Jeng Yan Wong (Rachel) |
My name is Jeng Yan Wong, also known as Rachel. I am a junior majoring in Anthropology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I am currently studying abroad in Prague, Czech Republic. I was born and raised in Malaysia for 16 years. Obtaining an education in the states has helped me to discover myself and provided me with a wider perspective on the future I envisioned.
I value the mutual sharing and learning among individuals because it is through this process, we can foster a connection between human beings. The relationship I developed with professors, faculty and fellow students has fulfilled my desire for human connection. I am always grateful for the people who provided me with immense support and encouragement to embark on a journey which I thought was unattainable... |
I was born in Brooklyn, New York but my family is originally from rural Pakistan. My father grew up grazing cows, harvesting grain and sugar cane, and working construction to make a way for himself fin this world. He instilled in me a reminder that my culture is a part of my identity, and has always tried to show me my roots and heritage. My name is Ummer Ali, and while my body may reside in New York, my mind is a nomad, always on the search for a new home to seek knowledge.
I graduated from John Jay in June of 2016, and have started a graduate program focusing on social work. Someday I would like to teach full time, perhaps in my major of criminology, but my larger goal is to help out anyone I can in whichever path I lead in life. Too often people are identified by their career, but I want to be identified by my character and personality... |
Ummer Ali |