Today we’d like to introduce you to Linda Galicia.
Hi Linda, so excited to have you on the platform. So, before we get into questions about your work life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today.
My love for science started when I was 10 years old. I’m a first-generation college student. I come from an economically disadvantage background. We don’t have the same opportunities as other people do, or so that’s what we are told. Undergrad years passed by in the blink of an eye; during college, I had to work two full-time jobs on top of being a full-time student. I’m not going to lie, it was one of the hardest things I have ever dealt with, but it was possible. Growing up, I loved giving back to my community by volunteering and being involved. From a professional standpoint, I knew that I wanted to focus on helping others. During my undergrad years, I decided to work in research. Research involved me working in a laboratory alongside professors who were passionate in their research. I learned a lot, and I enjoyed doing benchwork. I started looking into jobs that involved lab, such as research in hospitals and tech positions in labs.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Obstacles are inevitable when you’re trying to break generational curses. I didn’t know then, what I know now, but every sleepless night, every setback, every 12-hour shift was worth it at the end. Trying to juggle two full-time jobs on top of being a full-time involved student is a challenge that many first-generation students have go through. Fifteen-year-old me would be so proud of how far we made it.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m a scientist. I work with various microorganisms, where I run different biochemical tests. Everyone in this field play a critical part to the healthcare system, and we are usually unrecognized.
What do you think about luck?
I believe that luck may play have played a small role in my life, but so did my hard work and determination to get where I am today.
Contact Info:
- Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/linda-galicia-434887151
