Andrea Sanchez has lived in Oxnard, CA her entire life. She’s currently majoring in Spanish and Psychology. She enjoys visiting Guanajuato, Mexico and North Carolina because she has family living there. Read on to learn more about Andrea and her amazing self!
Quick Facts About Andrea:
- She LOVES to dance
- Hot Cheetos are her favorite
- She tried sushi for the first time in September
- She has NEVER eaten a hamburger
- Loves koalas
- Likes make up a lot but doesn’t wear it often
- She has a small foot; she’s a size 5
Her Campus Cal Lutheran: What’s your major and how did you decide on it?
Andrea Sanchez: Psychology and Spanish. I am interested in psychology because I feel that many predominantly Hispanic communities are not exposed or have resources to see a psychologist. I am majoring in Spanish for personal reasons, I am a proud Mexican and want to strengthen my identity and skills.
HCCLU: Why did you decide to attend CLU?
AS: I decided to attend Cal Lutheran because I have the option to live on campus or commute, it’s not too far nor close from home. I really like the peaceful vibes the campus emits plus the small class sizes.HCCLU: Are you involved in anything on campus?
AS: I’m a member of the Latin American Student Organization and a Multicultural Volunteer.
HCCLU: Since you’re almost halfway done with your undergrad, how has it gone so far?
AS: My first year was a little bumpy, I am very close to my family so adjusting to not seeing them every day was hard which affected me academically. Now that I am commuting, I have noticed an increase in academic achievement. I am very proud!
HCCLU: What has been your favorite memory at Cal Lutheran so far?
AS: Definitely the activities we did during freshman orientation; I met many people who I consider good friends.HCCLU: What do you think is the hardest part about being a college student?
AS: The hardest part of being an undergrad is that I’m a first generation college student, so there is a gap between my parents and I. They do not understand how time consuming and demanding college courses are; they think I’m constantly being lazy and use homework as an excuse to avoid chores.
HCCLU: Who inspires you the most in life and why?
AS: My mom because she is strong and intelligent. She demonstrated her determination to succeed and received an education in Mexico in a time where society did not support women furthering their education.HCCLU: What’s your dream job?
AS: To be a Marriage and Family Therapist or a Child Developmentalist. I really want to work with kids and make an impact in their lives.
HCCLU: Do you have a life motto or quote you live by?
AS: My motto is “Si Se Puede” to everything and anything; I love the promotion of positivity and determination.
HCCLU: What’s your favorite childhood memory?
AS: My favorite childhood memory was the day when we got our first dog; I was in 5th grade and had always dreamed of having a puppy!HCCLU: When do you think you’ll be able to say that you “made it” in life?
AS: Once I am finished with my career, have my own little family and am able to pay back my parents for their hard work.
HCCLU: If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
AS: I would go to Bora Bora because I love the sun and beach. It seems so relaxing.