Student Presenter(s): Karibay Angeles
Faculty Mentor: Jonathan Goldman
Department: English
School/College: College of Arts and Sciences, New York City

My presentation is based on Esmeralda Santiago's life and career. The presentation's aim is to encourage other Latinx members by showcasing Esmeralda's passion for literature and contribution to her culture through her community work. I was able to find much of these materials on Esmeralda Santiago's personal webpage and through sources that included interviews. Also outlets that have devoted time to learning about her. According to my research, Esmeralda Santiago has published over 8+ novels, allowing us to peel back the layers of who she is. The majority of her books are about her culture and tell us about the migrant trip. Her success as a journalist has also inspired her to give back to her community and act as a spokeswoman for both the Latinx community and the world of literature.

Esmeralda is an inspiration to all people and her story of perseverance is what motivates us all to dream big. Esmeralda Santiago teaches us to pursue our dreams and to stand up for what we believe in.