Hey there! My name is Mauricio. I am attending the YearUp program at Gateway CC located in Phoenix, AZ, USA.

I studied most of my life in another country since my parents are not from the US, and even though I was born in Texas, I never really understood how important and life-changing my citizenship would be. When I first came to Arizona to study HS, I remember it was a painful experience for me for a long time. I thought about leaving several times, and I am glad I did not leave because otherwise, I could not write this experience and I would not be progressing in my life as I am currently doing.

Hobbies

  • I like to play videogames.
  • I like to go outside with friends.
  • I like to investigate and find reason for how and why things are what they are and how they work how they work.
  • I like to ride scooters and sometimes bikes.
  • I like to skateboard, although I cannot do tricks.

Aspirations

I aspire to:

  • Get to work with the government