Diana L. Ferreira Hernandez

• What does being a First-Generation College Graduate mean to you?

A proud and accomplish milestone in my life and family, as my parents were not able to obtain the same opportunities, and thanks to them I was able to finally graduate.

• What is your proudest moment from your time at UCSD?

The moment of acceptance from UCSD was one of my proudest moments, this has always been my dream school and is and one more goal to be able to attend this institution.

• Who are the family members, friends or loved ones who have been most influential throughout your college journey? Are there any words of gratitude you would like to share with them?

Fiance, parents, sisters and family were my biggest support through my journey, been there for me, every step of the way. Their love and motivation along with their patience is what has made me grow and accomplish so much! I Thank God for them every day.

• What do you plan or hope to do after graduating?

After graduation I will plan to start my career as a translator and interpreter, while starting a family with a fellow UCSD alumnus.

• ¿Qué significa para ti obtener tu título universitario como graduado de primera generación?

Un logro de mucho orgullo en mi vida y en la de mi familia ya que mis padres no tuvieron las mismas oportunidades. Gracias a ellos logré graduarme.

• ¿Cual es el momento de mayor orgullo durante tu tiempo en UCSD?

Uno de mis momentos de mayor orgullo fue cuando me aceptaron a UCSD. Siempre había soñado con asistir a esta escuela.

• ¿Quiénes son los miembros de tu familia, amigos o seres queridos que han sido más influyentes a lo largo de tu carrera universitaria? ¿Hay algunas palabras de agradecimiento que deseas compartir con ellos?

Mi prometido, mis padres, mis hermanas y mi familia fueron mi mayor apoyo a cada paso durante esta lucha. Su amor y motivación, así como su paciencia, es lo que me ha permitido crecer y lograr tanto. Le agradezco a Dios por ellos todos los días.

Campus Affiliations

Campus Involvement

• First-Generation

• STARS Study Abroad

• Student Worker - RADY School of Management

Student Retention & Success Programs

• Academic Enrichment Programs - TRELS