Discovery Scholars Program

A week ago, I got invited to be part of the Communication Internship Panel! The panel took place today and I got the opportunity to explain and discuss about how to leverage the internship experience! The panel was organized by one of my friends, Marcos. 

I felt really great to be part of the panel! It is great to know that what I did is going to help the younger fellows. I got to meet a lot of new people and heard about their experiences, challenges and passions. I feel that everyday I'm learning something new. 

A Country Girl in the City

For Spring Break, I visited New York City with a group of UT students. We attended a UT NYC Seminar organized by the Texas Exes. I was part of the PR track and visited many prominent companies. This trip was so amazing and  I have learned so much about the industry, the life in New York, the difference and how expensive can be.

I grew up in a really small city with only 16 streets, with little tall buildings to no skyscrapers. Colon City is just completely different to New York City! Before going to New York, I have heard many things about the city. I would like to share this with everyone. 

#1 People are mean 

It is true that they are not as charismatic as Texans but they still care about each other. When I was lost in the subway, I asked people for directions and they helped me! They didn't ignore me. When I was struggling with my luggages, a guy came and helped me! 

#2 Subways are crazy 

It is true that taking the subway can be confusing. If you take the wrong train, you can end up in somewhere pretty scary. There's free wifi in each station but it is still hard to use the phone's GPS. When my phone died, I was freaking out and had to ask people for directions. After getting lost once, I have decided to spend around 15 minutes analyzing the subway routes. 

#3 Everything is expensive

Well, everything is more expensive compared to Texas. But your salary is higher! If you decides to live in Manhattan, it can get pretty expensive. But there are more reasonable apartments in Brooklyn! 

#4 Everyone can get a job 

Well, everyone in NY is more ambitious and dedicated! That's why they are so successful and get a job. There's no free lunch. 

#5 There is always something fun to do! 

I stayed in NYC for only 6 days and every night was fun. There's so much to do from watching a show, to drinking at a secret bar, to shopping, to exploring the city, etc. 

#6 Everyone takes the Cab

I didn't take the cab once except coming from the airport to the hotel and going back. My main way to commute was taking the subway.

Overall, my experience in New York was amazing! I saw snow the first time in my life! Well, according to my friends, it wasn't really snowing but rather sleeting. 

After the seminar ended, me and my friend have decided to stay an extra day to explore around. We went to Soho to get Macarons, had lunch at Little Italy, visited the Top of the Rock, explored Central Park, took pictures around the Rockefeller Center and had dinner at Ninja New York!

The Week Before Spring Break

This week has been kind of crazy to me. I had to attend and volunteer at the career fair, interview with 2 companies, study for 2 tests, prepare and present for campaign class, and finalize the details with the SxSW Bike Hugger event. At the same time, my friends from Panama that are studying at UT SA came to visit. We went to Sushi Junai and had unlimited sushi! Even though it was heavy, the experience was great! I love being busy and doing something. 

I have one more test in a bit. While studying and trying to not procrastinate, I ended up in Facebook. I watch a video and felt strongly toward a phrase:

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. 

Supporting Carolyn at GB Pageant

This is Carolyn, one of the newst addiction to my sorority! As President, I am super proud of crossing such a sweet, passionate, smart and talented girl! She playing the cello tonight at the GB Pageant! Me and Fei made some posters! 

Enrique Iglesias

I went to Enrique Iglesias and Pitbulls concert yesterday with my roommate and friends. 

A different view

MGoing back and forth to Panama has always been fun! Every time I go back home, I think of my family, friends, parties! Whenever I'm home, I feel relaxed and carefree! 

This time that I'm going home, I feel different. I might not be able to come back after graduating because of work. Once my OPT starts, I think I can't come back. This time, I spend some time enjoying the sky view. My hometown is so beautiful. 

This world is so big and full of opportunities. Even though I don't have a job yet, this world is huge! As long as I keep looking, I will find one. 

So?

Exams, proyects and presentations are driving me crazy! The pressure right after thanksgiving break is making me miss home. For some reasons, yesterday when I went to bed (for less than 2 hours) I had the weirdest dream. 

I don't remember everything but I just remember hugging my first boyfriend for a really really long time. Afterwards, I was in a car accident and I probably died... That was when I woke up. 

The feeling of hugging him was so real. I was so confused when I woke up and started to cry. I have always handled pressure and deadlines pretty well, but this dream killed my peace. 

My exam is in 8 minutes and I am still pretty confused.