"Growing up halfway across the globe, my mother never foresaw a life in America until my grandmother decided to enroll her in a school in New York without warning (or a proper winter coat). Adapting to a new country she knew nothing about by herself and then witnessing her success today serves as a poignant reminder that embracing change remains a lifelong pursuit. Her spirit inspires me to follow suit, committed to embodying these values and fostering my own journey to 'learn, adapt, and grow'."