Hello reader, thank you for visiting my portfolio. My name is Jacob, and I would like to share a few things about myself here. I am currently in my second year of studies at Capilano University where I plan to major in Psychology. I find myself drawn to the study of psychology because I believe that we as humans are a fascinating species, with still so much to learn about ourselves. Our capacity to exhibit such a vast array of emotions is something that I find endlessly intriguing. Currently, my interests mainly revolve around my studies. Things such as researching and reading academic journals or learning about psychological studies of the past motivate me to continue my studies in hopes of one day contributing my own research to the field of psychology. I’ve chosen to enroll at Capilano University for various different reasons, such as hearing about the positive experiences my friends and family have had here. Although admittedly the main reason I felt drawn to Capilano was its community and location. I enjoy cycling and hiking in my spare time, so being close to numerous forests and trails is quite appealing to me. Not to mention the wonderful people living in the Capilano/Deep Cove area. Throughout my studies here at Capilano I hope to obtain the necessary skills and abilities I need to succeed in life post graduation. Such as being able to apply what I’ve learned from studying psychology to my everyday life, or perhaps learning what it is I really want to spend my life doing and pursuing that. I am still unsure as to what exactly I would like to do for a career, so for now I am choosing to immerse myself in university life and learning wherever I can in hopes of encountering new and challenging opportunities. In this course I am hoping to improve my writing and comprehension skills. Currently I find essay writing to be enjoyable, but there is definitely room for improvement in my work. I believe that having the ability to present your ideas in a clear and concise manner is a crucial step to earning the respect of your peers, and one day your boss. Therefore, I am hoping to elevate my abilities to another level by the end of this course. As a university student balancing school, a job, and a social life, it can be difficult to find time for my hobbies. Thankfully reading about time management and self care has helped me to create a suitable schedule for myself. In my free time I enjoy playing basketball, biking, hiking, skiing etc. Essentially, I find myself engaging in as many outdoor activities as I can, because I already spend enough time indoors doing schoolwork. On the other hand, I have been developing a love for cooking and baking. Perhaps being in lockdown for several months in 2020 helped to ignite this passion in me. I have found that I like to experiment in the kitchen, and I’ve begun to make things that I never have before. To conclude, I’d like to thank you for visiting my portfolio, and I look forward to including my future achievements on this site.