Introduction: Byron Barajas

Hello, my name is Byron Barajas and I´m on my second semester of my freshman year here at the University of Nevada, Reno. I am currently majoring in Public Health, in order to register for Orvis Nursing School, and you know, to become a Nurse.  

I am 19 years old and the youngest out of three siblings, which has its advantages and disadvantages. (I´m still treated like a five-year old, please send help!) I am born and raised in Reno, Nevada and I haven´t moved since I was born. I am a first-generation college student, so being able to graduate from college wouldn’t just be a proud accomplish for me, but for my family as well. 

Some interesting things about myself is that I have five pets in total: three cats and two dogs. When I was younger, my family owned a duck named Patrick but sadly, he met his faith.  I love anything artistic related: I love painting and sketching, I am learning how to play the piano, I was once great at playing the clarinet but I forgot everything about it. But as of lately, I am great at ceramics—Not at the wheel, though—but I can hand build some great sculptures. On my spare time, I´m either listening to music or watching a movie or reading a book. Mostly, watching movies though, I have a great appreciation for movies and filmmaking. Also, I love spending time with my friends and family. I am so grateful for those around me and I love spending time with them. The two biggest things I value in my life are my family and friends. Oh! I forgot to mention, I also love to volunteer at local festivals. When I was in high school, I was a part of Key Club, which if you don´t know, is mainly volunteer and ever since then, I love volunteering and helping my community. I´ve only ever had one job and it was working with kids at my local Boys and Girls Club and I loved working there. Some great times! I am also a people person; I love to observe people’s behavior and attitudes as well as I love having great conversation with them and getting to know them. Also, I love taking walks around my neighborhood but yeah that’s it. 

In terms of academics, I am mediocre at best in math. My favorite subject tends to be English and Health classes. In my spare time, I try to write to improve my skill. Am I good at it? No, but I try and I love to analyze things.  

Since we are talking about food in class, I thought I should mention my favorite food: sushi. I can have it almost every day, except for in the mornings though—I can´t eat anything seafood related in the mornings. I don´t know why but nope, not for me. Generally, I´m not a picky person either. I love nearly every food option but as of lately, I´m trying to keep myself extra healthy. 

Yeah for the most part, this is me. I am an optimistic and I´m trying to be more outgoing. So, if you want to be friends, let me know!