Laura Quinones

Laura Quinones transferred to the University of Maryland last fall from Montgomery College, a two-year community college, and received an Associate of Arts degree in Social Sciences. She is currently majoring in Environmental Science and Policy with a concentration in politics and policy. She believes that proper measures need to be taken to ensure the protection of our environment and its continued existence. Aside from my interest in environmental issues, She is excited to have started my junior year at the University of Maryland and eternally grateful for receiving this scholarship. Coming from a family of immigrants, and an immigrant myself, she cherishes the opportunity she's had to pursue higher education and plan to work towards a master’s degree in International Relations after graduation. She has learned to be persistent when pursuing my dreams and this scholarship is a reminder that any goal can be achieved. As well as, a reminder toward not fearing taking a different path then others. Financially, this scholarship has offered me some relief this spring semester and again,she is honored to have been given this award.