Adriana is a student at the University of Science & Technology in Costa Rica, studying Industrial Engineering. While Adriana was waiting for classes to resume last year, we caught up with her with some questions about her Pathway to Progress experience.
I have good memories. Meeting new people and having fun with them – I would always be learning and making the best out of the time we had together. English class was thought with passion and dedication by Barbara. I will never forget these memories.
Hosting immersion trip volunteer guests into our family home…
In 2015, when I was 14 years old. I had the opportunity to speak at the Legacy Luncheon in Louisville, Kentucky and I stayed with an incredible family that hosted me with so much love and just made it a beautiful experience.
Here is the Adriana’s speech in Louisville:
I like the fact that industrial engineering is such a diverse degree that you can apply to many fields. It also inspires me the fact of being able to lead.
Everything, absolutely everything! Meeting new people of different nationalities, learning from each other has been immensely satisfying. The University within its competencies has to train leaders in all possible aspects, and I try to put that to use in my group work, in my life, etc. I enjoy the evaluation methodology – it is zero exams and 100% projects.
I graduate on October 21, 2021. I hope to be working full-time and pursuing another scholarship to continue my studies.
A lot! Almost all of the books I use for school are in English. Usually, companies require it when you apply for a job.
I would tell her not to give up, to not stop until she gets it. The economic position does not matter. It does not define who you are or where you can go. Always set your eyes further than where you think you can go.
