{"id":243,"date":"2024-08-21T14:00:07","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T14:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intempo.org\/blog\/?p=243"},"modified":"2024-08-21T14:14:02","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T14:14:02","slug":"back-to-school-blog-nataly-huyhuas-wesleyan-experience-and-advice-foraspiring-college-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intempo.org\/blog\/back-to-school-blog-nataly-huyhuas-wesleyan-experience-and-advice-foraspiring-college-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Back to School Blog: Nataly Huyhua\u2019s Wesleyan Experience and Advice forAspiring College Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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INTEMPO alumna and board member Nataly Huyhua graduated from Wesleyan
University in May 2024 and will be attending Yale School of Nursing in the fall. Read
more about her experiences at Wesleyan and advice for high school students who are
thinking about going to college in her new blog!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What was your college experience like?<\/strong>
Attending Wesleyan University was a privilege that exposed me to a diverse and
intellectually stimulating environment. As a Psychology and Science in Society major, I
was constantly challenged to think critically about the intersections of science,
medicine, and society. This program was especially impactful as it deepened my
understanding of health disparities and medical mistrust, issues I\u2019m passionate about
addressing in my future career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the classroom, my college experience was defined by the relationships I built
and the communities I became a part of. As a WesMASS Scholar and a Hispanic
Scholarship Fund Scholar, I gained a network of peers and mentors who were a
constant source of support and encouragement. I also served as the 2024 Class
Liaison for the Latin American Student Organization and joined the Wesleyan Latin &
Ballroom Performance Team\u2014roles that helped me step out of my comfort zone and
embrace leadership opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Tutoring children in the Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) After School
Program (IAS) was another significant aspect of my time at Wesleyan. It was profoundly
rewarding to me to witness the children\u2019s progress and see their confidence grow. The
experience brought home to me the importance of educational support and deepened
my appreciation for the resilience of immigrant and refugee communities. It reinforced
my commitment to community service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What was your biggest accomplishment during college?<\/strong>
One of my proudest accomplishments during college was being an active and engaged
member of Wesleyan\u2019s vibrant community. Balancing my time between academics,
work, and extracurricular activities was challenging, but it taught me the value of
effective time management and staying connected. My senior year was particularly fulfilling as I juggled three jobs, a remote internship, and various volunteer activities, all
while maintaining my academic performance and applying to graduate school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


I\u2019m also proud that I played a part in creating spaces at Wesleyan where
underrepresented cultures could thrive and be celebrated. I\u2019m grateful that I had the
opportunity to contribute to the Latin & Ballroom Performance Team\u2019s first showcase
and see the team grow from a small group of dedicated dancers to a full-fledged
ensemble of 32 members. I was also involved in reestablishing the Latin American
Student Organization at Wesleyan, which had been inactive since the pandemic. I\u2019m
grateful for the opportunity to have been part of these efforts and for the community that
supported and inspired me along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What was it like living away from home?<\/strong>
The independence that came with living away from home was exciting, but it also
presented its own set of challenges. I had to learn quickly how to manage my time,
budget, and well-being. While I missed the familiarity of home, I learned to trust in my
abilities and seek out the resources and support available to me. This not only helped
me navigate college, but it also prepared me for the complexities of the professional
world. I learned that it\u2019s okay to ask for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What advice do you have for current high school students thinking about
going to college?<\/strong>
For high school students thinking about going to college, my advice would be to
embrace uncertainty and be open to exploration. College is a time to discover your
interests, even if they take you in unexpected directions. Don\u2019t be afraid to step out of
your comfort zone, try new things, and find what truly resonates with you. Also,
remember to balance academics with self-care. College can be demanding, but it\u2019s
crucial to take care of your mental and physical health. Surround yourself with a
supportive community and don\u2019t hesitate to ask for help when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blog de Regreso a Clases: La Experiencia en Wesleyan de Nataly Huyhua y
Consejos para Futuras y Futuros Estudiantes Universitarios<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

La exalumna y miembro de la junta de INTEMPO, Nataly Huyhua, se gradu\u00f3 de la
Universidad Wesleyan en mayo de 2024 y asistir\u00e1 a la Escuela de Enfermer\u00eda de Yale en oto\u00f1o. \u00a1Lee m\u00e1s sobre sus experiencias en Wesleyan y su consejo para los
estudiantes de secundaria que est\u00e1n pensando en ir a la universidad en su nuevo blog!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfC\u00f3mo fue tu experiencia universitaria?<\/strong>
Asistir a la Universidad Wesleyan fue un privilegio que me expuso a un entorno diverso
e intelectualmente estimulante. Como estudiante de Psicolog\u00eda y Ciencia en la
Sociedad, estuve constantemente desafiada a pensar cr\u00edticamente sobre las
intersecciones entre ciencia, medicina y sociedad. Este programa fue especialmente
impactante ya que profundiz\u00f3 mi comprensi\u00f3n sobre las disparidades en salud y la
desconfianza m\u00e9dica, temas que me apasiona abordar en mi futura carrera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


M\u00e1s all\u00e1 del aula, mi experiencia universitaria se defini\u00f3 por las relaciones que constru\u00ed
y las comunidades a las que me un\u00ed. Como becaria de WesMASS y del Hispanic
Scholarship Fund, obtuve una red de compa\u00f1eros y mentores que fueron una fuente
constante de apoyo y aliento. Tambi\u00e9n serv\u00ed como Enlace de la Clase de 2024 para la
Organizaci\u00f3n de Estudiantes Latinoamericanos y me un\u00ed al Equipo de Actuaciones de
Baile de Sal\u00f3n y Latino de Wesleyan, roles que me ayudaron a salir de mi zona de
confort y aprovechar las oportunidades de liderazgo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Dar tutor\u00eda a ni\u00f1os en el Programa de Despu\u00e9s de Escuela (IAS) de los Servicios
Integrados de Refugiados y Migrantes (IRIS) fue otro aspecto significativo de mi tiempo
en Wesleyan. Fue profundamente gratificante para m\u00ed ver el progreso de los ni\u00f1os y
observar su crecimiento en confianza. La experiencia me hizo comprender la
importancia del apoyo educativo y profundiz\u00f3 mi apreciaci\u00f3n por la resiliencia de las
comunidades inmigrantes y refugiadas. Reforz\u00f3 mi compromiso con el servicio
comunitario.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfCu\u00e1l fue tu mayor logro durante la universidad?<\/strong>
Uno de mis logros de los que me siento m\u00e1s orgullosa durante la universidad fue ser un
miembro activo y comprometido de la vibrante comunidad de Wesleyan. Equilibrar mi
tiempo entre los estudios, el trabajo y las actividades extracurriculares fue un desaf\u00edo,
pero me ense\u00f1\u00f3 el valor de una gesti\u00f3n eficaz del tiempo y de mantenerme conectada.
Mi \u00faltimo a\u00f1o fue particularmente gratificante ya que manej\u00e9 tres trabajos, una
pasant\u00eda a distancia y varias actividades de voluntariado, todo mientras manten\u00eda mi
rendimiento acad\u00e9mico y aplicaba a la escuela de posgrado.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Tambi\u00e9n estoy orgullosa de haber contribuido a la creaci\u00f3n de espacios en Wesleyan
donde las culturas subrepresentadas pudieran prosperar y ser celebradas. Estoy agradecida de haber tenido la oportunidad de contribuir al primer espect\u00e1culo del Equipo de Actuaciones de Baile de Sal\u00f3n y Latino de Wesleyan y ver al equipo crecer de un peque\u00f1o grupo de bailarines dedicados a un conjunto completo de 32 miembros. Tambi\u00e9n estuve involucrada en la reactivaci\u00f3n de la Organizaci\u00f3n de Estudiantes Latinoamericanos en Wesleyan, que hab\u00eda estado inactiva desde la pandemia. Aprecio la oportunidad de haber sido parte de estos esfuerzos y de la comunidad que me apoy\u00f3 e inspir\u00f3 a lo largo del camino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u00bfC\u00f3mo fue vivir lejos de casa?<\/strong>
La independencia que vino con vivir lejos de casa fue emocionante, pero tambi\u00e9n
present\u00f3 sus propios desaf\u00edos. Tuve que aprender r\u00e1pidamente a gestionar mi tiempo,
presupuesto y bienestar. Aunque extra\u00f1aba la familiaridad del hogar, aprend\u00ed a confiar
en mis habilidades y a buscar los recursos y el apoyo disponibles para m\u00ed. Esto no solo
me ayud\u00f3 a navegar la universidad, sino que tambi\u00e9n me prepar\u00f3 para las
complejidades del mundo profesional. Aprend\u00ed que est\u00e1 bien pedir ayuda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


\u00bfQu\u00e9 consejo tienes para los estudiantes de secundaria que est\u00e1n pensando en
ir a la universidad?<\/strong>
Para los estudiantes de secundaria que est\u00e1n pensando en ir a la universidad, mi
consejo ser\u00eda abrazar la incertidumbre y estar abiertos a la exploraci\u00f3n. La universidad
es un momento para descubrir tus intereses, incluso si te llevan en direcciones
inesperadas. No tengas miedo de salir de tu zona de confort, probar cosas nuevas y
encontrar lo que realmente te resuena. Adem\u00e1s, recuerda equilibrar los estudios con el
cuidado personal. La universidad puede ser exigente, pero es crucial cuidar de tu salud
mental y f\u00edsica. Rod\u00e9ate de una comunidad de apoyo y no dudes en pedir ayuda
cuando la necesites.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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