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Lianny Aponte Rivas

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General information

Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino
Religion
Christian
Church
Baptist (American)

Hobbies & Interests

  • International Relations
  • Marketing
  • Business And Entrepreneurship

Reading

  • Classics
  • Romance

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

I am a first-generation immigrant student from a low-income neighborhood. Today, I have achieved goals that once seemed unattainable and that I thought I could only see in movies. I am a cheerleader, dancer, freshmen mentor, member of the cabinet of the class of 2026, and volunteer in bilingual programs, things that I only saw as impossible dreams when I was in my country and that today I am proud to have achieved. As a first-generation student and child of an immigrant single mother, I know that I carry my family’s sacrifices and dreams in everything I do. I’m proud of where I come from, and I know that I can achieve big things, grow as a leader, serve my community, and inspire others to fight for their dreams in the future. As Silvia Austerlic said, “I am an immigrant not by accident, but by choice and courage … this moment is not the end of me, but a turning point to rise.” High School Recognitions: Student of the Month (January 2025) Honor Roll (Freshman to Senior year) Perfect Attendance (First Semester 2023-2024 year and First Semester 2025-2026 year) Outstanding World Language Student (February 2026) Activities: NSHSS Member Cheer Team - Varsity level Senior Class Cabinet High School Fashion Club Member Mentor of incoming freshman students Volunteer interpreter at community events Dual Enrollment Student

Education

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Bachelor's degree program

2026 – 2030

Majors:
  • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Minors:
  • International Business
GPA3.8 GPA

South High School

High School

2023 – 2026

GPA3.9 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
Business/Managerial Economics, International Business, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, Marketing
Desired degree modality:
Full-Time
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Sales Consultant

    Retail · Club Car Wash

    Jan 2026 – Present

  • Cashier

    Supermarkets · Hy-vee

    Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Marketing and Advertising
Work experience:
1 year
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
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