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A native Texan, I was born on December 27, 1991 to two young, imaginative and extremely loving parents. I am the first out of four kids and I have to say that things never get old with our family of six. Our humor is unconventional and my parents are my immediate reason for being creative. Being three hours away from these five is already hard enough and I try to visit as much as possible. I always planned on going to school out of state, but I am very glad I made the decision to become a Longhorn.

I am a graduated Advertising major. If you ever run into me, you may find me staring at typography or David Alfaro Siqueros’, Portrait of George Gershwin at Carnegie Hall at the Blanton. I also love to sing, and try to exercise my voice every so often. I love puzzles and have a talent for reading maps, so if you are ever lost I can point you north, or to Alaska.

In the future, I aspire to work in the magazine industry. It would be a dream to work as an Art Director in the Big Apple. I require high-stimulation to have fun and am a cosmopolitan girl at heart. Though the magazine world may be every girl’s dream, anything is possible.

This past year I made my first resolutions list and have done things I never thought possible three years ago. I made a pact to explore as much as I can as a young person, to take advantage of opportunities and love and learn from others along the way. I believe life experiences create character and an understanding that nothing else can possibly teach.

Why I Ride

In 2013, I participated in an event on campus called, Shave For A Cure: St. Baldrick’s (now called Brave the Shave). Hosted by S.M.I.L.E. (Students Making Impacts Through Love and Empathy), an organization I am involved with, the event benefitted the St. Baldrick’s Foundation which raises funds towards pediatric cancer research and hosts a head shaving event that represents empathy towards children who have and are fighting cancer. On March 31, I sat down in front of 300 plus colleagues to shave my locks. I shared this experience with 160 shavees, my dad and best friends of 10 years, but most importantly with cancer fighting kids.

What really fueled my decision was my younger, six-year-old brother, Noah. He is what fuels my love for kids. When I found out about the fight against pediatric cancer, I pictured Noah having cancer and could not bear the thought that other brothers, sisters, daughters and sons were undergoing chemo treatments at such a young age.

Shortly after the shave event, when Easter was right around the corner, I got a call from my mom that she and my 13 year old sister, Audrey, were heading to the hospital. We later found out that Audrey became diagnosed with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. At such a young age, I was afraid Audrey would be restricted from practicing a young, fulfilling life. But she, as her quirky, silly self, has proved me wrong. Almost done with her chemo-treatments she has shown me strength and a prevailing attitude. She carries on with her hobbies and does not let the idea of Lupus suppress her mind. She now hopes to serve the Lupus community in some way in the future, and I hope to do the same with her.

When I had applied for Texas4000, something happened. A week after I turned in the application, I received news that my grandma, Amparo Wong, was diagnosed with breast cancer. At 80-years-old, she did not want to go through any medical procedures. But, with the support of her large family she decided to go through chemotherapy and is currently recovering. She serves as my biggest inspiration to ride.

I ride for kids who battle cancer at such a young age, but still keep smiles on their faces.
I ride for my sister, who inspires me to be a better person and a better sister.
I ride for all of those who have or continue to fight against cancer.
I ride for all.