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Yaquelin Amaya

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My name is Yaquelin Ayala. At the age of 14, my life changed dramatically as my sisters and I were placed in a foster care non-profit called Orangewood. This experience had a significant impact on me as I faced frequent relocations at an early age and being placed in the system. This constant change and relocation made forming long-term connections with friends difficult. After aging out of the system, I was left confused and alone, but I came to realize that forgiveness is a crucial aspect of healing and growth. Although I had to temporarily pause my studies due to financial setbacks, my thirst for knowledge never left me. With renewed determination, I am back to achieving my academic goals. As a former foster child, the odds of obtaining a bachelor's degree after 26 have plummeted to less than 3%. However, today, I am not a statistic but a transfer student from Orange Coast College, fueled by my determination to build a stable future for myself and my son. This determination drives me to pursue a bachelor's degree at California State University Fullerton, where I can expand on the foundation I have established at Orange Coast College.

Education

California State University-Fullerton

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2026
  • Majors:
    • Mathematics
    • Data Analytics
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
    • Computer Science

Orange Coast College

Associate's degree program
2022 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Mathematics
    • Accounting and Computer Science

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Computer & Network Security

    • Dream career goals:

    • Administrator

      Private organization
      2023 – Present2 years

    Sports

    Volleyball

    Club
    2016 – 20182 years

    Arts

    • Orange Coast College

      Painting
      2022 – Present
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