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Hello everyone! My name is Giselle Flores and this quarter I had the amazing opportunity to intern for the treasurer position with Dali Jimenez as my mentor. Something I have learned since entering college is to place myself as a priority. Being a first-born daughter and first gen student, I always carried the responsibility of caring for others especially my siblings, that I would forget about me. This poem I wrote talks about me starting to love myself first before anyone else. For anyone struggling to place themselves as a priority, something I suggest is to set boundaries and know that it is okay to say no even to family and friends! :)
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Starting at UCLA during the coronavirus pandemic was by no means easy. I struggled to transition from a community college to a prestigious and intense university like UCLA. I felt completely lost and isolated, especially as a low-income, first-generation Mexican-American woman. It was hard to find a space on campus where I felt supported and comfortable. I felt so alone during my summer and fall quarters and began to doubt my academic skills. I had thought to myself, “Maybe I don’t belong here, maybe it was a mistake.” It was hard for me to shake the imposter syndrome feelings and it all became too overwhelming. I had tried joining clubs but didn’t feel a meaningful connection because I was surrounded by students who did not look like me or had the same adverse experiences. In search of making a meaningful connection to UCLA, I attended my first HaU meeting in the Fall quarter and immediately knew I wanted to get more involved. I attended more meetings, study hours, and even applied for the Social Chair internship. I figured the best thing I could do was put myself out there and not be shy! I am truly happy that I stepped out of my shell and joined Hermanas Unidas because I have met the smartest and most supportive people. The steering members are welcoming and continuously remind us that we were accepted to UCLA for a reason and that we do belong at this prestigious university. I have met SO many kind people in this organization, a few to mention: HaU advisor Maricarmen, Social Chair Alissa, Secretary Sandy, Advisor Intern Marisol, and so many more I could go on! I am forever grateful to you all! Overall, HaU has made me realize I am a lot stronger than I think, and they continue to support underrepresented women like myself. Thank you, HaU, for all that you do! <3
With love, Jessica Esmeralda Martinez Hi, y’all! My name is Ana and I am one of the co-interns for the Community Service Chair aka Johanna for Winter 2021. I just wanted to introduce myself and give you all a little glimpse of my life. I am a third-year Political Science & Chicano, Chicana, and Central American Studies double major with a potential minor in Labor and Workforce Studies (I still have to apply). My goal is to become an immigration attorney and work for a non-profit organization such as KIND where I am able to work closely with undocumented youth. This is not only an academic and professional goal, but its also a personal goal because I, myself am a DACA beneficiary so it’s something that I am truly passionate about. In the pictures above, you can see that I am someone who loves Disneyland Parks – it’s truly my happy place and I can’t wait to go back. You can also see a glimpse of some of my friends, both from college and high school. Additionally, y’all can see a glimpse of my family, who are some of the most important people in my life, especially my niece/goddaughter. Lastly, the picture with Dolores Huerta represents my passion for advocacy, activism, and community service.
I turn and see there are only 30 seconds left I shout for the last shot glass and my bedazzled Centenario on the table “¡Apurate ya van hacer las 12!” 25 seconds left Yes, finally I can leave 2020 behind and all of its trauma it gave me! 20 seconds left Mourning the deaths of all who have lost someone to the pandemic 15 seconds left My blood boils rethinking about the injustice our beautiful communities face Because we are no longer in chains and can now be in the same spaces as THEM 10 seconds left Manifestation is my only hope for the future so we can be together again So my chest and mind can feel unheavy So our diversity can be celebrated, united, and loved everywhere So I can simply breathe. 5 seconds left How am I entering my 20s in this state? I feel closed. I feel alone. But then I remember. Life is about to change! I look at the people around me, and realize we shall not only be better But claim our reality and happiness back. Escucho el ponche de mi mamá hirviendo! 1 second left GRITOS Salud!!! Feliz Año Nuevo Marisol!! Cierro los ojos 2021 por favor, please heal our world's inhabitants. Embrace and seek an understanding for the future For we all deserve some hermanas en este mundo. Background on Poem Since it's the last day of the first month of 2021, I wanted to write a little poem on the thoughts circulating in my mind on New Years Eve. I love being an Hermana and I am so glad I decided to join and do the internship as well. I like journaling and writing down my thoughts, so I hope you all enjoy this sad but hopeful poem for 2021! Here are also two pictures of December 2020 Marisol and January 2021 Marisol <3 -Marisol Jasso |
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