Introduction

I'm Carol Newark, an undergraduate at the Pennsylvania State University.  I intend to graduate in 2014.  I'm a Crime, Law and Justice major, and a Psychology major.  I'm also minoring in Spanish and Sociology.  I have learned a lot about myself in the past year.  I now know that I have to do what makes me happy, not what other people want me to do.  I came to Penn State as an Environmental Resource Management major, changed my major to English, and eventually found my place with Crime, Law, and Justice.  When I was a little girl I always wanted to be a detective, but for some reason I abandoned that dream when I applied to Penn State.  I am very happy that I realized what a mistake I was making before it was too late.  I am so happy to be studying something that I am passionate about.  Naturally, I am passionate about many other things, and this portfolio is a reflection of that.  Sure, I love what I'm studying in school, but that does not entirely define who I am.  I love photography, books, dance, film cameras, history, music, hockey, and laughter.  My family and friends have helped to shape who I am, but I like to think that I've helped to shape who they are as well.  So much of my coursework this year has been inspired by my family, my friends, or my interests.  I find it very hard for me to do something well if I have no connection to it, even if that means that I must feign interest in a topic for a few weeks.  I understand that I am driven by my emotions.  I know that being like that is not always a good thing, but coming to understand this about myself has helped me immensely.  Every piece included in this portfolio reflects my personality and my interests.  I put my heart and soul into all of my work, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.