Student of the Week

Awards/Honors

UTPA Dean’s List, Second Honor, 2007
Jones Academic Endowed Scholarship recipient, 2007
Alpha Sigma Tau Officer Academy attendee, 2007
Texas Scholar, 2006
Texas 4-H Scholarship recipient, 2006
RGVSSA Scholarship recipient, 2006
Cameron County Fair and Livestock Show Scholarship recipient, 2006
South Texas Youth Stock Show Scholarship recipient, 2006.

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Jennifer Ramos, 21, is a junior at The University of Texas Pan American and plans to graduate in December 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology and a minor in biology. She graduated from La Feria High School in 2006, where she was a member of the Lion Band serving as drum major her junior and senior year, competed on the UIL Social Studies and Current Events teams, and was also a member of the National Honor Society. During her high school years she was also highly involved in 4-H and FFA, and served on the 2005 Texas State 4-H Council. While attending UTPA she has continued to stay involved on campus and within the community. She is a member of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority where she has served as treasurer and has participated in different committees. She is also a member of Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society and the Health and Kinesiology Club. Ramos has continued to give back to the community by volunteering and working with Habitat for Humanity, Pine Mountain Settlement School, Paint McAllen Beautiful, Make a Difference Day, Bay City Beach Clean Up, H-E-B Feast of Sharing, Valley Baptist Medical Center, and the Cameron County Fair & Livestock Show. Ramos is currently employed as a graduate survey assistant at the Office of Career Services.

What are your plans after graduation?

After graduation I plan to work as an athletic trainer on a sports medicine team at the college or high school level. I then plan to pursue my master’s degree in physical therapy at Texas Tech University and then work in private practice that focuses on sports injuries and rehabilitation.

Do you plan to return to the Valley?

The Valley has always and will always be home to me, so I would like to eventually settle down with a family in an area near or within the Rio Grande Valley.

What has your education done for you?

By pursuing my education I have discovered a little more about myself and I have become much more knowledgeable. I have been able to map out a successful career path for myself, and I have learned how I would like to give back to the community in the future.

How do you feel about your UTPA experience?

I have loved attending UTPA for the past three years. I think that attending UTPA has been the best thing for me because I have been able to pursue my educational goals, and at the same time I have been able to remain close to my family and friends. Also, while here I have gotten the chance to discover what motivates and drives me to achieve my educational and career goals.

What is your best tip for success?

Keep your mind clear, and always try to go that extra mile because with every extra push you give yourself you gain double back in knowledge and experience.

What advice do you have for college-bound students?

Do your best to get involved at the university level because it will make your university experience so much more enjoyable and it will help create so many networking opportunities.