It was a challenging time, because as women we were doing something that had never been done. But it was an exciting time as well. - Polly Baca

The racism we experienced really burned a flame in my heart that created a passion to help my community. Because of that scholarship, I felt this burden – I was one of the few people who looked like me to get this opportunity, so I owed my community to do well, and it wasn’t acceptable to fail.

I didn’t just watch (politics evolve).I participated in helping the change happen.

I want students that come to CSU to value their experience here and everything they encounter on this campus because it’s a unique opportunity. Not everyone is able to come to CSU. It’s a gift and an opportunity that you need to explore to the fullest extent.