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Willow Ayala

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Bio

I’m a 23-year-old Cuban immigrant with a passion for nursing and patient care. My interest in healthcare comes from a desire to combine science, compassion, and leadership in meaningful ways. Alongside nursing, I’m building entrepreneurial goals rooted in wellness, education, and long-term independence. I’m focused on creating a future where care, ambition and ownership coexist.

Education

American Public University System

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2026
  • Majors:
    • Natural Sciences
    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
  • GPA:
    3.8

University of Miami

Bachelor's degree program
2020 - 2023
  • Majors:
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
  • GPA:
    3.8

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
    • Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Health, Wellness, and Fitness

    • Dream career goals:

      Preventive / Community Wellness Nursing, Business owner

    • Combat Medic (68w)

      U.S. Army
      2019 – 20245 years
    • Salsa Instructor
      2022 – Present4 years

    Sports

    Dancing

    Club
    2016 – Present10 years

    Soccer

    Varsity
    2008 – Present18 years

    Arts

    • UM

      Dance
      2025 – Present

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Red Cross — Volunteer work
      2022 – 2024

    Future Interests

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship

    Willow Ayala Student Profile | Bold.org