Texas Tech University
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Overcoming Challenge & Lesson Learned
There was a time when I was just overwhelmed with everything in my junior year. The activities in and out of school really took a toll on me, and I was struggling to juggle everything at once. Later, I came to the realization that time management goes a long way. Creating a structured schedule, breaking down tasks, and limiting distractions were essential to overcome this challenge of mine. Because of time management, I became more efficient, and it made me more organized than ever.
A Proud Moment
A while ago, I began my martial arts journey. It was a bit rocky at first because martial arts requires a calm mind, which took time for me to develop. Eventually, with the help of my peers and masters, I put in the work and became a candidate for the black belt test, and I was put into training sessions immediately. In December 2023, I earned my black belt in martial arts. The test itself was physically and mentally strenuous, but the pain was worth it despite losing one of my contacts during the exam. The path of martial arts taught me the fundamentals of defense and the values of life, and the lessons that I received from my mentors are what I abide by.
School Activity, Class or Teacher Impact
Mrs. Lang is the most encouraging, compassionate, and dependable woman I’ve met. She taught medical terminology, a class that I thoroughly enjoyed in sophomore year, and I remember how motivated I was to do well in her class. In the middle of the year, I was unsure if I was going to move forward with my plan of becoming a nurse; Mrs. Lang changed that. She gave me her full support and advised me to push through in my academic endeavors. Every time that I would see her in person, I would greet her with the biggest smile and the biggest hug. Mrs. Lang is a brilliant teacher, and she has made such an impact on who I am today and who I will become one day.
Most Cherished Memory
My most cherished memory is dancing to a song from Just Dance on YouTube with my classmates before a jazz band concert.
Advice for Underclassmen
My advice for them is to prioritize yourself, too. Putting yourself first can really prepare you for the physical and mental challenges that you encounter as you progress with age. You would be really equipped for the real world, and your life would be fulfilled.
Your Inspiration
My family because they’re the most resilient and caring group of people.
Who Knew?
What people don’t really know about me is that I love word search puzzles.
Gratitude Check
I would like to thank my teachers, my family, my friends, and my church members for helping me to reach where I am today. Special thanks to my sister and my biggest fan, Samantha, for always believing in me and motivating me to do my very best.