Bright Lights - Bits & Pieces Issue 4 (English Version)

AUDACITY, PERSERVENCE, RISK TAKING, PAYOFF!

by Guadalupe Alessio

Six of the most outstanding high school students in the country, with the highest grades in physics.

Their Goal: to participate in the International Physics Olympiad.

Their preparation: virtually from all parts of the country—for six grueling months.

The Selection Process: Solve both theoretical and practical tests of the highest level of complexity.

The Support: The National Coordinator of the Mexican Olympiad tell them there is no support from the various government agencies to help them participate.

The Audacious Risk: The students request a meeting with the owner of a newspaper.

The Results: A news story, and corporate and individual sponsorship follow, allowing them to participate in a week-long course at the International Physics Olympiad in Isfahan, Iran.

A month later, the news reappears that these incredible students had won Third Place in the World Olympiad!!!

3 GOLDEN RULES:

1- If you don't pursue what you want, you'll never have it.

2. If you don't ask, the answer will always be "no."

3. If you don't take a step forward, you'll stay in the same place.

Photo by Claudia Tapia

Class of 2023

Audacity Awards

For the courage to confront and overcome challenges, relying on your inner strength.

Luis Roberto Chávez Anguiano

Bachelor's Degree in Design & Visual Communication

Instituto Tecnológico Sanmiguelense

Class of 2023

Dayana Pamela Rodríguez Sánchez

Engineer in Computer Systems

Instituto Tecnológico Sanmiguelense

Class of 2023

Lourdes Angélica Hernández Arredondo

Law Degree

Universidad de León, SMA

Class of 2023

Inspiration Award

For transforming your education into a vocation and your vocation into a generous act of giving back to your community, inspiring and supporting others through your career.

Cynthia Rodríguez Álvarez

Master's Degree in Digital Marketing

Universidad Tecmilenio, Online

Class of 2020

Volunteer's Awards

Because your time, your willingness, and your way of serving make a difference. Thank you for being there, for contributing, and for building community with every act of help.