Day #9 Journal Tues, July 14, 2015
Today I continued my photography class. It was nice today because unlike the first day where we had to sit down the entire class, we got to get up and move all around to take interesting photos that featured the elements of the visual arts: line, mass/form, color, light, texture, space, value.
In my Communications EDU class, I'm working on writing a PSA that I'll be presenting through video that's probably due Friday. I'm very nervous for it, but also excited because I enjoy writing essays.
In Turkish class, we went over some things we learned yesterday to refresh our memory. We learned more about dances and different music genres. The culture is very interesting. We also learned about the story of the Evil Eye. The Evil Eye is very widely know symbol across the country. It's featured on beads and necklaces. People wear it because they believe that it's supposed to help keep evil spirits away. It is also said that if the eye cracks or breaks while you are wearing it, that means whatever spirit that may have been around you is now gone. I thought it was such an interesting legend.
Tuesday, July 14, 2015
Day #8 Journal Mon, July 13, 2015
With a new week, I begin my new elective: Turkish. Today in Turkish, I learned different things about the culture, the language, and the country itself. I learned how to say basic greetings, how to have small talk, how to say my age, certain dance moves, etc. With all that I learned, at the end of the week for my final project, I have to learn how to make Turkish tea and how to serve it properly.
Later I again had World Music class, Communications Speech class, and the Art of Acting. In World music I learned how to continue the same beat while others play another beat until it all comes together in sync. In Communications class, I learned how I can improve a speech by talking louder and practicing my timing. I also have an upcoming project that's due Wednesday. In the Art of Acting, we played the "yes" game (a game in which everyone gathers in a circle, someone in the circle points to someone else, that person says "yes" and the person who pointed moves to that new spot). We also played a game that teaches us to be more aware of the space around us.
When our classes ended, it finally began to rain and storm hard outside. Some of the other campers were a bit scared by the storms, but I wasn't; I really enjoy storms. The only thing I was really worried about was getting my hair wet.
With a new week, I begin my new elective: Turkish. Today in Turkish, I learned different things about the culture, the language, and the country itself. I learned how to say basic greetings, how to have small talk, how to say my age, certain dance moves, etc. With all that I learned, at the end of the week for my final project, I have to learn how to make Turkish tea and how to serve it properly.
Later I again had World Music class, Communications Speech class, and the Art of Acting. In World music I learned how to continue the same beat while others play another beat until it all comes together in sync. In Communications class, I learned how I can improve a speech by talking louder and practicing my timing. I also have an upcoming project that's due Wednesday. In the Art of Acting, we played the "yes" game (a game in which everyone gathers in a circle, someone in the circle points to someone else, that person says "yes" and the person who pointed moves to that new spot). We also played a game that teaches us to be more aware of the space around us.
When our classes ended, it finally began to rain and storm hard outside. Some of the other campers were a bit scared by the storms, but I wasn't; I really enjoy storms. The only thing I was really worried about was getting my hair wet.
Monday, July 13, 2015
Day #7 Journal Sun, July 12, 2015
Today was a great day. I was so glad to have a very generous amount of free time that I got to spend with my friends. I was also happy that during some of that time my parents visited. Though I was kind of sad they couldn't come to my dorm, I was still content with at least being able to see them.
When we began the "Olympic" games, I had such a close call with the hula-hoop challenge. When I began the challenge, I found out that the top time was 12 mins and 4 sec. I also found out that my sister--who is also impressive at hula-hooping-- held the time of 10 mins. and 50 sec. I just knew I had to beat it. At first it was awkward to hula-hoop in front of everyone because I was the only one on my team who still held out. But eventually I broke the record with 12 mins and 40 sec. I was nervous but also thrilled with how much my team cheered me on. It really encouraged me. But I was also nervous because, knowing that there was one last group after mine, I knew someone just may beat me. With disappointment, I later realized that my time was beat by another girl who held the time of 13 mins. So when we do the Olympic games next week, I hope that I may win the ultimate challenge against the other winners.
Today was a great day. I was so glad to have a very generous amount of free time that I got to spend with my friends. I was also happy that during some of that time my parents visited. Though I was kind of sad they couldn't come to my dorm, I was still content with at least being able to see them.
When we began the "Olympic" games, I had such a close call with the hula-hoop challenge. When I began the challenge, I found out that the top time was 12 mins and 4 sec. I also found out that my sister--who is also impressive at hula-hooping-- held the time of 10 mins. and 50 sec. I just knew I had to beat it. At first it was awkward to hula-hoop in front of everyone because I was the only one on my team who still held out. But eventually I broke the record with 12 mins and 40 sec. I was nervous but also thrilled with how much my team cheered me on. It really encouraged me. But I was also nervous because, knowing that there was one last group after mine, I knew someone just may beat me. With disappointment, I later realized that my time was beat by another girl who held the time of 13 mins. So when we do the Olympic games next week, I hope that I may win the ultimate challenge against the other winners.
Day #6 Journal Sat, July 11, 15
For the FUSION community service rejects, I chose St. Agnes House. In this project, my group worked to clean the house by making beds, cleaning the floors, and cleaning the kitchen, living room, bathrooms, and bedrooms. Doing the work was enjoyable and rewarding because it felt good knowing that I was helping with such a great cause. I would like to do something like this again.
I enjoyed how much leisure time we were allowed today since it's the weekend. I spent my time swimming, then later, I rested.
At the end of the day, I got to go to try different foods from around the world and meet someone that is not from here. During that time we spent outside, we all played volleyball.
For the FUSION community service rejects, I chose St. Agnes House. In this project, my group worked to clean the house by making beds, cleaning the floors, and cleaning the kitchen, living room, bathrooms, and bedrooms. Doing the work was enjoyable and rewarding because it felt good knowing that I was helping with such a great cause. I would like to do something like this again.
I enjoyed how much leisure time we were allowed today since it's the weekend. I spent my time swimming, then later, I rested.
At the end of the day, I got to go to try different foods from around the world and meet someone that is not from here. During that time we spent outside, we all played volleyball.
Friday, July 10, 2015
Day #5 Journal Fri, July 10, 2015
In my communications class I had to make a speech today. I actually wasn't nervous for my speech, but only thing I really needed to improve was how quietly I was speaking and that I could've made a better introduction. This is something I want to keep in mind, so that the next time I have a speech, I will talk louder and refine my introduction.
In my Japanese class, I made a power point presentation about different things in Japan such as recent fashion trends, foods, and music. I did well but I had the same problem about speaking too quietly. I will definitely keep in mind to be much louder next time.
In that same class, I also got to make my own sushi. In a seaweed wrap I put crab, rice, avocados, tuna and salmon. A lot of fish! Later, we then watched a Japanese movie, My Neighbor Totoro. It was very entertaining, cute and funny to watch.
Later today, I got to go to the Legends baseball game. The bad news is that we stayed there for three hours only to find that it was a rainout. But the good news is that we got to see beautiful fireworks light up the sky. While I was there I entertained myself by dancing to the music they played and still had fun.
Some sushi fun:
[eating sushi]
In my communications class I had to make a speech today. I actually wasn't nervous for my speech, but only thing I really needed to improve was how quietly I was speaking and that I could've made a better introduction. This is something I want to keep in mind, so that the next time I have a speech, I will talk louder and refine my introduction.
In my Japanese class, I made a power point presentation about different things in Japan such as recent fashion trends, foods, and music. I did well but I had the same problem about speaking too quietly. I will definitely keep in mind to be much louder next time.
In that same class, I also got to make my own sushi. In a seaweed wrap I put crab, rice, avocados, tuna and salmon. A lot of fish! Later, we then watched a Japanese movie, My Neighbor Totoro. It was very entertaining, cute and funny to watch.
Later today, I got to go to the Legends baseball game. The bad news is that we stayed there for three hours only to find that it was a rainout. But the good news is that we got to see beautiful fireworks light up the sky. While I was there I entertained myself by dancing to the music they played and still had fun.
Some sushi fun:
[eating sushi]
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Day #4 Journal Thurs., July 9, 2015
Today I got to start two more new classes: photography and Communications EDU. So far in my photography class, I haven'g gotten to do anything yet, but we went over some basic words related to photography such as focal point, contrast, zoom, shutter. I also know that eventually I will be learning certain photography techniques that will enhance a photo without us having to use any photo manipulation apps or special effects.
In my communications EDU class, we familiarized ourselves with the "4 Cs" : communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. These "Cs" will help us to work in a group effectively.
Finally, today I also had my Japanese Language and Culture class where I practice calligraphy in Japanese. I turned out to be much better at it than I thought I would.
In Japanese class doing calligraphy:
[download][Me doing Calligraphy]
Today I got to start two more new classes: photography and Communications EDU. So far in my photography class, I haven'g gotten to do anything yet, but we went over some basic words related to photography such as focal point, contrast, zoom, shutter. I also know that eventually I will be learning certain photography techniques that will enhance a photo without us having to use any photo manipulation apps or special effects.
In my communications EDU class, we familiarized ourselves with the "4 Cs" : communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. These "Cs" will help us to work in a group effectively.
Finally, today I also had my Japanese Language and Culture class where I practice calligraphy in Japanese. I turned out to be much better at it than I thought I would.
In Japanese class doing calligraphy:
[download][Me doing Calligraphy]
Day #3 Journal Wed., July 8, 2015
Today I was very happy to get to go to my first classes. My classes included communications, Japanese Culture and Language, World Music, and Art of Acting.
For my Japanese class, I went on a very interesting tour to learn about Toyota--which happens to be a Japanese company--and how they make their cars. While I was there, I learned a few Japanese words. In my communications class, I learned that communication is not only verbal, but it can also be seen in eye-contact and body language. In my World Music class, I learned how to play a complicated, yet fun song to play on a drum. And finally, in my Art of Acting class, we played games to learn about acting techniques. The games were awkward to play at first, but they they quickly became fun and interesting.
Later when classes were over, I got to bond with other campers during game night. I had a blast playing games and learning about other people. I was also glad to have plenty of leisure time to rest and to finish work from classes.
Me working on project in communications class:
Today I was very happy to get to go to my first classes. My classes included communications, Japanese Culture and Language, World Music, and Art of Acting.
For my Japanese class, I went on a very interesting tour to learn about Toyota--which happens to be a Japanese company--and how they make their cars. While I was there, I learned a few Japanese words. In my communications class, I learned that communication is not only verbal, but it can also be seen in eye-contact and body language. In my World Music class, I learned how to play a complicated, yet fun song to play on a drum. And finally, in my Art of Acting class, we played games to learn about acting techniques. The games were awkward to play at first, but they they quickly became fun and interesting.
Later when classes were over, I got to bond with other campers during game night. I had a blast playing games and learning about other people. I was also glad to have plenty of leisure time to rest and to finish work from classes.
Me working on project in communications class:
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