{"id":202,"date":"2015-07-31T13:05:24","date_gmt":"2015-07-31T13:05:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/aig.alumni.virginia.edu\/bolivar\/?page_id=202"},"modified":"2026-08-21T15:45:21","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T19:45:21","slug":"past-winners","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/scholarships-and-awards\/book-scholarship\/past-winners\/","title":{"rendered":"Past Recipients of the Book Scholarship"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Congratulations to the 2025 Book Scholarship recipients!<\/h2>\n<h3>Graduate: Jeronimo Lau Alberdi (<abbr title=\"School of Law\">Law<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>&#8217;27)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1172 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-769x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Jeronimo Lau Alberdi headshot\" width=\"769\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-769x1024.jpg 769w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-1538x2048.jpg 1538w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Jeronimo-Lau-Alberdi-Grad-headshot-scaled.jpg 1922w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.austral.edu.ar\/en\/mag-jeronimo-lau-alberdi\/\">Jeronimo Lau Alberdi<\/a> teaches Constitutional Law, Constitutional Litigation, Judicial Politics, and Comparative Constitutional Law at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austral.edu.ar\/\">Universidad Austral<\/a> in Argentina. He is working toward a Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) at the University of Virginia School of Law. His research focuses on how and why judges in Latin America use foreign law in constitutional cases.<\/p>\n<p>He earned his law degree and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Universidad Austral in Argentina and also holds an LL.M. from Georgetown University Law Center. Before joining academia, he practiced constitutional and administrative law in Buenos Aires and argued cases before Argentina\u2019s Supreme Court.<\/p>\n<p>He has received awards and scholarships for his academic work and has published articles in law journals on constitutional theory and comparative law.<\/p>\n<p>Jeronimo was president of the <a href=\"https:\/\/lists.virginia.edu\/sympa\/info\/legalresearchforum\">Legal Research Forum<\/a> at the University of Virginia School of Law from 2023 to 2025 and served as vice-chair for graduate students at the <a href=\"https:\/\/ujc.virginia.edu\/\">University Judiciary Council<\/a> from 2024 to 2025.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Graduate: Krystal Rubio Repak (<abbr title=\"School of Nursing\">Nurs<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>&#8217;27)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1173 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Krystal Rubio Repak headshot\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Krystal-Grad-headshot-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>Krystal Rubio Repak is a first-year graduate student in the Clinical Nurse Leader program at the University of Virginia School of Nursing. She was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, and now lives in Charlottesville. She earned her B.A. in Spanish from the University of Virginia in 2023. During her undergraduate years, she studied abroad through the <a href=\"https:\/\/uvavalencia.org\/en\/uva-in-valencia\/\">UVA in Valencia<\/a> program, an experience that strengthened her language skills, cultural understanding and global perspective through academic immersion and an internship in Spain.<\/p>\n<p>Wanting to apply her language skills in a meaningful way, Krystal was actively involved in volunteer work with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvillefreeclinic.org\/\">Charlottesville Free Clinic<\/a>, where she devoted particular attention to the \u201cCl\u00ednica Gratuita\u201d nights. These clinics offered patients a fully Spanish- language experience from start to finish, which allowed her to engage more deeply in service and patient support. She is grateful to the CFC for serving the community and giving her a glimpse into nursing.<\/p>\n<p>She continues to serve the community through her church and through the <a href=\"https:\/\/med.virginia.edu\/uva-latino-health-initiative\/about\/\">UVA Latino Health Initiative<\/a>. Through this program, she helps provide free cardiovascular health screenings and contributes to public education on health-related topics throughout the year. She is committed to reducing language barriers and increasing access to healthcare within the community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Undergraduate: Camila Ramirez Herrera (<abbr title=\"College of Arts &amp; Sciences\">Col<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>&#8217;27)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1174 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Camila Ramirez Herrera photo\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Camila-Undergrad@1x_1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>Camila Ramirez Herrera is a third-year student at the University of Virginia majoring in neuroscience with a minor in general business on the pre-med track. Camila works as a medical assistant in UVA\u2019s Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic, where she supports patients and families throughout their surgical care journey and contributes to community education initiatives. She is also an undergraduate researcher focused on improving healthcare access and support resources for caregivers of children with complex medical needs.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the classroom and clinic, Camila serves as the professional development co-chair for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lmsaplusatuva\/\">Latino Medical Student Association<\/a> (LMSA+), volunteers as a Spanish interpreter at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvillefreeclinic.org\/\">Charlottesville Free Clinic<\/a>, and serves a student ambassador for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alz.org\/\">Alzheimer\u2019s Association<\/a>. She also tutors young violin students who cannot afford private lessons, reinforcing the importance of arts access and creative expression in the community.<\/p>\n<p>Grounded in her lived experiences as a first-generation Latina, these roles have shaped her commitment to advancing equitable and culturally responsive healthcare for underserved and marginalized communities. Camila hopes to become a physician who serves as a compassionate bridge for individuals and families who often feel unseen or unheard within the healthcare system.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Undergraduate: Chris Popovics (<abbr title=\"College of Arts &amp; Sciences\">Col<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>&#8217;26)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1171 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Chris-Popovics-Undergrad-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Chris Popovics headshot\" width=\"589\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Chris-Popovics-Undergrad-1.jpeg 589w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Chris-Popovics-Undergrad-1-300x293.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 589px) 100vw, 589px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>Chris was born and raised in Alexandria, Virginia. He is a fourth-year Echols Scholar in the College of Arts and Sciences pursuing majors in chemistry and biology alongside a minor in general business through the McIntire School of Commerce on a pre-medical track.<\/p>\n<p>At UVA, he serves as the co-professional development chair for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lmsaplusatuva\/\">Latino Medical Student Association<\/a> (LMSA+), where he organizes events for pre-health students in the Latin American community and the greater UVA pre-health community to come together to develop themselves as candidates for their future careers. He has also been involved as a <a href=\"https:\/\/visasatuva.org\/\">VISAS<\/a> language consultant, a mentor in the <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaffairs.virginia.edu\/subsite\/multicultural\/peer-mentoring\/pmp\">Latinx Peer Mentoring Program<\/a>, and a member of a previous <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaffairs.virginia.edu\/subsite\/multicultural\/programs-engagement\/ldp\/latinx-leadership-institute\">Latinx Leadership Institute<\/a> cohort.<\/p>\n<p>Professionally, Chris has volunteered as a Spanish medical interpreter for the <a href=\"https:\/\/littleworkersofthesacredhearts.com\/washingtondc\/\">Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts<\/a>, a pro bono clinic located in Washington, D.C. He has also worked as a certified pharmacy technician for six years, a teaching assistant for General Chemistry for two and a half years, a pre-health advising peer for the <a href=\"https:\/\/career.virginia.edu\/\">Career Center<\/a> for two years, and a research assistant for one year. Through these roles, he has gained experience and knowledge that will aid him on his journey in pursuing a healthcare career.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>Congratulations to the 2024 Book Scholarship recipients!<\/h2>\n<h3>Graduate: Elisa Enriquez Hesles (<abbr title=\"School of Medicine\">Med<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>\u201925)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1100 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Elisa-Headshot-2.webp\" alt=\"Elisa Enriquez Hesles headshot\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Elisa-Headshot-2.webp 500w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Elisa-Headshot-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Elisa-Headshot-2-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>Elisa is a member of the Class of 2025 at the UVA School of Medicine, where she is pursuing a dual MD\/PhD degree. Born in Mexico, she moved to the United States at the age of nine. Passionate about eliminating language barriers in healthcare, Elisa volunteers with the Charlottesville Free Clinic and the UVA Latino Health Initiative (LHI). She also serves as the Language and Culture Development Chair for the Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) at UVA.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Undergraduate: Ziana Bennett (<abbr title=\"McIntire School of Commerce\">Com<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>\u201926)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Ziana-.webp\" alt=\"Ziana Bennett headshot\" width=\"500\" height=\"654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Ziana-.webp 500w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Ziana--229x300.webp 229w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>Ziana was born in Florida and raised in North Philadelphia. She is a third-year student at the University of Virginia&#8217;s McIntire School of Commerce, concentrating in Management and IT. As a low-income Afro-Latina student, Ziana is passionate about expanding access to education, technology, and opportunity in underrepresented communities.<\/p>\n<p>At UVA, she serves as President of the Afro-Latinx Student Organization and Vice President of the SoulAAN Student Union, where she advocates for cultural celebration and community empowerment. She also tutors middle and high school students in Charlottesville, aiming to provide the kind of educational support she didn&#8217;t always have access to growing up.<\/p>\n<p>Professionally, Ziana has worked with Booz Allen Hamilton and PwC, applying consulting strategies to support nonprofits and mission-driven organizations. She also worked at an immigration law firm, supporting families through complex legal systems\u2014an experience that deepened her commitment to social impact.<\/p>\n<p>Currently studying abroad at ESADE Business School in Barcelona, Ziana is exploring global business strategy while preparing for a future that blends consulting, technology, and entrepreneurship to uplift communities like the one that raised her.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Undergraduate: Patrick Realyvasquez (<abbr title=\"College of Arts &amp; Sciences\">Col<\/abbr> <span class=\"visually-hidden\">class of <\/span>\u201925)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1099 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Patrick.webp\" alt=\"Patrick Realyvasquez headshot\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Patrick.webp 500w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Patrick-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Patrick-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>Patrick is a fourth-year Psychology and Music double major at the University of Virginia. Patrick has a passion for sharing his culture through music and art, and aspires to serve his community as a whole through a future career in neuroscience research and education. Patrick is deeply grateful to the Bol\u00edvar Network for their support, which has enabled him to pursue his love for performing mariachi music while continuing his studies with much less stress! Their encouragement inspires him to uphold the values of service and community that the Bol\u00edvar Network represents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>Congratulations to the 2023 Book Scholarship recipients!<\/h2>\n<h3>Graduate: Sabrina Mato<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-939 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Sabrina-Mato_Headshot.jpg\" alt=\"Sabrina Mato Headshot\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Sabrina-Mato_Headshot.jpg 600w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Sabrina-Mato_Headshot-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;To me, receiving the Bolivar Network scholarship means support of my journey as a Latina in the legal field. It also means support from a wonderful network of people guiding others like myself.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Sabrina Mato<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Sabrina Mato was born in Cuba and immigrated to the United States at 10 years old. She studied international affairs and political science at Florida State University and then worked at the Department of Justice with immigrant employee rights. Currently, she is completing her third year at the law school where she has focused on immigration, employment and international law. She also serves as the President of the Latin American Law Organization. Sabrina is committed to bridging the gap between UVA and the local Latinx community through intentional collaboration and volunteering initiatives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Undergraduate: Goretty Bustamante Pinares<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-940 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Goretty-Bustamante-Pinares_Headshot.jpg\" alt=\"Goretty Bustamante Pinares Headshot\" width=\"600\" height=\"772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Goretty-Bustamante-Pinares_Headshot.jpg 600w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Goretty-Bustamante-Pinares_Headshot-233x300.jpg 233w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<p>My name is Goretty Bustamante Pinares, I live in Falls Church, VA, and I was born in Lima, Peru. I\u2019m a second-year in the College of Arts and Sciences, intending to double major in Global Public Health and Statistics on a pre-medicine track. I am actively involved in SISI Madison House, PLUMAS, University Guide Services, and I work as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the University Hospital. As a first-generation college student, navigating the complexities of college, I am filled with happiness and reassurance knowing that my accomplishments are not only acknowledged but also greatly cherished.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>Undergraduate: Sebastian Moeller Rivera<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-941 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Sebastian-Moeller-Rivera_Headshot.jpg\" alt=\"Sebastian Moeller Rivera Headshot\" width=\"600\" height=\"489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Sebastian-Moeller-Rivera_Headshot.jpg 600w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Sebastian-Moeller-Rivera_Headshot-300x245.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;Winning this scholarship is an incredible honor and a validation of my commitment to academic excellence and service. It&#8217;s not just financial support; it&#8217;s a recognition of my journey and the values I hold dear. This scholarship empowers me to pursue my dreams in medicine and neuroscience, ensuring that I can continue making a positive impact in healthcare. Beyond the tangible benefits, it&#8217;s a testament to the importance of cultural competence and equitable healthcare access. This win inspires me to redouble my efforts in addressing healthcare disparities, embodying the values of advocacy, cultural awareness, and a dedication to underserved communities.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Sebastian Moeller Rivera<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Sebastian is a dedicated and driven undergraduate scholar pursuing their pre-medical studies at the University of Virginia. Their academic journey is anchored in a passion for neuroscience, conducting research in epilepsy. Beyond academics, Sebastian actively engages with the Latinx\/Latin American community, actively addressing healthcare disparities through educational programs and awareness campaigns. His commitment to cultural competence and equitable healthcare access is deeply rooted in personal and academic experiences. Sebastian is not only an aspiring medical professional but also a compassionate advocate for healthcare equity and cultural awareness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>Previous Winners<\/h2>\n<h3>2022 Graduate: Fernando Casarotti<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-770 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.31-PM.png\" alt=\"Fernando Casarotti headshot\" width=\"372\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.31-PM.png 372w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.31-PM-186x300.png 186w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 372px) 100vw, 372px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;Being granted the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship is such an honor and makes me truly flattered! This support (and recognition) will power up my journey of paying back all the opportunities that I\u2019ve been given this far, by making the most to open doors for many other people so they can achieve their goals.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Fernando Casarotti<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Fernando Casarotti<\/strong> is a member of the Class of 2024 at the Darden School of Business, where he is pursuing his MBA. Fernando was born in the countryside of Brazil. In addition to serving as a volunteer professor in his home country, he also worked with incarcerated minors in Brazil. He also managed an initiative to produce and distribute 1,000+ masks to families in the Brazilian countryside during the COVID-19 pandemic. He is involved with the Latin American Student Association at Darden (LASA) and the Consulting Club. He is also highly involved with the Darden Admissions Teams, where he seeks to support his peers and enhance their Darden experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<h3>2022 Undergraduate: Mar\u00eda Jos\u00e9 Corval\u00e1n Caba\u00f1as<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-772 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.15-PM.png\" alt=\"Mar\u00eda Jos\u00e9 Corval\u00e1n Caba\u00f1as photo\" width=\"412\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.15-PM.png 412w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.15-PM-193x300.png 193w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am truly honored and grateful to be one of the 2022 Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship recipients. Being selected for this award encourages my efforts to promote accessibility of information and inclusivity in our Latinx community and will also help me continue my studies in economics and public policy\u2014two academic fields I\u2019m incredibly passionate about. Thank you for supporting me and my academic pursuits!&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Mar\u00eda Jos\u00e9 Corval\u00e1n Caba\u00f1as<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>MJ Corval\u00e1n Caba\u00f1as<\/strong> is a member of the Class of 2023. She is majoring in Economics in the College, minoring in Foreign Affairs, AND she is ALSO pursuing her Master\u2019s in Public Policy at the Batten School! MJ was born and raised in Paraguay, and came to the States when she was 13 years old. She serves as the Spanish Translation Editor for The Cavalier Daily, where she expanded the Spanish translation section so translators can also write original content articles in Spanish on topics exclusively relevant to the Latinx community that could later be translated to English for wider access. She joined the Cavalier Daily team because she is passionate about the importance of combatting disinformation in Latinx communities. She is also a Education Policy Associate at the Virginia Policy Partnership Collaborative, an Economics Tutor, a member of the Batten Latinx Network Executive team, and a leader in Kappa Alpha Theta.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-773 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.06-PM.png\" alt=\"Anthony Guevara headshot\" width=\"472\" height=\"674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.06-PM.png 472w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.31.06-PM-210x300.png 210w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;Being awarded the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship means so much to me because it means I&#8217;ve progressed into an active member of the Latino community here at the University. I went from being locked in all the time in my dorm because I didn&#8217;t have any Latino friends I could relate to, to now working with amazing people in my community who seek the advancement of said community.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Anthony Guevara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Anthony Guevara<\/strong> is a Salvadoran-Honduran member of the Class of 2023 majoring in Latin American Studies and minoring in Latinx Studies. His many organizational involvements include Central Americans for Empowerment at UVA (CAFE), the Latinx Peer Mentoring Program (PMP), and the Afro-Latinx Student Organization (ALSO). They also spearheaded change at the Native American Student Organization (NASU) by advocating for the inclusion of Southern Native students and their perspectives. Anthony is passionate about media representation. He hopes to work with Latinos in both the United States and Latin America \u2013 especially those often ignored by the general public such as Indigenous Latin Americans, rural-living Latin Americans, Black Latin Americans, etc.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-774 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.30.56-PM.png\" alt=\"Paola Linares photo\" width=\"544\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.30.56-PM.png 544w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2022-11-25-at-2.30.56-PM-243x300.png 243w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 544px) 100vw, 544px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am so grateful to be one of the recipients of the Bolivar Network Book Scholarship. It is affirming to know that the passion and love that I have for organizations like Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and UndocUVA does not go unnoticed. I hope to always continue empowering my communities and plan to utilize this scholarship towards my research endeavors for my fourth-year thesis.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Paola Linares<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Paola Linares<\/strong> is a Puerto Rican and Peruvian student of the Class of 2023. She is an Echols Scholar majoring in Political &amp; Social Thought in the College and minoring in Public Policy and Leadership in Batten. She is currently working on a thesis about the sterilization of Puerto Rican women and how it is being remembered. In addition to being a Lawn Room Resident, she works as a Rotunda Student Ambassador and serves as the Co-President of the immigrant rights organization undocuUVA and the President of Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated \u2013 which she helped revive alongside four other strong women at UVA. Her goal is to eventually go to law school to pursue her interests in immigration, family, or entertainment law.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h3>2021 Undergraduate: Brianna Guevara, Jaime Trejo-Angeles, Juan Zazueta<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-643 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.40.24-PM.png\" alt=\"Brianna Guevara photo\" width=\"520\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.40.24-PM.png 520w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.40.24-PM-217x300.png 217w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am beyond grateful to receive the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship. I feel honored to have my efforts recognized and appreciated by the Latinx alumni community and this scholarship will only serve as inspiration to continue flourishing in the organizations that I take part in as well as academically! The support from the scholarship means a lot to my family and I.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Brianna Guevara<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-644 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.39.54-PM.png\" alt=\"Jaime Trejo-Angeles photo\" width=\"806\" height=\"816\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.39.54-PM.png 806w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.39.54-PM-296x300.png 296w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2021-11-29-at-5.39.54-PM-768x778.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am honored to receive the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship. For me, receiving this scholarship further reinforces my goal of continuing the growth of my community within our new normal. Also, it is a reflection of those who have accompanied me during my time at UVA, including the Hispanic\/Latinx Peer-Mentoring Program, the Latinx Leadership Institute, and my friends and family, and the gratitude I have towards them.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Jaime Trejo-Angeles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-648 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Headshot-1.jpg\" alt=\"Juan Zazueta photo\" width=\"745\" height=\"744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Headshot-1.jpg 745w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Headshot-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Headshot-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 745px) 100vw, 745px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am extremely grateful and appreciative to be one of the recipients for this year&#8217;s Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship. As a first-generation college student who is still in the midst of figuring things out, it brings me both joy and confidence to have my academic achievements, organizing efforts, and contributions to this campus over the past four years not only be recognized but embraced, supported, and affirmed by my community. I am super excited to expand my personal library and thank the Bol\u00edvar Network for granting me financial access to purchase resources that will be dedicated to my thesis.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Juan Zazueta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h3>2020 Undergraduate: Natalie Mar Cordero, Alisa Negr\u00f3n, Tamara Moscovich<\/h3>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-393 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-11-09-at-10.27.53-PM.png\" alt=\"Natalie Mar Cordero photo\" width=\"776\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-11-09-at-10.27.53-PM.png 776w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-11-09-at-10.27.53-PM-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-11-09-at-10.27.53-PM-768x602.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 776px) 100vw, 776px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am truly honored to receive this scholarship from the Bol\u00edvar Network. Receiving this award in the midst of all the challenges we\u2019ve all been going through truly means the world to me. Thank you so much for supporting me and my academic endeavors.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Natalie Mar Cordero<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-391 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/IMG_6783-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Alisa Negr\u00f3n photo\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/IMG_6783-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/IMG_6783-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/IMG_6783-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/IMG_6783-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/IMG_6783.jpg 1836w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;It is such an honor to receive the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship. I am passionate about fostering a diverse and welcoming community for marginalized students on grounds by providing mentorship and support in my roles as a Familia Head for the Hispanic\/Latinx Peer-Mentoring Program and a Resident Advisor. This scholarship is encouragement from a community that has helped me make UVA a home and I hope to continue to do the same for other incoming students during this especially difficult time.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Alisa Negr\u00f3n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-392 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/tammy-photo-860x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Tamara Moscovich photo\" width=\"860\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/tammy-photo-860x1024.jpg 860w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/tammy-photo-252x300.jpg 252w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/tammy-photo-768x914.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/tammy-photo-1290x1536.jpg 1290w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/tammy-photo-1720x2048.jpg 1720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I was truly honored to receive the Bol\u00edvar Network Scholarship. For me, receiving this scholarship showed me that the hard work I have put into advocating for a community that I cherish over the last four years is recognized and appreciated. The scholarship also provided me with an amazing opportunity to help my father financially after he has already given me so much.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Tamara Moscovich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2019 Undergraduate: Johanna Moncada Sosa, Lorena Tabrane, and Brittney Vargas<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-283 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Johanna-Moncada-Sosa-headshot.jpg\" alt=\"Johanna Moncada Sosa photo\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Johanna-Moncada-Sosa-headshot.jpg 960w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Johanna-Moncada-Sosa-headshot-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Johanna-Moncada-Sosa-headshot-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Johanna-Moncada-Sosa-headshot-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Johanna-Moncada-Sosa-headshot-750x750.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am most passionate about working towards a world without oppression and am most proud of fostering communities through various outlets, including Central Americans for Empowerment, DREAMers on Grounds and the Multicultural Student Center.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Johanna Moncada Sosa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-284 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Lorena-Tabrane-headshot-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Lorena Tabrane photo\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Lorena-Tabrane-headshot-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Lorena-Tabrane-headshot-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Lorena-Tabrane-headshot.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I am passionate about developing effective advocacy and support systems for marginalized communities. During my time at UVA I am most proud of my work as Diversity Liaison at the UVA Career Center, Resident Adviser, and my role within DreamersOnGrounds.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Lorena Tabrane<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-353 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-23-at-9.46.14-AM.png\" alt=\"Brittney Vargas photo\" width=\"586\" height=\"590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-23-at-9.46.14-AM.png 586w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-23-at-9.46.14-AM-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-23-at-9.46.14-AM-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>\u201cI am most passionate about empowering womxn and people of color to embrace their worth and succeed in their goals. I am most proud of the mentorship, support, and positive impact I provided through my role as a Resident Advisor and other community involvement.\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Brittney Vargas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2016 Undergraduate: Hannah Melissa Borja and Sarah Nerette<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-382 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-30-at-6.44.08-AM-717x1024.png\" alt=\"Hannah Melissa Borja photo\" width=\"717\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-30-at-6.44.08-AM-717x1024.png 717w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-30-at-6.44.08-AM-210x300.png 210w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-30-at-6.44.08-AM-768x1097.png 768w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-30-at-6.44.08-AM.png 804w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 717px) 100vw, 717px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;I was genuinely surprised to receive the Bol\u00edvar Network Scholarship. I was still a first year at the time, and the recognition really helped with my confidence. I also appreciated how the funds provided much-needed relief when it came to buying school supplies that semester.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Hannah &#8220;Mel&#8221; Borja<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots\" \/>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-354 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/SarahNerette_photo.jpeg\" alt=\"Sarah Nerette photo\" width=\"734\" height=\"910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/SarahNerette_photo.jpeg 734w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/SarahNerette_photo-242x300.jpeg 242w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>\u201cI was honored to receive the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship. It helped alleviate some of the financial burden placed on my parents by attending school internationally and allowed me to focus my efforts on pursuing my degree.\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Sarah Nerette<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>\u00a02015 Undergraduate: Amelia Garcia, Andre Sanabia<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-383 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Amelia-Garcia-Headshot.jpg\" alt=\"Amelia Garcia photo\" width=\"853\" height=\"994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Amelia-Garcia-Headshot.jpg 853w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Amelia-Garcia-Headshot-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Amelia-Garcia-Headshot-768x895.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>\u201cReceiving the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship was a true honor. Not only was it gratifying to share with my community the pride I felt for the organizations I was involved with (both the Latinx Student Alliance and the Peer Mentoring Program), but also to encourage my latinx classmates to continue nurturing the home we&#8217;ve built at UVA.\u201d<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Amelia Garcia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2014 Undergraduate: Erika Fernandez, Emilia Alexandra Gore<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2012 Undergraduate: Perla Vitela<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-390 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Perla-Vitela.jpg\" alt=\"Perla Vitela photo\" width=\"569\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Perla-Vitela.jpg 569w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Perla-Vitela-300x285.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 569px) 100vw, 569px\" \/><b><\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;Receiving the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship was both an honor and an inspiration to continue the work I was doing within and outside of UVA.<b>\u00a0 The scholarship provided direct financial assistance during especially difficult years after my family faced financial hardships that were out of our control.\u00a0 The scholarship was support from a community that felt close to home.&#8221;<\/b><\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Perla Vitela<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>2011 Undergraduate: Jose Argueta<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2010 Graduate: Jose Luis Mattos, Emie Xavier P\u00e9rez Almod\u00f3var<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2010 Undergraduate: Claudia Quintero, Natalia Mercado<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-381 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-29-at-6.39.04-AM.png\" alt=\"Claudia Quintero photo\" width=\"434\" height=\"646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-29-at-6.39.04-AM.png 434w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-29-at-6.39.04-AM-202x300.png 202w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>&#8220;Receiving the Bol\u00edvar Network Book Scholarship was such an honor and it was also a special moment for my whole family (the plaque is still hanging on a wall in my parent&#8217;s home!). It was also very inspiring to know that there were alumni from our community who wanted to celebrate our contributions and achievements at UVA.&#8221;<\/blockquote><figcaption class=\"blockquote-footer\">Claudia Quintero<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2009 Graduate: Carolina Ram\u00f4a, Mariel Garcia<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2009 Undergraduate: Rolando Mendez, Diego Zambrano<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"dots orange\" \/>\n<h2>2008 Undergraduate: Juana Yunis, Peter Rios, Bernice Ramirez<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row \">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3 order-md-last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-379 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-26-at-6.13.05-PM.png\" alt=\"Peter Rios photo\" width=\"432\" height=\"658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-26-at-6.13.05-PM.png 432w, https:\/\/aig.uvaalumni.org\/bolivar\/files\/Screen-Shot-2020-09-26-at-6.13.05-PM-197x300.png 197w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 432px) 100vw, 432px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9 \">\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"blockquote\"><p>\u201cI was honored to receive the Scholarship. It inspired me to continue organizing outreach programs through the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE). 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