Michelle Moya Aceves (she/her)
Sophomore, Duncan College
Compassionate, Exciting, Dedicated
Major: Computer Science, Cognitive Science
Minor: Data Science
Certificate: Chinese
What is something you’re proud of this year?
I'm proud that this year I am addressing the struggles I face and looking for ways to solve them. Before, I would just kind of suffer in silence and feel a lot of shame because I felt like I was falling behind my peers. But now that I've reach out for help I give myself more grace and it's really helped validate my feelings.
How have you utilized the SSI office this year? How has SSI been beneficial for you this year?
I've utilized SSI by going to recurring meetings. SSI has helped me plan for super busy weeks, figure out the best way I study, and help track my progress through accountability check-ins.
Any advice for other students?
Use campus resources! Sometimes it takes a couple tries to figure out what works best but it's definitely worth it, and better than going at it alone. This is the same advice I'd give to my freshman self!