“I was born on the island of Guam, and I moved to the United States when I was 12. Guam’s culture is very different from American culture, so it was a challenging adjustment. But coming to Oakton, I really found my people. Being part of groups like COMPASS has helped me think about my heritage and explore how I can advocate for the AAPI community. My experiences here have helped amplify my voice and given me confidence in becoming a leader.” –Lydia Cruz Current student and member of Center for Organizing Minority Programs to Advance Student Success (COMPASS) and the Asian American Student Leadership Institute
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