self-Introduction letter
Dear Professor Blackstone,
I am writing this introductory letter to serve you a better understanding of who I am. My name is Kylie Lai, and I graduated from Temasek Polytechnic with a diploma in Aerospace Electronics. I am currently a first-year student pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering at Singapore Institute of Technology.
I have always been someone who thrives on hands-on experience, learning best when actively engaged in practical work. I have always enjoyed math, and solving problems has consistently brought me a sense of joy and satisfaction. Throughout my years of study, this enjoyment naturally developed into a deeper passion, especially as I began to see how math could be applied to real-world challenges. This growing interest ultimately led me to pursue an engineering course, where I could continue to apply logical thinking and problem-solving in a meaningful way.
In addition, I discovered a passion for building with Legos, as it allowed me to combine creativity with problem-solving. This hobby inspired me to further my education and pursue a degree in civil engineering, where I can apply both my analytical skills and enthusiasm for practical work.
While I am generally a reserved person, this trait has helped me become a more active listener. I try to ensure others' feelings are respected and their opinions heard, especially in group discussions. This approach allows me to consider different perspectives before making decisions, which I believe strengthens collaboration and teamwork. On the other hand, being reserved can also be a drawback, sometimes preventing me from confidently sharing my own ideas or engaging in group conversations. This becomes especially challenging during presentations, where expressing thoughts clearly and assertively is important.
Through this module, I hope to gain confidence to speak in front of a crowd clearly and assertively. Additionally, I hope to improve my written communication skills to express ideas clearly and succinctly, allowing easier understanding.
What truly defines me is my strong inclination to put others before myself. This value was shaped by my upbringing and reinforced through group experiences in school, where I learned the importance of empathy, patience, and attentiveness to others' needs. When I am with friends, I believe it is important to read the room and ensure that everyone feels included in our activities. If someone feels left out or uncomfortable, I make a conscious effort to engage them and help them feel more at ease. These experiences have shaped the way I interact with others, where I always consider the needs and well-being of others, whether in personal relationships or team settings.
Best Regards,
Kylie Lai
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Dear Kylie
ReplyDeleteAfter reading your blog, I really get a good sense of who you are as a person. It is inspiring how your hobby of playing with Legos has paved the way to the pursuit of civil engineering.
I believe that while you are reserved, your contributions to discussions are always well thought out and you communicate your thoughts well.
I believe confidence will come through experience which you can gain in the UDC module together. Your inclination to put others before yourself is truly something that makes you unique and you have accurately conveyed your selfless nature in this post
Regards
Elizabeth
Dear Kylie,
ReplyDeleteYour letter is well-structured and effectively introduces who you are! Your love for solving math problems will definitely benefit you in this sector. Your self introduction is well structured and has a clear flow.
I appreciate your honesty in recognizing your strengths and weaknesses and i hope that by the end of this module, you will be able to achieve your goals!
If I may suggest, some sentences can benefit from more clarity and brevity. Prioritizing key points related to your engineering aspirations, would make the letter more focused.
Regards,
Renee
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ReplyDeleteDear Kylie,
ReplyDeleteThank you for this clear, concise and informative letter. You address the points of the brief quite well.
I like learning, for example, about your "love for solving math problems." I'm just curious though how you feel you developed such a passion for solving math problems.
In your letter you also explain that you value putting "others before myself." Again, I wonder how you developed such a good habit. It is certainly useful, and admirable, that you consider "different perspectives before coming to a decision." This would seem to make your role in group project work vital for all involved.
Regarding your perceived comm skills weakness, you being reserved, I'd suggest that this is only a problem when a person fails to engage other parties in a manner that advances their common wants and needs or those of the reserved person's. Have you ever found this to be an issue?
In terms of your language use, this letter is a very good effort. There are, however, a few areas that I'd like you to take note of:
1. I tend to be more reserved, which can make it challenging for me to initiate conversations or engaging in larger group settings. > (issue with a lack of parallel structures)
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2. more reserved > more reserved than what?
3. other's feelings and ensuring their opinions >
others' feelings and ensuring that their opinions
I look forward to learning more about you this term.
Best wishes,
Brad
Dear Professor Blackstone,
DeleteThank you for taking the time to read my introductory letter and for providing me with such meaningful and constructive feedback. I truly appreciate your comments, especially your questions about how I developed my interest in math and my value of putting others before myself. They encouraged me to reflect more deeply and clarify those points in my writing.
I have made the necessary edits to improve the clarity and depth of my responses, and I hope the revised version better conveys my experiences and intentions. Thank you once again for your guidance and support.
Best regards,
Kylie Lai