As someone who sometimes struggled on my journey due to financial or a language barrier, I feel passionate about paying it forward to future generations to attain their goals. I graduated with a master's in biomedical sciences from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey; prior to that I received my bachelor's degree in biology, with a minor in Spanish from Rutgers University. While in college, I had several part-time tutoring jobs, with students ranging from 4th grade all the way to first year college students. Most of the focus was on reading, math, and sciences, mostly biological concepts such as anatomy and physiology, genetics, and ecology. As a native Spanish speaker, I have also assisted with those students and colleagues learning the language, it's nuisances and culture, as well as assisted ESL students learn English and U.S. culture. I currently work at a local university in the Philadelphia area, as the lab manager for the biology department. This position has allowed me to assist some students struggling in higher education, whether it is explaining challenging biological concepts, laboratory skills or better general studying skills.

On my free time I enjoy spending time with my family. This usually includes watching a movie, video gaming, playing board games with friends and family. I also enjoy reading, mostly novels in either English or Spanish, crocheting, dancing, Zumba class, and learning how to draw/watercolor.