Ms. Maria Gonzalez is a fantastic, hard-working, woman that is always willing to help the organization. Even if she is not physically in Pullman, the active house can always feel her presence and her advice during chapter meetings and other service events. Although it is difficult for Ms. Gonzalez to travel regularly from WSU-Spokane campus, she tries her best to attend many important events the house puts on every semester. She holds the position of National Representative and not only does she excel in her position, she is able to maintain a great academic standing in her nursing major. Overall, Ms. Gonzalez is a much needed asset to this organization and we thank her sincerely for all her hard work.
Q. Why did you pick nursing as your career?
I feel that the Latino community is extremely
underrepresented the medical field. Being bilingual and bicultural is
helpful for the patients who are not fluent in English. It provides
them with a sense of security and comfort when they need healthcare.
I feel that it is our responsibility to change the under representation
of the Latino community and to encourage others to do so as well. By
accomplishing my goal I will also set a good example for my younger
siblings to follow and hopefully gain motivation to accomplish their
own goals.
Q. What do ultimately want to do when you
are done with school?
I hope to successfully attain a career my
family would be proud of. I would like to spend time in other countries
working with the Peace Corps and educating on women's right's and healthcare.
My ultimate goal is to earn a master's degree as a Certified Nurse Practitioner
and eventually own my own practice.
Q. Describe your perfect mate:
Tall, dark, good smile and broad shoulders;
the typical dreamy man...lol. Someone who has ambition and goals in
life and is willing to work to reach them. Most importantly I want someone
who will be my best friend. A guy who is sincere, caring/understanding,
fun and make me smile even when I really dont want to.
Q. Do you like animals, and if so,
what kind is your favorite?
Well, I haven't had a pet for a really long
time, but in the past I've had bunnies, cats, fish, and goats. I think
that my favorite pet would have to be little puppies! I want one, but
they have rules at my apartment complex...dang it!
Q. Who is your favorite Disney character
and why?
I love NEMO! He is soo cute. I can watch
that movie over and over and if you know me well you know that I tend
to randomly quote from that movie... Dori comes in a close second "Just
keep swimming, just keep swimming."
Q. What is your most cherished memory
of GAO life thus far?
There is too many of these too! Basically
any time spent with my sisters becomes cherished memories. One memory
that will never be forgotten will be the moment that I was activated
with my Kappa Klass into this wonderful organization of amazing women!
Q. What is your favorite quote and why?
Man, there are way too many!! I guess one
of my favorites would have to be: "Life is too short to wake up
it in the morning with regrets. So love the people who treat you right,
forget about the ones who don't and believe that everything happens
for a reason. If you get a chance, take it. If it changes your life
let it. Nobody said that it'd be easy, they just promised in the end
it would be worth it."
Q. How many hours would you say you average
daily on myspace and facebook combined? :)
Yes, I admit to be a myspace/facebook addict!
I used to be on this way more often ...cutting back on it because I'm
not home as much. School keeps me pretty busy. Lets see I would say
a total of maybe 2-3 hours?