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50 Stories for 50 Years | Story #46: Ana Avilés Vargas – A Journey to Grad School as a First-Generation Immigrant in STEM
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In the 46th episode of our “50 Stories for 50 Years” series, we spotlight the inspiring journey of Ana Avilés Vargas, a first-generation immigrant who forged her own path into biomedical engineering. Facing early obstacles—from navigating the U.S. education system to discovering her passion for neuroscience—Ana demonstrates the power of determination, mentorship, and community support.
In this episode, Ana candidly shares how family encouragement, guidance from SHPE mentors, and her own unwavering persistence helped her earn admission into a PhD program. Tune in to learn about the value of facing fears head-on, giving back to others, and embracing the nonlinear paths that lead to extraordinary achievements. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation as part of our “50 Stories for 50 Years” series!
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