Why did you choose to study at WPI? 

I picked WPI for its hands-on learning curriculum. For me, real understanding doesn't come from just sitting in a lecture, it comes from building, failing, and figuring things out on the spot. At WPI, I was able to step into laboratories on my first day and I believe those experiences helped me learn how different processes actually work. The Interactive Qualifying Project (IQP) was also a big factor, for me, in deciding to come to WPI. Getting to tackle real community challenges abroad teaches you that problem-solving isn’t one-size-fits-all. It forces you to adapt, understand different perspectives, and create solutions that actually work for the people using them.

How are you involved with the WPI community? 

At WPI, I am part of the i3 Lab where I learn about real-world business while also building a startup of my own. The i3 Lab has allowed me to grow as both a student and an entrepreneur by learning from my mistakes while building a real product for people to use. I am also the vice president of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineer. This group is where I get to hang out with my friends but also gain professional development and connect with major companies. Finally, I am part of the Engineering Ambassadors program where I can have an impact on students in local Worcester schools by teaching about the world of STEM. I am also part of the International Student Council as the public relations chair. In this role, I get to connect with other clubs on campus to organize events and bring the community together.

What’s your favorite thing about WPI? 

I love how the community in WPI is small but big at the same time. I get to see familiar faces every day.

Do you have a faculty or staff mentor? 

Many professors here have had a powerful impact on my education, especially Professor Bradley Miller who truly believed in me. Thanks to his generous donation of 20 XRP Robots, I was able to bring them to my community back home to reach students who lack opportunities in the STEM field. That initiative has now turned into a foundation where more people are supporting my vision to impact over 500 students in Honduras. Professor Ardian Preci has also deeply impacted my education by teaching me the real value of hard work. He always reminds me that, “putting a block every day builds a wall.” These wise words continue to shape how I approach my goals.

How has WPI’s project-based learning influenced your education? 

Project-based learning has shown me the reality of working in industry. Projects move fast and sometimes they fail, but you must learn how to get back up and keep trying. Thanks to my robotics engineering projects, I could build my own medical device to help therapists treat post-stroke patients. The device gives clinicians an in-depth view of muscle activity, enabling more accurate diagnoses and helping treat patients both inside and outside the clinic.