 2020-08-21 21:34:52 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692483932 Joanna Sanchez https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692720178 Hello Everyone! 
My name is Joanna Sanchez and I’m an Agriculture Major. I’m currently a Food Safety Specialist in Yuma, AZ. I have a 2 year old daughter named: Juliana. My current academic goal is obtaining a bachelors degree from the University of Arizona. I enjoy reading, off-roading and online shopping. I look forward to an awesome and safe semester. 
]]> 2020-08-22 04:42:51 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692720178 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692901060 Hello everyone, 
I’m Buse Utku. I’m from Turkey and also I’m playing basketball in Arizona Western College Woman’s Basketball team. This is gonna be my second year in AWC. My goal is  to be a basketball player and physiotherapist. The interesting thing about me is I can do more than 5 sports (Basketball, soccer, tennis, voleyball and table tennis). I have 8 hours difference between turkey and Yuma. I hope we have a great semester!

]]> 2020-08-22 15:27:02 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/692901060 Hello everyone https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693039092 My name is Ricardo Avalos and I am pursuing Computer Science following the Associate in Science degree. After receiving the degree, I will move to ASU where I explore Digital Culture (Graphic Information Technology). I am an Xbox player and I spend most of my free time playing games.]]> 2020-08-22 20:49:02 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693039092 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693044435 Hi, my name is Elian Angulo, born in Yuma and living in San Luis. This is my first semester at AWC and my goal is to get my Associate's in Computer Science and then hopefully transfer to either UofA or ASU for my bachelor's; I'm still undecided. I thoroughly enjoy learning and my interests lie not only in computers but in politics, economics, and video games. Here's hoping to having a good semester despite everything else going on in the world.]]> 2020-08-22 21:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693044435 Hi everyone, https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693108346 It's so nice to be able to meet everyone in class virtually. My name is Karime Carroll and this is my first semester at AWC. I'm excited to finally be able to pursue my goals for the future I desire to hopefully make it into my reality. My academic goal is to finish my Associates in Computer Science to then transfer to a University (which is still undecided) to finish up my Bachelors. An interesting fact about me is I love playing with makeup and cleaning, it's what I spend most of my free time doing.]]> 2020-08-23 00:27:40 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693108346 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693232504 Hi. I am Marc Christopher Frial and this will be my second year here in AWC. I don't really have a long term academic goal because I am undecided on what I really want to do with my life. I currently moved back to my hometown located at Saipan due to the circumstances we are facing right now. A fun fact about myself is that I could speak 2 languages (English and Filipino). It is nice to meet you all ]]> 2020-08-23 07:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693232504 Hello everyone, https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693330483 I'm Hugo Catherine, and I'm from Normandy, France. It will be my second years in the USA, but my first year in Arizona. I did my first year in Florida, at Eastern Florida State College, and I was also playing soccer over there. I had to change of junior college because of the virus, and thanks to the soccer I could find another opportunity in Arizona. It's is another wonderful adventure for me, and I hope to enjoy it as fully as possible.

I wish a great semester to everyone!]]> 2020-08-23 13:05:43 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693330483 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693383236 Hello everyone my name is Angela Cazarez, i recently graduated from high school, this is my first semester here at AWC, I’m excited and nervous on what I’ll be expecting in my career academic. My long-term goal is to Mayor on Agriculture Systems Management. I enjoy off-roading and traveling to new places with my family , looking forward to having a great semester. ]]> 2020-08-23 15:17:32 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693383236 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693488134 Hello: 

I am Brandon Oropeza, I have never been a fan of sitting still and letting my time go to waste especially when there is so much to do.
I am born and raised in Yuma Arizona, I will become a business attorney specializing in seeding and manufacturing contracts as well as malpractice in the agriculture and food production. I have always been interested in the agriculture field as my father has a manufacturing company that works closely with agriculture and food. I have worked every summer and in high school even during the school months mainly as an extra hand for farmers around my county doing miscellaneous things such as weeding canal banks or tending to decorative palms that they are too busy for, As of currently I am studying at AWC with intentions to transfer to ASU’s business school then their law school.
        Along with this I have had my Arizona technical skill standard certificate in public safety and security since sixteen just in case law school doesn’t work out.
        Being so busy with school and work I find it difficult to step away from it all and save time to myself. However, I do try to free Friday night to Sunday night and only do homework if necessary, on my free time I competed as a powerlifter in the 83 kg class which means I squat, bench and deadlift for fun about five times a week and have totaled 560 kg or 1,235 pounds in my highest recorded meet. My life is busy but thankfully I keep my activities clean and fun.

]]> 2020-08-23 18:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693488134 Hi i’m Jordynn Kost. My long run academic goal is pre-med and transferring to UOFA for veterinary practice. An interesting fact about me is I have a really small family! this photo is me and my bestfriends on our trip in LA. (we had masks just took off for the picture) https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693794051 2020-08-24 02:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693794051 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693867375 Hello everyone, my name is David Ramirez and I am from Yuma. My long term academic goal is to graduate with a bachelors in both finance and economics from ASU. After college I want to help multiple businesses grow and also trade in the stock market for income. If I am not doing homework or studying, I am probably playing golf or watching sports. I can't wait to learn in this class and I hope everyone has a great semester.]]> 2020-08-24 03:20:41 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693867375 Hello my name is Martha Avalos, I did not have a clue how to do this but I finally figured it out. I am a 45 year old mom of two, 21 and 18. I currently trying to finally obtain my associate degree in business. My long run academic goal is to graduate with a bachelor in business administration. I would love to go for my Master's but we will see. My husband and I enjoy off-roading and trailing . It's way to hot right now but come October we will be heading to those trails again. keepitcoming38 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693938574 2020-08-24 04:36:45 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/693938574 Hello my name is Hailey Cabrera. I am 18 years old. My long term academic goal is to major in business. An interesting fact about myself is that I like Fashion and styling out fits. https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/698942618 2020-08-26 00:56:39 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/698942618 https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/699882428 Hello, I am Christopher Rey Cordero-Torres don’t let the name fool you I speak no Spanish. I was born  and raised right here in Yuma with 3 older brothers and a little sister. I’ve been married for 3 years now and I have 3 beautiful children (step) but I love them as my own. I’m returning to AWC to get my associates degree  so I can transfer to GCU to start a bachelors in Accounting and eventually my masters. Hopefully one day I can take over the family business so my mom can finally retire and relax. In the meantime I do general bookkeeping at Michelle Harvey CPA, and Im a massage therapist/ recovery tech at Myolab. Besides the obvious being married and having a family my personal proudest moments came out of high school and a few years after competing in State in chess then after graduation I was promoted to black belt 2 months later. Well that’s me I look forward to working with all of you this year ]]> 2020-08-26 14:05:53 UTC https://padlet.com/michellesims/gsd90112xgf4e3ve/wish/699882428