Home Country: Ecuador
Program: Environmental Engineering
University: Universidad San Francisco de Quito
Languages: Spanish, English, French

I was born and raised in Quito, Ecuador, where I did my bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering at Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ). During my undergrad, I studied abroad at Cornell University and researched various environmental topics such as air quality, ecology, and wastewater treatment. Before starting my master's at Rice, I worked on various projects related to environmental consulting, climate change, and sustainability for NGOs and the private sector in LATAM, the US, and Europe. I am currently doing an MSc in Environmental Engineering, researching smart materials to improve the safety and sustainability of water at Dr. Getachew Research Group.

On Rice:
Rice is an amazing school filled with a supportive and diverse community of brilliant, passionate, ambitious, and kind-hearted people. I love to have a place full of opportunities, resources, and people who make me feel at home.

On Fulbright:
The Fulbright community is incredible! Fulbright has given me the opportunity to meet amazing people from around the world and explore new cultures and ideologies. It is the perfect environment to learn, share and make long-lasting friendships.

Fun Fact: 
One of my biggest dreams is to see the Northern Lights.