OPENING DOORS TO OPPORTUNITY

LIZBETH PEREZ

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor of Science in Economics, CBA Scholars Academy

Lizbeth Perez lived in Mexico until she was 14. College wasn’t really something instilled in her growing up, but by coming to UNO she has changed not only the trajectory of her life, but also her family’s.

“I’m a first-generation student. There wasn’t a whole lot of influence in my life about going beyond my education or doing more things with my life,” she says.

Pursuing a degree in business, Lizbeth gained the opportunity to be part of the College of Business Administration (CBA) Scholars Academy, a close-knit community of ambitious and high-achieving students who challenge themselves.

“Being in the scholars academy, I see a lot of students that are doing amazing things I never thought were possible,” she said. “Every time I see them doing more, it motivates me to push myself to do the

best I can.”

Coming to UNO has not only motivated Lizbeth, but also her entire family.

“My sisters are already in college, my brother is going to college. I’m seeing how opening one door can open more doors for my family and the community around me.”

“Ha sido interesante ver como ir a la universidad hace una gran diferencia en tu vida”

Lizbeth Perez vivió en México hasta los 14 años y será la primera en su familia en graduarse de la universidad.

Lizbeth esta estudiando negocios y es parte de la comunidad “Scholars Academy” en la Facultad de Administración de Empresas (CBA en inglés). En esta comunidad encuentras estudiantes de un nivel de ambición alto, a quienes les encanta enfrentar retos.

“Al estar en Scholars Academy veo a muchos estudiantes que están haciendo cosas extraordinarias, que nunca me imagine serian posibles”, dice ella. “Cada vez que veo a mis compañeros, me motiva, y me empuja a que yo haga lo mejor que pueda.”

Venir a UNO no sólo a motivado a Lizbeth, sino a toda su familia. “Mis hermanas están listas para la universidad, mi hermano ya esta en la universidad. Estoy dándome cuenta de que al abrir yo una puerta, otras puertas se abren para mi familia y para mi comunidad.”