Hello everyone, my name is Shemar Stephens and I am on me second semester at New York City College of Technology. I went to and graduated from Harry .S. Truman High school. My grades were average throughout my entire high school life and I mostly kept to myself to stay out of trouble. I live in the Bronx and have been since I came to New York about 7 years ago. I am currently majoring in (CST) Computer System Technology and am looking forward to what I’m able to accomplish here.  I’m always up to learning something new but rarely have anything piqued my interest like technology have. It was when I was given my first tablet that my interest into technology began, I realized how useful this little machine is and how much fun it was using it. Luckily my Mother realized that I was fond of technology and tried to surround myself with it, although she herself had trouble using some of the things she bought.
I come from a family of four containing my Mother, an older brother, my Father and myself. My mother and my father got divorced when I was at the age of five. Ever since then I’ve been living with my Mother. My brother no longer lives with us so it’s only her and I. This is why I want to graduate college and make my mother proud. I live a block away from the two train that I take to get to school. I enjoy playing video games, messing around with computers or any piece of technology for that matter and going out with close friends to the park or to just walk around and enjoy the day.
As for my avatar which is a drawn version of a Bull. I chose it because is portrays stability, strength, stamina, provision, confidence, helpfulness and determination. I’d like to think of myself as someone who’s confident in his decisions and has the stamina to do what’s he’s determined to do. Once I set my sights on a goal I will focus on completing it and overcome any adversary that attempts to stop me.
The bull could also symbolize other things as it is usually related, in its solar sense, to the masculine, strength, the sun, and kingly power. The Horns are seen as the sun-bow, shooting its ray-arrows and is a God to a great many ancient cultures. The constellation of the bull (Taurus) is in such a position as to welcome the sun’s motion during the vernal equinox. Meaning, the constellation of Taurus corresponds to the motions of the spring in western astrology (May 14 to June 19). This also produces symbolism of abundance, replenishment and subsidy as spring is a time when the earth experiences her renewal.
I am a person who’s dedicated, slightly stubborn, and helpful. I’ve been through hard times but as I look forward they are many more hard times to come. I will face them upfront and overcome them because that’s who I am. This is why I find my avatar to be a perfect representation of myself. As I complete my degree at City Tech I believe this interpretation of me will help to push me forward. As I’m sure it will be difficult to do, my experiences at City Tech will help to mold me into a respected and successful individual that will make my mother proud.
