My experience as a first-generation low-income student is what fuels my motivation to succeed. My struggles are the reasons I am so motivated in my education. I firmly believe that receiving a higher education is the only way to improve my life. I work hard every day to ensure I successfully build the foundation for my future. Through my challenges, I have found my passion in helping students engage personally, professionally, and academically at UCI. I am determined to become a foundation for students who come from similar backgrounds because I understand the obstacles that may arise and I can pass on the wisdom and knowledge I have achieved so that I can help the individual. My choice of majors, the extracurricular activities I am involved in, and everything I do reflects my passion for helping students engage