Since last writing an update for MVYouth, I’ve had a great second-semester last spring, a very productive summer working back on the island, and then my best semester yet this fall. During the spring, I took an intro math course and two courses for my planned major, political science. This semester I continued with a math-political science split, taking two courses in each. Later this year, I will formally declare a major and have decided on political science and applied math after discovering that I can and enjoy doing both. I’ve been fortunate to have experienced great professors who have encouraged me to continue in both fields. At every step so far, both professors and students have motivated me to be a better learner and student. The community I am now part of is incredibly supportive and driven to succeed - traits I am grateful for. Outside of academics, I have joined Brown’s club swim team to get back into this sport and stay physically active. So far it's been a great experience and I have been able to compete against other college clubs in the region. The team has been welcoming and highly motivated. With practices five days a week, swimming has kept me busy and helped me stay focused academically as it forces me to manage my time more efficiently. On top of all this, being in Providence continues to be enjoyable, I’ve explored more of what it has to offer, and social life on campus is vibrant with plenty of things to do year-round. This fall has set me on a path I am excited about. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities MVYouth has provided me with and hope to one day give back and have a similar impact as this organization.