New Laptops for our Students For most of our students, going to university is an absolute hoop dream. Once they find themselves there, however, they often do not have what they need to succeed in their new, challenging environment. Specifically, they lack regular access to computers, and often wifi. Most of
Maria is one of nine children, and will be the first person in her family to receive a college degree. She lives on the rim of the volcano with her parents, who are subsistence farmers. Maria is a great example of a student who, having no assurance of being able to go to college, worked very hard in high school. Her drive is contrary to the norm in rural Panama. After three years at university studying business administration, Maria has shed her shy demeanor and has gained wonderful confidence, joy, and hope for the future. We are so proud of her!
