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Meet Roberto F. Cruz, Senior Analyst, Scholarship Administration & Processing at HSF. As a first-generation college student, Roberto understands that the path to higher education isn't always clear. After high school, he didn't see college as an option—until a friend encouraged him to take his first class at a local community college. That single step changed the course of his future. Today, Roberto helps HSF Scholars and their families access the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

Yesterday, the Leaders Uniting & Networking for Advancement (LUNA) and Scholar Networking Event (SNE) took place in Boston, Detroit, and Kansas City! , Alumni, and other professionals came together to network, build relationships, and advance higher education. Thank you for joining us! And thank you to our National Presenting Sponsors, Wells Fargo and Nationwide, for helping make this possible. HSF will be heading to New Orleans and Orange County next week!

Happy Native American Heritage Day!

Meet HSF Alum Brenda Henríquez, whose HSF journey has spanned each stage of her academic and professional journey—from navigating college during the pandemic to graduate school and now a career as a Founding Engineer at Sirius Technology. Along the way, Brenda has participated in the HSF STEM Summit, HSF Sports, Media, & Entertainment Summit, and the L'ATTITUDE Summit. She continues to pay it forward as both an HSF STEM Summit Mentor and LUNA speaker, sharing the encouragement and support that helped shape her own journey.

Students and parents took advantage of the opportunity to learn how to prepare, plan, and pay for college, at this past weekend! We thank our university panelists: University of Washington Pepperdine University and UC San Diego and our Friend of HSF Sponsor: Honda for their support!

At HSF, partnerships power possibility, and MUFG is helping further HSF's mission of empowering courageous leaders. As an HSF Partner, MUFG's commitment goes beyond financial support by investing in the long-term success, leadership development, and career readiness of for all whom we serve

Linda D. Miner is passionate about helping students overcome barriers to higher education and achieve their goals. As an HSF El Paso Advisory Council member, fundraising coach, and dedicated community advocate, she understands the importance of mentorship, guidance, and a supportive community. Today, Linda continues to pay it forward and pay it back through her leadership and service, helping others recognize their potential and pursue their dreams with confidence.

Dario G, a 2025 HSF Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) participant, is setting his sights on a future in aerospace and defense. After college, he hopes to build a career on the East Coast, applying his skills and passion in an industry that drives innovation and advances technology.

Meet Lauren R, a 2025 HSF Sports, Media & Entertainment Summit participant studying Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management at Indiana University Bloomington. Lauren aspires to build a career in live wrestling entertainment production as a producer or creative director.

For trailblazer Rami Reyes, education and perseverance have been key drivers of success. Inspired by his mother's resilience and commitment to education, Rami earned a bachelor's degree from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and built a career in private equity and venture capital, including co-founding NextEquity Partners. Beyond investing in companies, Rami invests in people, championing initiatives that expand educational access, strengthen professional networks, and support the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders. Stories