Introduction: My Reflective Journal

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Assalamualaikum! My name is Sophea Qistina, my matric number is 2412124, and I created this blog to write down the various experiences and things I will be learning in my SCSH 1201 class. I am a first year ENCOM student and I'm from Sentul, Kuala Lumpur. This is my first time writing in a blog so I am both excited and nervous of the outcome. I am still trying to get used to the new environment of the Pagoh Campus, but my studies had helped me familiarize myself with the layout of KSTCL's buildings. 

I decided to take Sustainable Development for this semester as I am very interested with the SDGs that were established by the United Nations. Everywhere I look, there are so many problems like pollution and poverty. I realized that if we don’t start taking care of our planet and our communities, things will only get worse. For example, I have friends that are from low-income families, and seeing them juggling between finance and their education made me feel determined to help in any way. Sustainable Development means finding a balance where we can grow without harming our environment or leaving people behind. Plus, it’s pretty cool to think that I can be part of creating a better future for everyone, even if its in the smallest little things. In addition, my lecturer, Sir Ali, seems to be very high spirited and extroverted, I am sure to have fun in this class!

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