1. Over the five years that I have danced, I have grown to love folklorico; however, it wasn’t always like that. The first time I stepped into my skirt, I immediately was thrown off by the unfamiliarity of the movements, how unbalanced I suddenly felt and the fact that I was being forced out of my shell. But instead of diving into this activity with a negative mentality, I overcame my fears and with great determination, managed to accomplish more...

“Consider what you really want to devote your life to and set your eyes on that. Don’t set your goals to be how much success can be obtained, but how much happiness can be given to others.” Growing up, my father would repeat these words in hopes that his I would put my own passion in my lives and the lives of others. However, it was not until I joined high school marching band my freshman year and became...

YOUR ENERGY MAKES THE INTERVIEW. Take a breather, because you'll be fine. Chances...

Your counselor should be your best friend. Talk to them. In my school, there was...

Make a list of ALL important factors that your dream school has to have. No fact is silly or based on a whim....

Be a well-rounded student! I did the whole package: academics, sports, band, clubs, community outreach, internships, non-profit involvements, church. If your school doesn't offer a lot, make it happen and fight for your education. You can petition-shows initiative AND the fact that YOU are taking charge of your education. This goes for classes, clubs,...

I did community service at libraries. I was in band, so...

We all have something unique about us. For me, it was being a first generation, latina facing the dilemma of being torn part by two worlds...