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Erick Martinez

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Bio

My life goals revolve around helping people. Initially, my interest in medicine was sparked when my grandfather had a heart attack. Accompanying him to cardiologist appointments, I felt sympathy for the predominantly Hispanic patients. This inspired me to pursue medicine, aiming to provide comfort and education to individuals like my grandfather. I hope to establish a private medical practice, focusing on preventative care and community outreach. A year ago, my journey took a new direction when I became President of the M.E.Ch.A chapter at Desert Edge. After a decade of inactivity, my sponsor believed in my potential to revive the organization. Immersing myself in Chicano and Mexican history, I discovered a passion for these subjects, which led me to consider a career in law. As an immigration lawyer, I would draw on my family's history to advocate for those seeking a better life. My grandparents' journey from Mexico, with its challenges, motivates me to support individuals facing similar hardships. Beyond legal practice, I aspire to engage in politics, using speeches and demonstrations to advocate for my community. The knowledge and experience from law school and my legal career would equip me to be a powerful advocate for broader societal change. No matter the path, my aim is to foster positive change, starting locally and potentially extending nationally. I am driven by a desire to help people and unify communities, despite the challenges. I have worked hard to reach this point and become who I am today. With God's will, I hope to make a meaningful difference.

Education

Desert Edge High School

High School
2021 - 2025

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Majors of interest:

    • Medicine
    • Law
    • Computer Science
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Medicine

    • Dream career goals:

      Interventional Cardiology

    • Landscaper

      Personal Freelance
      2021 – Present3 years

    Sports

    Track & Field

    Junior Varsity
    2022 – Present2 years

    Cross-Country Running

    Junior Varsity
    2023 – Present1 year

    Research

    • Biological and Physical Sciences

      Desert Edge AP Biology — Researcher and Paper Writer
      2022 – 2022

    Arts

    • Personal

      Music
      2023 – 2024

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      National Honor Society — Attending a number of fundraisers and working them.
      2022 – Present
    • Advocacy

      Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan (M.E.Ch.A) — President of Desert Edge Chapter
      2023 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship