The Emerald Summer 2020 | Page 165

Maritza Olide Villafana Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Tourism concentrating in Global Tourism Through many struggles, tears, heartbreaks, nights of laughter, going out, meeting new people, traveling the world, falling in love, and being a first generation college student as a second generation immigrant has been such a blessing. I would not trade my struggles or accomplishments for anyone else's. Feel free to follow me on my instagram where I document my journey in life @maritzalapizza I am always eager to meet other sisters around the globe. I was super bummed that my last semester of my college experience was cut short due to COVID-19. I got to miss my last banquets, senior celebrations, and all that kind of stuff but I cherish in my heart all the experiences, opportunities, and friendships I have made during my college experience. I know things happen for a reason, and this was hard to come to accept. I have learned to be patient and be grateful. If there is any advice I would want to leave you with is: if you think you can, YOU CAN!! 1 6 5