Yakima Valley College Student Yesenia Perez Nears Graduation, Embraces Community and Academic Growth

Yesenia Perez, a pre-physical therapy student at Yakima Valley College (YVC), is expected to graduate in 2024. Originally from Yakima, Washington, she chose YVC due to its close location to her home and its supportive academic environment. Her favorite class is Anatomy and Physiology, which has deepened her interest in the human body and positively influenced her study habits.

Yesenia's mentors at YVC, including Cristy Rasmussen, the STEM Director, and Esther Rodriguez, a counselor, have provided her with valuable resources. These include scholarships, classes, workshops, and an internship. Deniele Fleming, a Substance Use Disorder Instructor, has also guided her towards various campus opportunities and offered helpful advice.

Choosing her major was straightforward for Yesenia, who has always viewed health holistically, combining medicine and exercise. She chose physical therapy because it aligns with her values of patient care and minimal use of medication. Although she faced challenges with English as her second language, she has worked to improve her vocabulary and academic performance.

Yesenia enjoys the community in the STEM student room and encourages new students to join clubs like the STEM Club to enhance their college experience. Her favorite places on campus are the library and the STEM room. Yakima Valley College has helped her develop into a more efficient and detail-oriented individual, important qualities for her future career.

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