Christella Villatoro

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Program
Transfer-Year Experience Program
Major
Psychology and Sociology
Role
Student With Dependent(s)
Mentor


Be proactive and keep open communication with your professors.


Who are your dependents?
Jose Francisco Laguna – 22 months

What is your favorite thing about being a student with a dependent at UT?
It’s rewarding and keeps me focused.

What is the most challenging thing about being a student with a dependent?
There are so many logistical things one has to figure out ahead of time.

What advice would you give to a student with dependents applying to UT?
To be proactive and keep open communication with your professors. Also, HAVE A SCHEDULE.

What has been your favorite class so far?
Positive Psychology

If you had one tip for students with dependents, what would it be?
A PLANNER IS A MUST HAVE.

What is one thing you cannot live without as a parent?
Cocomelon hahaha. And coloring books.

What was Jose’s first word?
The dog.

What is your favorite thing about being a Longhorn?
I go to the best school and gain knowledge EVERYDAY.

What are your plans for after graduation?
Get my master’s and Ph.D.