Building Belonging and Confidence: A Transformative Workshop at New Mexico Tech
On November 20th, I had the incredible opportunity to present at New Mexico Tech during a special evening of growth, connection, and empowerment. The event brought together undergraduate, graduate, and international STEM students for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to equip them with tools for academic, professional, and personal success. Owning Your Power and […]
EmpowerMinds: Our First Step in Inspiring Young Minds Through STEM, Leadership and Mental Health
I am beyond thrilled to share the success of our very first event under Generation Pionera, EmpowerMinds: Mental Health and STEM Summit! As part of our mission to empower Hispanic and first-generation students, this event marked a significant milestone in our journey. EmpowerMinds was a dynamic and transformative event designed to inspire and empower middle […]
Empowering Future Leaders: My Experience Volunteering at ASU’s Migratory Student Summer Academy
Introduction Volunteering at events that support and uplift our community always brings a sense of fulfillment and joy. Most recently, I had the privilege of being part of the Migratory Student Summer Academy (MSSA) at Arizona State University (ASU). This experience not only allowed me to contribute to a meaningful cause but also reinforced the […]
Advocating for STEM Education: My Experience at SER National STEM Day
Introduction: Facilitating SER National STEM Day I recently had the incredible opportunity to participate in SER National STEM Day as a facilitator. This event brought together passionate individuals dedicated to promoting STEM education within our community. As a first-generation Latina and a former engineer, being part of this initiative was both inspiring and rewarding. I’m […]
Introducing Generation Pionera: Empowering the Next Generation of Trailblazers
Hi Familia! I’m excited to bring to light one of the projects I have been working on for the last few months…. As a first-generation Latina with humble beginnings, I knew that I wanted to create a broader impact in my community. This desire fuels a lot of what I do, such as content creation […]
A Memo to my Fellow First Gens
Happy National first Gen Day my loves! Being first Generation means that you are the first in your bloodline to navigate unknown spaces; and most likely the only one with your background and that looks like you in these new spaces. You can be the first one to be in this country, first one to […]