Coral Torres

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

Being a first-generation college graduate to me means having paved my own path through higher education and having only myself to rely on for complete guidance. It also means dealing with failure, but ultimately pushing through and coming out the other side even stronger.

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

The proudest moment from my time at UCSD has to be during my involvement in my sorority Alpha Chi Omega. My time in my sorority at UCSD allowed me to develop my character and values in ways that I had not thought possible. Today, I am confident in my abilities as both a student and as a person and I'm proud to say my growth has come from various experiences at UCSD.

• 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?

The people who have been most influential in my college journey are most definitely my parents and my close friends. My parents serve as a reminder to me to keep pushing, even when I'm feeling discouraged. Additionally, my friends have helped me through the stressful midterms and finals, and give me the space to relax when needed most. I appreciate both so much, and don't know what I would've done without their constant love and support.

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

I plan to continue my education in Psychology and pursue a career as a psychologist/neuropsychologist.

Campus Affiliations

Campus Involvement

• Member of Alpha Chi Omega

• Vice President Intellectual Development, Member of Psi Chi

Cultural and Resource Centers

• Raza Resource Centro