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My name is Rosendo, and I am a DACA recipient. In 2016, I graduated from a small university in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a degree in Chemistry. Currently, I work as a Laboratory Technician at a company focusing in Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology services, where I perform testing on pharmaceutical formulations aimed at combating the opioid epidemic that is affecting the country.
I immigrated to the United States when I was five years-old, and I am entirely grateful for my parent’s decision to bring me here. Because of them, I was able to acquire the education that helped me become the person I am today. Because of my hard work in high school, I managed to secure a full-tuition scholarship at my now alma mater. Not only did I excel academically, but I also became an influential student leader who greatly impacted the lives of many students on campus. This combination of strong academic ability and leadership helped me become the recipient of my university’s Saint Catherine of Alexandria medal, the highest honor given to an undergraduate student at my university. I am the product of my parents’ hardships, and although I was brought here “unlawfully,” I would never criticize them for giving me a better life.
Back in September, the Trump Administration decided to end the DACA program, which granted Dreamers like me the ability to legally work in the country and be protected from deportation. Over the past couple of months, I have been constantly questioning the fate of my future: Am I going to lose my job? Would I be able to pursue a PhD degree in Chemistry? Would I be able to live a normal life without the fear of being separated from my family? These are questions that I ask myself every day.
However, a recent federal court order has allowed USCIS to resume accepting applications for the renewal of DACA. My third DACA renewel expires in September, but I am able to submit an application for renewal (of another two years) while I have the chance. The process is very expensive, and since this is very urgent and so sudden, I really need financial assistance. Any help would be greatly appreciated by me me as well as my family. Thank you so much in advance!
~ Rosendo ("Rosie"/"Chendo"/"RoRo"/"Cristian")
Update: thank you so much for helping me reach my goal! Any extra money donated will be given to a non-profit organization that supports undocumented immigrant youth in the Greater Philadelphia. I love you all!
My name is Rosendo, and I am a DACA recipient. In 2016, I graduated from a small university in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a degree in Chemistry. Currently, I work as a Laboratory Technician at a company focusing in Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology services, where I perform testing on pharmaceutical formulations aimed at combating the opioid epidemic that is affecting the country.
I immigrated to the United States when I was five years-old, and I am entirely grateful for my parent’s decision to bring me here. Because of them, I was able to acquire the education that helped me become the person I am today. Because of my hard work in high school, I managed to secure a full-tuition scholarship at my now alma mater. Not only did I excel academically, but I also became an influential student leader who greatly impacted the lives of many students on campus. This combination of strong academic ability and leadership helped me become the recipient of my university’s Saint Catherine of Alexandria medal, the highest honor given to an undergraduate student at my university. I am the product of my parents’ hardships, and although I was brought here “unlawfully,” I would never criticize them for giving me a better life.
Back in September, the Trump Administration decided to end the DACA program, which granted Dreamers like me the ability to legally work in the country and be protected from deportation. Over the past couple of months, I have been constantly questioning the fate of my future: Am I going to lose my job? Would I be able to pursue a PhD degree in Chemistry? Would I be able to live a normal life without the fear of being separated from my family? These are questions that I ask myself every day.
However, a recent federal court order has allowed USCIS to resume accepting applications for the renewal of DACA. My third DACA renewel expires in September, but I am able to submit an application for renewal (of another two years) while I have the chance. The process is very expensive, and since this is very urgent and so sudden, I really need financial assistance. Any help would be greatly appreciated by me me as well as my family. Thank you so much in advance!
~ Rosendo ("Rosie"/"Chendo"/"RoRo"/"Cristian")
Update: thank you so much for helping me reach my goal! Any extra money donated will be given to a non-profit organization that supports undocumented immigrant youth in the Greater Philadelphia. I love you all!
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Rosendo Cristian
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New Garden, PA