My name is Roberto Figueroa and I was born in Puerto Rico. I am currently a senior at St. Mary’s University, San Antonio. At St. Mary’s I have been able to participate in research and leadership positions as well as various volunteering opportunities. I will graduate in May 2023 with my Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Minor in Chemistry. In my first year of college I learned about the JAMP program and through it I had the opportunity to attend internships with University of Texas Rio Grande and McGovern medical schools.

I am a highest honors student and a three year Dean’s List recipient. I obtained research experience in the lab of Professor of Biology Dr. Shackleford, and received shadowing experiences in Anesthesiology, Pediatric ENT, and Neurology. I was also the Vice-President of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) in our University and the Event Coordinator of the American Red Cross campus club.

Recently I was accepted to the Texas Tech University Health Science Center Lubbock School of Medicine. I have been so blessed to have many inspiring people and mentors in St. Mary’s who have helped guide me and continue to do so through this journey to become a physician.