Hi, I'm Ryan. I'm from Monrovia,California the not as well known neighbor of Arcadia. You guys probably remember me as the one whose favorite book is "The Silence of the Lambs", a somewhat dark and twisted book that some people may find difficult to sit through or something not very likable. I, however, hold this book among the best that I have ever read because it was one of the first books that introduced me to the world of crime fiction, thriller, psychological genre books. The gravity and darkness of the book really drew me in. I was incredibly interested in the psychology, the way Hannibal Lecter took note of every detail of his interviewer and knew how to play with their emotions and crush his morale. I'm a person who is really interested in thought,psychology, and depth. 
As a student I can usually do well in practically any subject...I'm interested in. Math, Science, Chemistry, Greek Mythology all seem pretty interesting to me so I usually remember more about these subjects. History, however, just does not stick. I'm usually very quiet and not talkative when I'm focused on studying or understanding a concept. I enjoy discussing though and am always very open to others' opinions and ideas. I came to UCSB for the environment and the people. The first week of FSSP has been incredibly fun and the people I've met are really open and social and I'm content with coming here and meeting these people.