DISTINGUISHED STUDENT SCHOLARS Arianna Ortíz College of Arts & Sciences Originally from Zapata, TX, Arianna Ortiz is the daughter of José Luis and Marisa Ortiz. She attended Zapata High School and today earns a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a 3.906 GPA. While a student at TAMIU, Arianna was a member of the Newman Catholic Club and the TAMIU Mathematics Society, participated in the AIRES internship, served as a Student Tutor at the Academic Center of Excellence, and was a Recreational Sports student worker. She received the TAMIU Presidential, Laredo Rotary Club STEM, and Elma Salinas Ender End STEM scholarships. Upon graduation, Arianna plans to pursue a graduate degree in Applied Mathematics at TAMIU. Her longtime goal is to become a Data or Financial Analyst for a leading investment firm. Josceline Morales University College Originally from Zapata, TX, Josceline Morales is the daughter of Guadalupe and Zaira Morales. She attended Zapata High School. Today, she earns a Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Communication, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a 3.830 GPA. While a student at TAMIU, Josceline was a member of the University Honors Program. She worked as a peer mentor and a work-study for University College. Josceline traveled to Singapore with TAMIU’s Reading the Globe Program and studied abroad in Japan. She is a Laurel Scholar and was a Judicial Intern at the George P. Kazen Federal Courthouse. Josceline was named Leader of the Year and Honors Student of the Year at the annual TAMIU LIFE Awards. Upon graduation, Josceline plans to attend law school and become an attorney. Her lifetime goal is to travel the world and have a successful career. Alexa Lilian Aguilera Barberena College of Education Originally from Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, México, Alexa Lilian Aguilera Barberena is the daughter of Rogelio Aguilera and Ana Lilia Barberena. She attended High School in Nuevo Laredo at the Instituto América de Estudios Superiores. Today, she earns a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Teaching, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a 3.858 GPA. While a student at TAMIU, Lilian was a tutor at the Academic Center for Excellence. She remained on the Dean’s List for eight consecutive semesters and received the TAMIU PRIDE Scholarship. Upon graduation, Lilian plans to begin her professional career as an early childhood teacher. Her long-term goal as an educator is to foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where bilingual children can thrive.
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