Hello, and welcome to my ePortfolio. My name is Bunthoeun Choeung, indeed it does consist of a plethora of vowels which is derived from my South East Asian roots.
Being a first generation immigrant has its pros and cons. My siblings and I grew up with parents who believed in keeping us busy, we were always up to something. I think part of it was because my parents just wanted us rowdy boys out of their hair but nonetheless we were exposed to a lot.
When summer vacation rolled around my father thought it was a clever idea to sign me up as a student aid. Here I was in 3rd grade assisting a class full of 2nd graders. Don’t get me wrong, now I see it as a valuable experience that really helped to excel my English. But during the time I caught myself gazing out the window pondering what all the other children were up to on their break.
Shortly after attending community college in California, I felt it was time for new prospects. I was accepted into the Fashion Institute of technology in New York; I flew the coop from East coast to West coast with 3 suitcases in tow. I had little knowledge of New York and I only knew one person prior to my relocation. Soon, began a chapter in my life dubbed My New York Journey.
I worked in the Fashion Design field for many years, but I always knew I would be back in school to pursue a master’s degree in the health field. Currently I am taking prerequisite courses at LaGuardia Community College, thereafter I will continuing my education in Occupational Therapy. I’ve met many wonderful peers; built relationships with trusted professors and I’ve involved myself with as many resources as I can get my hands on at LaGuardia.
Here in my ePortfolio you will discover more about what makes me tick, enjoy!
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