What are your plans after graduation?

Upon graduation, I plan to work for a local CPA firm and continue helping out nonprofit organizations and my community.

Do you plan to stay in the Valley?

I plan to stay in the Valley because I believe it is a fast growing community that has many opportunities for its citizens.

What has your education done for you?

It has allowed me to view things differently, to appreciate all the things I have, and to grow as an individual. In addition, my education has exposed me to great opportunities where I have met wonderful individuals who have mentored me and taught me many things. My education has given me the necessary tools to succeed in my profession and achieve any of my goals.

How do you feel about your UTPA experience?

I feel I made the right choice of staying at UTPA. This university has many things to offer to its students and allows us to grow every day. UTPA has great leaders who do extraordinary things for us; professors and staff are very helpful and are always willing to help the students.

What is your best tip for success?

I believe that success is a process; anybody can achieve their goal, but they must remain focused, dedicated, and learn to view failures as a learning experience. It is not the times that you have failed that count; it’s what you’ve learned from your mistakes and the attitude you’ve had toward picking yourself up.

What advice do you have for college-bound students?

Anything is possible and we are our only obstacle. Believe in yourself and you can achieve anything; never let anybody or anything stop you from achieving your goals!