Meet Point Community College Scholarship Recipient Jorge Hernandez

Which community college are you currently attending?

Miami Dade College

Which program are you pursuing and what about the subject intrigues you most?

Nuclear medicine is a very interesting field to get into and I love healthcare professions.

What are your education and career aspirations?

Getting my PHD in Anesthesiology.

What is a fun fact about you that few people know?

I am a obsessed with my dog. Her name is Maya.

What is your favorite book/movie/song and why?

Lady Gaga’s “Chromatica” has been on repeat in my car.

What is your current favorite streaming binge and why?

Hell’s Kitchen.

In your spare time, what do you enjoy doing?

Traveling to new places and experimenting with foods from all over the world.

How are you practicing self-care during this difficult time?

Practicing mindfulness.

How are you adjusting to remote life and what are your tips to stay motivated?

Setting up an agenda helps me keep track of due dates and assignments. I try to stay off social media and focus more on my hobbies.

As a Point Community College Scholarship Recipient, what is your message to other LGBTQ+ students?

You are loved, and bad days won’t last forever. Keep pushing forward and love yourself every day.