Descriptive Reflection: Formal Introductory Letter

Subject: Self-Introduction

Dear Professor Blackstone,

My name is Trena Tung and I am writing this letter to introduce myself. I am a first-year civil engineering student at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). I graduated from Nanyang Polytechnic with a diploma in aerospace systems and management. My interest in engineering began during my secondary school coursework in Design and Technology (DNT), where I discovered that the design process, from conceptualising ideas to creating tangible prototypes, intrigues me. I chose to study aviation out of curiosity, but soon realised I was not passionate about it, and therefore decided to change to a different industry in university. As a child, I was quite interested in how buildings were designed. This encouraged me to pursue a degree in civil engineering.

My communication strength is friendliness. In my interactions, I usually try to create a warm and approachable atmosphere to make others feel at ease. When engaging in casual conversations, my friendly manner promotes positive connections and communication.

One of my communication weaknesses is public speaking. As an introverted person, I am naturally more at ease in smaller, more intimate settings, and speaking in front of large groups always makes me nervous. Due to a lack of public speaking experience, the idea of addressing a large audience causes anxiety. I frequently struggle with the challenge of projecting my voice and maintaining a strong presence on stage. My lack of familiarity with such scenarios has limited my ability to convey my ideas with the confidence and articulation they require.

My goals for this module would be to improve my public speaking skills and English writing skills. I believe that having these skills will be valuable assets, as it will allow me to convey my thoughts and ideas more effectively.

Thank you for your time.

Yours sincerely,

Trena Tung