Students Write - Prof. Martin's Class: Adela

My Mission in Aldine

by Adela Legorreta

My parents came to this country hoping for a safer place to call home for his family. They brought us in hopes for their children to have a brighter future, bringing me at the age of three to Aldine, Texas. Aldine has become a town where -- as a little girl I’ve always had a love for animals -- make my dream of becoming a veterinarian and help animals in my community.

Through the years, I’ve noticed a majority of upgrades in my Aldine community. I see new sidewalks and new school buildings, yet opened my eyes to the animal cruelty around me. In contrast to infrastructure, the number of stray animals in my community increased.

The kind of animal neglect I see on the streets breaks my heart. Aldine is an area where you see dogs dead on the streets or abandoned, becoming hungry strays. As these different situations happened around me, it motivated me to make a change in my community.

Aldine has also been a safe space for migrants, and because of the decision my parents, I’ve been given a huge opportunity to become what I want to be. I have been given the opportunity to continue my education by becoming a DACA recipient. By becoming a veterinarian, I would have more knowledge about animals and other ways I can help by using different resources.

My purpose is to one day share my knowledge with my community. Knowledge is power and by sharing ideas, comments, and knowledge can make a huge impact to my community. Having a better community can be a start to a great future that one day I hope to see.  

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Adela is a current student in Professor Bruce Martin's writing class.

MultiMedia Project - Mirian

by Mirian Calderon

Students Write: What Houston Means to Me - Ngan

by Ngan Nguyen

Houston is the fourth most populous city in America. This city is the most diverse city in Texas, so it can be a home to many cultural institutions and exhibits with many people. However, to me, Houston is more than that – this city plays a very important part in my life.

In my view, Houston is a new beginning to my life, where I spent my first year in America. My first impression about this city is that it has a number of malls, buildings and skyscrapers – which makes the city look amazing and modern. Coming to Houston, I have learned a lot of new things and gained a lot of experience so that I am more mature and independent.

Moreover, Houston is considered the city of art because there are several museums and galleries, such as: the museum of Fine Arts, the NASA Space Center or the Children’s Museum where I can visit and study with my friends. Whenever we have time, we often make a city trip, learning something new or just take some pictures together. The views of these destinations are really awesome, which makes us spend most of our day taking photos for ourselves.

However, what makes me love Houston is its diversity of nations, which means there are a number of people from my country living and working in this city. I can easily find and buy any food or products from my country, which can help me to overcome homesick and strange of food or living standard. In addition, whenever I have troubles, I can find help from people who speak the same language as me because I have just come to the United State and my English is still not good enough to understand all what people say to me.

In conclusion, Houston is becoming another home to me since I am used to the life and people here. This city might not be the best city in America, or the best place for living with other people, but to me, this city is more important than that. Houston is a place where I have made my beginning in America, living, studying and making friends, and then gaining success in the future.  

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Ngan Nguyen is a current student at LSC-North Harris.

MultiMedia Project - Jocelynn

by Jocelynn Palliser

This piece artistically represents the monstrous Grendel after the battle with Beowulf. 

Multimedia Projects - Veronica's Dragon

by Veronica Salazar

Veronica created an origami dragon to represent Beowulf's last battle (this included over 1,000 pieces of paper!).

Students Write: What Houston Means to Me - Guadalupe

by Guadalupe Barron

Houston means diversity. This amazing city lights up with its enormous population of people from all around the world. The variety of food, music, and activities is what makes Houston so diverse. 

Food is an essential part of Houston. For example, in Downtown Houston, anyone can find a variety of restaurants ranging from Italian to Mexican food. Moreover, Hispanic dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and burritos are some of the most popular foods found within the city.

Different styles of music are part of what defines Houston. Every international artist comes throughout the year to play their music in one of Houston's stadiums. As an illustration, many popular artists come to the Houston Rodeo every year where different genres of music are played.

There is an infinite amount of activities in Houston. These places range from museums, the aquarium, and NASA. Because of this, people can get a glimpse of the most popular aspects that define Houston.

Houston is said to be one of the most diverse cities in the United States. This popular city will always be the land of variety. With this in mind, people from all around the world can be found in this city. 

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Guadalupe Barron is a current student at Lone Star College North Harris, seeking a degree in Biology.  She hopes to continue her studies at the University of Houston and pursue a career in medicine.

Students Write: What Houston Means to Me - Jarely

by Jarely Uribe

Houston can be many things. Traffic, loud noises, pollution, and a lot of entertainment is what Houston means to other people. To me it means home, because I was born here, my family lives here, and I am starting my own life here.

Being born in a great place like this makes you love it the way it is, and it is what makes me consider it home. Every feeling I have towards Houston can also be attached to the fact that my family is near me. They help me overcome the difficulties associated with school and career opportunities in Houston.

Houston is the place where all of my family lives. This is where we spend all the holidays together, and we enjoy the special moments in our lives. This is where I want to plan a future, near the ones I love.

The city and space is the right place for me to start my life because it gives me the opportunity to accomplish what I want in a future. I can see myself building a home and starting a family and career here. This is where anything is possible for me.

Houston is everything: a store on the corner, a museum to visit, or a neighborhood to walk around. Home to me is a place I was born, somewhere my family is, and knowing I can start my life there. This is what Houston means to me, my home.

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Jarely Uribe is a current student at Lone Star College North Harris who is working towards a degree in Education.  She hopes to transfer to the University of Houston-Downtown to continue towards her goal of becoming an educator.