About Me

Age: 23
Hometown: Chelsea, MA

My Personality Type: INTJ or ENTJ?
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In the News:
"100 Most Influential Seniors" - Curry Student Center | 4/15/08
"Carnival a haven for tricks, treats" - NU News | 11/1/06
"Love for sale" - NU News | 12/7/05

I was born in the Dominican Republic and came to the United States at age six. I am the first in my family to pursue a college education. I grew up in Chelsea, MA, where I excelled in school and sports despite difficult circumstances and surroundings. I have recently graduated from Northeastern University and am pursuing a Master of Science in Engineering Leadership at Northeastern as a Gordon Fellow. Aside from schoolwork, I am involved in the community and involved in various professional organizations. Aside from the aforementioned activities, I enjoy spending time with my daughter, learning about personal finance and investments, and playing baseball (Red Sox fan!), amongst other activities.

Background:
- I was born in the Dominican Republic
- I came to Boston, MA at the age of 6
- I moved to Chelsea, MA at the age of 7
- In 2002, my daughter Alexa was born
- During high school (1999-2003), I played Varsity baseball for Chelsea High School - captain and all-star my senior year
- In June 2003, I graduated from CHS
- In September 2003, I began to attend Northeastern University
- In April 2004, I received a full-tuition LaCLA Scholarship
- In May - August 2004 period, I interned at Cambridge Systematics as an IT Intern
- In 2004-2005 academic year, I participated in the Leadership Education Growth Opportunities program at Northeastern
- During spring break of 2005, I participated in a community service trip in Irapuato, Mexico, part of a United Planet program
- In June - December 2005 period, I interned at EMC Corporation as a Software Quality Assurance Co-op
- In August 2005 - May 2006 period, I was as a Resident Assistant in Stetson West at Northeastern
- In October - December 2005 period, I led a 15-member team to raise $2,000.00 (matched by EMC) for victims of Hurricane Katrina through a date auction of student leaders at Northeastern
- In summer 2006, I conducted undergraduate research for the Louis Stokes Alliance For Minority Participation (LSAMP) program at Northeastern
- In July 2006, I participated in the Monster Diversity Leadership Program in Atlanta, Georgia
- In Fall 2006, I volunteered at the MIT SEED Academy as a Teacher's Assistant for Computer Science course
- In July - December 2006 period, I interned at EMC Corporation as a Software Quality Assurance Co-op
- In May 2006 - May 2007 period, I was the Executive Vice President of the Latin American Student Organization at Northeastern
- In June 2007, I participated in the Harvard Business School Summer Venture in Management Program
- In August 2007, I participated in the Monster Diversity Leadership Program in NYC, NY
- In Fall 2007, I volunteered at the MIT SEED Academy as a Teacher's Assistant for Computer Science course
- In July 2007 - January 2008 period, I interned at Raytheon Company as a Software Engineering Co-op
- In Spring 2008, I volunteered at the NU Latino/a Student Cultural Center as a C++ tutor
- In Spring 2008, I volunteered at Choice Through Education as a mentor
- I September 2004 - April 2008, I was a member of the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) at Northeastern
- In May 2008, I graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor's of Science in Computer Engineering and a minor in Technological Entrepreneurship

Present:
- I am a Gordon Fellow at Northeastern, Gordon Engineering Leadership Program
- I am a member of the Raytheon Marlboro Toastmaster's Club
- I am a member of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA)
- I am a member of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- I am a co-webmaster of the NU LASO Web site

Aspirations:
- Provide an excellent life for my daughter
- Graduate from Northeastern University with a Master of Science in Engineering Leadership
- Remain active participant in community service, especially mentoring the youth
- Seek MBA options
- Obtain an management position
- Obtain financial independence
- Travel the world
- Make a positive difference in the lives of others
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