Rossy Plascencia (AA '25)
Rossy Plascencia (AA '25)
Major: Associate of Arts in Psychology
High School: John F. Kennedy High School
Involvements: President of PTK, Vice President of DASO (Dreamers and Allies Student Organization), Secretary of Arrupe Alliance, Peer educator, Orientation Leader, Writing fellow, LEAD career fellowship, 2024 President's Medallion Winner, and intern at Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA)
Hello! My name is Rossy Plascencia, and I'm here to tell you about my Arrupe College experience.
How I chose my degree:
When selecting my degree, I knew that my goal was to become a social worker, and that came from the drive to be a voice for people and communities who have been constantly neglected. When thinking about this goal, I realized that through some knowledge in psychology, I will be able to better understand the psychological effects that this can cause us as humans and hopefully be able to effectively help and contribute ideas to better enhance the livelihood of people/communities.
My plans after graduation:
I will be at Loyola University Chicago obtaining a degree in Social Work.
What professor should a new student absolutely take a class with and why?
There are many professors at Arrupe College that I fully believe students should take, my favorite part about each professor is that they are all very unique, but equally as passionate. Currently, I say with full confidence that Dr. Castellanos is a professor that students should try to take, although challenging in its own way, you will never leave that class without having learned something new.
What has been your most challenging class and how did it change you?
College Writing II was the most challenging class I took; it often made me feel like I had no idea what I was doing, which pushed me to work even harder. I never saw myself as a strong writer, so every time I submitted a paper, I was nervous about the outcome. But through persistence and better time management, I was able to succeed. This class taught me that learning new skills isn’t impossible, it just takes effort, patience, and a willingness to push yourself outside your comfort zone.
What was your favorite moment during your time at Loyola?
Orientation will forever be one of my core memories. I not only got to experience first-hand what the community here was like, but it also allowed me to feel included in the community. Coming to a new place is always going to be difficult, but it never felt like it was impossible here; it's actually extremely hard to not be part of the family that is in this institution.
What advice do you have for the incoming class?
Imposter syndrome is something many of us experience often more than once, but I hope you remember that you deserve to be here. You worked hard to get where you are, and you absolutely deserve your spot. Never let doubt overshadow the reality of how far you’ve come.
Rossy Plascencia (AA '25)
Major: Associate of Arts in Psychology
High School: John F. Kennedy High School
Involvements: President of PTK, Vice President of DASO (Dreamers and Allies Student Organization), Secretary of Arrupe Alliance, Peer educator, Orientation Leader, Writing fellow, LEAD career fellowship, 2024 President's Medallion Winner, and intern at Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA)
Hello! My name is Rossy Plascencia, and I'm here to tell you about my Arrupe College experience.
How I chose my degree:
When selecting my degree, I knew that my goal was to become a social worker, and that came from the drive to be a voice for people and communities who have been constantly neglected. When thinking about this goal, I realized that through some knowledge in psychology, I will be able to better understand the psychological effects that this can cause us as humans and hopefully be able to effectively help and contribute ideas to better enhance the livelihood of people/communities.
My plans after graduation:
I will be at Loyola University Chicago obtaining a degree in Social Work.
What professor should a new student absolutely take a class with and why?
There are many professors at Arrupe College that I fully believe students should take, my favorite part about each professor is that they are all very unique, but equally as passionate. Currently, I say with full confidence that Dr. Castellanos is a professor that students should try to take, although challenging in its own way, you will never leave that class without having learned something new.
What has been your most challenging class and how did it change you?
College Writing II was the most challenging class I took; it often made me feel like I had no idea what I was doing, which pushed me to work even harder. I never saw myself as a strong writer, so every time I submitted a paper, I was nervous about the outcome. But through persistence and better time management, I was able to succeed. This class taught me that learning new skills isn’t impossible, it just takes effort, patience, and a willingness to push yourself outside your comfort zone.
What was your favorite moment during your time at Loyola?
Orientation will forever be one of my core memories. I not only got to experience first-hand what the community here was like, but it also allowed me to feel included in the community. Coming to a new place is always going to be difficult, but it never felt like it was impossible here; it's actually extremely hard to not be part of the family that is in this institution.
What advice do you have for the incoming class?
Imposter syndrome is something many of us experience often more than once, but I hope you remember that you deserve to be here. You worked hard to get where you are, and you absolutely deserve your spot. Never let doubt overshadow the reality of how far you’ve come.