My name is Melany Gomez, I am double majoring in Biological Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies. I was born in Cuba and was able to immigrate to the United States with my family at the age of 12. Given the oppressive government reigning this island, during my time in Cuba the information we were allowed to access was very limited. Only the privileged were able to explore other cultures and the issues affecting the world. Having experienced these constraints , once I started to attend FIU I was very eager to immerse myself in an education that broke these barriers and opened my eyes to a more comprehensive view of our world. In the future I see myself applying the lessons I've learned throughout my journey as a global scholar in my involvement with my community as well as with my patients as a dentist. My dream is to become a dentist that is able to address the discrepancies in healthcare and facilitate my services to those who may struggle to prioritize their oral health due to their financial challenges.